“i’m new to the RC hobby & seen this shop was local , had to check them out. Henry & Jason both friendly guys very welcoming , had gotten multiple parts swapped out my tamiya RC henry is great at what he does & id definitely recommend this hobby shop. lots of options to choose from. Definitely my GoTo hobby shop”
“As the author of The Grant Colson Thriller Series and SERA Archives thriller novels, I always enjoy visiting standout bookstores, and Barnes & Noble in Calabasas at The Commons is a beautiful location.
The store has a strong two-story design with escalators leading up to the second level. The layout feels open and inviting, with a warm interior that makes it easy to settle in and spend time browsing.
One of the standout features is the manga section. It’s large and well stocked, and it really draws attention when you walk through. The mystery and thriller wall is also nicely set up, with a good range of titles and a clean presentation.
The café is a great space, with a mural of famous authors that adds character and makes it a comfortable place to sit and read. I always enjoy seeing my own book on the shelf here, which adds a personal touch to the visit.
The surrounding Commons area is upscale and well maintained, and parking is fairly easy with plenty of space available.
I also spent some time in the romance section while working on The Maui Desire Romance Series, and it’s a well-organized area that fits nicely alongside the rest of the store.
Overall, it’s a bright, welcoming Barnes & Noble in Calabasas with a great layout, strong selection, and a comfortable atmosphere that makes it easy to come back.”
“I was here last weekend for the PSA event, and this place was solid. It’s more than just a regular comic shop. They have comics, toys, TCG stuff, and enough space to actually host events without it feeling thrown together. The shop had a good collector vibe, and it felt like a place built for people who are really into the hobby, not just casual browsing.
The PSA event was the main reason I went, and I appreciated having something like that available locally instead of having to deal with everything by mail. Overall, cool shop, good setup, and definitely a place I’d come back to for comics, cards, or future events.”
“Here’s a short version of the review: if you’re not selling your gold, silver, precious metals, grandma‘s antiques, your dowry inheritance and more to Goldcoast...You’re getting ripped off.
This is the ONLY place that pays... GENEROUSLY. I was a Secret/Mystery Shopper over a decade for hotels, fine dining, retail boutiques and prestigious department stores. I do NOT get paid to do this Google Review. I’m sharing this hot tip to help you because people are getting ripped off, especially since the price of gold and silver has gone through the roof!
I’ve been going to Goldcoast Coin Exchange since 2018. I wish I would have found them sooner. I used to work in the neighborhood...but now I drive over an hour to go there and it is well worth it! I’ve also sent over a dozen of my family and friends there and they are THRILLED. This is my Happy Place. It’s a great place to buy things. It’s a great place to trade your gold in for TOP DOLLAR... It’s the ONLY place that is not going steal from you AND give you killer deals... I’ve been to hundreds of pawnshops and coin stores all over Southern and Central California... I’ve been doing this a LONG time.
I had to pay my dues but I’m GIVING AWAY my absolute best secret in the world for buying fine jewelry, coins, bars and for $ELLING GOLD, SILVER and more. Lisa and her family are 3rd generation Numismatic EXPERTS, but also the most honest decent, highest, paying people you will deal with hands down!
If you are a collector, novice, want to become an investor and take advantage of the market changes or just LOVE a killer deal THIS IS THE PLACE”
“Such an awesome place. Go in and meet the owner, what a talented humble and generous guy. Tons of beautiful handmade leather art pieces. Great products tools and wide selection of leather.”
11AM - 6PM
19640 Ventura Blvd, Tarzana
Hobby Shops
“My son comes for Pokémon cards and it’s the highlight of his day. Every day we drove by and saw the sad note of the passing of the previous owner. We weren’t sure what was gonna happen. It’s hard to find companies that are genuine and serve their communities. We were delightfully surprised to see that the strong management is continuing. I was teaching him the value of money, and the staff was very attentive and supportive. We liked the little tribute in the corner to the old owner and it appears the staff is in good hands. I would highly recommend if you’re doing something in this arena. Come on by and check them out.”
“Great store with great customer service the workers are always very informative.this time of year they have everything for Christmas wrapping bags bows decorations ?”
“Great guy! Great atmosphere, was going to order online but decided to stop here and check things out. So glad I did and wanted to support a local business. Don definitely knows his stuff and has awesome instagram videos of what he does! Thanks again!”
“Great place, knife sharping was quick without any problems, owner was a nice welcoming guy. This store is really unique with great prices on shirts, and a cool vibe.”
“I love coming to Fire&Dice for Pokemon tournaments. The staff is always extremely friendly and accommodating! Their new location feels spacious without being overwhelming. Highly recommend if you are looking for Pokemon/Magic/etc cards.”
“Today my husband and I and my son Joseph is visiting from New Orleans stopped in here to look around and see what was new and fun items to buy I love the store it is all year round Christmas store so many fun interesting items to enjoy and look at”
“I’ve been here a few times now. I took my bracelet back and I changed out a few beads and put on a new sterling silver cross . I can’t tell you how unbelievably fun it was to spend time drifting around the stores looking at everything🥰 Diane Helped me and she went above and beyond with sizing, and she strung all the beads for me - 100% worth it! It took me an hour to get there , I don’t care. I’m gonna go back again.☺”
“Got in there got what I needed and came out maybe I went in at a really good time store was clean it was cool Not a lot of shoppers at the time customer service was friendly Service was quick.”
10:30AM - 5PM
8700 Reseda Blvd Suite 219, Northridge
Hobby Shops
“First time doing business here and it went smooth. I sold some graded baseball cards and the owner gave me a fair deal. Many shops will brush you off, but here I felt as if he treats everyone equally and takes the time to check out what you have. There's also a good variety of cards, figures, memorabilia, art, etc. Prices are very good here for individual and/or boxes.”
“This is my 2 son’s favorite card shop. The people that work there are so friendly and caring. They go out of their way to give my kids an incredible experience. They are also very knowledgeable and have awesome cards. Highly recommend !!”
“I love this store but Saturdays are pretty busy and I couldn't get help at the fabric cutting counter, which is why im not giving it a 5. I left without the fabric.”
“Always Gaming is a fantastic local card shop with a warm, mom-and-pop feel. I often join their Riftbound events on Fridays, thanks to their friendly hours and strong community. Beverly, Tom, and Jim are always there, happy to chat and build that welcoming, social atmosphere where every visit feels like the start of a new story.”
“Good selection of r/c stuff, and a decent inventory of Moto gear. My friend got an excellent deal on an Associated truck here the other day. There's definitely lots to look at here, with some very trick custom builds they have as well. Owner is very cool, knows his stuff, and was friendly. Also, they have a lot of parts in stock, and his prices are great. I was particularly happy to see how much Red-Cat racing parts they have. Will definitely be going back. Neat shop for sure.”
“Mirna was very helpful and professional. The phone was going off, a million customers were asking a million questions and she seamlessly helped each customer in order, made sure the other staff had all their questions answered and was pleasant and professional the entire time. Very impressive.”