Mission Solano Thrift Store

I so want to love this store. They have all the makings to be great! They have a great helpful staff, tons of merchandise, neat, they have a huge space and it’s well organized. But they are missing the key ingredient — reasonable prices. I hope they read this review, because I was almost compelled to talk to the manager. I want them to be successful because they have everything except pricing is laughable. They need to go out there and look around before pricing merchandise. Do some market research. Look at the Dollar Store, look at other thrifts and price accordingly. Clear basic vases (like you get at the Dollar Store) for $ 3 – 4 is unreasonable. Small plastic storage bins (like shoe size) that are used/​not clean at $ 4 is unreasonable. I just got 12 of those on Amazon for $ 35 (that’s $ 2.91 each) and they are new/​clean. I could go on and on. They also need to edit merchandise a bit — you don’t need 20 old coffee pots without coffee makers. Please read this with an open mind and do your research. Decide — do you want to eeek out every penny and not sell merchandise. Or do you want to move merchandise and sell volume. You could be great.

I enjoy coming in here workers are all very kind! Grear kids toys and games! Clean for a thrift store lots of stuff to look at. I also like the 5 free books they give to each kid ;)

When I first moved here five years ago, I went to this store and fell in love with it. The prices were so good I literally furnished my entire house from this place. The staff was friendly and they would joke around and it was just a nice relaxing place to shop and get good deals. Something happened. I am not sure what happened, but the happy casual atmosphere was replaced and the business tried to be more upscale. The prices increased to expensive thrift and I no longer shop there. I think they started following a Goodwill corporate model, but Goodwill thrift is also too expensive and something really neat was lost in this little store. Good cause, but wish they would bring back the good prices and hometown feel.

I really love this store. It’s very well organized and very well staffed. There are always multiple people on the floor trying to re-​organize and clean up and I am always greeted when I walk in. It’s nice to shop in a store where I don’t have to sift through grungy clothes and step over discarded junk on the floor.
I usually come in for clothes and jewelry, occasionally books and furniture — once I’ve gathered a few things in/​on my arms, a staff member ALWAYS asks if they can hold my items at the front for me which I think is very considerate.
There is a different discount sale whenever I come in and different racks with around 50−75% off the tag price.
There is no fitting room so they offer the bathroom to try on clothes, which I don’t mind. Maybe put some hooks up in the bathrooms then? Some electronics are a bit overpriced and I’d like to see a change in the music they play in the store. But those things don’t hinder my experience — I love spending my money here and will be back very soon (probably today).

I’m a big thrifter when it comes to furniture; I know all the thrift stores from Fairfield to Vacaville to Berkeley. Mission Solano has a big furniture selection and is well organized but priced like an antique mall instead of a thrift store. Not sure of any other things they sell since I just look at furniture. Most likely won’t be back.

This place is needs new management! The big guy manager has the volunteers look out for things and sets them aside in his office. I bet if you go to his house it’s full of donated stuff? Hmmmm why is that? The place is not handicap friendly and the clothing isles are too close. Managment will not budge on overpriced items. Only clothes go on sale and you have to wonder if they would have priced things lower they wouldn’t be sending tons of items to the dump. Save you time and drive bye this place. I once seen drug deals going down in store with volunteers. Just north of mission Solano is the thrift store and old roller rink antique shop and the workers are much friendlier and willing to negotiate prices.

I love to go thrift shopping and this store has the selection, but the prices are outrageous! I do stop in from time to time because every once in a while I find a hidden gem, but it’s becoming few and far between.
I stopped in today and took a peek in the furniture department and was shocked to see things priced for over a thousand dollars! It may be solid wood, but for that price I would rather go to an antique mall and get one that has been properly restored for the same price.
A lot of their smaller things are priced comparable to what they are selling for online on eBay. If you want the eBay prices, you need to sell them there. Someone needs to remind them that this is a THRIFT STORE and people are looking for a bargain!
I would advise you donate to other charities such as the Opportunity House in Vacaville or the Northbay Guild Secondhand Rose store. I have donated to both and have seen my items out on the floor priced reasonably.
Here’s hoping the management wakes up and starts to operate this store properly. Until then, I will keep my one star review up.

I do not recommend this over priced rip off thrift store. A target shirt with tags was $ 4 more than the store price. A used hoodie for $ 25. A used computer chair for $ 25. No wonder this store is packed to the max, nothing’s going out! Don’t shop or donate here, no point.

I went last night and boy, I was disappointed. It’s a huge store on North Texas (did they move recently?) but everything was really expensive.
I saw a pair of magenta rain boots for … $ 28! Are they serious? They had used baby clothes in average to bad condition for $ 4 each. Huh? No.
I saw a metal (not the ceramic one) popcorn bowl for $ 7. Get out of here!
I’m glad that I bumped into The Thrift Center right down the street. baby clothes priced appropriately (from about $ 0.60 to $ 5 depending on the item and the condition) AND they were having a half price sale.
I will not be returning to Mission Solano Thrift. =(

I used to donate items here, but now I can’t even afford to shop there! I will not be donating to this Store any more, when people who really need this used donated items can’t even afford to buy it. Is this a non-​profit Organization?

Where do I even begin, I specialize in used electronics and so forth. I travel from the east and west coast visiting establishments like this. I have visited this store several times in the past (about 2.5−3 years ago) and never had a problem. This store has changed staff and they are NOT concerned about their customer’s at all. This is a christian establishment and I find that ironic. Friendliness has gone out of the window. I was told 2 different prices on a $ 1 item. I told the manager that the prices were too high. The manager offered no response. Infact, later spoke to a past customer and she no longer supports this store because you are watched like a criminal. I can agree with the lady as I also noticed this behavior. Save your money and visit other stores in the area that really care for their customer’s. I will NEVER return.

If you are looking to spend the same if not MORE than you would at the store please by all means go here. This place is crazy with their prices. $ 7 – 10 for USED shirts!!! $ 20 for USED shoes!!! I thought it was joke I even asked someone who worked there if these were the real prices or if they were having some 90% off sale lol. I saw nothing under $ 1. Great selection of products but if I want to pay full price I will just go to the store (or goodwill lol) No way will I ever be back here! I know its for charity but how can I donate to charity if I cannot even afford the stuff!!! Ridiculous. I hope they consider the bad review son Unilocal and change their prices.

What was once a rather reputable thrift establishment with fair prices has undergone new management that has absolutely ruined any semblance of interest in this thrift store. Home goods were generally priced between 10 – 30 dollars, which is a fair price considering most are damaged or blemished. New management has slapped new stickers on every item for at least $ 50 for each thing. Used books are $ 5 a piece. A complete rip-​off and a sham of a pseudo-​religious operation. Take your money elsewhere.

I’m a thrift store addict & frequent all the local spots. This is one of my least favorites. While I LOVE supporting a local cause, especially one that alleviates homelessness, this store has it’s cons. The first time I ever went in there was a really great sale, & they were offering discounts. My subsequent visits were so/​so. The furniture is priced a bit high here, although sometimes they have great stuff in good condition at a reasonable price. I once found a nice mid century piece that i really wanted., but paid $ 80. Quite a bit more than i would pay at thrift & it needed work.
Pros: Delivery! They delivered to me for $ 30, which was great! They are generally very friendly and helpful here too, which is nice.
The clothing is a bit high compared to some other places (not Goodwill) & they generally don’t have a lot of good deals/​merchandise IMO, but it may just be the days that I pop in there.
But the #1 thing that annoys me is their false advertising. They regularly have signs in the window displaying discounts, but they only apply to certain items.
Today the sign read «40% off EVERYTHING». I thought OK, that’s simple, right? NO! It was everything except furniture & some clothing apparently. I bought a table at full price & shorts for my son at 30% off. It really bugs me that they do that. I go in lured by a sale, and pay full price usually. I always feel deceived. I usually hesitate coming here, or skip it altogether. Not good policy you guys!

To make a long story short I was told one price and paid that amount, then here comes this guy (boss) telling me it’s 20.00 dollars more. We started to go back and fourth about the price. He told the cashier to refund my money to end this now. He was an asshole. I will never go back to this store any more. Also I will not be giving them any more donations. I will go some where else. Beware when you shop there.

I’m a thrift store junkie. I just love a good bargain. As far as the thrift stores in Fairfield go, this one is truly the best one. It doesn’t have so much of that junky feel inside. It’s VERY well organized and even has a furniture section.
What’s even better — we finally found the fondue pot we’d been hunting for all afternoon at other thrift stores. Not to mention it was just $ 8 for a great vintage fondue pot — awesome! Great selection and great customer service. Their parking lot is a little tight, but I may have just come at a busy time since it was the weekend.
If you’re looking for a deal and don’t want to dig through bins of junk, make this your first stop!

I finally went in to check out this thrift store a few weeks ago and I’m so glad I did! Everything is 30% off, which is great. I definitely plan to go back again soon.
I managed to pick up some great pieces, including a Ralph Lauren red and white vertical striped button down with an all-​white collar for only $ 3.50, two pairs of perfect fitting jeans for only $ 4.20 each (brands: Lee’s One True Fit and Gap 1969), and a classic navy blue mid-​length skirt with white polka dots (which I plan to wear high-​waisted) for only $ 3.50!
The staff is nice and friendly as well.
The greatest part of these purchases is that the money goes to Mission Solano, which I know is a great organization because we partner with them at work so I’m aware of what they do for the community. If you didn’t know, they provide a lot of valuable resources to vulnerable populations in the county. For example, they provide temporary housing to homeless or near homeless individuals through their «Mission Solano House,» which is also a site where food is distributed to those who need it but can’t necessarily afford it.
Because this is a thrift store, you’re going to have to deal with the standard thrift store goods/​bads: i.e. the smell of some of the clothes, rifling through racks and racks to find really worthwhile pieces, and some wear and tear. However, they keep the store pretty organized and clean.
Now I don’t have to drive out all the way to El Sobrante to go thrifting!

I love this store. Big selection, reasonable prices. I love hunting for vintage treasures and I never walk out empty handed! Friendly staff too. Plus by shopping here your money is going to a good cause so it’s a win-​win for everyone.

Found this place while on my way to the Goodwill. I caught sight of a $ 0.99 rack outside which had some lovely finds. The store looks small from the outside, but it huge on the inside. The clothing items are under $ 6, they have a lot of electronics/​appliances (like stoves, dishwashers, etc). They divide the store in sections so the clothing is in the middle with mens and womens given their side, housewares in the front when you enter and electronics/​appliances in the back. I appreciated the staff working there the day I went, the woman was so sweet! This place is now on my list of good thrift stores.