“I went in here when visiting LA to buy books for my kids and nephews (of varying ages). The staff were incredibly helpful and knowledgeable, and helped me pick books for each of them that were absolutely fantastic.”
“Super cool and cute place for all your blind box and trinket needs! Small space but carries so much, staff are always friendly and helpful! Here's what I ended up buying most recently.”
“One of the best automotive museums in the world. The collections change often so worth going back a few times per year. Parking is expensive ($21) in the garage.”
“Excellent personnel accompanied by leadership at the helm by an outstanding owner. In addition, Electric Dreams Slot Cars has the most outstanding selection of slot cars available. We would highly reccomend Electric Dreams Slot Cars.”
10AM - 5:30PM
10580 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles
Toy Stores
“Children's Book World has the best selection of children's books anywhere. The staff is so welcoming. Getting up close and personal with authors and illustrators is a privilege. Watching Lisa Yee and Dan Santat banter about their latest book, The Misfits, was a treat. The first pages have me hooked. As soon as I have a cup of java in hand, I'll return to The Misfits. Thanks to Children's Book World for this (and many other) wonderful experience!”
“Mega City One is amazing!! It may not look like much from the outside, but if you love comic books like me, it has mostly EVERYTHING you are looking for to meet your regular comic book fixes!! I've been going to this store for years and they rarely let me down. The owner and JON who's runs the store are incredible and have a wealth full of knowledge. Beyond that, they will go to the extra mile to make sure that your comic book needs are fullfied and you and your needs are fully taken care of. Also, Mega City One far exceeds their closest competition, that "Rotten Apple" place down the street! Forever, for me, Comic Books have always stood for "Truth, Justice and the American Way!" When I visit Mega City One, I feel like I'm stepping into the Daily Planet where hidden greatness can be found. They are so much better than President's Lex Luther's villains lair down the street. Can't recommend Mega City One's excellent customer service enough! They will take care of you and you will NOT ever be disappointed!!”
10AM - 6PM
16823 Hawthorne Blvd, Lawndale
Toy Stores
“The guys here are great! Very helpful and not rude when you ask lots of questions like most hobby shops. Thank you for helping me out and having too much stuff I need when I stop in! LOL”
“Great friendly customer service, my baby girl was very happy here making he birthdayr bear, super clean, enough space for other customers to shop as well without bumping into eachother. They are a little bit pricey but since baby turned 4 we only paid $4 for her bear and anything else was regular price. Luckily i had 2 $10 gift cards i had purchased from a couple other visits so i came out of pocket nothing for this visit. We will be returning next year for her 5th birthday!”
“First off, Oscar is incredible! I went this past Sunday and this was my first experience at a Warhammer store. Man, was it fantastic! I’m VERY new to Warhammer, but I have been into the lore and watching games for a little over a year. I paint minis from hobby boardgames and have been wanting to get into 40k for a while. Not only to paint, but to learn to play the game
Long story short, i bought my first combat patrol (Dark Angles), and I cannot be happier. I was nervous to go in, but was welcomed and made to feel very comfortable. I cannot wait to get further into 40k! Cannot wait to return to this store.
If you are thinking about getting i to Warhammer, go here!”
“This shop is definitely packed full of items, but in practice this means that they likely have what you want in stock! I found that they had several options for all the items I was looking for. I came away with everything I was looking for and more. Notably, they carry packs of disposable diapers at cheap prices, plus cloth diapers! I’ll definitely come back to purchase toys for my child or for gifts, as they carry a WIDE selection.”
“Epic toy store! They sell vintage-size dinosaurs and other cool toys :))) Plus John is so helpful in helping me find the right birthday present. He also chose a fantastic gift wrapping too and Isaac helped me check out with great enthusiasm. Love them both!! They make the toy shop fun, not just the great selection of toys.”
“We brought our kids here to celebrate their birthday by letting them pick out what they wanted. It was such a special experience!! I loved how everything was easy to see and my kids didn't make a mess by trying to pick everything up to "discover" and if they looked at something it was easy to put back. I don't know why I liked that!! There are toys for all budgets just look around! The girl working was so nice and helpful and really likes working there so that was also nice because I was asking her about their inventory! Thanks for the awesome toys!”
10AM - 6PM
1220 5th St, Santa Monica
Toy Stores
“Family favorite!!
Love discovering high quality things for all interest levels and most age ranges. Sometimes we go for dress up costumes sometimes musical instruments and always find something we can keep forever or pass down to many hands.”
“This is a HUGE toy store! So awesome. It is air conditioned inside, which was perfect on a hot day. They have a wide selection of different types of toys for all ages of babies, toddlers, kids, teens, and even adults (for example, I collect Hotwheels)! I will definitely be back. Super cool store.”
10:30AM - 5PM
747 Seward St, Los Angeles
Toy Stores
“Im a huge collector of medicom and bape etc. I was in search of a couple of collectibles and I stumbled upon these guys. I was a bit hesitant but I reached out and had them take pics for me on certain items and I was sold! Great customer service. I bought about 3 to 4 beautiful gems through out the past year or so! This last item I bought definitely took the cake! Thanks to Aaron and Emanuel. Keep it you guys ! Cheers!”
10AM - 5:30PM
10590 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles
Toy Stores
“Such a gem of a store! This is THE PLACE to go when you need to buy someone (or yourself!) a gift. I bought a baby gift here last weekend and they had such a wonderful selection, and wrapped everything so beautifully.”
“My friend and I went into the store today and had a great time. We met the manager Marissa and her staff and they were absolutely amazing. Mariesa really knows what's popular and what’s trending. Can’t wait to get back.”
“I had totally forgotten there was a store in LA, but our driver dropped us off right in front as a surprise. It was a dream come true for my daughter. Needless to say, we traveled back home with several bags filled with goodies! High quality products!!! Go get some.”
10AM - 5PM
9154 W Olympic Blvd, Beverly Hills
Toy Stores
“Very friendly and useful local baby shop. They carry the best brands and are always very helpful with installation as well. Owned by a husband and wife. Very personable and kind.”
“HYA is a gem in the West Adams neighborhood of L.A. The boutique shop offers a variety of home goods, kitchen supplies (utensils, gadgets, glassware, etc.) games (backgammon, PickUpSticks) books, and more. I visited in mid-December and there were lots of great gift ideas. Prices are reasonable and the staff I interacted with (1 of which was the owner) were very friendly, welcoming and enthusiastic and passionate about HYA. Check out my pics for some great seasonal gift ideas but so many things would make a great gift for any occasion. Also of note is the thoughtful & selection process used to determine what products are available for purchase here. Research ensuring fair-trade and sustainable sourcing, as well as, offerings from underrepresented or marginalized artisans. Also, checkout the back pantry featuring small batch homemade jams!”
“This is truly a kids dream store for realistic and detailed toys. My son (and I) really enjoy the weight, feel, realism, and durability of most of the Bruder toys. The staff was friendly and helpful- there were some discounts available for in store purchases not found online. Can't recommend this brand of toys enough! Thank you for the great service and toys!”
“Such a fun place to go to. I find so many great trinkets and art here. The store is smaller and they don’t allow more than 8 people in at a time. Keep that in mind if you’re coming with a large group.”
“Had a great experience here with the staff after I had been searching LA for authentic Sonny Angels in stock while home. My purse actually got stolen with my babies attached, Cauliflower and Sheep in their little Pochacco pouch so I’ll be back in December for sure. ?”
“Great customer service, friendly and informative. Store is on the smaller side but is fully stocked and well organized. Could use a bigger PAB wall but that might not be possible for the square footage of the location, with that said the items available were great.”
11AM - 5PM
1137 S Robertson Blvd, Los Angeles
Toy Stores
“Needed help answering some questions about a baseball player from the early 2000s named Derrek Lee so I called this place. I was super impressed with him knowing about a baseball player from the 90s early 2000s. This baseball players dad played in Japan and he grew up and went to grade school in Japan. I was confused on the regulation and “World Baseball Classic” eligibility and he knew EVERYTHING. I really needed it explained to me, I like to understand the rules and regulations even if I’m not a baseball player or collector. Thanks for helping me understand my retro video game and clarifying that he is in fact able to play for the world baseball classic Team Japan.”
“I was able to snag a PS5 Slim for my son right before the holidays, and it worked out perfectly. The pricing was solid, and the buying experience was smooth and stress-free. Staff were helpful, and everything was ready without any hassle. It made last-minute holiday shopping a lot easier than expected. I’d happily shop here again for electronics or gifts in the future.”
“Vanessa and her team turned what could have been a very stressful decision into a warm, welcoming experience. From choosing the gift to boxing and wrapping it, everything felt easy and genuinely enjoyable. Everyone was kind, helpful, and inviting, and I never felt rushed or pressured. It was honestly a great experience from start to finish.”
10AM - 10PM
10250 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles
Toy Stores
“Five Stars Aren’t Enough! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
We celebrated my daughter’s eighth birthday on Saturday, May 24th at the American Girl store in Los Angeles, and let me just say—this party was the Super Bowl of doll birthdays. We pulled up in a party bus (because why not make Barbie jealous?) and were immediately met with top-tier service and smiles that could light up a dollhouse.
Winnie, our personal shopper, was a total rockstar—imagine a fairy godmother with retail superpowers. She helped the girls each pick out their dream American Girl doll. My mother and I even purchased one for our selves! ? I got the cutest baby boy and mom, of course chose a historical doll. Winnie made each of us feel like the main character in a sparkly girl drama series!
Eddie, our server, was a food-and-fun ninja. He managed to serve the kids, the dolls, and the excited parents without breaking a sweat. Bonus points for his patience with six little giggling voices requesting refills and cake (the cake was absolutely gorgeous and delicious) at the same time!
And then there was Gabrielle—our party planner and hairstylist extraordinaire. She wrangled bows, braids, and birthday magic like a pro. If party planning were an Olympic sport, she’d be on the podium, gold medal in one hand, curling iron in the other.
Everything—from the birthday cake to the party favors-were handled with care, creativity, and genuine warmth. The girls felt like VIPs and so did their dolls (who now all want a return trip, of course).
Thank you to the whole team for making our daughter’s day unforgettable. If you’re looking for a party that will blow tiny socks off (and leave you with the cutest Instagram pics ever), this is the place.”
“I didn't know there was a Puzzle Zoo on Main till last week. I used to shop a lot at the 3rd street Promenade location. This shop on Main is small, with great selection of toys, collectibles, games, puzzles. Nice customer service, street parking. Overall, a more laid back shopping vibe! A nice discovery for me while walking around in Santa Monica recently! Great resource for gifts for peeps of all ages!”
“It's an amazing, cozy place with a great atmosphere!
I went there to buy gifts for my little boys. I wanted to bring them something that's not usual in Europe. The guy in the shop was super helpful, we spent some time looking for stuff and finally ended up with a few simple and classic toys.
My boys are absolutely happy and they keep playing with those toys. Sometimes, less is more :-)
Thanks a lot and greetings from Prague!”