My favorite vintage store in Minnesota. Fun selection, time period music, and friendly staff. I…read morealways find something unique to take home.

I came through Northfield this morning and thought I'd check this place out. It was about 11:10 AM;…read moreall the lights were on; the sign said they open at 11 AM. As I was opening the door, though, I happened to notice the "Closed" sign was still on. As I stepped in, I waved at someone in the back, hoping to ask if they were open yet. That guy pretended not to see me. Someone else back there said to him "I LOVE how they still come in, even when the sign says CLOSED." :O I turned right back out the door, and plan on never going back. True colors about their customers revealed.

They advertise it's a "garage style" type experience, and yeah, it most certainly has that grungy…read morevibe... plus whatever your dearly departed grandparents left behind in their basement. If you're down to scrounge, this place might be for you (I'd just urge you to wash your hands after). That said, I specifically went here today because I needed a stapler. Mine went missing when I moved (probably in some box I've yet to unpack in my storage unit), and there's zero need to purchase a brand new stapler when I know I can get an old reliable Swingline from a thrift place like this (plus, I remembered on my first amble through here that they had a whole basket of staplers). Sure enough, I was able to acquire a stapler. But you can bet your ass that I brought along some staples to test out said staplers... the first one I picked up had a busted spring, but the second was fully functional. Both had been priced at $3. I mention this simply as a word of warning to consider testing before you buy.) I also picked up a bobbin thread case and a quart sized bag of crayons (both priced at $3) while I was there. This place is good for finding the kind of craft stuff your granny would keep around at a low price. And honestly, you're doing the environment a BIG favor to snag this kind of thing off a thrift store shelf rather than "convenience buy" it off Amazon or whatever. You can save money and feel good about yourself. The rest of the store has stuff like glassware, clothing, kids stuff, and holiday decor. It's not all amazing stuff. I reckon a lot of folks donate stuff they don't care to sort through when an elderly parent finally kicks it. The employee behind the checkout counter was a little slow to bother acknowledging me, but once we were interacting, they were friendly enough and wished me a good day; seemed like they were happy I actually bought something instead of just browsing.

it was organized but cluttered at the same time, service is wonderful. i got a hozier cd there for…read morefor 2 dollars. the sections are also lakes out very nicely.

What a stunning space! This would be a lovely spot to gift shop for the fashionista or gentleman in…read moreyour life - from ties to overcoats they've got it all. And it's so beautifully showcased. We weren't looking for anything in particular, just passing through, but it was a blast to see what they had. Everything felt well maintained and curated, and easy to shop through without being cluttered. There is a try-on area and a three-sided mirror, with someone trying on a beret - just peak vintage shop vibes. The staff members were all dressed to the NINES - they are their own advertisements for what expertise they offer. Don't expect thrifting prices here - this is a higher end, curated vintage shop and prices reflect that. If you're a lover of all things vintage, you've gotta come check this out!

A perfectly nice vintage store in the same area as several others in the Northeast Neighborhood, it…read morehas mostly men's and women's clothing and accessories from the 1920's through the 1990's. This is very not my vibe, so I wasn't as interested in the items in this store, but it was very well organized, bright, and spacious. Definitely go check it out as part of your NE vintage shop loop.

I was looking for different thrift shops and stopped in. They are all about anything outdoors --…read moreskiing, snowboarding, hiking, climbing, camping. Prices were very reasonable and staff was very helpful and kind.

Used gear and consignment store!! Such a great place to find good deals to enjoy nature. We found a…read morepractically brand new tent and sleeping pad for an extremely reasonable price. You can tell that the owner is looking for high quality gear and she was incredibly helpful. If you have some unused gear from an overly ambitious Covid purchase, you should consider selling it to her. Fair negotiations. I look forward to any events and classes that might pop up in the future!!

Such interesting finds at Empty the Nest. The best part is they announce discounts for Sundays…read more Such deals! I got an amazing stained glass lampshade and brown crock. It's fun to see things from your grandparents house. Memories. Such a wide selection from lamps to books to furniture to tools to decor. Something different every time!

Great variety of stuff! Their inventory comes from clearing out houses after people move. LOTS of…read morefurniture, kitchen equipment, decor. No clothes as far as I saw. Affordable! Friendly service. Weird hours (mostly weekends?). I went on a "half off everything" day! Busy but you can get around - no carts.

This was the most amazing thrift store I have ever been to in my life. It is worth going out of…read moreyour way to go. Great prices and fantastic items. Also, Jan was a gem, such a sweetheart!

I wouldn't call Jan's a thrift store. She has such a wide variety.From baby needs ( clothes toys )…read moreto a antique spoon. In her main shop she has clothes for all sizes gender, all seasons. Bedding from quilts to sheets. Pillows throw pillows knitted blankets. She also has a variation of kitchen appliances, kitchen utensils all the way to ice skates baskets, figurines. In the back is where she keeps her furniture. The furniture can be anywhere from nowaday to antique just depending on what she has in the shop at the time. She also has bed mattresses headboards footboards lamps pictures and picture frames. I myself the shop there because you never know what she's going to have in her shop. It's always a surprise to see something that you haven't seen in years, say that old kitchen utensil that they don't make anymore that you loved to cook with, bam there it is on her shelf. I love pulling up to see all of the craft projects that range in such a variation from something that you would put in a farm home to in your brand new house that you were just looking for that one piece. That mouth drop piece that you have to have. So no Jan's is not a thrift store. Jan's, she is so much more then a store, she is a person and a very delightful person to see when you walk in that door. Happy shopping and remember to pin on your GPS.

Karen, the shop owner, has a big personality and is always fun to visit and have a chat with. She…read moreknows her stuff, has a skilled eye, and wants to help you find what you're looking for. Today I visited the new location that opened TODAY 3/3/22 (3006 Texas Ave S, St Louis Park) -- great luck!! There's plenty of parking and the space is laid out beautifully. You can really see all the items and everywhere you turn, there's something new. My mom and I like to frequent this shop to see what's new, and I think we'll come even more now that there's a new location! Be sure to follow the owners Instagram (@retrowanderlust) to keep up with any sales she has or if she has changes to her schedule. I believe she's planning on doing a bit of e-commerce, so that will be fun to see as well! We've bought some dresser drawers from RW before, and today my mom picked up a beautiful large blue tablecloth for only $28. She also bought a concrete candle for $14. I'd say pieces are priced fairly -- sturdy and unique antiques are an investment! That said, I think there's something in this store for any budget, there's a wide range of pricing. I definitely recommend going to Retro Wanderlust, and now, even better -- it's in a fun part of St Louis Park. Make a fun day of it or just go to browse the fun collection and go home. I'll be back. Thanks Karen!

The owner was friendly and sweet, but it was to cluttery for me and I did not want to pay $70 for a…read morelime green bean bag from the 70s.