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Out of the Closet - Columbus
1230 N High St, Columbus, OH 43201, United States
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Out of the Closet - Columbus
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Al
Review №1

Nice folks run this thrift store. Good buys. Private place to try on clothes. 10% discount if you dont need a bag for what you buy!

To
Review №2

This place is amazing. I found the best shirts here. My friends also found delightful knickknacks that theyve been wanting for a while. The staff here is also quite nice. This is definitely a business I want to keep coming back to. I would recommend this place to any thrifter that wants to find something fun every single time.

Ca
Review №3

As a thrift store, what you’ll find is hit or miss for your style and budget, but things were very reasonably priced and they seemed to have a lot of sales. This place really cares about community, and I’d never felt so connected to people I never met before. Everyone was very kind, so I highly recommend stopping by when you can. I love that my money is going to a place that helps people.

Ha
Review №4

Great thrift shop with clean, hip cloths! Seems like a lot of nice households donate here..prices are very thrifty with color coded tag specials throughout the week...variety in all types of odds and ends and a pleasant staff :D always fun to pop in!

Ka
Review №5

Incredibly nice people, and they do a great service to the community. I love donating and browsing stuff here. I recently found a great printer for just 5 dollars! A wide selection of clothes and books, and some decent electronics and other stuff here as well.

To
Review №6

Cool spot with ALOT of stuff - and they were very friendly and helpful.

Jo
Review №7

Ive only gone once (so far) and havent spent a lot of time there, but this place seems really cool. Great second-hand items at great prices. I really like how holistic the store is by also having a pharmacy on site and free HIV testing. Staff seemed nice too. Ill definitely be back again!

Mi
Review №8

What a great little plane with a great concept. Totally appreciated the store and its mission. Was also excited to see the prices were decent and the staff was super friendly. Would love to see more items and Im sure that will come with time so please donate here you wont regret it. They are doing great things for the community!

De
Review №9

Nice second-hand store and supports a good cause 👍

Ja
Review №10

The place is very clean and the staff are really welcoming. There are a lot of different clothes,books and other merchandise that are fairly low priced. Worth a look around.

Ta
Review №11

A staple in our rounds of thrifting adventures, we love to support a business with a mission in our household! I always find more than planned here, the clothing selection is great, plus the staff are conversational and pleasant. I was a little disappointed that they refused to sell me something priced and on display, but we keep coming back.

Mi
Review №12

I found some great deals! A mouse and keyboard, a stereo, a bike lock. Then woman at the register had the most amazing orange hair. Like brilliant hue. So effin cool. And attractive. They always have items in great condition too.

Sa
Review №13

I have been to all the thrift stores in the columbus area and Ive got to say, that today was my first time coming here, I was absolutely impressed with the set up, the clothes, the prices and the friendliness! I made out with some great stuff for a great price. And thats all a girl could hope for when thrifting, keep up the great work! I will be back.

Ke
Review №14

Great place to shop,their merchandise is so on trend and I love the pharmacy staff,extremely professional,friendly. They render legendary customer service with care and compassion.

Na
Review №15

I bought a new sound system called out of the closet asked if they wanted my old speakers which were in excellent condition. After driving over unloading my speakers they asked if they could hear the speakers to make sure they worked ok in the parking lot are you serious? So I loaded up the speakers called Best Buy they were happy to take the old speakers. Wasted my time driving over to Out Of The Closet.

Ch
Review №16

Thank you, Angela Eason. You hit every comment I wanted to mention, so thank you and THANK YOU to the amazing staff at Out Of The Closet for being open for business. Love the store. Love the staff.

An
Review №17

Glad to see this place open. They are restricting the amount of customers, requiring you to wear a mask (they will provide one) and have hand sanitizing stations available. Free testing is available on an appointment basis.

Ki
Review №18

Always find a gem here. Thanks Out of the Closet!

Ed
Review №19

Good thrift store prices, friendly staff

Ma
Review №20

The atmosphere was cool, everything was clean, the employees were really friendly, it was well organized and the money spent goes to an important cause/population.

Om
Review №21

Great place and clean, love it. Nice 2nd hand stuff for really cheap price .

Ab
Review №22

You can find a lot of really neat things here! The friendly staff is awesome! :)

Ia
Review №23

Great store and very

Ev
Review №24

I made an appointment to have furniture picked up. The CSRscheduled my appointment for 8/14. When I called to confirm the pick up on 8/14 they could not find me in the system. After a few attempts, the CSR located me in the system for next Friday, WRONG, I was specifically told 8/14 not 8/21. This person has very poor customer service skills, and should NOT be answering, or making appointments. Whenever I make an appointment I always make a note of it, you should go back to Customer Service training and take notes on how to be an intelligent, and professional CSR.

Ja
Review №25

Many odds and ends that one would expect from a thrift store. Some that one may not!Very friendly staff. One of my favorite places.

Em
Review №26

Every time I go there I walk out with something cool, or something I needed at a great price.

Be
Review №27

Best thrift store in Columbus!

Ki
Review №28

Love this place and so friendly. Great variety of merchandise.

Ty
Review №29

I love browsing the tshirts here. Theres always something interesting to find. You can also find kitchenware and other odds and ends. Staff is friendly and the layout is inviting. This place is a neighborhood gem.

Al
Review №30

Dont really understand what the big deal about this place is. It was fairly empty of merchandise when we were there. The clothing seemed to be priced well and so did the books but, kitchenware prices were a joke. You can get nicer stuff far less expensive at estate sales.

Sa
Review №31

Especially good kitchenware, furniture, and books. For a worthy cause -- highly recommend!

Li
Review №32

Hands down favorite thrift store. I wish it was bigger!The prices are a steal - like a new J.Crew dress for $4 or a leather bag for $8. They have a few racks with $1 prices. Sometimes clothes might be heavily worn or stained, but I could find something for myself at any visit. Almost all of their profits go to the AIDS Healthcare Foundation. Shop sustainably and donate to a good cause 💙

Jo
Review №33

Always a wonderful time when I come here. All the workers are really nice and always welcoming. Would HIGHLY RECONMED. ☺️☺️☺️

Sh
Review №34

This is my store. I buy a lot of things from them. Fans, clothes, jewelry, a couch, and much more. The staff is always friendly. I love the prices and the discounts you save on certain tickets. You also save a little money by not using a bag .works for me!

Br
Review №35

Loved the great deals! The customer service is amazing!

Lo
Review №36

LOVE this store! $1 racks are a gold mine for any age!!! Ive had GREAT finds ... From the perfect (re)gift to designer clothing to a nice $14 couch! Wonderful staff, every time!!!

Ju
Review №37

Best thrift store in the city, hands down. From household items to mixed media to clothing to art to jewelry and so much more. They give out free condoms. Great location with its own parking lot. Hundreds of items for a dollar every day of the week. Stellar customer service and all the employees are so positive and helpful. Another place I recommend for all my tourist friends. Oh and you get 10% off if you opt out of having your purchased items bag free; eco friendly baby, thats what Im talking about. This place is so perfect for so many different reasons and if you have donations (clothing/furniture, whatever), they will pick it up from your house.

Ja
Review №38

Absolutely love this place! Every time I visit there are so many new things. Great clothes and for an amazing price. Definitely will be going back to and recommending.

Da
Review №39

Lovely place with lovely people! Great clothes!

Sa
Review №40

My favorite place to shop! They always have new items and have amazing deals! Like these brand new Nike Air Max still had price tags on them and never been worn that I got for only $4.50. 💕💖💕 Im definitely going back to shop there again. Definitely recommend to everyone!!

Da
Review №41

Have cool stuff available. Everything is cheap and they always have great sales and deals. Very nice, cool people working here.

Lu
Review №42

I loved this place! It’s very organized and the staff is very friendly, plus the proceedings are going to help a great cause!

Ka
Review №43

Great selection of gently used items with a great purpose

Ma
Review №44

I love this place because they do free HIV, hepatitis C and other sexually transmitted disease testing. Its all 100% free and confidential. You can even look up your results online.They also have a pharmacy and a thrift store where they do sell nice clothes. Very friendly staff works here as well.

Na
Review №45

I find it strange that a thrift store who offers free HIV testing does not offer a public restroom. When I ask the sales person they directed me to a Kroger down the street or coffee shop who make you buy something before you use the restroom. The other associate staired at like I had three heads and made discussed face. I planned on staying to shop but now because I was made to feel unwelcome Im leaving and taking my business elsewhere.

Br
Review №46

Friendly staff, great finds, proceeds used properly, good prices. FYI all donations must be left during business hours. NO after hours drop offs anything left after hours WILL be thrown away!

Ga
Review №47

Always a fun place to find and buy things you want and things you didnt even know you wanted. Just double check the quality of the item you are thinking of buying. When it comes to furniture check check and check again to make sure that there are no bed bugs signs whether alive dead or eggs. You dont want to buy them also. I know someone who bought a chair looked thoroughly and still ended up with infestation in that chair.

Ro
Review №48

The idea of the thrift store is amazing. Love the philosophical direction, the free STD testing, and the people are nice too. The selection is small though and everything but the clothes are a bit disorganized. Neat place though.

Ka
Review №49

Beyond friendly! Can find a lot of great stuff for cheap.

Jo
Review №50

What a wonderful community center. Come find lightly used clothing and other items with name brands, which all goes to support the access to prevention and treatment of STDs, and HIV/AIDS. Thank you to all who are patrons of this business and to the business and those who volunteer here to help improve the quality of life of those who live within our community.

Jo
Review №51

Literally the worst experience I’ve ever had they say no refunds which is understandable but whenever my girlfriend is standing there handing them her money and then we realize the couch we just bought isn’t gonna fit into the apartment while we’re still standing there seconds after the money was handed over and we asked to get a different one but they won’t give us back the difference need to remind you while we’re still standing there seconds after paying Sounds like the worst customer service to me I’d rather catch the plague then go back in there and deal with such people like that

Ka
Review №52

Love this place Awesome finds Great prices .

N
Review №53

I rate this five stars because of how special it is. I live in Toronto and when my friend and I visit Ohio we go there to look around because it is a thrift store, but mainly because it is a cool LGBTQIA2S+ friendly area. It is nice to know some of the staff is queer and it is so awesome that Americans can get free HIV testing at the clinic within. That is so important and a necessary service that should be free always.In terms of the atmosphere, I will not lie, it is a bit empty. But they have amazing deals (I got a flannel for a $1) and have a nice selection of leather goods and some decent long sleeved shirts. They had a grande piano last time I went, which was nice. They also have a water bottle refill station, but no public washroom, unfortunately.I have never encountered a bad employee, in fact, I had a very nice talk with a gentleman about what is going on in the States in general and abouy Canada. It was really nice. I got about ten pieces of clothing for $40 which was a steal, pretty much.Overall, I liked it. It is a little empty, but the novelty is there.

Al
Review №54

This is a great place. I do quite a lot of shopping there...everything from clothing to fine furniture. Staff nice and most of all professional.

Ch
Review №55

First of all, the place goes to a great cause and as a customer you can benefit from that cause since they give out free contraception. Then theres always great clothes and an interesting assortment of art, furniture, dishes, and other knick knacks for your home. Its an especially accommodating shop if youre trying to save money. They even have a student discount.

Sh
Review №56

Love the selection of clothes that Out of the Closet has available. Everytime i leave with extreamly lighter pockets.

Je
Review №57

Youll find amazing deals here. Really good name brands! !Good prices. Cheaper then good will and the thrift shops! !

Co
Review №58

Best thrift store in town, next to Goodwill! Clothes are very clean, fun and unique art pieces for cheap, reasonably priced, sturdy furniture, and plenty of knick-knacks to sort through. Service is highly courteous and they always remember their regulars.

Ma
Review №59

Nice thrift store

Al
Review №60

Clean store good buys!!!

Ja
Review №61

Fairly modern, friendly thrift shopping for a cause. Some interesting trinkets and surprisingly trendy items with prices that remind you of so.

st
Review №62

Super friendly staff... Could use a larger selection. Prices are very affordable! Great experience!

Dr
Review №63

Ive found good wearable clothes and housewares here. And its located near some other fun places to visit like the library and other thrift stores.

Kr
Review №64

These people do great work for the community, including free HIV testing and free condoms for visitors. Its both small AND priced a little higher than most thrift stores, but thats to be expected. Everythings organized really well, the staff are nice, and (thank GOD) theres parking in the back. I love coming here for cheap clothes, and apparently it isnt too bad for electronics either. When my partner and I were last there, he found some expensive adapter cable in a $1 box. So if there are any weird little cords or cables youve been looking for, it might be worth it to run by. Its a great place overall. Check them out.

Do
Review №65

Was very nice, was hoping for more clothing but did get a couple items at great price that was not expecting to find. Will recommend everyone make donations an shop here

ta
Review №66

Love this store for thrifting an also that they give so much back to those with Hiv.

an
Review №67

Called store for hours. Left work early to make it on time yet when i get there they are closed And refuse to service me. Dont offer services and info it it isnt accurate. I spoke to Jacob and he lied about the hours. I left work early missing out on money. If i could afford that i clearly wouldnt be coming to this dump.

Va
Review №68

Out of the Closet is a thrift store type place with a good cause. They provide plenty of services to the community. They have free and open testing for HIV several times a week, and provide testing for other STIs but not as frequent as their HIV testing.

Br
Review №69

Great staff. Wellness clinic offers free rapid hiv testing. Blood and urinalysis std testing Mondays and Thursdays from 2p to 6p

Ke
Review №70

This thrift store is really quite unique! They offer HIV testing, have an onsite pharmacy and also encourage eco-friendly practices. I love wandering thru thrift stores and this one did not disappoint. Found a brand new skirt for $4. Friendly staff too!

Pa
Review №71

I love this place. Great prices and even better staff.

Wi
Review №72

Friendly, fun and for a good cause. Parking is tricky for larger vehicles, but managable. Very clean, especially for a thrift store.

So
Review №73

Good place to thrift on the cheaper end in Columbus. Friendly staff. Student discounts. They offer free STI testing for the community, which is why its good time upper Out of the Closet!

Al
Review №74

Such a wonderful space providing invaluable services to the community! Prices are good and we never leave empty handed!

Do
Review №75

I love out of the closet 😍

Ch
Review №76

I highly recommend this business if you are looking for nice name brand clothing at thrift store prices lots of specials and some clothing cheap as a dollar go check them out

Co
Review №77

Awesome place with awesome deals. Make sure to get tested so you can stay healthy!

Al
Review №78

This was my firsts time ever coming to this store, I go past it almost everyday Ive been going past it for a total of 3 years I was always to scared to enter but something told me I should today so I did, everyone was super nice and friendly I felt like I could be my self and not worry, I was soooo happy I felt like I could take on the world I even bought an outfit which made me feel like me I felt like I was home and thats the best feeling ever! The staff is also super amazing Im definitely coming back here more often!

Ji
Review №79

Just a great place . Love all the staff and so glad everything goes to helping with HIV and Aids.

Ke
Review №80

The Best thrift shop Ive ever been in and my advisory scorer absolute favorite in all of Columbus.

Kr
Review №81

Well curated. Not piles of junk. Always find a great deal here plus money goes to a great cause.

Ed
Review №82

Always a great experience shopping while picking up scripts at the pharmacy!

Ja
Review №83

Best thrift store in town! Offers free condoms and HIV testing. We almost always stop if we are in the area.

De
Review №84

One of the best community resources in Central Ohio. Nice selection of gently used clothing and household items. Free HIV/AIDS testing on site and a pharmacy is located in the site also.

Ja
Review №85

Great up cycle resource. Markdowns every Sunday. Donate what you dont need and discover great values!

Pa
Review №86

Always find unique things in here and the employees are nice and helpful. We love shopping here 👍

Gu
Review №87

Cool stuff, better quality than with most thrift stores. And the work they do with AHF is stellar.

mi
Review №88

Staff is very friendly and great sales just make sure you check the tags!

Ma
Review №89

Lovely thrift store!

Pa
Review №90

A great place to browse, friendly people, some eclectic items.

Wi
Review №91

Great quality used products where every penny goes to help our community.

Ri
Review №92

I love the cause and free condoms and HIV testing, but I can never find anything here that I want to buy.

St
Review №93

Great company !! Love that profits benefit the community. Great selection too!

Jo
Review №94

Great thrift store for a great cause. Always clean and friendly staff.

El
Review №95

Freindly workers, nice merchandise at a reasonable price! Some items are rather unique too.

On
Review №96

Neat and very organized.

Cr
Review №97

If you spill soup on your tie at lunch, you can get a like-new one here for two bucks. Sweet. Supports good causes too.

Ri
Review №98

Pretty sweet joint, fear not theyre all pretty awesome sauce.

Ch
Review №99

Decent thrift store that also does HIV resting for free.

An
Review №100

Decent thrift store plus the service to the community and free condoms.

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  • Address:1230 N High St, Columbus, OH 43201, United States
  • Site:https://locations.outofthecloset.org/
  • Phone:+1 614-291-2680
Categories
  • Clothing store
  • Thrift store
  • Furniture store
  • Non-profit organization
  • Second hand store
Working hours
  • Monday:10AM–7PM
  • Tuesday:10AM–7PM
  • Wednesday:10AM–7PM
  • Thursday:10AM–7PM
  • Friday:10AM–7PM
  • Saturday:10AM–6PM
  • Sunday:10AM–7PM
Service options
  • In-store shopping:Yes
Health & safety
  • Mask required:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
Payments
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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