Best thrift store in Wilmington, North Carolina (NC) 2025

Rarely anything good on the shelves, but employees are nice and the store is pretty clean. One thing I really can't stand is that they write prices on items in black marker. Why??!! Every other thrift store I go to uses price tags. I know Goodwill in other cities use price tags, so I don't think it's a Goodwill policy to use black marker, I think it is laziness. I'm not going to shop at GW anymore because of this. I mean, who's brilliant idea is it to write prices on crystal, silver and wood? ~Natasha

This is absolutely without a doubt my favorite thrift store in Wilmington! The staff and volunteers are an absolute joy to be around. Very clean and organized store and always have new treasures. Prices are ridiculously cheap. Always find something when I go!! ~Kristy

Restore is great for finds and deals on furniture and construction items. If you are going to the different locations be aware that pricing can be very different at each and apparently they are all managed differently, be ready for inconsistencies in procedures as well according to the cashier working at 3rd. The prices at 3rd are much higher than Ogden or Myrtle Grove locations. Plus you can't use your phone number for the rewards card at 3rd. make sure you have your card. The stores are always clean and friendly folks. ~Ashley