We've been coming to Five Little Monkeys in Burlingame for well over a decade for their fun, unique…read moretoys. Prices range from fair to high, selection is abundant. Though our kids are much older now, we love to stop in for blind boxes, collectibles, and to scratch the incessant NeeDoh itch. Parking is almost always a challenge, given the area. Weekend visits require serious patience. The store can get shoulder-to-shoulder packed with large strollers in narrow aisles and tiny tots having very big feelings whose parents are doing what they can to regulate, some more than others, so there are def moments of chaos. As a momma who had 2 under 2 at one point, I've been there and hella get it. For my own sanity, we aim for off-peak visits to peruse in peace. As you can imagine, service is more attentive when the staff:customer ratio is more manageable. But the last couple visits, it's been fairly quiet in the store yet no greeting upon my entering, nor a welcoming vibe upon checking out at the register. So much so that I didn't bother to have them do the customary complimentary gift wrap for all the presents I picked out for my youngest. It was such a bummer to leave feeling icky for what is normally one of my happy places, especially as a long standing customer.

A great toy store we enjoy browsing around anytime we're in the area. They have a wide variety of…read moretoys, stuffies, and collectibles for all ages. A bit on the pricey side overall, but great service everytime I've visited. My friends have bought Sonny angels and smiski's from here multiple times.

Been here twice to pick up the elusive packs for Pokémon 30th Anniversary Collection. Yes they are…read moremore expensive, but if you don't want to wait for hours in line for a drop or missed them all together, call ahead and they'll let you know what they have, how many, and how much. We picked up a couple knockout boxes, tech stickers box, and poster celebration. Ladies I talked to both times were extremely friendly and helpful!

They had one piece and no pokemon. Retail at $12 / pack which is insane, but I just wanted to open…read moresome. Staff were super nice.

The Most American Small Business Book Store I've ever been to…read more Owner/Operators and employees are educated, knowledgeable, honest and sincere.

Reach and Teach is truly a local gem and one of the most inspiring shops on the Peninsula. They…read moreoffer a carefully curated mix of progressive books, educational toys and games, eco‑friendly products, and other high‑quality gifts you won't find in big box stores. Every visit feels like a treasure hunt--you'll discover something meaningful, fun, and thoughtful. The two owners are not only super friendly but also deeply civic‑minded, always ready to share knowledge and support community causes. Their passion for education, sustainability, and social justice shines through in everything they do. If you're looking for a place that combines heart, purpose, and great finds, Reach and Teach is a must‑visit.

There is a variety of cool collectibles and action figures here. There are a lot of funko pops and…read moreblind boxes. Value was pretty good but depends on what you're looking for. Customer service was good, the guy behind the counter didn't hover while we looked at the toys. Nice spot to visit if you enjoy Comic Cons and collectibles.

I initially wanted to come here and talk about how I got overcharged by $300 at their booth at…read moreBubufest. But then I went down a whole rabbit hole of why you shouldn't do business with these guys. They are very shady business men. The owner, Nelson, is a reseller who uses bots to get items (Pokemon TCG, Pop Mart, etc) and resell for a profit. He opens the boxes and claims all the best value figures and cards, then sells the common ones to unsuspecting shop customers. Then when he has too many common figures and cards, he offloads them in the form of "conventions". It's the best scam: charge people an entrance fee and still overcharge people for common boxes that are worth much less online. This is why his cons are every 3 months. This is the best way to offload common figures while still making money off of ticket sales and up charges. You will not find any secrets or valuable cards at Fugitive Toys. The boxes and packs have all been resealed with the rare stuff already taken. If you want to resell your funkos, they will offer $1 or two, then turn around and resell for 6x the profit. Nelson is notorious for kicking out people from his conventions. Multiple people have come forward with talking about racial profiling and Nelson using poor excuses to kick people out of his conventions. See one story below. People have also complained that vending there is not worth doing there. Sales are slow and the vending prices to secure a spot are $300 to $700. That's a lot higher than more established conventions. Hype Con and Fugitive Toys are both also very disorganized when it comes to their schedule as well. At cons, their doors never open on time. At fugitive toys, they will close on random days without warning or note. Don't support any Hype Con hosted events, and definitely don't do business with Fugitive Toys. They're scam artists, and they need to be investigated.

the staff is amazing, the collection of paint, minis and books is great. I recommend the store. I…read moreplay D&D with my son and friends and I can get advise and materials no problem. if you are new or advanced you can find a store for you here. Great job !!

I called in to place preorders on a couple of MTG x FF decks on Feb 19th and whoever picked up the…read morecall said they would write down my name and orders for when they set up the pre-order list up. Everything cool, right? Well, it turns out, no. I came in today since I was in the area to double check if I was on the list and was not. They completely forgot to add me in and the list was so long, it was highly unlikely I would get the decks I pre-ordered. They told me it would be best to go to another shop to order and was not at all apologetic about the mishap. In fact, there were no apologies made. I really wanted to support a local card shop but the lack of accountability and the poor customer service makes it very difficult to do so. I won't be back.

Absolutely love this place. The entire family is so sweet and really takes the time to get to know…read moretheir customers. I know its probably easier to go to a big box store to get toys, candy, or squishies, but supporting a local, family-run, small business just feels so much better. Especially when they are as sweet as these people! 5

I really wish I knew about this place sooner. only discovered it with the need craze. but this…read moreplace is truly a hidden gem. the owners are super friendly and they have such a good assortment of toys and candies. on top of that they knew how to manage the crowd during needoh releases and they do not tolerate line cutters.

Friendly service, clean items and beautifully maintained store. I enjoy both shopping and selling…read moreitems here. I've learned to keep checking the schedule to book a selling appointment (if you are interested) as new appointments are released (I've seen weekly). Family owned, values community, children, and family. A fun place to visit and shop! Thank you Bird in the Nest!

love this place. Take the toys and clothing for my little ones there, and get ballerina dress,…read morepajamas, and hair pins in return. They also have a good collection of new things (puzzles, dress up games) if you have credits there so you have more variety to choose from. The people who work there are gold!

Scam warning! Do not buy Needohs or squishies here. I was sold a counterfeit Needoh product at this…read morestore today. The employee said "no refunds" at check out only after I had paid. I get home and open the box, and see that the item I purchased is not as pictured on the box. It isn't even a squishy - it's a hollow piece of rubber and missing the entire back side. There was no signs that it was counterfeit prior to opening the packaging. Complete scam! I paid $12.99 + tax for this item and can't get a refund.

A place where kids flock to buy penny candy should not have a five dollar credit card minimum on…read morepurchases! This is ridiculous!

Quick take: I wouldn't patronize this business…read more My friend and I sat at a community table outside of this business. We sat down to eat our lunch. Out of nowhere this aggressive lady comes up to where we were sitting and started mumbling and ranting. At first I didn't even realize she was talking to us. She was rambling and walking back and forth. She unlocks the door, goes in and comes back out in an aggressive manner. Totally unprofessional behavior towards members of the community. This person is unhinged. I do not feel comfortable supporting or recommending this business to anyone.

I'm leaving this review based entirely on the behavior of either the owner or an employee who was…read moreworking on 6/17. My friend and I were seated at a table directly outside the small storefront, eating lunch in the shade on a warm day. Out of nowhere, a woman came out and harshly chastised us for sitting there, loudly claiming we were blocking her door (we absolutely were not). She continued to berate us, saying things like, "Who in their right mind would think it's okay to sit here?" She unlocked the door, and continued ranting and she stepped inside. As she came back outside, she would not stop. The whole encounter felt aggressive and completely unnecessary. If she had politely asked us to move, we would have gladly done so, though again, we weren't blocking anything, and the table was already there when we arrived. For such a small local business, I expected more kindness and respect toward people in the community and potential customers. Unfortunately, based on this experience alone, I wouldn't feel comfortable recommending this shop to others.

B Street Books remains an absolute gem. While I certainly miss having them right in downtown San…read moreMateo, their new Burlingame location is well worth the trip. They have a fantastic, curated selection where you can truly get lost in the stacks. I rarely leave without finding one or two obscure titles that feel like once-in-a-lifetime finds. What I appreciate most is the atmosphere: the owner and staff are incredibly knowledgeable if you have a question, but they truly respect the "browser's right" to wander in peace. No hard sell, no hovering--just a quiet, welcoming space to discover your next favorite book. It's the kind of local shop that makes a community better.

Don't try to sell your used books here . I got $20 first round I took four boxes of books there …read more Second round the owner only hand me $7 cash and I just left and should not come back anymore .