This store is an absolute goldmine if you are a vintage video game enthusiast! The owner (Oddie and…read moreCandy) are exceptionally nice people willing to "wheel and deal" because you can even trade in your old stuff for shop credit. In addition to video games, you will find CDs, DVDs, comics, action figures, assorted toys knives, trinkets and a slew of other odds and ends. Do yourself a solid and check this place out to support small businesses and save yourself some cash in the process!

The kind of selection you normally wouldn't see for 30+ miles. Local businesses rarely have this…read moremuch passion put into them. If you don't stop by, you're missing out.

Sorry to hear Dennis passed away. He was a nice guy, knew his stuff and had fun doing what he did…read more RIP Dennis

Scammers!! Record store day 2025 they had all of the records behind the counter and an old lady was…read morechecking ebay prices and then charge you that price. WTF!! I'm not shopping ebay I'm at your store!

I can't say enough good things about the team at Michiana Sports Cards. I brought in a bulk…read morecollection of 90s Pokémon cards, and from the moment I walked in, the staff was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive. They took the time to carefully evaluate everything, gave me a very competitive offer, and even provided detailed market values for the cards--which I later cross-checked and found to be more than fair. What really set them apart was the guidance they offered. They helped me understand which cards were truly worth grading, walked me through the PSA submission process, and even assisted in getting the graded cards listed on an auction service to maximize my return. The level of care and professionalism throughout the entire experience was outstanding. If you're looking to sell, trade, or just get honest advice, Michiana Sports Cards is hands down the place to go. Super friendly, completely transparent, and incredibly helpful from start to finish.

Wow is really the only word. If you want to get lost in the book stacks this is the placee to go…read more A huge selection of used books in every genre. Some new books. Lots of toys, stuffies and accesories (book marks, stickers, pins, etc). A book lovers paradise

If they don't have it they'll order it. If it's old or new, popular or obscure, they probably have…read moreit. You can get lost in the rows and shelves. And isn't that the point of books? I love this bookstore for being more than a bookstore. Tom and the entire staff are fantastic.

The people were amazing, great everywhere seeing the past in our present felt amazing and very…read moreinteresting and i would definitely come back just to hang around !

Lots of fun; nice selection of quality music; fun grab-bag areas for low-cost vinyl, CD (no tapes…read morethat I saw); lots of older turntables and speakers as well as multi-control music systems available; owner very personable but not intrusive on shoppers, sitting in back and spinning his own records on two turn-tables w pleasantly loud music playing throughout one room store, a few laser/disco-ball lights but not distracting. Fun old-style music store, which owner said was his goal of recreating good memories from his youth (looks like probably a gen-x-er). Again - lots of fun browsing and found a few things to take home.

What a wonderful find! My bf and I randomly stumbled in on a snowy, wintery day as we had gotten…read moretoo cold during our adventuring but I am always happy to check out bookstores! I was surprised to see so many things on sale for 50% off when we stopped in! I bought a book for myself and a board book for my baby nephew for $17 total, after the 50% discount. I regret not stocking up on graphic novels while they were half off! I doubt this discount will exist the next time I stop in... Brain Lair Books also hosts about 7 different book clubs - I'll be joining the romance one when I move here in a year-ish. The bookseller on staff the day we stopped in was also so kind and very funny! Make sure to stop by this well-curated, local bookstore next time you find yourself in the South Bend area!

Wow is all I can say. How could I be so lucky to stumble across this gem. Back in the day when I…read morelived in South Bend this location was a hardware store with a neighborhood grocery store next door. Kathy, the owner took time to greet me and my sister and chat with us. We're both book lovers and we're impressed with the selection. I brought my friend back hours later who is also a book lover along with my two nieces. Again, Kathy was very personable, shared why she opened the bookstore. There is something for everyone here. There's even a little nook with a pillow seat for me and my niece to read a book together. You have to check this place out. If you don't live books you know someone who does so why not support a small business. We all left with a book!

We are always in search of used book stores, something that is getting harder to find all the time…read more While visiting the University of Notre Dame we did a YELP search and found Erasmus ... and what a find it was. Now for those avid readers looking for an orderly used book store ... you might have to look elsewhere. But if you are looking for a book store with thousands of used books ... with only a basic framework to the organization of inventory ... this is your place. Set in an old cottage-style home that has been granted Landmark Status in this residential neighborhood, there are books everywhere ... in the basement, on the first floor, and supposedly in each and every room. Most of the books are on shelves, but many are in assorted stacks. The owner/manager of the place is a wonder all to himself. Friendly and outgoing, he actually does know where the major genres are in his layout, and he can help you get close to what you seek. The rest is up to you. The owner is always buying additional used books to flesh out the collection, so that could be a thing for those that are interested. On the buy side, if the owner doesn't have it ... he can probably find you what you want. The store is also complemented with a wonderful old watchdog that is almost on his last legs ... but he will get up and greet you if you have a few minutes. He adds to the overall ambience of this historic building. Now for those that have forgotten: Erasmus was a Dutch humanist, Catholic theologian, and pioneering philologist (philology being the study of literary texts and oral and written records) and we assume the source of the store's name. All in all this was a great stop on our visit ... and we'll be sure to do it again.

Used bookstore with plenty to choose from as each room is filled with books, books, books. We…read moreenjoyed exploring, chatting with the owner, and loving on Claus, the resident aging pup.

The Owner and all her employees are super friendly and helpful. They are willing to spend whatever…read moretime is necessary to find the right book. I highly recommend visiting!

Truly wonderful bookstore. It felt like I was looking at 40% of the books on my shelves and 60% of…read morethe books of someone whom I deeply admire. Excellent selections and very orderly, but warm merchandising. The service was great and personable. I am absolutely thrilled that this store is so close and is so well run.