I am a sucker for visiting independently owned-and-operated thrift stores as they sometimes have…read moremore of a vast selection of merchandise to choose from than your average Goodwill. This takes me to "Community Thrift Store" that is located in the heart of the Mission District - San Francisco. Located directly on Valencia St. and adjacent to 17th St, this very popular thrift store has been serving its customers dating as far back as the mid-1980's. I came here on a whim as I just finished buying some baked goods at nearby Tartine Bakery (a must-try if you're in the area). Parking can be hit or miss but I would advise coming here by public transit (Bart/Muni), rideshare, or simply by bike or foot. The exterior part of the building is a distinctive hot pink color that gives it a strikingly bright charm. Once inside, you will notice just how much space is occupied as every square inch is utilized to its full potential. Usually when I shop at a thrift store, I walk out with at least a few items that are really cool finds. However, during this experience, I left empty-handed and walked out with the same amount of money I had when I came in. From what I noticed, many of the items (which includes clothing, kitchen items, and other knick-knacks) were quite pricey. For example, I saw a pair of Levi's jeans that looked GREAT; only problem is that they were asking $29. There was even a small stain as the jeans should've been less than $10. I even saw a very nice glass casserole baking dish w/lid but even at $25, I could find this same item at Target or even HomeGoods around the same price. I am not stingy but thrift items should not be costing an arm and a leg. I will say that their selection is quite extensive with a ton of men's/women's/children's clothes, purses, book, electronics, furniture, area rugs, music (vinyl records, CD's, cassette tapes), housewares, and other odds and ends that is sold here. But unless there is an item I really want, I don't think I will be making any future trips back here. Again, don't let this review deter you from shopping here. What someone else might find as a diamond in the rough might be classified as junk to others. What that said and done, I am giving "Community Thrift Store" just an average three star rating.

I really wanted to love this thrift store but I did not. There were several items that had stickers…read moreall over them with different prices. It was unclear which price was the accurate price, is it the lowest price or the price on the item the most? The store is pretty big however Items were way overpriced in my opinion for the condition they were in. (kitchen and houseware items, especially) I did find a curio cabinet I wanted to repurpose as an altar for our pets that passed but it was not marked and I walked around looking for someone who worked on the floor. I didn't want to wait in the pay line to ask a question and I did not want to be rude and walk up in front of a customer to ask my question. My suggestion would be to remove the old stickers if a price changes and have (identifiable) employees on the floor to assist customers with questions. I ended up giving up and leaving. :(

One of the many thrift stores I visited while visiting SF. Probably one of my favs! Very reasonable…read moreprices and staff is super friendly - would def come again :)

First time here. Great selection - items ranging from modern to retro and even some vintage. I…read morespotted a vintage women's trousers with union tag in the $1.99 rack there were a few orange tab Levi's (priced $40) and awesome 100% wool sweaters, leather jackets and denim selection is top notch. The person working was making sure all the hangers were in place and nothing fell onto the floor as well as greeting everybody.

In counter response to Hernandez A.'s negative review of the Valencia Street Salvation Army, I am a…read morelong time supporter of this Family Store location and Maria has always been a consistent bright spot at this store: professional, hardworking, and unfailingly respectful--even when dealing with customers who don't extend the same courtesy. Yelp isn't your personal grievance diary and taking a public swing at a longtime employee says more about you than it does about her. If you genuinely felt wronged, the adult move is to address it with management directly. As a person of color myself, tossing around accusations like racism in a review without substance isn't advocacy--what it is, is lazy, flippant and overreach. As for the store itself: Salvation Army Thrift Store continues to do what it's always done--support people who actually need it. Yes, prices may be up slightly (I only thrift clothes and shoes so increase is between $1-$5 across the levels), but they're still well below most local thrift competitors, and the mission behind the register matters. As a side note, the new rewards program is a great new added incentive! The Valencia team shows up, works hard, and treats people with respect. If that's not enough, no one's forcing you to shop here--feel free to take your expectations (and attitude) elsewhere.

Really great store with a great collection yeah just a great time overall found some cool thingsread more

Easiest goodwill drop off location! Just don't go too close to closing time because occasionally…read morethe trucks are full and they can't take donations for the day anymore. When it's not full, all you have to do is drive up and through like a drive through, take your stuff out of your car, and sort them into the different bins. Then drive out. Easy peasy and a good goodwill donation drop off location.

Easy drop-off, friendly reception, fast interaction, and you can scan QR code for donation slip or…read morerequest a physical receipt. This is my favorite drop-off spot in the city.

While I have an attractive and youthful demeanor, and a rocking hot bod, I realized that most of my…read moreshirts are cropped. And well, I'm in my 30s so that's weird. EVERYTHING can't be cropped. I did a major closet clean out and expunged my SHEIN, crop tops and prized clothes that fit in my 20s that I can no long mash my plump buns into. 2026 is going to be the year I turn into a fine auntie who wears quality materials. But I had 2 garbage bags full of clothes that had to go, including the fur coats my aunt gave me from this old dead person she befriended (she befriends rich Caucasian people near the end of their life, and I usually get the hand-me-downs, including some wonderful Egyptian cotton sheets!) Enter Buffalo Exchange, a way I could get rid of all my crap and also exchange it for better crap. Every day Buffalo exchange buys clothes, all day. In the olden days you had to just show up and wait, but in the digital age, you can go on their website and sign up ahead of time and it will let you know what the estimated wait time is! I've done that twice & the first time it worked out really well for me, but the second time the website threw me off the waitlist right before it was my turn. Luckily the workers were reasonable and still took me. The wait times IRL can be longer than the website suggests because people like me bring in garbage bags full of clothes, so don't plan to be in a rush. While waiting, you can peruse their assortment of clothes. If you're selling clothes, you get store credit worth 50% of what the clothes would sell for, or you can get 25%, so if you find something you like and you're a selling clothes, it's worth it to opt for store credit. I bought so much stuff The first time I didn't make any money from those fur coats! All in all, I'd say it's a great way to both clean out your closet and exchange it for clothes that better suit your lifestyle. We really should be stepping away from fast fashion and Thrifting is a great way to get a unique piece that nobody else has!

Ayo The staff are a little too sassy here. Not surprised to see the yelp reviews. Like a lot of…read morecustomer service workers, they pay negativity forward- they got treated badly by someone before you, and now it's your turn :) Oh and they have clothes here too

Good spot! This location is generally a little harder to navigate than the one on Polk Street,…read morebecause the women's section is upstairs. But I have found lots of cute dresses here, and some good housewares! Can't wait to go back for their next 2$ sidewalk sale!

This place doesn't want used furniture, they fresh of the box new furniture . If it has one little…read morescratch on it they will not take it. So don't waste your time waiting for them to come pick up your used furniture because they are going to refuse it.

In front of the shop there are some clothes for a few dollars. There was a small pile of free…read moreclothing as well-- nothing special. Inside are several rooms with some racks of clothes, jewelry, and also some housewares---vases,dishes,pillows and handcrafts--- and shoes. Not a big selection but that could change depending on what comes in. If you like books, there are some old books to look through.If someone needs a black beaded dress, there is one inside. a pile of cloth face masks and others randomly on other piles.It is an eclectic mix of items with some older antique-looking items that would be great for your home decor.

yooo this place is cool! Its *so* hard to find jeans at thrift stores, especially in the common…read more32-34 waist size for men. This place has a HUGE selection of pants and jeans for men though (score) and some of the denim was new with tags(??) I ended up getting some new dark blue denim jeans - they had so much selection I even got a pair with the right hue to match my denim coat hah! The curtain changing "room" is a little uncomfy (unless youre into voyeurism? lol not judging) and it really needs a mirror closer by, but otherwise a great experience. They even let me wear the jeans to the check out and beyond, so I could look denim delicious and shake my money maker all the way down Valenica :D

Kinda stank, mid clothes but I HAD to buy these true religions they were so cute but omfg as im in…read morethe dressing room, sorry DRESSING CORNER LITERALLY TWO FEET OF SPACE IF THAT but no mirror like girl... Then im like ayy chill I finally found jeans i like that fit dont fret. No girl youre about to fret bc then I look up and theres a mf ring camera bro. Like yeahh this is awkward Yes it's to see the whole store but girl i know damn well you can see into the dressing room let's not sayThen when I go to pay (tap) so you have to put in the price on the reader, she puts $43 thinking I wouldn't notice when the tag CLEARLY says $29.99 I clocked that reall quick and she tried to play it off like an accident when you literally cant accidentally do that??Girl I just gave you a free show basically, I shouldve robbed her broke ah. Also this is right across the street from my school (ccsf) so that makes it even weirder I feel.

Beautiful place for the art! I liked this space and how it hosts different art forms under one roof…read moreis exciting to see. Place is clean and inviting. People are nice.

I've been to The Faight Collective a few different ways through Sofar Sounds shows, private events…read morewith friends, and their meetup-style community nights and it's always a good time. The space itself is super funky, quirky, and fun, tucked below an art gallery with artwork throughout, which gives it a really unique, creative vibe. There is a bar downstairs and they have a great selection including mocktail options It's one of those places that feels a little unexpected in the best way, and every event I've been to there has had a great energy and is intimate. The only downside is that there's just one bathroom, which can lead to really long lines and wait times during events. Otherwise, no complaints definitely a spot I'd keep coming back to.