I adore this comic shop. I visited here on a whim and was pleasantly overjoyed with the…read moreexperience. The staff (owners?) were so nice/kind - welcoming, but not overbearing or pushy. I felt free to look around and enjoy the great artwork. Plus, this is by far the most organized shop I've seen in the bay area. In literally 5 minutes, I felt like I knew EXACTLY where everything was. That made the experience so much easier (although I don't mind hunting through bargain bins every now and then). In short, it was an amazing experience and I'll definitely be back. If you have any interest in comics, check this place out. You won't regret it.

Caldwell's Comics and Cards is located right in the heart of Downtown Gilroy with a wide selection…read moreof new and old comic's, trade paperbacks, kids books, Pokemon, Magic cards, action figures and funko Pops plus and many more. The owner is kind and knowledgeable on many subjects while staying up to date with the latest entertainment news. I was surprised to find some of my favorite comics that I use to enjoy as a kid still holding their value and new additions that I wasn't even aware were printed. Caldwell's Comics and Cards is one of those hidden gems in Gilroy California that surpasses in quality of products for the price and provides a great edition to our inner collector in all of us.

Great, well curated selection of comics and likewise geeky toys. As a kid of the 80s and 90s I…read moreloved seeing some of the Star Wars toys I already own and hope to own very soon!

Awesome local comic and collectible shop in downtown San Juan Bautista. They have a Pokémon club on…read moreTuesday from 5-8 that my son and his friends love! Very welcoming and inclusive to all ages and levels of experience.

This place is a joke, my son brought some Star Wars items, wroth 2000.00 there, the owner wanted to…read moregive him 150.00. I believe he thought my son was a push over, and didn't know what he had. One item alone is wroth 200.00, another item is wroth 80.00 the guy told him its only wroth 5.00. My son knows what he has and knows what it is wroth. BIG RIP OFF.

From the owner: Here at Small Town we have a Huge Selection of Sports Autographs and Memorabilia. We specialize in…read morelocal bay area teams Giants, Sharks, 49ers, Warriors, Raiders and A's. We also have a little something for everyone Pokemon, Yugioh, Comic books, Toys, Bobble heads and Much Much More...... We also have Yugioh and Pokemon Tournaments Weekly

This shop in the very nice shopping center of Del Monte has a ton of product, but like most comic…read morebook stores, the business is moving away from that business and focusing more on collectible toys. It's a shame because there are so few good stores in this area. I went to all of them today and didn't find one that was a strong comic book store. If you like certain collectibles, you'll find a lot here, but if you're looking for comic books (which this store is listed) then you might be disappointed. SELECTION: Definitely packed full of product but I find that these types of stores in the end don't do well because product that doesn't sell sits on the shelves so long they gather dust. Not focused enough. And the comic wall isn't well stocked. SERVICE: Helpful in explaining why there isn't a lot in stock but too bad because this place has lots of potential. In a waning market this is the most well positioned store to do well. If they only did an ordering service, it would likely solve some of their problems. COST: Reasonable but not exceptional. Instead of going the collectibles route (I would definitely have collectibles but not the fad kind), I would go the comic book / gaming / sports card route. Card collectibles are of high value and take up so very little space. Funkos are great, but to give them shelf space they aren't worth it.

I came in to look for some Poison Ivy comics...and left with a horrible headache and feeling sick…read more The reason being the OVERPOWERING SMELL of mold or mildew that was in the store. Owner definitely has an issue that needs to be resolved immediately. As for the contents of the store, it sadly left a lot to be desired. Comics were not sorted alphabetically on the shelves, older guy sitting behind the counter made it clear he did not want to be bothered, and some of the merchandise was WAY TOO expensive. I understand he has a shop in the Del Monte Shopping Center so renting the space can be pricey, but $30 for a "normal" Funko Pop that isn't a Chase, or special edition, is just plain ridiculous. Hot Topic on the other side of the shopping center had the exact same Funko Pop for $11.90 My partner found a cool Batman graphic novel, but by that point I felt like I was gonna be sick due to the mold smell, so I had to leave. I hope the owner can get their priorities straight, and take care of the store before someone does get sick.

My favorite board game shop!! Whenever I travel, I try to check out all the board game shops I can,…read moresince they're so few and far between. Illusive is just unmatched. The customer service, the vibe, and the selection are all sooo good. I got into board games about a year ago, and discovering that you can play games for free in-store or rent from their huge selection for a small fee was a game changer. It really helped me and my partner figure out what kinds of games we liked before committing to a purchase. Every time I'm in, or whenever I have questions, the employees are so accommodating and kind. You can tell they genuinely know their stuff about every game they carry. They're also dog friendly, inclusive, creating a really welcoming community that i really appreciate!

I moved from Sacramento to Santa Clara recently for work. This store has the largest space I've…read moreseen for players in Santa Clara (from what I've seen) whether it's tabletop or to play a card game. I came in an hour before closing. As soon as I walked in, I was immediately greeted. They asked if I was looking for anything and was shown to the card sleeve section. I've been to multiple stores that specialize in cards. Why was this the ONLY place where I found a large assortment of card sleeves for players!! Lol I met Anna(?) or Ann, and customer service was amazing, gave all information I was asking for, and showed me the weekly schedule. I am more of a mega competitive player (but not a sore winner ;-)), so I wanted to know what their schedule looked like, what is their most supported game, etc. I believe this is a more chill, casual, friendlies kind of vibe (not a bad thing at all), and I'd be open to doing more drafts or pre-release kits or something. Hoping to bring in my coworkers and friends! I can tell that they care very much about making sure they can support their community and create an inclusive and healthy space. Masks are not a big deal for me, they're effective especially nowadays with allergies, new viruses, whatever lol Lots of different card games in stock and tabletop games for rent, a cute dog and a big space for players.. but what really made things great was speaking with Al about Witch Hat Atelier. I've been to a lot of comic book stores, and I'll see the "Favorite Picks", but that's about it. Al and I talked about it, we went through the art, explained the intro, and it really brought me in. Al's passion for stories really made me want to look at this series. I didn't buy it, but I can honestly say that I'd love to come back to the store to find out what the next big thing is Al will share with me. I can sense that these folks are passionate, accommodating, and personable. Hoping for further successes!

What a cool shop! Super cool vibes with a ton of Pokémon bulk cards to sort through. Was a last…read moreminute stop on our annual Monterey trip and we were so happy to find this local gem. We will definitely be back with more time to kill looking for more cool cards!

I walked in to chat with someone about an idea I have to cover up a scar on my leg. I spoke with…read moretwo of the kindest men working that day and one of them is doing my tattoo in a couple of weeks. His name is X and his work is pretty epic. I'm so excited and can't wait to get started. The other young man I believe is (wizardcleave?) I definitely want a tattoo from him as well, I've been looking at their past artwork and I'm seriously blown away. The shop is pretty cool too.

Good unopened sport pack selection, including some 80s junk wax. A lot more comics than sports…read morecards. Also has a lot of non-sport inventory. Prices are a little inflated, especially on vintage singles. The gentleman working when we visited was very nice, honest, and easy to talk too! I like the cheap grab bag offerings. We love supporting local card shops. Son and I bought some cheaper packs to open tonight!

Terrible place to go I walked in asked if they was taking one piece card most of my card are psa…read moregraded already an he didn't even take the chance to look at them just said we are not taking them rn we don't need them but he didn't even look at them if ur selling one piece card pls do not go here they dont deserve them or any cards shut them down

This place is really cool and brings me back to my childhood. Took my son here today because they…read moreare giving away free comic books from 12-5. Really nice e guy working there. A lot of good selections. Come check it out!

Walked in Brian immediately asked to help me and I was looking for ABS Batman #16 , ended up…read moreleaving with trade vol 1&2 Wonder Woman and the new Superman & Spider-Man cross over! Definitely would recommend

Walking into Comic Conspiracy feels like stepping into the Hall of Justice itself. This gem of a…read morestore is immaculately clean and thoughtfully organized -- every shelf as orderly as Batman's utility belt. The collection rivals even Superman's Fortress of Solitude in scope, with DC titles spanning decades of legendary storytelling. Staff are as dependable as the Green Lantern Corps, always ready to guide you to your next great read. If you're into card collecting, Comics Conspiracy is the only shop in the area that doesn't grossly mark up their prices on cards. Excellent value all around!

Great selections to browse! Staff have always been friendly and knowledgeable…read more Always a great spot to stop by after work even if you don't plan on buying anything

I am so happy every time I see a bookstore. It is nice to see Barnes & Noble where I used to spend…read moreimmeasurable hours before they became a rare sighting. Great helpful staff and I bought a few books here.

Drove all the way down here for my best friends wedding last month, the barista working was a very…read morepale blonde, I think her name was Ruth? She made me the best oat milk flat white I've ever had, with the little dot on the top being a heart. She really made my day and entertained my screaming children, and I've been thinking about her since. If heaven has a starbucks, I just know that she'll be my barista.