Terrific selection of board games, figures, dice. Huge room for games. Very friendly staff. We'll…read morebe buying our games here on the future!

The shop had so many paints and accessories for miniatures that I haven't seen anywhere else! Staff…read morewere very friendly and it was a very pleasant experience. I wish I lived closer so I could go more often! One of the best game stores I have ever been to, I highly recommend checking it out!

I am in the position that I have alot of HO/N/Lionel/ HO Traction /N Traction trains and probably…read morehave enough by any one's estimation so I am VERY careful about train acquisitions. I really like an old fashioned multi hobby heavy on trains with expert repair service but with really nice and helpful knowledgeable trustworthy and respectful employees. I have just described Desplaines Hobby Shop. What you give up with a shop like this is any discount which is the price you pay for a really good hobby shop with trains stocked in depth. What you gain is the kind of shop that you can refer friends and families to and know that they will always be treated with respect and given accurate advice and guidance on trains regardless of their level of knowledge in the hobby. I have purchased both brass and plastic from them as well as modeling supplies. Their repair service is top flight and in fact they will often tell you how you can fix your problem yourself absolutely gratis. Without a doubt this is the one and only hobby shop I patronize and would recommend it to anyone. They are a monument to the days when Chicago was full of great hobby shops like Hobby City, Al's and Chicagoland that are all gone, Des Plaines Hobby is the last great hobby shop standing

I had often visited this establishment nearly thirty years ago when I was big into model trains,…read morebefore moving away. I recently moved back into the area, and was looking for paint for a couple of model projects. Judging by their website, I was under the impression that they were mainly trains, but they had the paint I was looking for, so I stopped in and was pleasantly surprised to see that they carried a wide selection of of other items including plastic model kits. The staff was very courteous and helpful, especially the older gentleman who brought me a shopping basket when he saw the growing number of paint bottles I was holding. As it turned out, they were having a store wide sale which meant I was able to get what I needed for a savings on what I had expected to pay when I walked in the door. I will definitely be returning.

I appreciate having access to craft supplies, economical t-shirts, and gift items. The POSCA…read moremarkers that I use as a professional artist are locked up and the staff is usually quick to respond to me pushing the doorbell to get them. The cashier area staff are always very friendly and helpful--I couldn't get my coupon to scan once and the other time, the sensitive self checkout scanned multiple times. There is only one self checkout that takes cash so I learned to help direct traffic around me awkwardly. Overall, happy it is here!

Michael's always has a good selection of home goods, flowers and arts and crafts. This store is…read morealways well stocked, and organized. Service is always available and helpful. There are often coupons available, so check out their app or website .

I'm nine and my mom is letting me write this on her yelp account. Pastimes is super good if you're…read morelooking for Pokémon, Magic, or comics! The staff are really nice. They have a range of stuff from $1-$1500. They have small packs and big 100 card boosters! There are also events. It's perfect for card and comic lovers!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Wow! Tucked inside the Golf Mill Mall near the movie entrance is a gem - one of a kind gamers…read moreparadise that sells comics, games, action figures and best of all holds card and game tournaments in the back of the store. It's really a gamers paradise and you can find here rare comic books, vintage games and toys that will delight both children and adults. The store is neatly organized, and very well lit - qualities conducive to a good treasure hunt.

This business is now closed forever & gone. I still remember when the guy behind the counter told…read moreme he would call to notify me a $250 witch king ring would be there.....he never called.

We have gift cards for this store and it's disappointing they were even sold considering they have…read moreclosed. We can't even order online. Highly disappointing.

They were very professional and fair. They took the time to evaluate the collections that I sold to…read morethem.

I've bought and sold to CCC. Honest place, good prices, staff willing to take time to chat.read more

Sorry I meant to add this review 15 years ago. I think they are no longer in the SF location. But…read moreit was great, kind of a basement setup. Be aware, they no longer are right by rainbow grocery, I think they are near that pet resort across the bay now. Well past the bay. You gotta take I-80 past the bridge but keep going past Emeryville and Vallejo. It's pretty much like right after that, but gotta go through Davis past Tahoe. Drive for like maybe another 2000 miles until you get to Iowa, but if you hit the city you went too far. But it's by the pet hotel. I think it's a nice location, they had to get out of the bay to get a bigger spot but they still ship to Cali. Shopping there was the difference between endless anguish teaching myself screen printing, and actually being able to do it. Thanks guys. Good luck

I rarely leave reviews but Anthem is really efficient and the staff is great. I placed an order…read moremorning of and Carol without hesitation help get my order within hours because I really needed it asap. Thank you again Carol and Anthem

I had a very bad experience here. The person working here was extremely rude and was not…read moreknowledgable about coins or the antiques in the store. Avoid this place and seek out more reputable coin and antique shops.

I recently sold a gold coin to The Coin Shop and Antiques. I was very happy with my experience…read more They paid a fair price and I had no issues at all. I highly recommend them. Very happy!

My husband heard very positive things about Geek Toy Hut so we stopped in on a Sunday afternoon…read more They definitely thrive in the action figure market but also have comics, pokemon cards, funko pops, and more. We came specifically to look at funko pops which they had a decent amount of. Most were commons but priced extremely fair. The organization of them could have been a bit better. The staff members were friendly and helpful. Definitely make it a point to stop out if you're looking for collectable items!

This is a reply back to the owner's accusation. When we were there, we were the only ones in the…read morestore, weekday after school. No one was there and you and your partner didn't even say hello when we came in. And this is not the first time. The other times I ignored it, but when my kid's interest and obsession is dismissed, you'll end up with no customers. I know you have kids and wouldn't want them to be ignored, dismissed, or talked down to. My kid loved coming to this store but it's one of many, and last visit was our last. The owner has an attitude problem because one day he's all happy and acts like you're a family. And the next day he's rude and brushing off kids' questions and interests. Was very upset when my kid asked a question about some collectible products and the owner rudely brushed him off. My kid was very upset and so disappointed.