A cozy little bookshop right on Cookman! I've stopped in here before when in town and love browsing…read morethe $2 used book section. They didn't have the specific book I was looking for on my last visit but I still left with a mystery "Blind Date with a Book" book! Wrapped up and only giving me a tease of what it's about and only $5. Very excited to add this to my book-loving mom's gifts this year. The store has a variety of books, some new and some classics. I also love checking out their book club section on the far right wall for some recs for future reading. The team that was working that day let me know that almost everyone you see in store is a volunteer & that they host lots of events over the course of the year.

A home run over the rafters. Very nice staff, great book selection, it's just right in every sense…read more Even the location works well. Near the train station, near town, short walk to the beach. Thank you.

This is an amazing shop with books, gadgets, home goods, toys and lots of gift ideas. I loved the…read moretable of banned books complete with bookmarks leveling why each book was banned. It's a sad situation but I'm glad this store is educating its visitors this way. I bought a kaleidoscope and some mini pinball machines.

First off I just want to point out that I am an actual customer, as you can see from my receipt. I…read moredidn't just look in the storefront window & make a stupid judgment based on the books that were on display. One reviewer claimed they are purveyors of "anti-white, communist propaganda" based on some popular bestselling books he saw in the front window. But all I saw when I went there were Hoda Kotb books. And I don't believe Hoda to be anti-white or communist. If he bothered to go inside he would have noticed that books make only a fraction of Comfort Zone's merchandise. Most of the store is stocked with lovely-smelling soaps, candles, beauty products, etc., not to mention jewelry & souvenir shirts. Comfort Zone is a cute, quaint, local shop that sells a wide variety of quality goods. The staff is super friendly. I e-mailed them to see if they had a specific apron in stock, which they did. I got a prompt callback saying they were holding it for me at the store. I'll definitely be back. I encourage you to visit. And if you don't like the books on display in their window (whether it be Hoda Kotb, Bob Woodward or Robin DiAngelo, just keep walking.

Just a GREAT company to do business with. I needed 200+ boxes of Chanukah candles for my…read morepreschool. Couldn't find anyone local who would deal at a reasonable price. Saw awesome pricing online w Judaica Plaza. Called. Spoke to Meyer. He told me exactly how to order online. No hassle. Super helpful. Order placed, shipping free. Received the order within 4 business days. AWESOME! Totally recommend.

A wonderful store! I was there for the first time this week with a friend. My only complaint was…read morethat the aisles for books were very narrow, which would have been ok if several of them didn't have cartons of books blocking the already narrow aisles. These aisles were difficult for my friend to navigate but I use a walker so I couldn't go down them at all. I bought close to $100 worth of books. I am a book junkie and I am sure I would have spent more if I could have gotten down the aisles that had cartons blocking them. Maybe next time. Sigh

ASBURY PARK: a newer gem on the boardwalk, Unwind Records and Comics is a cozy shop packed with…read morenew and used vinyl records (including a free bin!), plus comic books, graphic novels, manga, t-shirts, merchandise, gifts, and more. We are so glad we popped in. Brie's mom has a deep love for vinyl and the bands from the era when records were the way to listen to music, and this place truly hits the right note. The staff is incredibly friendly and happy to offer recommendations, which makes browsing even more fun. Be sure to check their social media for current hours.

One of a kind store with a cozy feel right in the boardwalk. The concept is immaculate: records,…read moreart, manga and comics. There's something for everyone! There's even something for everyone in their budget including a mystery record section that is so fun! Love that they have merch, stickers, pins - it's got so much! The record selection is incredible. Well curated organized in a pleasing way, and all great condition. There's plenty of new and 2nd hand. The owner is so knowledgeable and affable. Really knows his audience and has so many recommendations. This store has everything and would highly recommend to anyone visiting or local!

Boro Records is a gem for the music lover who wants to expand their horizons. They're small, yes,…read morebut what Vincent and Magdalena stock is carefully selected, exceptional music, and oftentimes music you can't find anywhere else, including surf, garage, jazz, retro and current Japanese rock and pop, alternative Latin, and more "mainstream" titles. They also stock other retro items to add to the charm. Just to make the experience even better, Vincent and Magdalena are so friendly. They always have time to talk. Boro Records is DEFINITELY worth the trip!

FREEHOLD: In a world where everything fits in your pocket, stepping into the newly opened Boro…read moreRecords is a nostalgic breath of fresh air. This cozy, beautifully curated shop brings the magic of vinyl, CDs, cassette tapes, and retro audio gear back to life, even a Pee-Wee Herman doll makes an appearance! Though small in size, the space is expertly used with bins of handpicked records, shelves of CDs, and a variety of players so you can enjoy music your way. Owners Vincent and Magda are incredibly welcoming and love chatting with fellow music lovers. We missed meeting the shop pup, Elvis, this time, but we will be back to say hi soon! We left with a special White Stripes double album and a colorful tie-dye Boro Records t-shirt. Leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome to browse with you, just keep an eye on the tight space, fragile items, and Elvis, who is usually relaxing behind the gate.

This small shop is a happy place for me. It's filled with tiny treasures, beautiful houseplants,…read morecandles, and unique gifts! Highly recommend if you need a gift for someone or yourself!

Such a sweet store. So many great plant and ceramic selections. I left with 4 air plants and a…read morepretty ceramic vase to hang on the wall. Happy we found it!

This is a great toy store, with unique gifts for all kids. It is not the commercial big box toy…read morestore where no-one knows anything about the product. Here the owner actually knows about what he sells and why and enjoys doing so. Such a fun place to visit anytime you are in this neighborhood and well worth a special trip.

Was not kid friendly. Very dark and creepy. Two year old has not stoped talking about being scared…read moresince leaving the store. Would not recommend. Walked in and walked right out.

Sadly this location is nothing compared to the old one but for any Kevin Smith fan or just comic…read morefan in general it's still a great place. Tons of comics and toys for sale. Plenty of merch from Kevin's movies available. I was looking to pick up a Mooby's shirt while I was here but there wasn't any available.

Must hit spot when you're in NJ for fans of Kevin Smith. Friendly staff, went a little above and…read morechecked stock for a shirt size I didn't see on the floor. Will definitely come back when I'm in town.