It has taken me a while to review this place considering I've been coming here every Thursday for…read moreclose to 4yrs! Let me start by saying all the staff here and some of the most friendly, patient and knowledgeable of any gaming store I've ever been to. The selection they offer is HUGE. From RPG's to card games and an seeming infinite array of other table top games ranging from silly to serious. Personally, I go here to join a group of DnD players in the gaming table section and can confirm the space is accommodating and free of charge so get here early if you want a good spot. They have drop in style games going on also if you're flying solo. Drink choices are mostly soda, water, CBD drinks, energy drinks and once the bar is open really good draft beer choices. Whoever is responsible for the beer selection is certainly a bonafide beer nerd. The food is all snack-y (chips, beef jerky, sweets, etc.).

DO NOT SHOP HERE…read more Heads up: these people charge more for sealed TCG products than the scalpers on eBay. They will rob you blind with a smile. I was blown away to see sealed SPC on eBay is 260 and at this shop it's 379. Shameful. Beware, they are worse than scalpers.

The atmosphere is welcoming and the staff provides outstanding customer service. They go the extra…read moremile to help find items I was looking for. If you are looking for a respite from the stress of life, come into this space and get re-charged.

True Portland gem! New Renaissance Bookshop is more than…read morejust a bookstore--it's a soulful sanctuary. The selection is incredible: oracle cards, postcards, spiritual and self-help books, a sweet children's section, sage, palo santo, crystals galore, bath and body products, and sacred items from Taoist, Hindu, Christian, and Islamic traditions. I was especially touched by the presence of Mary Magdalene-inspired merchandise. The store is beautifully arranged and inviting, and the staff are kind, knowledgeable, helpful. Whether you're exploring a new path or deepening your current one, New Renaissance is a must-visit. I highly recommend supporting this beautiful, heart-centered small-business!

Cute table top board games store in Oregon City. They have great selection of games including used…read moreones with lower prices. Like many game stores there are tables and chairs to play them in and events for enthusiasts. And they do have Pokémon cards. Love the decor! There is a lighted faux tree inside that extends to the ceiling w/characters in the branches. Various parts of the store is decorated with gnomes. Check out my photo of one in karate gear and pose. The backyard and patio area is decorated even more gnomes and wildlife. Customer service is helpful and polite. Street parking was fine on a Friday holiday. A delightful shop overall. 4 stars!

Friendly neighborhood game shop. Staff has always been super helpful over the years, especially…read morewith getting sought after TCG in the current market. They have a great list system for releases and are diligent about following up and they don't mark up the pricing. They host game nights, etc., and the store offers an array of board games, card games, and lots of puzzles. Our 5 year old had a blast sorting through some of their lil jars of figures and cards to take home. Took home a new domino set on our most recent visit as that is our daughter's current obsession!

Loved this candy store! Walking-in, I felt the fun atmosphere with sweets and fun toys everywhere…read more The selection was great and there tons of variety from unique sodas to candy from all over the world. What caught my eye were the staff-created blind bags. The staff even illustrated the art on the bags too! I got one for $11.99 and it was worth the value! The bag contained all sorts of candies which I loved to sample. The staff were also super nice and personable. This shop is a must when visiting Downtown Portland. It's great for all ages and a great place to sample unique candies and get gifts for others.

Order: Bottle Caps and gum balls…read more Pros: soooooo they are one of the few stores that carry bottle cap candy! I came in and got the last 3 boxes wooohoo! I went to so many stores to try and find and they had them! Cons: I wanted gum ball's too but they only had the gum-ball machine. Other candy stores have a more robust candy selection this store has just a few items.

This was our first time visiting this store, and wow -- we were so impressed! The staff and overall…read moreservice completely exceeded our expectations. I've been to several local baby stores, and this one easily stands out as the best. The store is bright, welcoming, and well-organized. Every single staff member we interacted with was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. We came specifically to check out strollers because we were overwhelmed with online reviews and needed to see them in person. The team here was amazing -- they patiently walked us through each option and gave clear demonstrations. What really stood out was that they allowed us to take the strollers outside for a real test run, complete with a demo baby. All we had to do was provide our IDs. This made a huge difference since testing a stroller on the sidewalk feels totally different than just pushing it around indoors. They have a great selection of strollers and car seats. I do wish there were more budget-friendly options, but overall, we had a fantastic experience and truly appreciated the staff's kindness and support!

I went in 20 minutes before they closed just hoping to take a quick peek at the floor models they…read morecarried. I came in VERY overwhelmed after about 48 hours of researching too many options. One of the sales clerks (I didn't catch her name) immediately asked if I had questions and started to show me the one model I had been most interested in. She asked some thoughtful questions and ended up showing me a couple different options and even mentioned some upcoming models that aren't released yet that would be better suited for what I was looking for. I literally didn't buy anything and was there for maybe 10 minutes but had such a positive interaction and left feeling so much less confused and overwhelmed. Will definitely be back for some more shopping when it's closer to my due date!

Owner is awesome. Seems to really care about his customers. Great prices and variety.read more

Easily one of the best comic shops I've ever been in. It can take hours browsing everything new,…read moreold, vintage, and everything in between. Tons of selection whether it's Marvel, DC, a different publisher, or it's anime. They pretty much have everything. Great place for collectors. With two floors and a back room, you'd be hard pressed to not find at least something you like. Prices are fair, customer service is fine. Check this place out if you love comics and are in the area!

I think I could've spent several hours here just browsing at all the things and buying gifts for my…read more2, 5, and 7-year olds. Outside of big retailers, there aren't many good, physical toy stores left and this one has all the feels of being a kid and going into a toy store with wondrous delight everywhere you turn. Here, it's not on app on the screen: Touch, feel, and see the toys because they've got new stuff and "oh my gosh, remember this?!" stuff. There is something for almost every age group and a nice price range of items to choose from as well: stuffed animals, puzzles, stickers, cute pens, toy cars, wooden toys, legos, and so much more. I almost missed the "hidden" book section in the back! I do agree with another yelper that the employees are rather aloof and a bit unhelpful, but there isn't much one can help, unless you are looking for something specific and you're in a hurry. If you have kids and/or you're looking for gifts/rewards, this place is def a must-stop!

I have been shopping at Kids at Heart when I come to Portland on business for quite some time. I…read moredid again this weekend. I have experienced a pattern of somewhat unfriendly behavior by some staff working at this store before, but really thought nothing of it until a recent experience both in their store and outside of. I will add however that not all employees here can be blamed for the actions of others. I also just happened to attend a birthday party early Sunday evening for my daughter's friend. Another individual was there, who coincidentally owns a retail store in the same area as Kids At Heart, and was explaining after the party to a few of us how he bought some Needoh there and how he was texting other parents ahead of this party that they could find them there too. He went on to say that days later, the owner of Kids at Heart barges in to his store during business hours, in front of his own customers, and accuses him or buying Needoh from her store and selling them at his. Mind you, he is showing us video footage from his phone to back up how outlandish the Kids At Heart owners behavior was and I watched in confusion because he tried calmly explaining to her that it was simply coincidence and she didn't seem to care. What was tacky was how she had no visual proof of her claim, only some he said-she said story, then started going off about prices of items in his store and on his website while shouting some type of action against his store. I could only wonder if she was there for more competitive or territorial reasons, but then I would be guilty of assumption as well. This behavior was all over an extremely popular $5-$15 toy sold at hundreds of other stores, which I see listed on Walmart and Amazon for $30-45. Many of the parents have had to drive around for weeks hunting for these things in preparation of the party, time was running out, and this other business owner kinda saved the day for us by making sure every kid (and some parents) at this party had a Needoh, or ones to gift, so everyone could have the same experience as the birthday girl. The picture I took at this party with one of the same Needoh styles this man purchased from Kids at Heart (and other stores too) kinda proves my point because they clearly ended up at a personal event, not in his store. After hearing this story and seeing proof to back it up, I was shocked by the owner of Kids At Heart and her behavior. I am not one to typically review retail stores and I was not asked to leave this review by anyone involved, but I certainly felt it needed to be done since the owner of Kids At Heart acted in such a hostile way towards another business that supported them. Overall, my experience this weekend combined with the above - I now choose to look elsewhere for children's gifts (and so will a handful of other parents).

A neighborhood toy store that has been around forever. Wonderful toy shop. Great for buying…read morebirthday gifts for kids 10 and under. The staff is very knowledgeable and they gift wrap which is always a plus. The prices are comparable to any other local store. Yes, it's a little bit more expensive than shopping online. However, it's a much better experience and it's nice to not have to go home and fuss with wrapping paper. I wish they carried more options for older kids but this is definitely our go-to for the under 10 crowd.

Nice toy store with lots of options. They have books, art supplies, and such in addition to toys;…read moreit's a good selection and one in which you can find a gift for children of a variety of ages. Their staff was friendly. The store is has a two-tier floor plan, but they have a ramp if you have a stroller or anything with wheels. There's a very small play area for children as well to keep them occupied if needed. The parking for the store is the street parking available here in Multnomah Village.

LOVE this bookstore!! It has such a good selection of books in Japanese and English too! It is so…read morefun to look around in and prices aren't terrible, they're pretty standard. Staff is super friendly too! I'll definitely come back if I get the chance!!!

I'm not the target audience for this store, but I stopped by when shopping for a gift…read more Located off Director's Park, in the historic Guild Theater. It's cool that they kept the sign but it is a little hard to realize this is now the Kinokuniya. They've got a wide array of items - including movies and books/manga, pens and stationary, stickers and charms, mystery boxes of various kinds, items related to popular media, decor, etc. It's fairly narrow aisles and a lot to look at. They have another location in Beaverton.

Pricey albeit a really really cute and thoughtfully decorated toy store…read more The front offers a play area for children while momma and dada go shopping. Vast selection, everything is really cute. The interior is decorated quite nicely and you can find varieties from puzzles to cooking to construction games here.

What you provide to the community and kids. It's far more important and valuable. Great selection…read moreof toys and inspiration.