Ollie’s Bargain Outlet

This is pretty much the most underrated place I’ve ever been to. When my family needs to go shopping Ollie’s is never a place of interest, but after venturing here a couple of times, I think it needs to be included in the rotation. First of all, they have so many different things you can buy. If there is a common item that you need for everyday use, Ollie’s will most likely have it. It is one of the largest stores I’ve ever been to and so many different things are packed inside. Also, to my knowledge everything has a reduced price. It’s like an endless sale! They also have discounted Febreze! Need I say anything else about this place?

Discount Sporting Goods. And school /​office supplies. If you or your kids are into sports, you need to visit for sports clothes, Fathead stickers, footballs, etc.
Need to buy while in stock. Friendly staff also.

Always lots of bargains to been found here! Tons of books of all sorts, men’s clothes, cleaning products, hardware section, small appliances, housewares, rugs, flooring, you name it, they’ve got it!
Great prices can be find for seasonal items like grass seed, x-​mas decorations, winter and summer gear too. Really great prices on k-​cups mostly brands I’ve not heard of before, but I’ve tried them and they’re good.
It may look messy inside, but it’s a no frills store with low prices. Can’t have it all!

Am I the only one who thinks ollie’s looks kinda like your great grandma’s yard sale? You walk in to promises of «cheap» and «discount» so you think «okay well I really need a new toaster» BAM! THEY HAVE ONE! The only problem is, it’s that hideous 80-​year-​old-​woman-​pink with sea shells on the side. So, you brush it off and laugh a little and start looking for the next item on your list. «That shower curtain in my bathroom is so out-​of-​style» Boy, you came to the wrong place! Unless you’re looking for a discount on one of those little green toilet carpets that I call ‘pee pee mats’ this may not be your go-​to bargain store. I will say however, that my roommate who moved here from India got a super cheap mattress here. So all you state students can rush on down if you need one of those.

I come here often and I like it a lot. Much like Big Lots, etc., Ollie’s has name brand items at a fraction of the cost. Anything from food, pots, pans, baby items, books, towels, picture frames, vacuums — you name it! I often buy generic laundry detergent here for $ 1.99 and some pantry staples. Just be sure to inspect the food and check the expiration dates. I’ve not had a bad experience here, though it would be nice if they carried toilet paper! There is one cashier who is very sweet and friendly, which always makes the experience more enjoyable. It can get pretty packed on weekday afternoons and the weekends!

Great for bargain hunters! You never know what you might find. It’s like Big Lots on steroids, but much cheaper. The prices are excellent, the variety is large, and customer service is excellent. I recently walked out with an electric blanket, Notre Dame fleece throw, HandiWipes, Ace bandages, laundry detergent, gourmet hot sauce, white out, a houseplant pot, a recent bestseller, purple Pop-​Tarts, dog chew toys, M&Ms, etc. Lots of rolls of carpet and flooring. If you see something you like, buy several. It may be gone next time. They are, indeed, painfully slow at checkout, but great with returns. It’s good to go at off hours when it’s less of a circus. Plenty of parking.

Holy crowded mess! If you have space (read: breathing) issues… this is not the place for you! The stuff in this place is stacked so high you really can’t see around the store. It makes finding things a wee bit difficult. I think it is a hoarder who is also a shopaholic’s dream.
However, we were on a mission! I called ahead and knew that they had some shelving units I was looking for at rock bottom prices. To Cary we went! It took a little scavenging, but we finally spotted them. They had PLENTY of stock!
I don’t know that I would venture back to Ollie’s for casual browsing but it is definitely a spot I will call when I’m looking for a specific item and really want a bargain.
A great place to hit up for food drives, gifts for the troops, etc. I’m sure they also have a great stock of holiday related items.

I love a bargain. This is not like New York’s Cheap Jacks… but it is good for some things. I love their assortment of bound rug remnants and the prices are great. Last trip I also got some really nice quality pillow cases. Perfect place for stocking up a new apartment… It is more or less hit or miss as their inventory changes. The aisles can be tight in places. and there seems to be a religious vibe lurking some where in there… shouting from the book section. Great bargains though.

Kid in a candy store basically sums up Ollie’s for me. I find it impossible to leave this place without bags of stuff I didn’t know I needed. The only downside is the painfully slow checkout.

I wasn’t sure what to expect when I first went here. The black and white newspaper circulars always intrigued me. Was this just another Big Lots style store, and would it be worth the drive to Cary?
After reading one of the circulars promoting a NASCAR merchandise buyout, I decided to venture over. Very impressed with the variety of items available. The promoted NASCAR items were plentiful and as advertised. Enjoyed exploring the rest of the store and seeing the types of merchandise available.
I made another return trip earlier this week when they were offering official NHL uniform jerseys for a low price. Explored the store some more and did a bit of Christmas shopping.
If you have the time to explore and don’t have a brand or item specific shopping list, you might find some great prices and great quality items at Ollie’s. I found the store to be clean, well stocked, and a more pleasant experience than a store such as Big Lots.