Collector's Paradise is more or less a classic comic book shop featuring new and backissues,…read moregraphic novels, posters, pins, and many other things. The emphasis, though, is primarily new and recent comics. Passing through on a rainy afternoon I was pleased to find its location is near a few important stops in Pasadena, and there's some parking available in the private lot. I was mostly there to check out the selection and see if they specialized in anything unique. Not to say they don't, but it's still a well-stocked store. I was the only customer and enjoyed the classic jazz playing in the background. Pro Tip: Most established comic shops have subscription plans paid annually, or one-time up front. A customer goes through Comic Book Geek to pick their titles and sometimes preferred cover art, and the shop pulls their requests and holds them until the customer picks up the stash.

Was visiting the area since my son is a "Big Bang Theory" fan, so of course, we had to hit up the…read morecomic book spots. Now, they were all no Stewart comic book store but out of all of the ones in the area, this was the best by far. Chill vibes, plenty of comics, easy access, and easy to purchase at the end. Only critiques I would give it would be to have a little more for the other collectors. And what I mean by that, have a couple more action figures, Funko, pops, etc. that will probably bring in some more people for sure. The other thing would bethe music playing in the speakers. Didn't care too much for the rock, but still all in all, nice place to go. There's plenty of parking and easy to find.

So happy to have found the magical Dinosaur Farm! We spent a sublime hour looking through toys for…read morekids of every age, including 70-year-olds, and bought a pile of dino toys for our grandson. The staff is so lovely, and we got to meet one of the owners. We'll be back with Max for story time!

They literally have something for everyone here. My daughter loved this place she's only one, but…read moreshe had a blast looking at and sifting through the wide range of toys. Most of the toys are for kids just a bit older, so her choices were somewhat limited. They do have a decent number of dinosaur toys, figurines, and accessories, as you might expect from the name "The Dinosaur Farm." However, they offer a wide range of toys, everything from lava lamps to play dough. There's a decent amount of plush animals and educational toys as well. The staff is helpful and friendly, and there's usually parking available on the street."

Very cute stuff and wide selection. Convenient area as well. I like the plushies and blind boxes…read moreThanks!

While shopping for mofusand toys online, my search lead me to Top Canvas. For those of you who love…read moretoys and collectibles, this store offers a wide variety of merchandise. Located on the corner of Main Street and Garfield Ave, it is a great place to visit while going for a stroll in the heart of downtown Alhambra. Plenty of great eateries and cinemas in the vicinity as well. A free parking garage is conveniently accessible right behind the shop, in addition to street parking. Although the shop is small, they were able to feature hundreds of items without it being overwhelming. As a newbie to the current line of collectibles, Top Canvas serves as a great introduction to the new trend. As I walked in, a young woman politely greeted me and offered me assistance. Upon request, she promptly directed me to the Mofusand plushies and a wall of keychains. She took down the plushies from the shelves, so I could take a good look at all of them. And then, I spotted one very adorable Hello Kitty plushie holding a strawberry which totally makes a great Valentine's Day gift. For less than twenty bucks, I quickly secured my choice and went on to explore the rest of the shop. The average prices range from $9.99 to $29.99, so you can build up your collections without breaking the bank. Top Canvas is a great place for buying gifts on a budget, as they offer so many cute things for under $20. I also purchased 2 Lokiki blind box plushies as gifts. The gift recipient seems to love it, because it's always fun to open up a blind box. She totally adores her Lokiki plushie. Without a doubt, the highlight of my visit is the wall of Mofusand keychains! At $9.99 each, big or small, these are just too darn cute to pass up. I want them all!! Some of the more expensive and fragile collectibles are showcased behind glass. Great for avid collectors!! Tired of shopping on Amazon like me?? Then support your local business and come to Top Canvas. It's so much more fun to go shopping at a brick-and-mortar store where one can actually physically feel and touch what they're buying.

Way too cluttered disorganized…read more and a personal wheelchair cannot get around. Had stuff falling on me and almost had the big hello Kitty block me from exiting

My girlfriend and I have been consistent, long-term customers at this location for over a year…read more We've spent well over $1,000 here in total, including more than $250 during our visit today alone. At checkout, we attempted to redeem a completed stamp card for the $5 discount offered by the store. The owner refused to honor the card, stating it was invalid because it did not have a staff signature. The card itself was issued by this shop, and it appears a staff member simply forgot to sign it. Despite this, the owner would not accept it and spoke to us in a way that made us feel as though we were being accused of trying to cheat or steal over $5. As long-time, regular customers, this was extremely disappointing and unnecessary. We would never risk our integrity over such a small discount, and it was upsetting that our loyalty and history with the store were completely disregarded. The shop does carry some cute items, but the customer service--particularly in how this situation was handled--left us feeling frustrated, embarrassed, and unwelcome. If you value respectful customer service and being treated with basic trust, this may not be the place for you.

A hidden gem - well, not so hidden, but I never noticed it all this time that it's been here! Shop…read moreopened up two years ago. The owner Millie is super sweet. I wandered in and was welcomed by her two little girls. It was a whole experience. It felt like I walked into a little girl's side quest or day dream. Come here if you're looking for a gift for your friend's kids. That's why I was here. You'll definitely find something - maybe even for yourself! (I did, couldn't help myself.)

Such a cute little boutique to shop at. I stop by here every now and then to see what they have,…read morebecause it's all things cute! I never leave the store empty handed because there's always something trendy and worth the visit! The owner is sweet and the staff is always helpful every time I come in. You should definitely drop by, it's also by the famous coffee shop Mandarin so it's a win win! I'll be coming by regularly :)

When in need of a traditional toy store... look no further. We went this past Saturday (we being my…read moregrandkids and me). Let's face it, there aren't any toy stores anymore, which is a bummer for the little ones. So I went here and Man, oh Man WOW they have all the good stuff!! Although I will comment that some of the Barbies looked... off. This place isn't cheap either, but thank goodness, they are still open. Bring your kids in and let them see the toys on the shelves and pick out the one they 'JUST HAFTA HAVE' Kites, puzzles, Barbie dolls, all sorts of trucks and toy cars, Legos, stuffed animals, and plenty more. There are also the coin-operated kiddie rides here too. Respectfully Reviewed

During Octoberfest in Montrose, this place had the best display of toys in their window…read more It was so noticeable that we stopped to admire their grand display of unique toys. I know I'll be back to shop here.

This is a small little toy shop located in Pasadena. They have a private parking lot that does not…read morevalidate and they also have street parking. This store has a variety of puzzles, building blocks, stuffed animals, books, and many different activities for all ages. The price is $$. It can get costly for some of their items, but with each purchase, they gift wrap for free! I don't think you can find many places that offer that type of service in the area.

This is such a charming toy store with quality items at a reasonable price. A great place to find a…read moreunique gift that isn't made of plastic. They have beautiful stuffed animals and dolls, costumes, blocks, books and beautiful gift wrap.

I've visited Bricks & Minifigs Pasadena multiple times, and every visit has been consistently…read moregreat. The staff is knowledgeable, friendly, and genuinely passionate about LEGO. My kids love digging into the mix bins and building whatever they imagine, and the store has always been incredibly welcoming about it. We've never been pressured to buy anything or rushed out -- it's always a relaxed, positive experience. I'm planning to bring in some unopened sets to sell, and I appreciate that they offer that option. Some reviews mention low offers, but as any Pawn Stars fan knows, an item is only worth what someone is willing to pay. Overall, this store has been nothing but enjoyable for my family.

My son and I love sitting down to chat and build a Lego set. Some of my best memories with him. We…read morealso love creating new ideas with the massive collection we have accumulated over the years. This store was a good spot to stop when we had an idea but needed like 10 of a specific brick or like a cool looking wall from another set. We will never be back. The franchise corporation allegedly stole another man's giant collection and refused to pay him or return the sets. They do it because they can and fighting them would be too costly in time and money for the guy they allegedly stole from. My son and I weren't going to spend 10's of thousands of dollars, but we were going to spend plenty. I think there are tons of people like me out there that are forever gone unless everything is made right and there are major changes in leadership....I think corporate misjudged the cost/benefit of thievery in the age of the internet.

Visited CoreTCG for the first time and had a great experience. Darwin provided excellent customer…read moreservice--he was knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely kind throughout my visit. He took the time to answer my questions and made everything easy to navigate, which I really appreciated as a first-time customer. Prices were also very fair, with some items even discounted compared to what I've seen online and at other stores. Overall, a really solid shop with great service. I'll definitely be back.

I came in for the first time recently and left a very negative review because I had a bad…read moreexperience with customer service and was genuinely concerned about the condition/authenticity of what I purchased. After that,one of the Director's, Vigen, reached out and asked me to give the shop another shot. He was extremely kind, professional, and well spoken, and he took my concerns seriously. I went back in and had a completely different experience; Daniel was incredibly patient and helpful, and the rest of the team was friendly and quick to offer assistance as soon as I walked in. Even the employee who initially rubbed me the wrong way was polite and helpful the second time around. Most importantly, they made things right with me and I felt taken care of. I also picked up another ETB and had a great experience with it (even pulled some really nice Ultra Rare cards). I still wanted to update this publicly because I appreciate when a business actually listens and improves. Based on my second visit and how Vigen and Daniel handled everything, I'm comfortable coming back, and I plan to return soon.

Bought a few baby clothes since my baby is growing fast and in between sizes. There is a good…read moreselection of clothing and shoes of all sorts for boys and girls. There's a good selection of toys, options for strollers and bassinets and everything in between. The few items I bought still had original store tags on them and were decently priced. I would love to come back again and find some treasures for her.

Wanted to check this place out as it came on my ig feed. Seemed like a great alternative to get…read moreused toys and kid items here whenever I babysit. Seemed to be more cost effective as well in some items. The place seemed organized with clothes. Some finds with tags still on and some fairly worn marked at a decent price. It's a great concept since babies outgrow their clothes quickly. Experience at the store was fine. Parking was convenient on the street. And their seemed to be adequate staffing during the time I went. The responses seen from owner on yelp however does make me feel hesitant. I often appreciate owners responses, it lets you know they care but I feel low reviews could be addressed better. Often times it may be more off-putting how the owners respond versus the 1 star review itself.