Good amount of educational toys for all ages a little pricey but worth it employees were very helpful

For children under 10, this is absolutely a fun store worth checking out and they will have a lot of great things for them. Me and my wife came here to shop for our niece and nephews to get an idea for Christmas even though that's about 5 months away but unfortunately you always have to think ahead to get yourself an idea. The staff here was very friendly and a store was clean and well organized throughout our entire visit. Sure, the store was a bit pricey but it featured a lot of great stuff that we thought was useful that our niece and nephew can utilize and play with for a couple of years. Overall, if you were in the area I definitely recommend to check the store! read more

The store is a local gem and we are lucky to have it in our midst. Thoughtful and unique toys and an amazing staff who truly pour their heart into making this place special. We always find something that is worth our time and journey, and we are so grateful to have this store local to us. read more

Love Marvin's toy store. Amazing Selection of some really awesome toys and games. A lot of unique fun things and not a lot of stores like this around. Every time we go we have fun and the staff has been super helpful. read more

This place is amazing! Unique gifts. Helpful staff and they gift wrap! Perhaps you could save a dollar by going elsewhere but the toys we've bought here are worth it! read more

We love taking the kids here. Toys are carefully selected. We recently purchased two kites and they launched within seconds. The owner explained that she selected kites that she knew kids would be able to fly. She knows her products well. Kids are able to touch and play with displays. We have been coming to this shop for years. Staff is extremely friendly and always makes time for your questions. We always leave having a nice experience. read more

Marvin's Toy Store - Kites purchased - Toy Stores Near Me - Crystal Lake, Illinois

Can't say enough good things about this little gem in downtown Crystal Lake. My kids are in awe of it. Today we made our first big purchase there of a doll house for our daughter's birthday and she couldn't be happier. Almost every toy they have in this store generate complex thinking, stem learning, and hands on play. I love it and so do they! read more

Marvin's Toy Store - Our awesome, great quality purchase today!!! - Toy Stores Near Me - Crystal Lake, Illinois

Marvin's Toy Store has a fairly large selection of adorable, creative, imagination inducing toys for kids of all ages. My son & I were walking past this charming little toy shop while wandering around downtown Crystal Lake after visiting the farmer's market & I couldn't resist walking in. I was quite impressed with the number of organic, earth friendly toys that they stock. As I was perusing the assortment, my eyes locked in on an organic plush donut rattle...with sprinkles. Oh.Dear.Goodness! How has my son lived 12 weeks without a plush chocolate sprinkle donut rattle?! The also offer learning focused toys and craft/science type kits (like the cool owl pellet in a box thing that I never got to pick apart as a kid). If you're like me, you're always looking for a super cool and unique gift for the kiddos in your life, well Marvin's is your best bet! Standout toys, friendly owners & plush donut toys...what more could you ask for?! read more

This store is wonderful! The owners and employees are experts and so helpful. The selection and variety, as well as the delightfully unique surprises keep me going back. Never disappointed! Quality, price, atmosphere! Even gift wrapping, delivered with smiles. read more

Marvin's Toy Store - Currently two of K's favs. (There's always a Marvin's toy among his top daily preferences) - Toy Stores Near Me - Crystal Lake, Illinois

Love this place! This is the only toy store around that has quality, one of a kind wooden toys that will last. I shop for my Montessori class here frequently and LOVE the puzzles and the books. It's the perfect place to find a birthday present. read more

Really great to shop in a store where the staff is really knowledgeable and helpful. With thirteen grandchildren to buy gifts for they always have something unique. A really great store - thank you for caring. read more

Super friendly people...helped me find everything I needed. Gift wrapped for me too. They knew everything about their products so you know they make thoughtful selections on what to carry. Love it! read more

Went here a couple weekends ago on a Saturday afternoon and my experience was awesome. I had to catch the train and waited until the last second to buy a present. The girl working helped me out immediately and stuck within my price range. She even wrapped it for me!!! My husband and kids were waiting outside and I was in and out within 10 minutes. Was able to catch the train within plenty of time. It was awesome and I will be going back in the future. read more

Wonderful toy store, the toys are all educationally-based and very creative, and the prices are good. The lady that worked here and helped me with a gift for my niece, wrapped it in the cutest donut wrapping paper. It is so fun to shop here! read more

This is a wonderful toy store. The owner is very friendly and genuinely interested in those who walk in the door. They carry lots of unique toys that are eco-friendly, sustainable, and/or made in the USA. The toys that Marvin's carries promote learning and imagination without all the plastic and battery operated functions that are so common these days. Additionally, they encourage trying the toys out and have many set up for playing with in store. read more

Downtown Crystal Lake is always the highlight of our visit when we're in town to see family. Our kids love stopping into Marvin's to see what's new and our family is a big on shopping local. After this last experience, we will not be stopping at Marvin's again. My children and I walked to Marvin's while my wife was at her brother's graduation. My son is in 3rd grade and all about the "Fidget Spinner" trend. I gave the kids an opportunity to pick out a toy from the store and Gavin picked out a very cool spinner with LED lights. I paid for the spinner, and another toy for my daughter, and we made our way out of the store. At the next store my son noticed that one of the LED lights was no longer lighting up on his new spinner. After paying $15.99 (for a spinner I could've bought on Amazon for $8) I was hoping that he would have at least tested the spinners to make sure they worked before walking out. But he's 9. And I didn't think about it. So back to Marvin's we went hoping to exchange our spinner for one that worked. When I walked in I asked to see the manager. I explained the situation and was very cordial. I told her we'd like a replacement and instead of being nice about it -- she was very rude. Which was surprising. We've always had good experiences. Instead of exchanging out the device she popped out one of the LEDs and put a new one in. She then asked me for my receipt and CIRCLED the bottom where it said that "all sales are FINAL on spinners and no returns would be accepted". So, clearly, they know they are junk. We walked out of the store and that one broke too. Feeling completely deflated I decided there was no point in going back to ask for a new one. Before writing this review, I emailed Marvin's explaining my bad experience hoping for an apology at the very least. It's been over a week now, and still nothing from them. Talk about terrible customer service. I may be out $15.99 but Marvin's is out a family of local shoppers. I'll stick to Amazon from now on. read more

I was very pleased and surprised and the variety of toys in such a small store. The staff was very knowledgable and helpful. The toys they carry encourage creativity, imagination, and learning and although I knew what I wanted before I went in I had a lot of options to choose from. read more

Was in looking for a birthday gift for a 9 year old and was amazed at the variety they have for such a large range in age. Wound up purchasing gifts for a baby shower I was going to be attending as well. The Staff was very helpful and not pushy which is a big draw for me. I like that the toys are educational as well, rather than just a toy! read more