Thrift Stores near Pinole, CA

“Love this antique shop! Has so many awesome things and I wish I had more money. The man in there was so nice, I forgot his name but his mom started the business. And my son asked for his help on the furbies and he did, he helped him open each one and see if they worked. I definitely would love to come back and spend hours going through all their nooks and crannies. I'm sure there's more wonderful treasure hidden away. I probably over spent but it was worth it! I can't wait to go back!”

“I love this thrift shop! Customer service is excellent, we walked in for the first time and we were greeted instantly. The prices are unbeatable and is very clean and organized. Would definitely recommend!”

“This place makes me happy! The ladies who work there are so friendly. It’s also fun to see and talk to others who shop there. This is the place to bring the stuff you have no use for! It helps so many!”

“A magical thing happened...

I ran here as fast as I could Saturday night before they closed at 6pm. I found it on Google maps and saw from the pictures that they had a much better jewelry selection than most other second hand stores, and I had been looking for a necklace with big black beads for my kpop demon hunters bird costume for weeks. I didn't make it. I was standing outside the closed door at 6:04ish and saw through the glass two necklaces with giant beads. Yay! I thought I'd come back on Sunday but they didn't open again until Thursday, so I mime-begged the owner to open the door (soooo bad, I know, but the necklace was perfect, I had looked in local shops and stores for the last month, and I wasn't gonna be able to make it back on Thursday). She did a VERY kind thing by opening the door and letting me come in and buy the necklace! The price was really reasonable. I was so elated! I still am just thinking about it. It meant a lot to me that she opened the door when she absolutely did not need to. Will try to remember to post a picture of the costume with the necklace here later.”

“I've found some really cool stuff here, including professional blazers, a one-of-a-kind dress, and an REI jacket. No fitting rooms, but that's unfortunately pretty standard for thrift stores these days.”

“This store is a real asset to El Cerrito. Always nicely arranged and tidy. I noticed that they have an overabundance of outdated clothes that are very colorful. Seems people prefer black, grey and beige these days, so I hope they have an ecological way to dispose of them.”

“although smaller than the one in West Berkeley, it more densely packed; plus, the staff was very kind and patient as I tried headphones ‘n asked to see to the sizes of several shoes behind the counter. However, I reserve the last star for Out of Closet.”

“I come here often with my teens and this is the best Goodwill in our area! The store is heavily stocked with a variety of items and the staff are always very welcoming and friendly. We love coming here.”

“This shop is so CUTE! Everyone inside is friendly and it's wonderful to be able shop at a small business. The lady working there is so knowledgeable and told me all about the beautiful refurbished pieces inside.”

“This review is written in response to the one-star review posted exactly one year ago. First, I want to mention that this thrift store is a wonderful place to discover old electronic parts for console games and an interesting spot to rummage overall. The people I’ve encountered there have always been kind and unassuming.

The one-star review person from exactly one year ago seemed to believe that her perception—possibly a misinterpretation—of one employee’s behavior justified threatening that person’s livelihood. She even recommended that the employee be removed. I believe that if someone upsets you, the best approach is to speak with them directly and try to help them understand how you feel. It’s normal to be irritated by others, but when people don’t act the way we want or expect, it doesn’t give us the right to jeopardize their income or spread negative judgments publicly on a high-visibility platform like Google.

We can never fully know what someone—customer or employee—is going through on any given day. Sometimes simply asking, “Hey, are you okay?” can open a door to understanding. Many of us carry burdens and sorrows while trying to meet our daily obligations, such as going to work. Everyone’s “best” looks different depending on what they’re facing, and even sincere effort can be misunderstood. Expressions, gestures, or habits that our friends understand might look unusual to strangers.

If I think someone seems rude, I often take it as a sign that it might not be the right moment to connect with them. Perhaps they need space for their own thoughts. Employees aren’t servants; they’re fellow humans working within systems and constraints—just like most of us who are not executives with the privilege to “win the game” through wealth, influence, or access. We should support one another. When I’m having a bad day, I need your grace just as much as on my good days. If I try to go through life assuming I can “win” alone, I’m lost—whether someone looks cheerful or grumpy.

If the one-star review person from exactly one year ago has had a change of heart, she can update her review. If she does, I’ll gladly remove this response and simply feel grateful that someone reconsidered an action many of us have taken at one time or another—and later wished we could undo. Maybe this message was meant for her.

Best wishes.”

“Be warned before coming here: This place is super small, I wouldn't call it a thrift store but more like a guy who sells used stuff. Don't get me wrong he's quite nice but if you're expecting clothes and vintage stuff don't come. It's mostly used applicances and used electronics. Still worth a visit if you're in the area”

“This place has everything it is a true trift store. The prices are low as expected. If you really look around, you can find some quality products in Eco Thrift of Vallejo. It is a treasure hurt, but that's why you go to a thrift store in the first place to see what you can find. The staff was friendly also!”

“the staff was totally fine, maybe they changed? But the problem of prices seems to have occurred across all of the stores. $25 for worn out shoes. I thought this store felt less abandoned and more neat than the one in West Berkeley. It’s likely just chance. For the most part though, you might as treat yourself to Daiso for quality new Japanese goods at a cheaper price.”