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Five Below

3.1 (40 reviews)
Open • 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated 2 weeks ago

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Steve D.

I visited the Five-Below store at Alameda's Southshore shopping Center! It's not a typical dollar store. Most of the goods are $5 or less, with some items priced at $7- $10. Lots of seasonal goods for Halloween, party balloons, greeting cards, and trendy gadgets and toys. They have a big section for imprinted t-shirts. There's also a gadget section way in the back of the store with electronic accessories. I was greeted as soon as I walked in the store. I asked if this was a cash only business. The lady told me they accept cash and cards. It was near 7pm, and the store was a little messy. There seemed to be plenty of staff in the store. I didn't see anything I wanted, so I left. You know, I thought I knew what kind of store this was before I walked inside. I thought it's just a new type of "dollar store" that sells things priced under $5. I did some research, Five-Below sells a variety of goods at low prices, aimed at teens and pre-teens. Five-Below offers trendy fun stuff, including books and makeup. I feel a bit confused about what type of store this is. Is it a discount store, or a store for teens?

Pilates Ring - $5!!!
Kendra F.

This is a decent store. There've been a few times when I want some fitness items for home and coming here is the best option to get some things at an affordable price. Truthfully, I really only care about the fitness section - an array of yoga mats, plenty of low weight dumbbells and kettlebells and I don't think they went over 8 lbs, yoga blocks, pilates rings, fitness bands, etc. I'll check their website in advance to see if they have certain items in store and it will say they don't but I arrive and they do, but it's a small quantity. So, I'd say just go in store. I've also purchased their Sol de Janeiro body butter dupes, and they're good for the price. The store is well staffed for the weekend. The checkout stations look like self checkout registers but there is always an attendant there to help. Idk... the best way I could describe this store would be like an American Daiso.

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Phil A.

I did not know what to expect when I came into this store, but wow, this store was a mess!! It just seemed scattered. Also, just a bunch of Knick knacks to buy in here, nothing really for me. Lots of games, candy, and snacks. Lots of empty shelves and racks also. I didn't spend too much time in here, I knew pretty quickly that this place wasn't for me.

Foil balloons 1 week later
Janice M.

Five Below is a good go-to for last-minute gifts, everyday stuff, and party supplies. I threw a super last-minute party for my toddler and teen nephew and realized the day before that we had zero balloons ‍ We ran into Five Below thinking we'd just grab some to blow up ourselves, but found out they inflate foil helium balloons too! It was close to closing and the staff still helped us inflate all six balloons without any issue. Seriously saved the day. Great service and always clutch for last-minute needs!

Anthony K.

Went to the store and was immediately greeted by someone stealing. One would imagine that they were caught and that the merchandise was recovered since security was there but NO, they let him walk Scott free WITH the merchandise too. What a joke ‍

5/2/24 FYI. Congratulations on the grand opening.
Lee D.

Quality/Quantity - Brand new beautiful store, in the rear of store which is still under construction. See pictures. Things they sell = Holiday, seasonal, promotional items, home items, toys & games, tech, beauty style, arts & craft, candy & snacks, pet supplies, sports books, party supplies, etc. Atmosphere - Medium size location. Plenty of mall parking. Service - Plenty of employees as this is a brand new location. Sadly, not one of the 3 employees I walked by said hi to me... Price - $5 and below. Owner Comment - Congrats on your company's success since 2002 with your 1200+ stores and now coming to Alameda. 2012 - IPO.

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They never answer the phone every time I call it's always the same automated message saying I will be transferred but they just hang up

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2 years ago

Happy there's a five below closer to home . Me and my son always go get something small and a little snack together.

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Terrible service scammed me for my money do not buy here they didn't give me my money back

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The store is hella trashy. Shelves are empty. They need to hire make employees. Opened in May and it's July, why did it do down hill???

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2 years ago

place is so cute clean lots of cool things to choose from !!! Really helpful and sweet employee there helped me out, Jovina! UR AWESOME!!!!

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messy, person working looked bored didn't say welcome felt awkward everything is disorganized

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