Holy. Cow. I…read morehappened to be searching the web for comic book shops and Big Fun came up in my search. As I was already on High Street, I decided to head further south and stop in. Big Fun is located in the Short North so parking is on the street - either in an open space or at a meter. I parked across the street and about half a block away. A beautiful day for a short stroll. This was my first visit (and first hearing of this place). I was compelled to go because a reviewer online has stated that this place, "looked like a comic shop threw up a toy store." How could I not make the trip??? Big Fun is a shotgun-shack type of building so it is not terribly large. That said, there is enough stuff jam-packed into this store that you could fill another store alongside. Maybe two. I have never, ever seen so much nostalgia/kitsch/collectibles/happiness in one spot. It truly was sensory overload. Every direction that I looked (with the exception of the tiny, narrow floor) had stuff displayed. Shelves, cases, racks, counters...you name it. There was even stuff hanging from the ceiling. Before you even enter the shop there is stuff to look at in the windows. A lot of stuff. But inside? Prepare to crane your head a full 360 degrees. That's up, down, and side to side. I visited here on a Wednesday near lunchtime and the place was hopping. Several families inside along with a staff of about 4 or 5. And me. It's narrow anyway but adding about 15-20 people in there really made for some juggling for space. To everyone's credit, we all behaved and played nicely and everyone got to see everything they wanted to. I cannot begin to accurately catalog all that was offered, but here is a tiny sampling of items to delight: action figures, models, bumper stickers, magnets, keychains, dolls, puzzles, games, novelties - retro stuff, too, like you would have seen in the back of comic books or the old Johnson Smith catalogs, Lego body parts, candy, toys...etc., etc., etc. Prices were extremely reasonable and covered the gamut from inexpensive to collectible. A price for everyone! This store is a visual carnival and the staff is fabulous. Chatty, friendly, very helpful. I absolutely must return to look again because I know that I did not see everything. It's like visiting the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C. You have to go multiple times in order to see it all. This place is Big Fun, indeed.

Amazing shop that has a wide range of collectibles. The prices range is also great, there is…read moredefinitely something for everyone here. I highly recommend checking them out especially if you are looking for a unique gift this Christmas.

Good team store, bigger than most with lots of variety. Prices are standard NHL prices…read more What really matters here though is the service. The staff knows exactly what they have in stock so you don't have to search through. They'll also make suggestions and recommendations which is ease oaky nice when trying to decide between jersey styles and sizes. Why gets then 5 stars though? I left my sunglasses behind and they held on to them for me behind the counter and recognized me and handed them over.

Darby was such amazing help with my Stadium Series Jersey! She went above and beyond, had great…read morecommunication, and I was able to receive my jersey in time for the big game! Thank you Darby!

I've been to many hotels, and some will have little, itty bitty shops to sell amenities that…read moretravelers forgot/misplaced. This is that and so much more. Yes, it's more expensive than if you went out of the hotel to buy those things, but you're paying for the convenience of not having to leave. This store has not only rescued my disorganized butt on many occasions, and provided a resource for emergency situations, but has also had just the right amount of unexpected things I would want. Examples are: my favorite type of ginger ale, Jelly Belly jellybeans, and (oddly) a strong magnet when one got torn out of a costume I was wearing. I'll gladly pay a little bit more for the helpful stuff they stock.

Believe it or not I've been coming to the convention center for years and I have never seen the…read morestore before until recently. The staff here was moderately friendly and they have a great selection of snacks, drinks and gift items. What I didn't like about the store was that everything is grossly overpriced . A liquid death that's $2 at any other gas station is somehow almost $5 or one can here. The store wasn't very clean either. I will give it a star though because I did think it was cool that they sold cigarettes and beer here . Overall, I wasn't too big about the store nonetheless .

Big fan of this location. The staff are super friendly and always take time to talk to my son and…read moreengage with him. They typically have a great selection of squishies, in particular Taba squishies which happen to be my son's favorite. They sometimes even have Needoh's which he also loves and make the kids I work with very happy as well. Prices are reasonable and they don't mark up the hard to find items either.

I love all the variety of toys and games. Like the variety of fidgets like squishy's, pop its, and…read moretoys and games. One thing that a lot of people I know who go there is that there prices are a lot higher than things you can get at a Kroger or a Walmart. Other than that the store is a good store.

Phenomenal shop. Probably my favorite in Columbus so far. Really nice selection. Great prices…read moreoverall. Great customer service from the staff. I'm traveling via plane or I would have purchased a lot more, but there's only so much room for carry-on!!

Friendly downtown record store, with knowledgeable, chatty staff. Located very near the Ohio…read moreStatehouse. I am impressed that the folks that work here seem to have quite a good handle on the live local music scene, which is a nice distinction and helps him to really stand out. In addition to a great selection of vinyl, they also have some useful supplies available for dedicated record collectors. sometimes record stores can be "dusty" this one is well lit superbly organized, and a joy to visit. I've never been in this store that it hasn't been enjoying heavy foot traffic from other audio fans. This of course is a positive sign that the inventory here is worth coming in and having a look.

Wow! What a cool and amazing store! So glad we stopped in while walking the Short North…read more If you are an eco-conscious shopper this store is for you and it is a nonprofit business. Even if you aren't an eco-conscious shopper, this store has a ton of awesome items - especially if you are looking for a unique/one-of-a-kind gift. We spent a solid 30 minutes in the store, maybe more, because everything is worth looking at. Purses, hats, clothing, jewelry, coffee, home goods, and more! Learning where these products come from was a treat and love the fair trade/environmentally friendly commitment. Your receipt can be sent via email, printed, or both. Staff was nice and friendly. I went with a spoon rest for my kitchen which was crafted in Mexico. I could have bought a couple more things!

I love this chill little gift store. They have such a diverse selection and most (all?) items are…read morefair trade and handcrafted. Staff is lovely and friendly. A bonus for me....gnomes!

My girlfriend and I stopped by the store on June 8, we were instantly intrigued by the name. Once…read morewe got there, we were amazed at the selection of records, CDs, and merchandise. What stood out the most was the amount of death metal, black metal, hardcore/punk, and industrial music they had to offer. The prices were very reasonable, and they had some hard to find records as well. Kim was the employee who helped us and she was very friendly and very helpful as well and talked with us about some of the local bands and events. Definitely recommend!

A great shop at the far end of High Street. Not very large…read morebut very busy. Not many great bargains but you'll find something you are looking for.

What an adorable little shop to stumble upon! Walking around German Village during our recent trip…read moreto Columbus, we came upon this gem. Many little rooms to explore, loaded with art, jewelry, woodworking, trinkets, pottery and more! A beautiful and inspiring shop to find the perfect gift. We'll be back next time we're in town!

I have nice memories of coming here as a child with my grandmother and aunt. I've only been as an…read moreadult once or twice but need to visit more often. It is a lovely shop with many rooms full of jewelry, gifts, greeting cards, seasonal decor, etc. You can spend some time looking at everything. I got some Christmas gifts and a few cards. My aunt reminded me they used to serve hot Constant Comment tea. I'm not sure this is still a thing. It's worth a visit if you haven't yet.

The Laughing Ogre is an amazing local comic book store and a cornerstone to the unique culture of…read morethe Clintonville area of Columbus. Great selection, clean and cozy store, kind and helpful staff. Amazing prices for manga and other graphic novels!! Keep columbus weird

The OG in the area for comic selections! Clean space and knowledgeable staff. Good parking.read more