The Best Thrift Stores in Long Beach, California

Meow has been serving vintage shoppers for 39 years and it shows — not in a tired, dusty way, but in a “this store knows exactly what it is and executes it flawlessly” way. The 1,800 square foot space is decorated like a vintage department store, complete with period mannequins, colorful advertising displays, and neon signs salvaged from retail’s past. The fitting rooms have antique refrigerator doors. It’s a full sensory experience before you’ve even touched a rack.

The specialty here is dead-stock — meaning original, unworn, never-been-washed apparel from the 1920s through Y2K. The dresses you buy here last significantly longer than regular vintage finds because they were never worn in the first place. Film and TV costume designers make Meow a regular stop, and stylists from across the globe have been known to come through. If you’re looking for a true ’40s swing dress or a perfect ’70s polyester moment, this is the place.

Organized by era, which is a blessing for anyone who has spent time blindly pawing through a rack with no system. Classic, well-stocked, and genuinely one of the best vintage stores in Southern California.

Far Outfit is a Long Beach original — owner-operated, independently spirited, and on a self-described mission to “recycle all the cute vintage clothing in the land,” which is an energy I deeply respect. The stock covers true vintage for men, women, and children across a wide swath of eras: 1920s through Y2K and beyond, with seasonally curated picks that reflect genuine taste rather than just “anything old.”

Located right on Retro Row, it’s the kind of place where you walk in just to browse and leave with something unexpected that you didn’t know you needed. The sustainable ethos is part of the appeal too — this isn’t fast fashion resale, it’s actual vintage with actual history. Small, curated, and worth the stop every time you’re doing a 4th Street sweep.

The Mom-Up Shop is one of those places that makes you feel good on multiple levels simultaneously — the shopping, the cause, and the vibe all hit at once. Located in Downtown Long Beach, this curated boutique carries a colorful mix of vintage clothing, home goods, books, trinkets, collectibles, and what they aptly describe as “timeless treasures.” The selection is size-inclusive, thoughtfully arranged, and reasonably priced for the quality of what you’re getting.

But here’s the part that makes this one genuinely special: 100% of proceeds go directly to Project WomanGood, a nonprofit dedicated to helping survivors of domestic abuse heal and rebuild their lives. Not a portion. Not “a percentage.” One hundred percent. So every vintage blouse, every quirky collectible, every piece of home décor you walk out with is directly funding resources and support for women starting over. That’s not a marketing angle — that’s the entire point of the store’s existence, and it shows in the care that goes into the curation.

They also host pop-up events like Secondhand Sunday, which are worth keeping an eye on through their Instagram and Downtown Long Beach Alliance event listings.

Goods on Orange is what happens when a collective of local women decide to do vintage retail their way. This female-owned shop on Orange Ave is part vintage clothing store, part home décor destination, part plant shop, and part community hangout — and somehow it works perfectly as all of those things simultaneously. The space is curated not just by the staff but by a rotating roster of independent collectors, artists, and makers, which means the inventory is genuinely varied and always evolving.

You’ll find vintage clothing and accessories alongside handmade goods, gorgeous housewares, collectibles, vinyl records, vintage glassware, and a charming outdoor garden area full of plants and pots if you needed another reason to linger. They actively support local artisans and women-owned businesses, which gives the whole experience a community-centric warmth that you don’t always get from a vintage shop. Pop-up events and seasonal sales keep things fresh — worth following on Instagram to stay in the loop.

Sixteen thousand square feet. Forty-plus dealers. All mid-century, all the time. Urban Americana is the kind of place you block off a Saturday afternoon for, not a quick pop-in. The warehouse is tucked just north of Anaheim Street in the Zaferia District on Coronado Avenue, and once you’re in, it’s a legitimate journey through groovy rugs, teak furniture, tiki sculptures, vintage lighting, vinyl records, retro clothing, and every conceivable form of home décor from the era when everything was shag and avocado green.

Each of the 40+ dealers has their own curated booth, so you get huge variety without the chaos of a flea market. Whether you’re hunting for a specific piece or just wandering with intention, you’ll find something that makes you say “I didn’t know I needed that until just now.” They ship nationwide and can arrange white glove delivery within 100 miles — excellent news for anyone who just impulse-bought a six-foot teak credenza.

Do not let the exterior fool you. Magnolia & Willow looks unassuming from the street and then keeps going. And going. Reviewers consistently describe the experience of walking further and further back into the space, discovering more and more — which is exactly the kind of antique store energy we love. Voted Best Antique & Vintage Store in Long Beach, and with good reason.

Inside you’ll find clothes, silverware, original art, jewelry, sports memorabilia, movie collectibles, religious items, furniture, electronics, and an eclectic mix of tchotchkes and genuine treasures. With 66K Instagram followers, they’ve clearly built a loyal audience — and they ship and take phone orders, so this isn’t just a destination for locals. Sales happen periodically (check their Instagram for dates), and all items are sold as-is. Budget at least an hour.

Seven thousand square feet in the heart of Downtown Long Beach, organized into collective stations that take you through different eras and aesthetics as you wander. This is the kind of store where you enter looking for one thing and leave having found twelve things you weren’t expecting — artisan décor, Mad Men-style barware, rhinestone jewelry, vintage clothing, and ’60s mid-century modern pieces.

It’s an eclectic experience in the best possible way, mixing nostalgia with kitsch and fashionable with fabulous. If you’re downtown for a night out and have any time to kill before dinner, Pine Ave’s vintage treasure trove is a genuinely fun detour.