Connoisseur Gifts & Novelty — Local services in Port Aransas

Wonderful wonderful wonderful! That's all I can say about this shop. The owner, Cassandra, was so helpful and friendly! I am sad we waited until our last day on the island to find this shop. We went in to find a pair of unique earrings as a souvenir. This shop does not have the same cheap trinkets you will find at the other shops in town. Their products are the real deal. And the owner can give you all the information you want on the pieces you look at. If you are in town, please visit this shop! It's a little off the main path, so if you don't go searching you might miss it, and that...

A really lovely shop and the owner is so nice, talking with her was one of the highlights of my time in town. Stopped in to do a little window shopping and get out of the sun, so happy I found this place! They have a great selection of souvenirs and gifts, but also have so many things you can’t find at the other more touristy shops. The quality of the products here is much better than the other gift shops in Port Aransas. Lots of beautiful wall art and decorations, and a little of everything for everyone. Make sure you check out the awesome mural on the side of...

We love going to shops with coastal decor more than we love “souvenir shops”. Connoisseur did not disappoint! We found a wall piece that just fits the bill of what we’ve been searching for, and the price was reasonable. I got an early birthday gift of a beautiful laramar “wave” pendant and earrings. It’s a gorgeous stone! We also got a couple of Christmas ornaments there. The owner was really friendly and helpful, and her prices are good. We’ll definitely be back next time...