Your Guide to Weekend Thrifting in Downtown Jamaica Queens
What may surprise you is DJQ is one of the best thrift shopping destinations in Queens. The racks here reward patience. You'll find vintage Levi's buried between fast fashion, designer pieces hiding in plain sight, and that one perfect leather jacket you weren't even looking for. From upscale consignment to dollar bins, here's where to spend your weekend digging through Downtown Jamaica's best secondhand spots!
Unique Bazaar Photo By Amanda Neville
Unique Bazaar 92-18 Guy Brewer Boulevard
Unique Bazaar operates as a vendor marketplace where individual sellers set up shop under one roof. The setup means you'll find a mix of vintage clothing, accessories, home goods, and secondhand treasures all curated by different vendors. Each stall has its own vibe, so you're essentially hitting multiple thrift spots in one visit. The pricing also varies wildly depending on who's running the stall, which means you can negotiate on some items. If you like variety and the thrill of discovering something completely unexpected, this is your thrifting dream destination. Budget some extra time because you'll want to circle back to stalls you might’ve passed by too quickly.
Unique Bazaar Photo by Amanda Neville
Thrift N Sip 123-19 Jamaica Avenue
Thrift N Sip is exactly what it sounds like. The family-owned spot combines a curated thrift shop with a cafe serving coffee and bubble tea, so you can actually fuel up while you dig through the racks. Owners Giannie and José Vidal built the space to feel cozy and elevated, with carefully selected clothing, perfect spacing for browsing, and a neon-lit vibe that beats the grungier thrift stores on the block. The curation here is tighter than most thrift spots, which means less digging and more finds worth trying on. They accept gently used clothing donations to keep their racks curated and reduce waste, though they don't provide tax receipts. Grab a boba, browse a rack of vintage denim, take a break with a red velvet cake slice, then hit the accessories wall. This is the kind of place where you can lose an entire Saturday afternoon to shopping and feel great about it. Bring a tote bag or two because you're not leaving empty-handed.
Out of the Closet Photo by Amanda Neville
Out of the Closet Photo by Amanda Neville
Out of the Closet 91-30 Van Wyck Expressway
Out of the Closet may be your new favorite thrift store because they run on a mission-driven model. It’s located a little out of the way but it’s well worth the trip! Ninety-six cents of every dollar you spend goes directly to funding HIV care and services through the AIDS Healthcare Foundation. The selection includes vintage garments, everyday basics, and home decor, with new inventory rotating regularly. If you want to thrift with purpose and know your finds are funding life-changing care for people in your community, this is your spot. And if you strike out on clothes, the home goods section usually delivers on glassware, frames, and kitchen essentials—worth the trip alone.
Hit The Racks This Weekend in DJQ
Downtown Jamaica has built a solid thrift scene, and the shops above prove it. Each spot offers something different, so hit multiple stores in one trip and see what turns up! Plan your route, wear comfy shoes, and make a day of it.
Starving after all that bargain hunting? Check out our dining directory to find where to refuel. And if you're looking for more shopping beyond secondhand, browse our full shopping directory to see what else Downtown Jamaica Queens has to offer.