Bakers Nursery is where I've spent the majority of my weekend mornings. I've either been pointed to a needed plant, or discovered it on my own. Folks have always been helpful & informative.
I will agree that they are pricey but big box stores cannot compare to the inventory at Bakers. Moreover, I'm do not agree with Yelp colleagues' low reviews. Unfortunately, gardening is 'at risk'. You figure out what your soil & attention span will foster and you are successful with those plants. Indeed, gardening comes with a learning curve that comes with failures & successes.
Their niche in the neighborhood will be a chasm after December.