Metropolis Comics Rocks! Great selection of new and old comics along with trade paperbacks. They also run a Kids club which allows my comic crazy 7 year old daughter to get her Tiny Titans fix and get rewarded for it. The store is great and all, but for me what genuinely makes this place standout is the guys running it. Mike, the store manager is a LEGEND! Always friendly and able to help. Angel and Eric are also super cool and able to answer questions you might have without making you dumb. Amazing team, great comic selection, Come check them out and see what I'm talking about! read more

The employee who works there was very rude. I walk up to the front with my comics in hand, yells at me saying it's one copy per customer. Unfriendly. Will not be returning as I have atomic comics in the neighborhood. read more

I just started working in the area and I decided to yelp some local comic shops. I decided to go to Metropolis Comics as it was the closest one to me. They provided incredible service and fun conversation, which is a total plus. The selection was great and the freebees they handed out were totally unexpected. Metropolis Comics, I'm definitely coming back! read more

One day after free comic book day and I'm still getting free comics? Awesome! I love the layout of the store and the staff is very accommodating. Will come back for more! read more

This store has a lot of stuff. It's really deep and comics line the walls on both sides. New releases are toward the back. Parking is street, but during the day it seemed okay. There is a lot across the street. The workers really like comics. They were able to talk to me about the stuff I'd been reading and steer me toward some new comics, which I didn't get (I'm getting too many, right now and need to cut back). They have a membership program which seemed like a good thing. It was something like $15 or $25 a year, I don't remember which, but they'd hold comics for you (which can be great for those 1st printings that sell out quickly) and give you a discount. It seems like there is gaming that happens sometimes? There was a table in the center and some pieces, so they might do that too. I've always been a little interested in the tabletop RPGs so I might check that out. Great store, definitely going every few weeks for new releases. read more

Comic book stores have a certain level of negative stigma attached to them in popular culture. When most think of a comic store, the first thing that comes to mind is the Android's Dungeon and the Comic book guy from the Simpsons. Metropolis strives in working to go against this stereotype and make the comic book store a place where nerds and geeks can come together and have a sense of community, all the while making the comic book world a lot less intimidating for the noobs and Poozers. The store itself is situated in a nice section of Bellflower, and is very welcoming, both inside and out. It is very spacious and bright, something I find to be lacking in many stores. Inside, they have just about everything a comic book reader could want, from their wonderfully organized new comics shelf to their fun selection of geek fashion that could be used to show off that geek pride. Metropolis also has a huge selection of back stock comics and tradebacks, and if they don't have it, the employees will do their best to order and get you what you want ASAP. They really do justice to the new image of the modern comic store. The Metropolis employees are all very friendly and professional. They each know their comic book history and there is a surprising amount of diversity in their comic choices, which is very helpful for this looking for unique and non-superhero titles. Again, the staff at Metropolis is very helpful and welcoming to new readers. I myself have made many new good friends at the store. One thing that really sets Metropolis apart and keeps bringing me back to the store is their efforts in really bringing a sense a community to their customers. They have many great events at the store, such as artist signings and Magic gatherings, and always try their hardest to make it really interesting. The store has even recently started a monthly Comic Book club that was surprisingly intellectually stimulating. For their regulars, they provide a store membership that gives customers a pull list and discounts on almost everything in the store. Metropolis is a wonderful comic book store. Keep in mind that they are very professional and run their store as such. If you're looking for a place to haggle, this is not the store. This is in no way a negative towards the store. I very much appreciate their professionalism and that they treat each and every customer with the same amount of respect, from hardcore nerd to hipster poozer. I love Metropolis and love heading there Wednesdays for new comic book day to just hangout with great friends. If you're looking a comic book store, there is nowhere else I would recommend. Metropolis really does stand for truth, justice, and the comic book way. read more

This is my all time favorite comic book store. Everyone is helpful. And to be honest, it sucks being a girl into comic when you have to deal with jerks who think I know nothing of them and don't even bother to look my way, let alone ask if I need help. But here, I get a hello, how is everything going. And if I plan it right, they have free popcorn. Yum! Also, if they can order it for you, usually they will. And the employee picks of the month are great starting places for people looking for something new. The only thing is I wish the drivers in the area were a bit nicer. But that has nothing to do with the store. They are just awesome! read more

I had a very decent experience trading in comic books with the weekend manager and called today to bring over a long box of comics. The assistant told me this was Saturday and Saturday is the day they bought comic books so yes I should bring my comic books down today. He said it just like that. I drove 10 miles of street traffic to find the store was ground zero at the big Bellflower Car Show. The street was blocked off and I couldn't get a mile near the place. I called back and the kid told me they didn't know until yesterday. Really... When I said that when I called 30 minutes ago he could have told me, he babbled a few random sounds of not caring enough to say something and then a yelled a few choice words at him for wasting my time. The manager was nice so deal with him if you go. The assistant is a dullard. The worst was his uncaring indifference to me driving out for nothing. read more

Although they didn't have one of the issues of Bob's Burgers I was hoping to get, they did have two other ones and the sales attendant went out of her way to check in with me and see that I back order the issue if I wanted to. It's close to home, parking is always plenty and the atmosphere is welcoming. My new go to spot for sure! read more

This comic book store is awesome.. they have a great variety of comics.. they also sell t- shirts and many other things.. the employees are super friendly Mike, Christian and the owner Michael are always very welcoming. Help you find what you need.. if your into comics this is the place to come and check out the comics.. awesome store.. read more

Very rude cashier. Didn't want to answer any questions. Was even rude to a child. I will definitely not be visiting this comic book store again. read more

Love this place! I've been going here for about a year now and they've been nothing short of awesome every time I go. A super friendly staff, a great selection of books, and a pretty nice membership deal is just a fraction of what they have to offer. They usually have holiday sales which really brings down the prices for variants and trade paperbacks which makes for a nice splurge to buy stuff or even give as a gift. You guys rock! read more

This review is long overdue. It's like home away from home. We've been coming here weekly for over 2 years now. It's not good to our bank account but that's where the negative ends. Always good selections & friendly faces. 2 very enthusiastic thumbs up... fine holiday fun! read more

This place is definitely one of the best comic book stores around. It's always stocked with a wide selection of popular titles new and old. The staff is extremely friendly and they give A+ quality customer service everytime you walk in the door. They are die hard comic fanatics themselves so it really shows that they really enjoy working there. They have this pretty cool pull system which lets you reserve comic books for yourself without the risk of missing out on a sell out issue. It does cost $20 for membership but you get 10% off every purchase along with a free previews catalog to let you know if stuff that is coming up in case you want to preorder stuff. They also often have artists and writers come to do store signings. I heard that the store is under new ownership, but the staff has said nothing but nice things about the new owner who used to be a customer there himself. I stopped by and didn't see any noticeable changes at all. They did tell me that the new owner wanted to upgrade the shop by making it a little cooler and that his ideas were good for the store and the customers, so I am interested in seeing whats coming up. read more

This is, hands down, the best place to get your comics. I have gone to other places around this area but none stack up to Metropolis Comics! As soon as you walk in you are always greeted and if you are having trouble someone is usually nice enough to help out. They are fully stocked with the popular items but if you cant find something they are willing to special order it for you. Overall, the service and products are what bring me back each week. Thanks guys, you rock! read more

As cool as this shop wouldve been for me, i did not get to experience it. Why? Because i waited 40 minutes outside parked across the street for it to open. Why have business hours posted if you are not going to open at those stated times? I understand being 10 minutes late but 40 and possibly more? (Left after 40 min). I was not the only one waiting, there were more people. And p.s they have a sign up on their door stating they will open at 10am soon, why? If you cant commit to opening at 11am why promise the consumer another lie about the hours. read more

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I went to try Thai Smile a mile or two away and decided to look up comic book stores in the area and this place came up. The store is easy to find being right off Bellflower. It's really clean and organized and I loved that it was nice and cold, since Southern California is currently experiencing a heat wave. The guy running the shop was pleasant and talkative and made me feel welcomed. Even knowing I wasn't from the area he wasn't dismissive like other places tend to be if they think you might not come back. I liked that the comics are scanned at the register because I've been overcharged before in other shops that simply do a manual tally. I would definitely go back if I'm ever down there, especially since they also have a nice assortment of shirts, as I've seen discussed in other reviews. read more

Knowledgeable and kind. Michael not only provides a wealth of advice for the average comic enthusiast but provides a welcoming store to read and mingle with like minded individuals. read more

Awesome comic book store! The staff are really funny and nice. Both employees greeted me the instant I walked in. They have a huge variety of comics. I originally walked in to find a comic book on Aquaman, but then got distracted by all the cool toys, shirts, and cool posters they had. Very big selection on almost anything. I would highly recommend going here to pick up comics. read more

We take the grandkids here a lot, seems they find everything that they're looking for, and have always had helpful staff members. Big change since I was a kid in a comic book store. read more

Friendly staff and feels like an old fashioned local comic book store with a welcoming atmosphere. Collection of update merchandise is readily available. read more

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My son has Asperger's syndrome and for him this is Heaven on Earth, no shortage of anything comic related PERIOD. The owner knows his stuff like the back of his hand and even takes time to teach kids like my son about the Magic card games. They have 1$ bin comics which I LOVE and an entire table dedicated to 50% off items. Best quality t-shirts I've bought for my son anywhere can't recommend this place more!! read more

I went here for the first time yesterday (7/1/15) with 2 of my sons and my wife. When I walked in, we walked right pass the staff and not a word was said. Which I thought was weird but whatever. My son had a few questions and one of the employees was very helpful so I'm glad my first impression was off. The staff is very helpful and the cashier greeted us when we got to the front of the line. I'm not trying to sound like a little whiny girl but I think it's important to be greeted when you enter someone's place of business. Their selection of comic books is very well organized and they have some pretty cool shirts for sale, we bought 3 of them. We'll be back if my kids ask to be taken back. This was my attempt to get them into comic books. They offer some kind of membership here that gives you an additional discounts. Check this place out. read more

This is one of the coolest comic book stores. I'm a huge sucker for 1 dollar long boxes, They have a good amount that took me 30 mins of scanning through to find a few great gems. While I was doing that my boyfriend was going through all the normal single issues, Which I plan on going back since they had such a wide variety and I want to spend some time with those wonderful long boxes. Haha. Anyways, after 2 hours and 70 bucks, my boyfriend and I walk away with some great comics, pins and even bag and board. Which was such a great price! I plan on going back more often!!!! Because we didn't even get to tap into the shirts and toys yet. So to be continued? read more

Worth the drive! Even though I moved away I still come here! I was relatively new to comics when my local shop closed & google sent me here. They explained pull boxes to me & how things worked. Years later I'm still here. Occasionally I'll try someplace closer but it's just not the same. These guys know me by sight even though I only show up every few months or so. They have great selections of comics & have no issue with ordering something even if it's not popular. They have figurines, shirts, collectibles, card games & many other things for sale. They also have events like magic games & artist signings. And Free Comic Book day can't be beat with contests & more. It's also a pokestop with a gym nearby if you're info Pokémon Go. read more

I have been a customer for many years I have never been disappointed when it comes to pre-orders, unfortunately I don't have the time to show up every Wednesday for new comics release, but I don't have to worry about missing comics because they do an awesome job holding comics on my pull list, if you collect comic books or you want to start buying this is the place to start. read more

HUGE shout out to Mike! THE best customer service at a comic shop yet. I really appreciate that he went above and beyond to help me collect some much needed additions for my collection. read more

Real nice shop and clean but I only gave 3 stars because all they had was modern issues. There was no Bronze Age back issues to look at so I left. read more

I was intimidated going into other comic book stores for the reason I had no idea about comic books, but going to Metropolis was just the best experience I had to get a comic book for my college class. They were glad to help and didn't treat me like an outsider. Great service and help! P.s. i went to about 5 other comic stores around and was the only place to have what I was looking for, did I say i got the last copy :-)! read more

Great shop. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Great item selection. If there is a title or item not in stock they will special order it. I highly recommend the membership service that is offered. In addition to receiving special member discounts, your titles are pulled for you the day they are released so you never have to worry about a title selling out. Cool in-store events as well. read more

Great place to shop! Staff is really friendly and helpful. I always feel welcomed and their $1 bins is a treasure trove. I've found some really good stuff! I'd totally recommend this place if you are in the area. read more

This place is great. On FREE COMIC BOOK DAY they allowed us to take 5 comic books. Friendly and with a great selection of comic books all the time. One of the guys hook me up with the free comic book of Rick and Morty, because there was none left when I got there....thanks for looking out! read more

My BF insisted we visit since we weren't too far away. He mainly wanted to check out their back issues. He tends to look for golden age and silver age comics whenever he gets an opportunity to find a new comic book store. We thought it was weird that you have to ask to see their back issues so we decided not to. He did pick up a few issues of current series he's reading. The place itself is really small but the guy that helped us out was pretty cool and friendly. read more

We live in the city of Belllflower and this is the comic store that my husband likes to visit. I am not really into comic books, but I do like all the merchandise that they have available, especially the Wonder Woman items. The staff are friendly and they are willing to assist you with any questions or concerns that you might have. It is a cool, neat place that is in the heart of downtown Bellflower, which I do recommend for anyone to visit if you are in the area. read more

Been a regular customer for about 4 years its always fun to come to get my weekly books. Good guys working there who are always helpful and willing to talk about what they read. Check it out if you can! Highly recommend the shop! read more

By far the best comic book shop I've encountered in my 16 years of collecting. They have a great variety of comic books, statues, posters, trades, toys, etc.. Amazingly kid friendly for being a comic book shop. There's a kid section filled with the newest and hottest books and toys. The best customer service i have ever encountered in any type of business. Knowledgeable and very willing to help any guest. It's because of their customer service that i have been a return customer for 4 years now. read more

Its pretty good. Been here twice already and I can see myself going more if I'm ever in the area. My only complaint has to be that whenever I go in the night, it smells like cigars extremely strong. It is expected because of their location but the smell bugs me a lot so that's the only reason why I'm giving it a four star. read more

Let's face it, if you're a girl, comic book stores are not always the most welcoming of places to feed your inner geek. Some tend to feel like insular fanboiy clubs in which girls are still "icky". Not so here. I often come to browse and everytime I do the staff is really great. I don't know all their names but they are very friendly and know their stuff. I also love how they're a part of the community, especially when they hold all-ages events. Their National Comic Book Day event is awesome! Love their t-shirt selection too. read more

OAfter reading all the great reviews on yelp I had to go down and see for myself,and I have to say I have no idea what these people are talking about! After browsing the store for a few minutes waiting for someone to ask me if I needed help,I walked up to the register to ask for a deal on one of the DC covergirls statues.l was then told they don't do that,with a some what offended stare on his face,so I asked "can you ask the owner"?,Once again with a stare only comic shop workers can give I was told "we don't do that". Metropolis reminds me why most comic shops fail today,I ask myself why would I want to come back here when I can drive out to FnSons and get all my new comics,statues ,and graphic novels for 25 -30% off.ask yourself . read more

This is a terrible place to go to if you're a casual comic fan such as myself. The selection for accessories is atrocious, and the customer service is just terrible. Every time I ask a question, I get an answer in a tone of voice that makes it seem like I insulted them. The employees there are total douchebags and should probably be put in their place as the failures to society they truly are. I'll either be buying my gear online or somewhere else from this point forward. read more