We came to Kalamazoo with three places to go, Farefare being one of the places. We hadn't realized…read morethey moved down the road a bit (guess it had been longer than we thought since we last came) so they now have their own private parking lot which is nice. Their selection of comics is colossal, the main reason we come back. Their game selection is also phenomenal and they even have a "game cage" for table top games to happen in store. Kids also have game and comic options as well as stuffed animals that are great for all ages. Staff is friendly, greeting us as we entered and various employees asking if we needed help with anything during our visit. We got what we wanted and continued our adventure. I'm glad we make FanFare a regular Kalamazoo stop and am already looking forward to coming back.

The service couldn't have been better! I found the right quartz for my bathroom and it is beautiful…read moreand easy to take care of. I shopped around and Granite Works had the best price overall.

Found this awesome place while hunting for Pokemon cards! The owners are very kind and were very…read morehelpful. They didn't have a huge pokemon selection as they are mainly a comic store but I was happy with what they had and they were priced fairly!

Locally owned and operated by Nancy and John Spoula, Rabbit Hole Comics has a wide-ranging…read moreselection of comics from both DC and Marvel as well as a few of the independent comic publishers. If you bring in their flyer you receive $2 off your purchase which is a great way to get people in the door. They not only sell all the nerdy things, but you can sell to them as well. The walls of Rabbit Hole Comics are lined with beautiful posters and most of them are for sale (a few aren't but they don't have prices on them so that should have been my clue before asking). They also have a large selection of action figures, stuffed animals, movies on dvd as well as VHS, toys, kids books that sorta teeter on being comics (like Captain Underpants or Dog Man), and trading cards. As far as the Comics go, I feel like I could have sifted through the box's for at least two hours. I loved being able to look around and enjou myself on a day like today. My husband did end up not only selling some items to the shop but also ended up picking some stuff up in a "instead of cash, I want this item for what I sold" type of deal. I can see us coming back to this store frequently, even if I am only tagging along to say hello to the two adorable puppers in the store.

This is a nerd's heaven (and I include myself in that statement)…read more I'm not a big comic person, but I'm a collector of Funko Pops and a painter of Warhammer 40k. There are also some Magic and Pokemón cards and memorabilia. It depends on what you're looking for, but I'd say the prices here are reasonable. The employees were kind and asked if we needed help, but we were just looking around, so we didn't take them up on it. If you're not a nerd, this place might be scary for you. It's big and there are a lot of things that may be hard to understand. That said, if you're looking for an adventure, this is it!

Came into Perfect Storm on our mini adventure to Battle Creek because I can never pass up a…read moretabletop spot. We came in to look at MTG cards and dice mostly, but we found so very much more. They have all the fixings to start you on a d&d adventure including dice, books and figurines. They have cards upon cards for magic the gathering along with the binders, card covers and card boxs. Love comics? They have those too! Best part? You can order things from their site to get sent to your home or the store and it even has a wishlist feature so they can let you know when they get something in stock! My husband was giddy- "Ace, look! I can shop from my computer!" So, if you have a nerdy significant other, stop into the store or check out their online shop to give your love an amazing gift, maybe a Valentine's gift. Hopefully you'll love it as much as my husband and I did.

My husband loves finding new (or at least new to us) hobby shops that have comics and trading…read morecards. As most places that have comics and trading cards, the Warehouse also has quite the selection of Funko pops as well as other action figures. They have a small counter top display with dice, an area with trading card accessories (like binders, deck boxes, and playing mats), and a trading card event space. While we were there, a trading card tournament was actively being held. Employees were friendly, prices were fair and the space was well organized. Even with a good amount of people in the building, it didn't feel crowded. Even with the tournament going on, several employees were helping customers not involved with the event and keeping on top of regular business. I would recommend this spot to stop for comics or trading cards.

This place used to be an amazing spot for community and like minded people. It still is IF and only…read moreIF you spend money when you go in or play cards. Dan and staff on the tcg side are amazing the rest not so much. I dont recommend going here unless you play cards and can avoid the rest of the staff.

Great little store with huge comic selection and a wide range of toys. Owner was very friendly,…read moreexactly the kind of small business worth supporting!

This tiny shop packs a punch! Great back issues, toys and recent releases. Staff was awesome, super…read morehelpful and friendly. Was well worth the effort to go out of my way to check 'em out!

Great atmosphere and layout -- this place is a joy to browse. Vault of Midnight has an excellent…read moreselection of comics, books, games, and fun pop-culture finds, and everything feels thoughtfully curated rather than overwhelming. I especially adored the staff recommendations. They don't just point you toward the next comic -- they link you to stories and media across genres (seriously, the "if you like Heated Rivalry, you might love..." picks are brilliant), making discovering new reads feel like a friendly conversation with someone who really gets you. Whether you're a regular or just popping in out of curiosity (like me), this is the kind of shop that makes you want to linger -- and definitely come back.

Vault of Midnight has been one of my go-to stores for years now! I grew up a comic book and graphic…read morenovel fan so to have a nice store right in the middle of downtown is great! They have comics, graphic novels, manga, board games, blind boxes, and some ttrpgs and trading cards. The staff are always incredibly helpful and kind and will definitely help give you a recommendation based on what you like. I love the area in the front with self-published and local zines. It really is a small gesture but shows an effort to uplift and platform the local community and creatives. This location is definitely smaller than the other I visited, but there's still so much to find! There are several other stores along the street as well as the Art Museum, so it's a great place to stop by on a day out!

They have a huge selection of traxxas cars and super helpful staff, good prices, always have parts…read morein stock, I've never been told they don't have it. Great place

Very kind and helpful folk! I love to support a local business!…read moreWe are fortunate to have them!

What a cool store! They have a large selection of SuperHero, Villain, Anime, Video Game, Cult…read moreClassic, Nolstagic, and Fantasy items. The store itself is small with narrow aisles, so not super accessible, for people with mobility issues. They are conveniently located on Grape Rd (next to Outback Steakhouse).

Casey and Kelly are amazing! I was into comic books in my teens and early twenties, but after I…read moregot married and had kids, I had to let it go for a while. A few years ago I was able to get back into it and this quickly became my shop of choice. Since I was out of the mix for a while, I have had a few questions and they both are always eager and enthusiastic to answer me. They never make me feel like I am a bother to them and they have learned what I like and make suggestions accordingly.

I'm not from the area but always check out local bookstores when I visit other cities. This is a…read moreBookstore was a must visit. Wide selection of books, and gifts. Cute, comfy spots to read and relax. Factory coffee cafe is located inside This is a Bookstore - they serve bagels, sammies, coffee and adult beverages. Walked across the sidewalk and visited Book Bug which is a children's book store. Again, a wide selection of books, comfy sitting space and a playhouse for the kiddos. Service was quick and everyone was friendly. I plan on visiting again next time I'm in the area.

TIABS is one of my favorite spots to stop at when I'm in town. The book selection is incredible,…read morethe staff are friendly, the vibes are good, and they support local schools with their round up program. If you're looking for somewhere to get books, definitely come here!