Good Better Best
Secondhand storeGood Better Best is a secondhand store in Alameda, CA. You’ll find it at 2723 Encinal Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501. It’s one of 16 secondhand and resale shops we track in Alameda.
The store keeps hours 5 days a week, including Sunday, staying open as late as 5 PM on its longest days. It’s closed on Monday and Tuesday. Thrift hours change seasonally and around holidays, so a quick call before a long drive is worth it.
Secondhand stores buy or take in used goods and price them to move, so the floor changes constantly; expect a mix of everyday clothing, housewares, and the occasional standout piece priced well below retail.
6 more secondhand shops are within driving distance, listed below, so it can anchor a longer thrifting circuit.
Store information
- Address
- 2723 Encinal Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501
- Hours
- Monday: ClosedTuesday: ClosedWednesday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PMThursday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PMFriday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PMSaturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PMSunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PMHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +15107499258
- Website
- gbbantiques.com
Before you go
- Ask at the register which tag color is on sale this week and which is newest — the sale racks are cheap, the newest racks are where fresh donations land.
- Check garments under good light for stains and test every zipper; most thrift sales are final.
- Bring a tape measure and your key measurements — sizes vary wildly across eras and brands.
- Sunday hours are on file (11 AM – 5 PM), so it fits a weekend circuit.
Thrift & secondhand stores near Alameda
Lynn's of Alameda
Antique store2807 Encinal Avenue, Alameda, CA0.0 mi
Saturday, March 7, 2026: 10:00 AM; Friday, March 6, 2026: 10:00 AM; Thursday, March 5, 2026: 10:00 AM
Lauren's Closet
Secondhand store1420 Park St, Alameda, CA0.4 mi
Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Mommy's Trading Post
Secondhand store1428 Park Street, Alameda, CA0.4 mi
Su-We 10:00-17:00; Th-Sa 10:00-18:00
The Katz Meow
Antique store1519 Park St, Alameda, CA0.5 mi
Monday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Thursday: Closed; Friday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Iii Antiques & Thangs
Antique store1523 Park St, Alameda, CA0.5 mi
Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Goodwill
Thrift store2319 Lincoln Avenue, Alameda, CA0.6 mi
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Good Better Best located?
Good Better Best is located at 2723 Encinal Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501.
What are Good Better Best’s hours?
Listed hours: Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Hours can change — call ahead at +15107499258 to confirm.
Is Good Better Best open on Sunday?
Yes — Good Better Best lists Sunday hours of 11 AM – 5 PM.
What kind of store is Good Better Best?
Good Better Best is a secondhand store in Alameda, CA.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near Good Better Best?
Yes — we list 6 other secondhand, thrift, consignment, vintage, or antique stores within about 50 miles. See the nearby stores section on this page.
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