I'm glad to see that everyone else has already made all the possible bad sexual puns in their reviews of Spartacus - that should save me some typing. I was skeptical when I first walked into this store, as the first products I saw just looked like cheap-ass stripper gear. But given that my BF had just been shopping in here and raved about it, I kept my mind open. You can probably really just skip all the skanky clothes up front and head directly to the backroom, where all the Good Stuff is stocked. Yes, they have the ubiquitous products trying to make a buck off the Fifty Shades of Grey phenomenon, but there's also serious sexy and kinky goods back there. The prices are pretty reasonable, too. I still sometimes prefer to just buy my toys from Amazon, but there are some things that you really want to see and touch in person before buying. For that, Spartacus is your place. The staff are helpful and friendly, but not overly so. And they have a stamp-card, and if you buy a certain amount ($100, I think?) You get $20 off your next purchase. Score. read more

First time there and very disappointing experience. The girl with the shaved head was rude, not helpful and completely ruined our experience. I won't be back. read more

You know what I like in a sex shop? Cleanliness, good lighting, and cool staff. Spartacus has all these things in spades. They're a bit on the pricey side and sometimes don't have as great a stock as they should (you're out of Hitachi Magic Wands? Seriously?) but they manage to be non-skanky and they do carry a nice array of fetish supplies. It's not the best sex shop I've been to, but it's okay. You should find what you're looking for here. read more

Kind of a disappointment. The front is loaded with women's lingerie and cute outfits, but upon looking at the prices we really didn't find much we were interested in. The back room has got a good selection of high end toys and BDSM stuff, so if that's you're thing it's worth checking out. Ultimately though, we just didn't find much and hit Fascinations, which proved to have a selection of things more in line as far as what we were looking for. read more

I am an exotic dancer, and I have gone to plenty of shops in search of lingerie and good shoes. Spartacus has never failed me. It's close to my work, and I have forgotten my heels enough times to know that Spartacus will always have something to match whatever I have in my bag. Plus, they have a great dancer discount! The employees are super friendly, and always ready to help you find what you need. If you're looking for a great costume this Halloween, they have a huge selection. I recommend Spartacus for any dancer or someone who wants to have a little naughty fun. read more

This is one of the best sex shops in Portland. Although they have a limited selection of toys, they have a large selection of specialty clothing and lingerie. I'd say Spartacus ranks right up there with SheBop, and I'd recommend it before sending someone to Fantasy. read more

Went in today to evaluate one and make another purchase. The staff are indeed amicable but can be woefully naïve about their stock. I described one item to a staff member (Referring to the item in the next room and she told me they had nothing like it). Was shocked when the price was triple what seemed reasonable. The lube at $20. is ludicrously overpriced at $17. Making the three dollar "I won't come back to Spartacus" tax that much more painful. For most of the stuff they're selling, Fantasy Warehouse just 4 blocks away, has MUCH savvier staff (Learned a LOT more about stuff @ Fantasy). Prices are a bit lower, professionalism is much higher, and you don't feel like yer being constantly monitored for shoplifting. Oh, and they're open 24 hours (The booths are gone). If yer goin to Spartacus for leather. Speak to a savvy leather enthusiast. Not many PDX ventures feel "Small town." Go to a major city or catalog. the price will be the same and the finish superior. Play as safely as you can. JP read more

Spartacus has a satisfying selection of corsets and lingerie. My poor broke self couldn't afford much, but I was able to spend a diverting half hour or so browsing the body stockings with my husband before finally picking two. The back room has a number of toys and lubes, tastefully displayed. My only real complaint is that many of the vibrators weren't charged/plugged in, so I wasn't able to test out any of the models that caught my eye. There was also a respectable amount of plus-size lingerie, and a lot of variety in costume pieces for dancers/drag queens/drag kings. read more

Great Lingerie and noveltie store. Amazing non-judgmental staff. On my birthday staff was fun enough to participate in a scavenger hunt my wonderful girlfriend orchestrated. Certainly set up fir an amazing evening. read more

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I have never been treated so rude. Walked in and was told " this place is for serious customers only" by the male worker. I was was going to purchase an outfit for tonight as well as I have purchased from here is the past many times. I WILL NEVER BUY anything from here again thanks to this experience. Good job douce bag! read more

I had to come because I've bought a couple Spartacus products before. The store has a surprisingly large section of women's lingerie. I came for the toys and Spartacus products. The toy selection is pretty vast, Spartacus specializes in small leather and accessories so don't expect big full leather products. I ended up getting some men's underwear, they had some unique looking erotic men's wear. Friendly staff and I could recommend it to anyone. read more

A year ago my rating would have higher. The store has been changed a lot. Used to be a nice mix of inexpensive and expensive clothing, and some nice high end toys. Now, it is mostly clothes. The nice toys are gone, and replaced by cheap novelty type stuff. Difficult to find a place that sells nice toys. Not a bad store, but I liked it better before the change. read more

They have an awesome selection of everything. There clothes section is great for both men and women. The staff is always really friendly and willing to help and or answer questions. I would recommend it for everyone. read more

I'm giving this 4 just because this is a place that has some things you won't be able to find anywhere else in town or in a convenient location. As others have said, this is primarily a fetish shop but not limited to that. They are rather pricey, but again some of those items are hard to find elsewhere (but things which aren't are still pricey). The store feels safe and well-lit, and the staff is really nice and I've had some actually tell me to not bother spending money on something, then telling me a cheaper way to go, which I always appreciate. The stock is somewhat limited, and I feel they'd be well served to expand stock and their adult/fetish section into the front of the store, though this would cause far fewer to come in for a lingerie browsing I'm sure. All in all, I'd go there if you need something you can't find somewhere else, or to just browse around to find that something you can't find elsewhere. read more

Great selection and best service industry discount in town.

Reading prior reviews, I don't think Spartacus has been given credit for being in the same location and operating for 25 years now in PDX. If you are from PDX you know that it is somewhat of an icon on Burnside. It has really evolved into a boutique style store and as other reviewers stated, it is not Fantasy or Castle. But that is why I like it. They have re-done the layout of the store, so it is much easier to browse items. I don't think their prices are expensive but competitive. Anything BDSM related to leather, is going to be expensive because it is leather. The clothing and shoes are very current. They have these feathered lingerie items that are very unique. Also they carry Uberlube, which is a high quality lube, mostly known in the sport industry for now, but I think they are on to something. My brother in law uses it for chaffing when riding his motorcycle during his 4-5 hour races. Great product. I would recommend stopping in if you want something different. They do a wonderful job of moving stock so when I stroll by every few months or so, it is always fresh. read more

This place has a little of everything for anyone who make walk into the doors, sexual aids (Yes toys people), clothing corsets teddys etc...., a few wigs, some funky colored makeup, lube, porn.....and devil duckies......THEY HAVE DEVIL DUCKIES lol... or at least they did when I was there last lol. I have bought many corsets/ bustiers here and one thing I have to say is just be mindful of what you buy. for some of it is cheaply made and will fall apart the first or second time you wear it and some of it will last for years to come.... just watch what you buy and you should be fine. did I mention they had Devil duckies??? for those of you that dont know what they are...they are tiny little rubber ducks with horns.... they are different colors and styles lol. read more

I only have wonderful things to say about Spartacus. Not only do they have an incredible selection to shop from, they are extremely educated, patient, and helpful in assisting w shopping. Hoku is passionate about her job and helped me weed through a selection of toys to find the perfect, most reliable toy for me. The store is fun for costume shopping, and has larger sizes to meet a variety of needs. Hands down, one of my favorite shops in Portland. read more

The service was phenomenal and the staff were very attentive and friendly. There was a wide variety of toys and they have both petite and plus sizes. I didn't give it 5 stars simply because when I found two items I liked, the store only had 1 size of each currently in stock - and of course it was the wrong size. It seemed they had plenty of large sizes and tiny sizes but didn't purchase enough of the more medium sizes. The inventory could be manged better and I would have bought more! read more

Man, I love this place! They have really high-end lingerie, awesome vibrators, and tons of other toys. I have a huge list of things that I want now! It's not anymore spendy than other high end stores I've visited, and the staff was super friendly and approachable. There was a big Southern boy on staff that was incredibly knowledgeable, super helpful, and really creative. I can use that for that?? I never knew! Thanks! read more

Nice selection of shoes and hosiery. I heard about this store from some friends and it lived up to the expectations. The location is in a busy area, so you may want to park somewhere else and walk to the store. Also, this store is pricey. read more

This store has an excellent selection. Good place to find cheap lingerie and other accessory type items. The staff are always helpful and friendly. And sometimes they even have good sales :) read more

I came in here looking for a good lotion for a sensual massage.me and my boyfriend needed a little spice in our lives!we found the perfect couples lotion.we also scored a sexy outfit on sale.pink and black striped looks almost like a sailors suit?it was on sale so we couldn't say no.they have so many outfits for your play times and for all your fantasies.great spot if you and your beau need a little stimulating!thank you Spartacus. read more

Really nice store! The employees are nice... They let you do your errands and are ready to answer to your questions. Ton of outfits for women AND men. A nice sex toys and BSM area. And the price seemed reasonable. The best sexshops in downtown. I'll definitely come back.... read more

Can't believe I'm writing this, but hey if you're reading it, you're just as much of a weirdo as I am. I had an absolutely fantastic experience here. It took me 15 minutes to walk around the block before I could muster the courage to come in here, but it was so worth it. This isn't your walmart of sex shops, the selection is on the smaller side, but curated. There is a spread of mens clothing as well, and all of the dirty stuff is in the back, phew. However, my favorite part of my shopping experience was the staff. I was greeted in a super friendly, welcoming manner, and the gentleman who helped me was patient, funny, attentive, and gave me space when I needed it. He was also impeccably dressed. When he walked me through the lube section, he was more like a perfumer at Jo Malone, going through ingredients, safety, and even taste...except instead of making you smell nice, these little vials help you accomodate large penii. With the help of another sales associate, I discovered and fell in love with the Maison Close line, which I had never even heard of prior to visiting Spartacus. Gorgeous, French lingerie at affordable prices? Suck it La Perla. As I got to know the lovely gentleman better, I learned he was married to a woman. Seems like a minor detail, but I have to say, this was more fun and WAY less creepy than when I bought my car, went to Home Depot, bought gum at a convenience store, etc...It was also nice to hear a man's perspective as well as a couple's point of view. And to top it all off, as he was ringing me up, he let me know that Spartacus started off as a leather company, so their in house leather products carry a lifetime guarantee. Discipline your partner with peace of mind, y'all. I don't know if the SAs are on commission or not, but my level of service was on par with Nordstrom. Also, they had a wide variety of frisky music playing. Pro. Now go make eye contact with your dog while it takes a shit, you weird fuck. read more

Very nice associate, however, I will not be going back due to extremely poor management and customers service on his(the managers) behalf. If you're going to shop here, go when he's not working! read more

NOT WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE. The staff ignored my struggles to enter the store, and the lower section only has stairs. Used to love this store, but apparently handicapped people aren't allowed to have sex lives. read more

Great store. Friendly and very helpful staff in the backroom. My girlfriend and I were tentative and unsure of what toys might be best for us. We went there on two occasions and both times came away with a purchase that turned out to be exactly what we wanted. Appreciate the good advice by folks who understand the trade! Also, very clean, well lighted store. No weirdos either. read more

I shopped for a pair of leather shorts today, 4/25/15. I bought a pair of medium shorts for $95.00. I brought them home and the waist size turned out to be a small 28". I called to see if I could exchange them for a larger size and was told no. I realize all sales are final, but this was a total waste of my money. I have been a customer for many years, but will not be back. Thanks for the loyalty and the waste of money. read more

I went into Spartacus recently and noticed a lot of changes! The store has club wear, lots of choices for hosiery, lingerie and accessories. There were some plus size choices which I was happy with. Lots of eyelashes and accessories too! The over 18 area was fully stocked with everything you might need from fetish items to toys, lubes and so many fun things!! The staff was helpful and knowledgeable. I really enjoyed going to Spartacus and whenever I go out people ask me where I got my colored fishnet or silver hot pants! Spartacus! read more

Its a really shitty business practice to sell sex toys that have been opened and handled. I just bought a fleshlight and when I got home, found that the package had been ripped open and then sealed back up by Spartacus with packaging tape. I could see through the package window that the toy cap had been removed, which leads me to believe that the part of the toy that touches the genitals had been fondled when it was open. Gross. The sales representative on the phone told me that it is their policy not to offer returns or exchanges after the item leaves the store, regardless that it was 20 mins after the purchase time, besides, he said that ALL of the fleshlight boxes in the store had been opened, so I would not have even been interested in an exchange. This is plainly unsanitary. My previous experiences with Spartacus have been positive, but this will be the last time I patron this store. If you are looking for quality/selection, visit SheBop or Fantasy instead! read more

"Disappointed" isn't even the word to describe how I felt exactly after leaving this shop. Like many others, I have worked several jobs involving customer service and can attest to bad experiences with strangers but literally shit talking customers after them leaving in the presence of other customers definitely doesn't make anyone comfortable. Not only that, apparently needing a fitting room is too much to ask for. Already, my boyfriend and I felt uncomfortable and definitely didn't feel helped with anything but we still decided to try on another outfit. After the girl who only stayed behind the counter was done trash talking the previous customer, she decided to go to the break room complaining of feeling sick. I asked to try on the garment but was informed by another employee of not being able to due to the possibility of stretching the fabric out. I understand the rule of latex being stretched but that outfit was definitely not latex. I'm also not a large person SO perhaps the employee made a mistake and thought it was latex or simply didn't want to bother getting a dressing room for me. Two stars is fairly generous considering this experience and I am not saying I'm a know-it-all but I 100% did not feel good in this shop and am always fairly upset with the size choices always being super large, small or ...smaller and those employees only made me and my boyfriend end up not purchasing anything and wanting to leave, which we ended up doing. Spartacus is by far the worst shop I have been to that "accommodates" the sex positive lifestyle. read more