Smelled so bad in there I couldn't bare to stay long enough to look at any of their clothes. Horrible.

I was walking on Queen st looking for Shortstack records and saw a sign pointing down a staircase. Along with it - Black Market Vintage Clothing. As you walk down the black and white staircase, music is pumping and there's an energy that seems to be sneaking out. Almost would feel like you've stumbled upon some hidden gem if it weren't for the fact the store is filled with people, who clearly... more

The spirit of the early nineties is still alive in Black Market. While Queen West has changed over the past two or three decades, Black Market still stands as a herald of how things used to be.

You can still hear the punk sounds of Rancid playing through the underground, taking you back to a time when The Warehouse was the greatest concert venue in Toronto, even if you did have to argue for... more

I love how big this place is, if you search you'll always find something! Price only $10 an item is so cheap! Love it overall but it's just kinda dusty. I'd come back but I wish it was less dirty feeling and another star off because the workers are actually really rude. Fun place to dig for vintage items!

Such a great vintage shop! Sooo much stuff to choose from! I love that everything inside is only 10 dollars! Allow yourself at least an hour to dig through everything! If you like vintage rocker type tees, army surplus, denim jackets, flannels, and vintage leathers this is your place!
Make sure to come check it out!!!

This is the #1 vintage clothing store you will ever find. Everything is $10. Huge selection.

This is not the type of store you can give a low rating to just because they currently don't have a selection that pleases you, this is the type of store that you wander into once a month and eventually find a bunch of things you never knew you wanted, but now need. Ended up showing my friends this place while walking down Queen Street East because it's full of the types of shirts and random... more

Once upon a time, their clothes may have been interesting and unique. Now, they sell low-quality beanies--similar to the ones sold at Dollarama at $2--for $10. I would know because my friend and I were harassed by security for over half an hour. 5 minutes after leaving the store, we were stopped by plainclothes security who would not show us their IDs and who accused us of stealing SOMETHING... more

If you've been around Toronto awhile, you might have GOOD memories of this place (and the other old location, upstairs across the street).
They have a smart system of mostly 10 dollar items.
Interesting looking, usually music is too loud and awful c@!%!y punk music.
Lot more looking than buying going on.

Everything is $10 and I usually find something... in these Dickensian times its really great to have a store like this... highly reccomend

I was so looking forward to coming as I heard so much about it! I must say I was not disappointed! the clothing was about as vintage as you're gonna get with a wide selection of t-shirts, denim, shoes, sweaters, sunnies, scarves and soooo much more! they even had a vinyl section.

only downside, it being a thrift store, you kinda hit or miss when u go... you gotta keep going back!! overall it's... more

I have known of this place for over a decade. I think I have walked into it... 4 times. With a margin of error of 1 or 2 times.

Alright, I have walked in more than that, however, more often than not I am accompanying someone rather than myself looking for something to purchase. Last time I was there, my partner in crime was looking for some all-black shirts. Which she found 2 for under $10.
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Oh these clothes are unwashed and legit. Toooons of $10 t-shirts. Best overalls, large selection of army jackets. Lots of accessories and even some wigs. Much fun

Stopped in for a quick peak, lots to sift through, vintage and funny novelty tshirts. Everything was decently priced.

There is a word for Black Market. And that word is gross. It's not about the 'musty' smell in any vintage store. It's about  the never-ending ugly, cheaply printed band t-shirts that look like c@!p. It's about the too-loud music that is invariably T-Rex or the Cramps(great if you're in the mood/ not if you're not). And it is about the staff working there. They are seriously gross. I never talk... more

steals art from independent artists and mass-produces clothing items with their prints on them. offers zero compensation to artists- doesn't even ask their permission in the first place! very poor business ethics, spend your money at one of the many other vintage stores in toronto

If I could give them 0 stars I would! This shop has STOLEN my artwork, sells it for profit, and refuses to respond to me about it. Disgusting! Don't shop here unless you want to support THIEVES. They take money directly away from struggling small time artists just because they can. A horrible way to run a business.

Awful, they use designs by independent artists on their shirts and don't even notify the artist about it. Not only is this immoral, but also illegal. Do NOT support this business.

Hey, if you like a bunch of parasitic losers with not a single original bone in their body stealing art from real artists, then this is the place for you! There is nothing worse for culture than stealing from artists and marketing it as 'recycled'. You wonder why the prices are so low? Because they jumped over the part of actually doing any real work and just started selling every google image... more

STEALS ARTWORK TO SELL FOR PROFIT! support artists and do NOT buy from this place. obviously unethical people behind this business.

The shirts catch on fire when in the drier, hhas happened to me reguularly. Shirts are so cheap bc tge store steals artwork.

Enjoyed my time shopping here! I would say go for the denim items because a lot of them are branded (Levis, GAP, etc) and look brand new. Clothes are neatly sorted according to sizes. However, it gets crowded sometimes and difficult to move through the lanes. There are several changing rooms in the store too. I can spend hours in this place!

Very organised and spacious. It was easy to find a pair of shorts jeans in my size as they are tagged neatly and arranged according to sizes. The shop is separated into different sections which made shopping a breeze as you can simply choose to start from one section and slowly make your way to the rest. For those who are looking for denim items, black market has a wide selection of shorts,... more

Go down some really trippy stairs just off Queen and Beverly and you will find yourself in the Black Market. This is the wonder emporium of cheap sunnies , printed t's, and vintage clothing..and all for the price of $10! Too good to be true, unless you hate the thrill of the hunt.

There are also some other stores that are tucked in the corners of this store such as a record store called... more

Their "security" stalked me, approached me on the street 20 minutes after I left the store, accused me of stealing a pair of black gloves that I own (think standard black finger gloves), refused to show me their video footage, then I was barked at by a ham.

If I want to be accused of stealing my own belongings again I'll definitely head here. If being humiliated and treated like garbage is... more

This place is over-hyped and ill kept. If you have the time to wade through their entire collection and stick around then kudos to you. The overpowering, musty scent throws me off and a lot the the items used items up for sale/being purchased (clothes wise) I feel as though should be given to charity and people who need them...but that's just my opinion.

F@!k yes! That's all. Affordable and awesome. F@!k yes!

Bought 10 T-shirts for around $70 USD and the store is filled with all kinds of cool vintage gear. Nestled amidst the overpriced fashion district b@!%!**#t, this gem is worth going to.

This is definitely a fun place to shop! There's tons of cool t-shirts to sift through, lots of vintage clothing items, and plenty of fun accessories. Everything is $10 or less and you can find some real gems if you take the time to look through everything. Whether you want a rad t-shirt, some flannel shirts, an ugly sweater or an army jacket, this place has got you covered.

I still love going here. It's like being stuck in a time-warp. But I can't, in good conscience, endorse their anti-copyright practices. They don't pay royalties to the artists featured on the T-Shirts. In the case of famous rock bands, I think it's ok. But in the cases of independent artists, I believe they should be compensated for their artwork.

I seriously love this place...

There are a ton of good finds here: everything from hilarious vintage shirts, to rockstar clothing to party costumes (See: NASCAR jackets, Bon Jovi glasses, and 80s superstar finger levels gloves). Seriously, there is something here for everybody!!! :)

I'm only taking 1-star away because of the "hipster attitude" that comes with the store, the lack of a... more

Fab clothes. BUT the woman who I checked out with at the store was the rudest person alive. She was mean to the other employees at the store and she slapped my hand and grabbed my card when I swiped it too slowly. Seriously the rudest person I have ever encountered. It would think it was comical if I weren't so rattled. If you enter the store and see a young woman with short straight black... more

The service at this terrific vintage store, is, to say the least, less than par. A very rude woman with a dark bob checked me out, and had only rude remarks to offer. She snidely mentioned the low amount of money remaining on my card, gave me an unwanted lesson on the magnetizing of how slow I had swiped my card, all while being completely and utterly rude and unhelpful to her coworker.... more

To start off, the staff is demeaning and inconsiderate. Its impossible to find what you're looking for. In addition, if you forget to take something off (ring, etc) the alarms are SILENT it is not until you are in public that someone will chase you down and embarrass you. Not a nice zone to be in, would not recommend to anyone i know.

This is where I've done "Vintage" right. There have been some serious finds here!

First, anyone who's ever been in a vintage store knows that "musty" smell. Yep, it's here, with a vengeance! There's racks and racks of clothes - ironic tshirts, sweaters, more ironic tshirts, then the truly "old" clothes in the back. Things are organized, so no digging around. I appreciate that they pay... more

The place is organized nicely but just smells horrible and is always way too hot. I thrift all the time and this is the only place that smells like this.

I've been browsing around this store at most once a year for the past decade and have not once bought anything from here as I always felt their items were not worth the value despite it's low prices.  All the clothes smell and appear to be used or literally fell off a truck, but I guess that's all part of the charm of a thrift shop.

To preface this somewhat negative review, I want to mention that I've been shopping at Black Market a few times a year for almost a decade. I've never walked out of the store without buying at least two or three of their amazing printed t-shirts, and my experiences with the staff there were always satisfactory. I was in the store recently (within the last two weeks) and accidentally bought two... more

Vintage clothing can be ridiculously overpriced, but not these guys!
Great stuff for fair prices. Easily one of the best vintage stores in Toronto with prints to satisfy all of your weird graphic or pop culture reference t-shirt needs.

If you've got the time, this place is worth checking out. There are racks and racks of stuff so it can be a bit overwhelming. It's in a basement with decent square footage in downtown Toronto.

Everything is fairly well organized. Sweaters by colour, leather jackets, army wear, etc. They have new items as well. You can get t-shirts printed too.

If you need a haircut, you can get that in the back.

I'm not a huge thrifter, but I love this place. Always awesome T-shirts, great Queen st. location, and everything $10 or less. Also an awesome place for old military clothes, beat up crew necks, denim vests and flannels, & spiky jewelry. Staff pretty indifferent and basement is often hot/stuffy, but I still keep coming back.

I'm giving this place 3 stars, I love the selection, and the organization is pretty solid.

But I'm appalled by the service. I'm not speaking for all the employees, because that wouldn't be fair. However, I had the unfortunate opportunity to get my order checked out by this young woman working there. She was incredibly sarcastic and rude, and made a remark to me that embarrassed me in front of... more

This is a great alternative shop for someone who's looking for something unique. My friend and I went in together and it was honestly one of the weirdest experiences of my life. There's a record store, a barber shop, and the clothing store itself all under one roof. The clothing is very reasonably priced. I purchased a new bag there for $10 and everyone loves it - I've gotten compliments from... more

I'll be honest: I'm not big on thrifting. To be even more honest, this was the first vintage-sequel store I've ever been to.

The first time I was here was on the recommendation of a friend, and I ended up nervously walking there after school, Hollister shorts and preppy sweatshirt marking me as one of "those people."

Initially the place was definitely a little off-putting. The staff isn't... more

I look at coming here as going thrifting. Yeah, it's sorta pre-picked but there's a lot of junk and then sections with a lot of new stuff that looks Ardene-y, so hey, same with how it is at value village now!.

the deals are great. when i was last in it was 5 items for $40. after tax, $9 a piece. I could have been really shrewd and bought all leather coats and really picked for collector's... more

I love this store with all of my heart!
I have bought so many shirts and buttons from this place and yet I still always go back to get more.
The store has items very reasonably priced wether it is used or brand-new.
Plus, the people there are also kind!

Also, I find it really cool how theres also a barber shop and a shop selling records and CDs there!!!

Black Market is a fun place to visit if you like hunting for finds (I visit the basement location). If you are more into vintage that is curated for trend, style and quality, Black Market is not for you.

I love the thrill of a good hunt. Black Market has such an odd mix of stuff here. I easily spend an hour browsing through the racks.

I always find at least one treasure before I leave. I... more

Unpretentious place to get some cheap ironic tshirts. Stop showing up at the gym in your vendor supplied swag. Why not work out with a picture of the queen being skull f*ked by a moose in heat? I would.

I went to the one across the street with the stairs. Hope this still counts.

I almost missed this place by a second because the stairway entrance is pretty small. The first thing that caught my eye as soon as I walked in were the Converse shoes. They were only $20 and were sealed. There were a few other styles but they all were high-tops or some Converse boot I'd die if seen with. This shop is... more

very good choice of clothes. but I only come there for the pin buttons they have there

Trying to find vintage on Queen St West is a pretty easy feat. However, I'm not sure Black Market is the best place for that. They've got awesome printed tees in nice solid colours and heavy fabrics which are great and unique but their vintage section is either so over-picked or their buyers can't tell what's in style. Their dresses are ridiculously frumpy (I once found a Mrs. Claus dress here,... more