Toy Stores in Chico, CA

“Wonderful little comic book store. They have a surprising large selection of comics and if you can't find something the owners are very proactive in ordering it for you. The owners are some of the nicest most knowledgeable people I have come across in a comic book store. Jason's passion for comics is very obvious when he talks about his business and the comics he read years ago. Michelle is knowledgeable and very kind. She recommended me a very fascinating series after giving her just a few details about the types of comics I am interested in. I definitely recommend stopping by this place for any comic book or board game needs. their trading card selection is a bit small, but that isn't their primary focus, so it is understandable.”

“Always something interesting.

Compact showroom, with loose brick to rummage through, and new and used sets, but a huge backroom. If you need it they have a good chance of having it.”

“Wonderful experience, excellent selection, very helpful for grandparents too ☺️ Thank you everyone at this store for bringing such a wonderful resource for families.”

“Huge toy store, old-timey & whimsical, with every little doodad & gadget that make little my GenX heart flutter in nostalgia, & also offering local touristy souvenirs &, perplexingly, a large selection of high-quality Hawaiian shirts‽ Very friendly staff. A joy to visit, for kids ages 1-99!

Bonus: the National Yo-Yo Museum sits unassumingly in the very back! Tiny altar to the humble yoyo, embedded & almost seemingly forgotten in the back of a huge old-timey toy store, Bird in Hand, with an impressive collection showing off the evolution of the toy—including the gigantic 256-lbs wooden monster that was twirled off a construction crane!

I especially appreciate the focus on the Filipino roots of the phenomenon & the name. Pinoy representation!”

“I visit Once Upon a Child frequently, both to sell and shop, and every time I'm impressed by the kindness and professionalism of the staff. They’re always so welcoming, accommodating, and efficient—it truly makes the experience smooth and enjoyable.

As someone who also purchases from them, I really appreciate the high standards they maintain when selecting items. Everything is clean, organized, and thoughtfully displayed. It’s clear they care about quality and customer satisfaction.

Grateful to have such a reliable, friendly place in the community. Highly recommend to anyone looking to buy or sell gently used kids' items!”