I have been here several times over the past couple of years, but have a longer history with the…read morebusiness. Since 2003, their owner Tim has worked on my trains installing DCC (digital command control) decoders and other maintenance work. In fact, when in the beginning I would go over to his house and he would do his work there. Over the years, he has opened up several shops and the business has slowly grown. It isn't the largest of train stores, but they don't carry any of the low-end, junk stuff that will break easily. I have heard that they are moving again to Greece, which ironically will be just a mile or so from where I used to live when I was in the Rochester area.

They have recently moved location to the Village of Webster, NY and changed name to EMPIRE TRAIN…read more New hours and very friendly and knowledgeable.

Ordered a race track set with UPS ground shipping, website processed shipping as UPS overnight air…read more- over $200. Tried calling and emailing Lake City Hobby and got no response. And no delivery after three days. Had to contact my bank and initiate fraud report. So, I rate Lake City Hobby as untrustworthy. Shop at your own risk.

Always a great visit. Very friendly, very helpful. A traditional hobby shop with model railroad,…read moreaircraft, cars, all sorts of great items. A nice place to visit in a great small city with lots of character! I'll be back again this week.

I was in there today because I needed a new traction tire for my train. The kid working the front…read moreend check the train on their track to confirm it was slipping off as I mentioned. He then went into their little back room/shop area to grab the traction tire. He started working on it and never told me there would be a fee. I am very able to replace the tire myself. This was very wrong of them, poor business practice and violates NYS and Federal law. I stated to the kid who conducted the work that I wished he would have told me there would be a charge, to which he said, sorry. I emailed a complaint to the business, filed a complained to the FTC, NYS, and my credit card. This was simply poor business behavior. Very disappointed.

Good experience. I have dealt with Stan (owner) for many years including when he was on Main…read more Street in East Rochester. There is a mixture of new and used inventory. They can order items for you if needed. His helper , Mike, has a great knowledge about model trains and is a member of a local train club. I find it a fun place to visit. .

I am a lifelong crafter and I have been sleeping on Dan's! There is so much available at this…read morestore. My husband and I took our niece here, and I think she had more fun just looking around than actually picking out things to buy. There are huge sections of Legos, models, craft kits, games, toys, beads, painting supplies, and even stuff for babies. My niece got a coloring book, pastel colored pencils, a game with sparkly fish, and a little plastic helicopter. My husband even got some super glue that he needed for work. Nothing was terribly priced, and the staff was helpful and friendly. I have been trying to fit more crafts into my life as a relaxing hobby, and I think I'll have to visit Dan's again to pick up a craft kit. It's a fun place to just browse too.

Great staff--friendly and helpful. Fun local store with an amazing selection for kids (and grown up…read morekids)

I'm new to the hobby and was genuinely excited to visit the store for the first time. I needed a…read morefew parts for my brush‑to‑brushless conversion, and I was also open to purchasing an R/C model I knew they had in stock. Unfortunately, the experience went downhill the moment I walked in. One employee immediately gave me a harsh look and stared at me from across the room. I didn't even realize he worked there at first, so I tried to move out of his line of sight. Another employee eventually approached me, and I explained that it was my first visit and I wanted to look around before asking questions. He was friendly and helpful -- I honestly wish he had been the one assisting me the whole time. Instead, the first employee eventually came over and asked if I needed anything, but his tone and body language made me feel unwelcome, as if he wanted me to leave rather than browse. It took the excitement out of what should have been a fun first visit. Bottom line: the store itself was great, but the attitude from that particular employee made the experience uncomfortable and disappointing.

Such an incredible store. The collection of R/C vehicles was like nothing I've ever seen. I bought…read morea ton of Hot wheels.

Mike is excellent to work with ! Prices are fair big selection to choose from . Stands by what he…read moresells just a great place to do business with !!!

From the owner: Gardner The Train Doctor provides Hobbies, Model Shop, Toy Train, Model Train, Gifts and Train…read moreRepair to the North Rose, NY area.

What a great little toy shop! You won't find the big brands like at the chains (except for cool…read moreThomas the Train and some American Girl) but you will find creative and stimulating toys and games. Arts and crafts and boutique lines of collectible dolls, games and animals. I couldn't make up my mind because there was SO much cool stuff. The kids LOVED everything we bought!

A great little independent toy store with a surprisingly large selection of toys that parents and…read morekids will love. I can't believe that I didn't know about it until now.