I had limited time to browse the bargain hunter's beauty that is Ollie's Outlet, but how I wish I…read morehad several hours to scour the store's shelves. This is one of the the best discount stores I have ever seen, and I've been to a lot all over the world.
Ollie's is a genuine, bonafide, real OUTLET, not a dollar store type place or one with "fake" items that are manufactured to sell wholesale. No, this is the real deal, a store that's packed with buyouts, overstocks, and closeouts and prices that are (almost always) fantastic steals. Think of it as a legit version of Big Lots.
What sort of stuff did I find here? Espresso machines, household goods (cleaning products, appliances, cooking gadgets), food (ketchup, soup, sugar free candy), nice rugs, toys, luggage, electronics, garden hammocks, electric razors, basketballs, car jumper cables, dog beds...the list goes on and on. If you're looking for something, you may find it here -- and you'll get it for 70% or more off the retail price!
This particular location has a phenomenal selection of books. Ollie's is a great place to stock up on gifts for literally anyone on your list.
I wish I had an Ollie's near me in the Southwest, I'd probably go once a week. Heck, it may even be worth a plane ticket back to North Carolina just to shop here.