This is actually a liquidation/thrift store. A huge stock of new items that didn't sell in their retail environment probably bought for pennies on the dollar then only slightly reduced for the public. It's a nice business if you can store the overhead and the product moves. This store boasts a clean environment with a homey atmosphere. One fellow walked the building just cleaning windows and bathrooms. There's a big yelpstar. Not overly friendly here and they don't really know where to find anything. No matter. One of the attractions of thrift shopping is the hunt. Bad news last. It's pricier than it should be and many of the (gently used) donated items can be purchased cheaper-brand new at the local box stores. Yes, it's for charity, however, you're better off making a charitable contribution to the organization then buying items New, down the road. 06/24 read more

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This seems like the forgotten stepchild in the Ohio Thrift store family. It's hidden back from the street near the abandoned Eastland Mall. I can't remember what used to be at that same location years before, when the mall was open. Maybe another thrift store? The store itself is very bright and fairly large. It's like other Ohio Thrifts, so it has some closeout (expired?) food and some health and beauty items. The prices are high, and some items are well picked-over. But, you can find some deals on occasion. They have 3 discount colors each week and a rewards program to earn coupons. More close outs are in the clothing area (Kohls brands, etc) and lately, a lot of linen items such as sheets, duvets, towels, etc. This is also a good place to buy cards, party supplies and decorations. The checkout counter looked like it was being re-done and there were a few specialty items off to the side. Overall, a decent store and I'd visit again. read more

Ohio Thrift - Fairly well organized book selection at Ohio Thrift's Refugee Rd store. - Thrift Stores Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Here is the email I wrote in to the company's website: Dear Ohio Thrift: After spending a couple hours in your Refugee Rd. store making my selections, I was told by the store manager that she couldn't sell me two important items (most likely totaling a cool $3.00) because they had no price tags, and after 4 p.m., she had no one to price them. After asking to talk to the store manager, this unreasonable lady told me she was the store manager, but she couldn't price them. She explained that she had to follow store policy. Obviously no reputable retail business would risk ticking off a paying customer IN THE MIDDLE OF A $56 SALE, but apparently you have no problem doing it, and going without my future patronage in the process. I politely reminded this individual that there are signs up everywhere for your other policies, why not this one? She had no response. I explained my numerous shopping trips to a dozen of your other locations, all with several items your staff stupidly didn't price, and they were ALL sold to me, just fine, without problem or exception. Again, the 'store manager' outlined the same 'policy' as before. I'm not an idiot. For-profit businesses do not refuse to sell salesfloor merchandise to lucrative customers, and I can only assume that you, she, or you both enjoy going without success. See, I love china and have been collecting numerous pieces lately. I took a few moments to add up my Ohio Thrift purchases over the last month, and they total well over $1,000. I had no plans to stop, but now Ohio Thrift will see neither me nor my lucrative patronage ever again. I calmly and openly affirmed her position and that she was in charge, yet for some reason she didn't see fit to thank me for my FIFTY-SIX DOLLAR SALE, nor wish me a good evening, even after I audibly thanked her and her cashier, and said good night. I hope your asinine anti-customer, childish hate policy was worth it, AS I DON'T GET TREATED LIKE S**T BY A MILDLY-RETARDED THRIFT STORE MANAGER MORE THAN ONCE. Have a nice day. read more

asked for a fitting room very politely and patiently as i was standing near the fitting rooms the male worker who began to lecture me on how i should have rang the bell for assistance. not sure what his issue was considering i was not even rude or rushing anyone for a fitting room all i said was "may i have a fitting room?" and then stood their quietly until a door was opened for me, but he just kept going on and on about how i should have rang some bell for assistance. Not sure why I was not allowed to ask for a fitting room and had to ring a bell? either way will not be coming back here because the workers are always very weird and rude. It was an uncomfortable interaction all around and he definitely shouldn't be working there he's on some male power trip. read more

I shop many thrift stores, this particular one for starters is way overpriced. Used clothing, with holes or stains for $30-50...am I even at a thrift store? Also it's extremely uncomfortable shopping there, it seems like management likes to follow around people or watch you from the next isle over. The lady manager has denied my purchases a couple times because she says mistakes were made on the pricing and she then will mark up the item, extremely unprofessional. I have not had any kind of issues at other stores regarding that matter! I do not recommend this specific store, there are much better places with cheaper pricing and nicer staff such as Salvation Army near eastland mall. Go there instead! I am not one to leave reviews but I feel like people need to be aware if you're looking for cheap clothing/friendly staff (specifically the lady manager) this is NOT the store for you!!!! read more

Very organized, by size, color, items, but prices are higher than other thrift stores.

The management really treats the rest of the staff like garbage. Every time I shop there I always see one of the older employees (I'm assuming they're managers) yelling at the younger employees for the stupidest reasons with absolutely no shame in front of customers. read more

They worst customer service I think I've ever received,The store was a mess,Two if the employees left the cash register and weren't even paying attention to customers. read more

I usually enjoy thrift store shopping, but when I go to this location I feel very uncomfortable taking my time to shop. The staff is constantly lurking around the corner and following you throughout the store. I can understand if you perform a casual walk around, but the staff makes you feel like you are a criminal and there to steal instead items for sale. If you are going to stare or follow people around at least engage the customer. A simple "hello" goes a long way or even ask "is there anything in particular you are shopping for?" I feel uncomfortable the several times I decided to go this location and I share my experiences with friends and family on social media. This location will no longer receive my money and support. read more

This is the most organized thrift stores I've ever seen! I've been going to this location for years and have always found a lot of quality clothes and some fun items too. The clothes are organized by size AND color so you don't have to dig through every single item to find something in your size. It's amazing to me, and I appreciate that kind of attention to detail! read more

4 out of 5 staff did NOT have there masks on. They were very rude, nasty attitudes, and this place just looks dirty. The lady asked us to put a mask on which I would have, however the workers insisting on us putting them on didn't have theirs on. read more

This store is clean, well organized and has many upscale brands. I always find a treasure in here! The staff is helpful and keep the store well stocked. read more