The owner of this store is the NICEST man I have ever met. He is a good local business to support,…read morehas a good selection and will keep you company. There are new cards and 80/90s cards. Overall, best card store I have EVER BEEN TO! If your looking for cards, he has it.

Bang for your buck: 7/10 Quality: 8/10…read moreService: 4/10 Ambiance/Location: 8/10 Overall: 6/10 Difficult to find as it's in a corner spot of a strip mall. A decent selection of product but a bit overpriced. Service was lacking as it appeared only regulars got serviced.

Very helpful employees. I went around the time of last Christmas to find a Traxxas RC car and the…read moreemployees were super helpful. There is a wide variety of model airplanes, toys, RC vehicles, and more. There was also this friendly cat wandering around the store like he owns the place, so I assume it was a bodega cat. Look forward to seeing it next time if it's still there.

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

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.

Awesome staff who are friendly and knowledgeable. Great pricing, can't wait to race my new car…read morethere during one of their race nights!

I was really impressed with this small shop and what they had available. Decent prices, too. If you…read moreare into RC or building models, it's worth stopping in to check their selection.

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 was working in the area, and browsing Yelp for a gift shop downtown, as I don't often make it to…read moredowntown Birmingham. I discovered this place and checked it out because they offered a 10% discount on Yelp. Anyway, I was looking for a cool Valentine's Day gift (plain old roses and chocolate covered off-season strawberries just don't cut it for me), so I checked this place out. I found a great gift for my lady, as well as a pair of silver earrings for my mother for Mother's Day so that shopping is done :) ! I will need to remember to come back next time I need to find a unique gift and I don't know what to get.

Good stock and the owner is very friendly and has great customer service. Place feels more like a…read morehome than a business. Very laid back and casual

This is a great games and hobby shop. It is a little cramped, but the plethora of board games and…read moreminis as well as dnd and magic stuff is incredible. The dice selection is top notch, but the owners are what make the place special. Friendly and very customer aware. The atmosphere is family friendly, and they have several tables for playing games in house. If you are interested in gaming, drop by and give the place a look see. You will not be disappointed!

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!