As I was driving around the College Hill Historic District neighborhood of Greensboro, North…read moreCarolina, while waiting to attend the Triad Squad Yelp Elite Omakase Shushi Dinner at Sushi Republic, I happened to discover this long-standing, "Old School" comic book shop, just a short walk from the UNCG campus. After having been selected as number 4 of Yelp's Top 50 most prolific Elites of 2025, a year when I also was awarded the Yelp Triad Squad Photographer of the Year Award at their Yelpies 2025 Award Ceremony, an event that honored the highest-performing Yelp Elites, and where last year I was awarded the Yelp Triad Squad Yelper of the Year Award, I decided that this year, as an All-Star Yelp Elite, I not only wanted to be the first to discover new restaurants and businesses, and bring them to the attention of the public, but also to uncover those found in hidden paths that for one reason or another have not reached the public in its totality. Parts Unknown The Comic Book Store in Greensboro, North Carolina is a perfect example. I immediately found a side street parking space and parked my pearl white Lexus there and walked over to the store. It was a pleasant walk and the building where the store was located had an interesting graffiti on the outside, side wall. Inside I was greeted by a friendly and very knowledgeable employee who has also been a good friend of the owner for years. He told me how the owner John Hitchcock had owned and operated this business for over 36 years with around 25 years in this location and how the business originally opened up in Cotton Mill Square in 1989. How Hitchcock had always had a passion for comic books and started collecting them when he was 10. He started selling comic books in a store downtown 37 years ago and this led to his opening his own store. Hitchcock's favorite comic book creator was Alex Toth, an artist who had been well known for his expressive line and masterful storytelling. Hitchcock and him had been friends and collaborated on a book called Dear John: The Alex Toth Doodle Book. He showed me a copy of the book that was being sold there. The store had an inviting atmosphere and as I walked through the store it was like entering another world. The uniqueness of this comic book shop was that it exclusively specializes in comic books and books about comic books. It had in its inventory some rare and expensive ones like The Invincible Iron Man selling for $2,000, a Green Lantern one selling for $1,500, and a Special 25th Anniversary Issue of the Amazing Spiderman selling for $1,200, among other well known and rare ones in excellent condition. College students enjoy visiting the store because it's like a live history museum of comic books and also carries many of the current looked-after ones. And the store brings back happy memories to old timers and makes valuable merchandise accessible to comic book collectors of all ages. I highly recommend it if ever your in the area. To me it was an extraordinary and exhilarating experience.

Been getting into comic books as of late, and this store has been phenomenal in helping me get what…read moreI want. Also as as student the 10% discount goes a long way! John the owner is also super helpful and knowledgeable. Definitely a worthwhile spot for comics in Greensboro.

Great location with 72 dedicated game seats for TCG and board games, as well as, a dedicated…read moresection to D&D. I highly recommend it.

From the owner: We Specialize in Trading Card games such as Pokemon, amd Magic the Gathering…read more Along with Comic Books From Marvel, DC, and Image. Not to mention board games and other collectibles.

I finally got the chance to visit The Comic Monstore on a rainy, dreary Saturday morning. The comic…read moreselection was amazing. There were so many to choose from. I saw issues that I wanted, as well as issues I didn't know I wanted. I enjoyed their toy section, as well. But I didn't partake this time because I bought waaay too many comics lol. The young lady at the counter was very helpful and nice. I really appreciated our conversation about the new Superman movie. It was a great visit even though the weather wasn't. I'd gladly take that trek from Charlotte anyway now that I've seen it for myself. If you're in the area, definitely check them out.

Easily the best comic shop in North Carolina, hands down!!!…read more Five stars plus one extra for the magic their shop brings to our community

In the area visiting friends in Hickory, I spotted this comic shop close by and decided to stop by…read moreand check them out. I was astonished at the variety and depth of stock items. Comics, cards, figurines, Pops, Star Wars collectibles, Star Trek collectibles, Hot Wheels, etc. I would not have believed the huge stocks from the outside. Plus some oversized Star Wars items: R2D2, a Droid, and a diorama of Dogabah. These guys are fans first and retailers second. Had a nice conversation about comics and left them with information on checking out my collection and possible deals. They were friendly and knowledgeable and willing to help. Check them out! Just leave enough time to browse around and maybe find that one item you have been looking for.

Great services Pretty quiet…read more Has collectibles and movies that someone can spend some time browsing

Friendly employees, great selection in back issues and older high grade comics and wide selection…read moreon trades and new titles.

I'm from NJ, in town for the next couple days with my wife. I thought I'd check out the LCS (Local…read moreComic Shops). Based on my first experience at Stormcrow Comics today, I would not want to use them as my LCS when my wife and I move down later in the year. While the prices were very good, the service was not much to rave about. I was standing at the counter a good 10 minutes or better, waiting to have my comics rung up. Then, when the guy came up, he seemed kinda lifeless and bland. In addition to that, there were dead bugs along storefront window sill, as well as dust about the store.

Great local business with an owner that takes the time to get to know his customers! Great location…read morein a spot that is historically known around town as a place to get your new comics!

Awesome hometown shop! I have shopped here for years and can't say enough good things about the…read morestore. The owner is friendly and knowledgeable and the prices are very reasonable. An all around great place to visit!

This place has become one of my favorite place of all Charlotte 1 because it's 3 minutes from my…read morehome at bellheaven 2 because my 3 boys love this icecrean shop 3 because as soon we walk in it feels like back in the good time of cartoons and comics books of super heroes collection figure. Them ice cream are super delicious and testy especially the coconut one!. me and my kids enjoy it because we can bring our uno cards and have funs and laugh as freely We can! I recomendé to everyone of all age.! so plz come and enjoy the best ice cream of town. The action figure and comics books are diferent price some are low price and some are high price but everything of original material so i think the price goes wit the material! Love it thanks guys keep up the good work !

This is my favorite comic book shop in all of Charlotte. Its not the biggest, it doesn't have the…read moremost product, it doesn't have autographing events, but to me it is a straight forward comic shop. They have a good selection of comics, graphic novels, and collectibles. They also sell ice cream/milkshakes, etc. I've yet to partake of the sweet treats, but everyone that I've seen order them, appears to enjoy them fairly well. I like the "feel" of the place. You can tell it was started by someone that LOVES comics and the geek life. Which means they are my people. I enjoy talking with the young man who usually works when I make my monthly pilgrimage. I appreciate this place and I usually end up spending more than I originally intended to. I don't mind supporting them because I want them to be around for a very long time. If you're in the area, check them out!

I've been to many comic book stores and this is by far the best store I've come across…read more The store owner Chris is so friendly and helpful, along with his staff. The store is very clean, bright and inviting. The selection is awesome!!! Whatever you may be looking for from comics, D&D, Manga, the Gathering etc.... they have it! This is the place to be! I appreciate the experience and I will be back! A must! You won't be disappointed!

The store is beautiful. The owner, on the other hand, is shady. I went in for the advertised 40%…read moreoff everything sale. When asking for prices, on Magic the Gathering singles, I used the same app to check prices that he did, but he quoted prices that were arbitrarily high so that the the 40% off worked out to slightly above average prices. I requested the price of a sealed booster box. These are roughly 100 dollars at every store and online. Again, he told me it was 100 dollars after the discount was applied. Either he was being deceitful, or they charge 170 dollars a box. Both of which are not okay. It does not matter, I will not return.

Though I'm not an avid comic book reader, some usually catch my attention. I have enjoyed some…read morestories from the Saga series from this location. Today, I was in the mood for a new adventure. Fun fact, I made my first comic purchase here about 6 years ago. Since my last visit, the layout appears to be easier to navigate. The space is made up of about three different rooms to explore, so I didn't feel cramped or as if I was invading anyone's bubble. The staff answered my many questions and even attempted to assist me in recalling a title I was having trouble finding. Which I later identified. The parking was a bit hectic on a Friday afternoon. I was in and out within a matter of minutes. I initially dropped in for the New Bloodline comic but also decided on the Scarlet Witch while browsing. My purchases came out to $9.59. I'll be returning soon for the Saga volumes!

A truly impressive comic book store. Excellent customer service from the owner and staff. A CLEAN…read moreand colorful environment that you can bring your kids or partner to without worrying about the stereotypical clutter. The impressive back issue selection is refreshed weekly and super well-organized. If you're ready to create a pull list (highly advised!), Acme is great with communication about adding new titles. Plus -- the owner and staff actually READ the new titles and are ready to give a FRIENDLY and informed recommendation. (If you've been to the "other" type of stores, you know that's not as common as it should be.) Regular updates on social media keep you informed of new titles worth checking out. The best factor overall is the FUN and NO PRESSURE atmosphere created by the staff and customers who have made this a true treasure of the local community. Really happy to discover this store.

The staff is friendly. Clean atmosphere. The people who come into the back are a little…read morequestionable tho!

Annabelle's is a fantastic place to visit. The theater was a blast. Had several interactions and it…read morewas absolutely amazing.