Goodwill

Bargains galore mostly from Senior estates. Have seen things here that I haven’t seen since my childhood! Prices are mostly great, but sometimes valued at questionable «what we’re they thinking prices». It’s hit it, buy it or its gone. A lot of fun.

I’m not too impressed with the selection here but the place is clean and organized.

This is a pretty nice little Goodwill! I tend to find something I like almost every time I come here. Goodwills do tend to be a little more expensive than other thrift stores, but the overall quality of items are better, too. The employees at this location are welcoming and friendly. The last time we we were here, the line was getting a bit long … so while the cashier was working on a purchase, the manager was getting everything ready for the next one coming up. Definitely worth a stop whenever in the area.

This Goodwill is very small, but they got better selection of stuff. The staff is very friendly and are helpful when ask them a question. This Goodwill is also the most organized thrift shop I’ve ever seeing. My only negative things about the store some of their stuff is a little over priced.

very clean!!! Doesn’t have the usual thrift store smell. Items are a little pricey but there are hidden treasures everywhere. They have fake plants for great prices and everything is VERY ORGANIZED. They offer 10% off for students and military

Went in today for the first time — although I always drop off donations here, I have never been in. The store was super clean, tidy, and sorted by color. The staff is very friendly and super helpful. They keep that store so clean, one staff member must have sweeped by us with the broom about 5 times. There are fitting rooms to try clothes on as well. The store is open long hours — didn’t realize they are open until 8pm on most nights until I checked. The quality of the items are higher end; I saw many name brand designers in stock.

Always find something I could use. Nice jeans, new pans. Best thrift store in the area. Love donating my son’s clothing as well. Very nice staff and manager.

Okay, folks… been meaning to write this for a long time! I’ve been a thrift store shopper for most of my adult life, and that’s a long time… haha. Since I live right here in Rancho Bernardo I’ve been pretty much a regular since the first week it opened.
Despite being on the smaller size compared to other Goodwill stores I’ve been to over the years, this one gets the Gold Star for friendliness, cleanliness and over all good vibes.
This store has consistently had the friendliest staff from top to bottom since it opened. Not only are they genuine and helpful, they’ll engage you in conversation and really make you feel at home. This is the kind of ambiance that is lacking in most businesses today.
While the merchandise is hit or miss, that’s to be expected of donated goods, and the pricing for the most part seems fair, though there have been a few times I’ve rolled my eyes at some things.
Another plus is the Employment Services office that is also on the premises. Aurora Toledo is the professional who helps folks with their employment search. She works hard to find a match for you and her optimistic attitude is contagious and welcome.
Indeed whenever you walk in the front door you’re greeted with the now familiar «Welcome to Goodwill“by a smiling staff person. Though it may come across as a perfunctory effort, rest assured these folks are genuine and do care about your experience.
The only downside to this location is that it’s size is such that they don’t have much space for furnishings and larger items, but it’s more than made up for by the over all experience. Please don’t change.
As for the lone one star reviewer, clearly you were having a bad day and needed to get back to Michigan where surely the customer service is far superior… NOT.

BEST GOODWILL EVER. ;-)
The staff of this Goodwill are always on point. From helping unload (even the heaviest and hugest) donations straight out of your car, to making sure only the best quality items reach the sales floor for their customers, and to top the cake they’re always greeting you with an honest, friendly smile and welcoming you to the store. This store is always beautifully merchandised to make shopping easy and fun, and everyone is always willing to help with anything and everything.
As far as what you’ll find on the racks… it’s something new every day! I’ve seen Tory Burch purses, true religion jeans, St. John knits, and so much more good stuff for insanely affordable prices. If that’s not enough for ya, keep in mind all your purchases go straight towards Goodwill’s purpose — getting people jobs. If that doesn’t make ya feel good I don’t know what will.
xoxo

Decided to drop by here after running an errand to try my luck on finding a particular book I’d been hunting for (I love finding hardcovers for ridiculously low prices without having to pay for shipping).
After walking in, I took one look around and almost went back outside to check to make sure I’d entered the right store. This is the cutest, cleanest, most well kept Goodwill I’ve ever seen! It’s certainly not the biggest one, but has a very nice and functional flow to each of the sections. It’s well organized and didn’t smell like funk. They have a lot of clothing that still have the original price tags and many of them are well known brands!
I complimented the store manager on the generally nice atmosphere, paid for my item and walked out with the book I had been looking for. A dollar ninty-​nine well spent, I’d say.

Best thrift shop in town for fashions popular with the preps, and local old people on golf courses. Decent book selection. This is definitely a fancier Goodwill. Because this is a suburban SoCal goodwill in a newer neighborhood it’s a little too trendy for thrift shop fans who like collecting old stuff.
Stuff is priced according to what brand name lovers prefer in comparison to most thrift shops because its not a down to earth neighborhood AT ALL. However, that means the well made stuff from brands less popular (think, less for trendy fashion collectors so more sturdy and classic) is even more underpriced than expected by thrift shop standards.
They have some trippy hippieish costume jewelry from 1980 I think.
The service is excellent. They have a convenient career center that is great for stopping by for help.
If you love spending on designer without feeling guilty then stop by here for discount used high end stuff. One time I found a used Men’s Armani accidentally not locked away here. Generally even their locked away stuff is just enough less high end than Armani to be preferred by clothes hoarders more generally.
Seriously. This location is too expensive for poor people and cheapskates yet too underpriced to attract more of the fashionable people looking for fancy stuff. They really should price some of their stuff higher to make it more obvious its of a high quality.
This location is too hip for me personally and could use better lighting. Also could use more books. Goodwill should invest in lighting more because I hear too many raves about the lighting which is not bright enough IMO.

Dear Goodwill, I think it is time you had a reality check. You are a thrift store. Not a high end boutique. No one, I repeat NO ONE is going to spend $ 25 for a pair of Walmart sunglasses. Especially, if they are used, and scratched up. I think with the popularity of thrifting these days you have forgotten what you really are, in an effort to get more money. I do not think that what you have become, is what Malcomore, sung about. If you walk into your stores with only $ 25 dollars in your pocket today, you wouldn’t get too far. I stopped in today with my family. (Hub 2 kids and me) First let me say that I wish they had carts with child seats in them, but then if they did you couldn’t pretend that you are in some posh high end shop that belongs on Rodeo Dr. The store is so tiny, don’t even bother bringing a stroller in here either. I don’t think they are up to fire codes with the spacing of the aisles, and unfortunately I think anyone who happens to be wheelchair bound wouldn’t be able to move in here. That said I was in the mood for a treasure hunt. So I dove in. A few things caught my attention, but when I looked at the price, it was at least as expensive as it is new, if not more so. $ 10 dollars for a plastic tea set toy, that was missing half its pieces. $ 15 dollars for a Forever 21 top. UMM… People, these are used, donated items! Maybe if Goodwill didn’t waste so much money on tv and radio ads the prices would go down some. Again, I want to remind you, that you, Goodwill, are a thrift store. I didn’t really even mind the prices, I was willing to dig deep and find a treasure. My son wanted to look for new books. He’s my little book worm, and with as many as he reads, I love buying them at thrift stores. We were walking to the book room, my son holding his Daddy’s hand, when an employee nearly ran him down with a rolling rack. She came running up the tight aisle, from behind my son and husband like her butt was on fire. Pushing past my husband and son, and instead of being polite and saying, excuse me, she Unilocaled «MOVE!» at the top of her lungs at my family. We weren’t lingering mind you, we were walking to the books, so really, in about 10 seconds we would have been out of her way. At that point I looked at my husband and said «Lets get out here.» The woman behind the counter shot me a dirty look. RUDE RUDE RUDE! I know that Goodwill employs people who need employment, and job training, but, really basic politeness, and human decency are things that I taught my kids and they are 3 and 1. I will not be back. I am an avid thrifter, and this might just be the WORST thrifting experience I have ever had.

This location is a gem! This is the best Goodwill I’ve been to in SoCal thus far. The variety and quality of items are incredible. The store is also very large so there are many areas and items to scrounge around in. There is a private parking lot so parking shouldn’t be an issue. The staff are friendly and the store is very clean and organized.
If you’re looking for some quality items for a bargain, this place is a must!

What an amazing Goodwill location.
This Goodwill looks like a cross between a beach house & a log cabin. By the looks of it I would guess this Goodwill used to be a library it just has that look.
I happened to be in the area of this Goodwill and had some time before a meeting and figured I would stop in and take a look to see what hidden gems I could find. This Goodwill has a large private parking lot so parking should never be an issue even during peak times, not sure what peak times for Goodwill happens to be=)
I walked inside of this location and was pleasantly surprised to find a large selection of clothing, art, sporting goods, furniture and electronics all of which that looked brand new. A majority of the clothing that I looked at still had the original Department Store tags on.
I found the staff working during my visit to be extremely pleasant.
I have found over the years that finding Goodwill locations in ‘fancy’ areas and you will be rewarded and this Goodwill is no different. I was able to pick up a few things for my garage that I have needed for storage and would of picked up an amazing mirror that was on display if I could of figured out a way to transport it from Poway to Los Angeles.
If you happen to be in the area make sure you stop by and check out this location for yourself you will not be disappointed.

I am a shameful clothes hoarder. I have the worst time getting rid of clothing mostly because I attach emotional bonds with each item.
«Wait I can’t give away those short shorts I wore five years ago and now can’t fit one leg in… They were worn on that lovely Vegas trip I had where I threw up in the Bellagio fountain!»
«How dare you suggest these tank tops that are no longer long enough to cover my tummy should be given away? I remember wearing these during that summer I got into pottery and made that paperweight my mom LOVES so much that she won’t even put it out for fear it’ll break!»
In an effort to be less of hoarder and to hopefully do a little good I have been letting go of my clothing obsession and bagging up untold amounts. I was putting off actually going to donate because I wasn’t looking forward to hassle.
No hassle here. You just drive up and you are done. The guy who helped me was quick and got me on my way in less than five mins.
The store itself is way friendly. I was greeted when I came in and later even offered help. I didn’t buy anything but there were some cute finds and it is worth a look.
If you have been wanting to donate this place makes it easy!

This is not your usual Goodwill, this is a very posh one! Many brands, from Calvin Klein to BCBG to Max Mara, tons of clothes very well organized by colors, sizes and even patterns. Mostly clothes and household items. I was impressed to see the tags of some items still there (some $ 100 pieces out there) being sold for less than $ 20. Got an Ann Taylor top for just $ 3.99, almost new, silk. Also a cotton skirt, flirty and perfect fit for $ 10. Amazing opportunities there. Plus the store is veryl well maintained, clean, and nice staff. If you want the used stuff of some affluent folks of Rancho Bernardo… this is your place!

Great help with getting my donations out. Very stream lined. Just park and someone is right there to help you.

This is a small goodwill… but think of it more as a goodwill boutique. I have found new $ 200 jeans for $ 10 on several occasions. The staff is very very nice and always helpful. Mainly a clothes store, but the dishes, appliances and the little bit of furniture that they do have are very nice and high quality.

Oh. You fancy.
This GW is new to the area. It moved in where what looks like a bank once resided.
The store is clean, bright, small-​ish, but well organized. They do a good job of utilizing the space that they have, so there is a surprising amount of stuff inside.
There isn’t much room for furniture, or large exercise equipment/​sporting goods. This location is mostly limited to household goods, clothes, books, etc. As always, the jewelery cabinet has a host of goodies and funky OAK items.

Clean, well designed location tipped me off that this would be a different thrift store experience. I was amazed that they attempted to welcome every customer as they entered. I liked the boutique area… which felt more like an upscale consignment store.
Some items were a bit higher priced than I usually find, but the selection was also better than most.
I was impressed with the amazing customer service. I will definitely frequent this store.