The best thrift stores I visited in Long Island, New York (Plus One I Can’t Wait to Visit!)
Thrifting in Long Island is an absolute dream! From vintage fashion to unique home décor, I found some incredible secondhand treasures during my trips (been a few times now). Each shop had its own personality, and I left with bags full of finds (I recommend taking an empty suitcase or picking up a $10 secondhand one in Savers in Commack)—especially some amazing vintage chunky knit cardigans from Community Thrift, which was an unexpected goldmine!
And while I didn’t get the chance to visit Canny Thrift Store (yet!), I had to add it to my list because it’s a new spot generating a lot of buzz. So, if you’re planning a thrifting day in Long Island, make sure to check out these incredible stores!
1. Island Thrift – Huntington Station
📍 857 E Jericho Turnpike, Huntington Station, NY
Island Thrift is huge, so set aside plenty of time to browse. Its afar cry from our high street charity shops of the UK, only Emmaus Cambridge comes close to Island Thrift. . From clothing to furniture, this store has something for everyone, but the best finds take a bit of digging.
Best Finds:
• A vintage leather jacket for under $20
• A set of mid-century modern glassware
• My green throw that I turned into a coat
Thrifting Tip: Come early for the best inventory and check the back area for furniture steals (not that this is an ideal purchase for a holiday thrift trip.
2. North Shore Holiday House Thrift Shop – Cold Spring Harbor
📍 74 Huntington Rd, Cold Spring Harbor, NY
This small but well-curated thrift shop supports a nonprofit that provides summer camp experiences for girls in need. It’s a great place to find vintage gems while supporting a great cause. The thrift part is laid out in the basement of the house. Check opening as they are only open a few months of the year. I went in November and December.
Best Finds:
• Antique picture frames
• A box of vintage greetings cards
• Vintage lace napkins
Thrifting Tip: The inventory here is more curated than most thrift shops, so expect quality over quantity.
3. St. Vincent de Paul – Jericho Turnpike
📍 2499 Jericho Turnpike, Garden City Park, NY
This location of St. Vincent de Paul is furniture heaven, but I also found some incredible accessories and kitchenware.
Best Finds:
• A set of silverware servers (which i use for christmas day)
• A vintage Cartier scarf $3
• Gorgeous ceramic poodle dog and lots of religious statues
Thrifting Tip: They had a clothing sale on both my visits and i’d say if you were a vintage clothing dealer this place is great for old college jackets and vintage denim
4. Last Hope Thrift Shop – Huntington
📍 274 New York Ave, Huntington, NY
A smaller thrift shop with a big heart, this store supports the Last Hope Animal Rescue. It’s a great place for home décor, books, and one-of-a-kind fashion finds.
Best Finds:
• A beautiful printers drawer filled with vintage collectables. Still on the wall in my workshop.
• Arm fulls of costume jewellery
• A funky 70s-style jumpsuit
Thrifting Tip: Since it’s a smaller store, the best pieces go fast—if you see something you love, grab it! They have always had a great selection of item to buy and i usual leave will full bags.
5. Savers – Commack
📍 700 Commack Rd, Commack, NY
Savers is always a good bet for budget-friendly fashion, books, and home goods. The Commack location was especially well-stocked, with a mix of vintage and modern pieces.
Best Finds:
• Pick a Mix bags full of random bits ranging from $3 to $15
• A collection of vintage framed religious images
• I buy my extra cheap luggage to get my shopping home in here for $10
Thrifting Tip: Check out their colour tag sales for up to 50% off in case they are on while you are there.
6. Community Thrift – Huntington
📍 345 Main St, Huntington, NY
I wasn’t expecting much when I walked into Community Thrift, but wow—this place delivered! It’s packed with vintage pieces, and I hit the jackpot in their sweater section.
Best Finds:
• Chunky knit vintage cardigans (think cozy 80s and 90s vibes)
• A gorgeous wool coat with a retro cut
• Solid wood vintage knitting needles
Thrifting Tip: If you love vintage sweaters and coats, this is the spot. Go in the fall or winter for the best selection! They also had an amazing selection of dinner services but you’ll need to remember weight when flying home.
7. Canny Thrift Store – (Can’t Wait to Visit!)
📍 335 Main St, Huntington, NY
Canny Thrift Store is brand new, and I haven’t visited yet, but it’s already making waves in the local thrifting scene. It has a more curated, boutique-style vibe, which means fewer items but higher-quality finds.
Why I’m Excited to Visit:
• The store focuses on quality over quantity
• Prime location on Main Street makes it easy to pop in while exploring Huntington
• Early reviews mention great prices and stylish finds
Thrifting Tip: Since it’s a newer shop, check their social media for new arrivals and sales before visiting!
Final Thoughts
Long Island thrifting did not disappoint. From massive thrift stores like Island Thrift to hidden gems like Community Thrift, I walked away with some incredible finds. And next time, I’m making it a point to stop by Canny Thrift Store to see what all the hype is about.
If you’re in the area and love secondhand shopping, these spots are must-visits!
Have you been to any of these thrift stores? What’s your best Long Island thrift find? Drop a comment—I’d love to hear about it!
If you are staying in Manhattan theres a train from Penn to Huntington which is 1hour and 10 minutes. I suggest hiring a car to skip around all these. You can break up a trip to Manhattan if you wish and stay a few days in Huntington and travel around these before heading back, I prefer missing out Manhattan altogether these days unless popping to see friends. Long Island where it’s at.
Places to stay - To be honest there’s only one hotel in town which is the Hampton inn and suites ($158-$256 per night) but, there’s a place in Centerport (which is near a goodwill store) called The Chalet inn and suites which is said to be really good.
Food - TOA (taste of Asia) is a place for a great happy hour, all happy hour menu food is $5.99 and is very high quality, sushi, chicken satay, dumplings etc. The Paramount which is the local venue for tribute bands is a must if you can.
Crabtrees is a must on New York Avenue. It’s above Cactus Salon Express. Great food and drinks set in an industrial and wood hued decor. Fantastic happy hours.
Pancho Villa is a bit pricey but has the best frozen margaritas and Mexican food.
Packing to come home tips - Use your hand luggage for any ceramic or fragile purchases. I always take a hardcase for my on board luggage to protect even more. I use my dirty old clothes to wrap them in.
I and also thrifty with the clothes I take over so I have as much room as possible to fly my purchases back. Buying a cheap second hand case is the best option but if you don't want to leave to chance be tight with what you bring over to wear. Remember it's worth packing less outfit changes to bring back the goodies.
Happy thrifting!
