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    Building Blocks Toy Store

    4.7 (79 reviews)
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    Open 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Very cool alphabet blocks with numbers and animals on each block. Many languages offered (but not Aramaic).
    Romana Y.

    I don't know how I've never noticed this shop nestled between businesses along Lincoln Ave in Lakeview, but I recently did one late night and stopped in today to check out their toy selection. I walked in, and was warmly greeted by the team. I noticed - immediately - that I would need a good amount of time in this store bc of the vast selection of items. I was immediately impressed by the selection of toys, books, and stuffed animals. They not only have cute and fun toys for kids, but they had MANY unique items that I had yet to come across in the countless other toy stores I've recently frequented. I spent 45 minutes in the store just browsing the baby section. I found fantastic toys and games, train sets, bath toys, plush stuffed animals, and books! This is my favorite toy store in the greater Chicagoland area, by far! I cannot wait to return for more items soon, with my boy. Luckily, there's a Lincoln Park location, as well! Excellent in customer service, quality of items, and variety of toys!

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    What an amazing and FUN store. Highly recommend. They have a wonderful inventory. You will not be disappointed.

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    This place is awesome!! Lots of toys to choose from and locally owned. Great experience and money well spent

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    Great unique toys. I just picked up the cutest little face masks for some friends' kiddos!

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    So many unique things to choose from that you aren't going to find at Target or Toys R Us and lots of common, big box toys as well!

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