“Nice gift shop with a good assortment of items and a very friendly owner! We got to hear about the origins of The Knotty Elephant book and the connection the owner's father, the author, had with the elephants that were the inspiration. Well worth a visit if you're in the area.”
“This place is adorable. The workers are very nice and helpful. Their selection of toys are very interesting and fun for kids. Good place for gifts plus free gift wrapping.”
“Overall fun family experience to visit! We made tiny LEGO versions of ourselves for 3/$9.99. it was fun picking out the head accessories and clothes! Lots of LEGO models to choose from and buy!
The only complaint is they need to turn on the AC! The place was so hot it was hard to think.”
9:30AM - 5:30PM
1029 Great Plain Ave, Needham
Toy Stores
“I remember this pace when I was a kid and lived on Webster St. I visited recently with my two yr old daughter from London UK. She loved it and I purchased a little more than expected?”
“Visited and bought some books, Vallejo paint, and an Eevee mini for the wife. It was a packed store with a lot of fun finds! Prices are fairly priced for most of the store and I'm sure there are gems if you look ahead enough!”
“Went in today Dec 30 2023. The girls working there were phenomenal. They assisted me in finding the perfect gift for a friend, a very nice chess set. I will be back for sure”
“Really inviting, friendly staff, and well-kept. I loving stopping in here whenever I'm around, and it's a wonderful place to play magic and meet nice people.”
“Awesome store, very bright and clean with a good selection of board games and card games as well as accessories.
Staff there is amazing and were very helpful and organized.”
10AM - 6PM
488 Main St, Melrose
Toy Stores
“Stopped in for a last minute birthday gift and the staff was super helpful recommending the perfect gift for a 4 year old! Great selection of toys and crafts with a book section as well. They also gift wrap!”
11AM - 7PM
349 Newbury St, Boston
Toy Stores
“Such a fun experience! The employees were super nice and went out of their way to show me products that weren't even on display. I left with things that I loved (all Pokemon products).There are a ton of Studio Ghibli things, so definitely stop by if you like that. I was surprised to see that they had Ponyo merch. Haven't seen that anywhere!”
“This is a genuine local toy store. The owners are very friendly and helpful. They always have this year's hot toy, plus many traditional favorites. Easy parking at the Y next door.”
“Such a sweet place with a wonderful selection of toys and cutesy items. I stopped in to find a gift for a family member who was getting out of the hospital and found the perfect thing.”
10:30AM - 5PM
663 E Broadway, Boston
Toy Stores
“I love this store ! they have such high quality clothing! I buy my nephew clothing here for his birthday and the holidays. The people working here have always been so helpful as well!”
“We had a great experience today at your store. We were assisted by Luka and they did an amazing job. My boys thought they were so funny and sweet. Thank you so much!”
“First off, the owner is one of the friendliest people I've ever met. He was incredibly generous with my son and courteous with my family. You can tell he takes great pride in his business. That alone is worth the visit.
It's a small store, but packed wall-to-wall and floor-to-ceiling with an awesome selection of video games, toys, books, and other gaming stuff. A great selection of retro games, including Japanese games, complete games with boxes and manuals, and repro games. It's definitely one of the best game stores I've been to. If you're looking for some rarely seen games at very good prices, this is a great place to check out.”
“This shop is a gem in Roslindale! When possible, I tend to do most of my shopping locally. Spending money in there community ensures that is stays in the community.As the seasons change, so do the available items here. In the spring, I buy some seeds for the garden. The summer months have products more associated with that. As we head into autumn and winter, the focus shifts toward the holiday season. I always buy some Christmas gifts here for various family and friends.The store is always busy during Small Business Saturday and the holiday markets.They stock a variety of items such as cards, jewelry, home decor, clothing, and lots of localy-themed items such as coasters, towels, and glassware.Everyone who works there is extremely helpful and takes the time to talk with me. This is something that you generally don't get in a large chain store.In conclusion, this is a great store and comes highly recommended by me!”
“I’ve been shopping here for years. There is never a shortage of options for thoughtful, unique and often local gifts. The store is a delight to explore and it is owned and staffed by delightful humans.”
“I visited looking for greeting cards, and was pleased to find an excellent selection. The store is the largest Paper Store I've ever seen, and I'll return whenever I need the types of products they offer.”
10AM - 7PM
17 White St, Cambridge
Toy Stores
“A really cute toy store. Amazing people, amazing products. It’s always a joy to go to and I go out of my way for this one specifically due to their stock and personality. If the other Henry Bear’s Park stores don’t have it, this one is for sure to. There’s a puzzle actively being worked on when you go in, there’s a very welcoming energy.”
10:30AM - 6PM
24 Union Park, Boston
Toy Stores
“I feel like I’m in Europe every time I walk into this sweet spot - it is my favorite in Boston. It is full to the brim with treasures - the most beautiful children’s clothing and thoughtfully curated selection toys that you can enjoy in your home and make the most magical gifts. Everything I have purchased there is treasured by me and my children. The owner and her mother who work together there are a dream and such a pleasure to shop with, they have helped me on countless occasions. ❤️❤️❤️”
10AM - 7PM
28 Austin St, Newton
Toy Stores
“Great toy store. The automatic gift receipts on the bar code are very convenient. The MBTA trains are a great gift to bring a taste of Boston to out-of-town friends.”
“Very friendly and helpful staff, great variety of toys including puzzles, outdoor toys. You can find toys for all ages here, including STEM/educational toys. There is also a wide variety of Lego sets with different price ranges, perfect for last minute birthday gifts. Finally, there is plenty of parking around.”
“Great store that has a variety of toys, books, puzzles for babies and older kids. Staff was helpful, friendly and let you browse leisurely without pressure. They gift wrapped two gifts free for me. Happy to support a local business in my town.”
“I wanted to share my fantastic experience we had at Lakeshore specifically with Meghan ( I hope that was her name) From the moment we asked for help she went ABOVE AND BEYOND for us. We have a grandchild who is severely disabled. She took the time to ask just the right questions in such a polite manner to find us the best toys and activities for him. I’m not a big reviewer but I believe, we have such terrible customer service in general in a lot of stores. Most employees hate their job. Not this young lady, she absolutely loved her job and it showed . I felt so good to see someone who enjoy what they were doing and it beamed through her to me and my wife’s experience. The service she showed will stay with her no matter where she works she will always put 100% into everything she does.
We were so lucky to have her help us that day find just the right activities to help our little one enjoy his gifts. We will be back and thank you again for making our stop there an enjoyable one .
To Lakeshore specifically, this employee is someone you want to hold onto for a lifetime . This is what will make your company grow !”
“I had the most wonderful experience at the Toy Shop. The ladies that work there are amazingly helpful. The selection is quiet good and I always get compliments on the gifts that I buy there. It's always nice to have a local store to shop in.”
“They might be a little more expensive but it's a family owed busines. I would rather bring my child there and spend my money so they can have that toy store expensive. I had toys R us growing up.They are super friendly and they have tons of fun toys for all ages”
“Went in on a Sunday to pick up an order for my wife. Store was not yet open, but they were very nice and helped me anyway. There was a mix-up on the order that was not their fault. Tricia (manager?) was very polite and professional and straightened everything out quickly and efficiently. Absolutely wonderful customer service. Very well done!”
9:30AM - 7PM
1296 Centre St, Newton
Toy Stores
“One stop shop for bday presents for all my nieces and nephews, from hot wheels and trains to slime and dolls. Plus they had games we can play with together! The staff was also very helpful.”
10AM - 6PM
46 White St, Somerville
Toy Stores
“I've been traveling to Massachusetts for the last 14 months for work. While it's been difficult to be away from my 7 year old, I've been able to win some points with a periodic gift from Magepie.Karen is super helpful and friendly. This place has become a sort of beloved staple on my New England routine. Highly recommend!”
“Love this cute, little bookstore!! It’s a wonderful place for gifts for children. Their book selection is perfect and the owner gives great advice on what kids of different ages would like. They also support local authors—we actually met one in the store who drew a custom drawing for our son. It’s obvious a lot of love goes into this place.”