Let's start with a side note-- this is my 100th Yelp review! How exciting! I wanted to save it for…read moresomeplace that was unique and spoke to me. Well, this place fits the bill well. Now, onto the review... It's worth the long drive to Dekalb for a chance to stop into The Gaming Goat. A gem in the historic downtown area of Dekalb, this is a store you must check out when you're in the area. They stock a variety of fun, creative, unique, wacky and intelligent board games that you won't see in big chain stores. Seeing these games in person is a huge benefit to gamers, because you get a better feel for these independently produced games. The interior is pretty nice and there's plenty of space inside to browse or play, if you're there for an event. Besides the large stock of board games, they also offer a good number of events. What stood out to me when I was in there last was their Pokemon League. (They're big on Pokemon and even- at the time of this writing- let you pick a small Pokemon figure up free of charge if you check in to the shop and show them the offer. Sadly, I forgot to pick up my 'check in' Pokemon. Next time!) They also had a Family Game Night on their calendar-- If I lived closer, I would totally check it out! It seems like a great way to spend a few hours with the family. The Gaming Goat goes out of its way to make you feel appreciated, going so far as to have free water bottles out during large town events like Corn Fest. Going the extra mile like that definitely makes The Gaming Goat stand out among other gaming stores. If you're in the area, give this place a looksie!

This store has always had a great selection of products including rarities that are in high demand.read more

This is an awesome game store. The staff is friendly and helpful. They work to make sure everyone…read morehas fun. They run a constant stream of TCG - Trading Card Games and while some of the players play in offical tournaments, you can still have lots of fun and the other players don't mind helping you and answering questions to help improve your game play and deck (but you may have to wait until the game ends!) D&D organized play goes on during the week and some weekends and amazingly is still FREE, even though the store is providing you with the space to play. The only reason I give them 4 stars is because I wish they would have a larger inventory of Role Playing Games (like D&D) but until more people are buying these products I understand that they cannot increase their inventory. Some of the Products sold: 1. D&D, Burning Wheel, Traveller, GammaWorld, Pathfinder, 2. Specialized board games that you cannot find in normal stores 3. TCG, Magic, Yu-Gi-Oh!, EDH/Commander, Pokemon, 4. Miniatures: Warhammer 40K, Star Wars: X-Wing, Infinity, Mars Attacks, Relic Knights, Imperial Assault 5. Comic Books 6. Dice, some miniatures for D&D and RPG's. and much, much more! Best of all, when the original store was going to close and there were no other gaming stores within 20 miles, Bear purchased the store, kept it open and gave us all a place to play for 5 years and running now. That alone causes me to be a loyal NGiT follower! Also, I help run the D&D Encounters and D&D Expeditions games at the store.

Bear, the owner, is a super fun and down-to-earth guy.read more

Cool thrift and antique shop that I'm surprised I haven't had a chance to stop into before…read more Unfortunately I showed up on a day that they were closing early so I just did a quick walk through to get a feel. I saw a good amount of things including clothes and jewelry that would make a more thorough trip next time I am in the area worth it.

A sweet little eclectic shop with great customer service. Huge selection from A to Z! Antiques to…read morevintage clothing. Prices were great and the help was willing to negotiate prices. A definite must experience place!

Wow the nice Michaels I ever visited it is so clean and organized. The service was nice the value…read morejust right and I was so delighted to have seen so many things. Paints brushes, inks, Yarns flowers Endless possibilities and also was so happy to had found what I was looking a soccer ball nicely made to add to my Mexican doll. When I checked out they issue me senior discount what a treat. Great values

Went above n beyond for a five dollar voucher to debunk why it wasn't working so they had me check…read moremy email in the deleted section

Great shop for new comics, back issues, games, toys and paperbacks. Friendly staff and great…read moreselection.

First time visiting and will definitely be back! I took my son who's getting deep into comics. We…read moregot a warm welcome and even a tour!

WOW they make guitars here!!! they have an extremely clean…read moreand well designed store they are friendly , knowledgeable and the prices can't be beat I took a guitar to Hacks In Town three weeks later they had just began the repair and had originally told me "oh yeah, we do repairs take a week tops" I got my guitar and immediately left loyalty is blind!!! I should have abandoned ship long ago!!! Dropped guitar with Frank on Friday he called me tuesday "repair is done"

Great hobby shop one of the last good ones left. Always helpful always has stock. Sad to see all…read morethe people who lack basic life skills complain. They have always 100% supported,taught and given good advice. I'll always shop at leisure hours. There's no better place in Chicagoland. For the cry baby's if you can't read a manual and locate a part number don't buy a remote controlled car. Teach the kids some life skills and have them build a parts list and know the components. Prices always can't match online stores either. There's a price to pay for getting it today vs waiting on shipping they have bills to pay and rent for a store front with more overhead.

Huge hobby shop of your wet dreams, but the prices are dry. Fun place to peruse the huge hobbysread more