I've walked passed this place several times in the past. I finally strolled in today. I'm kicking myself for never coming in. I absolutely loved coming here. The vintage games in the front were super cool. The prices were not bad at all. I was dying to get the blue love seat but didn't have a car with me. The back of the thrift has all these cool clothes. I saw this lovely jacket that was under 30 bucks. The staff is very nice here. Since they were about to close they had the clothes section cut off, but the staff said let me go back there anyway. Needless to say I'll definitely come back. They have some good finds here. read more

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I was told by the manager of Hour Children's Shop that the vintage sewing machine I was interested in purchasing was in working order; IT DID NOT WORK. There was no way for me to test the machine prior to taking it home because there was no bobbin, no needle, no thread, no pressure foot. Even though I brought my own needle, thread, and bobbin; but I did not have the correct pressure foot for that particular machine; so there was absolutely no way to sew a stitch. I purchased the machine based on her word. I took the machine home. It cost me $120 to get it repaired. The spring was broken as was the bobbin winder. Both had to be replaced. Shame on Hour Children's Shop for not being truthful read more

l. I finally went into Hour Children on Steinway Street., 31-12 Steinway Street. They are no longer taking donations until mid-January, and I liked the layout and attitude of the staff! They have lots of toys, gifts, and clothing, and you can see from the photos that they do not look like a regular donation store. I might drop off a few things in the New Year for my 2024 tax deductions. read more

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They overprice things by a great amount . They tried to mark the millennium princess Barbie for $600 when u can buy her brand new for 40 bucks on Amazon they def tried to fool the wrong Barbie collector read more

Hour Children's Shop - Here's a photo of the same doll you can purchase for only 40 dollars brand new on Amazon - Thrift Stores Near Me - Astoria, New York

Very organized and clean thrift store. They have used clothing , nice furniture and other things . I always enjoy taking a look when ever I'm on Steinway Staff are very nice and are very helpful They are following cdc guild lines by wearing masks and having customers wear masks they are also limiting the amount of people allowed in the store at a time read more

I emailed to see if they would accept furniture donations. When I didn't reply within two days because I was busy and had yet to check my email, I received a frosty email stating they didn't need my furniture due to space. I understand space is limited, but they were willing to accept my donation two days prior. It was disheartening; I wanted to donate quality pieces for a good cause. read more

I don't know how this store stays open, it needs a complete overhaul or it'll go under. Its great that some profits go to charity, but prices are too crazy. For example, 6 months ago I saw the same overpriced furniture and they just pile new donations on top. The store is now crowded with inventory that isn't priced to sell. Its beyond retail. The owner is nice and if she's there the prices are negotiable. Her old store was amazing, sadly after the move to a smaller Steinway location she lost her way. The younger cashiers are completely clueless, not always nice, and just say the price is final. An out of touch elderly woman was hired to price items, and they won't sell you anything until she prices them as if she's an expert.. making the most tiny items $28 minimum, and no one is buying anything. An example of the pricing, this ancient computer software from 1995 was priced at $25 today. I hope they can turn this place around. read more

Hour Children's Shop - $25 for this garbage computer software from 1995.It isn't collectible either. - Thrift Stores Near Me - Astoria, New York

I like to come in here a lot but I have found the sales associate that is a larger girl , tall, with long straight, black hair very unfriendly. She has an attitude if you ask questions. I work in retail in Manhattan and know it can be exhausting but this is a smaller, Slow paced thrift store in Astoria! I just don't understand. It makes me not want to go in. Everyone else is enjoyable to be around. There is a woman with short hair and glasses, love her, and a younger girl with long blondish hair that is always sweet and I like her a lot. Honestly Everyone else has been great but after my last experience I was just really put off from the energy this girl put out. The prices have gone up on things that are in poor condition. I would assume that's why the items don't move anymore. People like to come in here to see what they can find, looking for unique pieces at good deals and have a relaxing experience and the past 6 or so months have not been that. I haven't purchased anything in months here. Hope it changes because I loved that they moved closer to me. read more

I needed some new (to me) furniture, and this place did not disappoint. The store is well organized, the entire first floor is filled with gently used furniture - sofas, dining sets, desks...etc. There is also a basement with more furniture and also some clothes and toys, but the main focus is the furniture. I wasn't expecting to find anything the day I went, but I ended up buying a two-piece hutch for my dining area for $100 and a secretary desk for $150. Score! So I had to run home and clear out a space for both. My friend also found a cute beaded evening bag for $8. The people who work there were so friendly and helpful, and the charity the proceeds go to is a great cause. They also know a guy who delivers furniture. He brought everything to my third floor walk-up the same day for what I thought was a reasonable price. The stock changes quickly so I will definitely be back soon to see what else they get! read more

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Is this a thrift store or a regulaar store because the prices are high for a thrift store. Nice selection of used furniture items but you can get new ones on amazon for the same price. Please lower your prices. I really wanted to shop here because the proceeds goes towards helping women that have been incarcerated and have kids get back on their feet. Unfortunately, the prices were much to high. read more

What an unfriendly thrift store. They seem to pride themselves in appearance, arranging the shop etc, but greet customers coldly. Went there recently just after opening and was turned away by two workers. "We're sorting these clothes. We'll be opening in twenty minutes." Then saw them both come out for their morning smoke! I made an effort to get here, the least could do is open if a customer comes during business hours and you are staffed! Awful attitude! read more

Hour Children's Shop - Turning customers away so they can smoke in peace! Nice. - Thrift Stores Near Me - Astoria, New York

This is strictly for their donation pick-up, which is affiliated with the shop as that's how they procure items to sell. I had called Hour Children a few weeks ago to schedule a donation pick up for my mother. She was house cleaning and had TONS of things to get rid of, and once my grandmother heard about it, she got in on it and added her own things. Making the appointment was pretty painless; I left a message and received a call back and was put on the calendar for the third week in January. This is the only reason they receive 2 stars from me. A week before the pick up I called back to tell them my mom would have at least 15 large bags and 5 large boxes. The day of the pick up, we were given a time frame of 12-4pm. By 3:30 my mom still had not heard from anyone so I called to ask. They said the guy would definitely be coming by 4. At 4:30 I call again and they tell me he's been running all over NYC today and that he will be there by 5:30. My mom has now been waiting at home for 4.5 hours. At around 5:15 the gentleman pulls up in a rickety little van. Circles around for parking because he insists he cannot double park at the side freight door of my moms apartment building. He then asks if someone could help him - I had confirmed with the admin that he would do the moving all by himself but my mom had also arranged for the building super to help BUT SINCE HE WAS LATE the super had gone home for the day. He can fit only 1/3 of my moms stuff in his van. Why this was not accounted for annoys me because I had called with our updated bag/box counts. He has the nerve to ask for a tip.... after being 5.5 hours late?! My mom tells him tomorrow! When you come back for the rest! The next day, I call the office to make sure he is going to come on time as promised. They assured me that he would, and also called my mom to apologize and assure her they would. The same gentleman comes on time (finally!) and then refuses to leave his van, stating that he would get a ticket. Luckily my mom had two people there to help, but this is a little ridiculous. If she didn't would he not pick up the items? The move took about 30 minutes. He never provided a receipt for her donation. What really irritates me is that, we are donating for this charity to SELL at their store. One would think that they would make it as painless as possible for someone to donate items to them. I would highly discourage anyone from scheduling a donation pick up for this place as it is a complete sh*show. If you value your time; go with another charity. read more

I love having a little thrift shop in the neighborhood! The upstairs area has a lot of furniture, lamps, paintings, and so on so this is a great option for home decor. I came in a few times before realizing that there was an additional area in the basement. The basement has a wide variety of clothes at great prices, and a section of kitchen items that is pretty good. I bought several bowls that have been great additions to my kitchen. There are also small appliances like crock pots. This place has a great cause so I usually stop in to see if I can get what I need before placing an order on Amazon or elsewhere. read more

If you have items to donate please consider coming here! I did so a couple of days ago. I know first hand that the funds raised are going to support local programs in Astoria and queens for women and children that really need it. Unlike Salvation Army this place is open on Sunday and helps locally! There is nothing better than that. Of course they also provide you with a tax write off letter. This will be my new go to for in kind donations. read more

I've bought several nice, unique items from this shop since it opened. The staff is very helpful and the shop is very clean and pretty well organized for a thrift shop. read more

This shop is truly a gem. I love the cause. I feel it's so necessary to care for others, especially mothers and children in need. I spoke (and met) with Anita, who is such a sweet soul. She definitely touched my heart. I dropped off some items for babies, including a bassinet - and I was so happy to see it going towards a good place. I will be donating again in the future!!! This shop is DOWN TO EARTH! Unlike other thrift stores that are snooty. read more

It's like a treasure hunt that always produces fruitful goodies. I've gotten furniture, clothes, decor, and art here. All priced very well and benefits children with a parent or parents in jail. Such a gem of a place in Astoria! read more

A great replacement for that horrible DNA club that used to be there. This place has a wide and changing variety of vintage items, all very well priced. read more

I visit the shop regularly. I love the furniture, the prices and the atmosphere. I also love that the money I spend here goes to support very worthy programs for vulnerable women and children. Last year, after my neighbor's husband died and she was closing up their house, I suggested that she donate clothes and housewares to Hour Children. Their van arrived well within the time frame I was given and the drivers collected the items quickly and professionally. I love this store and the organization it supports! read more

Nice layout. Super friendly and I dropped off several bags of clothes and other things for donation. They gave me a tax receipt too.

Went shopping for some vintage items for our wedding... they have a wide a selection of items, big and small, and also some beautiful designer dresses! All the staff definitely loved working there too :-D read more

I was really amazed by the quality of furniture available at this shop. I bought two desks in one trip, and a gentleman who happened to be available in the store delivered them immediately after. This place is a real local gem. read more

This is a fantastic thrift store by any standards. It's a big shop with tons of furniture and housewares, and unlike other thrift stores I've been to recently, lots and lots of art. This store should be on anyone's Top Ten list for thrift stores in NYC, and definitely #1 in Astoria for furniture and housewares. Proceeds here go to a really amazing cause and the ladies that run Hour Children do real good for women and children in Long Island City. A+++ read more