Core is the best shop to go to in the Pasadena Area. They have the best selection you can find, and…read morethe prices may be up there at times but it's still better then anywhere else. The gentleman at the front Darwin is always very helpful, conversational, and easy going. Every time I see him he makes the experience a great one.

Visited CoreTCG for the first time and had a great experience. Darwin provided excellent customer…read moreservice--he was knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely kind throughout my visit. He took the time to answer my questions and made everything easy to navigate, which I really appreciated as a first-time customer. Prices were also very fair, with some items even discounted compared to what I've seen online and at other stores. Overall, a really solid shop with great service. I'll definitely be back.

The associates here are train people. If you need anything that has to do with model railroading…read morethis is the place you need to go. They stock everything from books brass locos. They also give great advice. Everyone is great and knowledgeable. They know their business. Service and selection is excellent.

vintage model train store with lots of scale collections…read moreAdjacent to Downtown Pasadena Good value and service Friendly and helpful staff

Very responsive, fantastic inventory of paints, models etc. and fast shipping. Burbank provides…read moretracking along with updates so that you are aware of your order.

Great selection of model kits (I'm a Gundam dude), great price range, great selection of tools,…read morepaint, etc. Staff are amazing, super friendly and helpful. I don't see myself going to any other shops that BHH. The downside is: I CAN'T STOP BUYING KITS AND TOOLS! :) On a more serious note, I would recommend BHH to any collector, beginner or seasoned!

I've been here a couple of times over the years. My sister and brother-in-law, who both went to…read moreCaltech and are huge board game geeks, recommended it. A few weeks ago I was looking to get some games to play with my family. My sister gave me 3 recommendations (Ito, Things in Rings, Hot Streak). I walked in and, after taking a few rounds through the densely stocked rows and shelves, and, not finding any of them, asked for help. They had two of the games so I got them. We've played Things with Rings (basically figuring out Venn diagram categories) several times at family game night and are starting to get the hang of it. It's a large shop (especially for games and figurines), and they host events too. Definitely a fun place to browse and get new games.

I've been coming here to play board games since it was still called Game Empire. They later changed…read moreowner and converted to Odyssey Games, but for the most part, everything feels the same. They have a wide selection of games available to play on-site, and if you end up liking one, you can also purchase it. There's no charge just to sit down and play, which makes it a great place to hang out with friends and enjoy board games together. The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable, and they carry a solid variety of games. If you want more privacy, they also have a second floor that you can reserve for game nights. They have parking at the back and street parking. I never had a problem parking here. Overall, this is a great spot to hang out, play games, and even meet new people. They also sell snacks and drinks, so you can stay awhile. I'd definitely recommend it if you're into board games or just looking for a fun, low-pressure place to spend some time.

I just wanna say one of the best shops out there!! always great stuff and they always buy at the…read morebest price... I went to another shop they other day and swear I got scammed out of what I sold to them but it was the only thing in the area so I took it..but after that Project CCG is the only shop I will be doing business with thank yall for doing such a great job!!

Eh - not very enthusiastic or helpful people Behind the…read morecounter. Everything is priced very high. A very good selection of singles and slabs for sure. But the vibe is less of a community shop , which is fine. Just a corporate feel and very profit driven only. Encourages me to pay in cash for a discount

Went to have a painting framed, that I've had since the 90's…read more It was done by a family member and I am quite fond of it. A pretty good reproduction of an original Gauguin that happens to be in a nearby Pasadena art museum. Well, we paid a visit to Hobby Lobby, as we were picking up some things from nearby Whole Foods. The store occupies Sear's old location on Foothill. It's a huge place and designed to get you to walk around for things as signage isn't plentiful or helpful. Shelves are high so unless you are very tall you need to search around, guess they took that cue from Costco, it works if you aren't in a hurry. We were happy to find they had a framing department and also a fabric area, which, since the sad closing of JoAnne's, I was glad to see for the ghost of my mother who enjoyed sewing. I'm focusing on the Framing department and the friendly efficient gentleman in charge of that department, his name is Theo. He was helpful and friendly from the start. Their framing prices are posted as 50% off, which sounded great, but I guess the original prices need to be considered before seeing this as a good deal. Well, we checked on one style which had always been our original style we felt appropriate for this art work. We visited Tahiti a couple of years ago and and saw some Gaugain copies framed in a similar style, it works very well, so we inquired as to cost and estimated the size as we didn't have the painting with us. It was very reasonable compared to the frame shops we have checked over the decades, yes, decades! It was a very fair price, not knowing the quality of the work was something to consider, but Theo was very efficient and knew his products and was very meticulous. We could tell we were in very good hands. We were quoted, less the 50%, a little under $100 before tax. A very fair price. We were given a "finish by date", and 5 days before that date I gave a call to check on status, I was told it would be done in a couple of days. I was surprised and happy to receive a message later that day from Theo that our framing job was finished and available for pick up. We got over there that evening and Though Theo was gone then, a nice young lady got our finished product for us. It looked very nice. She walked us and the painting up to the lone cashier, as that is their policy, and we waited in line to pay. They did open another register as the line was about 6 people deep. I'm not going to get into their company politics, but over all it was a positive experience, especially thanks to Theo and his friendly, knowledgeable service and framing skill. Thanks Theo!

1st time here for some Holiday Decorations for a Christmas event. Pretty cool one stop shop…read more Inventory is pretty cool and has a good variety. However, Many employees suck! 2 older ladies really take the cake. Their names seem to be incorrect according to manager and associates. She Returned and emptied my cart 2x and said I abandoned my cart with all my goodies. I will not come back here again!

On a rainy afternoon, my 9-year-old son and I stumbled upon this unassuming little shop tucked away…read moreon the second level above an urgent care. As a middle-aged father looking for a hobby we could share that didn't involve screens or video games, I'd read a bit about Gunpla and decided to give it a shot. What a find! The owner was incredibly helpful and patient with us, taking the time to understand what we were looking for and guiding us to first sets that were perfect for our skill levels. His enthusiasm was genuine, and it made the whole experience fun and welcoming, never overwhelming for complete beginners like us. The prices are very reasonable, which is a huge plus when you're testing out a new hobby with your kid. We both walked out with our own kits, and I have to say, I'm just as hooked as my son! Building these models has been a surprisingly relaxing and rewarding experience, and I'm already looking forward to tackling more complex builds and refining them. I'm planning to return soon to pick up a few more sets for Christmas gifts and to expand my own collection. If you're looking for a screen-free activity to share with your children or just want to explore the world of Gunpla, I highly recommend stopping by this shop. The passion and knowledge of the owner really make all the difference.

I work in Alhambra and have never seen this place. Its extremely hidden inside the Urgent Care…read morecenter, upstairs. It is inside the teal building. The stairs are pretty steep going up and down, so be careful. No elevator from the front, but I dont recall there being an elevator in the back . There is parking in the back or street parking. It is a really small shop but the store owner is really friendly and will assist with placing orders for pick up or just help you in general. My husband shops here more than I do, but the prices are reasonable considering the recent tariffs and tax increases.

Hypnotized Hobbies is a toy shop located within the Shop mall. They have a huge collection of car…read moretoys, DBZ, anime swords, wallets, stuff toys etc. Prices were expensive. Male staff was nice. Store vibe was okay. Overall, it is a decent toy store to check out.

Great service nice staff. Very wide and awesome selection of Funko pops, blind bags, and die cast…read more Items are placed at a reasonable price.

stopped by yesterday and had a blast testing all my tamiya 4wd mini on their track! sadly sundays…read moreare more on card tournament all day so i had the track for myself and hoping that i didnt disturbed them . gonna try and come back in the future.

A wide selection of cards for hobbyists that include Pokémon, Digimon, Magic the Gathering, and One…read morePiece Trading Cards. They host tournaments as well, and have plenty of tables and chairs for casual play. It seems like locals and visitors drop by to check out this spot. The first time we came, we did not receive the best customer service. We were asking for what cards they had available and the person at the counter had short answers and we were ignored no matter how many times we tried to get their attention. The second time we came, it was much friendlier and warm. They shared with us that tournaments for One Piece tournaments happen (at least for now) on Thursdays and Sundays. We are still "shopping" around for an LCS but we will definitely keep them in mind and come to a tournament to check out the community. I like how the shop has an open space feel to it and offer some food and drinks.

While shopping for mofusand toys online, my search lead me to Top Canvas. For those of you who love…read moretoys and collectibles, this store offers a wide variety of merchandise. Located on the corner of Main Street and Garfield Ave, it is a great place to visit while going for a stroll in the heart of downtown Alhambra. Plenty of great eateries and cinemas in the vicinity as well. A free parking garage is conveniently accessible right behind the shop, in addition to street parking. Although the shop is small, they were able to feature hundreds of items without it being overwhelming. As a newbie to the current line of collectibles, Top Canvas serves as a great introduction to the new trend. As I walked in, a young woman politely greeted me and offered me assistance. Upon request, she promptly directed me to the Mofusand plushies and a wall of keychains. She took down the plushies from the shelves, so I could take a good look at all of them. And then, I spotted one very adorable Hello Kitty plushie holding a strawberry which totally makes a great Valentine's Day gift. For less than twenty bucks, I quickly secured my choice and went on to explore the rest of the shop. The average prices range from $9.99 to $29.99, so you can build up your collections without breaking the bank. Top Canvas is a great place for buying gifts on a budget, as they offer so many cute things for under $20. I also purchased 2 Lokiki blind box plushies as gifts. The gift recipient seems to love it, because it's always fun to open up a blind box. She totally adores her Lokiki plushie. Without a doubt, the highlight of my visit is the wall of Mofusand keychains! At $9.99 each, big or small, these are just too darn cute to pass up. I want them all!! Some of the more expensive and fragile collectibles are showcased behind glass. Great for avid collectors!! Tired of shopping on Amazon like me?? Then support your local business and come to Top Canvas. It's so much more fun to go shopping at a brick-and-mortar store where one can actually physically feel and touch what they're buying.

Top Canvas is one of many collectible stores in Alhambra and this store specializes in various…read moreblind boxes, anime figures, and plushies. There is a free public parking structure behind the store. Some of their blind boxes are slightly cheaper than same boxes at other similar collectible stores. The anime selection is above average and there's a giant Capsule Corp background (from Dragon Ball) and a giant Luffy figure (from One Piece) to take pictures with. The One Piece trading card vending machine was out of service at the time of my visit. This is one of those stores that is great to at least stop by for those who are into anime or Sanrio plushies. Personally, I still prefer Ebisu Life Store a bit better. P.S. - Due to limited availability of pennies, cash totals are rounded to the nearest $0.05.