I really enjoy coming to this thrift store. The staff has been friendly, and there are GREAT finds at GREAT prices! I don't like that there aren't many discount days nor do I like the fact that you can't carry your purse around if you have one. It's annoying to have to carry my phone and keys while carrying an arm full of clothes...that's why I deducted a star :) There is also an upstairs that has books, rugs, and outdoor items. It's pretty cool up there, and if you are into reading, there are a TON of books! I hope one day they lift the no purses policy. I think if they're that concerned with people shoplifting they should install some rinky dink surveillance cameras and monitor it every so often. read more

DO NOT BUT FROM HERE. I'm so mad. I spend some time going through the fabric, and found some amazing vintage pieces for like 2.99 etc. was so excited about them. But I didn't watch him bag the items. When I got home, those items were not in the bag. So upset. They were the whole reason so was excited. I even left some bags of donations. He seems like a nice guy, but that was so shady. Will never return. I have no doubt he is going to reprice those finds. If you do go... CHECK YOUR BAG. read more

Very dishonest! Cannot recommend against them more!! Pricing a damaged item one way ($12) and then telling people to come back later and then saying it's worth $800??? Ridiculous and poor service. Also the store is a mess, very dirty and impossible to sift through items. read more

Wiiiiide selection. Really good prices. I found this pair of wedges for less than $5. I bought the shoes and three other shirts and the total was $9. Much better than goodwill in my opinion. Also very nice customer service. read more

I had never been to this store before. The man running the shop was very abrasive with his vibe, he told me not to bring my dog again. I informed him it's a service dog and he said he didn't care don't bring it again. I paid for the things I bought but honestly considered just not. He said weren't you here before with this dog. I've never been to this place before. I live 200 miles from here and I'll never come back. The anger he projected at me about my 4lb dog it's disgusting. I can't stand people who hate animals. read more

Universal Thrift Store - The thrift store with rude owner - Thrift Stores Near Me - Reseda, California

Great thrift store, jam packed with everything you can think of! Great deals and great service! Parking available along Sherman Way.

I walked in, place was awfully conditioned. Saw a Wii game for $50 and instantly dipped. Noticed the owners were sitting at a table talking about values of items and reselling and stuff. This isn't a thrift store. This is a side hustling business by people who are desperate to make a quick buck. You're money is going nowhere useful shopping here. read more

Went with a friend yesterday I've shopped here on and off for abt 15 years It always amazes me the greeting certain individuals received If you are black good luck with a simple hello Anyway my friend and I went upstairs it was a book day for us After an hour and a half of sorting through books i selected 5 the prices were 49c and 99c I always stick to a budget since this store only accepts cash (IRS) ... Went to check out I notice my price at check was higher than my calculations I paid my friend paid we went home Upon review of my purchase I notice the "Owner " increased one of my books from 99 c to $2.00 Is this legal ? it is certainly not fair How greedy and dishonest the owner is read more

Universal Thrift Store - Of the owners marking up my book - Thrift Stores Near Me - Reseda, California

I liked this thrift store because has a lot of items! Be prepared to sort through a lot of stuff to find what you need! The man working at the cash register was really nice. He greeted me when I entered and asked if I needed any help. read more

Not sure what all the fuss is about the owner. Everytime we come here we are greeted nicely with no attitude or rudeness at all. Plus They have some good sales on the weekend. Yes its not perfectly clean or organized but thats the fun right?! Always available parking right in front of the store. We'll keep coming back. read more

The owner is a jerk. Not welcoming at all.Don't go here. The place is dirty. Smells. You can see dust on some of the electronics. They have better stuff and better prices down the street.Hard to access the entrance from the parking lot. You have to walk down an alley to get in from the lot. read more

The place is a gem and my favorite thrift store. I purchased a nice coat and an Escada cardigan, both of which were in beautiful condition. This place has a designer collection you have to ask the owner about if you want to see it. read more

Dirty, disorganized, and just a disaster. Maybe there are treasures in here but I felt like I was getting sick just being in there. The icing on the cake was the pictures (surveillance) of shoplifters at the exit. Don't worry, I won't be back! read more

Ridiculously HIGH, if not OVERPRICED items, not orderly, yucky in fact. When I was checking out, guy up front (not wearing a mask) immediately snatched (yes SNATCHED) a dish I picked up and said "that is wrong price, you cannot buy it!" He saw me googling the dish and assumed it was worth much more than he had it marked. It wasn't all that great anyway. I will NEVER go back to that store again! read more

Universal Thrift Store - The outside of the WORST THRIFT STORE EVER - Thrift Stores Near Me - Reseda, California

I recently went to this thrift store for the first time. It was not the most organized one I've been to, but they did have some good items there. The racks are set up in a double decker fashion, so you have to adjust to that. A few of the items seemed priced high, but I saw many that were lower than Goodwill prices. The guy that was working was very friendly. When I checked out the item was 25% and I wasn't expecting that. Parking was kind of a pain. They have signs up that say "cash only" so be ready for that. Overall, it was a good experience and I would go back. read more

A pretty cool thrift store. They are so many clothes of all kinds. From casual wear to formal wear to costumes. Everything is very organized and it makes it easy to search for treasure. The store has two floors and upstairs there are so many books. I was impressed at how immense it is, but the prices were somewhat steep for a thrift store and they also charge tax. I think I'd come back here again if I was in search for something specific that I cannot find easily anywhere. read more

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If it wasn't 50% off everything, & the fact I spent 40 minutes shopping, I would've left my items purely based off the rude attitude of the owner. I was indecisive about a couple items, to which the owner had 0 patience for. There was no wait behind me, he simply just chose to be rude. I'll spend my money elsewhere, it's already hard to find a deal within this place that is insanely unorganized. read more

I just read a review that stated they saw a bed bug on the linens. I specifically was looking for a review that mentioned bugs because I just left this store and my legs are itchy ass hell with bites on them. My husband also said he flicked a bug off of him. I'm throwing away what I bought. Hell no am I not taking the risk of bringing bed bugs or fleas home. Fumigate this place ASAP! read more

Better/great if you are not petite. Buying petite is always difficult, so no fault of the store. I did not luck out this time, but the staff was again very friendly, most customers are also friendly (guess the guy at front sets a good tone!). 50% off sale now on the first weekend (Sat-Sun) of the month! Wide range of goods from not great condition to high end designer. read more

Just dropped off a lot of bags I've been waiting to donate. Staff was very helpful and even came out to my car to help me unload. I would recommend helping this business out. And it all goes to a good cause. They even gave me a receipt read more

Universal Thrift Store - Thrift Stores Near Me - Reseda, California

I have so many mixed feelings about this place. The selection is really crummy. Their pricing scale is bizarre. I see they recently created a "vintage" section. However, just because something is considered "vintage" doesn't really mean that it should be overpriced. A moth eaten beaded 50s cardigan for $40? Seriously? Because you wrote 'vintage' all over the tag? Doesn't make it special, but I'm still laughing about it. I think they even have a rack dedicated to overpricing. Some sort of "boutique" thing. I don't get it. Most of the stuff is arranged to make walking around nearly impossible. Another store where you will find loose children running around, shrieking and unattended. And mixed with the state of disorganization? I fear for my safety at times. I'm waiting for the day I get slammed into by a tiny child goblin and get knocked into a purse avalanche. They should hand out hard hats upon entry. I did once find the most amazing 1940s hat here for $4 (probably because they had NO clue what it was) which has earned them a couple return trips from me, but I think I've hit my limit here. Solid eehhhhhh. read more

This thrift store just plain sucks. They're so set on getting top dollar for their merchandise that things sit for literally years. I saw a cheap 80s Dior sweater there in 2015, and it's STILL THERE. Just discount the freaking sweater. Then, when I was there today, I found a desk/writing pad tucked away with all their other junk in the back corner of the store. I asked the guy in front how much it was because it wasn't priced, and he said he might be able to get it priced by tomorrow at the earliest. Um, no thank you. Just put $5 on it and get it out the freaking store! But noo, because what if it's worth more and all they have to do it sit on it for 5 years to get a full $10 for it! ... I won't be back. read more

I've been going to this out-of-the-way thrift store since the mid-2000s when I believe it first opened. Back then it was fun because it's housed in an old retail space with high ceilings and has a second floor mezzanine area filled with hundreds of books on nice Metro shelving. There was a pleasant Southeast Asian guy working the register, oldies playing on the radio, and I discovered many books and authors while combing through the stacks. Probably bought a few too many Time-Life books as well! What has happened to this place over the past few years is a disgrace. To begin with, the owner vastly overprices nearly every donation and so nothing sells after months and months. Hideous "framed" posters ($40), destroyed LPs ($10), junky & malfunctioning typewriters ($150)... the list goes on. The store smells bad and is increasingly frequented by shady characters and homeless people. I was willing to overlook most of this because of the books -- but my last two trips there have been simply too disgusting. The mezzanine section is now packed to the gills with books dumped in rotting cardboard boxes all the way to the edge of the balcony. 99% of them are absolutely worthless. After digging through 200 or 300 of these you might find something decent for two bucks -- but honestly, it's such a chore, the environment so unsanitary and depressing -- I'd skip it. There are better thrift stores around Los Angeles, even if you have to pay a few dollars more to get some quality items. read more

Only been in twice but both times where a hit I found the perfect sweater to make ugly for the holidays and misc junk I need for a project... if the next visit is good then this place gets a 5. Service, cleanliness and variety is pretty good for a thrift store... I found shoes here in great condition for my giant feet going back for work pants *fingers crossed* I think this store is twice as better as their down the street competition because it's more intimate and inviting. read more

Went inside to buy a camera and they wouldn't sell it to me because they didn't know how much it was worth - when I pulled it up online he still said he wouldn't sell it because he wasn't sure of the price... it's right in front of your face buddy... Idiots. read more

I love a good thrift store and this isn't it!! Horrible Space! It's old and dingy. That isn't the part that's bad but the fact it's expensive kills me! If your going to charge more for the good stuff then clean up your store. I feel itchy after rummaging through the inexpensive woman's items in the back of the store. I felt like if I actually purchased something from this store it would come with bed bugs or some other type of critter. No thanks. read more

No me gusta. I tried having an all day "thrifting" experience.... went here and was disappointed. Perhaps I didn't spend enough time looking through alllll the racks and what not, who knows. This place is pretty big - lots and lots of clothes too! 2 story space. I suppose if I spent more time in here I might have enjoyed it, but I didn't get anything from this place. It is clean though I give it that! Parking in the back lot or street parking. read more

This spot is one of those hole in the wall thrifts that is worth raving about. I usually run into these in a rush when I have some time to spare between errand or work and my visit to this place fell into that category. I unfortunately didn't get much time to look around and tear the place apart looking for good deals, but it definitely looked like a place to find them. They had great discounts and always have sales on weekends. The abundance of stuff is why I love these second hand stores and this place has it all in that sense. If you like treasure hunting in your local thrift store or you like shopping come thru. They also are taking volunteers apparently so help the small businesses if ya have a chance. Lastly, kinda specific, but great media section. Most thrifts lack in that because that stuff is pricey but these folks don't shy away from variety and sales. Good on you universal thrift store read more

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Great staff and I always find great quality at amazing prices. I love how organized the store is. No dressing rooms, so wear clothes you can try things on over. read more

Was in the area and I love thrifting so I said why not. It is kind of cluttered but the whole point of thrifting is the journey right? The prices in my opinion weren't too bad at all-- actually better than the good will. I love the atmosphere and the staff was very kind. Maybe I'm easy to please who knows but I'll be back again. The purple tags today were 50% off clothes i don't know if that's daily or not and then on the weekends everything is 50% off. I don't care that they charge tax -- people have to make a living right? I am happy with my items I got and they didn't seem worn either. Got some great vintage Tommy Hilfiger shoes for 2.99 and that wasn't event on sale. As you can see I'm a fan and I know my way around the thrift market. read more

I don't know who is in charge to price the stuff there. They find things from garbage and sale those to people for a very unfair price. I just saw the owner on Sunday, he was so rude and his behavior was to fucking bad as well. Do not recommend it at all. read more

I caution you to pay close attention to the prices, as they are astronomically high. I'd be interested to know if everything is donated,because this guys prices are higher than Goodwill! The owner is rude and argues with customers, I personally witnessed him do this with three different ones while standing in line. I would have given this establishment a -0 if it were an option! Be warned! read more

I ALWAYS hit this Thrift Store after I go to " Rescue Mission Alliance " (http://www.yelp.com/biz/rescue-mission-alliance-reseda#hrid:ek-Y10tUkYIrr0gZDU3jwg) And I ALWAYS walk out with something. It's not the cleanest or biggest Thrift Store I've been to but has the best things for cheap. I recently went this past weekend and I found 2 American Apparel dresses which were about $3 dollars a piece, a pair of True Religion shorts for $8 dollars and a green plain jacket for $1 dollar! YEAH super cheap. You have to legit look thru every single thing, hanger after hanger and I promise you will find something, It smells a bit weird like stale in here, but don't let that discourage you. The staff is really helpful and nice which is always pleasant. read more

Wish I could give negative stars. It's pretty offensive to ask someone to check her purse at the door and then she walks around and sees people with Huge and expensive purses not being asked to check their bag. Aside from that, everything is way overpriced for being a thrift store. A kilt I saw was $50! I'd rather go to Jet Rag or a vintage spot. If you want to waste your time, stare at a flushing toilet instead. read more

Are you kidding?? I got me some nice brand new jeans for $5, (I don't know why they were donated to begin with) I got me 3 blouses from banana rep (almost brand new) I got 2 dresses, one MK and one umm I forgot the brand) but anyways, the experience was great the staff is awesome. Staff is so nice and willing to help. It is clean, organized, cheap, great variety of antiques and books, lotsa lotsa clothes. You must not be on a rush when you come here tho. You must spend some TIME, by that I mean I spent like 3 hours looking hanger by hanger. Great experience! I recommend! read more

This place is 2-stories, and the 2nd story has like 10,000 books! I was only in town for a little while, but, I certainly need to come back and take some photos of this place. I bought a Latin language textbook as well as a French language textbook--for like $3 total. The staff was cool. They closed at 8PM, but they let us wander around until like 8:15 without issue. A great place! read more

Been here 3 times. Every time the owner is there imight as well leave. Today he straight up said I need to check my PURSE in to the counter to shop. Oh hell no, you can maybe ask that of backpacks but of purses?? Almost every woman has a purse! And who would even want to steal from a dirty thrift shop?? Jeez. Another time I walked in with my uncle and the door was wide open and people were shopping and the owner shouted at us that they were closed! Then close the damn door!!! One time I went there and was helped by a younger guy who was nice and helped us but a nice but overpriced tie. The owner is rude and seriously smells horrible.... Not coming back read more

BEST THRIFT I EVER SAW. HALF PRICE SALE last weekend of every month is when I go get paperbacks. MEZZAINE is a big used book store a rara avis these days. All of 'em have closed. Bring a flash light or miner's headlight when u go upstairs to see books. Dim in there. GOODWILL has paperbacks a t a flat 4$ price. Here, penny prices for paperbacks. Daniel Silva. Louis L'amour, Lee Child, Grisham..Baldacci, the good guys. read more

Two stars two reasons. smallest selection of men's clothing. Of course like all thrift stores, there's bound to be something your going to like, that's automatic. So forget that being a good thing. They needa bump up their selection. Secondly, they don't accept American express, and that's not cool just cuz it's not cool , haha I don't like spending cash only, and yeah just take all plastic please. Big shit. read more

Universal Thrift Store is somewhat clean but very cluttered and disorganized inside. The shop owner is not friendly and very gruff when asking any questions; he really does not want to be bothered. read more