Collector's Paradise is more or less a classic comic book shop featuring new and backissues,…read moregraphic novels, posters, pins, and many other things. The emphasis, though, is primarily new and recent comics. Passing through on a rainy afternoon I was pleased to find its location is near a few important stops in Pasadena, and there's some parking available in the private lot. I was mostly there to check out the selection and see if they specialized in anything unique. Not to say they don't, but it's still a well-stocked store. I was the only customer and enjoyed the classic jazz playing in the background. Pro Tip: Most established comic shops have subscription plans paid annually, or one-time up front. A customer goes through Comic Book Geek to pick their titles and sometimes preferred cover art, and the shop pulls their requests and holds them until the customer picks up the stash.

Today was another visit to the best comic book store in LA! I came in on May 24th around 2pm for…read morefree comic book day promotion to pick up some graphic novels. Its a great feeling to see people in there shopping for comics and having the same interest. What's great about Collector's Paradise is that they celebrate free comic book day for the entire month of May with great deals and sales to take advantage of. Continue the good work.

Needoh hunting was a success…read more The dinosaur store is probably one of the best store I have ever walked into for kids. Always organized, clean staff is helpful and polite I love this place.

I was shopping for a graduation gift for my grandson. The dinosaurs are his favorite, so this was a…read moreno brainer! I found the store is larger than their frontage appears. Besides dinosaurs, there were girl's toys, Demon Hunter toys and several kid's books. The most fantastic thing is there is free gift wrapping and kind staff. Something unique I've never seen is that there is a stepstool at the register for kids to see the entire transaction; such a great idea!

While shopping for mofusand toys online, my search lead me to Top Canvas. For those of you who love…read moretoys and collectibles, this store offers a wide variety of merchandise. Located on the corner of Main Street and Garfield Ave, it is a great place to visit while going for a stroll in the heart of downtown Alhambra. Plenty of great eateries and cinemas in the vicinity as well. A free parking garage is conveniently accessible right behind the shop, in addition to street parking. Although the shop is small, they were able to feature hundreds of items without it being overwhelming. As a newbie to the current line of collectibles, Top Canvas serves as a great introduction to the new trend. As I walked in, a young woman politely greeted me and offered me assistance. Upon request, she promptly directed me to the Mofusand plushies and a wall of keychains. She took down the plushies from the shelves, so I could take a good look at all of them. And then, I spotted one very adorable Hello Kitty plushie holding a strawberry which totally makes a great Valentine's Day gift. For less than twenty bucks, I quickly secured my choice and went on to explore the rest of the shop. The average prices range from $9.99 to $29.99, so you can build up your collections without breaking the bank. Top Canvas is a great place for buying gifts on a budget, as they offer so many cute things for under $20. I also purchased 2 Lokiki blind box plushies as gifts. The gift recipient seems to love it, because it's always fun to open up a blind box. She totally adores her Lokiki plushie. Without a doubt, the highlight of my visit is the wall of Mofusand keychains! At $9.99 each, big or small, these are just too darn cute to pass up. I want them all!! Some of the more expensive and fragile collectibles are showcased behind glass. Great for avid collectors!! Tired of shopping on Amazon like me?? Then support your local business and come to Top Canvas. It's so much more fun to go shopping at a brick-and-mortar store where one can actually physically feel and touch what they're buying.

Top Canvas is one of many collectible stores in Alhambra and this store specializes in various…read moreblind boxes, anime figures, and plushies. There is a free public parking structure behind the store. Some of their blind boxes are slightly cheaper than same boxes at other similar collectible stores. The anime selection is above average and there's a giant Capsule Corp background (from Dragon Ball) and a giant Luffy figure (from One Piece) to take pictures with. The One Piece trading card vending machine was out of service at the time of my visit. This is one of those stores that is great to at least stop by for those who are into anime or Sanrio plushies. Personally, I still prefer Ebisu Life Store a bit better. P.S. - Due to limited availability of pennies, cash totals are rounded to the nearest $0.05.

Way too cluttered disorganized…read more and a personal wheelchair cannot get around. Had stuff falling on me and almost had the big hello Kitty block me from exiting

I love hello kitty but man is this place over priced small plushies $50 and up over crowded can't…read morereally see much I mean tiny notebooks $8 come on now . I looked up the plush I wanted an it was $25 elsewhere and yes made in china as well. Place needs to get cleaned up more organized and dusted.

A hidden gem - well, not so hidden, but I never noticed it all this time that it's been here! Shop…read moreopened up two years ago. The owner Millie is super sweet. I wandered in and was welcomed by her two little girls. It was a whole experience. It felt like I walked into a little girl's side quest or day dream. Come here if you're looking for a gift for your friend's kids. That's why I was here. You'll definitely find something - maybe even for yourself! (I did, couldn't help myself.)

Such a cute little boutique to shop at. I stop by here every now and then to see what they have,…read morebecause it's all things cute! I never leave the store empty handed because there's always something trendy and worth the visit! The owner is sweet and the staff is always helpful every time I come in. You should definitely drop by, it's also by the famous coffee shop Mandarin so it's a win win! I'll be coming by regularly :)

When in need of a traditional toy store... look no further. We went this past Saturday (we being my…read moregrandkids and me). Let's face it, there aren't any toy stores anymore, which is a bummer for the little ones. So I went here and Man, oh Man WOW they have all the good stuff!! Although I will comment that some of the Barbies looked... off. This place isn't cheap either, but thank goodness, they are still open. Bring your kids in and let them see the toys on the shelves and pick out the one they 'JUST HAFTA HAVE' Kites, puzzles, Barbie dolls, all sorts of trucks and toy cars, Legos, stuffed animals, and plenty more. There are also the coin-operated kiddie rides here too. Respectfully Reviewed

During Octoberfest in Montrose, this place had the best display of toys in their window…read more It was so noticeable that we stopped to admire their grand display of unique toys. I know I'll be back to shop here.

I've visited Bricks & Minifigs Pasadena multiple times, and every visit has been consistently…read moregreat. The staff is knowledgeable, friendly, and genuinely passionate about LEGO. My kids love digging into the mix bins and building whatever they imagine, and the store has always been incredibly welcoming about it. We've never been pressured to buy anything or rushed out -- it's always a relaxed, positive experience. I'm planning to bring in some unopened sets to sell, and I appreciate that they offer that option. Some reviews mention low offers, but as any Pawn Stars fan knows, an item is only worth what someone is willing to pay. Overall, this store has been nothing but enjoyable for my family.

My son and I love sitting down to chat and build a Lego set. Some of my best memories with him. We…read morealso love creating new ideas with the massive collection we have accumulated over the years. This store was a good spot to stop when we had an idea but needed like 10 of a specific brick or like a cool looking wall from another set. We will never be back. The franchise corporation allegedly stole another man's giant collection and refused to pay him or return the sets. They do it because they can and fighting them would be too costly in time and money for the guy they allegedly stole from. My son and I weren't going to spend 10's of thousands of dollars, but we were going to spend plenty. I think there are tons of people like me out there that are forever gone unless everything is made right and there are major changes in leadership....I think corporate misjudged the cost/benefit of thievery in the age of the internet.

I'm a Pokemon fan and CoreTCG has by far the best selection and prices in the SGV. Very very…read morereasonable pricing! The staff are also friendly and helpful. Love this place!

Visited CoreTCG for the first time and had a great experience. Darwin provided excellent customer…read moreservice--he was knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely kind throughout my visit. He took the time to answer my questions and made everything easy to navigate, which I really appreciated as a first-time customer. Prices were also very fair, with some items even discounted compared to what I've seen online and at other stores. Overall, a really solid shop with great service. I'll definitely be back.