Toy Stores near Hempstead, NY

“No weekend is complete without a run to 5 Below. It's always for something that's needed like a phone charger cord and then I wind up seeing so many other things that I feel like I must have. This location is usually pretty well stocked and the staff is friendly. Every once in a while they're short handed up front but they seem to make it work. On this trip I got pillows and a throw for my guest bedroom because they were super cute and affordable. I also bought another bookcase/organizer because I used one of theirs for my pop up shop set up and it works really great. Even though some things are more than $5 most of my items were actually $5. If you have a very small child, I'm warning you they have lots of cute toys and a lot of candy especially near the checkout so either prep them before you go in or don't bring them.”

“By far the best hobby shop around NYC, has been for ages, not many left. Amazing selection of rc cars, planes, boats, model trains and loads of diecast cars of all makes, models and sizes.

Worth the trip, staff are also super friendly and helpful.”

“Kidz Toys is the best toy store around. The selection is fantastic, with something for kids of all ages and interests. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful Go get your needohs from this store!! 10/10 .”

“Thank you for making my mom's Mother's day special. She has Alzheimer's so isn't able to enjoy much at this stage.....but to see her smile while enjoying a Clark bar that she used to loved made everyone tear up. Thank you for giving her a good day.”

“Came in here on a whim with my 3 year old looking for cars and from the moment we walked in the staff was so friendly, helpful and kind. We spent a lot of time there browsing before my son finally decided on his cars and never felt rushed or unwelcome. Truly a gem to find and they had so many collectibles, figurines and other toys.”

“I love shopping here and the employees here are very friendly and always helpful . People who have made complaints about how they are treated poorly maybe they should have stopped and think hey maybe I deserved the poor treatment from the employee/s and don’t be a stickler and always expect to be greeted the minute you walk in.You are not a KING or anything ?. So be mindful of your actions first before pointing fingers at others.”

“We stopped in at TrainLand, and it didn't disappoint. We bought a NYC Subway Holiday Train set. It's so refreshing to speak to polite, knowledgeable sales people. Wonderful store, fun guys and GREAT stories!!”

“My toy store! I buy house items for kitchen and bathroom and fun and holidays and I buy work toys and books that are ridiculously good prices. I make sure to check out Amazing Savings every time I'm near one!”

“As a new mom, and someone who has 1 million nieces and nephews and a different friend having a baby what seems like every month I would be completely lost without KJ’s. The store is organized by age grouping and the people working there are so knowledgeable on all the newest fads. There’s truly something for every age group and occasion there. They’ve revolutionized one stop shopping: birthday party? Check. Dance recital? CHECK! Stocking stuffers? Check. Easter baskets? Check!!! I feel blessed to have this in my backyard, and to see my money going somewhere local.”

“WHAT A NICE TOY STORE , I MET OWNER WHAT A NICE COOL MAN ,THEY HAVE ALL KINDS OF TOYS FOR KIDS OR TEENS MY SON BOUGHT NEEDHOS GUM DROPS COUPLE, MY FRIEND BOUGHT THESE DOLLS VERY NICE QUALITY , THE STAFF GIRLS ARE VERY KIND ,POLITE WE WILL BE BACK WHEN WE COME TO LONG ISLAND AGAIN FROM CITY. THERES SOMETHING 🎩 MAGICAL ABOUT MOM AND POP TOY STORES ITS MAGICAL ,ALSO IT REMINDS ME OF THE 1980S GREATEST DECADE OLD SCHOOL. YOURS TRULY EDDIE CUZZ,,, AND SAL SON.”

“Phoenix Comic Shop is an awesome spot for any comic book collector. The owner was super nice, welcoming, and really helpful throughout my visit. You can tell he actually cares about the hobby and takes time to make sure you find what you’re looking for instead of just trying to make a sale.The prices are also very good Whether you’re hunting for new issues, back issues, or just browsing, there’s a solid selection and very good variety Overall, I’d definitely recommend Phoenix Comic Shop to any comic fan. It’s the kind of place that makes you want to come back again. I loved it !”

“Bought two canvas and some other things from here. They had a larger selection than the one I went to previously. Really enjoyed painting these and their perfume/beauty selection. They have a very small array of vegan skincare which I was happy they had at all.”

“Had the pleasure of meeting Bobby today, he is incredible! He is smart, knowledgeable, and glad he was able to give me more information on the new Batman Lego I purchased for my 10 year old nephew! Thank you again for such an amazing experience at Legos in Garden City :)”

“On behalf of The Collective, we want to extend our deepest gratitude to the incredible team at Lakeshore Learning in New Hyde Park. Over the past several years, this location has consistently delivered an experience that goes far beyond customer service. It feels like genuine partnership, community, and care for the field of education.

Every single time I walk through those doors, Mary has been an absolute powerhouse of support to both myself and my team. Her professionalism, patience, product knowledge, and warm spirit are unmatched. She never simply “sells products.” She helps us think intentionally about how materials can elevate the experiences of children, classrooms, and educators alike.

The same can be said for so many others there including Narisa, Kayla, Michelle, Joy, and countless additional team members who continuously make us feel valued and welcomed. They remember our team. They ask about our families. They take the time to truly understand what we are trying to create for children and provide thoughtful insight that helps us make meaningful decisions.

As leaders in early childhood education, we know how important it is to create environments where people feel seen, supported, and inspired, and this Lakeshore team models that beautifully every single visit.

Thank you all for your consistency, kindness, and dedication to educators everywhere. Your work matters more than you know, and the impact reaches far beyond the walls of your store.”

“Every time I visit this card and gift shop,they couldnt be nicer.They are happy to help you.You will not feel rushed,and their cards are beautiful.The owner and the staff keep the store so clean and will step away from the counter to help you. Inventory is not just cards, they have sports memorabilia, special gifts, And a lot of winning lottery tickets”

“The Funky Monkey is more than just a toy store, it’s a trip down memory lane. At a time when so much shopping happens online, The Funky Monkey brings back the excitement of browsing shelves filled with toys, games, and surprises waiting to be discovered. The store captures the magic of childhood, creating a nostalgic experience for parents and grandparents while inspiring a new generation of kids to explore, imagine, and play.”

“Learning express is the perfect toy store to go and get a birthday gift since they wrap!! Love it! And the girls who work there are always kind and ready to help!”

“Birthday gift for my son and he was thrilled!! Price was great and better than Amazon. Shipping was free. They keep Lego sets and lots of choices. He went straight to it after school today too.”

“this store is amazing in everway! i stumbled upon this store and i am so happy i did! they have many of the very best toys and great gifts for kids and adults too.. i saw that they had a huge selection if camp stationary, fantasyic pens, and " whoopie cushions" that kids just love.............. the owners try thier best to give you all you need and their kindness did not go unoticed at all. if you need anything they are more than happy to help you and they do gift wrap and ship !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! give this store a try - you wull find its great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!”

“They had amazing kind people working there they had such amazing needoh s and everything you can imagine. I really do think that you should go there in so five stars.”

“Today my husband, my daughter & I went in hoping to make a gender reveal bear for our baby on the way. Marcel approached us immediately with great energy and once we told him our idea he was extremely energized to help us and ensure our experience was exciting. Marcel did the above and beyond for our experience and we can’t thank him enough! Thank you for being a part of our story and for the amazing attention to detail.”

“Floral park is tiny, but cute and cozy. Definitely helps narrow down your selection. Store is always organized and clean. Employee Alesia is hands down the best. She is very knowledgeable and helpful! Very much recommend her. Her wrapping is excellent. Mattys is worth the money. We love it there!”

“This neighborhood toy store is such a gem! The selection is always fun, unique, and perfect for kids of all ages. What really sets it apart, though, are the employees—they are incredibly kind, patient, and always willing to help you find exactly what you need. You can tell they genuinely care about making every visit special. It’s the kind of place that feels warm and welcoming the moment you walk in. Highly recommend for gifts, birthdays, or just a little treat!”

“I had a wonderful experience at this toy store! The selection of toys was amazing, with plenty of options for kids of all ages. The store was clean, well-organized, and the staff was friendly and helpful. I loved the variety of fun and creative products available. It’s a great place to find gifts and make children happy. I will definitely visit again!”

“I heard great things about the store so I decided to visit I immediately fell in love with the staff, the community and little by little I started going there more often
I forgot my one piece binder at the store(I know I know how dare I forget my binder)
Reached out To them and they told me not to worry, they had it and it’s behind the counter.

I recommend this place to anybody
That’s looking for one piece and any other TCG related games
They have earned a lifetime customer”

“Simply Super stationery-papers, wrappings, cards, candies, cigarettes, very small items, very small gifts, notions, very small beverages; &, very small snacks selection, a few toys, many stuffed animals, lottery tickets; &, a small choice of useful household items kind of place.In general; &, especially, in the sense, of both of the Mom; &, Pop, co-owner's vibes; moods; approach; sensibilities; attitudes; feelings; &, policies; they're quite welcoming; accepting; tolerant; giving; accepting; &, embracing folks.At their quarters that they have, now; at this point; they are downsized to rather much smaller proportions; to state the barest minimum in descriptions; &, their, current customer demands are scarce; &, very narrow in sales scope; they, are therefore: few; &, far between; &, their stock of inventory is slight; restricted; &, gigantically limited; but, their hearts are: surely, filled w/: overflowing respect; &, assorted abundance. However, they have been local shopkeepers for quite a very long time.Their business codes of conduct in: commerce; transactions; &, personal demeanor; certainly guide; &, reflect all of that; as, both: George; who is: tolerant; patient; amiable; amenable; hapless; slow-going; accessible; available; present; understanding; &, accomodating; etc.; amongst his many other good characteristics; &, his, long-term: hugely devoted; undyingly loyal; highly caring; &, extremely loving; very concerned; &, greatly warm; elegant; classically tasteful; high-class; quietly, very shy; naivete-infused; and, rather conservative, spouse: Mini; who is an ->huge; frequent; &, regular help to him; in many ways; in the, constant; ongoing operation, of their business; &, their store; have both found ways, that they are enabled, w/: God's assistive support, to let those great qualities, that they mutually possess, shine through; &, be expressed; consistently, in their business practices; &, professional conduct; &, within the insides of their, private home; &, small family lives.They are without a, doubt: some of the, gentlest; most humble; nicest; kindest; low-toned; under-keyed; easiest-going; most laid-back; most polite; &, most soft-spoken; understated; sweetest; warmest; friendliest; most accomodating; and, most sophisticated combined vendors and proprietors; as well as: local community families; and, are amongst the: most, normal; simplest; plain-est; guile-less; most, routine; most, ordinary; yet: so caring; most, >decent; most, chill; &, most amiable; liberal; tolerant; open-minded; &, accomodating, of: small hamlet; tiny shop proprietors; and, to be found in this local small community; &, its' general, immediate, surrounding area.They also happen to be: very largely involved; engaged; committed; present; &, interested types of enthusiastic; emphatic "Family People"; incusive of: family of origin; &, their greater community, at large. Their best operating practices, include: being very good group members, as regards, any roles they inhabit; whether that involves, being: store owners; &, vendors, for very many multiple long years; parents/grandparents/family members; or: small-business operators/regional citizens/and, community anchors; as well as: just good people; as one is, both: clearly; &, probably, ever likely to be: able to; or, in actuality; come to: know; meet; or: find.If one encounters nearly any problem at all; here, it most likely will be addressed w/: some sufficiently adequate solution of resolve; or: reasonable accomodation; albeit, even this elevated vendor; and, shop, are not: perfect; like >all things in the human-made world.A. - [Up-Dated: Sun.-12/24/23.].”

“I give this a 5 star rating because they had dumplings, and they had a lot of new stuff that most blows do not have, and they had the cheese block and they had this stuff.I wanted , but some of the people were , we're rude but I don't go off how nice the people are I go off how good their stuff is. In what they have”

“First time shopping at this location and my experience was great, the store was clean the shelves were stocked and Lexi at checkout was extremely sweet and helpful.”