It is very popular store. They don't have furniture that I could see and I looked all over. Well lit and spacious. I will need to check out the clothing before giving 5 stars. The package of small stuff animals I decided on was was not for sale due container bag being opened. I recommend but call first before venturing out if you are looking for furniture. read more

Unbelievably rude manager as mentioned in the review left 18 days ago ... same one with the braids and walkie-talkie. I expressed some concerns about some going on with the jewelry at treasure Island and she wouldn't let me get a word in edgewise and so that leads me to believe that there's a lot of favoritism that goes on in that store, which is fine I'll shop elsewhere. It was as if she condones the hoarding that goes on there in the mornings at treasure Island and it makes me think that maybe there's more to it that meets the eye she made me feel that I was the problem. I have shopped there as long as the store has been opened and I have never seen it so blatant. read more

An apparent manager at the SR 70 Lakewood Ranch Goodwill store, a woman with long braids who carried a walkie, yelled at the crowd to "Stop Pushing! Show some respect!". No one was pushing. Then she started yelling at an employee. Then she yelled at me, accusing me of using a table for my clothes which was a lie and instructed me to go to the changing room. I have never been treated with such anger and scorn, not even at a "not thrift store.". She ruined my shopping experience. She seemed high on her own authority. I felt bad for the employee she was mean to. read more

This may have been the cleanest, most organized high volume goodwill I've ever been to and I've been to many! Check this one out if you are in the area. read more

I'm dropping junk off there all the time. Once in a while I go in and there's actually some good books to read.

GARBAGE! I bought a supposedly tested TV, didn't work when I got it home. Returned it and went to a second store on Cortez Rd. Bought a second TV but this time I had a customer service person help me. He told me that all the electronics are tested and are in working condition. Second one a dud as well. I even brought it to a service business and they confirmed it was junk! I have been done with Goodwill for several years since they have raised their prices of DONATED things to almost retail. They even have the nerve to have a "Boutique" where prices are even higher for brand names!! Then at the register they ask if you want to donate more money. With this donated money they keep more than 50% and legally only need to send a charity 15%. Goodwill is the biggest rip off going. Support local thrift stores that actually help hospitals, veterans, and food banks. Goodwill is a scam 100% read more

Of the numerous Goodwill locations in the Sarasota area, this is my favorite. It's quite large and always has a good selection of new donations. Also, because the area is somewhat upscale, they seem to receive higher quality goods than many other locations. They carry almost everything Goodwill handles. Clothing, housewares, electronics, furniture, bedding, books and much much more. I rarely go there and not buy something. They always have a large inventory. It is a very popular location so there sometimes is a long line to checkout. The have a few "Boutique" racks with higher end "Name Brand" clothing. These are priced higher too. I have noticed recently that GW has been "trying" to get Big $$ for some items. I doubt this will succeed but in spite of the "Not for profit" assumption, they are all about creating higher profits. I recently saw a men's shirt priced at $39 that you could buy brand new at Nordstroms Rack for $80. I think they're getting carried away. But in spite of this, I will definitely go back. read more

This place is crazy expensive and I don't know why I keep going back when I say that I won't. I REFUSE to pay 12.00 for a used item of clothing. I remember when I could get a shirt for 3.29 and even though prices of everything has gone up everywhere I feel that this place has gone too far, especially when there are many thrift stores in the area that are thriftier. read more

Some pretty nice and unique finds at this store but why in the world is everything so expensive!! $40 lululemon, $15 polo Ralph lauren, $10 Chico's. Goodwill corporate needs to take a look at this store and the crazy prices they're charging their customers. It's a shame! read more

Facts about Goodwill 1. They say their nonprofit but they are. 2. Only 3% of their sales go to help the needy. 3. The CEO makes well over a million dollars a year. 4. Employees are paid minimum I love goodwill! The thrill of walking the isles and looking for stuff is very therapeutic, not to mention the fact I've found some really cool stuff! I've accepted the fact that Goodwill is just one more HUGE corporation that's greedy as hell but I still go there. Why? read more

Solid place, a little overpriced but always some pretty good stuff here. You definitely gotta go searching my and put in some elbow grease to find stuff. read more

Second time here, nothing changed since 6 years ago. This time I was double charged for an item. Checkout clerk, Donna M, was more worried about going on a break, Instead of doing her customer service job. read more

Today I picked up a few things along with 2 curtain rods. As they were awkward, when I got to the register I pulled the smaller items out of the cart, and then leaned over one of the rods in my cart for the cashier to scan. I told her I had 2 of them, and she said she needed to scan them both individually. So I pulled the other closer to her, and when she scanned that one, she told me they were actually 2 different prices. I then pulled them both onto the counter, showed her they were identical in EVERY way. She said she would call over the manager to do a price adjustment, they were both priced the same day. The manager acknowledged they were exactly the same, but refused to do a price adjustment because the employees get an incentive?? I said "I'm not sure what an incentive is, and can't understand what that has to do with the same exact thing priced differently on the same day. I'm in this store EVERY DAY and spend thousands" She said "You and everybody else - I'm not changing the price" laughed in my face and walked away. The difference was $4.00. Kim, Manager at SR70 needs a lesson in customer service. read more

Found an item I wanted for $19.99. The man behind the counter took it up front while I shopped and when I went to check out the price tag suddenly changed to $200 more than the item was in the case. Total crooks. I asked the man behind the counter why the price changed and he couldn't even make eye contact because he knew he was lying. Don't give them your money. read more

Every week Goodwill has a color of the week that is 50% off the sticker price. Corporate has directed the stores to go around and pull all the 50% off items and keep those items in the back, and then bring the items back out when the color of the week changes. I heard rumors that they do this, so I called my local store today and they verified this is true. Corporate has mandated that they do this. Very dishonest and greedy considering every item in the store was donated. read more

This is one of the biggest and well stocked stores I have been to. Very clean and well organized. Lots of selections I go in often for tee shirts. They are color separated and easy to find the clothes are always clean and not stained like some stores Prices are clearly shown This won't be really cheap. This is a for profit business I often find some good values Easy check out read more

By far the largest, cleanest, most well-organized goodwill I've ever been to. They have TONS of clothes.

It would be so nice if the hours of operation online were correct, i just wish i hadnt driven from sarasota up to bradenton while they're still closed! read more

This Goodwill used to be good in the sense of pricing. The merchandise there is good, but now many items can be purchased new for less or close to the prices they are charging. Buyer beware at this store. I even had an employee ask me how much I paid for 2 gas cans, and he said he agreed they were overpriced. As far as the cleanliness of the store and the quality of most of the merchandise, it's a 3.5.. read more

I come here once and a while out of convenience because although it is far away, it is nearest location for me. Staff has always been snappy and rude. Cashiers are very slow and there is always a long line at checkout. The hours are marked incorrectly online and was disappointed to arrive to locked doors because apparently they closed an hour early, even so it was ten minutes before their new closing time and wouldn't allow anyone to enter. Staff and management are always in a rush to get everyone out and offer unacceptable customer service. I work in retail so I understand what it's like. This is the first time I've written a review for a store, so I promise I'm not just a Nitpicking person, but it's honestly really bad and disappointing experiences every single time I go... read more

This is the brightest, nicest, and most well organized Goodwill I have ever visited. Like all Goodwills, they have a little bit of everything. What's unique about this Goodwill, is they have a computer area setup that looks like a computer store. Computers are turned on, and you can use them, and check their specs to make sure everything is as should be. Also, the aisles are wide, so there's plenty of room to navigate around the store. The ceilings are high, the lights are bright, the store is very clean, and the AC is blowing hard! This was a very pleasant experience to walk around and look at all the stuff. My wife even bought a few things. The checkout line is long, but they have plenty of experience cashiers, so the line moves pretty quick. read more

I want some stuff from treasure island, And they changed price! It was half price for that week color, and they said NO, it's not half price for that stuff!!! Service so bad!!! read more

very over priced and they say handbags are the real thing there not and they charge big bucks for knock-offs they get the stuff free and way over charge read more

Nice new store, however, this store is pricing up like its target. Paying $30 for used shoes at a goodwill is not my cup of tea. They have the tech section set up like a Best Buy. Priced like it too! It is clean and well lit, but it seems like consumers are paying for that. read more

OVERPRICED OVERPRICED OVERPRICED!! WTF I just was trying to buy a tshirt and they wanted 2$ for it. They are crazy who would pay that. I will go again but I will not buy anything. :b read more

I love shopping for men's shirts at this store. I have bought 5 beautiful shirts for $4.99 each. What a great deal.

This is a big store with a good selection. It is clean and seems to be well organized and staffed with friendly people. I recommend this good will to anyone looking for a good place to find a good deal. read more

Worst Goodwill retail store I have ever been to. Extremely overpriced; staff and management shockingly rude. I chose a few pairs of shoes, and miscellaneous other items. At the checkout, I was informed that one of the pairs of shoes was marked wrong, and the price should have been higher. The shoes were well worn, and possibly worth the $3.99 that they were marked, not the $7.99 the cashier was about to charge me. When she would not honor the marked price, I asked for the manager. The woman who came to speak with me was very insulting, and accused me of changing the price sticker! I shared with her that I donate to Goodwill REGULARLY, and shop there often, and even "round up" the total every time to help with their mission. I mentioned that I had even purchased furniture there recently, spending over $200. She persisted, and explained over and over that the sticker price was incorrect, and even asked me to leave the store! Beyond disappointing on all levels. They have lost a devoted supporter, and shopper. read more

consumer fraud alert!!! this store will mark items as authentic, charge accordingly--i.e. hundreds of dollars--then when you have relied on their research of the item and get the item home and start doing your own research and find out the item is a fake and they had to have known that when they put the tag on it stating what it is because they are experienced in researching items on the internet, and you realize that there is not one single thing about the item that makes it look genuine except for a surface resemblance, you realize you have been conned! and the manager of this store, lorraine, will look you right in the eye and state that an article is the real thing when she knows it positively is not! do not send hate mail telling me not to shop there if i don't like their business practices, luckily i don't live in the area so don't plan to be back. this for profit corporation has gotten away with defrauding good, honest people by incorporating itself as a charitable organization so that it does not have to fall under the u.s. laws regarding consumer fraud, because passing off cheap copies of name-brand luxury items at ridiculously high prices, without normal consumer recourse of right to return defective (i.e. fakes) goods, is fraud. when i almost walked away from the purchase because of the price, the manager drew me aside and told me how i could get an immediate discount on the item. read more