North County Christian Thrift Shop, Atascadero CA

Not very Christian. Bought my son $40 worth of pants only to find out none of them fit him (they were two sizes big so I thought they’d fit but were too small). They don’t offer returns or exchanges even though tags were on and we just bought them. Also, they’re the most expensive out of all the thrift stores and aren’t friendly to homeless folks from what I saw. Not a very Christian business.

I am in there usually once a month, if not more. Seeing Tami is a highlight of my experience. She has helped me with birthday gifts, parties, dress up costume events, baby showers, and holidays- whatever I’m needing something for. I find them relatively priced well (I’m also super frugal sometimes so I try to be open minded). They always have deals going.

That being said, I was in there this evening (2/21/23) around 5: 30, and I heard an employee say something to another employee that wasn’t so kind. I believe her name starts with the letter D, but can’t quite remember what it is. I heard it and immediate turned my head to see who was talking to someone like that. The other employee looked relatively perturbed, and I don’t blame them! This will not keep me from coming back OF COURSE, but I thought I’d make someone more aware 1. Of what they’re saying, 2. Of how they’re saying it, and 3.that customers CAN hear you.

Extremely rude people and prices are insane also I came with a truck and trailer and there was no parking then an ACTUAL KAREN yelled at us this is supposed to be a Christian place instead we were treated terribly. (by the way my truck and trailer was NOT in a fire zone at all it was parked in the donation line so that people could have gone around us without us having to move so the reply to this is also false)

Love the staff and the wY store is organized. I check in regularly as they are always getting new stuff.

This had always been my favorite thrift store since before the fire made them move. It makes me sad to see how the prices have gone up. Clothing is now close to the cost of new from Ross or Walmart. And they are pricing a lot of items at eBay/Etsy listed prices. I have stopped donating here for this reason. I stop in now and then, but it’s not as fun anymore.

My wife and I had enjoyed our experience there until we wanted to purchase a sewing machine. We wanted to see if it worked properly. We were told that if we paid cash for it we could have two days to try it out. If there is any problems to bring it back and they would refund the cash. So we did.
We could not use it because it was missing a part. We returned it before the two days, but we’re not given our cash back. This person said that they don’t do that. I explained, that was what we were told and that is why it says paid cash on the receipt. The manager was not in and I said that we would take store credit, because we will use it eventually anyways.
Today my wife went in and found a few items that she wanted. Upon showing the receipt for the returned sewing machine they told her they would not honor it because it had been too long…
There is no expiration date on the receipt.
So seems like we are out our money because they make the rules as they go. And do not honor they’re word.

Nice Hotel
Wonderful shower
Great breakfast
Nice room
Bed a little to hard for me though

To be fair, I have purchased some treasures at North County Christian Thrift Shop (NCCTS) but it feels like I sell my soul each time I enter. This place burdens me with its negative vibe.

The oppressive atmosphere that permeates this establishment makes any bargain questionable. I am confident Jesus would not shame a shoplifter by calling her a "thief" and posting her picture TWICE on the front door. (I kid you not. Check out the picture I took of the front door on Friday, October 1st.)

At every turn, there are signs about leaving backpacks at the front, opening bags, missing price tags, and instructions to smile because you are on camera. I asked a clerk about all of the passive-aggressive "Smile, you are on camera" signs littered throughout the store. Her comment referenced a "homeless guy" stealing a shirt.

I have shopped second-hand stores for 40 years. I also owned consignment and resale stores and managed a thrift store for a church. My point being I am not your average Joe thrifter. I know this business. Needless to say, I have never ever encountered such hostile undertones in a store. Sadly, this nonprofit purports to be affiliated with Christianity.

In addition to the negative climate, the staff, including the frazzled manager, seems either overworked, underpaid, or just sick of people. Are we a burden to ring up? Do you assume everyone is lying or changing tags? Consequently, I am always apologetic and weary while I complete my transaction. Not once have I left NCCTS feeling positive, uplifted, or encouraged.

The only thing this store does right on the Jesus front is the contemporary Christian music it plays.

I have to say, I haven't been treated so disrespectfully in a very long time. I called last week to see if they were accepting donations for clothing and household items. The woman I spoke to was very pleasant and helpful. I had never been and needed dropoff info.

FFWD to my drop off - a younger man (early/mid 20s I'm guessing) was incredibly rude. He shoved a cart at me and turned away - after filling it, I said that I would need more one, he said "well, they're right there" and pointed. I was a little preturbed by his rudeness, but kept thinking 'I'm doing a good deed here, just let it go. ' When I was finished filling 3 carts, I rolled the last one up and he literally turned his back to me and walked away. When I asked "do I need to do anything else? ", he shook his head and again walked away. I happened to notice a blank receipt and coupon sitting under a reception bell on the cardboard table - and took it before I drove away. I'm hoping someone has a little "Come to Jesus" talk with this young man, and explains that he is a representative of the business. I do hope the best for the thrift store, but hope they are able to retain more grateful and friendly employees.

I bought something that unknown to me was broken. 15 dollars out the door. They refused to give me store credit. They said no returns. This is a chritian store. Stealing from Gods people. Shame!

Great store with great friendly employees. Prices are good and there is a super sale the first Saturday of the month. They take donations until 4: 00 most days. They even have a sea train to dispose of old mattresses. You just have to call to make sure it's not full.

Love this store. I come in with my little guy who loves finding treasures in the toy section. He even does chores to earn money just to spend in this store. My little guy calls it the treasure store.

They asked for my ID to use a debit card for a 5.00 purchase. The excuse given was that it's a touchless system and to just scan the card, however I'd rather just enter a pin over showing my personal info to a rando.edit: it was 5.00.asking for ID for such a small transaction is excessive and intrusive.

The people there are very friendly, amidst with everything going on. You do have to find the bargains though, for example 2.50 I believe was the price of DVDs, which I consider high due to the current times of streaming

Friendly cashier's and great finds for reasonable prices. They have everything marked with a color and for some days they will offer a discount for everything marked with a specific color, like everything marked green is 30 % off for example.