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    Upper Eastside Thrift Shop

    4.4 (30 reviews)
    Closed • 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    My new alternative to Goodwill. They accept donations.  05/08/23
    Marianne W.

    Upper East Side Thrift Store is a pleasant alternative to Housing Works and Goodwill. The customer service is excellent and the store is clean. The hours are very convenient and they will take donations! I do have to load up my shopping cart and it's a longer walk to donate. I'm glad that I have this alternate location since my Goodwill Store is supposed to be closing. I'm recommending.

    Anastasia A.

    Always find something cool and special, great prices. They put new stuff all day long so always something new. Definitely worth checking

    Markie M.

    If bargain hunting is your guilty pleasure (like it is for me), then this place must be on your list. Their selection always changes with plenty of interesting stuff at cheap prices!

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    Kat P.

    They have everything at great prices! From books to clothes to house hold items, it is the new best thrift store on the upper east side. Goodwill who? Housing works what? Nahhhh, UES Thrift Shop is superior to them. Great service and welcoming too. Nice to see this new addition to the neighborhood.

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    Ben W.

    What a great find on the upper east side. In a time when every business is a smoke shop, this awesome store is a breath of fresh air. They have some wonderful finds! Clothes and jewelry, toys, and some name brand wearables. Well worth the visit from downtown to get some finds that will definitely be scooped up in the village. Also I found out the owner is Ukrainian after seeing the "stand with Ukraine" sign in the window. Great to shop local, and support a new business uptown.

    Love the store. Best prices and amazing quality. I found here really amazing pieces. Definitely worth it.

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    Very good selection and good prices. They have mens women's and also video and tech items

    Very nice cosy thrift shop, which just opened, today I believe. There you can find amazing stuff, bring donations. I was able to find almost new Gucci watch and very beautiful cloths. I am totally amazed and will be back definitely. ​

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    6 months ago

    Good spot to drop off household items including books. If you hate to just throw things out this is a good solution.

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    3 years ago

    Love this UES Thrift Shop. I like it even more now since they opened a 2nd shop on 2nd ave. Some great finds and a friendly staff!

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    Small but perfectly arranged. Couldn't find a winter coat in my size, but rarely do. Staff were more than helpful

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    Helpful and friendly staff! Stopped by one day to check it out and I did not leave disappointed! Would definitely come back

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    Ask the Community - Upper Eastside Thrift Shop

    Is this a not for profit business and if so where do the proceeds from donation go?

    Good morning! We sent proceeds to orphanages in Ukraine if you need more info about this you can stop by our location and get more information about this ask for Anna ! Enjoy your day.

    Do they accept donations?

    We expect all your donations

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    Review Highlights - Upper Eastside Thrift Shop

    “The UES Thrift Shop has a large variety of nice things both clothing and decor.”

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