Although Brady Street, the Historic Third Ward and other Milwaukee shopping districts have an abundance of charming and unique stores, don't forget the charms of an afternoon of shopping downtown Wauwatosa, or as residents call it the Tosa Village.

We've compiled a list of flower, gift and other quirky shops in Tosa, and a few places to get some grub since shopping usually makes you hungry. The Tosa Village is very walkable, and with a great mix of new and old (who doesn't love Drew's?) you'll find something worth buying at every turn. Don't forget the credit cards and comfortable shoes.

Shops

Anthilia
1442 Underwood Ave.
(414) 727-5511
This home interiors and gift boutique has greeting cards, Asian antiques, Eric Oxendorf photography, wire sculptures and more.

Blue Lapin
7532 W. State St.
(414) 443-0977
This is the place for scented soaps and candles and just about any home and garden necessity.

Dog Spot Boutique and Cafe
7707 W. State St.
(414) 258-3444
Home to all pampered pooches, this is an upscale pet shop that has bakery and birthday cakes, all-natural foods, collars, sweaters, dog carriers and toys.

Drews Variety & Craft
7505 Harwood Ave.
(414) 774-7440
Drews has it all: toys, crafts, seasonal decorations, domestics, cards and basically anything else you can think of.

The Flower Lady
1460 Underwood Ave.
(414) 259-0999
They've got fresh flowers, blooming plants, easy care plants, cards, vases, bath and body products and some jewelry.

Heinsight
7609 Harwood Ave.
(414) 456-9211
Custom sewing of leather is the name of the game here. They do jackets, pants, skirts and more.

Little Read Book, Inc.
7603 W. State St.
(414) 774-2665
One of the few small, independent bookshops around; they've got a well-stocked section for the kids, too.

Magpie Jewelry & Metals Studio
7613 Harwood Ave.
(414) 771-8021
Everything from bracelets to earrings to engagement rings. Prices start at about $10. And custom designing is their specialty.

Niemann's Chocolate Shop
7475 Harwood Ave.
(414) 774-4940
Chocolate, chocolate and plenty more chocolate.

Paper Perfect & More
7471 Harwood Ave.
(414) 476-7777
Besides paper, there are gift items, seasonal decorations, pottery, greeting cards, note cards, a large invitation department, bordered papers, wedding invitations and photo albums.

PJ's Frame & Gallery
805 N. 68th St.
(414) 258-4420
There are a wide variety of posters, frames, matting and even a few original art pieces.

Rosie's Flower Shop
804 N. 68th St.
(414) 258-1161
Fresh flowers, plants, gift items and cards.

StyLynn Baskets & Gifts
7605 Harwood Ave.
(414) 778-0888
This is the place for gift baskets. Get one for a teacher, coach, bird watcher, golfer, gardener or for newlyweds. Anything goes since you can have your basket specially made.

Swan Furniture & Interiors
1348 N. Wauwatosa Ave.
(414) 476-6522
Check out the home décor. Plenty of accessories, wallpaper, upholstery and a full-service design studio.

Ultimate Confections
820 N. 68th St.
(414) 778-0636
Chocolate, chocolate covered popcorn and many hand-dipped chocolate candies.

Underwood Gallery
1430 Underwood Ave.
(414) 476-1255
Contemporary art including glass, pottery, paintings, prints, jewelry, wooden boxes, photography and more.

Uniform Place
811 N. 68th St.
(414) 258-7888
The place to go for school uniforms and monogramming.

Food for the weary shopper

Balistreri's Italian American Ristorante
812 N. 68th St.
(414) 475-1414
Classic Italian fare, including some of the best pizza in town.

Bjonda
7754 Harwood Ave.
(414) 431-1444
A menu full of European and Asian traditions. Choose from beef, lamb, pork, chicken and tuna dishes. But leave room for dessert.

Chancery Pub and Restaurant
7615 W. State St.
(414) 453-2300
Appetizers, sandwiches, burgers, salads, pastas and Mexican dishes.

Hector's
7118 W. State St.
(414) 258-5600
Standard Mexican dishes.

Nova Cena Café and Bakery
1427 N. Underwood Pkwy.
Pastries, deli sandwiches, fresh bread, muffins, scones, burgers, paninis, omelets, quiche, coffee drinks and more.

Pizzeria Piccola
7606 W. State St.
(414) 443-0800
Pizzas (with plenty of toppings), pastas and panini, courtesy of the Bartolotta folks, who run the top-notch Ristorante Bartolotta next door.

Simma's Ovens Bakery
817 N. 68th St.
(414) 257-0998
Pastries, cheesecakes and wedding cakes to die for.