Coalition Thrift Store - Ventura (CA)

5 /5 Elysia Guillen: This spot clearly went viral, so you’ll see shoppers coming in from all over. It’s almost always busy. The store is large and well organized, with sections for home décor, electronics, books, men’s, women’s, children’s clothing, and toys. There’s also a wall of vintage/on-demand pieces, which are priced significantly higher, and some higher-quality items are kept behind the counter. You can score a deal if you’re lucky, but some pricing may cause sticker shock. Bags must be checked in at the front, which helps with loss prevention but is good to know ahead of time. A few things to know before you go: • Free parking in the lot behind the building • Open daily, 9 AM–6 PM • No tag, no sticker, no sale • Donation pickup available • Donation drop-off behind the building with a designated parking space There aren’t any savings boards, but while there are no official sales, items that have been on racks or shelves for a long time may be slightly marked down. One downside is that some inconsiderate shoppers leave areas messy, which can be frustrating, but the staff stays on top of it and works hard to keep things tidy. Overall, it’s a solid thrift store with a big selection and heavy foot traffic.

5 /5 scott oconnor: One of my favorite places to shop in Ventura. I’m a picker, collector, and online/eBay seller, and I consistently find cool items here at reasonable prices that I can enjoy and/or resell, along with plenty of clothes that I personally wear. The selection is always solid, and I really appreciate how well everything is organized by size (not all thrift stores do this). It makes shopping so much easier. Great deals, good organization, and a place I truly enjoy coming back to. Like anywhere, not everything here is a deal right away, and some items can be priced higher at first. I’ve also noticed that when things don’t sell, they get marked down over time, which I really appreciate. I understand it can be frustrating when something you want is more than you’d like to pay, but that’s true at estate sales, swap meets, auctions—pretty much everywhere. The key is being patient and knowing how to shop. Overall, they’re an important part of the community, a place that’s been here for years and stayed consistent. It’s always been one of my favorite spots to shop in downtown Ventura.

1 /5 Justin Delgadillo: Lot of cool tees but at a stupidly outrageous price! How are yall charging $20-$70 for a tshirt yall got for free? It is beyond ridiculous and makes no sense. Thrift stores used to be a place you could get recycled clothes if you were broke.

1 /5 restlessdreams: A THRIFT STORE more expensive than eBay? The workers here check prices online and I’m guessing they purposely price everything $15+ more than listings on resell sites. Please stop supporting “businesses” like this