My daughter is crazy about those squishy NeeDoh ice cubes. We came across this toy store at the…read moreLake Arrowhead Village. Lucky for her, we were able to locate the last NeeDoh ice cube for $3.99. We were excited about the price because anywhere else they priced them at triple amount which I find it so insane. My son bought a small airplane toy and I had to get a Lake Arrowhead magnet for my fridge. Love the prices on those too. Total came to about $13 for all three items which isn't too bad. There were so many toys within the store though. It was a bit overwhelming, but lots of cool stuff. Some toys were pricey and some at reasonable prices. Very entertaining for my kids to browse around. Service was excellent and looking forward to next year visit.

-READ!!... I had a very disappointing experience at this store. The girl working at the register…read morewas rude, gave us attitude, and showed very poor customer service. I was trying to buy squishy needles for my two teenage children, who are only 13 and 14 years old. She refused to sell them to us because, according to her, they were "not kids." The way she handled the situation was unnecessary and made both of my children feel embarrassed, disappointed, and angry. Afterward, I called the store manager to share my concerns and provide feedback. Unfortunately, I felt that the manager didn't seem to care about my point of view or the fact that the interaction had hurt my family's feelings. The way we were treated left me feeling unwelcome. While I can't know the reason for how we were treated, the experience made me wonder whether bias played a role, and it left me feeling as though we may have been treated differently because of our race. No customer should leave a store feeling that way. I am without words after reading other reviews here, that totally make sense on our experience at this store. It is sad to see that my family and I are not the first and definitely not the last people that would have this type of experience at this store. Based on this experience, I would not recommend this store, and I hope management takes customer service and respectful treatment of all customers more seriously.

My friends and I are so glad we walked into Paper & Clay! Rachel was so helpful and kind. She…read morerecommended several books for me and I bought two of them. Her recommendations were really spot on for me and I am excited to read both books once I get back home. Thank you, Rachel : )

This is the best little bookstore, a true gem! It's got a fantastic selection of books from all…read moregenres, and the owner has yet to steer me wrong with a book recommendation. There's also a charming kid's room with books, toys, and a little reading area. You really need to check this place out if you're visiting Lake Gregory this summer.

Not a very welcoming environment I felt attacked and singled out last couple of times I came even…read morespoken to harshly. I purposely let a mother and daughter go in front of me so I could observe the treatment that they would receive when buying Needohs they let the family in front of me make a purchase mother & daughter but when it was my turn I was spoken to harshly with a negatively I let them know it was for a friend son not my household. I have even witnessed another family prior different day where they were told okay this time only. We stand out from the rest And get treated as so. Not okay Wife and husband seem kind but then theirs the bulldog. I just don't think it's fair that I can't make a separate purchase for a friend who has to work. I don't see this getting better because it's a choice for them to pick n choose who to treat kindly & sometimes being a regular is bad as well since I go in often. Now I feel anxious about this place. So sad

HOW RUDE!!! I had a…read morereally disappointing experience at this store today. I came in with a couple of friends my age because we were looking for a specific toy. From the moment we walked in, the employees were hovering over us and watching us in a way that felt extremely uncomfortable and unnecessary. We were not being loud, disruptive, or disrespectful, we were simply browsing. As we were about to check out, one of the employees told us we were "free to leave," and verbatim, "we don't need your five bucks." The tone was rude, dismissive, and completely uncalled for. We had every intention of making a purchase, and there was no reason for us to be treated that way. Being watched so closely and then spoken to like that felt incredibly disrespectful. It also raised concerns for me about whether we were being treated differently because of how we looked. No customer should feel singled out or unwelcome when they walk into a store simply trying to buy something. Respect goes both ways. Customers deserve to be treated with basic courtesy, regardless of their age or appearance. I hope this is taken seriously so that no one else has to experience the same kind of treatment because it was absolutely disgusting.

They are fabulous, great atmosphere and has great collection of Pokemon and Magic the gathering…read morecards and comics! They host at their other locations, Card tournaments , Magic the gathering game nights ... my son has made friends and it has wonderful people attending! I give them a five star rating! Well done Crestline Comics!

Awesome little shop on the mountain and one of the best places to pick up comics and cards. Always…read morehelpful and the new location is clean and comfortable while browsing through the excellent selection. Even if something is not in stock they are always willing to help me find what I'm looking for, thanks guys you rock!

June of 2025 the movie F-1 was released and Hot Wheels promoted the collectible race car toy model…read more I ordered it thinking it would be shipped within 2 to 3 weeks but of course back ordered! Now nearly a year later May 2026 finally it arrived lol i surely thought i got scammed for online shopping. Value of the toy model is outstanding!

I needed to get toys to donate to the CHiPs For Kids toy drive. This is a neat little toy store at…read morethe Mattel warehouse. GPS sent me down the wrong street but it is fairly easy to find. Look for the sign that indicates the toy store overflow lot and turn to the left to find the store entrance. Plenty of parking in the lot. Pricing is at least 50% off retail with a free membership that you can sign up for while checking out. The sale items are discounted even more. There is something for everyone here including adults. Staff members are friendly and helpful. Stock is replenished often and there is a variety of brands available. Limit is 50 for the same item. Be sure to take the time to peruse through everything. One tip is, if you see something you like, put it in your cart immediately. It may not be there during a second round of browsing. True story.

Great products and great people! Never disappoints! Unique gifts with a great artisan and rustic…read morevibe.

If you happen to be near this store at all, STOP IN…read more This is the ideal place to stop by for so many things. If you want to treat yourself, or find a gift for anyone, it can be found here - easily. From spices to teas, to candles and incense, to local clothing to fragrances, to books, you name it, it's here. It's all served in a very open, neat, bright, environment that also smells lovely and as a bonus is safe.

Thankfully I live a couple hours away because my wallet would take a beating!…read more The toy selection is unique and well curated. I wanted to buy so much stuff for my friends' kids and I but instead opted for just a few items. I purchased a LCR game kit, two toy planes, a sticker booklet and some NBA trading cards. The sticker book was a hit! It kept the kids occupied for a while. I paid about $40 which was not bad. They accept cash or card. The owner was friendly and thorough. She logs all items purchased manually which was impressive. We had a great experience and I highly recommend paying a visit when in the area!

Really amazing store with wonderful owner, 41 years in this business! If you love teddy bears,…read moretoys and plush of all kinds, please go here! She's got miniatures and educational toys and fun stuff for kids of all ages. My sock monkeys got a new dining room set today!

this place is the..... BEST!!! All the staff are kind and helpful, and they know your niche…read moreinterests! This place has (for my anime people): Nendoroids, Figures, Plushies, Minifigs!! Theres also chiikawa, Sanrio, and good stuffed animals! For the younger kids interests, theres Barbies, pokemon, board games, all the stuff! It's a bit pricey tho. . . .

I was shopping here with my daughter-in-law and my 1-year-old grandson, doing some early Christmas…read moreshopping. We had about $200 worth of toys picked out and were heading to the register. Like most grandparents trying to survive a shopping trip with a toddler, I handed my grandson a cheap little $6 jump rope in a box to keep him occupied. Apparently, this was my first mistake. When I got to checkout, the employee informed me that I was required to purchase the jump rope because my 1-year-old had put it in his mouth. I was stunned. In all my years of shopping, I have never encountered such an absurd and unreasonable demand. The item was boxed, undamaged, and perfectly sellable. Yet I was treated as though my toddler had somehow rendered it unusable. What happened next was even worse. When I questioned the policy, another employee with purple hair inserted herself into the conversation with a shockingly hostile attitude. Rather than calmly explaining the situation, she was confrontational, dismissive, and unnecessarily rude. Her behavior was completely unprofessional and reflected terribly on the store. Customer-facing employees should know how to speak to people respectfully, especially when dealing with a reasonable question from a paying customer. If this is truly store policy, then management should make it clearly visible instead of allowing employees to spring it on customers at checkout. More importantly, management should seriously address how these employees interact with customers. Their conduct was unacceptable and deserves immediate attention. No customer should be spoken to in the manner I was. I paid for the jump rope simply because I wanted to end the unpleasant interaction, and then I put back the approximately $200 worth of toys I had intended to purchase. After being treated so poorly, there was no chance I was rewarding that behavior with additional business. What bothered me most was not the six dollars. It was the appalling customer service. I have shopped here many times before and have always had positive experiences. This encounter was completely different. The employees involved were rude, aggressive, and seemed far more interested in creating conflict than helping a customer. I sincerely hope management reviews this incident and reprimands the employees involved. Their behavior was unacceptable, damaging to the store's reputation, and ultimately cost the business a loyal customer and hundreds of dollars in sales. I hope the $6 jump rope was worth them losing a $200 sale and all other future sales. I will be taking my business elsewhere. I will not be returning, and I would strongly caution others to expect better treatment elsewhere. No wonder this business only has 2 1/2 stars . The guy who was the first to demand payment was Ernesto.

The ArToy is an absolute gem…read more The owner is the sweetest person - super helpful and so happy to be there. There are so many blind boxes, gashapon, and figurines! They also have a few small claw machines. Overall a great variety of items to choose from. Prices are very fair for both tokens and merchandise; they're definitely comparable to or slightly cheaper than bigger stores. They also have a trade section for blind buys and a fun game to try for more prizes if you turn in your empty capsules! Plenty of parking in their shared public lot. Very chill ambiance - not too overstimulating but definitely a fun vibe to shop around in. I adore how the owner has decked out the store. My family and I had the best time here. 1000/10 recommend!

An adorable toy store, with an endless amount of blind boxes and gashapon toys available for…read morepurchase. There is ample parking in front of the store and around the corners. We came half an hour before closing, and decided to take a little walk around the shop. The exterior is brightly lit with captivating lights and the machines itself are blinking at you, asking you to spend your money! The prices were consistent and decently priced. Since we were window shopping, we didn't ask for any support but a couple next to us did. The person at the register was very friendly and had wonderful energy! If you're finding a specific toy, this place is sure to have it. I didn't end up purchasing anything tonight since I came from the POP MART in Costa Mesa, but I know where to go when I need to!