Kip's Toyland is such a cute little toy store at the Original Farmers Market that is so classic LA…read more I say this because it's been open since 1945 and even has a Wikipedia page! It's actually the oldest toy store in Los Angeles. I absolutely support kids playing with real toys over devices! Long live the toy stores that are family-owned! I had popped in here and there over the years, but recently stopped in more because they have Nee-Doh! Iykyk but my nieces & nephews around 5-11 LOVE that stuff and it is so hard to find. I've bought it here a few different times now at their reasonable prices ~ but it sells out VERY fast! So bizzare how these trends take hold of the youth, but thankful Kip's Toyland keeps a rotating stock of it. They have so many cool items here and I just love shipping for my friend's kids here! Staff is always friendly and there is a TON packed into the store to explore. Highly recommended to buy here INSTEAD of online shops!

I was so excited to bring my BF into Kip's toys on Saturday since he had never been to the original…read moreFarmers Market. Kips has been here since 1945 and they have legend status in the toy world. I love all of the retro Barbie dolls that are so beautifully organized! I also love the prank section and I couldn't resist buying a whoppie cushion and a hand buzzer. Haha The store is small but neatly packed with the best collection of 70's-current toys and board games, etc. it's a fantastic way to spend an hour and all of your money!

This is my favorite place to buy Hello Kitty stuff! It's such a cute shop and located in a nearby…read morelocale to my apartment.

Not too many places to find Hello Kitty items in the Crenshaw or Los Angeles areas. However this…read moreplace is great. I found the cuties Mickey Mouse back pack for my daughter at a reasonable price. I am thinking about returning for that matching wallet.

I LOVE and have always LOVED a good toy store. I remember as a kid, if there was a toy store, we…read morewere going to go check it out! It was so much fun to look around and discover new toys, games, stuffed animals, and dolls and nice when we got something new. I think it's a wonderful childhood experience to peruse a toy store and I'm glad that Tom's Toys is around to continue the tradition. Fun to look around and shop here. What an AWESOME toy store! Very clean. It is much bigger inside than it looks from the outside. Lots of toys from great brands to choose from for all ages and a great variety. Legos, teddy bears, dolls, hot wheels etc. I think they may have it all! Came in here to buy a gift. I got the cutest, age-appropriate stuffed animal at such a great value. Prices in this store are very reasonable and comparable to online prices and sometimes even better if there's a sale. Plus, love supporting small, local businesses. Customer service was awesome. So helpful and kind. Pointed me in the direction of what I came in for. They even offered to wrap my gift for me. Metered parking and garage parking close by. In a walkable area with other shops and restaurants.

This is a HUGE toy store! So awesome. It is air conditioned inside, which was perfect on a hot day…read more They have a wide selection of different types of toys for all ages of babies, toddlers, kids, teens, and even adults (for example, I collect Hotwheels)! I will definitely be back. Super cool store.

My fiancee and I love this little gallery. It's a sawtelle staple and it's always really fun to…read morepop inside and see their current show on display. They have a nice selection of prints, original art, toys, and books. It's a super small space, but they've made every corner count. Also, if a book or toy is sold out, I believe they sometimes have waitlists or at least an email list for when something comes back in stock. Being small, they do get kind of crowded on the weekends, and it makes the store kind of hard to maneuver. They were doing this thing for a while where they only allowed a certain number of people to look around at a time, then blocked the door with a table and in order to come in, you had to wait for someone who was already inside to leave. That kind of sucked, because you were basically just waiting for someone to feel like leaving and it usually took forever, leading to a long line outside. But it seems like they ditched that. We went recently and we were able to go in with others and there was no sign or table blocking the door. No lot parking; it's on sawtelle so it's just metered street parking. There are tons of good restaurants and coffee less than 20 feet in any direction, very good location.

Giant Robot Store is considered as the first and longest-standing Asian & Asian American pop…read moreculture shop in Los Angeles (opened in 2001). Giant Robot formerly published a bimonthly magazine from 1994 to 2011. There is also an extension store called GR2 Gallery (2062 Sawtelle Blvd) located less than a block away from the main store and GR2 mainly focuses on art exhibits while also selling a limited selection of gift items like Japantown/Sawtelle mugs. [Parking]: Parking is always difficult to find in Sawtelle. Visitors can circle around the neighborhood for street parking (I got lucky and found a spot on Beloit Ave just a block away) or try validated parking at Marshalls or Nijiya Market Sawtelle Store. [What to see here]: The shop offers fun housewares, gifts (e.g. Rolife 3D Puzzles), stationery items (a very small selection), T-shirts, varsity jackets, hats, art books, art prints, plushies (e.g. Miffy and Snoopy), and toy figures (e.g. Smiski blind boxes). What really stood out to me were pins, some of the unique jackets, and the Japantown/Sawtelle mugs. Please note that the store limits entry to 8 guests at a time. [Conclusion]: While I can't say the store sells gifts that fit everyone's taste, the shop has cultural significance and deep roots in Asian American pop culture. It is worth a stop for anyone visiting Sawtelle. P.S. - This is also where Uglydolls originally started.

Wow, what a hidden gem I would have never known. I've been here a few times already for a gift and…read morealways end up picking something out for myself. This general store has so many things to choose from. I love great quality stuff and they have curated a shop full of the best independent designers from building block bags to the cutest and chic sandals. A nice selection of cool clothes, hats, bags and gifts. Even some cool kids stuff, definitely check this place out. Its also next to a great thai restaurant and bakery. Love this place, better than Mohawk General store and less stuffy!

Very well curated shop. The owner has the best taste and each and every item seems to be carefully…read morepicked out. I've come in twice after seeing items on their IG page. Great customer service. Definitely will be a long time customer!

I was walking to GameStop and came across this store and it felt like heaven, I came across so many…read morethings I've always been looking for. Would recommend coming here

The service here is great, the staff are very nice, there is a lot of variety here. Everything is…read morepriced reasonably almost nothing there is overpriced. I would recommend going here if you collect Funko Pops, Blokees, and more.

Fun store, unique purchases (for yourself or as creative gifts). The staff, Eddie, and a young…read morewoman's name that I forgot to ask for, along with an adorable shop dog, we're all so pleasant. They were kind, helpful, and went above and beyond to help me with my purchase (I wanted to know how long a cord was on a neon light so they took it out of the box and literally measured it for me.)

Great new fun store to Melrose Avenue - full of fun collectibles, nostalgia, toys, gifts and…read moresouvenirs. Very cool and fun interior. Very nice friendly owners and staff plus their golden retriever in the store is so cute and friendly!

This is a hidden gem. I got a feeling it's going to be big. Lots whimsical girl items and…read morewonderful women items. Got to check it out. Service is 1 st class

Adorable store with very cute things. Very unique and adorable merchandise. Do yourself a favor…read moreand check it out. You'll be glad you did. Great value on quality items!