These days the 35-plus-year-old store is more trendy-garb surplus than army surplus. The sprawling two-story shop purveys studded skateboards, party dresses, hoodies and backpacks, but the hidden secret is the extensive thrift and vintage section on the top floor.

Belmont Army Surplus
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Details
- Address
- 855 W Belmont Ave
- Chicago
- 60657
- Cross street:
- between Clark St and Sheffield Ave
- Transport:
- El: Red, Brown, Purple (rush hrs) to Belmont. Bus: 77.
- Opening hours:
- Mon-Sat 11am-8pm; Sun noon-6pm.
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