“Kids grow out of clothes so fast, it doesn't make sense to pay full price for something they can only wear for a few months. Love the cheap options here for baby clothes, and Halloween costumes! We'll definitely be shopping here throughout our kid's life .”
“A little something for everyone that brings back childhood memories, from clothes and nicknacks to toys and games. With antiques and vintage to holidays and Disney, over 60 vendors each uniquely showcased, in an indoor market experience.”
“Love coming to shop for the perfect look for a special occasion. The prices are very fair, in my experience shopping vintage in Minneapolis. Even still, I am willing to pay more than I would at a thrift store, because the curation is lovely, and Amanda will clean, mend, and press/steam garments, so I know I can wear it the same day I purchased it. And I have!”
“This place is great! I had a very simple zipper repair that I just lacked the tools for myself, and they repaired my zipper on the spot in 5 minutes for just $20. Super lovely and helpful, and they do give you a discount if you pay in cash.”
“Feels like a natural history museum where (almost) everything is for sale. Unique, beautiful, and fascinating finds at surprisingly accessible prices. The store is always evolving, with new stuff coming in, making every visit fresh and exciting. Yes, I work there but it’s my favorite place so just let me gush about it okay :) <3
Pro Tip- Park in the Wells Fargo bank lot- that branch has been closed for some time so it’s free and easy to park there if you’re visiting the shop!”
“I've been looking for a credenza for media in the living room for months and MAD had several wonderful options that I could be sure were high quality and well restored. Doug was super friendly and easy to work with and even delivered this enormous piece of furniture to my second floor condo! I'm so happy with how this completes my space and will return to MAD for other piece I want to invest in for the long term.”
“Super rad vintage items!!! Support local! Books, records, clothes, & much more. The layout is very intentional and easy to look through as many vintage shops can be very haphazard or cluttered, this place is not! Very nice. They may have to close or move soon and they're too good to go so please come check them out! They have an instagram as well. & The prices are amazing!!!!”
“encore is incredibly well organized and you can find so many unique pieces. if you’re a teen/adolescent, i’d maybe recommend coming here. it’s pretty hit or miss but very doable to find banger statement pieces. additionally, encore has a discount system in which if an article of clothing has been on the racks for a certain amount of time, you can receive a 50% or 75% off. many of the pieces are carefully handpicked to ensure that customers only get the best of the best. the vintage section at the bottom of the store is totally worth checking out too even if you’re not just to vintage clothing! the owners are such lovely people and are incredibly helpful.”
8:30AM - 5:30PM
706 2nd Ave S #145, Minneapolis
Used Vintage And Consignment
“Most professional and reliable tailoring in Minneapolis. I've been using sewbiz for a decade and have always received the best tailoring for suits and casual clothing.”
“We discovered some real gems at the Mall of St. Paul today! The store is massive, filled with a wide variety of genuine antiques. Whether you're into vintage furniture, collectibles, or other unique finds, this place has it all. The staff is incredibly friendly, and they take great care in packaging items securely for the trip home. Just a heads-up: if you're specifically looking for coins or currency, this might not be the spot for you. But if you're an antique enthusiast, this place is a must-visit. Make sure to plan at least an hour to explore everything they have to offer.”
“I rarely walk out empty handed. A solid third of my vintage/thrifted heavy wardrobe made its way to me via Timebomb. I hit up lots of thrift stores and when I’m looking for something truly retro (maybe pre 2005?) it’s worth it to hit up a place with a more curated selection. Im so glad you exist!”
“A great selection of brands and high-quality consigned items. I appreciated that the building was well air-conditioned so I stayed cool when trying on clothes. All 3 staff members I spoke with today were very friendly and welcoming!”
“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.”
“There are too many fantastic items in the jewelry case. It's a great place for unique gifts and the closest thing to shopping from a Time Machine that I've found. The owner was very patient with me and showed me every sparkly thing that caught my eye.
She mentioned that she is searching for an awning out front... she was nice... so if anybody has a spare rounded white business awning that resembles a clam... let her know.”
“Cool selection of items, I like to get jewelry and jackets here usually or just wander around and look at stuff. Usually a bit out of my price range when it comes to clothes. A lot of non-vintage items (especially accessories) but not a big turn off for me.”
“A thrift store with a decent sized mens collection?! No way! Plenty of mens jackets, shirts, and sweaters! I actually managed to find a long wool overcoat there (in my size!) what wasn't 50% polyester for sub $100. The outercoat itself was wool with a nylon lining. Plenty of old grandpa sweaters, which always rock, and flannels.
This store 100% has my future business.”
“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.”
“Love this spot! I usually purchase things off of their Instagram for pick up. The staff are so kind and are always cheerful when I stop in. The selection is definitely well thought-out and well-priced. You're able to get great clothes at fabulous prices.”
“this is the thrift store i go back to most often in the city :) it’s pretty easy to get to either walking or by bus which makes it a nice option for those of us who don’t have cars. i love stocking up on lightbulbs here when i need them + i think a good 60 percent of my wardrobe is from here at this point. staff are really friendly and knowledgeable. i also think they’ve done a great job reorganizing the clothing area in the past year, it’s much easier to navigate now.”
“Great decor & always fun to search for just the right item. Staff is friendly & helpful. I always find what I need to add finishing touch to my decor. Highly recommend to anyone who wants to enjoy a treasure hunt.”
“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.”
“Lovely selection of mid to late century "antiques". Very well curated. A great eye for style. A little bit of everything: furniture, art, kitch, and clothes!”
“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!”
“This place had a fantastic selection of vintage clothing. The prices reflected the fact that this store was much more curated so be prepared to shell out a bit more. I got a nice University of Minnesota sweatshirt and some jeans here. Will come back next time I'm in Minneapolis”
“OH MY GOSH! Stumbled up this cute place by accident. It is so eccentric and eclectic.
The way she has each area set up is so artistic and amazing. Everything is for sale.ans she has coffee in the kitchen.
Love the homemade lamp shades.”
“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.”
“One of my favorite neighborhood gems. Unique selection and items are often coming and going from furniture items, to fabric and jewelry. Definitely worth stopping in, I have never left empty handed.”
“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”
“Great selection! Some of the reviewers here clearly don’t know the effort that goes into not just being a shop, but also PRIMARILY a safe space for many women to gather. Me being a customer comes secondarily to me financially supporting this space.”
“Outstanding selection and great prices. Clothing is beautifully organized according to type of clothing, size, and color. Sell the clothing that’s just clogging up your closet and use the money to buy fresh new beautiful clothes here.
I am very clothes conscious from have watched all 10 seasons of WHAT NOT TO WEAR. ? On many days, everything I’m wearing came from this exact store with the exception of my underwear. ?
Highly recommended. Just don’t buy the cute jackets before I get there.”