I work with people who seek my assistance to procure toys and other unique items for their…read morecollections. I joke that I'm a Toy Hunter for fun. Not my full time job but I do love going into odd and ends stores to find a specific item. It's the thrill of the find that I chase for. So every time my husband and I are vacationing across the country, we spend a little bit of that time to find vintage shops like this one to find what is needed for his collection or others. I've been in search for a 2017 Mighty Morphin Red Ranger, made by Bandai, and is part of their "Build a Zord" collection, for about 5 years now. For whatever reason, my husband missed the opportunity to purchase this item when it came out. Time passed and when we finally located that item, the scalpers were selling them for an arm, a leg, and your first born child. I found the exact item on eBay from Make Cents and purchased it as an early Christmas gift for my husband. At a very fair price. I wanted him to go there, stumble across it, then surprise him that I had already purchased it. Plans did not work as the day before we were going on a journey to the establishment, he was whining that I was working on procuring items for everyone but not for his most sought-out item. So I broke the news to him. Make Cents is such a fun store. It's what I would imagine when I think of the best place where all my childhood toys are. Video games, TMNT, Barbie, Rainbow Brite, to wrestling figures, loved and displayed perfectly. The shop is small but so clean. There's also a glass display of all pastel pink items and I can tell you, I wanted each and every item. So nostalgic! The people there take pride in their products and they are aware of the magic this place has. The person who sold the item to us was so kind. He allowed us take our time to look at everything in the shop and was available to answer any questions, even if the shop was closing in 15 minutes. This establishment is such a gem and a must-see for all walks of life.

What a find! I didn't quite know what I was getting into but I knew what I was looking for…read more Makes Cents is a collection of everything vintage from toys to video games and collectibles. The small store in a nondescript strip mall is a must see for collectors. Almost all of the items are in a case or behind the counter and are clearly marked with a price. This is the kind of place to get a gift for yourself or that person who appreciates the effort of finding that unique item you won't be able to find elsewhere. There's a lot to see in this small but well organized space. I look forward to returning and making sure that I didn't miss a thing.

Oh my goodness! So much fun! The combination of science supplies, random fun and geeky items, other…read morenerdy stuff, and reasonable prices. As someone with AuDHD, it did become very overstimulating about an hour into the very large warehouse of all sorts of fascinating, unique, confusing, and quirky objects. A ridiculous amount of entertainment simply roaming about. I went on an early Saturday afternoon and there was a sizable crowd browsing about. They had a fantastic sale going on which likely was a factor for the crowd. Highly recommend a trip out to the unusual but brilliant store! The employees are helpful, knowledgeable, and appear super interested in eclectic place where they work.

Science and Surplus is a delightfully quirky treasure trove--an eclectic mix of odd-shaped…read morecontainers, nostalgic figurines, and unexpected finds that instantly transport a '70s kid back to simpler times. From scientific gadgets to retro gems, it's a fun store to explore and a fantastic spot to discover offbeat gifts you won't find anywhere else.

This is a great place to shop for the heart to find toys especially the McFarlane Toys the horror…read morecollection and a great reasonable price and they are many other kinds of Collectibles to your needs and the owner is a great guy.

Broooooo. This store is a HOT MESS. I was ready to go…read more I worked retail management for years so I know both as a manager and a customer how things should be. This store has boxes of shipments ALL OVER THE STORE! It was safety hazard after safety hazard. It was cluttered, dirty, chaotic and so disorganized. Even the cash wrap desk was full of random clutter. I came here to buy a dress for a wedding and there were hardly any clothes for women. Where women's clothes used to be were now household items. The dressing rooms were "closed" while the store was still open. I'll start going to a different location from now on. They need to work on this store!

Smaller TJ Maxx in Oak Creek is perfectly fine, A-OK, but smaller selection than others. A few…read moreweeks ago I was in need of a winter coat and TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Burlington seem to be good options. You do have to be careful of faulty zippers, I find, but spending $60 or less is always appreciated. This Maxx had a very small selection of men's coats (only three actual coats in my size, two of the same style). I found a coat, yay! And a few other items like home office decor, holiday candles, wool socks, a roll of ELF wrapping paper, etc. I always forget that TJ Maxx carries things at a good discount, like winter undergarments, Holiday decor, wrapping paper, and all things to get you prepared for the Winter.

I love IKEA! When I got my first apartment, most of my furniture and dish ware came from here…read more Affordable and usually easy to put together. I love their kids section, it always seems like it's expanding! I also love their plant selection, decor, and vases.

Nice emporium just 15-minutes away from Milwaukee city proper and accessible via highway. It's…read moresmaller compared to the Chicago Schaumburg one (which used to be the biggest in US). But this location still has a lot of options and most of the regular products. It is well organized and inviting. It's easier to shop when there are not a lot of options. The cafe is in the middle of the building.

I'm a regular at this Stein's and it's an okay place for plants, gardening supplies, seeds, bird…read morestuff and all the things that make your yard pretty. Agreeing with those who say the employees are very nice and helpful! That's noticed and appreciated! Also agreeing that the prices are very high. There's been a few times when the price at the register rings up differently than the deal advertised in store, which is always frustrating. While their selection is large, more and more this Stein's doesn't have the native or other plants that I'm looking for. Still an a-okay stop on the south side.

I liked the one worker I encountered, she was friendly, helpful, and efficient. She was also my…read moreage and I really needed a healthy strong young person to wrangle the dirty bag of soil into my cart and into my car. I'll be happier next time because I'll have prepared my car for the stuff I get that is stored outside and I'll get two smaller bags rather than the better deal with the larger size. I thought there was a fair selection of plants.

Security doors are broken. They don't open when you go to enter the store, making it feel very…read moreunwelcome. The cashier accused me of stealing very passive aggressively because I came in with my own tote bag since I'm shopping in multiple places. She asked me if the bag was mine and then asked if I had any more items to purchase in my bag, and then said she hoped I didn't and huffed and got snippy with me as I'm finishing paying for my item. Extremely rude and unprofessional.

There are some GREAT deal to be had here. BCF is similar to a TJ Maxx type of store. They have…read moreseveral household items, makeup, jewelry, clothes and of course TONS of coats. Also hats, gloves and the like. Be prepared to check the merchandise to make sure it's legit. I purchase some mascara and when I arrived home, they were completely broken! I unscrewed and pulled out the top and there were no brushes to even use the stuff! So, again just check your items. I can't really blame BCF for this, they just buy closeouts in bulk. And as long as it's not a lot of effort to return, I guess this will happen given the nature of this business. I'd definitely go back to shop again. Great place for housewarming presents, too! They also have toys and shoes. Really a variety of things to shop for.

I found Lost Wonder of Worlds while searching for Pokémon cards for my cousin's birthday after…read morestriking out at a few other stores. Online showed they might have some in stock, so I called first. The gentlemen I spoke with on the phone was really nice and answered my questions, which made me feel confident enough to stop by in person. When I walked in, though, the in-store experience felt a bit different and on the emptier side. The two employees at the front didn't seem very welcoming and gave off a slightly annoyed vibe. When I asked about the Pokémon cards, they seemed confused about what I was referring to until I mentioned I had called earlier and spoken to someone. They checked with their coworker, who clarified which ones he had told me about. I asked to see the packs they had behind the counter, and the interaction still felt a little tense. That said, I was able to grab the two packs, which ended up being the perfect gift for my cousin, so mission accomplished. Overall, they had what I needed, and I appreciate that the phone service was helpful. I'd probably come back if I really needed something specific, and I'm curious to explore more of what they carry. Just hoping for a warmer in-store customer service experience next time.

As a somewhat new collector, this place is amazing! They truly do have almost everything (besides…read moreTransformers, go to Albella for that.) including a surplus of Gundam. They have shelves upon shelves of comics, model kits, etc--I greatly recommend spending some time looking here. The cashier was extremely helpful, showing me around after I asked for some help. Obviously, the main selling point for most people--the prices are great. A figure I would've spent $40+ on Amazon for cost a mere $27.99, as most of their products are retail OR slightly above, by a very slim margin. Additionally, for those who leave low-star reviews; just because your local comic store participates in a day to give FREE product doesn't mean every business has to. You are not entitled to anything of Free Comic Day, it's just that some people offer it. Also, the cat? Why would you pet a sleeping cat? That's pure, unfiltered ignorance--let the poor thing sleep. Also, who goes to a comic store for Anime paraphernalia? What I'm trying to say is, please, don't drop a trip over here because of strange opinions, as the place is definitely worth the trip.

terrible - staff through the store are on their cell phones or interacting with coworkers and rude…read morewhen requesting assistance ! Will not back any time soon - Frankly will not be returning to the store again! Horrible attitude and supervisory staff are even worse!! Find another store !

Absolutely ridiculous. Only 2 very hardworking cashiers when the lines were incredibly backed up…read more(they were doing great and nothing against them), while team leads Vera and Maria stood to the side talking for the 20 minutes I waited in line. Step in and help your associates.