I went here over the weekend and enjoyed looking at the comic selections. Continental Comics had a…read moredecent amount of new comics, but a crap load of back issues. I was looking for Uncanny X-Men Bronze Age, they carried more than a lot of comic books stores would have. If you're looking for other back issued, I can almost guarantee they're going to have a big selection of that title. If you're looking for back issues, you should check this place out. By the way, they sell Funko's!

Came here after going here a lot in my childhood. Didnt know if the owner was that creepy and just…read moreweird back then maybe i didnt notice because i was a kid. But yeah he definitely has simpsons comic book guy condescending vibes mixed with A LOT of creepiness. Being in the store with just you and him is not pleasant. He doesnt look intimidating but you wander if theres any bodies in the back somewhere...

Possibly the best comic book store in the Valley. Been going for years, mostly on FCBD in May, and…read morethey handle that event really went despite the crowd. They also have a lot of signing events, which is pretty cool! Really appreciate that they have a very welcoming atmosphere. The staff are super helpful and take time to chat with you and give solid recommendations. Been to other stores that feel very judgey and just want you out ASAP. Collector's Paradise is the complete opposite. Layout is nice and spacious giving room to browse. The sections by author took me a while to get used to. Good selection and I love that authors randomly drop in and sign copies (and the store sells them at face value).

Wow, I did not know what to expect when I came here to pick up some gifts for my friend's birthday!…read moreBut this place was a nerdy fan's paradise, indeed (this is not derogatory, I am a fellow nerd)! Super nice and helpful guy at the front (I did not catch his name, but I will be sure to get it next time!). Prices were great and the selection was nice and wide! Signed up for their book club cuz I WILL be back. Thanks for the positive experience!

This shop its the best in the valley... They very nice…read more Good prices They willing to negotiate They accept zelle Good attitude They have really good pokemon cards from every set you can think of..ill give toys of the universe 10 out 10....

cool toys, but not very welcoming. rude to my kids asking questions. just a terrible experience…read moreoverall. imagine being excited to buy some things from a store, but entering without a simple "hello".. i was told by peers to enter without caution as they e experienced the same unwelcome treatment. bad enough for my kids to feel uncomfortable..so never again

They could be honest and not ripp people off on their word. They claim to be an honest…read moreestablishment but conduct petty transactions due to their profit scamming business. They only want your money and will do anything to obtain it by any possible dirty way possible. I left my artwork there for a few years because the Owner said would be there on collateral. Once I had the money to pay and agreed on the settlement he refused to give my artwork back and lost about at least 2.5k worth of artwork. Don't support this shitty, hand me down business because they will ultimately fuck you over

Amazing place! It's always nice to find a new spot with great things and even more so great people…read more Stayed open later so I could come and check it out. Found some great pieces. Look no further...this is the spot!

Galaxy of Comics is a cool comic books, toys, manga, Funko Pops, and everything pop culture…read moreone-stop shop in Van Nuys, California! The staff are very welcoming and definitely treat their customer as VIPs. From browsing the store (where they will assist you with their superb pop culture knowledge), playing their cool coin-op arcade games, and giving excellent deals with their wide array of comic books. The best part of the store is their Comic Book Back Issue shelf, wonderfully arranged alphabetically where you can easily navigate thousands of comic books with ease (make sure to pull the drawers, the fun of navigating still expands within it!). Overall Galaxy if Comics is a highly recommended Comic Book Store to Shop! Visit, Shop, and See For Yourself! Enjoy Shopping!

This is a really middle of the road shop for a couple reasons. To begin with positives, the…read moreselection of back issues is great. They have some stuff that other shops in the valley don't even know about. The selection of new books is great, too. They are well organized, probably the best organization i've seen in a long time at a comic shop. The negatives: prices are way too high for what are basically reader copies, and the presence of the cats in the shop negates the concept of these being "pet free books". Many of the back issues are clearly a bed for the cats, complete with destroyed bags and boards, where the very cute cats have shredded them. Despite this shop having a good stock, the asking prices on every back issue are 2-3$ higher than what I believe is fair. In addition to that, the employees are not terribly welcoming. The gentleman running the counter was downright dismissive, I didn't even get a hello when I walked in the door and made eye contact. I didn't get a single word as I browsed the stacks for at least twenty minutes. The lady working here had a conversation with my wife about the cats, and even talked to my wife about her clothes, but neither employee engaged with me whatsoever. It felt like they thought i was there to cause trouble, even when making a purchase. In addition, this shop is guilty of one of my biggest pet peeves on the planet: not selling displayed merchandise. On the front counter, two small statues were displayed, but when I asked if they were for sale, I was told they still needed to be researched. Man, do it right now, i'm holding the money in my hand for them. In a store with no other customers, and nothing pressing happening, why would you not take two minutes to check the item price on ebay, or even better yet, decide for yourself what seems like a fair price instead of turning away a paying customer? If the item isn't for sale, take it off the sales floor. Stock is excellent, organization is excellent, prices are not good, and customer service is decidedly bad. It feels like the male employee is either suspicious of everything, or gatekeeping the hobby for some reason. I did not feel welcome here.

While their Winnetika location is my local shop, I always try to stop by the NoHo Collector's…read moreParadise whenever I'm in the area. The staff is beyond friendly and, even though this location is small, it has a fantastic array of comics and other collectables. Even with my pull list at their other location, I always find something I have to pick up on my quick visit. They also have fantastic signings here throughout the year so there's a good chance that you can meet either one of your favorite writers or be introduced to your next obsession. My only complaint isn't even their fault & it's the parking. Like most of this area of NoHo, it's all limited street parking with meters or you're going to have to cross your fingers that you can find something in the residential streets in the area. But honestly, it's worth it. If you live in the area and are looking for your new favorite neighborhood shop, this is it.

Well dang. And the response from the owner isn't great either. I guess he has a point, There's…read moresomething to be said for the adage fool me once shame on you fool me twice shame on me, but I always feel in niche communities we need to do our best to support every business, and maybe with a different response I would have changed my review, but also...who the heck is checking the yelp rating on a comic book store before you go? Just go.

I was having a disagreement with other people at the store and he walks over and says "Get the fuck…read moreout of my store!" I tell him I'm going to lodge a complaint against him with the owner and he says "I'm the fuckin' owner!", which was a lie, as a suspected, because he initially identified himself as the manager. l He escorts me to the door and threatens to "call the fuckin' cops." He was the rudest employee I've ever encountered anywhere.

Went in for Pokemon singles. They have a system where you search cards on a tablet that has pricing…read moreand condition. They were adamant that you use the system to even take a look at cards. There were a couple employees available and I asked to see a couple cards but they insisted I type it into the system, select all the cards I'm interested in, then select check out, and THEN an employee would gather the cards for me to view. The first couple of cards I tried to type in were not found in the system but were in the display case. The employee suggested I type the card number (e.g. 2/108) and that did not work either. Finally I found a card I liked in the system but when I looked up that particular card, it appeared to have 2 versions, both near mint but different prices. When asked about the difference in prices, the person behind the counter took 10 minutes to research the cards and change the prices to even higher than originally listed - stating there was only 1 version of the card and they were mislabeled in the system. At this point, he finally showed me the cards and they were objectively not near mint. I wanted to get a closer look to see how played they were but they would not let me see the card outside the sleeve even when I requested that they take it out themselves if they were scared I would damage the card. He then again took the time to inspect the cards himself and correct the listed condition of the cards in their system while he had me wait. I asked if they would honor the original listed price from when I walked in but they said no. With that, and my not being able to make my own, closer inspection on the condition, I ended up not buying anything since I had no baseline to go off to see if it was worth buying for myself. Even without making a purchase, it was an awkward, uncomfortable shopping experience. The sealed product was comparatively much higher than the current market prices. There is a decent selection of singles but their tablet system was misleading and inconsistent. The selections were not good enough to entice me to come back. Be careful in your own price checking when coming to this place.

Blast From the Past is such a fun and welcoming collectibles store! The staff were friendly,…read moreattentive, and enthusiastic about the collectibles. Allen especially took the time to talk with us about his collection and listened to our collecting journey. The store truly has a little bit of everything- Pokémon cards, Star Wars memorabilia, Spider-Man cards, figurines, comic books, vinyl records, and many unique memorabilia. Whether you are a serious collector or simply enjoy browsing nostalgic treasures, there is plenty to discover. There is also ample parking, and the inviting atmosphere makes it a place we would happily return to. Highly recommended for collectors and anyone looking for a fun, friendly shopping experience! Thanks Allen for the Pokemon and Spider-Man cards :)

Come here when I am looking for gifts and a fun shopping experience…read more Walked in today looking for a niche toy, they didn't have it. But Alan recommended 3 local stores where I could probably find it. And I did!!! Customer service doesn't get more top notch than that. Alan was my hero of the day.

Super clean, nice vibe, they keep the A/C blowing nice and fresh. Vibes are immaculate soon as you…read morewalk through the doors. An abundance of things to choose from. No sports though, but everything else is here. Service was smooth and efficient. Lots of variety to choose from & prices are competitive.

Where to start Let's start with good…read more Great selection Great value get a lot for your buck The bad Don't ask any questions Or any help staff can't be bothered to help

I have done business with Kyle and Kari of Arroyo Estate Sales for nearly five years, from buyouts…read moreto full estate sales. I also began attending many of the sales they run because they are always well marketed and thoughtfully executed. Both Kyle and Kari are incredibly knowledgeable, each bringing their own areas of expertise. Together, they have a deep understanding of a wide range of items and are exceptionally well suited to maximize the value of an estate. They also operate with a high level of integrity and run a very tight ship, which I have always appreciated. In all the business we have done together over the years, I have only had positive experiences and would absolutely recommend them. They consistently go above and beyond for their clients, which is something you do not see often.

My New Year's mantra has always been "choose the course of least resistance". I don't always…read moresucceed with that choice but I have absolutely with hiring Arroyo Estate Sales to liquidate massive amounts of inventory I no longer needed. They have done - to date - five sales for me and have done a stellar job. I am really happy with the end result and they paid me promptly. They are well-versed re: value in so many areas and research items to maximize the selling price, did unbelievably effective social media posts to promote the sales and are hands down - really good at what they do! Can you tell I was happy with my experience?