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Ocean State Job Lot
911 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12206, United States
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Ocean State Job Lot
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Am
Review №1

I love this place! They always have everything that I didnt know I needed until I got there. Prepare to overspend on great stuff!

Tr
Review №2

I visited recently and had a great experience. The staff was very helpful and friendly. Being so early in the morning I was surprised they were in such good spirits. But my interactions with all three were wonderful. They helped me find everything I needed. The store has far more things than I expected too and decent prices.

El
Review №3

Able to find good prices on bird seed, so I got 2 bags...

No
Review №4

Great prices on quality merchandise. Love the crazy deals.

Ma
Review №5

Clean good service not impressed with variety Bennington VT has better smaller store

tr
Review №6

Clean store and organized. Nice employees. I find little odds n ends here. Occasionally visit this store.

Mi
Review №7

Great overstock store as long as you know when you are actually getting a good deal. If you get stuff there on a regular basis, their crazy deals can save you a ton! Items are sometimes free giving you credit to spend in the store.

Ra
Review №8

Usually not a long line, and theres ample parking. I always find what I didnt know I needed!

Gr
Review №9

So much stuff. Food isles are fun!

Ka
Review №10

Several things to share. They (like most stores) are out of chlorine tabs for swimming pools. They were also out of regular baking soda. While shopping, the cart anti-theft pole hit a cardboard case of 10 boxes of gloves that was protruding over the edge of the top shelf, causing the case to come tumbling down and hit me in the back before crashing to the floor scattering all the boxes of gloves that were in the larger box. I reported it to the manager and made an accident report. The manager showed concern and offered to call for medical attention (I did not think at that time, that professional medical attention was needed. At 12 hours later I do still have pain and there is redness and swelling at the point of impact; but there is nothing that an EMT could have assessed any differently at the time). I pointed out how there were several areas of the store that had boxes hanging over the top shelves that could also be hit by the cart poles that needed to be corrected ASAP. While we were completing the report, the manager already had someone on the floor moving the boxes on the top shelves so they dont stick out. Im not at all happy that the stockers didnt take care to make sure nothing on those top shelves was at risk of being caught by the cart pole; but I did find the managers response after the fact to be appropriate.If this is helpful, click like.

Ki
Review №11

The cashier was so pleasant and even signed me up for a store card when I told her that I was not from the area!Customer Service at its best!

Gr
Review №12

Clean, pleasant staff, had what I was looking for.

Cl
Review №13

This store have a lot of things you may need. Thanks again!!!

As
Review №14

Loveeee this store, they always have so many deals where you get store credit back for the money u spend

Ca
Review №15

I really like theres seasoning its worth the money you pay for it

Ro
Review №16

I had no problem finding everything I needed. The cashier was very friendly.

La
Review №17

This place is really convenient. Kind of like a dollar store mixed with Aldi. They have a huge variety of inventory in all kinds of departments, some of which rotates and some foods/spices that appear to be regularly stocked. Cant be the prices, Ill definitely go back.

Sy
Review №18

The employees are very friendly here and helpful I love this store because theres a little of everything you can come across some really good findsAs you can see on here the owner responded and thank me for my review 17 hours after I put it up here that is how wonderful this store is I am just blown away that they are as attentive to their customers as they are a lot of businesses should take lessons from how you conduct your business thank you for being open during this time of crisis and making sure our people have what they need awesome job guys Im just completely blown away!!!

Jo
Review №19

A funky bargain store with good value and selection. Great place to browse for quality off brands.

Ro
Review №20

I found more than what I was looking for and the four staff members I spoke with were helpful and friendly. Ill definitely keep going back whenever Im in the area.

Ad
Review №21

Over priced junk but every now and then a gem!

Pa
Review №22

Great mixture of closeouts!

Na
Review №23

Nice place to shop!

Ha
Review №24

The store is well organized but customer service leaves ALOT to be desired!!

De
Review №25

They have everything. I was looking for Christmas labels everywhere else i went was sold out they have a full stock of them. AWESOME

sh
Review №26

Best place for home depot

Be
Review №27

Love love this store something for everyone. Big or small

sh
Review №28

Great discount store with high quality products,large variety,and great prices.

Ky
Review №29

The cashier was very, very nice. However, it was my first time visiting and I thought the prices would be lower. A lot of stuff thrown everywhere in some areas .

ni
Review №30

Actually love the store usually go at least once a week, Maybe more but the creepy @$$ security guard, lose prevention guy whatever he is, is really annoying and makes you feel uncomfortable following you around the whole store staring at you pretending to read the the ingredients on products if you look back at him. Not stealing nothing bro and you ain’t catching nobody who is like that

Ja
Review №31

Didnt have much time to really explore and ship for everything I came in the store to buy that wasnt necessarily on any lists. Clean. Friendly employees.

Co
Review №32

People in there don’t seem happy to be there and they have an attitude. I’m never going to this location again. I like the Clifton Park Location they seem more friendly and have clean bathrooms

De
Review №33

Omg awesome place bought rugs and a crockpot for my daughter for 40.00..gotta go there to check it out

Pa
Review №34

I appreciate the owner replying to my rating. I wasnt going to say much, as usually I do when I give ratings. The thing is, the store itself is great. There are many great deals you can find there. I love the variety of food items and regular items. The quality of the foil pans is good and the variety of kitchen ware.My reason for giving two stars is because the customer service at this particular store at Westgate Plaza. There is a few women associates there that has the craziest attitudes when I enter as if they mistaking me for someone else because we all wear masks now. They dont greet you with hello. Have talk to you in a condensing way when discussing the items your purchasing at cash out. It doesnt make any sense. And I took it as if maybe they were on their menses or having a bad day. But for it to happen the last few times I went into there consecutively, it has driven me to stay clear of that store. I dont need to go there if I feel like driving I can go to Schenectady, they are nice there even though it id out of my way. Its just crazy, I know some have to work two jobs and have to deal with do many people. But that not a reason to treat others in this way. That is why I gave 2 ⭐

Ki
Review №35

Always find something! Assortment of canned fish is always good.

Le
Review №36

Great shopping, very helpful and attentive staff. Awesome store.

An
Review №37

Clean and not too cluttered. Great staff service.

Po
Review №38

Its like a Walmart with a twist of dollar store. Good store.

Va
Review №39

The staff is very helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. Andrew knows where everything is, Carol and Betty go out of their way to help customers, and Vanessa is consistently friendly and upbeat.

pr
Review №40

A lot of stuff very good place

Mi
Review №41

Always fun, and always chance to see something it never expect for a very cheap price.

Da
Review №42

Very good deals. And the crazy deals are even better!

Be
Review №43

A huge variety of products all at reasonable prices. Quality in some is not the greatest. Buyer beware. Check date on food items carefully. Its a fun place to take your time and go through all the aisles. Found just the small whisk I was looking for and yummy lemon cookies.

Dw
Review №44

Youre very welcome! I did leave my sunshades there at one of the cashier checkouts. Good thing I have two pairs. 😢

Si
Review №45

Very good customer service. The store is always clean and smells great.

KB
Review №46

Luv OSJL!

Ho
Review №47

Many low cost items that you may pay a higher price for any where else.

De
Review №48

Its pretty much the same as Big Lots. The cashiers are very friendly and positive.

An
Review №49

I have very good luck finding the things I need at a good price. Lots of neat products not found elsewhere. The aisles are a bit crowded, but they really do fit a lot in there!

Mi
Review №50

Clean, great selection at great prices.

Be
Review №51

I enjoy walking through this store. I always find what Im looking for and lots of good things Im not looking for.

Al
Review №52

Job lot is the place to shop.Very reasonable price

Hn
Review №53

You can get some precious in there.

Gi
Review №54

Very very good

De
Review №55

Go there for items I cant get at other stores... and for good prices.

Ge
Review №56

Youll be able to find all sorts of things at a fair price

Th
Review №57

Fun to see what they got this week

4
Review №58

Im upping my rating to OSJL. They have REALLY excelled during this pandemic. They dont always have what the Big Box stores do, but thats not what they are. They excell at being a Job Lot store. Their service is great. Their people are super-special.And as a Part of the COMMUNITY, they are T.H.E. BEST !!!! They take care of their help. They provided the most essential products and tbey ALWAYS are giving back to the community, whether that be helping Veterans, the Shelters, first responders, kids in need, etc.Their Community Support is why I will ALWAYS shop there FIRST.

Al
Review №59

Great area to shop.

Ho
Review №60

Many different things to chose from. A lot of hand sanitizers, disinfectant too. Wipes, disinfectant hand soap with no water needed.

Ca
Review №61

Got great savings on items, plus senior discount!

T.
Review №62

Some of the employees who Ive seen at the registers seemed like they didnt care, like no compassion. I know what I see and feel.But overall, its a good store along with most of the employees.

Pa
Review №63

Good store,every thing i needed

Va
Review №64

Love Love LOVE this store! It has everything you could ever think of, and some things you never knew existed. The store carries everything from food to soil. And the deals are amazing between the in store coupons and the crazy deal sales. You will go in for one thing and come out with more than you bargained for!

Ro
Review №65

Great store, all new management!!!

Ha
Review №66

Awesome variety of random stuff

Jo
Review №67

I overherd one of the employees say to a coworker someone pooped In the yurnal in the bathroom and he said hes not cleaning it. Definitely not coming here after hearing that

Da
Review №68

Lots of great prices on packaged Specialty Foods. Very large selection of Bob Red Mill products. they are neatly displayed and easy to find because they have a chart above the display to help you find the product in the display. I also love the weekly crazy deals that they have!

Ma
Review №69

Great place to get shelled peanuts for squirrel ty

Ge
Review №70

Great prices on items most used

De
Review №71

Store employees are very pleasant and helpful.

Sh
Review №72

Went to this location on Tuesday. Found the baked potato chips that I love at this location. Have gone to other stores and they dont carry them. It made my day. Thanks.

Le
Review №73

Always different items. Nice buy on famous name brands when available. Well stocked although messy. Clothing, foods, housewares, seasonal health and beauty items. Always leave with several bags. Worth a gisit.

Da
Review №74

A little bit of everything. And good prices

As
Review №75

I love shopping at Ocean State Job Lot!! They always have something i want or need and their prices are worth it!! You can also sign up with ur email and get their flyer and coupons to save extra and find awesome deals that will give back with crazy deals rewards!! Its definitely worth going and seeing for yourself!!

Cl
Review №76

So much nicer than Troy store, the store should do a better job with keeping things better together, clothes with sock, gloves outerwear, food with food, etc

ro
Review №77

Love the food section! Some very unique and funky items..

Su
Review №78

Amazing variety store full of a wide array of items. Seasonal, food, housewares, pet, personal etc etc. Very helpful employees.

Ja
Review №79

Awesome prices

Je
Review №80

Good deals

Br
Review №81

Couldnt find my size for what I was looking at. Other than that its OK; lots of variety of miscellaneous stuff if youre just browsing.

Sa
Review №82

Cant live without this place!

GJ
Review №83

Like OSJL a lot. Disorganized to some extent and they often dont get replenishment of my favorite things but its a great place to find some thing I didnt know I needed! Prices are usually even better than Big Lots. Make sure you join their club as the weekly coupons are a chance to get even better prices. They are always on target with seasonal items & they go quick.

Cl
Review №84

Love the store but very messy. Hard to find things. At this time of year great for Xmas bags,kids gloves,hats,that kind of things. You have to get there early to get a good selection.

Ma
Review №85

This week they are advertising vinyl coated steel Garden Stakes, however the garden Stakes are vinyl / plastic with no steal content whatsoever. Due to the false advertisement, they only get three stars from me.

Ti
Review №86

Job Lot is a discount/clearance store and you have to judge it in that context. It does a good job for what it is. It is a no frills store whose inventory changes from month to month. That said, the following departments are always present: clothing (with his & hers sections of t shirts, sweats, sucks and outer wear), kitchen ware, automotive, office supplies, books, toys and health and beauty.By watching their flyers and periodically browsing there, it is possible to secure some very good deals on items like the following, which is a list of stuff I have purchased there: Oster ceramic waffle iron, Oster 4 slice toaster, very nice socks.

St
Review №87

I have the experience of getting great product thats affordable just wish they had cat food

Pa
Review №88

Associate at check out was great. Very helpful.

MO
Review №89

I love to stop in this store they have everything wide selection at really good prices

Ho
Review №90

Excellent quality products and different food itemsClothing is reasonable. Also have patio furniture and storage furniture. Pet supplies for cats and dogs and other animals reptiles too.

Ga
Review №91

Just what you expect from any job lot type store. Plenty of good buys in a convenient location.

An
Review №92

Great variety great prices and staff.

Da
Review №93

Helpful staff and great prices on useful items.

Wi
Review №94

Employees were helpful in finding some things

La
Review №95

Great prices

Ph
Review №96

Ya never know what youll find here but it inexpensive and good place to shop on a budget.

fi
Review №97

The main reason i love Ocean State Job Lot is because of it gourmet food at an affordable price and they carry a near complete line of the Bobs Red Mills goods.

Mi
Review №98

Enjoy going when they have Krazy Deals. More bang for your buck.

Ph
Review №99

Lots and lots of really good prices on some good stuff! I usually spend almost 2 hours shopping everytime I come here!

Sh
Review №100

A great value version of Wal-Mart. Took one star away because the floor is always dirty and tiles are broken. Look like they are doing construction

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  • Address:911 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12206, United States
  • Site:https://oceanstatejoblot.com/store-details?storeid=506
  • Phone:+1 518-458-6130
Categories
  • Clothing store
  • Discount store
  • Department store
  • Garden
  • Grocery store
  • Hardware store
  • Home goods store
  • Organic food store
  • Seasonal goods store
Working hours
  • Monday:9AM–7PM
  • Tuesday:9AM–7PM
  • Wednesday:Closed
  • Thursday:8AM–8PM
  • Friday:8AM–8PM
  • Saturday:9AM–7PM
  • Sunday:9AM–7PM
Service options
  • In-store shopping:Yes
Health & safety
  • Mask required:Yes
  • Safety dividers at checkout:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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