First of all I NEVVVER leave reviews…read more I always shop for my comics between Now or Never and Comics N Stuff sometimes TC Rockets and thought I'd give this one a try since it's down the street from my job. I always love supporting businesses in the city I was born & raised in. But this morning completely switched my mind on that! Who ever worked 6/10/2026 this morning either didn't get enough sleep or hates his life. I called to ask if a certain variant cover for a new issue was in stock and he gave me the NASTIEST attitude, I was in complete shock. It wasn't what he said it's HOW he said it. As if I was an inconvenience, a customer? Maybe he was overwhelmed since there was 7 customers in the store like he stated but again he could've had way better attitude I mean it is 10AM lively up! I've worked customer service majority of my life and it's #1 priority for a business to thrive and keep customers coming back. I called comics n stuff right after and the lady was so eager to help me! Very disappointed!

Yesteryear's Comics is what my office is becoming to look like. Piled high with comics. So when I…read morecome here, I feel like I'm at home. LOL YES, the store is small, but... they're packed with comics. See photos. And make a stop here.

Stopped in for the first time today and definitely was a hidden gem. Don't come here for new comics…read morecome here for older comics for a great price. So many boxes of awesome comics.

Happened upon this tucked away shop and what a happy accident. it is a comic guy's comic shop, no…read morenew comic Wednesday but box upon box of old comic goodness to dig through and a complete run section that will blow your mind. Staff is next level with knowledge and has great, reasonable pricing. Might not be great if it's your first time in a comic shop, but you'll love it if you have been to one or two before.

The entire environment is nice and as well as the staff working there even checking up on me later…read moreafter something happend

Amazing place to shop for toys and comics and magic cards, staff is super awesome especially Jayden…read morealways ready to answer questions and always ready to help you find whatever you're looking for

One of my favorite bookstores!…read more I think I found out about them because of the L.A. Times' Festival of Books that occurs annually. They were one of the vendors, and they always had such a great selection of books. And their staff was amazing, especially working under the pressure of a book festival! I've had the privilege of being able to visit their physical location, and it was such a lovely (and expensive) visit. Their store proved on what a great selection of books they have, and a good number of them were special edition, signed bookplates, or inked signatures! Staff was great at the physical location, as well. Also, we were able to visit on a Friday for a free book! They do have special events quite often, where an author may come by and speak about their book and do signings! Their Instagram page is quite active, thankfully, so I've been able to order a few special events' books to be delivered to me ( I don't live in the SD area). For the physical location, the parking can be a bit limiting, depending on what time you go. We visited them two (three?) times in a given week and had most success for a parking space earlier in the day, and didn't try to venture for an evening visit. Highly, highly, highly recommend you visit this bookstore and support their business!

Very clean spacious retail store and another Sam Diego business with excellent customer service…read more Asked about hard sci-fi and the staff there all pointed to the in house sci-fi guy. Very helpful, interesting to chat with and I got a few new authors to check out! They even have a free book Friday shelf! This place is great! I shoulda got a tshirt

Tito Rick's Garage is a true one-stop shop for just about anyone. The space is clean, open, and…read morewelcoming perfect for hobbyists, with a great selection of trading cards, Hot Wheels, and more, or even if you're just in need of a good cup of coffee. Time seems to slow down the moment you walk through the doors, giving you a chance to enjoy the small moments this place has to offer. Come trade in your cards and get real value for them, then use your credit toward Tito's secret latte highly recommended. You'll leave having had a great day. The service is excellent, the space is spotless, and if you're looking to chat, you'll likely find the owner around. He's a certified yapper in the best way honestly, a lost art.

Came here for a collectibles meet up (cards and cars like Hotwheels, Auto World, etc.) and had a…read moregreat time! I bought a little lowrider then was entered into a raffle where I won 2 Auto World Chase vehicles! That was the only prize I really wanted, too! How exciting! I feel very grateful for that. I also bought a coffee here for myself and my brother-in-law. The only thing I would change about that is I wish they had milk alternatives. They only had whole milk available. Overall excellent experience and I hope to be back soon!

Easily one the best card shop on San Diego. Top tier service. Huge variety. Prices are fair…read more Wouldn't even bother going anywhere else!

By far the best experience I've had in a sports collectibles store. Have everything you could want…read moreor need, amazing quality and good prices, as well as amazing customer service! Super personable and professional employees who make you feel welcomed and take amazing care of you (Shout out my man Hayden, best service in San Diego!). Couldn't recommend this establishment highly enough should definitely check them out!

Stumbled across Bards & Cards as my partner they don't and I had an hour to kill before our dinner…read morereservation. I have been to Gaslamp many times before but never noticed this location. The shop had a wide selection of board games at the front, some books along the shelves, crafting supplies for painting, figurines, and a tabletop play area in the back. There was a tabletop tournament for Magic the Gathering the day I went. The tables were all full and everyone was having a great time. My partner I had recently picked up Wingspan and have been enjoying it a lot so I wanted to pick up another board game for duos. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful here - they answered all the questions I had on board games I was looking for as well as gave me their own personal recommendations. We quickly picked up the 7 Wonders Duel board game and are very excited to test it out. Price is slightly higher than Amazon but worth it to support this business. Highly recommend Bards & Cards and will definitely be coming back.

Walked around town and spotted this cool place. Went inside to check out their games…read more Got very cool selection of games and such. Large spacious shop fill with so much stuff. In the back has some tables where people were playing games. Unexpectedly has some cool anime games and merch. Nice!

A hidden gem nestled in the back alleys of North Park, Red Brontosaurus is reliable for Records,…read moreTapes, CD's, Movies, and more courtesy of owner Davey and Co

I'm giving this record store a 5 only because the owner is awesome! My friends and I were strolling…read moreNP and saw a guy with records so we searched for the nearest record store. The place is small. Records are broken down to genre. He may not have the best selection but you may find a gem or two. He also sells video games and accessories. The owner approached my friends and I about what he had in store and all his music interest. Off top super friendly!! He is very knowledgeable on different genres. Overall he was just all around Good Vibes and that's what would make me come back!