Okay, a solid 4 for nostalgia and selection. I've been shopping here for over ten years (since I moved up here to go to Buff State in Sept of 2001; we used to walk here then because no one had cars). I go at least half a dozen times a year, maybe more, as I still live super close (1.5 miles). I'm a thrift shop/yard sale junky - 90% of my stuff is used; not only does it give me access to more unique stuff but it has also saved me a butt load of money. My house has a very retro-meets-opium den look, not a "this looks like a catalog" vibe like my friends who have to have "new" everything. Amvets isn't the cleanest place (no fault of the workers; customers do some pretty disgusting, inconsiderate things), it hasn't been updated in forever, and there is absolutely nothing "hip" about it (other than the ironic "hipness" all thrift stores have). The workers are pretty friendly and rotate regularly as they are largely college kids. They do a pretty good job of keeping things picked up and organized despite customers constantly throwing things on the floor or leaving them somewhere other than where they found them. They have ample carts and parking. They are always PACKED to capacity with stuff - you have to have incredibly narrow tastes to not find something. They have some of the best bric-a-brac (the long row of shelves filled with random knick knacks, house wares, decor, etc for the uninitiated) in town. Their prices are very reasonable on these items, including cookware, dishes, storage containers, etc. I was able to furnish every room in my house with a vintage trash can (so tiny and cute!), score a bunch of planters and get copper bottom pots. They regularly have very nice vintage and modern furniture at reasonable prices. I dressed almost every window in my house with vintage, thermal lined drapes from this thrift store for about $7 a pair. They really cut down on heating and cooling bills - I looked for new ones like this and they were thin, crappy and cost $12 a panel! People need to get over their "that's used" phobia. If you knew how many people sweated on, handled and tried on your "new" clothes before you go them you wouldn't worry so much. This is what a washing machine/dry cleaner was invented for. read more

"Coppin' it, washin' it, 'bout to go and get some compliments." - Macklemore ***************************************************************** So my friend Bethany is the one who got me into thrift stores. She's probably one of the most creative and stylish people I know so I was surprised when she was telling me how she buys most of her clothes at thrift stores. She's a big proponent of social justice particularly in regards to clothing, and was telling me how shopping at a thrift store is a great way to buy clothes without directly supporting clothing companies that use unethical production practices (i.e. sweatshops). There are some cool companies that produce clothes in-country but are naturally much more expensive. So she presents thrift stores as a middle ground where you're not directly supporting sweatshops. Thanks to Bethany, I often find myself here at Amvets. As one reviewer mentioned, it is definitely sometimes a scavenger hunt but isn't treasure more satisfying when found that way? This particular thrift store is very large and naturally can't afford to keep things organized as well as your local Macy's store. For the size and staffing, they do a good job. Other than clothes, they have a great selection of household and kitchen items as well as a nice record/LP section. Not many thrift shops can boast that. I also appreciate that they have a big bin right inside the front door where you can drop off donations - most thrift stores I've been to have you drive around back. One common complaint I've heard is that the clothes at thrift stores smell funny. They don't smell as bad as my dirty clothes hamper and I end up wearing those clothes, after I wash them of course. So I just throw the clothes I buy at the thrift store into my hamper to get washed with the rest of the smelly clothes - they come out smelling fresh. This store has a great selection and I always love the price tags. The icing on the cake is when someone compliments you on your outfit - little do they know you are rocking some fresh second-hand treasure. read more

Amvets. A thrifter's joy, looking for that diamond in the rough! While the building is old and not the cleanest, it's not too bad. For someone like me who regularly looks for a bargain, Amvets is my go-to place. I have found many nice, quality items here from clothing (great for baby and kid gear), to home goods to furniture and books/games for my students. You just have to take the time to look. Clothing is sorted by size, but not by item type and the racks are often full of things in the wrong spot. You've got to look closely. The parking lot is big, they will help you carry furniture pieces out and the staff have always been super friendly to me. They offer discounts on different days or per different color tag and on holidays usually have a big sale. FYI- no returns or exchanges. Once you've bought it, it's yours! Also prices at the Elmwood location seem to be a little cheaper than the Dick rd location. Who knows why, but win win for me. My biggest gripe with Amvets is their bathroom situation. For one, it is never clean and is always out of toilet paper! For two, it is gender neutral with 2 stalls, meaning I was in there once and a man came in and used the stall next to me. Um, no thanks! Idk who owns this particular store, but they could really do better to step it up and support their customers in this area. Everyone wants a clean and accessible restroom. My second complaint is that they pack wayyyyy too much stuff of the racks, to the point where you don't have any room to push items down to get a view of what's there. It deters me from even trying to look for clothes because it's too packed. Just a little space in between would be great. This is another area in which Savers has a one up on them. Long story short- if you're looking for something on the cheap, check it out. You never know what you'll find and you just might walk out with a bunch of stuff you didn't know you needed! read more

Ok, I wouldn't say I 'shop' here, nor did I take advantage of the student discounts, but this place is a college student's dream for furniture! All I remember is negotiating for a microfiber loveseat from like $20 to $10. Way better than any stores - leave that for the rich Long Islanders. Us Brooklyner students shop at AmVets and negotiate deals for furniture that could have come from a homeless person's living room. Yes, I know that doesn't make much sense. If I were in school at UB again, for some God-awful reason, I would definitely buy my 10 dollar couches here. I mean, after all, where the hell else can I do that? read more

I just picked up two brand new items with the tags still on them for 10 bucks and some change. Score! It looks like they are trying to get things a little more organized here too with creating categories for the brick-a-bract section. All of the books are nicely lined up so that you can see the titles as well. Of course, organizing them by color would not have been my choice but um, OK. Just one more suggestion: see that space next to the three dressing rooms where people wait forever while others try on 500 items? Maybe you could add some more dressing rooms there? read more

SO MUCH STUFF. Some of it I can't believe was owned previously. Scary! Yet that's what makes thrifting so fun! This thrift store truly does have it all. The housewares section is extremely large and there are more clothes here than every Gap in the world combined. The one thing I didn't like that took away a star was that it was too overwhelming to dig through. You'd seriously need a full day here, and if you're a thrift hopper like my friends and me, it's a bit difficult. Still, my friends found AMAZING stuff here, including two gorgeous throw pillows for a couple bucks each! read more

Whether you're a collector, a hipster, a hoarder, or a bargain-shopper for richer or for poorer, Amvets' warehouse-like inventory should pacify your primal thrift-shopper/hunter/gatherer needs. Perpetual Inventory! I usually prefer to set aside HOURS to really poke around in every department. I sift through clothing, fondle furniture, carefully examine knick-knacks and peruse pre-digital media. Their prices, though higher than some thrift-stores, are reasonable and proceeds support our American Veterans which is nice. Clothing is (dis)organized by size and knick-knacks are displayed haphazardly. They have three filthy dressing closets with no locks. Careful! Recently, they re-arranged the toy/game section. No longer within a child's-reach, you'll now find them in cascading bins above the clothing racks. There are electrical outlets in the electronic section to test merchandise. If you happen to find an item without a price tag the cashier will have to page a manager to assess it. Check out and around the glass-paneled display cases at the check-out counters for higher-end items and oddities. Currently, checking in on Yelp generates an instant $4 off $15 or more coupon. In the clothing departments, you save 20% per piece when the color of the price-tag matches the color of the signs hanging from the ceiling. You'll also automatically get a stamp on your receipt for $4 off visit (good for two weeks after purchase). I believe there is also always a discount with proper Military I.D. Enjoy the hunt! Fill a cart! Have fun and don't be ashamed to ask a cashier for hand sanitizer on your way out. read more

Amvets Am the Best! I cant say enough about Amvets Thrift Store! When I run out of cloths to wear its the perfect place to go find cloths at. Some have a few stains and maybe a hole or two, but I usually dont buy them unless its for Gramma. I found alot of great finds like Ambercrombie and Finch jeans (but to small for me!) and a like new toaster and a blond wig and a real nice painting of the Last Supper and a half a dozen like-new underwears! Amvets - the place to go for old stuff! read more

A shabby store where I've found some marvelously chic clothes! This AmVets is great because it's huge and convenient - I'm always tempted to stop whenever I'm puttering down Elmwood or rolling over to Hertel. I always go in thinking I'll just look for one little thing -- and end up dragging a huge pile of used clothes into the fitting rooms. It's not very organized, but they've just got a TON of stuff, as Diana R said. And though it seems a bit picked over, it's possible to find some gems. My favorite thing to look for is the blouses. Lots of old-lady blouses that can be dressed up in funky ways. And purses, too. And shoes. And records. Okay, I guess I have a lot of favorite spots in this store... just go! read more

My favorite thrift! It's not super clean but there are lots of treasures to be found!! Sometimes prices can be high but you just wait for the color to go on sale. Love the staff definitely recommend ! read more

Love this thrift store. Always walk out with a sweet gem. So far- I've scored beautiful dresses, 2 ringer Ts (a natty bo and a pinball champ) and 70s maternity wear. I love it. Good prices! Highly recommend! read more

have things a bit over priced.... the lady told me they price based off how items r priced online? but the problem is, they are not providing the convenience of online? These items r not clean, often damaged, and obviously used sooo? what? i love giving to the veterans but, it is still a thrift store. $75 (clearance price btw) for broken, 25 year old speakers? huh? they always have a good selection though and have sales often (25%) but are quite short staffed tho, not many people to help u, the store is quite dirty and there is no bathroom (COVID or not). i just think for the price they are charging the environment could be a little easier to navigate. i do enjoy coming here but not as good as other thrift stores. read more

A solid thrift store with a large selection of furniture, clothing, household items, books, and records. The prices are very reasonable. The selection turns over quickly, so there's alway something new to look at--but don't think you can just come back tomorrow (or even in a few hours) for something you saw and passed on; chances are good it will be gone. read more

I dropped in for my first ever visit to an amvet store. I've been mostly to goodwills, thrifty and salvation army's. I must say, it is really well organized and prices are well market. That makes shopping at a thrift store way easier and caused s lot less stress when trying to sift through all the weird stuff you can find. Parking is no problem and drop off of donations are made pretty easy too. Unlike the goodwill nearby the do stock a few pieces of furniture which is helpful at times. I'll be popping in here once in a while to do some treasure hunting in the near future. read more

They have an employee there named Charlene who is amazing. She helped a group of disabled people that I had brought it in to shop for their first homes. She literally took the time with EACH one of them, understanding their budgets and assisting me with an enormous task. Thank you, Miss Charlene!! You should win an award for customer service!!!! read more

I had a perfect condition matching set couch and love seat that I tried to donate to amvets . They did come in the afternoon for me because I wasn't going to be home in the am Which was helpful. Then they called at about 1pm and said that they would be there in 30 mins so i took both out of my apartment downstairs and outside next to the curb and waited . 45 mins went by and they called back and said they would be there in another 30 mins . Ok I can understand people get held up . When they finally arrived they got out and it felt like they didnt want to do anything. Then they both barely looked at couch and love seat and said that it had cat hair on it and they were allergic. I dont own a cat . So i lost a half day of work and they left me with both out on the curb . I would try to make other arrangements if you want to donate. Don't waste your time with them . I ended up by putting them on Craigslist for free and were picked up in 20 mins . I posted a picture of both of them on here for the thrift store so people can see they were in perfect condition. read more

Amvets Thrift Store - Here is the perfect matching set that the driver refused to take they said it had cat hair on them and i dont have a cat.Lost a day of work - Thrift Stores Near Me - Buffalo, New York

I've noticed a price increase. It's hit or miss on household goods and linens. I don't buy nearly what I used to buy.. Don't want to get like goodwill. Trying to get rich overnight! ! Have to look over too.Noticed lately lots of clothes are stained, ripped or dirty. I don't donate things like that myself. Please dumpster those. I bought a SET of sheets. Got hme went to wash, great big hole o. fitted sheet. Had to throw away. Why it was even out there is beyond me! read more

This location has lots of good finds. I stepped in here a few days ago and stayed for a little over an hour going through everything in there. The household items are good pickings. This is one of the places I can actually use the quote "another man's trash...." So yeah I'm interested to see what goodies they get in a few months. I'll give them time to get new items in before I revisit. OH! And I almost forgot...I was able to use a Yelp $4 off offer at the register. They also have a cool points value card. Pay this location a visit! read more

What more can you say, it's a thrift store... see if what you want is here at a nice price, AND help the Vets. Great deals to be had, bargains to be found. read more

Amvets is so great because you never know what you may end up walking out the store with. I frequent it because obviously their inventory is constantly changing. Plus I drop my old stuff off when I go and get new stuff for pennies! this is a sure bet on a rainy day. read more

My husband and I like to shop here for vintage finds. We usually find some random things to pick up as well. We've gotten clothes, shoes, furniture and random knick knacks all at low prices. The store is kept as nice as it can be for being filled with so many things. I donate here as well. No complaints! read more

Was told someone would call me today regarding the screw-up that took place on Saturday. .....and guess what........NOBODY CALLED...I guess I was not surprised. read more

This place is huge! It could be a little cleaner. They improved their hat rack area to be more organized. I can always find awesome house decorations for a good price. They will do discounts at certain times such as 50% off furniture. They seem to receive more furniture here than Savers down in Hamburg. read more

Definitely the best thrift store in the area, by far. Unlike goodwill, there is always tons of clothes, games, books, cool old electronics, and furniture. There's also a larger selection than goodwill and has better items. read more

There are better thrift stores elsewhere. Who ever is pricing merchandise has no idea what something is really worth! Try the Goodwill in West Seneca or on Delaware for better deals! read more

I've been coming here for about 4 years, mainly for eclectic clothing and household items. I can think of a couple of things to know: 1) There are a ton of opportunities for discounts: student and senior days, the coupons on the back of Tops receipts, colors of the week, etc. You get a coupon for $4 off of $15 when you check out! 2) You will find damaged items, but you'll also find some really great stuff. I'm a vintage clothing enthusiast and have found some incredible pieces here, a couple that just needed a little TLC. 3) It's huge and probably very difficult to keep clean, but it's not like you're eating here. Doesn't bother me! 4) Pricing strikes me as pretty reasonable on household goods and clothing with the occasional outlier: maybe $6-$14 for a dress, about $5 for a woman's blazer, drinkwear is around a dollar. Other thrift stores will charge about the same for all dresses, t shirts, etc, but they price it here depending on the item. Sometimes they waaay overestimate (you might see $12 for a fast fashion dress that probably cost about the same new), it probably depends on who was working that day. Favorite find was a Magnus Chord Organ, I think it was $12. 5) I believe this Amvets has the biggest selection and most diversity of women's clothing in Buffalo. I've found some cool stuff for my boyfriend too, but the men's selection on a normal day is not quite as interesting as the women's. 6) Other customers tend to be pleasant. 7) I'm glad that shopping here benefits veterans! read more

this is probably goung to be one of my most favorite places to shop.their prices are the bomb and the staff are friendly