Antique Emporium of Asbury Park

Jess Pochek

2024-04

You could spend hours in here. So many fascinating artifacts. The best booth is to your direct right upon entry. Super cool vintage items. It’s like a museum! Great to visit on a rainy day too.

Joan Lazar

2024-03

Generally quite a wonderful store! I’ve always had really good service here. My only gripe would be some of the pricing is a bit inconsistent with the actual worth. Otherwise, great

M A N

2024-04

I went into the store today. It has a lot of nice stuff but they're not really bargains. You have to really like what you buy and pay the price. I can't say I enjoyed my visit because I got in at around 4:05. Was trying to look around and before they even closed I was followed and kind of pushed out. I'd think they could wait 10 minutes and let people enjoy their shopping experience more. They want you out before closing at 5:00. In my case tried to obstruct the direction I was walking to get me out.. I don't think I'll go back.

Kian Gupta

2023-06

I love thrifting. This place has so many many items. I was in this whole store for an hour, No exaggeration. Unfortunately, I didn't see that much Star Wars, but I really did enjoy.Tips: Some items are hidden so if you are looking for good items, look in hidden places as well.

Jackie Wilberton

2024-05

I went in yesterday with my partner, and really wanted to like this place because I love antique stores and collect vintage books, earrings, and fashion pieces. Initially had a super positive experience, my partner and i were just browsing and an employee asked me if i wanted to try on an item in their bathroom which was super nice of her, so i tried it on. unfortunately it was too small. she offered some solutions, i said i’d think about it and she called the dealer that was selling the dress and got me a discount (super nice, but she already knew the dress didn’t fit). she then proceeded to find my partner and I in another part of the shop to ask if i had decided and further try to sell this dress, which was too small around my ribs (which can’t really shrink), and went so far as to tell me maybe i could “shave off a few pounds” and “not eat as much” and then commented about my chest size. I’m a size 4-6. i’m a small person. she also continuously commented about my budget (which i never told her), and overall made our experience deeply uncomfortable, and we didn’t stay for much longer after. we do both believe she was well intentioned, but it really still was not at all appropriate. So overall i’m appalled and will probably never be going back. Normally I’m not the type to leave reviews, especially negative ones, but an experience like this could be incredibly harmful to others. I did still get a book which was really cool, but the experience was probably one of the worst and most uncomfortable i’ve ever had. i’ve only ever worked in customer service, i get needing to make a sale, but unsolicited, unwarranted comments about a total strangers body and finances when they haven’t told you literally anything and you’re just making assumptions is way too far. it’s honestly just appalling.

William Byron

2024-01

It breaks my heart but I can never go back to this place again. To see they are selling actual Klan memorabilia- with a note that tells US that "this is history! don't be a hater!" is beyond the pale. Goodbye to a place I once happily spent my money at. Avoid.

Gina B

2023-12

I went here yesterday. I saw two employees on my way in. No one said anything about the bags I was carrying from other shops. I was in the shop for 10 minutes when a woman approached me and literally grabbed my bags out of my hand and said I could claim it at the front when I’m leaving. I was so taken aback, I didn’t even realize my wallet was in that bag until I got it back when I left. Super rude.

Rosa Doherty

2023-09

This place has a shocking amount of plainly racist items on display and up for sale. I’ve been antiquing my whole life all over the country and it was appalling to see a painting of a KKK ceremony casually up for sale for $35. Lots of confederate memorabilia and racist caricatures throughout the store. If the owners are okie dokie with profiting off of things like that then they’re not getting any of my money.

Stefanie Matthews

2023-09

Do yourself a favor and stop into this local staple! There is something for everyone — antiques, retro goods, clothes, memorabilia, jewelry, books, and even plants! I can easily spend an hour wandering, even if I don’t buy anything (though I always do)!

Jeff C

2023-11

Would have liked to shop here but the restroom is out of order please consider people like myself with chronic inflammatory bowel disease. I love antique shopping but I need restroom access due to my medical condition

Doug Ward

2023-05

This place is absolutely amazing, give yourself at least an hour ( tons to see ).Everytime I go here, I find something I must have. The staff are very friendly and helpful. They boast they have half a million items ( seem like they have more ). It's been over a month since my last visit ( well overdue ). I highly recommend this place if you love vintage clothes, bottles, coins, signs, jewelry, toys, art, baseball card's, etc. Just to name a few ( this place rocks 👍👍👍👍👍 ).

BamBam00

2023-05

It was my first time in this shop. OMG definitely so happy my friend had brought me inside. Lots to look at and lots of neat things to buy. Didn't purchase anything this time but definitely will be back!! I love how you can find anything and it was a peaceful experience. Very nice staff!!

Cole Ash

2022-05

Awesome place to browse, well curated booths. Prices seem a bit high in my opinion, but that's part of the hunt!

K B

2023-08

It never ends!! There is so much in this one building, you could be here for DAYS. The staff was very nice and welcoming, willing to wheel and deal. Great experience!

Monica Rodriguez

2022-05

I had a really nice time here, they had great items and I found an incredible, and heavy piece of tile art that I couldn't live without! They wrapped it in newspaper and double bagged it for me and the bag, with the heavy item in it made it all the way home to Austin, Texas over a flight. Carried it with me everywhere and it survived the whole day. Really impressed with the selection, the kind staff, and the packaging!

Richard Cohen

2024-02

Lots of variety to look at and buy. Our favorite place around Asbury for vintage

J Harris

2022-05

Great items! This place is awesome! Prices are a little high but if there's owner about you can haggle. I can understand why$$. I used to have an antique booth myself in PA. There's a delicate balance of what its cost to buy, rarity, booth rental, if your a collector/decorator,condition and emotional memory the item brings. I say this because most people browse while walking down memory lane w/o a purchase. **Just a suggestion when visiting a place like this bring a list of colors, measurements and pictures of what you're looking for. There's only upsides to shopping in places like this : supporting many local businesses at one time,recycling and upcycling and truly loving your one of a kind item or at least very rare. It's a great place! I'm going back for a lamp and vintage wall art; fingers crossed they are still there. But that's the gamble when you walk away...

Laura

2023-07

As always staff wonderful selection awesome. Left with a beautiful cross books and a unique house warming gift.

Annie

2022-05

I purchased a desk from them and could not find anyone to deliver it as things are busy this time of year. Roni and his team were beyond happy to help me carry the desk a couple blocks and load it in my car. Not only does this place have amazing finds and great prices -- the staff are awesome. Hands down my favorite antique store in the area.

Advanced Auto Spa

2020-05

Stumbled upon this place while walking around Asbury. Large selection of random items along with a variety of furniture, artwork, pottery and even plants. That’s right. Plants! Five plants later and a 5 foot tall cactus.... I think I’m done. Everyone who works here is super friendly! They even helped me load everything into my truck! If you’re in the area. Def give this place a try. You won’t be disappointed.

Lauren Wescott

2023-05

This place is huge! I always stop by when visiting Asbury Park. I am always greeted with a hello. The prices are a little high, but it is a nice inventory. I highly recommend stopping by and taking a look!

A F

2020-05

Really cool array of antique items. Love the mid century stuff. We spent at least 45 minutes looking through everything as there is lots to see. I definitely wish prices were a bit lower in general. I feel like I may have bought a few more pieces.

Someone Special

2021-05

So many curiosities and vintage knick-knacks to consider and muse over. Had a lot of fun shopping here! The owner was super friendly and helped us find some really unique specialty items during our visit!

Julio Batista

2017-05

I went there a week ago and I loved it. I bought some comic books they had and the staff there was very nice. Their prices are very good. I will be going there as often as I can. It's got a little of everything. My kind of place.

The Critical J

2021-05

This is one of the better antique stores I've been to. You can rent out a cubby and keep all the things you want to sell in it. You have workers that walk around that can assist you and believe it or not the prices aren't too bad. There's something in here for everyone, as long as you have the patience to dig through everything

DAWN CONWAY

2022-05

Many vendors under one roof. Some expensive, some not. The two men running the store were very helpful and pleasant. I will definitely return.

Adam Lewis

2017-05

I absolutely LOVE this place !Every Summer when I vacation in Bradley Beach or 0cean Grove ... I immediately head over to Asbury Park to treasure hunt @ the "Antique Emporium".I repeatedly score Egyptian scarabs + Medieval cruciform jewelry.Just this afternoon, I absconded w/ nearly their entire paper currency collection !I love the Ladies there + their ENERGY.The Gentlemen encountered were also very helpful, attentive + pleasant.

Tim Brown

2021-05

***Entrance is on Cookman Ave, not Lake Ave like the GPS will say***Not too bad for an antique store. They certainly have a lot of stuff packed in there. The place has that smell that lets ya know you’re walking back in time. Didn’t find anything exciting though and we took our time poking around. Meh.

Dick Wisenbaker

2018-05

I always find something interesting here, whether it's a vintage t-shirt or a kitschy tchotchke. Love visiting anytime I'm in Asbury for a unique souvenir! The staff are very friendly and sweet.

ETP

2018-05

Great place to find hidden treasures! I can walk around this place for HOURS and always find something really cool. I've gotten a lot of unique antique items here and gifts.