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British Isles
2366 Rice Boulevard, Houston, TX 77005, United States
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Ri
Review №1

A little fun place to shop for gifts and souviners.

Vu
Review №2

Many things to buy! was very not great financially that day, so I didnt buy anything, but it was nice to walk around. its a really good gift shop though for any ppl you need a quick quality gift for! staff was nice, too! vibes: good; nothing bad at all to say. 5 stars.

Sh
Review №3

Friendly and courteous staff, and everything your Anglophile heart desires. They were very welcoming to my toddler while he explored their children’s section. Such a pleasant shop!

Ju
Review №4

Love that I can get all my favorite Welsh and British treats and essentials without traveling 1000’s of miles on an airplane.

He
Review №5

Very lovely shop with delightful staff! Have already returned! Some of the pricing seems steep to me, but Ive price pointed in other import shops and its got an average overall. Also, there are always deals! Excited to try many things!

Ca
Review №6

I finally had a chance to revisit British Isles today. It had even more wonderful items to see. I’m trying some new food items and picked up a good book to read. This is just a great store.

S
Review №7

Only place in Houston for Irish goodies like rashers, Butlers, and more. Best tea selection in Htown too!

Me
Review №8

Love this unique little shop! They have a great selection of teas and gifts.

Lo
Review №9

You can not go wrong with this place. I drove 2 hours just to see what this store had to offer and I was beyond excited that I made the trip. For anyone wanting to treat yourself to some REAL English chocolate, tea, sweeties, chips and drinks stop by and see what goodies you can find. For my fellow englishman you will miss England and be in heaven the moment you step into this store. I couldnt believe what I was finding the more I explored and I was sure to take pictures of all the wonderful things I have missed since living in America. You will not be disappointed!

Ty
Review №10

Cute little store with tons of British souvenirs and Nick nacks as well as jewelry, clothing, and food from across the pond.

He
Review №11

Cool stuff!

An
Review №12

A great little store, love to explore. My wife is a regular being British. Perfect for gift shopping

Kn
Review №13

My favorite place in my old home town! Great selections! I always find something I just have to have or a perfect gift for someone.

Re
Review №14

Such a cute store with a lot of unique items.

Fa
Review №15

A really nice gift shop. Staff were super friendly and helpful.

St
Review №16

The only store to buy authentic English chocolate! Shop here for fun gifts!

Ro
Review №17

I never want to leave this place, sweets and biscuits are really a nice touch. I always come here when I feel homesick and the staff is amazing.

El
Review №18

Lovely owners, large selection and they help you find anything.

Ga
Review №19

Love this little shop! It has everything! Food, tea, china, crystal, personal grooming items, seasonal chocolates, toys, clothes and so much more. Small mom and pop business, intimate and personable.

Ja
Review №20

A quaint little boutique with an amazing variety. Right in the heart of Rice Village, this cozy shop has something for everybody! The tea selection is the most extensive Ive ever seen and theres even a grocery section with...[drumroll please]...HAGGIS! Theyve recently started carrying bangers as well. The main attraction here, however, is the vast gift shop. So many cool things in here to check out. You could spend hours looking and still not see it all. We drove 45 mins from Seabrook area and it was well worth the drive!

Va
Review №21

Found a gift for my mom and one for my dad. Great selection! Friendly staff!

Le
Review №22

A beautiful store absolutely packed with British gifts and food. you will have no trouble finding the perfect gift in here. Its a little pricey but they have to import and pay shipping on every single item. I dont go too often but when I go Ill get some very nice treats. I love to visit around the holiday times.

Am
Review №23

Absolutely delightful shop full of all things UK. Fantastic tea selection, tea pots, fine bone china, and the customer service was wonderful! Highly recommend!

Je
Review №24

Definitely recommend coming here. If you are feeling adventurous, get the Scottish Haggis. It’s a great store and the staff are very friendly, kind and helpful directing you to what you’re looking for.

Fr
Review №25

A very unique gift shop, its worth the drive to Rice village.

Er
Review №26

We love coming here for all the delicious chocolates and frozen bangers.

Am
Review №27

We are so lucky to have a store like this in the area. I popped into the shop for some Burns Night provisions. Its such a joy to visit with such lovely people. I got my first Marmite and Haggis. Stand by for the Yank review of these items. The shop lady explained how to properly eat the Marmite. 🤞heres hoping!!! Thanks for giving us a little escape across the pond here in Houston.

Je
Review №28

Absolutely love this place I found everything I needed and some!! Super friendly staff and looking forward to visiting again!

Me
Review №29

We love making the trip from clear lake to this store! I am a huge Harney and Sons tea drinker and literally spend about 20 minutes every trip trying to decide which tin to get because there are so many options!Just a lovely shop!

Ni
Review №30

This place is heaven!! the moment I stepped in the store, I wanted to buy everything! If you love tea,food, tea ware, gift etc. you’ll find all those in this lovely shop! Also, the most thing that made me feel excited is when I saw that they are selling TIMTAMS! I’m married to an Aussie and you know how they looooove this treat! Since pandemic time couldn’t find them at HEB anymorw where they used to sell it. So I was so happy that I found this shop and surely, I will come back! 😀😀😀😀😀

Sa
Review №31

Great Britain is in USA

sm
Review №32

Such a fun place!! Beau took me here, he knows Ive been missing Europe since I havent been able to go home and on business travel because of Covid. He knew Id get excited about this place.There are so many things to look at, its fun looking at the cheesy souvenirs section. I really enjoyed seeing the beautiful tea-sets and of course the large variety of tea.There are a lot of snacks as well. We bought some tea and tried the sausage rolls that you finish and bake yourself in the oven.If you are from Europe, or just enjoy browsing an interesting store I advise you go stop by here.

Da
Review №33

They have all the British merchandise I was looking for and more! British Liverpool Football jerseys, British gentlemen hats, British potato chips and chocolate.

Di
Review №34

Large selection of authentic Bone China, the best in town that one can find on items specific from Britain. Staff are all very friendly. If you have craving for some childhood British candy this is the place to get it!

Am
Review №35

Thank you for making such a lovely website!!!! My husband & I are former Houston residents who would bring all our friends and family to the store for some leisurely afternoon shopping on weekends. The selection of Harney & Sons teas is always AMAZING, much more than you can find anywhere else! We are so thrilled to be able to order online & have some lovely treats shipped to our current home in the Midwest. Cheers!

Jo
Review №36

Fantastic shop in every way.

Sa
Review №37

Great place, fun browsing. Good destination for gifts. Sales staff friendly without hovering.

Mi
Review №38

Gift haven!

To
Review №39

Ive been coming to this store when I run low on Marmite, Twiglets, OXO cubes, and dark chocolate McVities for over ten years. As far as I know, this is the only British-products store in the area, so they definitely have the market cornered!Its not cheap, but many products do not have US distributors so theres not much alternative - prices are actually competitive with Amazon or Ebay. And no, eschewing Marmite is not an option.They also have UK-themed gifts and tchochkies, if thats your thing and need a dinner plate with a picture of the Queen on it.

St
Review №40

British Isles is a West University and Rice Village staple. The eclectic selection of British items—from unique candy, tea, and honey to some of the UKs finest colognes (like Floris and Penhaligons), shaving goods, and fine china—really makes each visit a fun experience, and theyre always getting new items in. The owners are super nice and a pleasure to talk to.

Jo
Review №41

Always love going here. Great staff and always a clean and well organized shop. With lots of items to choose from. There are so many good things I always have to be careful or I will fill a basket or two up. This is a must go and see shop.

St
Review №42

Used them for online ordering and pickup. I love their collection of teas and tea accessories. Its a great place to go for gifts.

We
Review №43

An amazing place full of charm and sprinkled with the little accents (and tastes) of home! 😃

Se
Review №44

Has lots of snacks i miss from home.

Je
Review №45

Always a great experience to shop here! Very friendly staff, great variety of selections, including many great gift ideas. A favorite of mine for several years now, and they always make me feel like a valued customer.

Am
Review №46

So beautiful 🌺

Ba
Review №47

British memorabilia. a bit expensive but it’s nostalgia.

ch
Review №48

A delightful store with specialty foods and beautiful gifts!

Jo
Review №49

British Isles is one of the most awesome stores one will venture to go in.It is fabulous merchandise. Wonderful tea selection,foods,tea pots,the list goes on and on.the birthday cards and other cards are absolutely amazing. The staff is every friendly and always helpful.it is just a wonderful store.have a wonderful little adventure and give them a visit.

Ka
Review №50

W went into this store while we were visiting Houston from California. The parking was tight but we were eventually able to find a place. We ended up spending quite a bit of time in the store it is very well stocked with very diverse products. We ended up spending quite a bit of money buying stuff that we have not been able to find in the US. Going through the store brought back memories all products from back home. We also spend some time talking to the owner who is a very friendly person. Had a great time and if you are in Houston and looking for some items from England this would be a perfect place to go.

Jo
Review №51

Great little store for all things British. This place has been here forever and never disappoints. They have a little of everything British. All sorts of gifts and a decently large selection of UK goodies (Teas, Biscuits, Candies, etc) packed into the back of the store. We always find something.

Ed
Review №52

What a place! All kinds of wonderful food and gifts that remind you of the .....

Wa
Review №53

I have visited and shopped here since the 1970s. It has a very British cultured atmosphere and friendly staff. You will find most food and sundries imported from Britain.The most fascinating shopping experience.

Je
Review №54

This store is amazing, Im British in my head so this might be a little bit biased lol! The was like going into a toy store I literally wanted everything I saw, my son found out about it, so we had ourselves a little date, and spent hours looking at everything. The staff were a delight. I think they saw how excited I truly was and it tickled them. I cant wait for my son and I to have another date and go back!

Je
Review №55

Store is cramped and full of stock with barely passable aisles. Everything is priced as if everything is rare. I dont speak unkind about places or people, but this store is too small, too cramped, and too pricey.

Da
Review №56

This store is awesome! They’ve got a wide variety of food, tea, sweets/candy and gift items. I always like chatting with the employees on soccer. Being a big Manchester United fan, it’s nice to have a great conversation while browsing the store. I do all my Christmas shopping here and their the meat pies they sell are dynamite.

Am
Review №57

Wonderful place with a huge selection! Great staff as well.

da
Review №58

Wonderful and whimsical store with everything from cards and gifts to fine China, food and the largest selection of fine teas youll find anywhere. Super friendly and helpful people too.

Da
Review №59

An extremely well stocked store with all sorts of different items from the UK ranging from Chocolate to soap to tea towel, to scarfs and far far more. If you are looking for an unusual gift for someone for Christmas, try here first, well worth a visit.

Ma
Review №60

Its the best shop in the State of Texas.

em
Review №61

If youve been thinking about stopping here, just do it! It has the cutest stuff and even yummy food. They have the best selection of British goods, from kids stuff, household goods, and beautiful tea sets. I saw a commercial for it and I went the very next day. I live in Southeast Houston and it was worth the drive.

Ta
Review №62

Most amazing, lovely smells known to mankind!! Absolutely adore this business! ! Men, if you want old school shave gear, this is the place to get it. Ladies, this business has body washes, perfumes, hand lotions. ..EVERYTHING you can imagine for home pampering. Give them a visit, you wont be disappointed.

Ch
Review №63

A great store in the Rice Village. It has many of the needs for the person who is homesick for the Isles or is just an Anglophile. A wonderful, cheerful staff is always friendly and ready to help you. Give them a try.

Re
Review №64

Awesome store! They have everything here. Highly recommend a visit!

Ja
Review №65

Great place to get your Brit fix. Great variety of British food/grocery items. Also lots of Brit related goods. Much better variety and selection than Fiesta! Super friendly.

bi
Review №66

Fun shops with unusual gifts and things were not overly priced.

Da
Review №67

Offers many items from the UK from food to curios. The British Isles offers a taste of the old world with a friendly atmosphere. The owner is a great English gentleman always available to answer questions and help customers. Local media interviews the owner routinely for comments on UK issues of interest.

To
Review №68

Interesting and fun place to visit for anything British - from china and toys, to food. Pleasant service.

me
Review №69

I just love this cute little boutique!! My main purpose is for the tea that I cant find anywhere else. I love tea. I also love their tea sets and mugs!

Br
Review №70

Friendly staff and great selection !

Au
Review №71

Awesome. Loved it!

Em
Review №72

Great selection of British products and items. I was able to find all my favourite biscuits and crisps I enjoy while visiting my aunt in England.

An
Review №73

It is a very well stocked shop and has tea and tea parphinalia coming out of the wazoo. They also have fun books, beautiful china, and many British themed things. The ladies who work here are the nicest, kindest, and most helpful people you will ever meet. In summation, if you are an anglophile then this is or ought to be your home base.

Li
Review №74

They have a vast array of gift items from candies, soaps and tea towels to books, bags and China. Well established, newly expanded. Take some time to look around and you will surely find something wonderful.

Ba
Review №75

I have been shopping at British Isles for years. It has The Best selection of tinned tea, both loose and bagged, I have ever seen. I am a devotee of several Harney & Sons blends, and if BI does not have one in stock they will order it. Plus many other tea brands, sweets, pottery, serving pieces, British tinned food, biscuits/cookies, etc. I absolutely love this shop.

Ja
Review №76

The staff were extremely helpful and choice of goods/memorabilia here is fantastic. However, the pricing is much higher than some of the online stores and in smaller quantities. It isnt bad as a place to stop in and pick up some stuff occasionally but if youre a regular buyer, Id recommend going to some of the online retailers instead.

Be
Review №77

Pretty awesome selection, friendly staff and located in a good shopping area. British Isles is a fitting name, carries more than just England/English themed items. They cover the isles. Great place to grab tea time snacks and of course tea. Also a good place to take someone visiting from out of town that wants a unique shopping experience.

Ch
Review №78

As a British Citizen living in Oklahoma we travel to Texas regularly and whenever I am in Houston this is always on my list of places to visit and stock up on wonderful things I miss. They have everything I could need including birthday cards with Mum on which I cannot for obvious reasons get over here. There is also a British imports shop in Dallas but between the two this one is my utter favourite. Cheaper prices, better selection and friendlier employees!! Definately give it a visit no matter what Nationality, you wont be disappointed!!

Kr
Review №79

Everyone who works here is always very friendly & helpful! I always come for the yummy snacks & teas that I wouldnt find anywhere else in Houston. One of my favorite stores in Rice Village

He
Review №80

Weve been shopping here since 2001, and have never been disappointed. The owners are friendly and helpful, and will even sometimes do special orders for expats. Normally you wont need special orders, though, because they carry an excellent selection of Commonwealth-expected seasonal items (such as fancy Easter eggs, Christmas candies, etc).

An
Review №81

This store was amazing! Great customer service; excellent produce! Not too long of lines at checkout!

Sh
Review №82

Love the fast delivery and large selection.

ge
Review №83

Lovely shop. Owner is very nice and helpful. Wish they had more sports memorabilia. Was hoping to find lfc stuff but it was very limited.

fi
Review №84

This store is as British as it gets. They sell everything ; from a huge variety of candies to cologne /perfume. Wonderful store, wonderful people.

Ga
Review №85

They have all the British foods you desire but are overpriced and obnoxious. Terrible service

Ch
Review №86

Great place to go for anything British. From china, to toys, to fresh foods imported from England, this is your one stop shop. Need tea? Oh yea, theyve got plenty.

Mi
Review №87

British Isles is always so nice and welcoming. By far its one of my favorite stores!

Da
Review №88

Everything you want from the UK!

La
Review №89

This is such a unique little shop and they have a very wide selection to choose from. I spent a long time just browsing. They sell some of my favorite brands of china including Royal Albert, Pip Studio, and Emma Bridgewater. The staff are so nice and helpful as well.

Bu
Review №90

I love this store. It has all things British such as chocolates, cookies and chips (or crisp as the Brits calls it). They also have delicious frozen sausages and meatpies.You can also pick up the British Royal family souvenirs. They also have tons of fine Chinas on display, so if you go into this store with kids, make sure they keep their hands in their pockets :) The staffs are really friendly, cheerful and always willing to help.

Le
Review №91

I love the warm greeting and assistance I receive every time I go here

We
Review №92

Sweet shop with a really great selection of teas, cups, and other British items. The staff is so nice and there is so much to look at.

pa
Review №93

Very helpful and friendly staff. Great selection

Ke
Review №94

Nice British shop. Great variety of Christmas candy

Ja
Review №95

Good place to get hard to find British items.

Sa
Review №96

I love this place...a little bit of everything from across the pond!

Al
Review №97

Unique British items. Love the English China (cups)

Ro
Review №98

Great little shop with fantastic food and knickknacks from across the pond. Try the fruit pastels!

Ja
Review №99

Very cool place and lots of nice things for unique gifts, even have some food items from England. Nice clerks too.

Es
Review №100

Really nice shop! I buy all of my tea here. I also like the large selection of English, Irish, and Scottish candies! I highly recommend popping in for a peek.

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  • Address:2366 Rice Boulevard, Houston, TX 77005, United States
  • Site:http://britishislesonline.com/
  • Phone:+1 713-522-6868
Categories
  • Chinaware store
  • Gift shop
  • Gourmet grocery store
Working hours
  • Monday:10AM–6PM
  • Tuesday:10AM–6PM
  • Wednesday:10AM–6PM
  • Thursday:Closed
  • Friday:10AM–6PM
  • Saturday:10AM–6PM
  • Sunday:12–5PM
Service options
  • Curbside pickup:Yes
  • In-store pickup:Yes
Health & safety
  • Mask required:Yes
  • Staff required to disinfect surfaces between visits:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
  • LGBTQ friendly:Yes
Payments
  • Checks:Yes
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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