The toy lair is a great places to reminisce on your child hood and share in nostalgia with…read morestrangers. The toy lair has tons of old school toys from the past. Many of these toys are still in their packaging. Going into the store I wasn't sure what to expect. I wasn't sure if they sold toys or were looking to buy used toys. The answer is they do both. Although the vibe is more like a museum than anything else. Overall I had a great time visiting this store. I wish the associate working would've been a little more engaging, they were very stand of fish.

Walking around Carytown and came across the store! Love the diversity of all the different products…read moreand Knick Knacks I came across. I had so much nostalgia wash over me walking around and seeing the vintage toys and figures they had. My boyfriend got a pop figure for a really good price that's normally upcharged a lot online and our cashier was the owner who was welcoming and talked to us about his store! They even had anime figures and awesome gundam's to pick from. Locally owned business with so many things to see and buy, can't wait to visit on my next trip!

Wow! The Link To The Past is an amazing retro game shop located in Chester, it is filled to the…read morebrim with retro games, dvds, consoles, figurines and more! My partner and I popped in to get some Gameboy games. We were pleasantly surprised by their expansive collection of gameboy advance and gameboy color games. The prices were fairly set at loose game value and the workers there were very kind answering all of our questions. We had a great conversation about modding gameboys and they even helped us remove some magic marker off the games we were hoping to purchase. They not only have gameboy games but also NES, Playstation, Xbox and many more. They also purchase games/gaming items as well so this may be a great one stop shop if you're hoping to unload or update your collection. All of their games are tested and authenticated so you can rest easy knowing you're making a good purchase. They also will replace batteries on dead cartridges! Check this place out! You won't be disappointed!

This is a must stop for your retro gaming fix! The staff is…read morefriendly and knowledgeable. They buy and sell all the gaming stuff you had as a kid. Perhaps the stuff you didn't have and now it can be yours! I feel like we're here weekly for my son. He is a huge retro game/console enthusiast. We just picked up Super Mario World for the SNES he recently purchased. Definitely check them out! Game on.

I like the selection and location but the prices are about $10 more than any of the other records…read moreshops in town. Not sure why but I understood why there weren't many shoppers...I was the only shopper there, along with one guy playing the pinball machines in back. That's too bad as I saw many of the records I was looking for but $36-$39 dollars for a record that is priced at $20-$24 elsewhere is a big difference.

After I got over the questionable area and building I stepped into a wonderful surprise. I admit…read morethat I almost didn't go in because it looked like something that was out of a movie but I'm glad that I braved it. They seem to specialize in metal and punk of various styles. They also have some of the classics you'd expect to find in a music shop. Not a ton of inventory but it definitely has the vibe of being careful curated for a specific customer in mind. Plus the back was cool with various pinball machines. If it wasn't for the neighborhood I'd probably make this place a regular stop.

Kind, informative, courteous! Called from California…read more Friendly! Answered all questions.

A bookstore in Richmond to visit on Broad Street. I found parking around the corner since you can't…read morepark in front of the store. When I got there, they had a table of books for $1, mostly kid's books. Once inside, there are books along the wall. I also saw comic books, records and some vintage ads by decades. They have a very tiny kid's section nothing to rave about. My impression is that they had a lot of books, but not a lot of popular books. It was still worth a look. I did see some books about Art and Architecture. I am sure I am missing mentioning more, but that is what I remembered. The books were fairly priced and was glad to find 2 books. You can see my pics to see them. The bookstore seems to have been there a long time. It doesn't look like it's been updated ever. There is an old vibe here, but these are the kinds of bookstore you will find something cool and rare. The old register at the counter is also a classic.

This store has a fascinating collection of various antique finds . I could explore the store and…read morestill not see everything. Bought several small pieces that were unique. The owners are very personable. Great experience, will definitely return and recommend!

This is a REALLY nice place if you want vintage barware--cocktail shakers and decanters…read more Lots and lots and lots of items crammed in so tightly that you can't see everything. And don't dare try to pick something up, because you will surely bump into something and break it. And prices are high to very high. It's a no for me.

Cool, hip spot with tons of eclectic gifts, décor, jewelry, artwork, pottery, antiques and one of a…read morekind items! I loved searching in every nook and cranny of this whimsical shop. I loved the vintage clothing section, unique pieces, with some modern garments tossed in! Nanette, the lady keeping shop, was certainly very friendly and helpful! While some prices seemed high to me, others were quite reasonable. It was designed in a necessarily cluttered way, which gave this space and even more fascinating vibe. I defy you to walk I to this "amusing" store and not have a smile on your face! Muse me, did just that!

The most amazing boutique art gallery in Richmond! Unique Gifts, magical crystals, books. Antiques,…read morevintage clothes and handmade jewelry. More than 55 local artists. Something for everyone. Eclectic Bohemian! Located next to O'Toole's Irish Pub near the Little Nickel bridge.

Look, it's a great shop, and staffed by very welcoming people…read more But what you need to know is this: they have a shop cat and they're the sweetest. You already know from that sentence alone if this place is for you.

Best gift shop in the RVA area. Stumbled upon this shop…read moreabout a year or so ago and I've visited every time I need a gift for someone. They literally have a gift for anybody and everybody. They've got their main floor, a back room (up 3 tiny stairs), and the upstairs (up the spiral staircase). They've got 2 doggos and 1 cat in shop. The cat is a local to the area whose previous owner had passed and given them their cat. The doggos are the owner's and they are super sweet ! Don't forget to give them pets on your way in & out ! The owner Mark & his wife Maggie are such a hoot ! I love coming in and chatting with them. They will suggest items based off genuine opinions and suggest something similar to what you may be on the hunt for. This place is definitely not for someone who has a specific idea of a gift- this is for someone who is on the hunt to find a unique and fun gift for another person (or themselves). The prices are pretty fair too since everything is sourced from local, or small businesses. There is too much to document. Just go in and check it out !

This is the cutest little bookstore. It is a few steps underground and you can find parking in…read morefront of it. It is a very small place, but it is well-organized by genres. They also sell records and have a bargain section for $1 by the register, but those have to be paid in cash. I saw a lot of great books there and was able to find a Wally Lamb book. There were tons of books for such a small space and the books are fairly priced.You can bring books to sell, but only until 4pm. It is worth a visit.

While the books are visibly used, they sell many of them at prices identical to new versions. Not…read morereally a "thrift" store as it's not economical... a bit insulting really