Memory Den | Vintage Mall

499 Se 2nd Ave, Portland, OR 97214
Store Overview

Memory Den Vintage Mall is Portland's largest vintage destination, spanning two full floors with dozens of vendor booths offering mid-century modern furniture, vintage clothing, collectibles, and unique finds. Beyond shopping, the space features a 70s-themed pool hall, library game room, on-site bar and coffee shop, and Artist Alley showcasing local creators. Perfect for half-day exploration with constantly changing inventory across multiple themed rooms.

STORE SIZE
Vast Warehouse
PRICE RANGE
$$$
STORE FORMAT
Multi-Vendor Mall
TYPICAL VISIT
Half-Day Destination
What Makes This Store Special
Vintage Clothing
Mid-Century Modern
Collectibles
Store Features
Multiple Floors
Multi-Vendor
Auctions
Delivery Service
Shipping Available
Historic Building
Customer Insights
8/10
Satisfaction Drivers
Sheer scale and variety - the massive space with multiple floors and rooms creates adventure and discovery
72%
Unique amenities and themed spaces - pool hall, library, bar, and artist alley differentiate from typical vintage stores
76%
Staff friendliness and helpfulness - multiple mentions of positive employee interactions, particularly staff member Olivia
82%
What Customers Love
Massive size and endless browsing - customers repeatedly mention spending 2-3+ hours and still not seeing everything
Unique themed spaces and amenities - pool hall, library, bar, artist alley create memorable experience beyond shopping
Diverse vendor selection with something for everyone - vintage clothing, collectibles, art, nostalgia items appeal to varied interests
Areas for Improvement
Inconsistent pricing and curation - multiple reviews mention overpriced items, resellers, and lack of organization; one reviewer noted 'most booths seemed messy and closer to a thrift store'
Parking and bathroom issues - several reviews mention difficult parking and concerns about bathroom cleanliness and safety
Inventory quality varies by vendor - some booths criticized for reselling Amazon/dropship items at markup rather than genuine vintage finds
Overall Customer Sentiment
Enthusiastic and nostalgic with some frustration about pricing. Customers express excitement about discovery and unique atmosphere, but some express disappointment about value and organization.
Contact Information
ADDRESS
499 Se 2nd Ave, Portland, OR 97214
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Store Hours
Checking hours...
Monday
11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Store Locationand other close stores