This is what thrifting is supposed to be!! We came to browse after a tattoo appointment and I am so glad we dropped by. The shop itself is so darling cute and truly is a little gem. We met Hannah and Hannah who were running the shop and they were absolutely lovely! You can tell they put so much time and effort into making this place what it is. The prices are so fair and what thrifting is supposed to be. Their clothing is $4 dollars and their shoes are inexpensive as well. Their knick knacks were also very well priced and I got a computer bag that was brand new for $12 dollars. They also had mystery fun bags and we HAD to snag one, for $3 it's worth it in the fun of opening it alone. We ended up with some blankets, hats, and a gps and we had a blast tearing it open in the car (we couldn't wait). They also are a plant shop with lots of greenery all over and plants to purchase. I have a black thumb so I stayed away but the prices for them were also unbeatable. I HIGHLY recommend checking this place out. We love how they've curated the space to be and it's so worth the trip. read more

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I stopped by this place as one of two places to drop off my unneeded clothes for donation, as I had sought out alternatives that weren't Goodwill, given how utterly wasteful and awful the company truly is. Besides the fact that parking is a frank issue in this location, what with currently unenforceable requirements to pay for parking (either managed by the private lot or by the City), assuming this is also meant for people who are just stopping by to drop something off, this location is small but very quaint. It is very prone to being very crowded. However, the décor is a worthy sight for sore eyes: it truly is a lovely setup they have. I encountered a couple of lovely women who appeared to be running the shop, and inquired about how much clothing they're willing to take. It seems that they can only take a heavily limited amount of such, and I was able to drop off a kitchen trash bag's worth of clothes. I didn't complain, because I understand (at least mostly, since I fully realised and acknowledged it shortly after I left) the limited capacity they have to work with. The entire transaction was painless and easy. I do recommend stopping here for the reasons above, and to be reasonably wary of the environment you will be getting yourself into. I plan on coming here again if I ever have to donate anything in particular. read more

If I'm in the area and Honest Thrift Studio is open I always stop by. The selection is small, but you can tell somebody cares about what they are choosing to sell in the shop. They have a reputation for having high-quality pieces of clothing, sometimes even designer brands. They are usually cute items for around the home as well. I particularly like that they offer a selection of plants that have been propagated and are pretty healthy, but to be honest they are quite expensive for what you get. read more

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Very cute store but a hidden gem. It's not easily seen from the road it's behind another shop. But next to the garden coffee if you get directions there. They seemed to have a lot of options on reasonably priced things. A little bit of everything. Mainly women's clothing. My 10 year old neice wanted to shop for her bday but unfortunately there wasn't a lot geared towards her age which is ok!! So I'd say if you're a late teen or younger adult def make your way here! They had so many pretty plants to select from as well! read more

Love this thrift store! A small but inviting space, tucked with trinkets and special finds. The prices are low, to keep things moving to their new homes. This place is run by two dynamic humans, who engage each customer with kindness. I also love their beautiful plants they sell. Unusual and a variety of sizes. My new fave place to donate and shop! read more

This was such a super cute shop. In honor of national thrift day, I wanted to go thrifting and this store didn't disappoint. The staff were so sweet and helpful, especially with how to care for each plant. It is small, but has many little treasures all over. I will definitely be back. read more

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Owners are very knowledgeable about plant care and helped us pick out a cute plant for our bathroom!!

Such a fun and eclectic thrift studio! The staff is very welcoming and helpful. There is honestly something of interest for everyone and there is so much to look at. They have a small yet great selection of home goods, clothing, shoes, accessories, plants, etc. The space may be small, but they use every inch of it but they still make it feel and look so welcoming. Great prices too for the value and condition of the items they sell. Definitely shop local! read more

Amazing! The staff is so nice & although this place is tiny, it has hidden gems inside & at a great price!!!

Plans for our San Diego overnight trip included some thrifting. My daughter came across Honest Thrift Studio during her online search. The shop is too cute for words! Although small, the space is nicely laid out with enough room to browse all the thoughtfully placed items -- nothing feels crowded. Customers were respectful and careful around each other. My daughter fell in love with the adorable little Sensitive Plant while the Coral Cactus called to me. We met Terrie at checkout who went over the best way to keep them happy and healthy. She then asked if we wanted to do a "Boomerang". I was confused, but my daughter understood and quickly explained it to me. I was honestly still lost, but we did it. :) Terrie then started me with a loyalty card and took the time to explain how it all works. What a lovely, memorable experience! We are so glad to have found such a wonderful little store. Parking could be a bit challenging, unless you don't mind paying $10 at the small lot right next to it. The cost is reasonable if you're planning to spend some time in Old Town San Diego. read more

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This place is heaven on earth! I find such great deals on any thing I can think of. Some of my favorite home decor and clothing pieces are from this store. Great customer service. read more

100% recommend you stop in! It's beautiful and you feel at home! They are all about quality customer service here! It's not a transactional interaction but genuine quality Interaction. Love it here! read more

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What a cute hidden gem!! I absolutely loved this cute shop which was a mix of a thrift store of a small section of clothing, shoes, decor, furniture, plants and things for sale! I was on the hunt for specific things and if I end up getting to stay in SD I would love to come back and swoop up some amazing finds!! read more

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Small but intimate thrift shop. It's called a thrift studio because it's just one room, but it's curated well enough :) I like that the owner loves her plants and it shows. I think the clothing deals and the thrifting deals are so unique. I don't live near Old Town, so I can't go very often, but when I am in the area, I will certainly visit. read more

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The cutest little thrift store ever.. And if you don't follow them on Instagram, do so! They are so fun and so sweet. I mean, $2 clothes rack, always. That's a win. Tiny but mighty with the cutest treasures. read more

Most genuine, caring, welcoming place I've walked into in a year since moving to San Diego. Jess and Mama Terry welcomed not only myself but my son and treat us as family!!!! I make sure to visit at least once a week if not more since finding them a little over a month ago. I'm so blessed to have met you both along with the lovely ladies at Garden Coffee as well Claire I believe is a absolute doll! Can't wait to keep bringing friends and family for a thrifting/plant/coffee trip. read more

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From $2 clothes to plants in all corners of the shop, Honest is just that. Honest. Jess does not over charge for items that are donated to her shop, as apparent by the cost of her goods. Nor does she turn away the opportunity to converse about horticulture and proper care of you green leaf family members. Jess absolutely enjoys this job as its apparent with her attitude and demeanor towards anyone who walks in. Riker, the shop pup is one of the most well behaved dogs I've had the pleasure of meeting and he is usually laying by the cash wrap and walking around the shop looking for some affection from customers(which he always gets). Small boutique style thrift shop mostly dedicated to plants situated behind a shops on Congress in Old Town San Diego. Street parking is tough depending on time of day however there is a parking lot for the Old Town Historic Park across the street with spots available usually. No direct access to the studios front door so you will have to walk down what looks like an alley on the south side of the "strip center", just look for the signs "Thrift & Plants" and they will direct you. There is a shared restroom with a code so don't be bashful to ask if its needed. The shop however is very small so be aware sometimes you will be shoulder to shoulder especially on days where Jess has a special promotion. She has had BOGO on plants, Buy $10 in gift cards and Get $5 additional, even free bubbly ever so often. Follow them on Instagram @honestthriftstudio to see what all the hub bub is about. Tell Jess "Hi" when you see her and just enjoy the experience. read more

Honest Thrift Studio - Jess is a great owner and truly lives and breathes customer service. From the warm welcome to the impromptu bubbly on select days. - Thrift Stores Near Me - San Diego, California

I love this little thrift store. I always find the best thing you didn't know you needed! the owner and her mother are so kind. Highly recommend this place read more

Brought in a box of items to donate and met the store owner. I cannot say enough about her, she was the ABSOLUTE sweetest human!! She was just so genuinely delightful, she greeted all her customers, she asked to hold items at the register, a lady knocked over a plant and she ran over to assist. She's a one woman show and doing amazing. Her prices were more than fair, the store is adorable and such a fun unique place. I wish I had more to donate to her because she just truly was amazing. Cant wait to be back! read more

Cute store, except I felt like I was being watched intensely when I went in. I was just looking around and taking my time when the owner's mother was staring me down. When I tried to smile at her, she barely gave me a smile back. I'm sure she was trying to see if I was stealing but she wasn't watching any of the other customers in the store like this. I've come to this store quite a bit before but not enough to be considered a regular but everytime it's just the owner herself, I feel welcomed and get friendly vibes but I definitely did not get that this time. Also, the mother said she could hold my stuff at the front of the store for me, which is pretty standard for this store, except they usually did that before when I had an armful of stuff. This time, I had a singular, small item. I really hate to say it but I am Hispanic and look it and I'm not sure if that affected her attitude towards me. I only give it 3 stars because I've had generally good experiences at the store before this, but I don't really think I will go back because I felt really uncomfortable this time. I genuinely love the owner and how nice she is. Her mother just doesn't seem as friendly and she seems to be there quite a bit. The value of the clothes is amazing and you can't get that anywhere. Selection can be a little limited, but there is always something for everyone. read more

beyond amazing experience, out of my 31 years of living i have never experienced such good service in my entire life !

I really don't do reviews but this place is genuinely great, the price is what you'd expect from a true thrift, plus they have the best plant selection I've come across. Seems to be a family business and the people there and beyond sweet. They don't have any men's clothes and there's a bit of a line but it's ultimately super worthwhile, I plan to frequent and if I were u I would too read more

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I love everything about this shop! Plants, clothes, little knickknacks, and Jess with her amazing personality that makes you feel welcomed and somehow always seems to remember me even though I've been there a hand full of times. If you buy a plant from her and you need advice with how to not kill it, she will help!! She knows so much about plants, it's amazing. Anytime we make a trip to SD I make sure we have time to stop here to shop and grab coffee next door. It's not a trip to SD without making a stop at honest thrift store. Really wish we lived closer cuz I would be here everyday. read more

You need to check out Honest Thrift Studio. It is amazing!!! The store used to be in a different and slightly bigger location and when I first discovered the shop, I would greeted with welcoming smiles and warm conversation and a shop dog (named Riker) who is so sweet and loves company! Since moving to the Old Town location, my only regret it that I can't go to the store MORE OFTEN. Jess is so kind and does what she can to remember customers, especially regulars or repeat customers. Honestly the store is even more vibrant, cozy, exciting and lovely in Old town. It is off Congress street so parking is a hit or miss but not bad at all and near so much yummy food AND garden coffee is right next door. You should go get some coffee and refreshments after you shop~ Overall, I just really recommend Jess' shop. You gotta buy a plant, some little knickknacks and things haha read more

One of my happy places! Use to bring everyone who visited me in San Diego here. Wish I could go in on a regular basis but now I live out of state:( miss this place. All the employees are kind, patient and helpful. Small and lovely store. When you go, look high and low for all kinds of treasures. Also go around the bend for a snack and coffee at Garden Coffee read more

Such a cute little thrift store it's super tiny so they only let a few people in at a time All the clothing is 2.00 and great prices on plants read more

My friend recommended going to Honest Thrift after seeing a story in the Union Tribune recently. I was surprised that there was no Yelp listing, but the store just opened on March 1 and the owner has been soooo busy running the store! What a surprising GEM of a shop! We were immediately greeted by owner Jess (who is a total sweetheart) and her amazingly cool dog, Riker...the star attraction! Then we met Jess' mother-in-law, Karen, just as nice, who was using her creative touch to arrange and group items in an extremely pleasing manner! Prices are very competitive and the items have been nicely curated. Because they are so well arranged in a light and airy environment, it's a pleasure to spend time in the store just looking around. I didn't tire out like usually happens at other stores. There is a Daily Deal that gets posted on Instagram and Facebook every morning...what a cool idea. Above all, 10% of the store's profits go to GRACE (Girls Rising Above Child Exploitation). Jess has such a big heart! I bought a really cute Tonala (Mexican pottery) bird for only $3...so happy to find another one for my collection! This store is a must-see for thrift store shoppers. I live far away in North County but I'm going to plan to come back here somewhat regularly. What an awesome find! read more

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I. LOVE. THIS. THRIFT. SHOP! First off, the owner is a genuine sweetheart and really cares about her customers. Her wares or so reasonably priced it's insane! I'm a photographer and I purchase a lot of props here for my clients' photoshoots. I also take advantage of the $2 clothing racks which are INSANE! I once got a Vera Wang black sweater dress here for $2! Yes, you read me correct... $2! VERA FRIKKIN WANG! It's kind of my favourite dress ever not just because of the brand and the fact that it looks great on me but also because it was TWO DOLLARS! Now that isn't to say you can find stuff like that all the time. Inventory is different each time you come. But that's how it works at thrift shops. It's treasure hunting. Another reason to love this place is because it is super doggo friendly. I love seeing her pooch in the store and he's just this big cuddly bear. Did I mention the plants? No? Well, let me tell you, the owner knows all the things when it comes to plants and she has garden sales all the time. My friend and I came in and purchased a lily and she gave us specific care instructions. I'm just in awe and can not say enough nice things. One draw back is parking in old town but that's just unavoidable sometimes. Go here! It's a great place with great people and amazing prices! read more

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I cannot fit my love and adoration for this little studio in one review but here we go... It's exactly as it sounds, a thrift studio so it's quite small but it's almost like going into Ariel's hidden nook and finding knick knacks, thingamabobs, gadgets, and what not lol :) I do enjoy that they only allow 4 folks into the store at once, that way each person can realllly look into the space and come up on random treasures. I mostly come in for plants and plant accessories, you really can't beat their prices on their terracotta pots. It seems each time I come in there's a different variety of plants which is nice, but also very tempting because I seem to walk out with a plant every single time LOL. What really keeps me coming back is the community that Jess & Momma Terrie have cultivated in their small space. Jess & Momma Terrie are so warm and inviting and are helpful from the moment you walk in to the moment you walk out. The 'regulars' of this spot are also so helpful! Just a bunch of random strangers there to help each other out by finding small moments of joy from random thrift finds. The space is exactly as it's intended to be. Highly recommend anyone in the Old Town area to stop by Honest Thrift and if thrifting isn't your thing, take three steps around the corner to their sister business Garden Coffee! read more

What a GREAT owner! And, Riker, the dog is always there! So sweet! The store is small but has a LOT of great stuff. Lots of affordable plants. Definitely will stop by whenever I'm Old Town read more

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What a treasure Honest Thrift Studio is!! The owner and her mom run the place and are the sweetest. It's nice to have a comfy space to visit. There's always new inventory and the clothes are all $2!! The plants are spectacular, too. I recommend stopping by Garden Coffee around the corner. And give both a follow on Instagram. read more

Let me start off by saying Jess (the owner) is one of the most kind and warm hearted people I have met in San Diego. Not only is her shop amazing but so is she. Honest thrift is my go to for alll things plants. Even is one of my little succulents isn't doing to good I know I can turn to Jess to help bring the little guy back to life. Also, I can't write a review without giving Riker (the shop dog) a quick little shoutout, he's such a good boy! *A picture of my own baby with a toy from Honest Thrift* read more

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It's been a long time since I was here, but I recall being very underwhelmed. Small shop with more plants than vintage/thrift items.

Loved this store. I wouldn't necessarily think of It as a thrift store but a plant shop with a rack of clothes. I also found a plant that I had been wanting for awhile read more

reasonably priced and veryyyy cute little shop. definitely recommend for a small trip if you're in the area. more of a "for the vibes" place than somewhere i usually go for thrifting. read more

Jess is a total sweetheart and for any negative reviews that says she's "too bubbly" .. ok, Scrooge bahumbug! Maybe online shopping is more your thing? Jess' Ora is such a pleasure to be around in this horrible time of the world. Her shop is so unique and she truly cares about what product she places out and her consumers (even her pet-sumers). Her prices are awesome. I mean, $2 clothes?! Yes please! I took home 5 items! I drove over 30 miles to visit this store and I don't have any regrets. While you're here pick up a salted caramel cookie from garden coffee because those are to die for!! read more

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a cute little thrift store in old town! I stopped by here one weekend morning to check it out bc the reviews were good. the shop is so adorable, with a lot of plants and knick knacks. the worker was very welcoming and there's a rack of girl clothes for $2! The store is a bit hidden but definitely a spot to check out! read more

I have been wanting to come here for some time. I've seen the 5 star reviews and I knew I had to stop by. If I had a shop, this is exactly how I would dream it would be. Jess is such a welcoming owner. You can feel her love for her shop and the customers. I brought my mom along and she was just in love with the plants as I was. I will definitely be back here!!! Blessings to Jess! read more

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I first visited Honest Thrift Studio almost a year ago and I've continuously visited it throughout the year :) it's a magical place-- full of joy and treasures to seek. There are just so many wonderful items to thrift and lovely plants to buy! read more

I love this place! The prices are great ( I spend wayyyyyy to much money here). The Instagram stories are so fun to watch and make me sad that I can't shop every single day! The service here is amazing! The people are soooo nice. I don't mind waiting outside so that other people can shop! I love how they restock each shop day. I kind of like the small space, there are so many treasures hidden. I love and cherish everything I buy here. My grandma loves the plants! read more