3rd St Antiques

Love this place, have come here several times, variety, lots to look at, prices good.

I have lived in the Puyallup area for over 30 years and must admit that I’ve not patronized the downtown core as much as I should have. That said, hubby and I decided to head down the hill on «Small Business Saturday» to avoid the mall while looking for an ornament for an upcoming gift exchange at work. We parked my car downtown and went about on foot. First stop was Victoria Sells where I purchased the coolest Japanese Bobble-​head Santa (spent $ 26), but still no ornament. I then hoofed a few blocks east and went to this shop. Intent on finding an ornament, I spied a cute Yorkie one (very cute and a bargain at $ 3.00 — this for a friend not the exchange). At this time, however, I began to feel that I was being followed. Maybe this is the norm for these types of stores as well as cameras for loss prevention. I can understand this and went on my way, by this time with Yorkie bulb in hand and wrapped Santa in bag. I was intently looking at some ornaments when a man (staff) asked to take my Yorkie up to the front counter. I was bit startled and replied, «oh okay.» At this point, he remarked that I «was a good actress.» ?? okay whatever he meant by that. I just shrugged it off. Not much later, he approached me again and asked to have the small bag I was carrying with my Santa. At this time, it was clear that he thought I was a potential shoplifter. I let him know that I wanted my bag with me and then he really insisted that I give him the bag??? Is this the standard for shopping in an antiques store? I was shocked and heartbroken and my first reaction was just to tell the guy that I was leaving. I found my husband and we left. Didn’t even get the Yorkie. Maybe I’m naïve, but does everyone get profiled like this? Did I overreact? I was sure wishing for a good experience at the store (and to buy the Yorkie bulb), but can’t help feel a bit persecuted. If you can shed any light on why this guy thought I was stealing, help me out so that I don’t become a bitter old biddy.

This place has a little bit of everything and a ton of records. Some stuff is overpriced on the main floor front but look deeper in back and upstairs and you might just find a gem at a great price. Friendly staff here!

We love this Antique store. 2 floors of awesome items! Such a treat to shop! Really brings back memories looking at all the items! The workers are so nice! Seems like every time we return they have new things! Recommend!