Very nice and knowledgeable owners, Andy & Brian have the fairest prices of any record store in the…read moreChicago area. The best place to buy used records at a low price compared to other stores or Discogs. On top of that, they actually pay the most for used records. I'm always updating my collection and selling off various titles, (all in good condition) and at this point I have no need to look elsewhere. They've got me covered.

There are so many greedy record store owners overpricing their records nowadays. I wish I could…read morebring them all here, so their ego's could be shattered. This is place is absolutely beautiful. I wish I could give them higher than 5 stars

I was hoping for a few Sue Grafton books for my mom. I found that and a ton more…read more Stepping in to this store it's easy to imagine that we are a nation of readers. Every worker here seems to share a passion for books and the energy is infectious. I had to cut myself off, close my eyes, and slowly step away from the stacks. They also have some art and crafting supplies, paper goods, and vinyl. The prices are low and I think there might be some categories of people who qualify for discounts.

Unique establishment that is a place to donate items. They have a section for books, records, CD's,…read moreDVD's and cassette. They also sell vintage guitars.

I first visited this comic book shop when it opened as a kid. Now I'm taking my daughter there and…read morewe both love it. Glad to see it's still open. Wouldn't go anywhere else.

I first started going there in the early 80's. Terry would always give me an extra comic for free…read more Was my main shop for years. Easy to get to since it is right off the Prairie path. Used to get free Ovaltine at the factory sometimes also. I'm glad it's still open.

Have a very good selection of large print books. There are a lot of different subjects.read more

I could find books here that are out of print. And books that are only in paperback, I can find…read morehardcover.

Oh...I dislike having to write this, but I have too. St.Vincent was the place I enjoyed going to…read morejust to escape the world and find some peace and quiet while I hunted and pecked to find deals...not for resale, but for myself. I am not slamming the top manager. He is only trying to make money for the program St. Vincent has to help people in need. As a past reselller, estate sale conductor, a once partner to an estate sale company, I can see things of value...not clothing, I can't stand that. But collectibles. I've noticed new patterns. 1. Prices are up to at least 1/2 the cost of an ebay asking price. 2. Broken collectibles still priced high as if undamaged. 3. Collectible pieces put behind the check out counter holding high prices. 4. A new sneaky practice I only saw at a Goodwill I was a manager at and discountinued, the practice of burying large items of collectible furniture, or marking it sold. To back up this claim, I have seen flippers (you get to recognize them after you see them a slew of times) ask for the manager...ugg...and he comes out and I hear, "Hey...what can you do on the price for this?" The worst piss me off time was when a man walked into the work area the public is not allowed to go in and he came out with the manager. He pointed to a folding MCM dining table, I knew what it was, and the possiblity of it's worth, and it was sold for 10 bucks. Yeah....a cherry/walnut folding dining table for 10 bucks. I've seen Heywood Wakefield dining sets behind chairs (we are talking now in the thousands). 1930s metal cabinets or display cases which bring in a pretty good 200-300 bucks return...sold for 15 dollars. That gets my goat more than anything. Goodwill stopped the practice of that. They do it for themselves now. The people who donate items out of generosity or need, may write things off their taxes. To me, this is against the policy of helping people in need. Yeah, people can say...if you want a deal get there before the flippers...I get it. Today was the 'straw that broke the camels back'. I was going to pick up my meds. I stopped at the store for snits and giggles. I saw two items...no price tag. The lady in front said she would get the manager. Now, she is new I think and have tried to talk with her before. Her attitude is worse than a person with hallotosis, and b.o. at the same time. Her attitude. She placed a price on them which if they were at regular price I would walk. But today was half off day. Score. Yes, I bought them. One for me and one for my daughter. Then I saw a wall coat rack bar. It was 6 feet long made of hard wood. Did i want to buy it for my wall and coats? NO. My bed broke last night and I had to repair the frame. So,I thought, hey, I could buy the rack and support the mission, and save money because I am a person in financial need. It was not priced. The lady who helped me the first time said, it was not marked I couldn't buy it. Then she called the 'manager' I was told it belonged to another piece of furniture. I said, no...it was a wall coat rack. She insisted it was part of another piece of furniture. I remained polite, and respectful. I pulled up a photo of a similar product to 'teach' someone it was not what they thought. It didn't matter. Now the story was, "it is not priced and had to go through the process." exact quote. I looked at her. "Really? You priced these two thing." She just reiterated her excuse. I had felt a feeling I hadn't before. On top of the sneakiness, high prices, and rudeness by this one person, I realized, I can't shop here anymore. I stopped looking for that cool handmade mug by an artesian from Europe. I stopped looking for the depression glass juicer. I stopped looking for Theodore Haviland China, Waterford Crystal, Limoges, Belleck..and more. This store has become a mutant offshoot of Goodwill and Salvation Army. Now, for clothing fine, and that is great for people who wear clothes. I do...lol...but for everything else...it just seems it is not about helping people anymore, but helping those who don't need it (flippers...hey if a person wants to flip, let them register and donate 25% of the profit to St. Vincent) and not helping those who do need help. Not everyone needs to walk in and fill out a form who is in need. Most of us, walk in and look for something to save a few or a bunch of bucks. Oh well...the last of thrift stores for escaping reality is over for me at St. Vincent, which a flipper may enjoy because I might pick up an American Brilliant Cut Glass with a first generation Copley marking which could bring in over $600! I know because I sold a second generation one ten years ago for $250. No more. And to top all this off, is hearing an employee talk about the flippers who come in. Okay fine. But don't rub our faces in it.

Easy drop off. Lots of help unloading. They will also pick up large items. Just prefer other…read moreoptions to Goodwill.

Disc Replay offers games, video s, cd's and albums. My tip is to know what you are looking for,…read morestaff will help when asked. Staff is very knowledgeable!

I've been going to this location a long time great people gave my son his first Xbox I will keep…read morecoming back for a soon g as they stay open

I love Barnes & Noble. It seems the negative comments are directed at the Starbucks vs the actual…read morestore. They did have the specific children's book I was looking for, However, the customer service person was on the phone for an incredibly long time. I don't mind that it was taking so long ~ but maybe acknowledge that you realize I am standing there or ask the person on the phone to hold on while you verbally acknowledge my presence. Bright and open. Oh, and the door that opens into the mall is actually the back of the store.

I haven't been inside a Barnes & Nobles in years. I saw…read moreBarnes & Noble is offering a featured book of the Month deal for $5.00 upstairs at their cafe. You must make a coffee or bakery purchase any order to get this deal. This location in Oakbrook offers a wide selection of books, magazines, games, music, and gifts, you name it. A cafe that serves coffee, tea, bakery items and snacks. This bookstore is spacious. I like that you can pick out a book and find a quiet place to read. Very organized and easy to browse around and locate your favorite topic sections. There are so many book titles throughout the store. A nice place to come and pick out a good book or grab a magazine and sit back and enjoy the quiet and chill atmosphere. If you have any questions there are plenty of workers walking around willing to help. Even though it was busy and alot of people walking around. The atmosphere was still calm and peaceful. Go online and sign up for upcoming events and book club meetings.

My go to thrift spot. Very good values, donates to good causes, and always sells pretty nice…read morethings.

This is an absolute gem of a thrift store. Love that there's a decent size lot and I didn't have to…read morefight for parking. They have a wide variety of items from fine jewelry to the most eclectic goods. From the outside you wouldn't expect it to be as large as it is, but it does span through multiple rooms. Many areas/rooms have themes like holiday, clearance, collectibles, household goods. It is very well organized. Store is pretty strict on "no large bag/backpack" policy but all employees were very friendly and respectful carrying it out. This place is not at all overpriced and you can certainly find some affordable gems without looking too hard.