If you or your kids love Lego you're familiar with the Lego stores and if you live in the DMV…read moreyou're lucky because you have a bunch in driving distance. But the pentagon city store is the best one. Outside of the typical displays and Lego sets for sale they have activities like a wheel you spin that lands on a picture of a monster to build and all the pieces for all the monsters are in the bin next to the wheel. Or build your own, Lego is all about creativity. The staff are super fun to talk to and you can tell they love their jobs. In addition, their pick a brick wall is the most thoughtfully procured I've ever seen. If the blizzard has you stuck inside going crazy with the kids, head over to the mall and between the Lego store the food court and just walking around you can put together a really easy fun day.

This is the third Lego store I've been too with the other two being in SoCal. It's a smaller store,…read morebut they still have the popular items such as the flower bouquet ones that many girls like. We came in when employees were building some of the newer products so it was nice seeing them put it together so quickly.

Haven't had an issue so far. They are usually stocked and their staff is actually nice when the…read morestore is not too crowded and they are busy. The company overall has the best prices for video games. The times i've been there they actually have a great selection in stock for funkos and games.

This store's return policy and customer service are absolute garbage. Wouldn't take back a brand…read morenew piece of merchandise, even though it is defective, because it had been opened...there was no way to know it was defective before it had been opened. Shop worker couldn't have cared less, said he wouldn't do the return because he "can't take the hit" for another store location selling a defective item. The return policy on the receipt and website says nothing about needing to return to the exact store location the item was purchased from. Last time I buy anything from GameStop.

There are very few standalone toy stores, so when I find one, I like to browse. There wasn't…read moreanything that stood out here selection wise, but it was a good mix of items. Prices were reasonable and I recognized having many of the toys on display at home and the prices matched up to what I remember paying. There was a guy working but he was on his phone the whole time-not that I had any questions though anyway.

My son was turning 10, and I knew I had to do something special. Since he's a video game fanatic, I…read morewanted to do something fun that involved video games, and also kept his friends out of my house (Sorry, not sorry!) After reading a few mom blogs, I learned about GameTruck. The owner (I think he's the owner) Erik and his assistants are great. From start to finish, the entire process was seamless. The kids really enjoyed themselves, and Erik and his two assistants that he was training did an excellent job of managing all 20 (yes, 20!) kids. If I had to do it all again, I would book GameTruck in a heartbeat.

What a great and family thing to take your entire family to have some great fun. Excellent fun for…read morethe whole family. Your family's going to love this place...

Not the largest Target, but it has all the essentials you'd expect, including food, clothing, toys,…read moregadgets, and health products. The staff is helpful when needed, and the store is consistently clean and well stocked. Prices are typical for Target locations in the area.

(When did this get here!?) I just found out about this new-to-me spot about a week ago, and…read morecouldn't wait to check it out. It's a typical #Target - Everything is nice, neat, and organized. This is the first time I've seen security at a Target before, so that was wild.‍‍ You will definitely notice the price difference of certain items. LOCATION. LOCATION. LOCATION. __ I thrift. @dcthriftish I eat. @f.hux

I usually prefer TJ Maxx over Marshalls, so it pains me a little to say this, but the TJ Maxx in…read morethe Pentagon City area has been pretty underwhelming compared to the nearby Marshalls. Since I now work in Arlington, I visit both stores often, hoping to score the kinds of finds TJ Maxx is usually known for. Unfortunately, I haven't had much luck at this location. I still pop in from time to time out of habit and optimism, but more often than not, I leave empty-handed. Selection & Finds: The selection here feels hit or miss, leaning more toward miss lately. There's a sign for a "luxury" section, which initially caught my attention, but the items there tend to lack the quality you'd expect from something labeled luxury. It feels more like a concept than a well-executed section, which is disappointing when you're hoping to discover standout pieces. Store Experience: One of the biggest challenges with this location is how messy it can be. Racks often feel overcrowded, and items are frequently out of place, which makes browsing feel more like a chore than a fun treasure hunt. Compared to the Marshalls nearby, this store feels noticeably less organized and harder to shop. Service: The associates have been fine overall, but the general store upkeep makes the experience feel a bit rushed and less enjoyable than it should be. Pricing: The prices here can be decent, and I know TJ Maxx is known for good deals, but lately I've noticed more items that feel overpriced for what they are. Sometimes the discounts don't feel as significant as expected, especially when the quality doesn't quite match the price point. It makes it a little harder to justify purchases, especially when I'm not finding standout items to begin with. Overall, I still love TJ Maxx as a brand, but this particular location hasn't lived up to the standard I'm used to. If you're shopping in the Pentagon City area, you may have better luck at the nearby Marshalls.

Good place to find all the treasures. There's also plenty of high-end options to choose from. Can't…read moreever leave here empty-handed. __ I thrift. @DCthriftish I eat. @f.hux

Cute little store with so many small knick knacks available. We joined them for an open house and…read morethey were kind enough to have a nice charcuterie board out. Tons of cool stuff available. If you want to pick up a gift, this is definitely a good spot to check out

Such a cute shop! I wandered in here on a whim, and it just so happened to be the grand reopening…read morewith new owners. They had a beautiful display of macaroons, madelines, crackers and a charcuterie board-- for everyone to enjoy. I had alot of fun looking at the cute gifts throughout the shop.