This hidden gem on the threshold of Boston’s Theatre and Chinatown districts, Chaba Florist is an excellent alternative to the pricier florists in town. The shop’s claim to fame is its exotic and unusual flower arrangements. While the space is small, the quality that comes out of Chaba Florist is larger than life.

Don’t judge a book by its cover. Commonwealth Books is a bibliophile's dream come true. If you have the time to dig through the piles of dusty tomes, this used-book store (one of three independently owned Commonwealth Books in Boston with its sister store in the basement of the Old South Meeting house) is a diamond in the rough. Each of the Commonwealth shops has its specialty—ranging from history to art to locally written gems. The store on Boylston has an excellent selection of coffee-table art and history books. The owner purchases out-of-print and antiquarian collections from Boston’s elite including retired professors and local authors.

As one of the oldest tobacconists in the nation, continually family operated for 130 years, its no surprise that we're also considered one of the finest. We're equally dedicated to all of our product lines and strive to bring you the best we possibly can. We're famous for having hard to find merchandise, and couldn't possibly list our entire inventory here. We have a huge selection of lighters,accessories, everythingyou need. Please call for specific items. If it can be had ,we either have it, or we can get it!

M. Steinert & Sons boasts a beautiful showcase of grand, baby grand and upright pianos. The collection at the Boylston Street shop is unrivaled in its class and unmatched in value. Steinway pianos combine the highest musical standards with state-of-the-art technology to deliver a level of performance far superior to any instrument in its mid-price range. Their applicable moniker: For over 150 years, Steinway has made the world’s finest pianos—and inspired the artists who make them sing.

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Located near the Orange Line T stop, the Chinatown CVS/Pharmacy carries all of your personal-care needs like shampoo, face products, toothpaste and a cutting-edge photo processing center for digital/traditional photos. CVS also offers prescription medication, over-the-counter medication, cards, gifts, household needs, etc. It’s staffed by a board-certified pharmacist who staffs the counter to answer any questions about the prescribed medications.

This store offers adult entertainment in all its many forms. What some might want to refer to as "marital aids" and others might just call porn. It's a large collection of items and if you don't want to be seen walking in to the doors on Stuat Street they sell everything from their Web site, amazing.net, as well.

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This Back Bay Institution has been selling luggage to wanderlust stricken Bostonians for years. What do you need? Something durable and large? Leather laden and fancy? Perfect for that next holiday weekend? Head to Biltomore-Green: they will point you in the right direction. Named Best of Boston for luggage selection.