Love love love this place. Reminds me back in grade schooler time in Korea ! Very reasonable price…read moreand you could bring own food and drinks :)

This place has all the latest One piece and Kingdom. A lot of comic book cafe went out of business…read moreand this is the last remaining one. I was so glad that this place is still open!

This little comics and zine store is packed with goodies and extremely well-organized…read more Near a variety of gift shops, restaurants and media marts, Secret Headquarters is a cool little den of comics fun. Their selection is very comprehensive: ranging from Western superhero comics, to alt comics to manga horror. The store is very clearly divided, so the monthly comics are stored on one wall and the trade paperbacks and hardcover editions in the rest. I really enjoyed the minimalistic design: the white walls emphasize the colorful volumes much like a gallery space would its artwork. The clerk on duty was pleasant and helpful as several people came and went in the short time I was there. Comics are typically priced by publisher, so it's unlikely you would be surprised by the price of any of the inventory. Will definitely return.

Nice folks. And cool sh*t, everywhere you look. US indie stuff, underground Euro stuff,…read moreFantagraphics, a little manga, even minicomics and zines. First time I went in I asked for a scifi rec and they said Upgrade Soul. It's since become one of my favorite graphic novels.

I had a great and wonderful experience at Revenge Of. This isn't your typical comic shop, there's a…read moreselection of indie books, pinball machines, video games and cafe! If you haven't gone here you need to go. I wish I stayed there longer, but I was on a strict schedule. The atmosphere is creative and welcoming, with a cool artistic vibe that makes browsing so much fun! The staff clearly knows their stuff and are passionate about books and art. The store was super clean , well organized and easy to navigate through, when with such uniqueness. Overall experience was so unique, I wish i had more time to enjoy the cafe, games and books. Plan on staying here for at least an hour. I love this place! Found it by accident.

After a rainy day in Glendale I looked up the sorts of places I like to visit typically when I'm in…read moreor around greater LA. I was disappointed to see record stores have dried up, but when I looked up comic book stores, this was near the top, and close to where I had lunch. Street parking is fairly easy, and I didn't realize that the first door I passed was another entrance to a café looking area. However, the main entrance was a visually impressive experience in its own right. Full of stimuli basically, that's assured at Revenge of... (the Nerds? Supes?). Love the name! In addition to comics and usual toys and nicknacks, I was delighted to find not one, but two areas devoted to pinball machines! Additionally, the interior design evokes lots of classic (e.g. Silver and Bronze Age) artwork. X-Men and Spider-Man definitely influenced the architectural approach. It's impressive and lends a fun vibe, as well as atmospheric lighting. Two café counters in different areas allow for drinks to be purchased, and lots of nooks and crannies have things ranging from vinyl records, board games, a discounted graphic novels area, as well as recent comic titles and weekly releases (typically on Wednesdays). The back issues are found in X shaped fixtures and spaced in a clever arrangement that simultaneously encourages and enhances browsing, and yet doesn't clutter the walking areas. I found several missing issues for my Conan the Barbarian run, and everything is bagged and boarded (archival terms), so that's good. I didn't explore the pinball machines as I was pressed for time, but I definitely see myself visiting when I'm nearby in the future.

It's really well organized, a lot of vendors and a bit overwhelming, I must say. Bring a friend…read morealong it's a very social heavy area! Depending on who you ask, you may or may not get good customer service.

My review is specifically for that Pokémon dealer in the far left corner when you enter the show,…read morethe one inside that little room. I met Vincent, and he recognized my kids and me - we're noobs when it comes to Pokémon cards and pretty much only buy $1-2 bulk foil cards for fun, and we've walked the floor maybe once before. Vincent is a gem of a dealer and human being. He gave my boys sleeves, and even $5 full alt-art foils at no cost. Needless to say, for any future Pokémon purchases, I'm coming to these guys first. They also had 6-7 binders full of great $1-2 cards and it's exactly what we're looking for. Ended up walking out with $20 worth of $1 cards, not including their gifts to my boys. I get it, we're not high-dollar spenders for this hobby, but these guys treated us like we were. Vincent and his team deserve all the business they get.

Staff has lots of knowledge so feel free to ask. Lots of…read moregood variety for fair prices

We always come here looking for Ultraman figures. As my son is pretty obsessed with Ultraman. They…read moredon't have a huge selection. It's kind of hit or miss and depends what they have in inventory as this is a niche product and a lot of it is secondhand. The last time we can here they didn't have the Ultraman Zero and one of the employees who works here was very friendly and helpful. He helped us look for it. I was appreciative that they have employees that are not only friendly, but knowledgeable about variety of different niche products. The hours here are not very good as they open from 12 PM which is not very conveient for customers. The prices here can bit steep for some products, but like I mentioned most of their products are niche and you can't find it anywhere else. As you can see, the boy liked poking around and looking at the different toys and figurines. One moment he wanted Ultraman then Spider-Man then Transformers! He wants it all! LOL!

Best comic book store by Melrose. The people in the shop are wonderful, and have a wide selection…read moreof reads. Go ahead and even ask for a few recommendations and you won't be disappointed, whether you like your super hero comics, or independent. Special shout out to John; he's great to talk to, incredibly funny, and has tons of great recommendations.

The place had lots of product and a good vibe. However I was given the wrong magic card that I…read moreordered. I think the clerk was by themself in the store and seemed to working fast to help all the customers and just got distracted

It seemed a lot bigger in the photos here on Yelp. It's a very tight space inside. Very little…read morecollection of small things like figures, cards, etc on display for sale. Most comics are in boxes, so hard to know what they have. Spent about 5 minutes inside and was never greeted by either of the employees even though I walked by both at least twice each. I'm sure it's probably great for the "regulars" but there are better options with larger facilities elsewhere in the L.A. area.

Am I a total nerd ? YES! Do I love comic books? Another YES! And that is why I keep coming back to…read morethis amazing local shop. They have such a large variety of comics and graphic novels here. The fun part is always digging through the boxes to find your prize. Staff here are super chill and extremely knowledgeable. I truly appreciate people who have a passion for this kind of thing. Every so often they do hold special events and signings. I have met Danzig a few times just being a patron shopping or for his Verotik signings (they carry his comics here). The store also has some rare comics in the back, collectibles, and stuff for the littles. Prices do vary as with any comic shop based off what you're looking for.

This comic books store is located in a shared plaza with other merchants, and quite ample parking…read morespots available. The staff is super friendly and very helpful to find things you need. I found they carry abundant collections of manga books and collective figures, and even some very rare collections.

Very solid, old-school comic book store that carries a bunch of everything you'd expect and a whole…read morelot more of Funkos. Cool staff, great store.

What a great long established entity for comic book and science fiction fans in the LA area. This…read morereview isn't for my take on any recent shows but for how long this show/promoter really serviced/services the community around these interests. I attended a few of the very early shows and then a handful of them over the next 20 years or so depending on the guests. These are a few flyers that I kept from the early 80's. As far as I know, it was the only show around at that time (in the LA area) so really ground breaking for that community.

The 01/10/16 show at The Reef felt a lot like the older quality shows of years past, maybe without…read morethe fanfare of a stage and presentations, but the vibe and energy was solid. I hope that this is the permanent new home of the show. The Reef is a much better venue than The Shrine Auditorium. The neighborhoods are similar and The Shrine has better neighborhood options for food, but The Reef has a fresher and more friendly feel. The vendors at this show were plentiful for shopping, very relevant with lots of comic book dealers as well as pop culture toy vendors and related exhibitors. Only a small handful of irrelevant dealers selling adult content merchandise (tho that ties into the 40 yr old virgin stereotype of the whole comic book sci fi gamer geek profile, so sort of does match the target attending audience) and other goods. To a degree this show has an equal showing of comic dealers than some of the larger known conventions in The Los Angeles area, so if you just like hard core shopping for comic books, especially deep discounted below cover price back issues, the quantity of dealers were here. There were also lots of higher grade quality vintage comic book dealers too. There was a convenient parking lot at a flat rate of $15 and admission was $12 to get in per person. They were promoting the next show scheduled for 02/28/16, which looks to be an equally good promotion. I hope this is the momentum this convention needed as the venue facelift to reinvigorate the show and bring it back to the quality of its former glory days of yesteryear. I wish the promoters luck and give them praise for a great start in 2016.

Walking into The Last Bookstore feels less like entering a shop and more like stepping into a…read moredifferent world. Housed inside a former bank, the space already carries this grand, historic energy that sets the tone before you even start browsing. What makes this place unforgettable is how it's designed to be explored, not rushed. There are cozy spots scattered throughout where you can sit and get lost in a book, but the real magic is upstairs. It opens into a maze of rooms, each with its own personality, filled with carefully arranged books that feel more like art than inventory. At times, it genuinely feels like you've wandered into a dream. One of the highlights is the famous tunnel of books, which adds to that surreal, almost cinematic experience. Everywhere you turn, books are used as decor in the most creative ways, and it creates this quiet moment where everything else fades out. Upstairs also holds one of my favorite parts, a row of art studios featuring work from local artists. Every piece feels intentional, unique, and thoughtfully placed. Right nearby, there's a small coffee shop surrounded by beautiful artwork, making it an easy place to pause and take it all in. This isn't a quick stop kind of place. Plan to spend a few hours here, wandering, discovering, and just enjoying the atmosphere. It's one of the most iconic bookstores I've ever been to, and it absolutely lives up to the reputation.

If you like books this is the place for you. It is awesome to walk through and look at all the…read morebooks. There were so many amazing old books to look at. The book tunnel was an impressive construction