Qoio

A sign on the outside says something about a 5 minute world tour. I was intrigued, so I walked in.
True to its claim, this small store has quite the variety of pieces. Of course, being a bit of a jewelry store, there are some quite pricey baubles, but I noticed that there were some small pieces (rings, small pendants) that were being sold for lower prices as well.
The wall was covered with african masks and the entire store is just crammed with things!
I really have to remember this store for the next time I need something truly unique!

We stumbled across here during our vacation, and I’m so glad we did! Beautiful jewelry, unique stuff, and the cutest little old lady behind the desk helping us. They have a lot of interesting ethnic/​tribal art and jewelry. Price ranges are from the extremely cheap to extremely expensive, so you’re sure to find something that fits your needs. Picked up some great earrings that were one-​of-​a-​kind and I love them! The lady helping us was so adorable, and I wish I could come back here any time I need to find a unique gift for someone. They DO have a website, however!

So impressed with Qoio, and so happy we stumbled upon it during our walk the other day. To begin, the man who was working was extremely pleasant and happy to be there. He was super friendly and insightful.
The items here are beautiful, and the other reviews here have truly said it all. You’ll find really beautiful jewelry here… lot’s of stones (turquoise, coral, pearls, onyx, quartz, citrine, etc.), earth tones, and inspiration to fill you up for days.
The artist, Gilbertina Guarini, actually makes custom jewelry for weddings or special occasions (or just because). You can request personalized jewelry to be made!

Great shop with jewelry to historical art (masks, figures, etc.) to an old (working) slot machine! This place must get a lot of people just looking around, but I was happy to get great and personable service. I will return on my next trip to SF.

Small store, big selection, great service. Need I say more? Just go if you want some great African masks or Tibetan art.

This is my go to store for any jewelry that I am gifting my girlfriend. This store is overwhelming with the amount of unique, gorgeous jewelry. The owner of the store is super helpful and patient. I have not been to the location in North Beach, I always go to the store on 24^th between Castro and Noe. I don’t have to shop around online or at any other stores for any jewelry anymore because Qoio will not only have what I’m looking for, but it will have something nicer and more unique then what I had in mind.

A fabulous collection of jewelery, African masks, and much more. Wonderful owners and a great find! — Mark

Very friendly owner/​operators.
Huge selection, something for everyone — guys and girls.

This place was so cute and even though it was a few months back I can’t forget the masks and art they had and I just keep wanting to call them and have them send me this particular painting that I didn’t buy while I was there. The lady there was very friendly and offered to ship the items I wanted to take back home. The earrings Deb got were very cute and reasonable and I was happy she bought them. Next time I go up north I will have to stop back and actually buy that art.

The most beautiful jewelry store I have ever seen in my life!!! All the pieces here are one of a kind. Gilbertina, the woman who designs and makes the jewelries is so kind and talented. She plays with colors and shapes, and all the pieces tels a story of their own.
They use all different kinds of stones like black onyx, amazonite, coral and turquoise and much more. The best pieces (for me) are the big expressive ones that becomes the center piece of an outfit.
She sells rings, bracelets, necklaces and if you don’t see one you don’t like (which I think is impossible) she will make one just for you, chiding each stone you’d like to use.
There’s also a location at 24^th street and Castro which is much bigger than the one on Columbus. Thus, more choices.
I promise, everytime you’ll walk in here you’ll have your breathe taken away and fall in love!!!

Well, my friend Leti kept talking this store up and how she had an exhorbitant amount of beautiful jewelry from this establishment.
So, on a jaunt to drop her off in north beach, we took a mini detour and walked in.
My jaw dropped as I was surrounded by cases FILLED with sparkly shiny jewels.
This store is stocked with chandelier earrings, rings, stones, pendants, masks and other knickknacks that will keep you on sensory overload. The owner who is (Danish? Dutch? I can’t recall what she said. my bad) is absolutely adorable and so so helpful in your search for the perfect bauble.
Having shopped for jewelry at other boutiques in the city, my beautiful ring for $ 60 is a steal.

The African masks and art that they have here is extraordinary and of fantastic quality. So is the rest of their stuff. In fact, I’m sort of blown away by this store. The prices, although inflated if, say, you’re anyone but a collector, are actually not that high, comparatively. Awesome.