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4.2 from 106 reviews
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Reviewed May 2026
Retro Metro Paddington - Charity Shop in Paddington
Retro Metro Paddington is a charity thrift store at 297 Given Ter, Paddington QLD 4064, Paddington, QLD. Google rating: 4.2/5 from 106 reviews.
Google rating
4.2/5
Reviews
106
Open
7/7
days a week
From Brisbane
2.4km
Straight-line distance
Store details
Address
297 Given Ter, Paddington QLD 4064
Inventory
Clothing
Known for
Vintage
Retro
Opening hours
Monday 10am-5pm
Tuesday 10am-5pm
Wednesday 10am-5pm
Thursday 10am-5pm
Friday 10am-5pm
Saturday 10am-5pm
Sunday 10am-4pm
Contact & visit
0421171874
- Australian thrift directory
- Local to Paddington
- 8 stores listed in Paddington
- Details reviewed May 2026
- Direct contact available
Where to Find Us
Map pin for Retro Metro Paddington in Paddington. Many charity shops sit on side streets or church grounds. Check access and parking before you load the car.
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What should I know before visiting this op shop in Paddington?
Use the facts on this page (hours, stock notes, payment and parking where listed) to decide whether Retro Metro Paddington fits your thrift or donation trip. Call ahead on public holidays, and only donate clean, sellable goods so volunteers aren't stuck sorting landfill.
Retro Metro Paddington is a charity op shop in Paddington, QLD. Listed at 4.2/5 from 106 Google reviews. Stock notes on this listing include clothing, vintage and retro pieces, vintage, retro, with the floor changing as donations arrive.
Confirm opening hours and donation rules with the store before a long trip or a large drop-off. Volunteer rosters can change public-holiday hours at short notice.
Donating to Retro Metro Paddington
Retro Metro Paddington focuses on clothing and smaller items; large furniture is not usually accepted. Based on what this store appears to stock, here is a guide to what it is likely to take. Clean, dry donations are easier for volunteers to process, and calling first still beats a wasted trip when the back room is full:
| Item Type | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Clothing & accessories | Accepted | Clean, wearable items in good condition |
| Books & media | Usually accepted | Recent titles preferred over textbooks |
| Furniture | Not typically | Limited floor space; check before bringing |
| Vintage & retro | Sought after | This store highlights vintage stock |
| Homewares & bric-a-brac | Usually accepted | Crockery, decor and kitchen items that are intact |
| Electrical | Conditional | Must pass safety testing before resale |
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about visiting Retro Metro Paddington in Paddington. Confirm hours, donation rules and stock on the day. Volunteer-run shops can change rosters without updating every directory listing straight away.
Where is Retro Metro Paddington located?
Retro Metro Paddington is at 297 Given Ter, Paddington QLD 4064, Paddington, QLD.
Can I donate furniture to Retro Metro Paddington?
This store primarily focuses on clothing and smaller items, so large furniture is not usually accepted. Call ahead before bringing bulky donations.
Is Retro Metro Paddington open on weekends?
Yes. See the opening hours above for Saturday and Sunday times.
Thrift Shopping Guides
New to thrifting in Paddington, or after a better haul? These guides cover timing, donations, and getting more from a visit to Retro Metro Paddington and nearby charity stores. Start with restock timing if you want fresher rails, or donation etiquette if you're dropping bags after a wardrobe clean-out.
