Calling all Vintage, Retro and Antique fans! This is the place to get your collectables in Belfast…read more You've probably seen all their larger items outside the shop on your way out of Belfast and said to yourself, 'I've got to go in there' but never got round to it. Set aside an afternoon and walk across Custom House Square to On The Square Emporium. This vintage shore/auction house has some of the most quirky stock you're likely to find anywhere. They have everything form a human skull to retro cameras! I spent around 40 minutes riffling through their various antiques and furniture items. The only ting I would say is that each item seemed quite expensive although you wouldn't expect anything different for collectables. Also make sure you ask the 'all in' cost of items as some have an added buyers premium - this will keep you right. I absolutely love this shop - more of a museum really without an entrance fee, if you're looking for a signature item of furniture for your home then pay The Emporium a visit.

From the owner: The largest vintage, antique, salvage store in Northern Ireland! A 12,000sq foot treasure trove…read more We are sure to have whatever old item you are looking for! If not, we will find it.

I can't believe I am the first person to review The Cove. This is a true Yelpers paradise. This wee…read moregift shop is literally full to the brim with antiques, cards, gifts and presents that your mum would like. Thy have a huge rang of vintage items set outside the store, this is what actually caught my attention. It's a bit like an upmarket car boot sale. There didn't really seem to be a theme to the items. There was a mix of furniture, household decorations and general bric-a-brac. I loved it - there is something really exciting about sifting through all their products. Almost like a treasure hunt. Antiques collectors would love this place. It also had a range of vintage camera equipment that was behind lock and key. Upstairs houses more modern handmade gifts, cards and part accessories. If you want a unique gift for a loved one or are decorating your home and want something a little different look no further than The Cove! Couldn't recommend it highly enough.

Yes this shop is great. My first car was a Morris Minor, dark blue. I got a little Corgi car…read morejust like it, even the registration number is similar!

As I drive up and down the Newtownards Road I've always wondered what lies inside More Junk, mainly…read morebecause of all the randomness they have sitting outside. I was doing a message along the street and thought finally it was my chance to check it out. More Junk is perfectly named, it is filled with junk of all sorts. Crockery and cabinets, pictures and lamps, DVDs and old coins, it is all there. I nearly had a heart attack as I walked in to find myself face to face with a life size, pretty scary Jack Nicholson statue, random indeed. It reminded me of the flea markets in Berlin, but without the hipsters and beautiful surroundings. It was a bit more junk than kitsch for my liking, but I'll be in again, you never know what a magpie like me might find.

Ideal for collectors of unusual old items, mostly easy to find old items and as the shops title…read moresuggests a lot of it is junk but its worth a look in just for nostalgic reasons, I still believe one day I discover something worth a fortune and not have to work again, one of those Russian eggs or a bit of Faberge glass, I'm not giving up looking!

Belfast gems in Belfast gem run by Belfast gem!!…read more Delightful shop run by the magical Mandy, assisted by her beautiful mother. Had a blast on my visit, picked up some gorgeous jewellery & the kinkiest shoes (which are also somehow tasteful?). Ordinarily I'm not a fan of much chat when browsing places, but the owner of Pretty Vintage is such great company, so helpful & so knowledgeable, you can't help but melt.

Place has more variety then most vintage shops in the area. However, the greatest part was the…read moreexperience with the owner. She was super friendly and helpful in finding the right piece. I love supporting local businesses and this one made my morning. I left when a peice of jewelry that I am treasure for life! Reasonable prices. Cheers!

Wow!! I love antique shops and always go in for a browse around at the old and the beautiful. The…read moreAntique Gallery is no exception! The pieces on show here are fantastic and although my budget rarely passes Ikea its still nice to come and see beautiful original pieces that don't come flat packed in a box. I must also point out that they also sell art, lavish mirrors and beautiful jewellery! If you're looking for a beautiful engagement ring with character and history do have a look as they really are beautiful! (not that I'm pining or anything...)

A shiny, exclusive antiques shop but nevertheless interesting to look at for the grand Georgian…read morefurniture and other 19th century items including tables, cabinets and mirrors displayed in a very pleasing way. This is the place for the serious money on a par with the best of the big London auction houses like Sotheby's or Bonham's - in fact one such catalogue was open with a picture of the same furniture item as was in the shop. They also provide a service for sourcing antiques for those in the running for that sort of thing, but not for those of us better suited to an occasional rummage at Ross's.

Be prepared to look, rummage and ask for help in this shop as it is quite crammed with antiques…read morewhich might look as if they are verging on being junk but they appear like that more because the shop is untidy than anything else. Upstairs there is an extensive collection of old photographs, coins and bottles. Downstairs there are lots of Victorian/Edwardian hall lamps and light fittings, a deers head with antlers (which has been there a while) china, ornaments, prints and pictures. Archives seems to be popular with collectors of things like coins etc, mostly men. If you feel like putting in the effort there's a good chance of finding something interesting here at not a bad price.

Great service. Thanks Great selection of items…read more Really good value for money

E. Lauro is a blast from the past in terms of shops. It looks like a pawn shop because of all the…read morerandom (really random) little trinkets and items strewn across the window. It is in fact, a jewelers. It's just an explosion of gold jewelry, watches, little boxes and various antiques which is a lot for the eye to take in. From venturing into this 2nd hand shop I can only assume that they will buy absolutely anything, anyone's selling. It's run by a strange looking man who just smiles as you walk in. It's quite small so you always feel like he's looking at you as you wonder round trying to find a little hidden gem among the mass of items spread out over 4 glass counters. If you're in the mood for a hunt around for something unusual then this is the place to go.

I'm so pleased shops like this even exist any more. This place is that old it still has the old…read more01232 area code on the shop front! I had the pleasure of calling in to this shop a few days ago and I felt like I was a child again. The dolls houses they have are massive, just what I always dreamed of. Any size, shape, colour you could ever imagine. It's a collector's paradise. In store you can also find various collectible items including chairs, tables dolls and so on and if this is your thing then I'm sure you wouldn't want to miss this adorable little shop. I'm surprised it's still open as this hobby in my opinion would certainly seem to be one that is dying out, but thanks to those who still collect such dainty items they still run a good trade. Most people could probably pass this shop by, but if your interested it's definitely worth your while.

Why have I never gone in here before? I had no idea it was so massive. As you walk in there is a…read morereally big display unit filled with jewelry - i'm assuming it's all second hand but that doesn't matter as there were some really lovely little pieces. The massive selection of earrings caught my eye with all sorts of colors and sizes and, get this, the prices started at around a pound! I'm starting to wonder why I bother paying a fortune cartain other stores when you can help charity, get a lovely piece and pay next to nothing all at one go. If you are a student and you need a desk or a decent TV for a bargain price then this seems to be the place to go. Out the back is crammed with old desks, wardrobes, tables, sofas and chairs all at very reasonable prices - now none of this stuff is modern or scratch/stain free but it is usable and functioning. A real God send if you are strapped for cash but still need a decent piece of furniture. I was really impressed with this charity shop and I will definitely be back in periodically, just to see if there is anything I can make use of in my wee house.

I love this place…read more.. It's got everything you need for moving into a new house from sofas, to chest of drawers and wardrobes. The store gets daily delieveries which means if you miss out on something be sure to take a look again the next day as something bigger and better could have arrived. A little lesson I learned the hard way is to put down a deposit if you see something you like because the items go so fast if you come back at the end of the day it will be gone. The shop is great for student houses as you can pick up bits and pieces for next to nothing and then not feel too guilty about leaving them behind when you have no room in your car when moving. As well as furniture the store does a few rails of clothing which is worth a quick look for some bargain basics.

Just don't go in- you'll never leave!!…read more This quietly unassuming second-hand bookshop halfway up North Street will steal your time, but in a great way. From the outside it doesn't look that big, but step inside and you find yourself in a tardis, with books piled from floor to ceiling, winding backwards and sideways and crammed into every possible place. While it can initially be a little intimidating by the sheer volume, everything is organised into genres and between fiction and non-fiction so finding things is easier than you initially think. The fact that the books are second hand means you might find little gems that you wouldn't see piled neatly in the chain stores because publishers tell them too, and you might stumble across a book or author you'd never even considered. If you can't find what you are looking for, don't be afraid to ask, these guys are super friendly, and at the prices they charge who would bother with a kindle! I'll be back, when I've a couple of hours to spare. :-)

Keats & Chapman is magnificently deceptive. Tiny in appearance from outside but an absolutely…read moremassive treasure trove of a bookstore inside. I love second hand bookshops and this is one of the best. Visit and I promise you'll spend ages exploring. An amazing Aladdin's cave with a huge range on offer. I love the art book section, I love it all, I just love bookshops like Keats & Chapman. Black Books, eat your heart out!