99 Cents the Limit Incorporated

Go in get your stuff and leave. Don’t expect any type of customer service. The so called guard at the front who opts to wear jeans three sizes too big because he got a belt on sale the said store shouts at customers from the front to the line. Can’t expect much these days not even for 99 cents.

You can always come here and find interesting things and end up spending more money than you had originally planned to! They have unique items and I always manage to pick up something that I would not have gotten somewhere else. There were these imported banana cookies there a few weeks ago and I can kick myself for not getting more of them because they disappeared quickly. They were delicious and an excellent value for only $.99! My complaints are that it can get a little bit crowded in there from time to time and sometimes the place is filled with boxes that you have to navigate around. You have to watch the cashiers carefully at the check out because sometimes you can be innocently overcharged.

My go to 99 cent store because I live in the area. They have pretty much anything anything you would expect in a 99 cent store, great selections. During the holidays they always have cute nick nacks to buy. The parking lot is a huge plus. They did raise prices so most things aren’t 99 cents anymore unfortunately. They also have a good section but not sure how I feel about buying it here. Lines move pretty quick and they do accept credits cards.

Imaging shopping during an apocalypse
That’s the best way to describe how it feels to shop here

This place is such garbage now… I have been coming here since I was a child. Back then everything really was no more than 99 cents. A few years ago they changed this and things that used to be 99 cents such as glass cokes went up in price. In addition, the appeal of not having to look at prices is completely lost because you can be picking up something that is 5 bucks. On top of this, I think there must have been a change in management because one of the managers Dave, acts like such a snobby stuck up guy that I wanted to punch him. This place has really gone down hill which is unfortunate. It looks as though I’ll only enjoy real deal stores like The Dollar Store from now on.

It was because of tonight’s experience that I felt compelled to write a review. I don’t usually like to bash but I nearly lost my sh#%!
I used to frequent this store so often that my bf would dread the idea of me asking. This store WAS great with all things for 99¢ (some with tax). This was my go to place for prizes, candy, decorations and kosher items and holiday treats for the clients I work with.
Now (and for the last couple of years), things have slowly changed and at least half the store is more than 99¢.
So about tonight.
I went to the store around 7pm and it was pretty hectic most likely due to the Jewish holiday Purim coming up. So I decided to stock up on some candy, chips and other snacks for the kiddos I work with. When I was finished I got on a fairly short line, maybe 2 to 3 people in front of me. When it was finally my turn I was helped by a tall girl with bangs and long dark hair. Got a few things that were 10 for a dollar or a 4 for a dollar and assumed the girl behind the counter knew what she was doing so I was on my phone answering some text messages. But you know what happens when you assume…
So anyway when she’s finished I pay I get my receipt I get in my car and go home. I get home and I’m excited to make my little gift baggies when I notice on the receipt that I was charged for 13 items when I only had 12 things and it looked like an excessive amount of charges for tax. I decided to go back to the store since calling their phone number was disconnected.
I was greeted by an a less than friendly manager, Dave. The girl who helped me earlier was called over, unfortunately I did not get her name. The gist what happened next was that I was accused of leaving an item out so as to cheat them out of $ 1 of business. Apparently candy has tax. The manager attempted several times to try and show me a sign with the rules as though I could not read or understand English — I spoke better than the 2 people I was dealing with. When the girl finally came over she said she remembered me and continued to state that she did not make a mistake and that I was watching her ring items even though I was not — that was my bad. After some more back and forth, the manager finally decided to «allow» me to take another item like he was doing me a favor since there are no refunds, but the girl behind the counter proceeded to protest this idea. I’m sorry WHAT? It being her fault, let’s just say it was a good thing there was a counter between us.
I mean honestly, why would I waste my gas and time to come back to gyp them A DOLLAR? No — a mistake was made and i needed it corrected. Then this stupid girl continues to run her mouth about how she doesn’t need to charge me the extra because she has money. Uh hello the money wouldn’t go to you anyway moron and I’m sure you’re rolling in the dough which is why I have to deal with someone as «INTELLIGENT» as you.
If i decide to come back, I’ll remember to make sure to do what the girl behind the counter gets paid to do — that way I won’t have to be overcharged again and then accused of trying gyp the store out of a whole dollar.

I love this place!
It’s true, most of the items in the store are more than 99 cents, but they’ve got a great selection of items ranging from holiday decorations, to household items, toys, school supplies, over-​the-​counter medicines, personal hygiene products, spices, and food (even a refrigerated and frozen food section). And their prices are fantastic. I once bought a whole 4-​lb chicken here for $ 3! That’s just insane. They even have fresh bread delivered daily!
Large parking lot is a plus. They also now take WIC and credit cards. And they have a very large selection of kosher items.
My only qualm here is that oftentimes the line can get quite long, but I find it’s worth it. Also, a lot of times the reason they’re able to sell brand name food for so cheap is because their expiration date is relatively soon — so be mindful of that, and always check the dates when purchasing food (especially in the refrigerated section).

Big store, good location, huge inventory, BUT DO NOT BUY FOOD THERE!
You get chance to buy poison. I had this experience today. The cream cheese was with green mold.
I bring it back for refund, because can’t trust. No way!
Anyway, DO NOT BUY FOOD THERE!

Top notch 99 cent store. Cream of the crop. You may find everything you need plus some. Will find name brand and generic items of good quality on a daily basis. Have a parking lot. However now they need to call it 99 and up. Everyone is always very nice as far as employees go.

You can always count on this place for having snacks and nick nacks at very low prices. The even have a parking lot, which in Brooklyn is a treat.
The down side is the long lines at the register.

Not too bad for a 99 cent store. Beware of expiration dates. Sometimes it is just the usual junk that every 99 cent store has but every once and a while you find something worthwhile. NOT everything is 99 cents. Matter of fact much of the store is more. I find that a bit annoying since the store is called 99 cent store. If things are more then change the NAME!!!

This a a great value store though as another reviewer noted, the quality and cleanliness have gone down in recent years. Still for many items and for Passover, it is the best deal going! For other products, check the expiration dates because with the low prices often comes a very short window to consume what you have purchased.

I used to love this store and went there often. However lately the change in management has brought about lower level choices, dirty store and spoiled food due to poor handling and refridgeration issues. I see food that is supposed to be refridgerated sitting outside. I recently purchased some Breyers ice cream. When I opened it it looked to be a funny color and tasted bad. It was freezer burnt. I returned it for exchange, got home and the second one was the same thing. This time the stupid manager would not take it back. One day someone will end up in the hospital or dead because bad food can do that. I will not return to this store again.

I loathe 99 cent stores — but if you gotta go to one — this is the Mecca of 99 cent stores in Brooklyn — now accepting WIC and selling food (I would not risk it — but y9ou can try if you like.)
Meanwhile, my 8 year old loves to poke around in here. Tons of household and kitchen items, gift ideas (for cheap gifts), birthday and wedding party décor (and cheap).
It’s really, really cheap stuff.

Great 99 cent store that has a big grocery selection. Although 99 percent of the items there does not sell for 99 cents its still a nice place to get your discount name brand food.
Also their private parking lot can get very hectic and tight especially over the weekend. So it might be better to park on the street.

The best 99 cents (well 99 cents and slightly above) store in Brooklyn!
I have been going here for years!!! I understand inflation, therefore certain items are no longer 99 cents. But, those items are not above $ 1.49.
Sure the usual suspects plates, cups, paper goods, razors, seasonings, foil pans, oven covers, microwave bowls etc., are still 99 cents.
The frozen food, dairy aisle, and breads are between 99 cents and $ 1.49.
Candles, baby items, hardware supplies, birthday party items, books, calenders, glasses, plates bowls etc…99 cents!!!
Just check the expiration date and your good.
Wednesday is shipment day and believe me the shipments go fast!!!
This store everything from soup to nuts and all at the right price!!!
One single line for check out a la TJ Maxx with items on the sides for impulse buying.
*August and September, all the school supplies you need at below basement prices!!! Passover time several Kosher goodies, Easter time there are several baskets and supplies to make baskets, Christmas time, tree ornaments and supplies try to avoid Sundays because of crowds and on Saturdays they are fairly empty, but no real foodstuffs in the freezer*

I can not say enough good things about this store. It’s the best. It’s one of the stores that I go out of my way to get to because the prices and deals are a great find. Even though within the last year, they have raised prices, good deals are still plentiful.
The stock people are sometimes borderline rude, but hey I have thick skin. Store gets 5 stars nonetheless!

Everything used to be 99 Cents, but after they’ve upgraded and what not, the prices have gone up.
$ 1.50s and UP? That’s crazy.
But despite the «jump» in prices, the deals you get are awesome compared to most grocery/​convenience stores.
If you can work around the price increase and short expiration time on food, this is the place to be.

I was drawn in to this store by it’s attractive (to cheapskates) signage… Huge, bright, lit-​up: 99 cents! Superstore!
However, it wasn’t all that thrilling, once I got inside. It’s basically like a much dirtier, messier version of Jack’s World. They actually have a lot of the same overstock products, but it’s much more disorganized.
There are good deals to be found, and I picked up a few things (Pepperidge Farm bread for a buck, yay), but I wouldn’t trek out of my way to shop here.

This place has been around forever. I grew up in Brighton Beach, and I remember coming here 10 – 15 years ago. It’s changed a lot since then — at some point, half of it was a clothing store; it’s definitely changed owners/​managers a few times; and most recently it was renovated to some degree.
The last time I went, they had moved the entrance to the side street and the cash registers were changed to a single line system (which is faster, but the way they had it set up, you couldn’t leave the line without going through everyone behind you). I could also tell a lot of the changes were recent because there were tons of boxes all over the store, lining the aisles and blocking everyone. It was an inconvenience, but their selection saved them.
Like I said, I’d been coming here for years (sometimes completely out of my way to do so), and it’s been hit and miss. Sometimes they have interesting and useful stuff. Other times, not so much. I’ve bought cheap tools, cups, curtain rods, table cloths, bathroom cleaning supplies, and all sorts of random crap here. Although this isn’t a chain (to my knowledge), I consider this the flagship 99 cent store of Brooklyn.
If you’re in the mood for cheap stuff or just have money burning a hole in your pocket, come here and you’ll easily spend $ 30.
Also, with the last management change, they now accept credit cards! For the longest time, it was cash only so this was music to my ears!