They guy at this place was very helpful and nice, especially considering I had no clue what I was talking about and even when it was apparent that he couldn't get close enough to one of the big store's prices per block. His block (retaining wall blocks) were MUCH nicer that those at Lowe's but I was looking for price, not looks.
His price IS better than Lowe's for the good stuff.
Suggest you give this local place a try if you are doing anything involving masonry or landscaping in your back yard.