Any Bay Area resident perks up when it comes to sustainable living. The secondhand industry influences even the most forward-thinking fashionistas and home decorators, and we’re lucky to have a bountiful thrifting scene here in the Bay. Do you know where to find the best thrift stores in San Francisco? We asked our Instagram followers for their recommendations, and they didn’t disappoint! Read on to discover some must-try secondhand spots for a day of shopping, all recommended by locals.
Want more inspiration? Make sure to scroll through our list of the best vintage clothing shops in SF.
1. Crossroads Trading Co.
This popular thrift store chain specializes in buying and trading clothing. You can get cash or store credit on the spot for your contributions. It’s one of the nation’s leading secondhand clothing stores and has been a pioneer in the industry since 1991.
🌐 Website: Crossroads Trading Co.
📍 Locations:
- 1901 Fillmore St, San Francisco
- 630 Irving St, San Francisco
- 2123 Market St, San Francisco
2. Out of the Closet
Out of the Closet is a unique thrift store chain because they donate 96% of proceeds to help people with HIV and AIDS. It’s a totally unique business model that gives back to your community and the environment.
🌐 Website: Out of the Closet
📍 Locations:
- 1498 Polk St, San Francisco
- 1295 Folsom St, San Francisco
3. Community Thrift Store
Community Thrift Store is a certified nonprofit San Francisco Green Business that works with over 200 local charities. They have everything from clothing to household products, electronics, and books.
🌐 Website: Community Thrift Store
📍 Location: 623 Valencia St, San Francisco
4. Buffalo Exchange
This legendary thrift store chain has opened nearly 50 locations all over the country since founding its first store in Tucson, Arizona in 1974. They specialize in buying, trading, and selling recycled clothing.
🌐 Website: Buffalo Exchange
📍 Locations:
- 1555 Haight St, San Francisco
- 1210 Valencia St, San Francisco
5. ReLove
This Black-0wned re-sale boutique curates a beautiful collection of vintage, designer, and independent labels that don’t break the bank. Join their community of fashion-forward, socially conscious individuals.
🌐 Website: ReLove
📍 Location: 1815 Polk St, San Francisco
6. Wasteland
This glamorous thrift store sells a lovely curated clothing selection. Wasteland sells secondhand designer and contemporary items. This includes classic luxury clothing and more affordable modern favorites. Not only can you visit them in person in San Francisco, but they have a great setup online to order both men’s and women’s clothing to your door.
🌐 Website: Wasteland
📍 Location: 1660 Haight St, San Francisco
7. 2nd STREET
This popular thrift store chain hails from Japan and offers a large selection of different curated styles. Any items that don’t end up getting sold in stores are sent to partner companies to repurpose for other uses. It’s a good place to find name brand and designer items at a discount.
🌐 Website: 2nd STREET
📍 Location: 1560 Haight St, San Francisco
8. Goodwill
Goodwill is a well-known thrift shop with several unique locations in San Francisco:
- Goodwill Boutique, 61 West Portal Ave: Goodwill is a legendary consignment store anywhere you go, but this Goodwill Boutique in San Francisco is worth checking out for its extra curated selection of secondhand designer brands and quality clothing.
- Goodwill Haight Ashbury, 1700 Haight St: If you want to find some vintage gems at thrift store prices, the Haight Ashbury Goodwill has a vintage section where you can find many unique pieces.
- Goodwill Filmore, 1669 Fillmore St: This Fillmore St location has a wide variety of clothing, from vintage to finds to contemporary clothes.
🌐 Website: SF Goodwill
9. Born Again Thrift
Born again thrift opened in 2022 in the Mission District. The thrift shop includes a variety of items, such as accessories, athletic wear, and denim.
🌐 Instagram: Born Again Thrift
📍 Location: 2287 Mission St, San Francisco
10. Goodbyes Consignment
This consignment shop is perfect for buyers and sellers. All sales are split with the buyer 50/50 and the shop offers a wide selection of amazing clothes. There are three locations, a women’s store, men’s store, and women’s sale store.
🌐 Website: Goodbyes Consignment
📍Locations:
- 3483 Sacramento Street, San Francisco
- 3333 Sacramento Street, San Francisco
Written by Jamie Ferrell and Dana Flynn