I keep hoping that comic book stores will sell comic books, but I think I have to accept that that…read moreisn't really the way of the world anymore. There are some small racks for the weeklies, and a few racks of trade paper backs, and other books. But, this is mostly about buying Funko Pops, and t-shirts, and other things. The prices are not competitive, but I suppose it is the type of place where if you know you want... something... and you need it right now, it's the place to go. It's just not the type of shop for me, anymore.

I noticed Conspiracy Comics Games & Anime across from Dollarama when I was at Square One last…read moreSaturday. I was curious to check it out. This store is by mall entrance 9. I saw graphic t-shirts on sale. What stopped me in my tracks were a ton of plushies. It has a good selection of Squishmallows. If you love Funko Pop figurines, you will find a wall full of them and more. It was impressive. I spent a good chunk of time checking them out. I particularly loved the R2-D2 and C-3PO ones. I was delighted to find Grogu Funko Pops. One was a keychain, which I had to purchase. The other was a larger one by the checkout area, on the top left shelf. It looked amazing. I'm sure it costs and arm and a leg. The man at the checkout was friendly and chatty. I signed up for the newsletter. I'm still waiting to see what that's like. There's supposed to be a rewards system coming up. Nice! My Grogu keychain didn't have any tax on it. Sweet! I love it. I paid with a credit card. The transaction was smooth. It was such a small item that I put it in my pocket. I thanked the man and left the store and mall, walking a while to get to my car. I will return to this store. I'd like to get the R2-D2 and Grogu Funko Pop figures. (48)

on pape in between gerrard and the danforth…read more (where?) you know, on the east end, near greektown. (wheres gerrard? pape? is that in the beaches?) ....this might be the dialogue you might be having...understandable if so, because this place is reallly for the neighbourhood folks. itd be great to be a kid living around this neighbourhood and be able to pop into this place after school. its on a street that is mostly residential with some stores on it, but youd have to know the neighbourhood or be a comic fanatic to know of it. that being said, they have an ample supply of action figures; mainly superheroes are to be found and at prices a bit lower than you might find elsewhere. its a small place, so theyll have a bit of everything, with a focus on superhero and action comics. but still, there are graphic novels available and the owner is very helpful and easy to talk to. hell also order in issues that you are looking for if you want. for the sheer convenience, id come here if i knew exactly what i wanted, and because, if the price of the comic is the same as everywhere else (as it usually is) they offer one of those buy 10 get one free (there are conditions of course but the principle still stands). overall it was a great neighbourhood find and i will be back, especially to get successive issues of the superman comic i bought - if its any good!

Looks a little run down on the outside but the space is well utilized. It's really a no frills…read morecomic book store and what one expects it to look like on the inside (i.e. very cramped). The efforts go into the merchandise and service rather than ambiance, and considering the near impossibility for a comic store to muffle that stuffy feeling, I'd settle for what Atomic Age has going. The store houses a good collection of comics and graphic novels, offering new and vintage. And of course, the usual knick knacks at the front counter. The owner is very nice and helpful and will order in issues of series not found on shelves for customers. It's a pretty easygoing place and owner was great with helping me find what I was looking for, but it's a little too packed inside for browsing. Good place to visit if you are able to locate it - it's very small and easily overlooked, and located in a mainly residential neighbourhood. Normally a place like this would get the standard 3 stars but the owner was very helpful and friendly so it gets a bump up.

The best pure comic shop in Toronto, you can find a great selection of comic books and graphic…read morenovels. The staff has gotten so much better since they moved. They have a children's area which has the material from their old Little Island location. I could imagine taking a nibling in there to go comics shopping and having a good time. Entry requires masking which, well, we're still in the middle of a pandemic so protecting the staff and yourselves is just a good idea. The books aren't cheap but they don't overcharge, so that's good; you need to just disabuse yourself of the brain poison that Amazon has infected everyone with.

This review is for curbside pick up during lockdown…read more The Beguiling has moved online and if you've got a connection, you can browse and order for delivery or pick up. Their selection is pretty solid, with lots of titles from smaller publishers and creators overseas already in store, so if you're in a rush for something you thought was obscure, the Beguiling might have you covered! Because they do have a wide selection, and possibly because they are handling a number of orders this season, i did experience a discrepancy between their website vs. in-store inventory. However, the have great online service. When I made an query they were super quick to respond, and they were also very helpful in making alternative suggestions to replace what they didnt have in stock. As for the pick up, they have staff stationed at a partitioned checkout window, so when you arrive you can walk up, give your name and pay for your order safely amd easily. Staff inside also have access to a microphone in case someone's having a hard time hearing. Overall, as they profess, the Beguiling does live up to its claim of premium window shopping. Whether comics and zines are your jam or if you need a zine/comic-related gift for someone else, consider visiting the Beguiling website or strolling up to their shopping window. If you can't visit in person, they also offer free delivery on orders of $80+.

Was there not too long ago and tried to buy some sport singles as they had plenty of boxes behind…read morethe counter. Unfortunately the employee working there at the time was more worried about putting away comics than helping a paying customer. Clearly the employee didn't want to be there and didn't make any eye contact hoping i would leave the store. Very bad customer service and too bad because i had money to spend and i ended up saving it instead.

This is a comic book shop in the old ways of Comic Book shops…read more Remember that scene from 13th Warrior where Antonio Benderas watches the viking ship set ablaze as the king is immolated upon the waves? The vikings turn to Antonio and say, "you will not see this again. It is the old ways." That's Red Nails II. The epic sequel to I know not what. If you're looking for a deep dank basement pit filled with comics, and overpriced books on the wall, then this is your place. It's everything you remembered and loved from the 1980s. Right down to the group of regulars and staff that eye you wearily when you walk in. They'll follow you around the store, and no matter how long you pause at something, they will say nothing. Conversations will stop when you enter, only to start up again when you leave. While I have no doubt that becoming an insider wouldn't be all that difficult, it's a question of whether you'd want to. The world of comic books are changing, and this seems a hold back to the days of snooty shop keeps, and childish fans. Now, this could be wrong. I've only gone in four or seven times. But, the atmosphere is not one I've found of acceptance, and people new to comics have not felt comfortable or helped within. And, when there are so many other shops in the city that do make an attempt to welcome and introduce new customers to an art form, there's little reason to stop here. Unless there's something about the old ways you really truly love. Something comforting; like the sacrifice of doomed loved ones, and those closest to them, amongst the heathenish flames, cast upon the rocky seas.

Based on the selection, I'd say most folks come here either for the comics downstairs or the…read moreextremely large selection of Harlequin romance novels. If you're a fan of either of these genres, The Paperback Exchange could easily warrant a five star rating. Seeing as how I don't have an interest in either, the selection for me was pretty limited. However, after some concerted digging, I plucked a copy of The Memory Keeper's Daughter from the shelf. It kept me entertained on my flight back to New York which is pretty priceless considering that it saved me from flipping through the SkyMall magazine again!

I love this shop! My favourite comic cave with friendly and knowledgeable staff. Need it? I bet…read morethey got it!

This used to be a go to location for me for my comic book needs. Since being bought and changing…read morelocations they have lost passion for comics breeding a location that only tries to pander to what they think people want in pop culture, i.e cards. If you are going to call yourself a comic book store maybe you focus more on COMICS and the collectibles for COMICS. Disappointing and probably won't be returning.

Best Comic Store Ever! They have everything! Came by for Comicfest (Free Comic book day) in the…read morespring and they had so many different comics! They let my son have one of each! Loved the Breaking Back figure but they just had Pinkman. Will be back for Walter White! So much selection. We got the Amulet book series! Your go to Comic Store in Canada!

Probably one of the worst online shops I have experienced in recent years. Claimed a model was in…read morestock then after a week, I asked about it and they claimed they were shipping it shortly. Another week passes with no shipping and they had no interest in actually filling the order. They were slow to respond to my questions, didn't actually have the product in stock and didn't have the balls to admit it. They were quick to refund the order so that is something I guess. What a waste and pathetic excuse for a business.

I'm a huge comic book fan and collect tons of toys and figures, but this place and their overpriced…read morestock rarely if ever gets my business. Although not that much closer, if you shop Silver Snail or 401 games, they offer much cheaper games, toys and statues with much better service. They do have a lot of old stock here for older toys and figures that came out years ago, but this is probably due to their high prices and the fact no one is buying the products. The store also could use a cleaning as it is cluttered with toys and comics all over the place. Not in a good way, in a way that makes you not feel like browsing the aisles and just leaving instead. I'll take my business to 401, the Snail, Comics and More or even the beguiling instead. Much nicer staff and non scalper prices.

Customer service is awesome, knowledge staff. A toy store for adults, definitely have everything…read moreyou're looking for.

i came across an ad that the store was doing (Feb 1, 2026) hoping to sell some of my personal…read morecollection for medical reasons.... well when I asked the (young boy) worker (supposedly he knew the most) how much they take sealed & singles (70%) okay fine. took out my sealed Pokemon pack ($240) so he could look at it. But as he's grabbing it, he smirks & says "oh.... A single pack " mockingly. Fine. Whatever. He's a kid. Then he goes to lift the sealed corner (which was completely sealed) so that it's no longer connected & has the audacity to say it was resealed Needless to say, I will be telling others.