Absolutely crap service nothing but regrets after shopping here!!!!!! Called for advice on…read moreinvesting in my first RC the pushed me towards Axial so nearly 1k later I have an issue with my car and "sorry we don't support that brand sell parts for that brand nor will we work on that brand.." So let me get this straight you convinced me to by what you had in stock just to leave me high and dry nearly $1000 later between parts and accessories.

I want everything in here. Please note, if I ever start playing and win the lottery, I'm going to…read morebuy one of everything in this place. I was greeted as soon as I walked in by a nice lady. She immediately helped me find the parts I needed for my mini cub and promptly checked me out. Since it's hard to differintiate one toy/hobby store from the other, I think the organized layout and helpful service is what makes The Model Box stand out.

Everyone was so welcoming and helpful. They had everything we needed and prices are very fair.read more

Super good service. We had an old nitro car we couldn't get started and the nice man worked on the…read morecar till his hands were bleeding 100% would recommend

Great selection of paints and painting tools for you warhamner and other miniatures. Also a nice…read moresmall assortment of board games

My favorite gaming store! Gear Gaming is my go-to shop for any and all hobby needs- great selection…read moreof models from a variety of ranges, board games, and an extensive selection of paints and accessories. Their prices aren't much cheaper than the actual company's that made the models/paints but what they do offer is a rewards service that will keep you coming back. Earn enough points and you'll be getting $10-20 off your next purchase, which can really go a long way. The staff is super friendly and they have built a great community in the Hoover/Birmingham area. If you are looking to get a game in, or try out a board game, over half the store is dedicated to just that. Can't say enough good things about Gear Gaming!

We have been going to Magic City Collectables every few months for the last few years. Our 13yo is…read morea sports cards and memorabilia collector. Regardless of if he's found something he "has to have" or is "just looking" he's met with kindness and treated with the same respect as any other (adult) customer. Inventory is always rotating and a lot of fun to just browse.

First class customer service, knowledgeable in their trade, and eager to spark the joy of…read morecollecting and trading in all people who visit their shop. Very nice selection of sports cards and reasonable prices. Definitely my favorite B'ham metro card shop!

Homewood Toy and Hobby, 2830 18th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35209…read moreWe have been going to Homewood Toy and Hobby for years, and it continues to be one of those special local stores that is a pleasure to visit. One thing we noticed right away is how convenient and accessible the store is. There is plenty of parking, and they have both a front and back entrance, along with a handicap ramp. That may sound like a small detail to some people, but for someone using a wheelchair or needing easier access, it makes a big difference. The aisles are also wide enough for a wheelchair, which is not always the case in small specialty stores. The service is prompt, friendly, and genuinely kind. The employees are wonderfully nice and helpful without making you feel rushed. My brother enjoyed looking around, taking his time, and selecting what he wanted to buy. That kind of patient, friendly atmosphere means a lot. The store has an amazing assortment of hobby items. They carry model railroading supplies, model airplanes, model cars, military miniatures, radio-controlled vehicles, helicopters, cars, and many other hobby and collectible items. It is the kind of store where you can go in for one thing and still enjoy walking around just to see everything they have. Homewood Toy and Hobby also has the feel of a place that has earned loyal repeat customers over the years. That says something good about both the store and the people who run it. We are thankful for a local hobby store like this and appreciate the kindness, accessibility, and great selection they offer. God bless! Mark and Tim Elders

The cashier did not know how to do returns. There was basically a bunch of expensive crap you could…read morefind at Walmart for 5 bucks. A lady came in saying that her 1 year old son did not know how to use a Nee-Doh squishy and that she had won it at an auction. I asked to the cashier if I could buy it and she very quickly said (in an angry tone) No YOU CANT HAVE IT! and then proceeded to stuff it under the counter, Horrible service.

I come to this B&N frequently. It's a great place, there are only a few issues. One is that they…read morereorganize the books CONSTANTLY. You will go there once and return a few weeks later and it will look like a whole different store, which makes things difficult to locate. They also change what amount of a genre they have frequently. I use to come and they had DOZENS of classics in the penguin classic model. They would all be the little black penguin paper back, all together in one place. But now there are barely any classic novels on the shelves, and they no longer offer a large selection of the paperback penguin classics. They're all cloth bound, hardback, or leather. Which is pretty, but not super concert if you're not looking to drop 30-40 dollars on a book. They have a ton of YA books to choose from, but I rarely see many people wandering that aisle, it's usually the classic aisle that I see more people I have to squeeze through. Another issue is that the workers can get kind of annoying. I know they're just doing their job, and if they don't then they will probably get fired, but sometimes I will no joke have workers seeming to follow me throughout the store. One minute you're looking at Brontë and the next someone pops up, "Finding everything alright?". I get it, they can't help it but it gets a little strange. I was once in the section near the register looking at some of the Smithsonian books, and a worker was just lurking. Not stocking shelves, not arranging anything, just lurking. I had no idea why. She didn't even ask me anything, she was just watching me like a hawk. Surely she could trust I wouldn't steal anything-- those Smithsonian books weigh a ton! It was kind of creepy. This really is a good B&N though, only critique is the weird rearranging and harassment.

Awful customer service!!!! I have been a customer for years, the lady today that checked me out…read morenot only embarrassed me because it was crowded but convinced me why the summit B&N is definitely more professional.

Service here is horrible, and they have advertisements for toys on their windows they don't sell…read more For example they have had an advertisement for the toy "Jellycat" for months now, however they do not sell it and are extremely dismissive when you ask if they have it.

Aubrey was the Best! So helpful! Knew exactly what i needed from the slime and nee doh section! buy…read moreone get one free what a steal

So I went to a "coin shop" in Hoover, (Southern Coin Shop), was treated terribly and was offered…read morefar less than the melt value for some silver dollars. A few of these coins had more value than the melt value, but the Jesse James working behind the counter said essentially "Take it or leave it, offering far less than "melt" on all the coins, including a few that I graded to be Fine or better. (I am not a professional grader). I left it! I gave them a review on Yelp and went to Alabama Coin Shop a week later (today). The experiences could not have been more different! "David" owns and opperates Alabama Coin Shop. He is pleasant, knowledgeable and fair. He patiently explained the relationship between melt price and volatility. David bought 10 of the Morgan and Peace silver dollars for slightly less than melt-Fair, and I left with cash in hand and a new coin shop. If you are a coin collector or have some silver or gold coins to sell, see David at his shop, in front of Home Depot on Highway 31 in Pelham.

Called David after reading his reviews on Yelp. We had some old gold and several coins that had…read morebeen sitting for years. We live 2 hours away from Pelham but no one reliable in our area to buy gold and coins. So, after reading reviews and speaking with David we made the drive and it was a great experience. David is very knowledgeable and extremely honest. Would highly recommend him and will use in the future!

I was given a gift card to this place by a good friend. I had never heard of this store, but my…read morefriend knows me well because when I entered last week, I was so happy to see all the different items made by people all around the world. I was able to talk with the manager (or maybe owner) and she told me they work with 400 cooperatives in 59 countries across the world. The first time I went, I didn't buy anything because there were so many different things and I wanted more time to really look at everything. There were household goods, instruments, shoes, blankets, jewelry, art, and so much more. Prices range from low to high, but all are fairly priced to help promote economic development in the countries that send the goods. The second time I went, I took my husband with me. He settled on a Gourd Shaker made in Peru and I purchased earrings made in Kenya. While we were there, we saw a djembe that we will probably go back and get. I highly suggest you stop by. You'll probably find several things you like! Oh, this place is great for finding unique gifts. I'll be a repeat customer.

I have been to this store twice before at the Five Points location. I really dig this newer…read morelocation. More space which means more awesome goodies. Fair Trade is how Sojourns operates. Some items will be more expensive than other places which use child labour, sweatshops, or forced labour. I am happy to spend more and purchase a few quality items rather than a ton of cheap things made by grossly underpaid people overseas. The atmosphere is nice. The owner and employees are great. It is easy to get around the store as it is not cluttered. I also ordered a backpack when I got home. Wished I had bought it that day I was there. However, there is online ordering and I got this in a day as I am in Montgomery area. Look forward to returning. Hare Krishna!!!

Hobby Lobby is a great place for decorating ideas. This location is always clean and organized. The…read moreassociates are always friendly and accommodating. Just a great place to walk around and be creative. The sales are always good and hit just right when you're thinking about making changes to a room.

I mean who doesn't love Hobby Lobby?!?!? I made a quick stop in to grab rose petals. I couldn't…read morefind them, but the employees were super helpful. They were smiling and actually look as if they were happy to be at work. And the petals were 1/2 off!! The cashier was pleasant and was a nice ending to a quick shopping trip. I love this store there is so much to look at and so much inspiration. Every time I go in there I want to redecorate or start a new hobby. It is definitely a trap, lol.