08/21/07

nice place

by mandalynnwin

A very interesting place, but usually crowded and WAY overpriced. I like going there just to browse and look around.

06/14/07

most unique things in austin

by ccapone

I'm not an expert at antiqueing but they have the best stuff for a really reasonable price. The staff is friendly also.

• Pros: lots to choose from

05/30/07

Charming!!

by inuxvomica

Absolutely my favorite place we visited in Austin. So much to look at..it's absolutely a vintage/thrift store junkies dream come true. I loved how everything was displayed..such an eclectric group of things arranged in such a harmonic way. I bought a really neat vintage pirate bank and a glass syringe for a friend who collects old medical supplies. I highly recommend taking an hour or so to explore.

• Pros: treasure hunt!, nice staff
• Cons: kind of crowded at times, some things are a bit overpriced

Looking for something you don't need?

by Contributor

In Short
Numerous vendors, each with its own little space, give the shopper a true sampling of the world of collectibles. A random and ever-changing sampling of goods serves to represent each decade past. This is one place you'll want to take the time to dally so as not to miss any of the sometimes-hidden treasures--who knows what you might find hidden on the back shelf of that kitchen corner cupboard or hanging behind that 6-foot coat rack?

02/16/06

Superior Selection

by nuckkol

The knowledgeable staff know how to help collectors and looky-loos. The prices are better than most shops of this type. I am always happy with their chalk items. Old photographs, pictures, postcards, posters & frames are amazing. The jewelry, lamps, furniture, clothes , books & toys are must haves. The store has been my favorite for decades. Now, it is better organized, well light and often, items are grouped by color, genre or era. I'm not gonna mention the McCoy pieces-oops! My Sis & Mom from East Texas visit just to shop here. If you don't shop here, more's the better for me & mine. I LOVE THE STORE! And Steve, well he is the best! New items arrive all the time.

• Pros: Selection, Location, Prices
• Cons: Warmish in Summer

01/29/06

Great Place!

by dreamerbeyond

This shop is full of charm! Whether you collect antiques or are just looking for something unusual to disply, this is the place for you. The staff is always nice and willing to help you find what you are looking for. Great place to browse as well!!!

• Pros: unique, great atmosphere, charming
• Cons: sometimes expensive

10/01/05

What a cool store

by schleel

The word 'awesome' is bandied about too frequently,but this place really does inspire awe. It is huge,and has literally thousands upon thousands of rare,unique or just bizarrely prefect articles. Helped by the ambience-great music,amazingly cool staff whose genuine love of old and beautiful things is very apparent,water for your dog on a hot day (from a vintage china bowl no less!),sodas in a vintage cooler,topical and political window displays from decades of junk made art...not your mom's antique mall.

• Pros: staff, parking, neighborhood
• Cons: hard to leave without

01/26/04

Not your typical antiquestore

by keepaustinweerd

From the exquisitely beautiful (provincial French furniture,Victorian jewelry,fine antique china) to the funky (vintage cowboy boots,50's dresses,tiki lounge accessories) and the downright bizarre (1940's anatomy charts,glass eyes,fauxfur couches) this is THE place to be.

• Pros: parking never a prob, huge store, freedom to browse
• Cons: can be busy, some items pricey

11/18/02

The Best of the Hard To Find

by Jack_Green

I've been a customer of Uncommon Objects for years, and have always been very happy with what they have. No matter what I'm looking for (and I've looked for some odd items), they either have it, or know where to find it. The staff are always helpful and reflect the wonderful atmostphere which is "South Congress". Everytime I come in, D'Ette (sp?), Steve, et al always make it a point to say "Hello" and ask how my family is. Uncommon Objects reflects what I wish more businesses would do in this world. Customer Service, above and beyond the call of duty. Keep up the great work, gang!!!!

• Pros: Customer Service, Selection, Price