Best toy store: Bella Beach Kids
Kris Mackerer-D’Errico and her step-daughter Heather D’Errico with dolls available at Bella Beach Kids. Photo
Along with unique, funky clothing for boys and girls, Bella Beach Kids carries a host of unique toys and gifts you may not find in traditional toy stores. “We try to find unique items that can only be found in our stores,” said owner Kris Mackerer-D’Errico. “We really are a lifestyle store. You can come in and get a kids birthday present, something to take on a trip, or an adorable baby gift for a shower.” Along with the various products it carries, Bella Beach Kids also hosts events at the store.
Monogrammed Gifts by Lavington Designs, can personalize stuffed animals for your kids with the design of your choice.
“One of the things that’s great about our stores is that we’re locally owned and operated and give back to the community. We love being part of the downtown,” said Mackerer-D’Errico. Their sister women’s clothing store even offers matching mommy and me outfits.
Bella Beach Kids: 225 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Manhattan Beach. 310-529-5645. www.bellabeachkids.com
Runner up: Child’s Play Toys, 409 North Pacific Coast Hwy, Redondo Beach. 310-798-0869. www.childsplaytoys.net