99 Cents Only Store

1 of the 2 99’s I go to in the valley. Parking is a little harder now due to all the new businesses that opened up in the same corner.
They have brand name items you wouldn’t expect sometimes, but it really varies. They’ll have something one week, and the next week it’ll be gone. They had loaves of bread, strawberries, grapes, oranges. Pretty great selection of groceries if you’re on a budget. I’ve even seen gluten free pasta! They also have some organic products (not produce though).
If you see a good buy, just take them all, because it won’t be there for long.

The 99 cent stores are the Neiman Marcus of the valley. I call it the surprise stores. The Benjamin Franklin sails here to deliver all the many goods from other lands for us to appreciate and buy, that is what we do, until sadly, a lot of it ends up in land fills. What one can find here!!!, see reviews below. So, my favourite isle is the decorations isle; It’s so much fun to peruse this part of the store. You cannot imagine what they come up with. I actually use some items to accent/​add to my designer outfits and I receive many compliments when I do. It is definately possible if you have creativity and it’s such fun; dare to do this (I know you can pull it off).Well, maybe it’s because I was a costumer. Everyone will think you shopped on Rodeo, cause some of the stuff there is crazy ridiculous too. All seasonal fashion accessories are all here, you just have to look for them and I have blast picking out just the things that stand out to me and I know I can wear or tye into a look. I also purchase things to decorate my parent’s grave. Mom loves it. Yes, this isle gets messy but that is all part of the shopping experience because it gets REALLY messy, so don’t forget to look under the mess, so you don’t miss anything.
Ice is especially cheap, cleaning products, coconut juice, party goods, picnic items.etc. etc. can’t be beat in price. You need some time in here. It’s just t much fun.
My favourite is the toasted coconut chips. I always take them with me to the movies.
So, meet me there and I will be your «stylist» or party advisor.
I took away one star due to there being NO VALET PARKING.

This store is a mess. I understand it’s a holiday week but dang! Clean up! And be aware that they have lots of items intermixed with the 99 cent stuff thats unmarked that costs $ 2.99! False advertisement :/

Will never understand how there are up to 6 registers (give or take) but typically only 1 – 2 people working at the registers on weekends.
I’ve never been here when it wasn’t crowded.
Needless to say, you can get cheap shit here. Some of the recent things I bought were chocolate coconut chips, Canine Carry Out treats for my dog, Halloween makeup, paint brushes, and Special K oatmeal cups.
The parking lot is terrible. Small, cramped lot and difficult to get in and out of. Thankfully there is now one on Tampa which is a bit easier and much cleaner.

A little cluttered but come on, mostly everything is 99 cents so I’m not complaining, I come here for grocery shopping and then whatever i can’t find, like meats or lots of fresh fruit i just hop on over to vons and grab it really quick, I love the 99 cent store for dry food though, like bagged goods and canned items as well, it’s just as good as brand name but for like ¼ of the price

I love this place. I moved to Northridge for college and I get everything here! Peanut butter, cereal, fruit, veggies, toothpaste ect. I recommmend looking here before going to a vons or ralphs because they have the exact same stuff with even the same brands for soooo much cheaper if you’re a college student come here and save money!

This is a decent 99 cents location. I’ve found really great stuff here including organic snacks and drinks. I also get my fish oil and garlic oil here. Coconut snacks, organic energy drinks, organic coffee. Great stuff that you would pay probably triple the price of you find them anywhere else. I have also gotten cheap, but not too bad quality bathroom mats and rugs for $ 1.99. Memory foam too :) Also found some great summer and holiday themed stuff! All for 99 cents!
When the holiday or season is over, they go on sale. Sometimes even for buy one get one free! If you really take the time to look around 99 cents you will find a lot and spend no more than $ 20-​$ 30 and they’re pretty worth it! You can even find Colgate toothbrushes or different brand name foods here that you would spend $ 3-​$ 4 at Target!

Wow. The manager at this store today… Cannot believe her attitude. There is an event at Cream next door and the line extends past the 99 cent store. Tons of people who are waiting in line or already got their ice cream were going in, but the manager seems so irritated that we are standing in the shade on her property that she is literally using carts and tape to block off the shade and force us to stand in the parking lot. So rude. I will intentionally never shop here again because of her attitude. She should just be grateful at the infusion of business and foot traffic, not irritated at the crowd.

This is a great store. Sometimes the employees can be a little rude but in al it’s a good store. Sometimes I think why it is called 99 cent store because the last time I went was last week and most of the items were marked for 2 dollars.

meh
meh
TERRIBLE parking and entrance/​exit drive ways
store isn’t too bad of a mess
just a bunch of loonies who kept asking if i work there… uhm. no where on any of my articles of clothing does it show a .99 logo, a name badge, or an apron

The phrase, it’s too good to be true, isn’t always a accurate. There are too many things here I’m tempted to buy, and things that I have. The other day I picked up Catus-​Corn Tortilla chips, fresh Portobello Mushrooms, Romaine Lettuce and more. They even have higher end items, like teas, and 12oz Monster Energy drinks. It’s also a good place to shop for decorations.

Fresh fruits and veggies, friendly staff, but my favorite part is the gifts bags and paper wraps for gifts. They have a big variety for all events, all for $.99 each! Love it :)

Not the most orderly nor the best stocked .99 cents store… but it is right off the street on the way to the freeway. Parking sucks because of the recycling place. I’ve found some good stuff here, but I have to check carefully since items are sometimes broken or chipped. It’s fine, as far as 99 cents stores go…

I usually come here first before I do any other shopping. Be weary of the «fresh» produce. usually wilted and funky.

I’m a 99 cent store queen. Why go to a regular supermarket when they have everything you need?! And for $ 1 at that.
Fresh food, some frozen food, and food for when you are on the go. Eyelashes for a night out, and glassware for your home. I like to buy the glassware and etch something on them as a present. They also have vinyl, a must when your doing custom etching, and I dont have ti make a trip to a craft store.
From makeup to food, to glassware, to greeting cards, picture frames, paintings, gift boxes, and even super glue. This place has just about everything for $ 1, why pay anything more?

This location would get 4 stars if it wasn’t for the tidiness of the store. Stuff is everywhere, some boxes aren’t even opened, they are just stacked in the aisles with the merchandise sitting on top of the box. Also, while I love all the cheap veggies in the produce section, they often OVER FILL the refrigerated table to the point where when you take a piece of produce it feels room temperature. Makes me queasy to think about the possibility of some of those refrigerated items beginning to decay in that case.
As for everything else… this place has everything. It’s 99 Cents only store, but keep in mind that it’s 99.99 cents, basically 1 dollar. While that may be nitpicking, I really believe in «buyer be informed» — and this little nuance should be made known.

I haven’t been to a 99 cents only store in the longest time! I love this store and love how everything is so cheap! I would always buy everything from chocolate for holidays and Valentine cards for my classmates. Everything from school supplies to things that I never needed. I just love how cute things are here. Other than that, the only thing I would not buy is any type of food other than chocolate and candy. I just didn’t feel comfortable. Don’t ask why. I think I am going to go shop their on the weekend! ;)

Busy street and packed full of stuff.
Typical 99 cent store and if you are local then you wont complain.
If you live far away then dont waste your time and find one closer to you.

Growing up in Northridge, this store is what set the bar for me for how much money is reasonable to pay for things. Paying more than a dollar for shampoo or toothpaste? You’re getting ripped off!
And as proof that penny pinching does make a difference, this chain of stores has raised prices from 99 cents to 99.99 cents! In other words, most things here are now a dollar, but they’re technically not calling it that. Some things are still cheaper, like 69 or 79 cents.
Here are some of the many things that can be had here for a dollar:
Kitchen:
Spatulas, strainers, peelers, can openers, tongs, knives, plates, cups
Food:
Water, sports drinks, soda, canned pasta, canned veggies, canned fruit, canned beans, crab meat (can’t find this at my Dollar Tree up in the Bay Area), coffee mix, bread, bananas, frozen dinners, candy
Office:
Pens, pencils, notebooks
Hygiene:
Soap, shampoo, toothpaste
Electrical:
Light bulbs, batteries, remote controls, cell phone headsets, light switches, outlet splitters
Tools:
Hex wrenches, safety googles, clamps
Pets:
Dog and cat food, chew toys
Christmas (seasonal):
Wreaths, bows, ornaments, tinsel trees, gift bags, Santa hats, candy canes
Misc:
Door stoppers, garden pots, LOTS of toys
With so many great deals to be had, why am I not giving this place a perfect rating? For one, this store is a bit cluttered. It’s not too hard for an employee to go around straightening things up, but a little presentation goes a long way. Also, the store is a bit unpredictable with some of its inventory. They don’t always have bananas, for instance. And that pallet of gardening pots? Pretty sure it won’t be there the next time I come back.
Still, I like this place because good deals abound on common items, and occasionally you’ll find something useful that you weren’t expecting.

WHOLE-​EEEE CRAP.
I mean that sincerely.
Never have I been to such a magical, terrifying place (well, I went to Children’s Fairyland in Oakland when I was younger, but I’m going to not count that for right now).
This 99 cent store has:
–cantalopes
–otter pops
–milk
–ham
–condoms
–potatoes
–ice cream
–lube
–bowls
–silverware
–rice crispy treats
–soda
…and of course:
–pregnancy tests.
Way to keep it classy.
The most amazing thing I found here (besides FRUIT) is the box of 12 unlubricated chocolate condoms. At the dollar store.
Now, I assume that since it’s in such close proximity to CSUN (my new school!) that they assume that all the college kids here are horny cheap idiots, and thereby stock the sheleves with UNlubricated sugar-​y condoms (sidenote: also available in EXTRA large).
Now, if you happen to be looking for these condoms (I posted pictures as proof, but if you want to, um, experience them for yourself…) here’s a hint: They’re right next to the pregnancy tests.
So serious.