Alex's Flamingo Groves & Gift Shop - Dania Beach, Florida

Elizabeth H.

This is the quintessential Florida gift shop. Big orange outside in the parking lot. Mini juice boxes emblazoned with photos of alligators, bleached sea shells, bikini clad piggy banks, and sun-baked postcards all under the ever-present fluorescent lights.

Delightfully liminal, this shop has any souvenir you need as you head to the airport to escape the humidity our state is known for. Get seashells by the handful, ogle at a placemat of historic hurricane routes, buy some cocktail themed playing cards, or grab a what is surely hand-painted lobster wall hanging.

There’s a parking lot up front, along with an ever-scowling wooden pirate to set the tone for your visit to this store of maritime taxidermy and kitsch.

The employee behind the register was incredibly friendly and happy to chat. Store is well-maintained and much more inviting than other beach shops you may find.

Florida is a weird state, and well-curated gift shops like these serve as an immersive experience of our most famous caricatures. Enjoy your visit, and don’t forget to get your seashell souvenirs.

Mary M.

I lived across the street from Alex's Flamingo Groves store in Fort Lauderdale Florida for many years. I would frequent the store for fresh squeezed orange juice and sweet and juicy oranges. I recently ordered oranges and when I received them they weren't as good as I remembered. They weren't as sweet and juicy as I remembered. I let them know that I was disappointed and to my surprise they sent a replacement of my order and I was very happy with the replacement. I would very much recommend Alex's Flamingo Groves for anybody ordering fruit from Florida for the holidays. They stand behind what they sell. Thank You Very Much. Alex's Flamingo Groves

Erin O.

Looks a little different in 2024. Great selection of shells and stones! Cute birds greeting the guests. Friendly service.

Came in looking for postcards and talked about all the delicious local food. <3 thanks!

K. G.

I know, I know...it's not about these adorable birds, but they're really melodious. Anyway, I've lived here many years and have always passed "the big orange" but have never stopped in. Today, the traffic was too much and curiosity won. What a neat "Florida" place. Friendly staff offered me a sample of freshly squeezed OJ and we had a pleasant conversation. I meandered up and down the aisles thinking about gift ideas...of which there are many from giant shells and coral in the thousands of dollars to tiny treasures that you can scoop up. There are also yummy food items like jams. Swing on by and enjoy a break from FL traffic!

Vanessa D.

Beautiful products and selection BUT very overpriced! I reluctantly bought of pair of shell earrings (just a shell pierced with a piece of metal) for 12 or 13 dollars and they fell apart by the time I got to my car :/
Also the staff was very awkward so the experience overall was a bit uncomfortable but if you have the money to spend they do have a large selection of shells.

Stephanie L.

Cool place and very nice staff. P made coming in worth it. Lots of shells, not much touristy stuff but as far as I could tell one of the only "gift shops" in town. Not kid friendly. Leave littles in the car. Free easy parking.

Kathleen C.

I was looking for a place for fresh Florida citrus in this for sure was not the place they had many many seashells there

Shane K.

Stopped by to get a few gifts for family and friends back home. The owner (I think?) was very friendly and so helpful!

They have a large selection of shells, all very beautiful, different size options, and all reasonably priced!

They also have corals and other small souvenir items available as well. The pet finches and cockatiels were so cute too. It's not right on the beach, so you might think it's inconvenient to go to, but definitely worth checking out.