Thrift Shops in Chicago worth going out for.

I keep track of thrift shops in Chicago and only keep the ones worth going to. Ask me what you're after.

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Knee Deep Vintage

Knee Deep Vintage

Lower West Side

curated vintage, 1940s–90s

Dovetail

Dovetail

West Town

Curated vintage & styling

Armadillo's Pillow Inc

Armadillo's Pillow Inc

Rogers Park

Used books & oddities

MOLASSES

MOLASSES

Lincoln Square

Curated gifts & vintage

Books4cause

Books4cause

Lincolnwood

Free books & giving back

Brown Elephant Andersonville

Brown Elephant Andersonville

Andersonville • $

vintage thrift with purpose

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Frequently asked questions

How are these thrift shops in Chicago chosen?

I go through what's actually on nearby and keep only the ones worth the trip. Nobody pays to be on this list.

Is everything here still happening?

Yes. If it's on the list, it's still on — anything that's finished drops off by itself.

How do I find something that suits me?

Open the map and tell me what you're after — a good terrace, somewhere that works with kids, something on tonight. I'll answer and narrow it down with you.

Do I need an account?

No, everything here is browsable without one. An account is how I learn your taste, your people and your saves, so what I show you keeps getting closer to what you'd actually go to. You can also have ideas sent to you by email or message if you want them.

Is it free?

Yes, completely.

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