Take my review with a grain of salt because I have never been to another hmart before this!…read more I love it here, and they have everything I need for Asian cuisine and then some. My boyfriend is Ecuadorian and they have a pretty loaded Hispanic aisle ironically enough and Tango cookies which are extremely hard to get in the United States, so this is a bonus (no having to wait for abulita to smuggle them back for him, yay!) Prices are average, if anything slightly above average... but I expect this for a specialty store with imported goods. Great location as I'm able to just take the SEPTA to here, works out nice if I wanna make a lil day trip out of it and eat at the food court too. :) Again, I have no other hmarts to compare it to, but it is a tad dirty and run down as far as grocery stores/food markets go. Whole building does smell like fish... but they also *do* have an open fish market thing indoors. Tight aisles. I'm fairly petite and others can squeeze by me, but exactly that: they have to SQUEEZE by me. Nobody with an average height/build could stand comfortably in an aisle with a cart and others get through. Place also isn't huge, but boy, is it packed. As mentioned, it has basically everything you'd need, especially for imported goods. As some other reviews have said, they make you unbag all your stuff and put it back... which is odd, because I'm totally fine with showing my receipt (á la Walmart or any wholesale club like BJs, Sam's Club etc) but it is next level here. High theft area, I presume. Security at front door and I've never had issue bringing my reusable bag in, but I expect to be searched on the way out. Staff is pleasant enough. I don't think in the 10 or so times I've gone to check out they've said hi to me... but I'm also used to shopping at Eastern European markets/have family from that region and they don't do that either so it doesn't bother me lol.

The top floor of this H Mart is actually pretty nice -- there's a cafeteria, a Paris Baguette, and…read moresome small shops for cosmetics and home goods. It's a good spot to grab a bite or browse around casually. However, the actual H Mart experience leaves a lot to be desired. Right at the entrance, you're required to check all your bags -- even reusable shopping bags -- which feels unnecessarily aggressive. The staff at bag check treated me more like a potential thief than a customer. I had a larger wallet (the long kind, not sure what it's called), and even that was questioned. I had to argue just to take it in with me, since clearly you can't steal anything in a wallet. Once inside, the store layout is standard. The produce section near the entrance looked fresh and well-stocked. Seafood was also plentiful and appeared very fresh. The meat section had a solid selection, especially marinated cuts ready for Korean BBQ -- definitely a plus. That said, the snack section was smaller than I expected, especially compared to the ones in Chinatown. I was surprised at the limited variety. The prepared food section (like pre-made kimchi and sides) was practically empty when I went around noon -- not sure if it was bad timing or just poor restocking. Check-out was fast, but the line system was confusing. The worst part? After paying, you have to exit the store, walk back around to the bag check, and then -- get this -- squat on the floor to repack your groceries. No tables or counters provided. It felt disorganized and a bit humiliating. Overall: decent grocery selection, but the experience is soured by unfriendly policies and poor customer service flow. I'd come again for specific items, but I won't be rushing back.

I was amazed at how big this store is and how many departments they had such as kitchen appliances,…read morebedding, curtains, hardware, electronics, cleaning supplies, clothing for men, women and children. They also have PA lottery, many different games. And they do layaway and delivery. There are many deals you should check out -- beautiful 7 x 5 foot rugs for $29.99 and discounts on fans and electronics!

Love going to this local gem…read more Plenty of parking as it's shared w Aldi I always find all sort of unique and different home items at a reasonable price. I'll Be back.

Sama Department Store is seriously your one stop shop for just about anything home and…read morecare-related. Good products for quite reasonable prices, and a wide selection of options to choose from. Didn't know what to expect my first time but was so impressed with their stock -- they really sell just about everything. Blenders, pillows, bed frames, curtains (SO MANY), utensils, hair products, cleaning supplies... the list goes on. I've gone like 4 times since first visiting a few weeks back. Couldn't recommend a business more!

Selection great!! Service great!!…read moreValue great!!! I shop there on a regular basis. I am never disappointed!

I forgot all about this Dollar Tree location and now I'm pinching myself for this. This location…read morehad so many items in stock, very clean/organized, and staff were helpful and friendly. I actually went in here looking for coloring books for my kids and was glad to see all their aisles were fully stocked in their school and craft section. If you haven't checked out a craft section at a Dollar Tree yet, try this one out. Yes- the prices at this location are now $1.25.

Though this TJ's is most convenient to us, I no longer waste my time going in. The selection of…read moreliterally everything I've looked for is either paltry or non-existent. As such I've never made a purchase. As another Yelper said, checkout lines are long -- so I guess people do find what they want here -- but for me, nothing! Oh well.

Not the best TJ Maxx. Got a picture here that on close inspection had some pretty odd flaws…read more Tuesday Morning is not too far away and has better stuff, but this isn't a BAD store, just ok compared to other TJ Maxx locations.

This is one of those times when I debate with myself...should I say something about this place, or…read moreshould I keep it all to myself? Because in the world of thrifting, this place harkens to the old style - jumble of items, packed, run by volunteers for the benefit of a charity. You know, treasure hunts. I love treasure hunts. I'm on my way to downtown Lansdowne one morning and I see a simple wooden A-frame sign: "Re-Purpose Shop". Oooh. Interesting name. Will it be like a Habitat store? Something else? I turn on the side street, then into the parking lot of the church it's housed in. Hm.. No more signs. Well, that door looks logical, so I go in...to an empty hall and kitchen area...but wait, beyond that, some light. Ah! They have two rooms, and have partitioned so one is clothes and the other is 'everything else'. The shelves are packed and there's stuff along the floor too. Roughly categorized, it was so much fun rooting through and finding some cool stuff. The volunteers are very cool, one has a small dog who greeted me with a welcoming sniff, wearing his little doggy Eagles sweater. Aw. Then I was not interesting and he went back to whatever he was doing. This is not a place run by professional organizations under the mask of 'thrift'. It's not neat and super shiny. It's a mad wonderful jumble, and for a treasure hunter it's an absolutely great place to be. They're only open a couple of days a week. I had cash, I don't remember if they take plastic. Benefits the church's programs which include their food pantry.

[618] Driving down…read moreLansdowne Ave I see a sign in front of the Lansdowne First Presbyterian Church that says "Thrift Store" so who am I to pass it up? :) There is plenty of street parking where you can enter thru the front (middle of church) or park in back which you can enter thru the red door (thru hall then store). The small church basement thrift store expanded to another room for good reason. Tons of donations. The second room is stuff with tons of great bargains at a discounted price. The main room is filled with books, kitchen items, house items and a kids corner which is filled with toys and board games. The great prices along with the staff being super friendly is why this rating is a 4. Everytime I stop in I always find a great deal on something. Today it was a $1 under armour sweatshirt and $2 set of 8 pyrex bowls. I always stop in to see what new stuff has arrived and I'm never disappointed. Not many hours but that doesn't stop people. The place was packed. I'll definitely be back and if you're in the area you gotta check out the friendly staff and great prices.

Convenient location, cheap stuff, almost always end up leaving with more stuff then I intended to…read morepurchase. $10 minimum required for card. Only issue I had is that the second time I came into this store (I was coming from class so I still had my backpack on), the worker at the jewelry counter told me to put my bag down. I explained to him that I had my laptop in my bag and did not feel comfortable leaving it there. He proceeded to follow me around the store (not so subtle) as if I was going to steal something. I was very offended. There were other people in the store that had bags on and they were not accosted. So I can only assume I was being racially profiled. I ended up calling the store after I left and talking to the owner. She apologized profusely and I was satisfied with her apology.

Lots of great cheap stuff for cheap. You know it's cheap so just choose wisely. I got a basic…read morehammer for a buck when I needed one, I just knew to immediately reinforce it with duct tape before it became a 2-peice hammer. Yes. So, every time I forget I don't have a hammer, screw driver, light bulb, party-balloon, jump rope, notebook, pliers, tupperware, rug, metal wool or other sadly mundane or abruptly bizarre yet suddenly very important household object, I go get one for around a buck or two at this deceptively huge not-walmart.

Wednesday - June 5, 2013 - 2PM…read more Before the 8 track, cassettes, CDs, mp3, and streaming, music was heard on vinyl. A "45" was the familiar vehicle for listening to music. 45s are globally available primarily through mail order or the internet. I maintain a small stash of 45s and still cherish them. I've ordered 45s through the internet with pleasing results. Billy Harner released a 45 in 1969 titled "I struck it rich". The song was available through the internet with a variety of prices. Val Shively had the record AND the cheapest price. Although the song was available trough Val Shively web site, I decided to visit the store. In a word, overwhelming. Records lined the walls by the thousands. I wondered how they managed to find anything. The record was presented in good shape. It played just as I remembered on the local AM radio almost 45 years ago. I suggest you call Val's place to verify that your "memory" is available. Browsing is simply impossible and in fact, discouraged. If you visit the store, I believe you'll be amazed.

the best record dealer in the world. reputedly has more than 5 million records in stock,…read morespecializes in 1950s doo-wop and hard to find R&B singles. Val Shively is a living legend among those who know record collecting--if you want a piece of vinyl, he will locate it for you. his clients are worldwide, and they are the best and most discerning vinyl collectors in the world. his store is not a place to browse--you go in and tell him or his assistant what you want, and you wait while they go find it. but they will find it. its better to call first.

This store was a mess. Things everywhere. Beyond dirty. Employees yelling they have no change. Hard…read moreto find anything in the huge mess. Yes the items are cheap but they should take pride in their space. Small selection to choose from through the mess. Would give zero stars if I could. Ceiling leaking everywhere. Bare shelves. Dirt and food all over floors.

I've found everything I need & more each time I go to this Dollar Tree location! Staff are very…read morekind and helpful.

Consistently good selection, wide prepared food choices, nice bakery and produce sections…read more Compared to their old location, it's like The Linc vs. The Vet. They have sushi and lots of prepared foods as you go in. The bakery has whole wheat rolls and buns, which I don't see often at Acme. The deli has interesting dips and hummus flavors. My wife has gone there via the SEPTA 101 trolley and appreciates the access from the trolley stop for pedestrians. It's much easier and safer than the old location. Visually it's an engaging store. It's well lit and easy to navigate compared to the old store. Prices compare favorably to Giant and Acme.

I placed an order at 10:26 AM that was to be filled and delivered between 5 to 7 PM, however, it is…read morenow 9:00 PM and I have not received it. I have had to call the store twice since 6:30 PM and now at 9:00 pm I received a call back that it probably wouldn't be delivered until 10:30PM!!!!!! At 7:00 PM I was told that it would be here by 9:00 PM! The "Shop at Home" is the worst! No management over this area! I also was cheated out of my gift card on a prior order. They took the money off the card but didn't apply it to the online purchase, as well as, the order was placed a day in advance, and it still came later than the 2 hour window!