Trekked from NYC out here to get some same-day 'emergency' parts... my nephew thinks crashing the…read moreR/C car is more fun than driving it. Place is in the back of an industrial building just off of Route 17. Really large warehouse. No showroom, just a vast selection of parts and some very nice and knowledgeable people. Prices are solid, too. If you need parts in a pinch, check their website for availability and trek over to Nitro.

Absolutely amazing! This place is the go-to store for all antique and modern vehicle toys. Trains,…read morecars, tanks, planes, you name it they have it. The people here are very nice, and they even repair your items. They also have a convenient parking lot next to the building

If you're a model train enthusiast who lives in North Jersey, this is you. Floor to ceiling…read moreinventory. Knowledgeable staff. THEY HAVE LGB TRAINS. Seriously, pay a visit!

The store is amazing. The staff is great. They have train,…read moretoys, diecast,legos,pops barbies. Models and hobby supplies and so much more. 3000sqft of wow

So another relocation, but not just down the street this time. In 2023, The wrecking ball was…read morecoming for the Galleria mall and Westchester Trains & Hobbies became refugees again to find a new home. Unfortunately for me, the new place is 25 miles further north at the Jefferson Valley Mall. This is as far as you can go in Westchester county because Putnam county is just across the street. Like most malls across the country, JVM is not doing great, with not a lot of tenants or customers and it just seems to be barely hanging on. At least their anchor store, Macy's hasn't bailed yet. I'm hardly ever up this way, but when I am, I'll stop in at WTH to see any new stuff (and to see the old stuff). The new store has almost as big a footprint as the Galleria store, but way bigger than the previous White Plains mall one, which got the wrecking ball also (I'm not sure if that's a good omen). Everything was moved here, every plane, train & automobile (literally) and even Barbie (but no Oppenheimer). John told me he has big plans for the new store and to check back for new inventory soon. Each aisle has a hobby specialty. The biggest proportion is in the back where all the model trains reside. Glass cabinets are filled with vintage Lionel trains and other well known brands. The Hot Wheels collection made it over, as well as the Barbie and Hess truck collections. But my main hobby focus are model airplanes and ships and their collection of old kits is pretty impressive. They get new old kits all the time by buying up old collections and reselling. This trip, I got (3) 70's-80's nostalgic plastic airplane kits that I've had or wanted since I was a kid. I could wander the aisles here all day and they would have to kick me out. Maybe I'll go back after I grab some lunch at the food court...

3.5: The store name could be more accurate because it has mostly trading cards (Pokémon, magic,…read moresports), and then memorabilia, figurines and collectibles, and some interesting board games. Half of the store is devoted to gaming tables. Likely aren't getting any deals here but prices seem to be on par with other similar spots. Small parking lot.

This review is for Toywiz, third party seller from Walmart. All my daughter wanted for the holiday…read morewas a suitcase of the LOL Surprise Dolls. No one had it in stock. However, Walmart had 1 suitcase left, sold through the third party, Toywiz. It looked like it was repackaged but I did not think that would be the case with something purchased through Walmart so I let my hunch go. Imagine how devastated my daughter was when she opened the dolls and one was missing her shoes and another was missing bracelets. I reached out to Walmart who said that they would reach out to the seller on my behalf. I also reached out to the seller. The seller stated that the pieces are not guaranteed but rather this is part of the "surprise." Now, that is LOL! I reached out to the manufacturer who said all pieces should be there and did not have replacement pieces in stock. I reached back out to Walmart and spoke with Rhea who told me I could keep the product AND receive a full refund. When I did not receive any notice, I called Walmart back and spoke with Louis who said he would escalate my issue. I am still waiting for a response and will update this review once I receive one. In the interim, two words for anyone reading this review - Buyer Beware!

Absolutely cannot wait to go again and tell everyone how amazing this gem of a hobby shop is!!!!read more

This place has been great! sure you can get things cheaper online but this is one of those hobbies…read morewhere the experience is part of the fun. Black Al is the man even though he tells me i waste my money on nonsense but i call it trial and error lol. I can never remember the hours and Al has stayed an hour or so late multiple times helping me out as well as the owner Alan. I wish i could remember the others names because its like everyone there has zero problems going above and beyond! This place is like a sun burned pecker.... You cant beat it!!!

True Believers is one of those stores that will literally stop you in your tracks while walking…read morethrough the Palisades Mall. Out front, they have life-size figures of both classic and modern characters from movies and games -- and the contrast is wild. E.T. is standing right next to Art the Clown, which pretty much tells you what kind of place this is. You'll definitely want to take pictures. Inside the store, there's a huge assortment of games, toys, plush, collectibles, and pop-culture items packed into every corner. You'll find everything from modern fandom pieces to classic toys from the '80s, which adds to the fun of browsing. Some of the more common items can feel a bit overpriced, but it's also clear that some of what they sell is harder to find, so pricing likely reflects rarity on certain pieces. It's the kind of store where you're as much there to look around as you are to buy something. I ended up walking out with a cute Wolfman plush, so mission accomplished. Definitely a fun stop if you're into collectibles, nostalgia, or just want to see something different while at the mall.

Nice store. There a…read morelot of assorted selection of displayable items, shirts, figures, plushies, and other stuff - certainly enough to appease most. If Funkos are your thing, there's a very large selection of them here and the largest overall selection in the entire mall. Any staff I encountered were friendly. Located on the 3rd floor of the Palisades mall. Worth checking out if you're in the area.

It is one of the most stock Hobby Shop I ever been in. It is not very big but if you don't see it,…read moreask for it and guarantee he has it and if you have a problem, see John he is one of the most knowledgeable RC person I ever met i'm doing this Hobby 50 Years and the person working there Kyle, he is very knowledgeable himself. I recommend this place 100%.

Friendly staff that is very helpful in finding the right items for your hobby. Plenty of radio…read morecontrol options including RTR and kits plus plenty of parts. Ranging from small 1/28 Kyoshi Mini Z to 1/5 scale and everything in between. Outdoor dirt track features racing in the warmer months targeted at the casual racer, none of that horrible attitude that ruins so many race programs. Can't recommend them enough!

One of the few hobby stores in midtown, Red Caboose specializes in model trains, diecast cars,…read moreplanes, and model kits but they also have a small stock of paint, supplies, and accessories. If you really need something or are in the area, the staff seem knowledgeable and helpful although the store selection leaves a lot to be desired. A lot of stock looks old and dusty and needs attention before use. There are some new boxed sets and items but pricing is high here.

Extensive collection of trains, a few cars, and diorama things. The prices in the cars, which is…read morewhat we were after, was a little steep for cars with lots of dust, some damage, and no boxes. The guy was busy selling another couple on a train set, but didn't seem to ask them any good questions till the end of his speech only to find out it was for a child, and not the gentleman. Also they have cats that roam free, and you can smell it and watch for poop.

Montvale Jewelers is by far the best small business jewelry store in this area. I heard through a…read morecouple of people that Steve the owner was great and gave excellent customer service, so when I needed a new battery on my Michele watch and a necklace repaired, I went there. He does most repairs in just one day and repairs are very affordable, which is awesome. After receiving my watch, he told me that he also steamed it free of charge. I wasn't able to pick it up until after closing time and he stayed and waited for me because he knew I needed it! Honestly, this place is such a hidden gem in Bergen County and I would recommend to anyone.

Really, NO stars because I couldn't post otherwise. BEWARE!! I ordered a silver ring mount from…read moreMontvale Jewelers to have a stone set. Within a couple of weeks I discovered the ring was plated even though it bore the .925 (silver) stamp. I returned to the jeweler and had him test it in my presence and the results confirmed no silver was detected in either the plate or base metal. He said he would reorder from another vendor and I agreed. When I picked up the replacement I discovered it was the SAME setting. The prong placement, the .925 stamp in the same location and upon closer examination - the very same worn-away irregularities could still be seen under the coating. The inside portion that had the silver stamp wasn't even covered and the dull base metal was exposed. He feigned shock and couldn't understand how this could be but he would take my word for it that it was the same ring. I demanded a refund and it was given immediately without contest. This nefarious practice is typically utilized for misrepresenting the true karat content of gold, the authenticity of diamonds and other precious stones - not the cheap metal silver. ....BEWARE!!!