If thrifting in Austin, check out Buffalo Exchange. Large, spacious, well organized. Prices comparable to other thrift stores in area. Decent amount of parking. Convenient to downtown and UT. Other shops and restaurants nearby. Highly recommend!

An honest review,Cons: this place is way overpriced. If you are looking for something as cheap as goodwill, this is not the store. Some shirts had stains or rips in them that were being sold for 15 bucks. I could get a brand new shift for 15 dollars rather then a used ripped, bleached shirt. I did see a shirt that had a 5.99 goodwill price on it that was selling for 14. Like what is that? A lot of stuff is very expensive, Id recommend just going to buy new trending clothes or going to a goodwill.Pros: the store is nicely put together. Everything has a place to go. They have a good variety of shoes for them being used. The staff is very friendly and sweet! They have a good selection of jewelry and sunglasses there (which is the main reason I go). They got alot of clothing there to look through and find something you might like

I can’t over how terribly priced this stores items are. There is clothes from f21, hm, and fast fashion brands that usually are like 4 or 5 dollar shirts at other thrift stores and they’re like 16 to 20 dollars here . I couldn’t help but laugh going through the racks because of their crazy prices . 39 dollars for a faded dress ? No thank you . They also don’t offer a public bathroom which sucks if you have any sort of disability .

My husband and I had a great time checking out Buffalo exchange. They had a lot of great pieces and everyone was friendly. If you don’t use a bag you get a five cent token that you can use to donate to one of the charities they have listed. Definitely will be going back.

This is one of my favorite second hand clothing store. Alot of clothing at different prices. In good condition 👌

This is a great spot to find some unique clothes. Its got quite a bit of stuff to go through so you can spend a decent amount of time in here.

I love this store!!! It’s an amazing thrift experience but more curated than the average store so you always find amazing things in good condition! The selling option is amazing to get store credit, or maybe a little cash, to keep your closet fresh! The buyers can be selective but it makes sense when you see how much inventory they go through, and that they have to pay for every item of clothing. Always make a point to go and take friends! They also donate to amazing local non profits with clothes and money, BUT USED CLOTHING

One of the bigger locations Ive been to. You get 25% back in cash based off the estimated value of your items, so dont expect to get rich. Keep in mind seasonal or trendy styles (like rainbow stuff for June/pride!) Friendly staff. They require masks still.

Staff was very friendly and patient. I felt very at ease there than some other stores Ive been to in the past month. I will definitely be going there again.

Hurts me to write this because I’ve been shopping here since high school, but after few bad experiences in a row, I don’t think I’ll be back for awhile..First off, they changed the percentage of cash you get for selling (it used to be more), the quality of clothes they buy has significantly gone down, yet when I bring in great items there’s so many things they don’t take? Which leads me to believe there are inconsistencies with how they train their buyers. Or at least the buyers they are hiring now.Secondly, employees are not as nice as they used to be, not all but enough to notice. Managers I’ve encountered were really sweet and helpful, but other associates gave attitude and acted like they were pressed when I decided to return an item I just purchased due to significant wear I didn’t notice in the dressing room.Lastly, prices are higher than ever and I’m noticing more and more fast fashion brands and their Buffalo Exchange brand. Goodwill slaps every time and Pavement next door :(

They have a lot of selection for women but about half as much for guys. Ive found some cool stuff here before but theres been plenty of times where Ive left empty handed. You just have to be prepared to do some searching and come back a couple times before you find anything. That is the thing about thrifting in general but it might be different if they had a bigger selection for men.

The store isnt fair everyone who works there is too cute. If they would just give the rest of the city a chance and maybe have a single uncool eyebrow between them that would be kind. Instead they monopolize charm, especially that one with the 🤌 from the 🌖, probably a pisces

Great place find gently used clothing, shoes, and accessories. Instead of offering plastic bags, the money they would have used to purchase them is instead donated to the local charity of your choice at checkout. Great causes all around,for the earth and for the community. I also want to add that any buffalo exchange Ive visited, the staff is always beyond nice. Keep up the good work.

This Buffalo exchange needs to pay attention to what they buy to then sell because I saw a decent amount of items with pilling and wear to them which raised big no nos. Also saw shein clothes being sold at a higher price than what can be bought for on the original website and this is the first time I’ve seen a Buffalo exchange price that way …. I do this they had a decent curation and selection of clothes and ended up finding a unique piece. It was still pretty pricey in comparison to other locations I’ve visited but I guess the location makes it pricey. Staff was friendly and helpful tho!

Looks like I wasn’t the only person who had a bad experience.Last year, I dropped my old clothes and snap backs to sell them. It used be a great place to make a deal with the buyers, but not anymore. A sales representative called me a few days later and said they couldn’t buy any of them because they weren’t trendy enough in Austin. I thought it was a hollow excuse to not negotiate price.What really upset me is that they already donated them to the foundation without my consent! In the past, they always asked me if I needed them back before they offered the price. I don’t know what and how did the owner of this thrift store train them? They just took my clothes and prevented me to pick them up!Overall, I was disappointed with their customer service. I wouldn’t recommend this place to everyone who’s selling their old clothes. I hate to see Buffalo Exchange ripping people off!

This place is run by complete thieves. I took in a pair of Buttercream Yeezys in fair shape to this location and they offered me $18 for shoes worn *maybe* three times in 3 years. The person as the front desk straight-up lied and said theyd probably only be able to sell them for $75, which is hilariously dumb. They had off-brand Adidas, the cheap kind youd find on mannequins at H&M, on sale for $30. The pricing system is completely nonsensical and this store only exists to rip-off students willing to pay brand-new prices for second-hand items. Im more angry about the insult to my intelligence than anything.If you want to thrift, go to an actual thrift store. If you want to buy trendy clothes, go to the mall and buy them new so that you dont get ripped off here.

A little pricey for me but overall friendly staff and a good selection of clothing

Buyers are very picky turning down things i bought from their store 2 weeks prior; which i did to test. Seems to me you got to know the buyers. Offered me $17 for brand new with tag pair of raybans retail $189!!! Insulting

Great place, just check the tags before you buy something to make sure its not from shein or forever 21 or another fast fashion place. they will overcharge you for fast fashion clothes

Theyre clothes snobs, dont waste your time selling here.

It was pretty cool Id recommend it to a friend and the price is $-$$ Wich isnt bad

First time here and I loved it. Very awesome clothes, jewelry, shoes..etc. Pretty decent prices and very vibey surroundings

Insanely overpriced compared to other buffalo exchanges ive been to! i saw a cute pair of pants for $49 !! these are used and worn out clothes ? Definitely not making being sustainable easy!

Don’t waste your time

I saw a few cute things, but insanely overpriced. A semi worn 90’s guess mens shirt was $27 dollars. WHAT?? Probably wouldn’t go back

Great layout with a good secretion of clothes. Just a heads up, Covid restrictions do not allow you to use the changing room, so be aware of that ahead of time. The staff was very helpful and friendly.

Buffalo Exchange is the vintage clothing store that got that whole Vintage Clothing on 29th and Guad thing started.

We dropped off three boxes worth of nice, name brand items. Mistakenly, we thought a decent portion of them would be purchased, so we told them they could donate the rest of our items. They purchased one pair of cut off shorts I made myself (for $5), and said everything else had already been put in the donation bin so I couldnt come back and get the rest of my items. Dont sell here!

Buffalo Exchange deserves credit. They established 29th and Guad as a shopping zone. They were here 1st.

Love the drop off system for selling, makes me feel much safer. Also makes me feel better for the employees who have to handle all this clothing everyday. Hoping this new system stays intact throughout the pandemic.

Wow great selection. Best shoes and belts spot on the town.

I used to come to this location and the one in Denver 5 years ago. It used to be the perfect place to find unique, rare and vintage clothing. I could always count on Buffalo Exchange to find the perfect pair of gothic boots, punk jackets and wild items you could only find online. Those days are long gone. Buffalo Exchange has become a typical, “trendy” basic b**** shop for overpriced items you can find at thrift stores for half the price. It is much more like Uptown Cheapskate.If you’re a bland, yuppie socialite who needs some second hand office attire that is the same price as a new item, by all means, check it out! As for me and my bizarre, eccentric a**, I doubt I’ll return. So sad.If you’re selling, I would advise you to save your rare, unique and vintage pieces and try selling online. Their young staff does not really understand the value of well made, exceptionally “different” fashion items. So unfortunate.Check out Etsy! It’s an amazing place and you can find one of a kind vintage clothing and handmade items! Or, learn to sew! That’s what I’m doing now. Best of luck!

My experience at the buffalo exchange was very pleasant. The staff was very respectful and explained how things done clearly. They spoke with me as if I were there friend for some time.

Just go to your local thrift stores, they have better deals and do not funnel money into fast fashion.

Great customer service and nice selection.

I don’t remember ever having any horrible experiences here. Sometimes you don’t find anything, but that’s like all places like this. More times than not I find something cool. Staff has never been rude, but they do say the same thing a lot when checking out- that’s ok, I imagine that’s just something they were trained to say. Haha. Been there.

Lots of variety! Good mix of modern day stuff and Vintage/old-school. Always busy! Some stuff is on the pricy side but they have decently priced stuff too.

Insanely over priced for used clothes, you might as well buy them new.

Wont make accommodations with people with disabilities. Especially those with respiratory conditions.

Didn’t know much about the store but called to be sure Tyler was so nice and helpful over the phone . Once I got there I was immediately greeted by Brianna she told me the process then moved me Over to Jackie to begin selling . Jackie was very nice and a very cool person to talk to I had 3 large bags of close it did take a little while but that’s because of all the clothes I had. she got through all of them them while keeping up our conversation 11/10 all you guys need raises .

Great place! Helpful staff and good selection. Just wish I could have tried on the clothing, but its understandable considering Covid-19.

Good variety of nice new looking clothes but very pricey for a thrift shop

This place has a cute and organized selection. While its not exactly the sort of prices youd hope for from a second-hand store, nothing is especially expensive. Ive never spent more than $20 on one piece from here but havent really found any steals. ALSO IM NOT EVEN MAD JUST REALLY AMUSED. If youre gonna mark up the original price at least take off the first tag?? Lmaooo

I like coming here. It’s fun to shop & check out what’s new. The staff is friendly & offer fast convenient service.

I always find cool stuff here and the employees are super friendly and helpful. It’s also conveniently located next to some other second hand and vintage stores. Plenty of parking in the back. It’s a win ;)

Don’t bother selling here. I bring in lots of trendy good condition items and they take nothing. Then they have overpriced worn out clothes on the racks. Many items I found had pilling fabric and some stains.

Went in to sell my clothes and the lady looks at me and says, you really don’t have anything here we need, but you can donate them to goodwill, but then she spotted a pair of green and purple plaid pants I found in my mom’s attic from the 70’s and a dark purple jacket size medium. She said we can give you 10 dollars for these or a store credit, I go really, I have 2 pair of nice Nike shoes never been worn, still in the box, and 2 pair of Polo jeans never been worn, but they don’t want those items, but the plaid pants and purple jacket, who’s shopping here, The Joker!

Good selection with great brands but it’s very pricey and has an inflexible 10-day return policy even with items that are unworn and have tags attached.

Just sold some clothes here and couldnt have asked for a better experience! The young lady that appraised my items was so sweet and helpful I think her name was Hadley. They gave me great prices for quite a few items that I brought in and she was really respectful of any items of mine that they didnt want and folded them nicely before putting them away. She was even kind enough to share some of her favorite places in Austin with me as I was just passing through for the day. Ive also tried to sell at uptown cheapskate and the quality of clothing that they sold was cheap and low end. Buffalo exchange appreciates my higher end brands and that made me trust their selection more. Would highly recommend!

Great selection...really picky about what they buy. Decent prices

Compared to the buffalo exchange in houston, it is pretty much the same. My son found 2 tshirts (total was $20) but my daughter didnt find anything at all. I tried looking myself but couldnt find anything Id wear. People are nice. Everything seemed pretty organized. Prices are marked but are a bit higher than other thrift stores in the area. Tokens instead of bags are a cool way to give back to the community.

Great variety of clothes

Selling Clothes - waste of your time. You would be better off giving them to friends or family or donating to a charity of your choice. You will get pennies for items the decide to take...which might be 1 or 2 items out of 50 items.

Had a great experience tonight selling at Buffalo. Usually I find it really frustrating, but the manager (Olive?) and buyer were really nice, funny and fair. Went on to find some super cute earrings and a shirt for my man that Ive been looking for since 2009!

All the employees are super friendly and the store itself is huge. Great place to sell trendy items. You can find some gems here if you come in on the right days.

Great service, abundance in merchandise and always a good experience.

1st time shopper. Most clothes are overpriced.There was a lot of clothes with holes/damage/stains. Kinda weird.Theres no public restroom (I have a medical condition where I gotta tee-tee frequently. Not the worst thing in the world, but extremely uncomfortable).The return policy is kinda garbage too.Nothing here makes me want to shop here again.3 stars for the friendly staff.

I’ve been coming here for about 3 years now and I’ve never had a bad experience with buying or selling. The employees are always nice which just makes the environment better. I love the idea of recycling clothes and think everyone should check this place out sometime!

This is hands-down one of the best Buffalo Exchanges in South Texas! Its large and has a great inventory, and the racks are always tidy and not too stuffed so you can look through them. Nearly every holiday I make a trip to Austin just to visit this location! I highly recommend looking here for any need you have- adding street wear, buying a unique gift, or picking some gaudy costume attire. And one more thing I love about BE if you havent been to one before:as an alternative to giving you a bag, they give you a token to donate to one of three charities theyre supporting at the time. Beautiful idea! Happy shopping 🛍️♻️👻

All the employees were super nice and helpful. Sold a decent amount of items and was happy with what I walked out with. I was skeptical to go because of the negative reviews but it was great! I think this is the most I’ve ever sold at a thrift shop in one trip. Cute selection of stuff too!

This is a great setup. You can either come in just to shop, or you can sell youre clothes here too! What I love most is that there is always a brand new selection of clothing, shoes, and attire every time you come in! Ive sold and bought clothing here a countless number of times. I always find something when Im here. You can find a range of fashion too from casual t-shirts to 80s shorts to bohemian dresses. Theres something for everyone.

I used to go to this place like 10 years ago this place has changed but for the betterI left the place with a brand new hershel supply co hat it still had its original tagsThey had so much name brand stuff for lessI will definitely be going backLove this place plus they donated $5 for a charity of my choice for not giving out plastic bags

I was lied to over the phone. When I got there they treated me very badly also whispered in my face. I wanted to sale a lightly used Harley Davidson Leather Jacket and wasnt even offered a price after being reassured they would like to have a look at it and added to there store then told to try a Pawn Shop I was never treated or more embarrassed in my life WORST EXPERIENCE EVER!!.

Cant say how many times i have shopped here, and have found some great deals...however:there has also handfuls of times where the store sold me damaged merchandise, ex: a shirt missing all its buttons which i overlooked when purchasing, or shoes with soles separating from the bottom. and would not allow me to return even within their 5 day period even with a receipt. the store would not fix the problems.I have also purchased items, and within a week or two realized it did not fit well or for whatever reason decided to sell it back, only to have it rejected. the items were always returned in the same condition yet it seems buffalo wont buy the same clothes it sells.today: attempted to sell grey suede boots, which once again were purchased from buffalo. the buyer said the boots were highly worn, despite having no wear on the soles. i asked where the wear was, he mentioned the suede looked ashy, but suede always looks this way when you rub it in one direction. the boots were nearly new, so no.it appears some buyers take junk, while others will not buy the same items they had just sold a week before.two words Buffalo: quality control.as a store: if you sell damaged items, will not amend the problem, and yet will not buy items in nearly new condition... then what is the point of shopping here.

I keep editing my review... it just keeps getting better! yesterday Maya and Sally helped me out! both, beautiful and helpful!! all the staff is SUPER nice!! ... just be aware.. you WILL eventually buy something!

I enjoy some of the name brands that you can find at this location. The best part is the price you can buy them at, sometimes only a fraction of the actually price and this is awesome if you dont mind wearing previously owned clothing. Something i dont actually love is a lot of clothing that you turn in can sometimes not be worth as much as you want it to, but hey what can you do? Overall great place to find nice items cheap.

They need to price match. Found the same tee brand new on amazon for the same price. I went to sell a trendy expensive shirt that is in style and better than what I saw there, they didnt take it. The person at the sell counter was awfully rude as well about turning down the clothes, thats ok though cause I just sold my stuff to another store.

Staff are always very friendly and helpful!

I realise this is a vintage/used retailer but I would expect a pair of sneakers to match each other in size or at least be labelled if this wasnt the case. Spent over $30 on a pair of shoes which I cant use. No option to return either as I was only visiting. Purchase with extreme care.

Ugh, this is kind of a fun place to go to when youre at UT, I GUESS but I have seen several clothing items in here that are MORE expensive than the original price. Other locations of Buffalo that Ive been to (like in Houston) are much more reasonably priced like a real thrift store. This is a weird, hipster-fashion thrift store where you are not actually being thrifty. They do have some really interesting clothes occasionally, but for the most part it just looks like stuff the students at UT are wearing..

You can always found a really good deals is a beautiful vintage clothes and is easy to found what your looking for. The employees there are really kind and nice . The place is usually clean and organized. I also have a great experience selling some of my stuff and they treat me really great. I just love the place :)

Always enjoy going to Buffalo Exchange to hunt out that perfect outfit. The service is always great, and the people are lovely inside and out. Great place to sale old threads for new to me threads. Also has a few new selections that are always worth the price. Overall a great place to shop!

Sometimes I do feel that customers looking to sell clothes get much good deals post 2009. I remember I loved going in there and got great prices on what I brought in and the customer service was truly 5 Star! These days i go in a handful of times a year and haven’t gotten any of that old good energy in the store.A customer friendly explanation of how we can be proactive in bringing you guys what you’re looking for and maybe help educate us on the retail resell model. I’m here for understanding

The workers are very kind and friendly. They greet you the second you come in. There is a good ambient feel to the store. The items are all relatively organized, which is great for helping you find the things you need or want.I do think that the store has a good selection of clothes and other items.

Been coming here for about 6 years now and I think this place is good - but its not great. They sell used clothes that are currently in style, so selling your clothes here is sometimes very difficult - but its better than giving it all to goodwill. Most of the employees are very nice. Their prices are either hit or miss. Ive bought great dress shirts here for a good price, but sometimes, their prices are ridiculous. Recent example: $200 for a large, ugly, black purse.

Must say I’ve enjoyed my experiences here and have been a frequent customer since 2012, always had wonderful experiences with the people there no matter the traffic volume.However today, rude woman in the back working the dressing room (blue green hair w/ circle glasses) demanded in an incredibly rude voice that I stay in front of her to check my clothes after I tried on one pair of pants. I called her on her rudeness and she snaps back saying “I’m just doing my job..” giving me a degrading look as if I’m over reacting. Felt she may have been having a bad day and decided not to share any feedback until I noticed she was giving me dirty looks as I continued to shop.Had a great experience up until now but don’t think I can feel comfortable spending my money there in the future, we all have off days as human beings but feedback is still worth sharing and expressing to others.

Pretty pretentious workers considering they work at a thrift store. Guy and gal working at the sales line stuck there noses up, barely took the time to look at my clothes and recommended I give them to the charity of the day. Waited for over an hour by the way to get my clothes looked at. And the clothes on the racks were in the same condition that I was trying to sell. Way too expensive by the way..

Great place for buyers but selling is an absolute nightmare. They are so picky and will give you next to nothing for your clothes. Prices can be steep but the best thing about this store is finding the diamond in the rough, looking for that piece that you love for a reasonable price. I’d give it a 4.5 if I could. I did find a 900 dollar Etro jacket for 35 bucks though.

Priced as if I were at the mall

The selection is always great at this location. I live in Houston and we also have a BE but I make sure to stop here when Im in Austin. This customer service was also great this visit.

Nice place with nice employees will continue to shop here 4 stars because someone told me that they were starting to take in more winter clothes. I went home got my winter clothes and a different person told me they werent taking winter stuff right now. Basically take everything you might want to get rid of no matter what. What they buy you have gotten rid of and what they dont you know that you can just go donate it somewhere, or try to sell your self.

Oh Buffalo Exchange. I really want to like you, love you even, but when i walk into your Thrift Store and see items that are priced like they are brand new, you make it kind of hard. Seriously, this place is located on west campus and seems like it would be trendy and fun. Instead is pretentious (when it shouldnt be) and expensive. Its a Thrift Store, not an Urban Outfitters.

Honestly, the experience was not great. I find that they have very rude service and the prices are high for low quality clothes. Would not recommend if looking for a bargain.

Sometimes you can find a great deal here, but often its just really weird stuff thats overpriced. And theyre quirky about what theyll buy, too, depending on the manager. Sometimes its mainstream, then the next time they just want unique items. But if youre looking for something unique this is a good place to check!

One of the best selections of resale clothing for trendy people. Prices are a little high here, but you can find some nice brands in the mix. Friendly staff. Parking is tight up front, I usually head straight to the rear parking.

Cool concept, great place to get quality clothes at good prices.

I bring things to you like Paper Denim mens button down shirts, gently worn if not like new. An item that can be worn virtually year round. From a brand whos T-shirts retail for $90. Yet you take nothing.

Great turnover of quality, in-style clothes. You’re seldom forced to wait in dressing room lines - rare at busy stories in Austin!

Ive only sold here, but Ive always left feeling pretty happy. Yes, they buy your stuff cheaply, but its not like they turn around and make a crazy profit off you. Their prices are fair, and they offer more money if you choose to spend it in store (smart!). Sometimes Im confused why they turn down some perfectly good items, but I think its because they may just have a lot of similar things in store already.

I just went in for the first time browsing, and I was pleasantly surprised. As Ive done most of my shopping at Goodwill, I found the prices appealing and the selection awesome, being so close to the UT campus. One of my friends exchanged clothes there, and the waitstaff was very helpful and quick running through the items, and, surprisingly, he got a fair amount of money back. Great Experience!!!!!!!1!

Buffalo Exchange always has new and changing products which makes it appealing to come back to as often as you want! I love the mix of trendier new products and well chosen vintage or retro pieces that actually appeal to a general audience! Plus, the location just north of the drag is great for easy access to other shopping and food.

Over priced hipster garbage

Local place where you can buy and sell used clothing. They accept clothing that fits the style of the Austin area and offer varying amounts of both credit and cash for each piece; as such they offer an eclectic mix of clothing at reasonable prices. Really great place to go to pick up some new threads or switch styles.

Buffalo Exchange is a great spot to find Gap, J. Crew, and the occasional Free People bonus. Ive watched the staff evaluate clothing, and they are cognizant of the latest trends. Everyone is friendly at Buffalo Exchange. I only give it four stars because Ive found a lot of clothes that are stained or damaged, which is something I rarely come across at other secondhand or vintage stores. Try to go during the middle of the week or summer, and youll avoid the students. Parking isnt great either. Overall Buffalo is a great place to go if you dont want to spend retail on name brands.

Fun unique items definitely found here. I did find a cute vintage 50s style dress to wear for a 50s themed event. However for second hand clothes the prices were a bit steep especially with tops. Also everything is organized by size which is a plus, but I do not understand why they do not separate vintage (or older than 30+ years clothes) from modern style pieces. Sometimes you just want to specifically look for the unique vintage pieces but in this store you have to dig amongst loads of recent stuff. Other stores such as Modcloth, and Cheapskate, and even some generic thrift stores do separate the vintage out from the rest making the experience more enjoyable when you can see the selection all at once.

Sweet, very gently used clothes at affordable prices. The check out lady was sweet and they have an awesome program for giving to charities instead of using bags for your purchases. Check it out!

Great selection, great staff! Buy and SELL clothes here. They take CURRENT fashion in like NEW condition. Various brands and styles. A little bit of something for everyone when I shop and great prices! Love the little vintage finds! Been coming here since 1999, its my favorite 2nd hand shop!

Didnt buy anything today but their selection is great and the prices are pretty fair. Visited multiple times over the years and they always have good stuff for sale.

The only drawback is the location! It’s close to campus, and the area traffic is awful. The store however has a well curated selection of season appropriate clothes and shoes and good prices.

Interesting variety here. I didnt find anything during my visit, but there are definitely some good pieces here. Lots of country and general clothing but also some great vintage and leather pieces.