One of the few underrecognized gems of 18th Ave N line, which has grown so much in the last decade but continues to retain its historic Italian presence. My mother who moved from the city misses this place the most. Fortunately this store is still the same as I remember it from my childhood, albeit a little more interesting now that I have a frame of reference! You can think of it as a cozier version of Burlington's. There are many discounted brand name clothes here; the ones I've gotten here are somehow much nicer than the ones I've gotten directly from the brand. This might be due to the meticulous selection process that items coming in here must go through, with the business's model and absence of space to really become another Marshall's/TJMaxx or Target. Which is fine with me - I prefer this handpicked variety, and there are still so many options to choose from, and restocking so frequently, that I never feel lacking. I really like the velvet coat hangers for the price, the winter coat selection, the shoes that I can comfortably wear to interviews and work. There are some comfy blankets and plush throws upstairs, they made for great holiday stocking stuffers. read more

Someone recommended I go in there and buy a shirt because I was going to a local restaurant and they had nothing but clutter all over the place.. The only employee was located behind the counter, so I couldn't find any help to assist me in my purchase. The entire store is clutter and very confusing so I do not recommend read more

Quality clothes, good prices. Thes ervice is ok here. I feel these people are nice and easy to work with. Came in with some questions and I was looking for soemthing specific and they were all very helpful. read more

Neighborhood department store. Good variety of stick items. Nice place to buy clothing and home goods. Prices are reasonable. There is always a sale on specific items. Seasonal clearance are best time to shop. read more

My go-to store for cheap underwear. Most of the floor stock people don't speak English (well or otherwise), a lot of things have a weird musky imported odor, and there's a lot of low quality clothes/shoes/houseware. But sometimes you find a gem and it's exactly what you were looking for. The housewares section upstairs actually has some useful stuff, but most things are overpriced for the quality you're getting. On the plus side, there seems to be an ice cream truck perpetually parked out front. read more

Telco Discount Stores - Discount Store Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Very big and busy discount store on 18th avenue. Can get messy at times because of it's size but they have a great variety of cheap everyday items. Don't expect a quiet easy shopping expereince, and if you can get past that you will get your product at a low price. They have some brand name items and oddball, off brand stuff that makes the store fun to shop. Customer service is hit and miss, it all depends on who you ask. You can probably predict their answer to your question just by looking at them, so they lose a star for that, otherwise look around and have fun! read more

Telco Discount Stores - Discount Store Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Everytime I come to this store it feels like people are on top of me. The clothes department is viscous people really killing themselves to get that $4 shirt. You can find good stuff but I suggest you get there early on a weekday so you can shop in peace. read more

God bless this Telco store. Dear Zeus, please don't ever take this store away. For 40 dollars and change I got three plain cotton shirts, two pairs of jeans, and pairs of jogger/funky pants. Seriously, where do you get prices like that anymore? read more

Telco- where have you been all my life? Seriously, I need to come to Bensonhurst more often because of the discount clothing shopping. They have cute dresses, tops, workout clothes, and everything in between for less... much less. They have a decent shoe section as well. The upstairs is filled with home decor and bath items. They have discounted kitchen appliances and dish sets. I also saw a lot of bed sheets and bathroom rugs for decent prices. They have the best odds and ends here I would definitely come back if I had more time. I didn't end up getting anything because I was in a rush. I hope they have a dressing room as well so I can try on the clothes the next time I'm in town. read more

This is definitely a popular shopping area on 18th ave. when I was young I remember making my long treks to this area from my part of bensonhurst near 86th street to this 60ish street area (hey thats long for a kid!) to shop for random goodies. This place, you never know what they will have from good brand names to crazy funky things you wont find in a normal store (simpsons boxers! homers face all over my tush, who wouldnt like that) I remember coming home from the city after i bought what i thought was a cute shirt, then i stopped by this place and found a cute shirt for two bucks! and it totally trumped on the cuteness. and sometimes youll find decent knock offs on your fave things, like vans slip ons. ( but hey im a discount shopper and i like how certian knock offs look cooler than the thing they are trying to copy) youll find absolutely everything you need, like random house goods, at discount prices, perfect for your typical brooklyn family prepare to RUMMAGE! read more

Wow.....! :D *Great customer service.Check. *Nice selection of name brand clothes.Check. *Super low out let prices.Check. *Come to Bensonhurst and save, save, save @ Telco's Discount store.* read more

Definitely one of the most popular stores in the neighborhood. Great place to pick up some cheap clothes among other things. There was this one time maybe three or four years ago - some of the staff seemed to be without pants. Just really long shirts, maybe with shorts underneath? It was like employee no-pants day? read more

My mother is a longtime customer of Telco and has been to several of its locations- this store is the only one where she consistently has negative experiences. There is no sign that there is no available elevator, even for senior citizens with disabilities, and my mother was not able to carry her merchandise down the staircase. No staff member offered assistance. Then, at the register, items that were clearly marked as being 25% off in multiple areas (including the front window) were ringing up full price or 20% off. When my mother told the cashier that the items were supposed to be 25% off, she called her manager, who insisted that the items were 20% off. When my mother corrected them again, the manager then went to look, and confirmed after having my mother wait several minutes, that my mother had indeed been correct. There was no apology, but instead another wait to override, even though the correct percentage went through. In this particular Telco, the customer is always wrong. This is not a good way to do business. read more

I love Telco. They have practically everything and they are so cheap. If I need a pair of knockaround jeans, cheap boxers, socks, shirts etc I come here. The upstairs has great household items, as an amateur cook I love all the cooking supplies they have, recently they had the cool scrub buddy sponge from Shark Tank for only 2 bucks each. When I first moved to Bensonhurst a few years back I got all my bathroom and kitchen supplies here. Also dont sleep on their DVD rack, I recently got the entire old Superfriends series (you know the one wth the Legion of Doom and the Wonder Twins) for 10 bucks. Sure the place is a bit haphazard with the racks forming a maze but I think thats part of the discount fun! read more

It's nice to go here. I buy stuff here when I go to 18th ave. They provide a lot if products I can use in handy. The only problem is their no food and drink policy. I know we can't bring drinks in but I see other people bringing drinks in and out while I get caught buy the guy who has glasses. read more

This place is perfect if you want to look cute and still save some money....Its got some really cute outfits for really cheap prices and the quality is good as well...one of my favorite places to shop at... read more

This is one of the best discount stores you'll find.I can't believe some of the great deals I've gotten here on really stylish stuff,like Victorias Secrets panties for 49 cents a pair,or a Kenneth Cole bag for $10,and they have a wide selection.Definetly worth checking out. read more

It is a good store with a large selection of goods. Prices I also like there. The store is large enough. The staff is friendly enough. read more

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This is great store to find great bargains. I especially love their home section. They have great deals on sheets, towels, shower curtains, etc. Yes some of the items here are irregulars, but they are when you go shopping in stores like loehemans, Marshalls and Century 21. And the good thing is here they don't have the long lines. read more

OOOOH!!!! how i love Telco. i like going to discount clothing stores. they're affordable, fashionable, NAME BRAND, and something for everybody. i swear, whenever i feel low i just pop right in a Telco and buy some undies for $1.99. how awesome is that. it's a great place to buy men's clothing... especially if you're into the "Rocawear, Enyce, Sean John, Celebrity (??), Screen Tee's (w/ funny writing), American Rag, etc" and girls, you can find: "New York & Co, Bellozzo (my fav!!!), Forever 21 (wha??? haha), Abercrombie & Fitch, Juicy Couture, BabyPhat, J. Crew, etc." it's great. read more

Normally very good store and merchandise. Bought package of 6 pair mens boxer briefs for ten bucks. Brand name "michael adams". Do not buy this brand. This is funny, they have no flap. Lol. Who manufactures mens underwear with no flap and Telco has a no return policy for this. I couldn't tell from looking at it in the store. Funny but bad business. read more

Their home items upstairs are a great deal, but I realized why their prices on clothing and other fabric materials are so cheap: BED BUGS. I am a hygienic person, and don't shop at thrift stores because of bed bugs. Well, I purchased a few items from Telco, and I didn't even wear them, and got a few bed bug bites from handling them. I know it is bed bugs because of the bites and because I saw a small one. I am so upset because I know bed bug infestations can be hard to beat. Until there comes a rating like restaurants have for clothing stores regarding bedbugs, please shop at more well known stores that has a budget to treat their stores annually. Fabric items from 99 cent and other discount stores have the same issue. You can purchase even nicer items for just $5 - $10 more from Mandees, Forever 21 or H & M or at outlets for $20 - $50 more, but that will last you 3 years longer than cheaper items. I will seriously restrict purchases to non-fabric home items to avoid any bed bugs. Even keeping them in sealed bags as I usually do until I launder didn't help. read more

I like this place! Been coming here for years. The quality of most of the clothing is great! They have great cotton t-shirts for ladies 3 for $10, it's all I get and i gotta say they are good. But I will mention, the security guy at the door is AMAZING!!! The sweetest person, helpful, considerate, super polite. His name is "Jeffery" Telco is very lucky to have a great person like that working for the company. read more

I rarely give review on yelp and this lady has very rude attitude towards customer! She doesn't let customer touch or check out the item on the shelf and when I asked this lady to show me the item on the shelf instead, she refused! Also, there isn't any sign in the store saying no pets allowed in the store, I bought my dog with me and My mom was holding him in her hand, but somehow my dog tail touch her hand when she walked passed by my mom, she demanded my mom to apology to her! My mom doesn't speak English at all, and I told her it was an accident to touch your hand, and she forced my mom to apology to her! We obviously didn't listen to her and she's way too rude and unprofessional to the customer!! People! Please do not go this shop with your pets or you will be treated like a pet! read more

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If Telco didn't earn the 4 stars before they definitely did now. Picture this - you have this pair of wedge sandals that you LOVE and they are about 4 years old and are starting to bite the dust so all summer long you have been on the lookout for a new, similar, equally comfortable-yet-stylish pair of sandals. Then, one unassuming evening you have to buy a new pair of sheets (hint to party hosts - if you're hosting a brunch, and the tomato juice runs out do not allow your guests to then drink straight shmirnoff...no matter how much they may want to. Unless you want to have to buy new sheets.) and you step into a store like Telco with sandals no where near the top of your mind and there BEHOLD atop a stand that says $5 (yes, Five Dollars) sits the absolutely perfect pair of black wedge sandals...as though they were just waiting to fill the shoes (ouch, that hurts even me) of your beloved old pair, and not a day too soon for the old sandals have lost half of the footbed...and are torn at the strap... Oh, and next to the sandals is a totally cute pair of black heels that were ALSO $5 and also walked the line between comfy and cute and also came home with me and now I want it to be fall so I have an excuse to wear them. and yes, I bought some new sheets too. mission accomplished. They were $10. total bill= $20.98 and so much happiness achieved for such a small sum. read more

a great place to go if you are looking cheap, inexpensive every day items. during the holidays they have a great selections of ornaments and decorations for a fraction of the cost. they have everyday household items much cheaper than anywhere else and its good quality. Usually its just defective like socks or something but you can't really see the defect when you purchase them, its more probably of a manufacturer's defect than anything else. read more

Lately this place has been such a hit for me. I've gotten many cute clothes for such a great price. They're a pretty big store compared to the one on avenue U. The 2nd floor is mostly for household supplies while as the first floor is for clothes and shoes. Happy hunting! read more

I have been into this store so many times over the last few years, cant remember how many. Still got t-shirts and socks and stuff that I have paid very cheap for and still in good quality after so many washes. And I must say 2X too, which is hard to find. Like Batman, Green Latern, smurf, marvel t-shirts and more. Don't get me wrong it is a hit or miss with this store, so you need to be patient if you cant find what you want, you might get it next time. read more

Telco is defiantly the place to go to for low budget shopping. It has a variety of clothing that range from things like underwear to jeans. I personally shop here for the socks and underwear. Other products of theirs don't interest me as much. Most of the workers are foreign with heavy accents so you might not get the help you might be looking for. The clothes their are not top notch but worth the cheap money you are paying for. If you spend some times in the store I can assure you that you will eventually find something that interests you that is worth buying. Defiantly recommend shopping here if you need some working clothes for a low price! read more

whenever I'm in a store like this I feel bad for someone who would have to shop here on a regular basis and I fear having to.

I have been a customer of Telco stores for many year, especially on 18th ave. Now I live in Gravesend and visit the locationon Ave U. Recently I had to return one item from a purchase I made. The manager was very rude and insulting. She insulted me by talking about me as if I wasn't there. Very nasty and very poor customer service skills. Her name was Lana. I made my purchase and return at the Ave u location. She is a poor reflection on this business. read more

when in bensonhurst on 18th st it's a must to visit telco for cheap clothing, housewares , personal items and much more. the times and people have change as this once italian hood is now mostly china and who enjoy finding bargains like the rest of us. the quality of clothing and accessories may not be grade a but for the prices you really can't complain much . the main level is clothing , shoes , etc and the upper level which is via the steps has plenty of stuff for the home as i grabbed a few lamps and picture frames for the crib. i usually pick up some tube socks which last as long as you would expect for 3 bucks for 5 pairs and always look around the footware section as you can score some decent brand sneakers at frugal prices . the folks who work here are limited in the verbal skills department but they do keep it place neat and organized . if you find yourself in bensonhurst i would recommend a visit to telco discounts on 18th ave . read more

I usually shop at Telco for the white knee hi's (3in pack for $0.99.) Comes in handy when you work in the nursing field and daily you must wear a clean fresh new pair and at the end of my shift in the garbage they go. I also like their upstairs dept for household items many nice things for the home. The nice young gentle man who is at the entrance of the door he is so cool and you always find him chatting with Telco's customers and he is always smiling and greeting Telco's customers very nice guy. Telco should feel privilege to have him working there you can tell customers love him. As for the cashiers they need to not chat so much among each other when ringing up customers. They should concentrate more on the customers not chat chat with each other and they need to greet the customer and say "Thank you" when giving the customers the receipt at end of the transactions most of them do not even say a simple "Thank you". I have myself said "Hello" when I start to put my things on counter and no respond because the cashiers are too busy yapping among each other and at the end no "Thank you". Ladies a little more customer service towards your customers thats what pays your salaries. As for the lady who I believe is the manager. All I can say is "Lord have mercy", its a department store not a beauty pageant. She should at least smile and greet the customers making sure all is going smoothly. Some people tend to forget the customer is what keeps a store going and salaries paid. The nice gentleman at the door is the one that says "Thank you" and have a nice day. The cashiers and the manager can learn from him. I am sure Telco's customers look forward to his awesome personality he has. I have heard many customers say how they love his very nice personality and how respectful he is. I agree with them. read more

always loved telco when living here before, since then they made many changes as well as improvements, plenty of good deals

Very convenient, great selection,got scrubs and body cream with a hot bluish top for below $30, what a deal

Love this place especially the door man . Who always says hello with a smile to all ! The little things count the most

This is another emotional place for me. I've spent many hours of my childhood going here to shop with my mother, my aunts, and my grandmother, of blessed memory. Lots of family presents were bought and exchanged here, over the years, and it is a throwback to the old 18th Avenue, for me, when you had Trunzo's on the next block, and before all the banks, frozen yogurt shops, and Chinese markets. They used to be on the next block, and the current location used to be Berta 67, which had very beautiful and unique items for the home, kitchen, and bathroom. Berta's is completely gone from Brooklyn now, sadly, as the clientele who shopped there passed on. But Telco seems to have adapted to the new immigrants, as most workers don't speak ANY English whatsoever, and the selection and quality isn't as good as it once was. Nonetheless, it's a good place to pick up cheap items for the home. I wouldn't trust most of the clothing sold here; I'd be afraid they either pirated it off trucks or got it off cadavers. I definitely enjoy shopping upstairs in the household section, even if only to browse. It makes a good activity on a boring Bensonhurst afternoon. read more