I love this place. The couple who owns it are super nice and helpful. Great selection of Pokémon cards, Gundam, even Vanguard and Weiss Schwartz! Very reasonable prices and selection. They also have sports cards from also every sport. Highly recommended! read more

IF YOUR A NEW PLAYER STAY AWAY. Mixed feelings about this place mostly bad. Events are well priced, and food is sometimes included. I've been to Dean's dugout occasionally for magic the gathering events, and have found myself frustrated multiple times with round times going over because judge/owner doesn't pay attention. I am prompted to leave this review tonight because of an experience I had taking my new friend to a magic the gathering pre-release. My friend was completely new to the game and I asked his opponents before each round if it was all right to intervene and help him remember triggers, explain what cards do, etc. everything was quite nice up until the second round, his opponents were kind and patient, helping him find a love for the game. The judge approached us after the second round to explain to me that I wasn't allowed to intervene with another game. I kindly explained to him that his opponents were completely fine with my intervention. After going back-and-forth for a few minutes, we were kicked out of the event. I went to go talk to the owner to get a second opinion on the matter. He proceeded to yell at us to get out of the store and make a scene in front of all of the players. I never remembered Friday night Magic being so uptight. I wish I could go back 5 to 10 years when new players were invited, not screamed at. WILL NOT BE COMING BACK AGAIN. Very strange and sad to see a store run like this. read more

Highly recommend Deans dugout. One of the few real card shops left. Both he and is wife take time to chat with the kids and make the card experience like it was back in the 80s. They have great selection of Pokemon and all sports card with good value. read more

Dean's Dugout - What a great release day! Benjamin got a prismatic evolution box and had a blast opening it there. - Hobby Shops Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

Dean and his wife are great. Great selection. Great conversation. Lots of extras in the sports collector hobby like card shows and autograph signings from some big names. Dean is the hobby for the right reason. I always enjoy going in for a pack or a chat. Thanks! read more

Absolutely amazing people here. Treated me extremely fair, shared some very cool stories, and really know how to take care of their customers. As a seller myself, I wish more shops were half of what this one is as far as how your experience is. Already have been back a second time and will be going again every chance I can. Highly recommended! read more

The owners are super friendly. Got my card supplies at a good price...even with a shortage. Check this place out if you like cards read more

I have seen ads for this store for many many years and finally made my way down to it. I am very glad that I did. The owners were extremely friendly and I did not feel like I was bothering them you know, while shopping in their store unlike the previous store I visited this afternoon. A lot of cards, organized and the pricing is the best I have seen in a while. Even more impressive is that the stock of supplies is awesome. A rarity nowadays. Highly recommend. read more

Definitely my go to store for all my cards, and supply needs. He and his wife know the bu,and provide great service. Can also find good deals, and a great selection of all sports and gaming cards. read more

Great find. Doug and staff are very helpful with plenty of items to choose from. Took my grandsons and they loved it.

10000/10 A+++++. Amazing selection and such a positive and welcoming environment! I'll see ya soon again Dean!

Dean's Dugout is the best!!! Not only do they have great inventory, something for everyone. We've gone there for sports cards & Pokemon cards & always leave with something great. But the best part of all is Marilyn & Dean! They are the nicest people on earth. Super friendly, knowledgeable & great to converse with. We look forward to our next visit!!!! read more

A mom and pop shop in the best sense. Dean and his wife have built a legacy store with a solid customer base. Both are friendly with their customers and attentive. Selection of singles is awesome thanks to the inclusion of several consignors. Modern are also plentiful. If you're into sports memorabilia and oddball items, there are some quality examples. During non-lockdown periods, Dean hosts shows and game-days in their adjacent conference room. read more

Almost a year later, and I figured I'd update my review to say that this place is getting even better than it was last year when I first posted about it. Dean and Marilyn, the owners of Dean's Dugout, have cultivated an incredible community that's ridiculously welcoming- Both for children and adults. I come here to play Magic: the Gathering, so I don't have much to say about all the sports-centric things they do, but it always seems like there's something going on here regardless of what sort of thing you're interested in whether it's baseball cards or Dungeons and Dragons. The Magic player base here has grown immensely, and they're starting to put on more events than just your typical Friday Night Magic. (I'm actually a couple hours away from going to a M13 Sunday game day.) You now often need to actually sign up early, as quite recent events have been completely full. Don't hesitate to call ahead if you can't get there early. Seriously though, I've played Magic at tons of different venues in the midwest, Dean's is the best, and is continually getting better. read more

Dean's Dugout - M13 pre-release pool. - Hobby Shops Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

I haven't been a customer since the early 2000s, but I loved it back then, so I wanted to send my love. Dean and Marilyn were incredibly friendly and caring people to my middle-school self. Lots of friendly conversation. You could tell that they really enjoyed interacting with their customers. Great people for those interested in the hobby. Nice to see that Dean's is continuing to bring in big-name athletes for signings. read more

Dean, the owner, is an amazing guy who loves kids and also knows what he's talking about when it comes to collecting cards. I came in for the first time with my 11yo son and he bought a couple baseball card packs. Dean gave him an extra pack on the house and handed him an extra plain silver pack because it was his first time at the store. Dean and my son had a great conversation and my son is eager to come back. Dean sells cards at a fair price and has almost everything a card collector could need. Thank you, Dean! read more

Although I have never been there I have called them on the phone. I spoke to a woman, and she was so friendly and so kind. She took time and answered all of my questions and those of my son. (9) Very patient and through, I would recommend this place based on their professionalism, customer service and patience. read more

Great store, had the MTG packs I was looking for. Friendly people fellowing Covid protocols. 10/10

I come here to get items signed. Dean's provides first rate service. They got my items signed how i wanted. Prices are reasonable. read more

Super cute family owned business. A husband and wife own and run it together and are very sweet and attentive. I'm not personally a sports person but it was still a neat little shop to walk around in and see all of the sports memorabilia and collectables that they had. They had tons of baseball cards and other stuff like that and I'd definitely recommend it to a sports person to check out! read more

Remember the Good Old days of " Mom & Pop" stores?? Well go to Deans Dugout and you will have exactly that! Dean and Marilyn are super friendly people who love to help and LOVE kids.. They are customer focused.....Something that is getting really rare now days. They have a great selection of the new sports cards and old ones too They offer Birthday Partys and "game nights" as well. They always take the time to chat and they have a huge customer base that they know by FIRST name. If your looking for cool sports stuff this is the place to come...... :) read more

My 9 year old daughter and I recently started collecting sports cards. I collected as a kid but stopped more than 25 years ago. I read an article about cards as baseball memorabilia and I decided to dive in! I started out by seeking a local business instead of tossing my money into a big box store. I'd never actually been to a card shop so I tried a few local spots that made me feel unwelcome.. Most of the other stores I visited were staffed by individuals resembling the Simpsons "comic book guy." A lot of places were staffed by employees more interested in demonstrating their collecting superiority..... It seemed that helping a newbie was beneath them..... I stopped by Dean's on a Sunday afternoon and immediately felt at ease. This place was different and hit the mark! Well lit, well organized and without question a top notch business. The store has a great "collector's community" feel. At the counter, various customers were having a discussion with the owners about different sports topics. It was clear right away that this was a quality family business. It took me about five minutes to be on a first name basis with the owners. I quickly became a repeat customer and sometimes head into the store more than once a week. It didn't take long to note how much Dean and Marilyn care about kids coming to the store. My daughter and I have really bonded over card collecting. She is becoming a little expert! This is without a doubt due to their kindness and respect. Her questions were accurately answered and she always leaves hungry for more knowledge (and cards). I hold this store in very high regard and I recommend it to anyone interested in this exciting hobby. My daughter and I always look forward to our weekly visits! Thanks Dean's! read more

Great family owned and operated trading card shop. Nice selection of sports cards and gaming cards. Check out their web site for weekly gaming events and in person professional athlete autograph appearances. Dean and Marilyn are the best. read more

We have been to Deans several times in the last few weeks. I have a 9yo son who is into hockey cards and pokemon. Dean and his wife are so very nice and helpful. Their prices on new packs of cards are the same at Target and their supplies are very reasonable so why not support a mom and pop shop. This is my son's favorite place to be!!! Thank you Deans dugout!!! read more

Dean's Dugout sells a huge variety of sports cards, family games, D&D and Magic the Gathering. The store is spacious and the owners are extremely friendly. They hold D&D and Magic the Gathering tournaments open for all ages and sexes. Their prices are GREAT and very affordable. Whenever Friday I am free, I like to play Magic the Gathering. The crowd has always been friendly and eager to help those that are new to playing. I hope to see them around for years to come. read more

They host professional athlete signings throughout the year. The prices are cheap and its a great way for fans to interact with players. It's a mom and pop shop who truly cares about their customers. read more

I have known Dean for over 30 years. I first met him when he was selling baseball cards out of his garage in Downers Grove. I also ran into him often at Comiskey Park when he was the White Sox photographer. I love visiting with him and talking baseball. He and his wife are probably the nicest business owners I have ever known. He is knowledgeable and fair. His shop is a great gathering place for fans of all ages. I am glad he still doing something he loves after all these years. Pat Quinn read more

I have nothing but kind words for Dean and Marilyn. They truly, sincerely make the customer their top priority. A very good selection of cards, even though some of them haven't been sorted out in awhile. (That's barely a complaint, merely an observation.) They're not looking to buy anyone's old collections, but they'll do just about anything else to accommodate your needs. read more

Horrible place, went in to shop, saw they had 2020 nfl prizm, for sale, this stuff normally comes sealed in a hobby box, it is a 1000-1500 a box, 12 packs of 12 cards, any card shop or online sells this for cheapest 100-110 a pack, deans had it for 50 a pack, so I bought two, got ten dollars worth of cards, then working in the industry, realized why so cheap, a buyer purchases a sealed box, in that box for 1000-1500 you are guaranteed two autograph cards or what most call hits. Ok so person buys box sealed maybe a few boxes, maybe a case, they open a pack at a time until they get the 2 auto cards in the box, ok say you do that in 5 packs that person opens, they will then have 7 un opened packs left, you can now sell those cheap, knowing only worthless base cards and rookies will be left, this is very low down and a dirty business practice, and you can tell it is true first off price, 2nd the packs were not in original box but in a shoe box, and lastly when I confronted them, they said it was even cosigned from another person, now other shops in the area bck, and world champs, they sell this same stuff for 100 pack going rate, keep in original boxes, and sell packs, but they will tell you how many packs are left in box, so out of 12 packs if say 6 or more are left, good shot you still have 50 percent chance or higher of hiting a auto card, high value card, with deans you have no shot at one, why you think it's priced so cheap, then customers get 10 percent off and they charge cosigner 25 percent, so you know this is shady, will never shop there again, not trustworthy people. to avoid this only buy sealed boxes, blaster boxes, hanger boxes, mega boxes, cello packs, gravity packs, all opened hobby boxes are a no no unless you want to play odds and see how many packs are left, it is in original box, and the business selling it is trustworthy, otherwise you are just going to get garbage cards with no chance at hitting anything worth value, moral of story if the price is to low it is a scam, and don't give this place any business. read more

Very nice couple running the shop but it's geared mainly towards sports cards and i was hoping for more board games and star wars games.

Dean and Marilyn are awesome. We've been buying cards from them for 15 years, and have birthday parties with them. They truly care about their customers. read more