“I don’t even live in MN and I still think this shop is amazing. They take such great care to ship packages complete with person treats and notes. Shop small at this favorite place of mine to support! 10/10!”
“Twelve Vultures is such an amazing shop. I don't know what I love more, the uniquely curated assortment of wonder in every square inch of this place, or chatting with the knowledgeable and friendly owner. If you are interested in odd knickknacks or want a statement piece for your collection, this is the place.”
“There is no better selection of vintage items of all kinds in the Metro area. It is not even close! The staff is also very good and they even have a coffee shop in back. What more could you ask!!??”
“Impeccable service, the owners are extremely nice to deal with and really know the business. I always find something that I want when I go there, fantastic location and very clean. Do yourself a favor and stop in!”
“What a great store! I was looking for a lowboy dresser and Doug was able to find something that he had in storage that fit my needs perfectly. Plus, he refinished and delivered it, all for an extremely reasonable price. Really great experience overall.”
“It's an excellent place to fix your clothing. I took my purse and down jacket (both had some zipper issues), and after that, another store wanted to overcharge me. The two young men working there were amiable, and they took a look at my down jacket and were able to fix the zipper in 5 minutes. As for my purse, I left it there for about a week, and they called me when it was ready to pick up. I was thrilled with the result, and the fees were very reasonable. I think it would be a good idea to repair the lair. Good job, and Thank you.Update as 03/2024:I used their service again recently. The rate has gone up, but it's understandable. I took a winter extra-long jacket to replace the zip. They were able to fix it in a few days. They have moved to a new location, but the service is still on the same stand. I recommend them.”
“A wonderful consignment store, well-organized and curated. Molly, the owner, is so lovely and talented. I shop here so frequently, it is now a rare day when I'm not wearing at least one item of clothing or accessory from Encore. I get clothes I'm excited about for a great price, and know I'm reducing my carbon footprint by buying used.”
“The vibes in this store are immaculate! Their used records are also sorted which is a huge plus. Selection can be more on the pricier side in comparison to other thrift stores since it seems like they want to keep all of their stuff to look really cool. The person working was also friendly and let us browse the front without any issues. Overall a solid place to stop!”
“Loved the vibes of this place! Excellent earrings, clothing, hair clips, etc, especially for the alternative crowd. It is a bit pricey for a thrift store, but I think it’s worth it if you’re struggling to find what you like at the more common chain thrift stops.”
“Fabulous vintage store with beautiful clothes and jewelry! The staff and owner are knowledgeable, welcoming and treat you like a friend. I highly recommend The Golden Pearl.”
“I really wanted to like it more, but the lack of sorting by size is ridiculous. I'm an XL and very few of their items fit and it's too much work finding anything.”
“Talk about a hole in the wall, a hidden gem, or a diamond in the rough! I love thrifting and checking out all the places to do so when visiting a new town. If I were to come back to the twin cities, I would be sure to stop into the Cat and the Cobra! Locating the store was a little harder than anticipated. It is in the back of the parking lot behind the locked door, but it is the first door inside the building. Not to mention the cool vibes and architecture of the building. I highly recommend walking around and checking it out. There was an amazing selection of any article of clothing you were looking for. I would say the majority of the items were typically priced. Some articles hanging were a little overpriced, but the best part was the bins in the back of the store! I found two shirts in the bins that were $5 each! It was a STEAL of a deal for vintage t-shirts in the condition they were in. I got one ESPN shirt and a Strigus 2006 shirt. Not to mention how fun it is to shift through bins to find those hidden gems of shirts. In addition to a more expensive rainforest cafe t-shirt that was hanging on the walls of shirts. Overall, the service, selection, and value of the store and its articles were top-tier for vintage thrift! I highly recommend stopping in!”
“I was So Happy that you Reopened and serendipitisly on the weekend. I came to town from Hawaii for my 50th High school reunion. May you have Decades more of success . Mahalo and Aloha.”
“Lots of individually owned stalls here, some with sales. On-street parking is easy. Some pretty cool stuff so if you like such places its worth making a special stop/visit. Allow about an hour and don’t miss the downstairs section.”
8:30AM - 5:30PM
706 2nd Ave S #145, Minneapolis
Used Vintage And Consignment
“I can't speak highly enough of the owner's expertise and customer service. She is beyond experienced - hearing her rapidly doing calculations off the top of her head after just looking at a garment is really impressive. She did a rush job on a long dress for me with what turned out to be a tricky fabric/seam.I also appreciate how good of a listener she is when it comes to how you want a garment to fit - I never felt dumb asking about any of my requests and as far as I'm concerned she can work magic.”
“Overall this store had a nice selection of unique pieces, but the price range may be above the average persons. The largest size that had was a vintage XL (new Large). A nice, clean shop.”
“drinking coffee out of a cute lil cup while walking through here is an ideal way to spend a weekend morning. Prices are fair, and the inspiration is priceless. lots of cool things like wooden fish, fiber art, tv trays, random cool vintage fabrics, and all sorts of puzzling kitsch.”
“Best haircut of my life from AndeB, who is also a great person & fun conversationalist. I love the aesthetic of the salon and the adjoining vintage shop. Excited to get some color next!”
“I’ve been going to Lula’s for a long time.Her reputation in the city is unmatched. And not just for fab party dresses but she might put out a rack out of high-waisted wide-leg 70’s pants that you can't find anywhere else or a pair of 60's virgin wranglers to go with that cashmere coat or summer crop top. It always feels fresh and new when you walk in the store and you'll feel the same when you walk out.But the best part is Hayley.How could you not like someone named after Hayley Mills.Not only does she treat every garment with care and love, she treats all her customers the same.”
“This is a great place. It has well priced clothing with shirts costing just 6$. Definitely coming back, I’m also considering checking out other thrift shops because of how awesome this place was!”
“A vintage clothing store that actually has vintage clothing! I mean spearpoints, swing ties, wide lapels and dainty caps, not late 1990s tshirts that are somehow considered vintage now.Stunning selection, and everything is labeled correctly. I spent almost a half hour just looking at all their ties, and another hour just going through the men's section.Decent prices as well, they know what they have, but it's not online vintage resellers levels of inflated.Highly recommend for someone trying to get true vintage pieces”
“My son and I visited here for the first time. He/him is very petite but did find something he liked. I found a perfect hat. There is soooo much in this store! 2 concerns, women sizes only go to large. And it it so tight it is completely disabled impossible!! So only 4 stars. However, we'll be going back! Cool place.”
“Trying on dresses with Nikolina was the highlight of my wedding dress search. Even my less vintage-inclined friends were impressed with her incredible design knowledge and the vision she cast for modifying each piece to create my own personal aesthetic. She was so fun to work with! Shopping through their selection does require some imagination, but as someone who loves envisioning possibilities, this was half of the adventure. I would highly recommend this place for anyone who wants to create a personal and unique vintage dress or revive a historical piece with sentimental value - you won't regret taking the time to imagine with Nikolina.”
“The time bomb used to be a favorite stop when I was on this side of town, but under new management, they have leaned towards more vintage clothing then other items they used to carry. Still like stopping, but 4 stars instead of 5 due to less items I care to browse.”
“this is the best place ever I’m so in love with it! the whole vibe of the place is amazing and the staff is so cool and nice, this is my favorite place I’ve ever been to and the clothes are to die for. i had such a hard time not spending all my money here ! cant wait to go back!”
“Great place to find that rare item you didn't know you needed or couldn't find other places. Everything from jewelry, art, sterling, furniture, etc. With items always making their way out and new items coming in, this is a fun shop to check out when in the area. Staff is friendly and helpful, parking lot available out front.”
“Lovely store run by some really kind folks who’re are really actionably supporting their community and especially its BIPOC members. On top of that, they find loads of neat stuff! Highly recommend stopping by :)”
“Went in today to make a deal with the owner. He was very polite and had a great sense of humor, he wasn't there and came back to help me still. I left with a deal being made and didn't fee at all uncomfortable with it. He answered my questions and helped me in understanding the process. I highly recommend this business. Very great experience. Thank you pop culture.”