Unique Thrift Store

Prices are laughably outrageous. Want to pay $ 29.99 for a used, no name jacket with stains and a broken zipper? How about $ 49.99 for a PS2? If so, this is your spot. Not many deals to be had here.

the unique trift store close to me located on 4445 N Sheridan Rd. is one of the best store in the area… Attention shoppers costomers .if a lady named Kiana asks you to give her a ride .don, t do it .you gonna get robbed… A friend of mine, he, s a fan and a shopper. she told him at the store that she will get him some weed. he was robbed by her boy friend. she was doing business the same day she called sick… be careful… be careful… be careful… be careful… be careful …

This thrift store looks sketchy on the outside, but inside is amazing! It got a facelift and organization and now is fabulous. The inside is white and bright with lots of mirrors. I might dare say it’s the most well organized thrift store I’ve been in in a while. The toys are all grouped into little bags by type. Need 3 Power Rangers, there you go. Even the books are organized by type.
They have % off based on tag colors and offer coupons.
Oh and did I mention they have an amazing section of Halloween goodies? Like brand new Halloween costumes, props, makeup, accessories, and home décor. Get thee to Unique Thrift.

The store manager from this store named Isabel needs to get fired from corporate she is always yelling at her employees and prices the items herself way to high. Beware of that manager she has a attitude and is always going to her beat up silver Mercedes to smoke or do drugs.

I was a little worried as I was walking into the door. The aisles were narrow and crowded. The entire store smelled a bit more musty than other Unique Thrift store locations I’ve visited.
However, my worries soon disappeared when I realized that they had some good stuff to be had.
As always, when Rosa J. happens to have a Monday off, she hits one of the Unique Thrift stores because of their half-​off Monday sale. Merchandize will be half of the price tag. Since Unique sets their prices on a higher side in comparison to the Village Discount Outlet, participating in the half-​off Monday is going to be a great help for a thrift store lover like myself.
They had an awesome selections on women’s two-​piece suits and blazers. For the most part, the apparel was in great condition. Nevertheless, you do want to check for missing buttons. I typically forgo on anything with missing buttons because it won’t be worth of my time to fix the buttons at the price I paid for. In other words, you need to be as critical as you are when it come to thrift shopping.
I scored a Kohl’s brand (Croft & Barrow) sweater for work ($ 2.00) and a designer brand (Benetton) wool blazer for ($ 3.50).
From my perspective, you have be super desperate to purchase shoes at a thrift store. Shoes at thrift stores are usually very worn-​out, unless you’re looking for shoes that you know you will wear for only once or twice.
This location seems to get lots of visits from moms and young children. With that being said, the peak times for this location may be early afternoons when the grade school kids are let out. I did hit the peak times when I was shopping there. Therefore, expect the wait at the cash registers.
I will see me at another Unique on a random Monday. This location is great because the CTA 35^th./Archer orange line station is literally 30 seconds away.

Eh, this place is over-​priced in my opinion. Not that much selection in clothing, but there are some nice housewife things. I’d say this place is a bust. It’s only worth going to when there are those amazing dukes.

This is usually my first stop when I’m on my Raggin’ days of trying to find a deal on a dime. Not because it’s my favorite but because it’s closer.
I love Half Price Monday and I have found some great items especially used books in good condition… Now I don’t know if it because most people are reading via digital devices or if because they only put out books that pass the test or being worthy of being in the store… I think its the digital devices but I don’t care… lol I love reading real books.
This store is smaller than some but not the smallest I have seen. Monday’s are always crazy and they open at 6am.
Unique has a new policy of allowing you to exchange but not return clothes within 7 days as long as you have the receipt, tag still attached and is still in the condition that you bought it in. I love this new policy because there are times you get an item and because you can’t really try it on since this location doesn’t have a fitting room you may get something that looks like your size but someone altered it and then what just because you paid $ 2 dollars you should junk it.
This new policy has sealed the deal of me being a customer for life.
When I want to go Raggin’ this is where I will start… being patient and you may find a gem!
Enjoy!!!

I like this store, BUT it is small and crammed full of JUNK… like with any thrift store, you truly have to sift through all of the Wal-​Mart and K-​Mart clothes to find the designer stuff. At first I was hesitant about going here because usually the best stuff is to be found at the thrift stores in the upper class neighborhoods, but I found a decent amount of gems! I have to remember that people donate stuff all over Chicago and that it could end up in any thrift store… so don’t let the location scare you off. I would only come here on 50% off everything days because a lot of stuff is overpriced, but once you take the half off then it’s a good deal. I add a star because of the super convenient location to the Orange Line, but I take a star away from the rude staff… I asked if they had a bathroom and the lady looked at me like I was asking her for her first born child. Seriously lady, BUZZ OFF.

I like this store, but it’s smaller than most and doesn’t get the best donations. It’s working class stuff, but I did get a 1974 Batman Batlab vehicle last week and a 1962 Barbie too. I paid a lot for them but still less than they are worth. Great clothes selection, not as much shoes as other Unique’s. The employees are very nice and actually ask if you want to see things behind the counter! Unlike Village, where you could stand there all day and no one will help you.

BEWARE OF THE CUSTOMERS IN THIS STORE!!!
I had my wallet plucked straight out of my cart and by the time I realized it the culprit was long gone! Talked to security (who was really nice) and he took all my information down and hoped along with me that it would be found. Well, during that time, the customers were already making gas purchases on my credit cards. I rushed home and called creditors, made a police report, etc. My wallet had $ 6 in it but these losers seem to know what they are doing, testing my credit cards at every gas station in the area. Staff at the thrift store told me they have been having problems with a thief every Monday (sale day). SO BE ON YOUR TOES. Don’t leave your purse/​wallet in your cart. Try to keep credit cards/​IDs home. Carry cash in your FRONT POCKET. It has been ONE BIG PAIN in the ass and my Identity has been compromised. I hope this doesn’t happen to anyone else.

I don’t go out of my way to go to this location. They have lots of stuff packed in here but most of it is pure JUNK and overpriced. I have been thrifting over 30 years and this location has always sucked.

Not any good. Go to the Village and pay half (regular prices) of what they ask and you’ll have a better chance of finding retro clothes. They sell old navy and fruit of the loom screen prints shirts and try to charge buffalo or plato prices.
They have recently got a new parking lot as the old one was falling apart.

For a thrift store, way too expensive and things look way to worn. Store also looks very run down and from outside store doesn’t even look open but it is. Don’t trip in parking lot that is falling apart too.
Not worth the time to visit this one. The only thing good if you really want to go is that it is steps from
the CTA orange line 35^th and Archer stop.

Quite Unique! lol
I love this Unique! The location really isn’t too sketchy at all (I always come here at night from the orange line at like 8 at night) so don’t be afraid of getting mugged or something.
Last year was my first year being in Chicago (from Las Vegas) so i decided that I definitely needed a ton of sweaters and jackets without paying too much. Always go on a Monday for their 50% off deals, which are awesome!
Another great thing is that at this Unique and this Unique only (including all thrift stores I have been to) have I been able to find Designer clothing for CHEAP plus all their sweaters were awesome!
1. YSL button up = $ 6
2. United Colors of Benetton Cardigan = $ 3
3. Random Poupon Sweater = $ 1.50
4. Multitude of Coogi style sweaters = $ 2-​$ 5

THis is the 3^rd Unique Thrift Store I’ve been to, in the last week (as you can see by my reviews). I’m newer to Chicago, and the Unique Thrift Stores in Mpls were awesome, thrifty places to peruse around in, so I was very excited to see what Chicago has.
Parking was available and lots of it (we went on a Sunday at 530pm), though bumpy and had potholes.
Smaller store. Clothes again not organized by size, but rather by color (this ticks me off to no end, it’s what’s important to me).
Furniture was clustered in 1 back corner, the 2 aisles were full of ‘stuff”, I walked back there, but there wasn’t enough room for the person behind me to pass me, so we had to back out, in order for him to pass.
I was seeking curtains. I thought they were too pricey. 2 panels of 70’s Curtains for $ 16.99. I did buy them, because I had a $ 10 off of $ 25 coupon. As we were walking out, we saw 1 panel of tweed, never used, curtains from Target-​for $ 18.99. Hello?! This is a thrift store. Prices should not be this high. I realize I could go on Monday to get them ½ off, but I consider this ‘not a deal.’
They took my credit card, so that must have changed since the last reveiwer.
I’ll still come here. just thought I’d share my opinion. :)

This parking lot is horrendous. Like a bunch of craters and you gotta dodge it from sinking in.
Place smells, but surprised they had the a/​c on… thank god! Place is usually a mess.
If you are willing to search, you can find some decent deals.

Parking is a b*tch, I suggest going later in the day when the rest of the businesses in the strip mall are not so busy. I’ve been lucky and found parking in the lot whenever I come though. This location is decently clean, but I think the poor lighting makes it seem dirtier than it is.
I can almost always find something here. The clothing selection here is kind of dated, or very hoochy, but if you are patient you can definitely find a treasure or two. My bf always finds a game or two here. Book selection is pretty good. The staff is friendly. Be careful of random crazy people that come in and start trouble! Housewares are scattered throughout and you can usually find a good piece or two.
Check which tag colors are 25 or 50% off! As with all Unique stores, everything is 50% off on Mondays (excluding shoes and jewelry I think). Check their website or go to the store for more specials, usually around a holiday weekend, everything will be 50% off that Saturday and Sunday. We went on a weekend AFTER a holiday sale, and it was totally not worth it, everything had been picked over and while there was still alot of stuff, it wasn’t quality items.
So far I’ve been to 3 Unique stores, and all have been pretty great in terms of selection of clothing, games & housewares. I think the Unique stores are some of the best thrift stores in the city.

I’ve been going to this particular unique regularly for a number of years.
Unlike some others who have reviewed, I don’t think it smells like pee, I am not amused that unique is a chain (um, haven’t you heard of salvation army, goodwill or village?) and I certainly do not think that half-​off day is something to be trifled with. As a result, I was horrified when half-​off days were eliminated a few months ago. How could this be? I was sure that this was the ultimate sign that capitalism had failed chicago and we were all on our way to hell in the proverbial handbasket. Thankfully, half-​off Monday is reinstated until the holiday season ends.
So why two stars? This Unique is increasingly picked over. Looking for men’s pants with a waist between 29 – 44 is becoming a more dire situation with every passing day. Vintage stores, while conveniant, are killing our opportunities to buy decent clothes for less than $ 3 – 4! That said, I’m not a hypocrite… you might catch me at buffalo or kneedeep, but damn… I’m sure that the morbidly obese are not the only people still donating.
Small bric-​à-​brac selection and a newly gutted men’s shoe section as well. I once bought a 70s ‘gazelle’ track bike with a flipflop hub here for $ 7… I never again expect such a find at this location.

Don’t believe the lies, this parking lot IS the pit of death, the seventh circle of hell, the epitome of frustration, the bane of a driver’s existence, etc.
BUT, the store itself is amazing. If you don’t mind squeezing through the narrow aisles (and righteously giving a stare-​down to any lane-​blockers), you might find some real gems for cheap. This is another great location for thrift-​enthusiasts.

Wow!!! Before I found Unique, I thought all thrift stores were full of schwap that had urine residues and God knows what else on it. Unique has made me a Thrift Store Convert, and here I am, proselytizing like a good acolyte: Shop at thrift stores!
I’ve found $ 4 Gap jeans, new. I’ve found Abercrombie & Fitch sweaters, $ 2. I’ve found converse sneakers, new, $ 5.
Not that I shop at the Gap, A&F or wear lotsa chucks (sweatshops, goddammit!). But I don’t think the no sweatshop rule applies to thrift stores, because you’re not increasing the demand for the clothes, just using up stuff that would otherwise get thrown out.
Of course you must not expect the clientele at thrift stores to resemble those at the Gap. People here are pretty rude and pushy (come to think of it, things aren’t that different at the Gap). You’ll be standing in an aisle browsing through the denim and an entire family will barge right up to you and demand passage. It’s a blast.
But that’s not Unique’s fault, c’mon.
What I find really funny is that Unique is a CHAIN. How does that happen, a chain of thrift stores?
Another hilarious concept is ½ Off day. You know you’re hard up when you wait to shop until ½ Off day at a thrift store.