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Buffalo Exchange

3.1 (290 reviews)
Closed 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Lisa X.

Buffalo Exchange is an OG in the thrift game. With multiple locations, they tend to be quite picky when buying, but I sometimes wonder if it's who you know as some of the selections on the racks are less than stellar. Like some of the labels are not unique nor the clothes interesting. They do occasionally have a few pieces worth to look at but insanely priced imho. Regardless, my friend and I walked by and she wanted to browse, so I walked in with her. The funky smell instantly hit me and I put my mask up. Also, way too many people inside which drove my anxiety up, so I bailed on my friend and told her I will wait for her outside. She came out 10 minutes later with nada so we all know how that went. Next!!!

Shane S.

I have long been a fan of thrift stores. Buying recycled fashion is cool. Normally thrift stores require searching through a lot to find a gem. This Buffalo Exchange has a lot of nice threads so less searching is required. Picked up a nice long sleeve shirt here to rock during the near perfect weather San Franciscan Indian Summer. It was very busy w/ lots of younger folks the afternoon was here. Staff was friendly. There is are fitting rooms to try on before purchasing. The first Buffalo Exchange I went to was in Boulder, CO in 2001. Not sure where they started yet know there are several branches scattered throughout the US.

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4 months ago

Employees are EXCELLENT and always SO SWAG. very kind. very helpful. Also found some really cool stuff.

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2 years ago

Great experience. Friendly staff. Great prices. Easy exchange. Quick service. Parking out front.

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2 years ago

The workers are friendly, and I consistently find cool pieces. The clothing can be a bit pricey in comparison to other thrift stores.

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Ask the Community - Buffalo Exchange

I have a few articles of clothing from my fathers closet. He was a HUGE leather jacket collector? Would your store want to buy some?

Hi Gloria, thanks for your interest in selling at Buffalo Exchange! We have to see all items in person before we can say for sure whether or not we'd be able to purchase them, but we do buy vintage leather jackets based on the style and condition of… 

Hi can I drop in tmr to sell?

Hi Christina, thanks for your interest in selling with us! We buy all day every day, no appointment needed — feel free to drop in whenever we're open and our Buyers will be happy to take a look at your items. We hope to see you in the store soon!

Do they give good prices for jordans?

Hi Antionette, Thanks for your interest in selling with us! We price all items based on the style… 

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Review Highlights - Buffalo Exchange

First visit I scored Burberry black pants, a beautiful Rebecca Minkoff sweater, cute overalls, Levi jean jacket all for about $100 STEAL!

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