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.

Holy vintage stuff! I spent a whole afternoon searching thru this store. Lots of good vendors with…read moregood pricing. Walked down memory lane and found lots of great items. Perfect way to spend a rainy afternoon. The employees were friendly and had a good attitudes. I will be back.

First timer here ! I like to to antiquing with my dad so I brought him along with me today …read more Amazinggg selection of antiques . Wow ! I I scored an awesome 50's leather clutch and some fun earrings . This review is really for the staff . Thank you for showing kindness to my father! He had asked to use the bathroom at one of the neighbor places , they told him no . This place was nice enough to let my dad use their bathroom . He just wasn't paying attention when they told him where it was . Thank you to the employee who showed kindness and walked him to where it was. Such a nice simple thing to do but it made me really happy to support a business that believes in kindness . Many thanks !

Hamel is becoming the antique reuse capital of the Western burbs!…read more This is the third or fourth shop that's popped up in an old home on the Main Street. This spot has more antiques and home decor items. Furniture, decorations, glasses, dishes, and all sorts of goodness for your home. I found two amazing ceramic fish planters here. Plus some old metal trays. Most items are rather expensive, but the items are in excellent condition. It's always fun to walk through and see what treasures you can find. Now with three stores on one street you have quite the variety to peruse. Come make a day of it. Explore the park behind them. Find a hole in the wall spot for lunch. It's a fun day of nostalgia. Plus the Minnesota's smallest library is a block away!

Great Taco options. My niece wanted to go and I had no idea what to expect…read more Was not disappointed

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.

An amazing end to a long day!…read more What a great vintage stop, it had everything I loved and the prices were reasonable! Visiting this hidden gem was not on the plan for the day but just worked out that way, I LOVE LOVE a good vintage haunt, and good golly, this is it. If you go Gollum over your vintage, you best git yer bottom through that door naw ya' her'?!

This place is a hidden gem! If you like to browse vintage items, look no further! Prices are fair…read moreand varies from vendors since so many are set up under one roof. The staff was very helpful and nice and there was no pressure while browsing which I enjoyed so much. Intended to only for a little bit but ended up spending hours! Went during Halloween day so it was extra festive and plenty of candy bowls were spread out which was an extra special experience as well. I can't wait to go back!

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.

The curated vintage selection is great here! The two owners are also wonderful and kind. They let…read moreme look at all the jewelry behind the counter, and I'm very picky about the pieces I add to my collection. I went home with a vintage heart locket that was worth the price and my new staple piece I wear every day! I usually find that vintage stores can really increase pricing just for the allure of vintage items but I found most things to be reasonably priced. They have such a wide variety of items that I could spend hours looking around. It's really a hidden gem. One thing to note is that there is a large collection of racist caricatures/black face dolls and figurines. It's pretty uncomfortable to look at. After another reviewer pointed it out, it reminded me to include that in my review. I don't think they should be included in the selection, regardless of its appeal for "collectors."

Really cool store that my husband of course found. I never find anything that cool. He ran across…read morethis place searching for yet another old something or other. I had the day off and we decided to venture out looking for some Christmas gifts. Really cute place. Old and nostalgic and they carry a lot of things. There are about 18 different vendors. If you want Vinyl, this is the place to go. I am not a vinyl person, but our friend is and this trip out here was to him. Found some great albums and took a stroll down memory lane with a lot of the old items on display. The two women working there are lovely and so helpful. There is an entire room full of vinyl. I think it's called the fault and then there are also records through out. Great store and a great find!! Be sure to stop in.

I was in the area after picking up something on marketplace. There are 3 rooms here. The first room…read moreis literally clothes, jewelry, shoes. Room 2 has books and home decor. A third smaller room had kitchen stuff, kids toys, etc. This week everything but winter coats was 30% off. This is more of a boutique thrift store. Obviously upper crust people donate as there was a $700 glass vase. The prices are a little on the high end for clothes. I found a cute floral jacket for $7 and army shorts for $7. Today I saved 30%. They do have bathrooms in the hall and fitting rooms. The cashiers were nice and friendly. Recommend as it was super clean and did not smell like regular thrift stores. [24]

Service is awesome & the selections are quality & continuous rotation of merchandise & the value is…read morealways a deal. Great staff & they also have really great sales often. I recommend getting on their mailing list. They also have a point system & can redeem points on your next purchase.

This place was small but super cute! Perfect place for those who have a more colorful style. I just…read moredon't so that's why I took off a star and another for being on the pricier side of second hand. I found a super cute jean jacket but didn't wanna pay $75 for it

Adore this shop! Great selection, lovely owner/operator. Super great aesthetic and reasonable…read moreprices for such fantastic pieces. Size inclusive too!

What a trip! This shop is SO fun to walk around. I can't believe I haven't been in yet!…read more When you walk in, you'll be greeted by big taxidermied heads and gothic oddities from floor to ceiling. Truly, on this one I'll let the photos do the talking. There's so much to uncover here, many of which are a bit too spooky for my home decor but a blast to walk through! I didn't get anything, but my favorite items were the butterfly displays and the bug displays that had them in little mini vignettes like reading a book, smoking a cigarette, etc. hahah they were so darling and clever. Prices are steep but probably reasonable considering the uniqueness of everything here. If you're looking for a holiday gift for that quirky pal, come here! And even if you're not...you're gonna want to see this place.

I mean, what can you say about this place other than : awesome…read more a lot of taxidermy in here, but also a slew of other oddities you never knew you wanted. I could spend hours in here just looking and discovering things. This is really a place you need to see to believe. And take your time because there is something cool to see in every nook and crany. Need a stuff moose head? some old research beakers and such? A tiny puffer fish with googly eyes? A Jesus with a blond wig? Porcupine quills perhaps? A stuffed dancing goat wearing a tutu? Vintage photos? Assorted bones? Well, you can find it here. The staff is very friendly and more than happy to answer any questions you may have. They even know the exact origin of many of the items in the store.