I regularly go here. If you enjoy playing magic or dnd, this play wants to be your home. Lots of…read moregreat deals on older games and movies. The staff is honestly the best there is. They will learn your name and honesty become your friends. To the James guy from San Diego... this isn't Craigslist... maybe you should move back home instead of trash talking our local businesses.

I have not been in a Slackers in a long time. I forget how much fun and interesting this place can…read morebe. I was quickly greeted when I walked in the door, I love when that happens. I was looking for old school country. The guy had never heard of Don Williams but he was quick to help me out. He chatted with me while we browsed. We found two CD's. We continued our conversation as he finished my transaction. COOL place..

Brand new comic book shop in Florissant! Got to check out…read morethis awesome new shop today and meet the owners, Juan & Kim. Such a nice couple! Great shop, very clean. Also has a good amount of space to walk around. They also have a special Comic Cave room in the back to sort through a bunch of boxes of comic books. Besides comic books, they also have a wide variety of action figures, Funko pops, collectibles, shirts, even mugs, wall art, and more.

Came from central Illinois for my son and he was blown away! Amazing selection ranging from the…read moresmall collector to the highest level. I assume the it was the owner and he was very friendly and knowledgeable! We hadn't gotten 5 minutes down the road and he was already plotting his next trip! Thanks for an amazing expirience!

I was in St Louis from out of state and had a few minutes to check out some comic shops. This one…read morehad a nice selection, albeit a little hard to find certain ones since is was a little out of order with comics not in the right area or in the process of being added. Regardless a nice place to visit and I found a number of comics I was looking for. A Veteran discount would have been nice as a lot of comic shops I go to have that.

Very knowledgable and friendly staff. wide assortment of all things related to tabletop games like…read moreDungeons and Dragons and Magic: The Gathering.

A little place tucked in between the dollar store and Honey baked ham. I've been coming here for…read moreyears. I never find a lot of stuff, but every once in a while I will stumble upon a treasure. This place has the little booths; one for each seller. The lady behind the counter is always friendly and makes you feel welcome. To me, it's mostly garage sell stuff, but it's a fun place to just look around if you have some time. You never know what you may find. The hours are Monday-Saturday 10:00 to 8:00 and Sunday 10 to 5. Over 50 vendors.

Such a cute little place tucked away by the dollar store. They rent separate booths to each vendor,…read moreso everything is different no matter where you are looking! Every time you stop by, you're always going to find something new and exciting! If you love vintage and antiques, I highly suggesting sipping in here for a look!

Interesting place w/a chatty owner and helper. This is NOT a place for the meek, or people…read morew/difficulties walking, allergic to dust or claustrophobic. I overheard the owner tell someone that he attends many auctions and the store reflects that. It is INCREDIBLY crowded and there is stuff stacked on stuff, all the way to the ceiling. The things that have prices are way overpriced. The desk where you pay is either a hoarders dream or will trigger your worst fears! It was all too much so I just left.

This is one of the best places. Yes, there's stuff everywhere but that's what makes his shop so…read moregreat. I took my aunt from New York here who is a thrifter like me and she loved it and can't wait to come back. He only takes cash which is the downside. I wouldn't take little kids here because there is stuff everywhere and very little walking room.

Wow! What a gem! We recently received a gift certificate to this store for my son's first birthday…read more We had never been here before and were very impressed. They have a great selection, everything from seasonal (currently Easter) toys, to dress up, stuffed animals, puppets, baby toys, books, board games, tonies, art supplies and so much more! The staff were helpful and friendly but let us roam around with our toddler without feeling rushed or pressured. All of the products appeared to be good quality and we felt good shopping local rather than Amazon. We ended up purchasing a neat little book that tells an audio story. They had others that were my first Bach book, my first Mozart, my first Ballet etc. that were more musical and less story. So much neat stuff, we spent quite a while in the store and I foresee us coming back for future holidays and birthdays.

This past holiday season, my favorite shopping trips were made to Happy Up. These days, kids get…read moreso much stuff with relatively short enjoyment and/or life spans. I wanted something different for the kids in my life, even if I had to spend a little bit more. My first trip to the store, I got acquainted with the layout, and all the wonderful toys and games filling the space. The second visit, I started to narrow my shopping list. Third trip, I purchased items. The staff was there when I needed them, but didn't hover, and let me browse. There's something magical about shopping for toys you see and touch in person, reminiscing about Christmases past, and dreaming about the one to come. Thanks, Happy Up!

Let's tell you the story ... about a princess who changed everything about herself, and how it…read morebackfired in so many ways. Somewhere in the land of Illinois, in a little yonder place called "Granite City", there used to be a storage location that was simply known as "THE flea market'. 100's of vendors every weekend, it was THE place to go just for fun flea market shopping, along with the fun aesthetics of the history of route 66. It didn't matter if it was Rain, sleet, or snow, she was the belle of the Flea Market ball and everyone came to see her.... but it wasn't enough. The offer came in to buy her out and she took it. The problem was that not everyone that served under the princess wanted to move over and that those that didn't want to move were being thrown to the royal outlands! The princess set a bad tone for everyone taking the money and running... So, when she opened up her new kingdom, just being down the road, she thought everyone would welcome come running back to her. Her most loyal guards making an effort of staying with the princess, but the subjects had felt the agony of being tossed aside and vowed never again! That unfortunately is what happened to Rte 66 Flea Market. This was the place you shopped if you wanted something fun, whimsy, or just if you just wanted to make the day of perusing (and it could take a full day to peruse everyone) and all in one location. However, after wheeling and dealing they sold off the 'locker-complex' (yes think storage wars), and started rebuilding a new complex, no more than 100 feet away. This way they were able to keep their key building for their restaurant and bar (used to be known as Tina's Diner, then Rte 66 Diner, and now I don't' remember what it's called). The problem was this move was done so quickly that the vendors barely had time to even ask "what about us", as they were shown the door, with only a promise of something new. That new thing was the new Rte 66 Flea Market, same basic principle, but now with fewer vendors, and most of those were the, for the lack of a better term, long-timers, loyal guards, the ones who were set in what they sold, so finding something special or new just seemed to disappear in the wind, finding new accommodations as quickly as possible. Basically, the magic, that made Rte 66 Flea Market special, has slowly been withering away. Oh, you'll find some good shops along the way, Gary's Vintage Vinyl, The Leather Emporium (Harley jackets as far as you can see), Used appliances, even a Crystal shop, and a few others. And the Diner and Kickstart are still there (pub and diner) and they're worth stopping by just for those alone, but the "Flea Market Magic' just isn't there like it used to be. The owners do try to bring customers back, they even had a small mini-auto car show with a decent vintage classic vehicles showing off (see the Photos), and the vendors are friendly enough, but a lot of feelings were hurt of the vendors when they got told to "shut down and move", so they did. Sometimes changing things is the worst thing you can do, and Rte 66 has kind of learned this the hard way. Rumour had it that the owners were looking to buy back the original storage center, and have twice the flea market in size. It'd definitely make for one of the LARGEST flea markets in the area, but it's still hope against hope that they can bring the magic back. But we'll have to see. I'd really hope that one day Rte 66 gets back that flea market magic, but until they do, it's a very low 2*'s., but maybe someone can tell me the magic is back? But I'd still recommend a quick run by and you never know the vendors might have already made a quick change/improvement as the summer months approach

The prices were reasonable, and many sellers were willing to negotiate, making it a great place to…read morefind hidden treasures at a bargain.

My friends and I stopped here along our personal shop-hop. Built on a large plot of land on the…read moreedge of town. Well lit, much variety. Also had hand embroidery supplies. Large classroom facilities. Unique displays of fabrics. Staff was friendly, but busy. Lots to see.

It is a lovely shop with very helpful and friendly staff. I have stayed at the retreat center and…read morebought items in the shop. I think it is a wonderful place to visit and stay. The only issue is lack of internet access or even cell access...if you need to stay connected, you have to go outside or even get in your car and travel a mile or two but it is still a great place.