UPDATED: I couldn’t take my mind off the piece I had found and went back today… I had a totally amazing experience. The piece was back in the booth and still had no price. I didn’t see the rude, young man today, so I went to ask and the gentleman at the register. He was so nice, immediately called the vendor, and got the price. He apologized multiple times and was very friendly about the whole situation. It’s crazy how 1 employee can completely change your shopping experience!
Worst experience in an antique mall…. Found the cutest piece of Pyrex. Took it to the register and there was no price on the little tag… The guy with long, blonde hair was like we can’t sell it. Didn’t try and contact the owner of the booth or anything. Then just had a TERRIBLE attitude the entire time. Practically threw my change and receipt at me. Will NEVER shop here again.
a treasure trove with trinkets around every corner. many smaller items and glassware, lamps, books, art, and memorabilia, with some clothing and some furniture. the staff was wonderfully kind. definitely worth a walk through to find something special!
Mostly filthy, musty, rat dropping filled, broken and over priced stuff. Today there were alot of people walking around but no one was buying anything. Overheard more than 1 person say how overpriced their crap was. The rat droppings grossed me out but the fact that these "antiques" were so dusty tells me their prices are the main problem. Nothing has moved in years.
The mall itself is huge, they have a ton of vendors. Most of them have glassware, porcelain and the such with some more niche vendors scattered about. That being said each time I go in I am greeted with silence and dirty looks from staff, customer service is not on the menu here for any price. Is that the most important aspect, no. Does it make one apt to come back and spend more money, yes definitely.
This was my second visit here and I will not be returning. My first experience here was very pleasant and I found some great pieces. This time, however, left a lot to be desired. Not a single person behind the register spoke to me when I entered the store or when I went to purchase my items. I should have left when not one of the 4 people said anything when i placed my items on the counter, but my against my better judgment I still made the purchase. I was also told to put my basket back as if I were a servant instead of a customer. They do have great merchandise, but it's not worth the way i felt leaving the store.
If you're looking for new plastic crap from IKEA, or for a clean showroom with stark displays of trendy furnishings, move along. But if you enjoy "junking" and urban excavating and digging for treasure, this is the place. Is there a lot of junk? You bet. But there are some real buried jewels, too. Came away with a carload of treasures today, and was lucky enough to encounter one of the vendors who took me on a guided tour of all his booths. Discounts abound and offers are entertained.
I’ve gone by 3 times already and definitely recommend this store, since it’s a variety of nice and beautiful vintage equipment, electronics, books, toys etc… And some very cool Coke bottles I know my mom would like. Great experience that I’m so pleased with. Only con is it can get pretty toasty in there!
I was looking for a window last May. The sweet lady helped me find a perfect size. I looked around inside at several booths while there. The feeling I felt was magical. I am taking my twin daughters back this weekend to "explore" I feel a pull to this place. We can't wait! ~ Blythe Lewis
Drove over an hour to come check this place out to find out that there is no air conditioning. It's over 100 degrees today so it was absolutely miserable inside. They do have a lot though so I plan to come back once it cools down.
Hot & cluttered. It was a VERY hot day and this is an old building but those fans didn't help at all but circulate more hot air. I could barely breathe. Although I probably stayed longer than I should have, I did find a treasure. Another thing I did notice - the guys behind the counter were too relaxed (as in barefoot up on the counter, on their phones not entirely helpful) not professional at all.
One of my favorite places in the area to go antiquing. Though it is PACKED full of things, it’s very easy to get around. There’s so much to see. Don’t forget to look around on the second floor! The staff are also very friendly and funny.
This was our first time here, and we enjoyed browsing. There was lots to see, and we came away with a few items. It's a good-sized building, too. The only thing that would have made it even better would have been a cleaner and clutter-free environment. Some of it looked like a teenager's room. I'm not too crazy about stepping over things and being unable to access items. It's Definitely worth a trip.
Lots of nooks and crannies to explore. Some booths have great prices..others are wayyy overpriced. Several items have been there awhile because the tags are so old and faded. Definitely worth the trip!
A good place to spend a whole or about 20 min depending on your interest. Not a lot of furniture, but a few nice pieces, but a lot of knickknacks and clothes. Not really our thing. Alrhough there were a few things that made us smile that reminded us of grandma or our childhood.
One of my favorites. The mall is split into an upstairs and downstairs. Aisles are fairly wide though individual booths can be quite narrow. Upstairs is unfortunately accessible only by stairs so not wheelchair friendly. Keep an eye out for tags on booths advertising sales because they're often extremely good. Booth owners are frequently in the mall and more than happy to negotiate on items. Workers are likewise super nice and super helpful and will gladly answer any and all questions they can.
This is a gem! Almost three full levels (stories) of epicness. If you can think of it, it’s there. So many things to browse and buy. I love that I just drove by one day and decided to stop in. Must must must wear a mask to enter. Clean bathrooms with reminders to wash those hands. From raggedy Ann and Andy to Harry Potter to the best old records! Go in and shop but get there early because you will get lost in time!
Literally the best place to find the most unique and interesting finds. I cannot stress enough how much you need to visit this place. The atmosphere, the staff, the seemingly endless collection of items bound to keep your attention and return business. Never a minute wasted here.
This is a fun place to go picking. The prices are pretty reasonable, the inventory is eclectic, and there is a lot to see. For example, on my last visit, I found a blues CD that I had been looking for, a book about Samurai sword strategy, and a toy Alfa Romeo Alfetta GT.
So you might say, what the heck is an Alfetta GT? Exactly my point. If this place had a nice toy model of a fairly obscure cool car from my childhood, chances are they have something that you will like too.
There are two parking areas, a small lot by the entrance and a much larger one beyond the pass through between the buildings. Even when it has been busy there, I've never had trouble parking. There is no a/c there, so in the spring and summertime, even with the fans, it can be warm, dress accordingly. Fall and winter are quite comfortable, and it's easy to spend a long time (and a lot of money) wandering around. There are usually some discounts or specials posted, so be on the lookout.
The staff are friendly and knowledgeable. They will often tell you about the available specials and whether or not the sellers are willing to haggle.
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