This place is amazing! So much good stuff at a real thrift price. Posting a couple of items that we found. You definitely need to dedicate some time - some samples of things we got with the receipt! Lots of variety, for everyone! read more

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I love how there's a color discount! I've only been once so far but I have no complaints about staff or cleanliness so definitely will be revisiting! read more

I love Circle Thrift, it's kind of a problem. I moved to the area recently, and I'm way too close to Circle. I like that their clothing is well organized by color - so if you are looking for a specific look, it's really easy for me to quickly look and get in and get out. As a performer, I've been able to find many pieces here which has been awesome. I even got super lucky and found Moxi Skates that were my size for $60! My husband bought a nice pair of khaki pants for $6. I'm all about reusing, reducing waste, and recycling so thrifting is my fave. However, I really dislike wasting time at disorganized spots. Circle is organized, staff are friendly, and they even take Venmo payments. I would definitely recommend to check it out and donate here read more

I've been here consistently for 3 years (& counting) & it took me this long to write a review?!? So my review is based on my many years of experience shopping at Circle Thrift (CT). Get ready as this will be the most comprehensive review ever on my favorite store in Philly (& maybe all of America? maybe the entire world?). Times I've spent here At most: 2x / week Usually: weekly At least: biweekly CT standard not-on-sale $ (pricing system): Prices here are undefeatable! The cheapest you'll find anywhere! Frugal people gather around! Orange tags: $15 Any colored tags depend on the week: for the colors not on sale, unless otherwise specially marked: Men's Shirts: Short-sleeves: $3; Long-sleeves: $4 Tanks: $3 Bras: @@@@@ Underwear: (don't remember seeing boxers) Swimwear: 1-piece set: $4; 2-piece set: $2/ per piece T-shirt Top (Female): $3 Long-sleeve blouses/shirts: $4 Pants, Shorts: $4 Pants, Long: $5 Leggings: $4 Athletic Tops: $3 Athletic Pants: $4 Dresses: $7 Skirts: $4 Suits: $10 Blazers: $6 Trousers (Men): $10 Sweaters: $5 Ties: $1 Lounge/Sleepwear: $4 Sweatshirts: $5 Sweatpants: $4 Outerwear: $10 Kids clothing: $1 Shoes: as marked price Books in CT2: hardcovers: $2, softcovers: $1 Items in CT2: (ie furniture, large items, knickknacks) as marked price Items I've seen here: A whole range for different genders and age groups including newborns & children. Since CT is located in Fishtown, a hip neighborhood, the items that are donated here are usually purchased by people with modern/ good taste. I've also heard wealthy people donate newly bought items here for tax benefit/write-off purposes. I've seen anywhere from fast fashion items (H&M, SHEIN, Forever21, Walmart, etc.) to quality (anthropology, everlane, Banana Republic, J. Crew) to high-end (Brooks Brothers, Stuart Weissman) to luxury brands (though I don't think they authenticate items nor am I able to distinguish so buy at your own caution. But I saw brands like Fenty, LV, Gucci, Valentino, etc.) Any items you'd think they'd have, they'll have albeit not in store all the time but if the timing and coincidence are right, it'll be there. & any item you don't think you'll need, but you buy to need, you'll find here. From lingerie to undergarments, to cookware & dish-ware & utensils & appliances, to electronics, to footwear of all kinds including ice skating boots, to clothing of all kinds including coats and scrubs, even wedding dresses, to socks and hats, to newborn & baby onesies/ footsies, baby accessories like hats & shoes & bibs & toys, to seasonal decors & gift bags/ cards, to the arts & crafts corner with yarn, to linens, bedding & cushions, to suitcases & personal bags of all kinds (book bags, duffles, female bags), to garden pots, to PJs, Pros about this store: Discount/ sale system: & explanation of their turnover rates: Weekly items discount for 50¢ for that week's color (of items less/ = $10) or 1/2 off (no limit) for that week's second color. Weekly discounts begin on Wednesdays. Items have fast turnover rates in the store (unlike Goodwill which is why Goodwill seems like digging through trash) + affordable pricing system + discount system = there's always treasures to be found. If an item is without its color price tag, it will automatically be CT's regular price. To describe it; Small selection but fast turnovers, so it's best to go often as there are new items every day. Staffing: The people here are so friendly! I've always seen Ivan here & he brightens our day! Scotty is a ray of sunshine in CT2. The only cons/downsides: No bathroom for public use... due to privilege being abused by druggies... *sigh*, but they're not unreasonable about it if you're pregnant. I'd go to Riverwards Produce Market grocery store or Cake And Joe bakery for a close bathroom (see Google map picture). No haggling. Strict about this one even if the condition of the item is not as good. Sometimes during holidays (ie this year, during Thanksgiving week, they were open for 2 days), their colored discount rotation is unchanged (ie instead of a weekly rotation, it's extended by another week, totaling 2 weeks). The physical store itself is a lil' rundown (ceiling not completely intact) but that doesn't stop CT from being loved by regulars! I believe it's because they focus on donating their earnings to charity. Talk about a humble hero! They also love bag donations in addition to regular donations. Store gets slightly hot at times. To remove the crayoned-colored prices after your purchase, just simply use alcohol-based hand sanitizer/ wipes. It'll remove from most surfaces except wood with a certain finish, but CT is mindful of not using crayons but a sticker take instead... so not a prob! Edit 2024: They are in the process of new store ownership, which got rid of student and elderly discounts. I truly hope they keep their 50¢ weekly deals and current color discount system. read more

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Service is nice here - staff is friendly and meticulously going through donations and putting new stuff out. Not as many home goods, but definitely a ton of clothes. Really good mix of everything, and all clothes are organized by item type and color. Set prices for type of item instead of by individual piece which is great!! read more

Circle Thrift - Antiques Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

This place use to be low key now everybody knows about it If your looking for unique vintage or just really nice second hand, Circle Thrift is Definitely the spot. I Love this place. The staff is awesome and extremely helpful. They always have great color sales Everyday and they don't over charge. I have gotten a lot of really nice pieces from here. This place is Definitely a Gem. read more

It's a small thrift store but I love it here! I have my routine of how I go through the store and look at each place of interest to me. I usually always find something! Staff is always friendly which is always a bonus! read more

Great stuff when you get there but a rarely answered phone with a full answering machine means it can be a crapshoot to go back for something saw. Today i picked a dresser i bought and one of the pulls was missing that wasn't yesterday. Called to no avail and a prompt "memory is full, enter the access code" that sounds like it shouldn't be customer facing. I still love my dresser but it does put a damper on things. read more

I love thrifting so when I was visiting Philly I knew I had to check out some local spots. This is a small thrift store which I enjoyed because I was able to get in and out in about an hour. It's not super organized and everything is mixed sizes which tastes some time to sort through. There is a lot of worn down clothes here a few gems mixed in. I got two tops originally from Anthropologie and my honey got a cozy Gap sweater and a cute t shirt. This place seems pretty hit or miss, but it's worth checking out! The prices are really low which I appreciated and the staff was all super friendly. read more

If you're frugal and can appreciate the search for diamonds in the rough, Circle Thrift may be the answer to all your dreams. Located in hipster city and a block from Urban Exchange, this area is the perfect place to park and do some bargain hunting. Urban Exchange is cleaner and more organized, and definitely more selective with the merchandise they display. However, while circle thrift may be more of a hunt, you can get a real steal if you're patient! Like all thrift stores, Circle Thrift is hit or miss. Things are organized by style and color, and not size which makes shopping a treasure hunt. All items are a set price, e.g. T-shirts $3, long sleeve $4. I appreciate the simplicity in that. Staff is kind, and the selection is eclectic. They've got a pretty stellar selection of books and knick knacks, but I wish they were displayed in a more organized fashion. I've visited Circle Thrift a number of times and will definitely be back! read more

Kinda smells weird sometimes, some things on the racks have stains but are still priced highly, but I've found one or two items every time that catch my eye. Furniture seems like a good price, saw some cheap sewing machines the last two times I was in. read more

There's a lot to love about Circle Thrift, and some things that could be improved. Definitely worth a stop! 1. The selection is FUN. No matter your style, there's at least one thing you'll love. It might not be in your size, but it's great for clothing inspiration. And, if you're handy, most of the stuff is in good enough condition to tailor. 2. The clothing store section is fairly handicap-accessible! The furniture store section is less so, but I have a feeling they'd be happy to help you shop. 3. I recommend going between 12-4. You can easily peruse, and it's fairly COVID-safe since they require masks. At other times, rude regulars can ruin the experience. For a while after opening, the store is CRAMMED with people clearly grabbing everything they can afford just to resell it. They literally crowd out other customers. (Maybe you could implement an item purchase limit ?) At the end, I think people stick around after close. Between 4:30-5, employees actively try to keep you out of the store. Which, I totally get as a former service worker. 4. No changing rooms. That's fine, but more full-length mirrors would make it a lot easier! 5. The selection in the furniture section (a different area) is always changing! Need outdoor furniture, storage solutions, art, comfy steals, and knickknacks? Just wait a few days. And, if you see something but can't grab it right away, they'll hold it for you for a price! read more

I am a regular at Circle Thrift. Walking into this place gives me that high that only true thrifters know the feeling of. I'm always greeted by the extremely friendly staff and the sound of circa 2008 indie rock. Everything in the store is well organized, making browsing a breeze. I always go straight for the dresses rack because that's where I always find a little vintage gem. I usually never leave without an armful. Last time I was there I found a 1960s bullet bra bathing suit for $2! Score! Prices are so cheap! Coats are $8, dresses are $5, shirts between $3-4...and so on. You will always find a great deal. They have a decent housewares and book section. A great place to find off the wall sewing/craft supplies and unique picture frames. The jewelry case is also a nice place to find a cool vintage brooch or a kooky pair of earrings. Love love love this place. So glad I live close by! Make sure to bring them your old plastic grocery bags, they will be put to good use! read more

While the finds might not be as abundant as they are at spots like Philly AIDS Thrift, Circle Thrift's location being at the epicenter of Fishtown hipsterdom can pay off in dividends to even the not so dedicated of thrifters. in my quick and effortless walk through I managed to grab 2 awesome orange short sleeve buttondown shirts (one made from 100% hemp!), a nice white dress shirt, a new cellphone charger, and a copy of Middlesex by Jeffery Eugenides. Not a bad haul for $12. But beyond the standard clothing and cheap books there's plenty of kitchen goods, jewelry, scarves, awesome furniture at different price points for pickup and delivery, and an endless amount of random bric a brac to blow the mind! And its all at a price that's pretty hard to top! read more

Nice classic thrift store with low low prices. They have a deal where a certain color tag is 50 percent off for the day. One thing to note is that there are only 2 fitting rooms. They have more standard items, I didn't find a lot of unique things but ended up walking out with a $2 flannel shirt. read more

I was disappointed with this shop. It seemed to be highly talked about and rated in the area but I did not see why. It was crowded, and had an awful clothes selection in my opinion. I am noticing all the pictures on Yelp were posted mostly by one person. The store did not look nice and organized like the pictures demonstrate but maybe I was there at a bad time. I will have to take pictures when I go again. I don't think there was a single pair of jeans in my size. It's comparable to a Goodwill quality except Goodwill is typically much bigger with more options. The employees seemed very nice. I did not notice the other section of the store next door so maybe I was missing something important and will have to return. read more

Since moving out of Fishtown, the place I miss and come back most for is Circle Thrift. Thanks to cycling through racks, I've managed to start a little Italian clothing collection. Today, I found two handmade Italian skirts and a pair of leather shoes, costing me a total of $12. In other instances, I've purchased 4-5 blazers and trench coats --some Zara, some Calvin Klein, some London Fog. Sometimes I'll even get lucky in the home-goods section. Overall, I've always walked away from the store with at least one treasure and a smile. Thanks, Circle Thrift! read more

I love thrift shopping, but was disappointed with the "thrift stores" in the local area and their boutique-like items and prices. Circle thrift was a diamond in the rough! They run exceptional deals, have really fun products, and boast incredibly kind and friendly employees! Definitely one of my favorite places to shop as someone on a budget :) read more

The straw that finally broke the camel's back was today. After donating at least $4,000 worth of merchandise over the past 17 years I was treated incredibly terrible today. For the last 2 weeks while donating items I have seen the same worker every time. She only ever asks if I want a receipt . The other boy stood in the doorway as I was trying to bring in items. He just stared at me blindly when I asked him to help. The store has always been filthy. The posters on the door say how they accepting of all. For a Mennonite based store they certainly are incredibly hypocritical. Why on earth would anyone want to become Mennonite? The management should be sickened that people are treated this way. There was another $1,000 of items to be donate but I decided not to waste my time. Oh, it is also disgusting and everything is in terrible shape, ripped, cracked, or broken. read more

I enjoy thrifting as much as the next penny pincher, but this place is more like going to a salvage yard as opposed to thrift store. Things are priced by category, rather than by item. This sounds fine until you have to listen to employees try to come up with a price based on what they think the item is and where it was located in the store. This would only be an issue, if you can find something to buy. Maybe it is because I can't sew, or maybe because i have no imagination--but these clothes looked like all kinds of hell. How do you find wearable clothes here? Everything seemed to need path work, laundering , or a fire. Don't come here unless you are a master seamstress, some kind of visionary , or desperate. read more

Circle Thrift is the best and after my last successful haul I am definitely hooked. I've been here a handful of times and I think only once did I leave with nothing. Like other people have said, their selection is much better than other stores I've been to and they actually sell stuff that fits me. Just last week I was able to snag a leather jacket (in almost perfect condition), a plaid flannel shirt, a fish ice cube tray, a Forgetting Sarah Marshall DVD, and a yellow bandana all for $15. You really can't make these prices up. I've been to Philly Aids Thrift a few times as well and as fun as it is to scope that place out, I very rarely find anything wearable because of how tiny I am. I think this Circle Thrift just gets really good donations due to their location. They usually have decent to great movie finds, kitchenware, odds and ends, and even decent furniture. More than once I've found tables and chairs I would have bought if I had a car to transport them. The only thing I haven't had much luck in is the shoe selection but that's asking a lot since it's so hard for me to find my size in a typical shoe store. I'm already looking forward to going back this week! read more

This is a thrift store? In Fishtown??? I went there today while waiting for my car's oil to be changed after walking past it for damn near 1.5 years daily. As soon as I walked in, I was greeted cheerfully by the girl behind the counter. I started browsing and she came over and asked if I knew about their sale. I said "no" and she politely explained their colored tag system. Then she went back to her job and left me to browse. The selection is really nice, but if you're bigger than a size medium, it's kind of slim pickings. Actually, there was almost nothing for bigger girls. The things that I did find were really, really awesome though and the prices were completely reasonable. Also, the place was CLEAN and had awesome music playing, which is hard to find in a thrift store. 100% the best part was the girl behind the counter though. I wish I had gotten her name. Cute, young, short brown hair. Said she'd only been there for 3 weeks. For a super hipster place, I was absolutely amazed at how nice, friendly and helpful she was. If the owners read this, NEVER LET HER GO! Anyway, this place will be seeing a lot of my money and if I ever get down to a size medium or below, I'll clean it out. read more

I love Circle Thrift! I always manage to find something wonderful and unexpected here. From my favorite GAP sweater to a copy of The Wolf of Wall Street, I've stumbled upon many treasures here. As someone with a car who doesn't live too close, I'm gladdened by the ease of parking nearby. Although it's not huge, they make great use of the space they have. Everything is organized, and they somehow manage to fit clothes, kitchen items, books, and furniture in without making it feel cramped or making it difficult to navigate around other people. There's even a nice big dressing room. I have shared it comfortably with one friend, two is a bit cramped but it'll work. Don't be afraid to try things on! Protip: Every day there is a certain color sticker that is discounted. Make sure you check which one it is, and scope out products with that color sticker. Or don't - I got Frye sandals for $3 once, and didn't even realize they were on special until I got to the register. The surprise WAS pretty excellent. read more

Every time I go here I find at least one thing to buy and a good handful of stuff to laugh at. I ask for nothing more from a thrift shop except maybe fair prices and a student discount, both of which they have. read more

I had been to the Circle Thrift located on Broad street and loved it, and this store was supposed to be the Mama Store. "Oh, its the mecca of all thrift shops" they said "Oh, its the promised land" they said. WRONG. It wasn't terrible, but it was very overpriced, and seemed very picked through. It was indeed large, but the clothing section was nothing special, the housewares were lackluster, and by the time I got to the record section I had pretty much given up. I brought a thing of tissue paper to the counter without a price, and the guy at the cash register priced it at 2.00 . The only kind of cool thing is that the shop is run by Mennonites, and while I was there their choir was practicing in the backround. If this store is in your neighborhood, it might be worth a look, but otherwise I would skip it. read more

This is what a clothing thrift store should be: really affordable prices. The selection is not huge but the prices are fantastic. When I was there it was a mix of happy hipsters and other old timers from the neighborhood. They have a large selection of books compared to most other thrift stores (accept Philly AIDS thrift, which is book heaven). The people who work there were really nice and friendly. There is a super positive feeling about this place. And I like that there is room to move around, things are not completely crammed together. read more

I love Circle Thrift! Diamonds upon diamonds in the rough. Very nice staff too. All the profits go toward helping people.

We were long time Fishtowners and still enjoy shopping at Circle Thrift. Still fun even since we stumbled upon it about six or seven years ago. Great clothes shopping for the below-thirty set. Vintage selection is usually pretty good and we rarely walk out empty-handed. We actually liked a bit better in the old space w/ second floor chock full of housewares, furniture and books. The Anthropolgie/Urban Outfitter/Free People sample donations were usually HIT or MISS ... but it was so much fun to be in the 'right place at the right time' ..... we scored a number of good finds back in the day. read more

Love coming here. I have yet to come in and leave empty handed. I am an avid thrifter and I try to come here often since I work close by. The clothes are priced by the rack meaning short sleeve shirts are $3 and long sleeves are $4 while all pants are $5 etc. they have everything from trendy to vintage. The staff is always friendly and you can spend so much time finding gems if you are patient and love a good bargain. read more

I like this location quite a bit. They have a great selection of items, particularly shoes. I had some trouble finding clothes here as most of the sizes are in the S, M range (I'm a proud L, XL), but I did score a few scarves and a cute button down top for next to nothing. The store is really clean and laid out nicely. I like how the clothes are arranged by color, so if you're looking for something specific it's easy to find. The staff are friendly as well. Parking is always a pain in the ass. You'll almost never find parking on Frankford ave. Best to try to stick to the side streets. read more

I don't always walk out of Circle Thrift with something--but it's definitely more likely to happen than not. Even when I don't know I'm looking for something, I can find it. The clothes can be hit-or-miss, but they're always a great deal when there is something that strikes my fancy. You're definitely not going to have as 100% consistent finds as a place like Buffalo Exchange, but you're also not going to be paying almost-full-price like you would there, either. Definitely stop in the books, music and home goods side of the store, I tend to find a lot over there. I've found some great coffeemaking stuff (I'm a total dork for different coffeemaking processes, so finding my first pourover here definitely gave me a soft spot for CT). Great people, great mission (there's usually a seasonal or rotating cause, or some kind of special fundraiser going on), great spot. One of the precious few non-pretentious reasons to actually go to Fishtown. read more

Staff is super friendly, prices are reasonable, and they have always been very customer service oriented in the furniture section. The piece in the pic was only $5 read more

Circle Thrift - Antiques Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Circle Thrift is my go-to neighborhood thrift store. I love thrifting and always have fun just browsing. Looks like they've been stepping up their game and I've been noticing nicer quality items. Prices have also gone up a little, but the neighborhood is now becoming "trendy" and I guess it's inevitable. If you're lucky, you can find amazing houseware and kitchenware for cheap. I've bought a cast iron skillet, a cast iron pan, a stainless steel frying pan, a brand new OXO salad spinner, vintage glasses, ceramics among other things like flower pots and terrariums. They also have decent selection of furnitures. I've bought a wooden chest of drawers in decent condition and a nice wood/glass side table for cheap. For clothing, you have to be in the mood for digging, but you might find great stuff. Shoes are usually tired looking and I've never bought a pair. Also, they sometimes have very unique and cute earrings for cheap. I've had so many compliments on some of the earrings I bought here. Staff is always friendly and helpful. If you love treasure hunts in thrift stores like I do, I'd recommend this place! read more

It's sort of crazy that anyone would look for a way to complain about this place. Sorted by color, priced by item, and very reasonably so (e.g. $3 for a short sleeve shirts, $4 for long sleeves, books are less than or equal to $1) Marked by colored tag. For a week, one color will be half-priced and another color is like 50 cents. Not a huge store, so it is sales that rotate their inventory pretty quickly. I love that I don't have to invest a lot of time to scale it thoroughly. Because it won't take much effort, I don't mind checking back often. If you ask me, that's a well run business. Also, I can spell this out for you real simple: we're talking about a thrift store on Frankford Ave. It is (and its donations are often coming from) just a stone's throw away from Fishtown. I don't know how much you usually pay for brands like J Crew or American Apparel, but I'm satisfied with a single digit value ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ read more

I love Circle Thrift. I think it's deifnitely one of the best thrift stores in the city, and this location is much better than the one on Broad & Ellsworth downtown. I usually find great deals on housewares and the occasional great find in regards to a jersey, t-shirt, and/or sweatshirt. I think their selection of women's clothing may be better as it is more varied but as a man there is definitely some quality things to be found (anywhere from FUBU to J. Crew for example, haha). It's pretty accessible from the eL stops at York-Dauphin or Berks and best of all they take credit-cards, very rare for thrift stores! read more

Love this place! Always score something cute! Grabbed a dress, 3 belts, a skirt, a lightweight scarf, and a top for $13. Thank you weekly sale!!! I just try to limit the amount of times I come here. I try to mix it up with other thrift stores, so in case my neighbors forgot they donated something, they don't think I'm a creeper and stealing their clothes. read more

I have always found something good at circle thrift! Sometimes you have to dig or frequent the store often to find the really good stuff but isn't that all the fun? Thrifting is like a clothing treasure hunt, you don't actually know exactly what you're looking for than you're happily surprised by the little gems you find! The prices couldn't be better, I have left with 8 items for less than $25! Keep an open mind with no expectations and you won't be let down! The staff is always super friendly, helpful and pleasant moods which totally makes it a good experience, even if leaving empty handed. read more

Cheap cheap cheap!! Love circle thrift! It's awesome for odds and ends. I got three perfectly fine, cute chairs for under $10 total. WHHHAT!? Nice. Plus I really like how they accept donations around the clock. I try to bring them as much as I can read more

I have to change my review of this place. Recently, I began thrifting at Circle again. And, I don't know if it's the new location (which is only a block or so down from the old one) or some new luck that I've acquired, but I have been finding the most amazing things at Circle Thrift! Of course one of those amazing things was stolen right out of my handheld cart :( An original Led Zepplin tour tee from the early 80s, which was amazing if holey. But, that's not the store's fault. I still found an Anna Sui dress for $5 and the most amazing 1950s costume bracelet! Circle Thrift is back on my radar! read more

Great place for grabbing some wardrobe pieces but I find I use it a lot for getting random tech cables. Found a replacement power supply for my record player and a new cord for an old printer. read more