Dollar Tree

your run of the mill Dollar Tree. This store is one of the smaller stores and layout is slightly confusing. I love the bigger Dollar Tree stores with better layouts and where the cashier actually looks like they like their job’s. I would only return to this location if I know what exactly I am looking for (if they have it).

10 Things Food Banks Will Not Ask For
To be clear — my experience with the various «Dollar Store», «Dollar Tree», «Family Dollar» etc is limited. I’ve been inside any one of the million locations I pass by often perhaps 10 times.
This was my first and perhaps only visit to this store. I found myself here when I had some time to kill before an appt. I came because I read an article about the «10 Things Food Banks Will Never Ask For».
That lists includes:
Socks
Crackers
Spices
Toiletries
Chocolate
Canned meat and jerky
Canned fruit other than pineapple
And more.
I thought perhaps a store like this would have some of those items at a cost effective price. They do.
I found large boxes of crackers that have an expiration date some 10 months out.
I found bags of individually wrapped Hershey Kisses.
I found bags of lollypops.
Handfuls of toothbrushes for $ 1.
Large bottles of various spices: pepper, cinnamon, cayenne and more.
Various toiletries.
I got a large selection of things from that list above for under $ 25. Should make for some choices in some shelter food boxes.
This store itself was a mess. Have to be honest. Could have been because they were putting a lot of Christmas stuff out. There were boxes on the floor and empty ones all around. Made for some cart maneuvering.
Employees were pleasant. I added a star for that, otherwise this is a 2 star place.
Parking is ok. You have to cross a «street» to get to it from the front door so be careful. Lots of traffic.

There are always long lines. And most of the stuff that they sell is cheaper at target or Walmart.

Well when you have comparison like Dollarama in Canada this doesn’t come close. But considering its in the US its pretty decent all the items are for a dollar.
The store nicely organised and pretty much has all the things you might need such as Cards, Food, electronic, décor stuff and much more.

How is everything being $ 1 not awesome?
Here are some things I pick up at Dollar Tree from time to time:
— party tricks
— «home décor» — yes, I have bought picture frames here that I’ve used in my home!
— gift baskets
— gift wrapping paper
— floss, cotton swabs for ears, etc.
This store has a pretty organized selection with friendly staff, but unfortunately it’s all the down on Niagara Falls Blvd!

Tons of cheap things like greeting cards, wine glasses, seasonal décor, birthday decorations, cleaning supplies and food. It served the purpose when you want to spend very little and buy low quality items however the cleanliness of this place is awful. Just because it is a dollar store doesn’t make it okay to let the store because a dump. The aisles were filthy, stuff all over the floor and they were out of a lot of things. The thing that really grossed me out however were the bulging cans in the food aisle. They were countless cans that were either about exploded or dented. This is a SERIOUS health concern. Botulism is rare but real and this matter really needs to addressed. These cans should be removed ASAP.

If you can dream it, then The Dollar Tree can achieve it!
Spending hours strolling down the aisles of the store to make sure I don’t miss anything «new» is one of my favorite things in this world to do! It amazes me every time I go in there just how much they offer for only $ 1.00!
My favorite purchase of all time there is Dinnerware. The quality of plates, and glasses never ceases to amaze me! The plates I bought were a dead ringer for a more expensive Pottery Barn set. They get mistaken often (which is the ultimate compliment!). Also, knowing you only paid a dollar for wine glasses that somehow inevitably break really helps ease the pain of replacing them.
Other worthwhile mentions:
1 stop shopping for awesome giftwrap. Great quality wrapping paper, bows, tissue paper, and cards!
Going on vacation? Tons of toiletries! Buy their small toothpaste and toothbrush, so you can just toss it when you’re done.
Having a party? There is some pretty classy looking plastic bowls, plates, cups, table cloths…
Children in your life? Awesome Balloons, coloring books, stickers (best bang for the buck), art activities, little toys, and games.
Cleaning Supplies are a great deal as well!
When I leave there with half of my errands completed, and some pretty great quality items… it is impossible not to feel like you made out like a bargain bandit!

This dollar store on Niagara Falls Blvd is awesome. Can’t beat it because everything is actuslly only a dollar. unlinke those other dollar enterprises who will charge multiple dollars, which I simply do not agree with. Boo to you dollar everybody elses as we hold the true dollar store up.

I have yet to escape a social gathering in Buffalo during which the hostess, upon being complimented about her centerpiece or soup ladle, did not exclaim triumphantly, «You like that? I got it at the dollar store!»
That’s because here in the B-​lo, the pursuit of a good deal is almost as popular a sport as football or hockey. And our dollar stores, especially the ones in the ‘burbs, are some of the most popular arenas in which the game is played.
There are unofficial leagues, too. It’s never wise to go up against your mom or aunt: things quickly get dirty, judge-​y and over-​competitive, ’cause nobody plays this game like an empty-​nester with too much time, money and house on her hands.
Therefore, I’ve imposed my own personal rules for the Dollar Store game to keep things safe, clean, and fun for all. They are as follows:
1) Only reveal your dollar-​store scores to those of equal or lesser age.
2) You may only earn points for items already on your shopping list. Getting a good deal on something you need is cool, but buying unnecessary stuff is just that: unnecessary.
3) One point for everything you (or your fellow players) can find here that’s cheaper than you’d find anywhere else by at least $ 0.50. (Hint: the dollar store’s a good first stop for school supplies and home improvement projects. After all, who cares where you got that poster board or tape measure? «And it was only a dollar!»)
4) One point for anything previously seen on a design blog. («You like that photo display made with twine and clothes pins? I got that stuff at the dollar store!»)
5) One point for using anything in a way other than originally intended. («You like that ice-​cube tray I’m storing my earrings in? I got that at the dollar store!»)
6) One point for finding awesomely kitschy party or costume props. («You like that plastic green top hat? I got that at the dollar store!»)
7) Minus one point for any food or drink item purchased here. If you want to put something in your body that costs less than a dollar, buy the ingredients and make it yourself.
8) Same goes for clothing. Telling someone you got your underwear at the dollar store makes people feel worried about you, not impressed.
7) Minus two points for anything tasteless. No, I do not like that sexist pint glass/​bedraggled folksy wreath/​homely Christmas figurine, and the fact that it was a dollar does not make it right.
8) Limit total purchases to $ 10 a session. This is a game of cheap thrills if nothing else: keep your head in the game!