Toy Stores in Wilmington, DE

“The advent of online shopping is slowly killing the small store, so to find one still in operation is such a rarity and a real blast of nostalgia for people within a certain age bracket. The owner tries to open up by 12:00 most days and having reached a venerable age serving the model enthusiasts of his community has certainly earned the right to this eccentricity. For a relatively small property there is a good stock to browse through. Being a tourist from the UK I can hardly become a regular customer, but I can at least urge any model makers in the Chadds Ford ,Pa area to pay a visit, chat with the owner for a while and buy a few items however small. One day soon we will no longer be able just go look for something interesting and talk with someone of such experience.”

“This establishment has done plenty to reinvigorate my interest in cómic books with Cobra Commander #1 by Image/Skybound. I could go into a detailed 5-star review of that brilliant update on a franchise villain, but that is another story. Whoever the cashier was between 12 and 1 on January 17, 2024 was also quite friendly and professional. After you are done exploring this place, go check out the neighboring Hibachi Chinese Buffet. They have a great deal for vegans with their avocado sushi and garlic-marinated eggplant.”

“I love this place. Very clean. Lots of books and magazines. My only gripe is the escalators. Sometimes they work. Other times they become stairs lol. They have a huge kid section on the 2nd floor if you have kids. I wish their horror selection was bigger and their Paranormal section. Other than that it's awesome. Excellent service too. Very friendly and helpful staff. The bathrooms are on the second floor in your left hand side when you get off the escalator. They got good food at the lil cafe downstairs. It's also on the left hand side. They also have games, toys, action figures etc. They also have DVDs and Blu rays upstairs on the right hand side. They also have a travel section thats by the cookbooks. Kinda behind the escalators. That's all I got for now.”

“EVERY visit is splendid and I feel welcomed and assisted by the lovely ladies of Claire's! Cheyanne and Nina are an absolute joy and I never hesitate to visit another store when I am in need of a wonderful experience and variety of jewelry! Ya'll are the best!”

“trading card stores have a certain vibe to them. Usually on the smaller side, often smelling of BO from years of customers. I’ve been to the AU Yugioh regionals in Philly over the years and they’ve always been run well. Coming to AU Wilmington felt just the same. Deals table as you walk in. Singles case is priced well with a date listed from when the price was put up. Prices are fair and their selection of sleeves is standard albeit they were out of Dragon Shield Classic Whites when I came in. Top loader provided for free when you purchase cards from the singles case. Staff is knowledgeable and friendly as well. This store having no yugioh locals on weekends was a bit whack but maybe that’s just the player base ?
*Realized I reviewed another AU store-accidentally at first * as not from the area”

“Nice prices, super organized, staff is very helpful & friendly. Will definitely be back to shop for my 7 month old son & 2 nieces due in October & December!! :)”