The best collection of recent back issues in Queens, from what I've seen recently. The place is…read morewell organized and what you're there for is cheap basement back issues, but don't expect to see many things pre 2000s in the bins (just on the walls). Still, worth a look.

Friendly, helpful staff. Tons of back issues. Higher priced books are organized alphabetically…read more .$99 books are not organized but older ones are divided into DC, Marvel and various independent publishers. There are even boxes for young readers. Upstairs there are toys, boxes , bags and boards. There are trades as well. They are priced reasonably. They aren't organized but it's fun to browse.

Butala is a great place to pick up Indian handicrafts, books on yoga and Hinduism, prayer items,…read moreutensils, etc. I frequented their Manhattan location for years but recently discovered they had closed down that store permanently. My guess is the sales did not offset the high rents. It is likely that this Queens location might come under a similar pressure. It is a large store, well-stocked and clean. The service is friendly but I find their knowledge of the inventory is lacking. Their collection of books, especially the Amar Chitra Katha comic books that I was raised on, is quite unique. Unlike with a grocery store, this is an episodic business and customers visit the store infrequently. But if I am in the market for Indian merchandise, I will be sure to check out Butala. An excellent resource for New Yorkers, although I realize the Manhattan location was too good to be sustainable.

This very nice place, the customer service was excellent, very helpful, amazing selection of…read morereligious artifacts, statues, accessories books, I am so happy found this store!

The scent of smoke is everywhere so it's kind of hard to breathe. Note: ring the bell to enter,…read morehold the key button to leave. Dead or dying plants everywhere. Lots of great figurines. Probably an Internet cafe in the back, but it was too sus to enter. Definitely selling the "Black Market" name. Came for One piece, didn't find much.

From the owner: comic store ， anime store flushingread more

Anime Castle in Flushing is a fantastic stop for anime fans, tucked away just outside the main…read moredowntown bustle. True to its name, it's a treasure trove filled from floor to ceiling with manga, figures, and all sorts of collectibles. Once inside, the selection is impressive for the space. They carry a ton of manga at decent prices, and I saw a great range of figures, plushies, and model kits in the back section. For card collectors, they sell trading card game packs at MSRP, including popular series like One Piece. The staff are super friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. If you're looking for something specific or need a gift idea, don't hesitate to ask them. The store is open daily, but hours can vary, with doors typically opening around noon. It's the perfect spot to browse when you're in the area, especially if you're looking for something a bit more specialized than what you'd find in a mainstream store. For a deep dive into anime merch without leaving Queens, Anime Castle is well worth the visit.

Stopped here while in Queens. What a great Anime Shop. A huge selection of book, toys and odds and…read moreends. The employees are knowledgeable and helpful. If you are looking for Anime this is the place to go!

My husband frequents this store whenever we're in the area. They have endless selection of Korean &…read moreJapanese (translated into Korean) anime and all kinds of books that you can borrow for 2 bux a piece! Most places usually charge $2.5 or $3 a book to borrow. If you're borrowing one book, it really doesn't matter, but if you're borrowing like 10-20 books at a time, it makes a difference. I don't know how they fit all those books in the small store! But they do! If you have some time to kill, not a bad idea to stop by and read there too.