Goodwill Central Coast Outlet

By Caitlin Garcia

The Goodwill Central Coast Outlet is a thrifter’s dream. A large warehouse containing carts full of second-hand items to be sorted and purchased by the pound is why the Goodwill “bins” remains one of San Luis Obispo's most popular thrift stores. Thrifting is a fun and sustainable way to shop, and the bins has something for everyone.

In the store, shoppers will find large containers full of clothes, linens, shoes, handbags, glassware, DVDs, vinyls, furniture and much more. The upbeat music is played through the store, seemingly energizing shoppers for their bins adventure.

Putting new items out daily, the Goodwill Central Coast Outlet attracts countless eager customers, so if you’re a committed thrifter, be sure to arrive early for the best finds. Digging through the bins can be a task on its own because you never know what you might find. The mountains of clothing just may contain that outfit idea that you’ve been wanting to try out.

Some shoppers carry bags or carts with them to separate their items from the hundreds of others as they sort through the bins. It is easy to make a day out of the Goodwill Central Coast Outlet, whether you’re shopping alone or with friends. Knowing there are hidden gems all throughout the store is motivation to keep searching.

Open daily from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Goodwill Central Coast Outlet is at 880 Industrial Way.