Because Black and Read is tucked in and hard to see while driving along Wadsworth, I haven't had…read morethe chance to stop by until this past weekend. I didn't really have any expectations and decided to just check it out but ended up very surprised. First off, the service here is top notch. Since we walked in to when we left, the people here are the prime example of customer service. Great job guys! There are a ton of new and used puzzles, board games, records, etc here. The prices are in between a thrift store and places that only sell new stuff if that makes sense? Especially if you're looking for board games, you would really enjoy this place. There were so many here that I have never heard of before. I got a used puzzles here for $7! I look forward to coming back here and browsing around!

What a fantastic store with a ideal mix of games, books, and records. The used RPGs selection is…read moreparticularly outstanding. Very friendly and helpful staff as well. Makes me wish I passed through Denver more often!

Let's be real, these guys are scalpers. They mark up their product anywhere from 25-50%. For…read moreexample, Bowman Mega box for $75 at this store, but when I went to Target they were in stock for only $50? It does with all their inventory. Not only that, but the owners (I think they are) are the snobs you never want to see in any store. There are plenty of better card shops to go to.

Great selection, great prices, awesome people! Treated my kiddo's great and made my whole family…read morefeel welcome. The best card shop in the area!

We are always so impressed every time we come here! My son is an avid sports card collector, and…read moreeach time we go, the customer service is phenomenal. All of the staff is so friendly and helpful, and we always walk away happy. The last time we were there, Beau helped us out. He gave us great information, was extremely kind, and hooked us up! 10/10 would recommend coming here- you will not be disappointed!

This place has undergone a major transformation. It's always been a cool spot for cards and sports…read morecollectors. They just have a stepped up organized presence that seems very clean in their shop. The sales people here are very friendly and knowledgeable even fair in the facts of the situation of what you are brining in to inquire about. No pawn shop vibes here. I like buying garbage pail cards here. I would recommend.

What a fun place this is. It's a fun combination between a toy store and an arcade. The woman…read morebehind the counter was pleasant, funny and very pretty. They have all sorts of toys from stuffed animals to stickers to kites. They even had some Halloween costumes for children and toddlers. The arcade area was a lot of fun. It's been awhile since I put quarters in a game. I got to play Dig Dug which I have not played in twenty years. I really miss the arcades of my childhood and this really brought back some feely good memories. The prices were reasonable for a speciality type toy store. I enjoyed the twenty minutes I spent in this store/arcade and I suspect you will as well.

Will be coming back again to add more photos and more experience but the place looks so fun and the…read moreperson working here was really awesome to us. There is an arcade but they also sell games and it's the perfect place for kids and kids at heart! And it won't break the bank either !

I want to be fully transparent in writing this: I've had the opportunity to work with Jacqueline,…read moreone of the owners of Beyond the Black Board, in a different capacity. While I'm not directly involved in the business itself, I've had the privilege of witnessing firsthand the heart, dedication, and care she pours into every aspect of it. Beyond the Black Board isn't just a toy store -- it's a cornerstone of the community. It's a place where creativity, learning, and imagination come alive for kids (and honestly, adults too). But like many small, family-owned businesses, it's also feeling the ripple effects of the current global economy -- especially the increasing tariffs and the challenges of supply chains. These issues are real, and they're putting pressure on the very businesses that make our towns unique. If you're in a position to shop small or support local, I wholeheartedly urge you to consider Beyond the Black Board. Whether it's for a birthday gift, classroom supplies, or just something to spark joy, every purchase you make there truly makes a difference -- not just to the business, but to the people behind it who care deeply about what they do. Let's keep our local gems thriving.

So very glad to have found this spot and that brick and mortar places like this still exist! So…read moremany puzzles and toys and educational cool stuff for a guy like me to geek out on. Tons of things for my own interests as well as gifts for family, friends, and especially my 3 year old. Finally picked up a Ravensburger puzzle after seeing the great reviews they get on Reddit. They were beginner 35 and 60 piece ones to work on with the kid, but they had all the way up to 3000 piece (uh, I'll have to pass on that challenge for now). Anyway, I highly recommend a stop in if you're in the area, or even if not. Service was also very friendly!

Enormous I can't…read morebelieve how enormous this place is! I'm a DVD nut and was so happy to see a vast collection, reminiscent of Virgin Records in the day. The book selection is even larger, to include toys and guitars. Think Barns & Noble on steroids. Pack a lunch!

This is the first 2nd and Charles I've been to and I feel like it's a better version for Barnes and…read moreNoble. They have everything - books, dvd, CD, retro games, collectibles. It's a little hard to figure out what items are used but their clearance items were surprisingly cheaper than the tag by 50-90 % off. Most of all I was very surprised to see authentic anime figures and Korean dolls for very reasonable prices - must cheaper than online. If I was locally based, I would have loved to bring home more with me.

Wonderful owners/employees! Super nice guys who know their stuff! I'll be back for sureread more

Fun place to visit when I get a chance. Great service and conversation! Would definitely recommend…read moreto my friends!

Excellent staff! I…read morerecently went here because I wanted some unique, special gifts for some friend's children. I saw the banner on the outside of the store and decided to stop in. Walked in the door and was greeted almost immediately by a friendly staff member who asked what my children would be interested in and offered up some of her own suggestions, even leading me to those departments inside the store. Wide variety of decently made toys - not the plastic crap that Target and Toys R Us sells. Staff was very friendly and offered FREE gift wrapping. There's even a "birthday club" for kids. An excellent addition to Broomfield and one we should all support! The staff and selection are what makes this a true 5 * selection. Plenty of parking and close to the RTD stop at Flatiron. PS - The hours are kind of limited but this is a new store so that may change. Current hours: Mon-Sun 10A-5P.

Super cute mom-and-pop toy store!…read more They're located in the Flatiron Crossing, just across from Nordstrom Rack. Don't let the mall's big-box ambiance deter you, though -- these are exactly the kind of stores that we really want to support! I went in to find a gift for my ultra-picky 6-yr old niece. Generally, I'm hopeless at such shopping sprees, but Kathy -- the amazing woman behind the counter -- totally helped me out. I left with a gift that my niece liked (that's the first), and even some fun card/board games for me and my friends. When one store can satisfy my picky 6-yr old niece AND me and my friends, that's what I call a huge success. Thanks, Kathy!!!!