I love this Cost Plus location. The staff is really friendly and helpful without being overbearing. The clearance sections have all kinds of goodies. I always come here first when looking for interesting table decor for parties. They always have unique and fun seasonal merchandise. And their weekly ad usually has some coupon for a percentage off your purchase.
Really great prices on wines and huge selection compared to say Trader Joe's. 10% off if you buy 6 bottles. They have a great little beer section too. You can buy single bottles, build your own 6 pack, or buy a prepackaged variety of beers from around the world.
I find Cost Plus far superior to Pier 1 Imports, its main competitor. The prices are lower for the same quality. And of course Pier 1 doesn't have the extensive selection of alcohol or international foods (although they seem to be trying to stock more edibles lately). Which reminds me, one of my favorite things about Cost Plus is the baskets! They have a million to choose from and you can fill them with all sorts of foodie goodies plus a bottle of wine for a last minute housewarming gift or whatever. And they have greeting cards, paper, and all the trimmings you need to make your gift pretty. Huge fan of this place!