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The Mystery Shop

4.8 (25 reviews)
Open 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM
Updated 2 months ago

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Daisy A.

This establishment is fairly small, but super cute. There was a sign reading that they are moving to another location. I believe it said in Oxnard. The boy still had a lot of fun here, we didn't purchase anything, but the boy played the claw machine and had fun looking around.

Jo S.

Fun horror oriented store in downtown Ventura. It is hard to miss since their decor and signs are fun and they'll get your attention. Got ours! The store is pretty big, it has a bit of everything - collectibles, games, t-shirts, video games, DVD-s, etc. It is fun to browse since they have more funky decor inside. They also have a mini arcade area, so that makes the shop more fun. My husband got some DVD-s here for very reasonable prices, the selection was great! Nice customer service, fun addition to the area! One of a Kind!

Just got my FINAL FANTASY fix at The Mystery Shop

Love coming here to get my cardboard crack fix!! Card games, comics, great prices, great peeps... Fusion and Elliott are great at filling your nerdy needs.

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I love how much they help to community and I love seeing all the shows and venders. The owners are so cool.

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11 months ago

Amazing shop to play at and they have a great selection of collectibles. They have shows here too which are always fun to show up to

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11 months ago

Great experience shopping here! Super friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommend this shop

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I love endgame comics and collectibles for the way they keep there shop clean unlike many other comic and collectible stores.

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There's a great selection of comics and fun collectibles, and the staff was really friendly and welcoming.

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4.1(42 reviews)
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I love visiting Arsenal Comics in Ventura. It's truly one of the best spots in Ventura for comics…read more They have a very big selection of new comics and some back issues. This location isn't as busy as Newberry Park so if they run out of say ARK-M, then try this Ventura Location. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable and always happy to help. If your new to the comic world or advanced, you can learn a thing or two from the staff. They're living the life!!!! I highly recommend Arsenal Comics in Ventura if you're in the area.

Humble, unpretentious shops that feel connected to the broader Magic community matter…read more Magic shops are a lot like bars--there's more than one, each with its own charm. People go to play different formats, and the owner sets the tone and is the barometer for the "weather" in general. Friendly, welcoming shops tend to build stronger smoother sailing communities. I didn't get that here. When I asked about local EDH events, I was told there's one Commander night. That's cool but I only play edh so I'm curious for other areas. When I asked about the broader EDH community, the owner was dismissive and overly corrective. It felt closed-off rather than supportive, especially when he made it clear he doesn't promote anything beyond his own store. That approach doesn't work for me. I prefer spaces with a more open-minded, generous vibe, not a "there can be only one" mentality. As an old-school player, I value basic respect and being part of a positive, inclusive nerd community. I'll look elsewhere.

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I don't say this lightly, but **A Hidden Fortress is hands down the best TCG shop I've ever been…read moreto. I've been around card shops for a long time, and most places get one or two things right. This place gets everything right. The selection is fantastic, the shop is clean and well organized, and it actually feels like a space designed for players, not just transactions. You can tell immediately that this isn't just a store, it's a community hub. What really sets it apart is the people. The staff are knowledgeable, welcoming, and genuinely care about the players walking through the door. That's not something you can fake, and it shows in how the community shows up. Whether you're brand new to TCGs or deep in the hobby, you feel like you belong there. They also do a phenomenal job supporting events and keeping the scene active. There's always something going on, and it creates that energy that great local game stores used to have, but a lot of places have lost. If you're anywhere near Simi Valley and into trading cards, this place isn't just worth checking out, it's worth going out of your way for. Absolute gem.

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3.7(138 reviews)
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I want to thank Rachel at the Ventura CA/Ventura Gateway store for helping me with an in-store pick…read moreup order I made online. She was able to go above and beyond in helping me 10 minutes prior to the bookstore closes. Took care of my special order request very professionally which that made my day. I am very grateful for people like her.

GETTING HERE: Barnes & Noble is located really close to the 101 freeway in Ventura. You can access…read moreit from several directions as it's at Main and Telephone Roads. You can look for the Michaels and Sprouts and you'll be a hop, skip, and a jump from all the boooks! REVIEW: Bumping up to 4 starts because for the years and years I have been coming to BN, even before shut down, they are always fully stocked with books and other items. I love it here! I can easily spend 2 hours here perusing the aisles of all the goodness BN carries. (I just recently came for some Harry Potter merch and a planner for next year.) Service is not what it was once was, sadly. But I am old so I remember the good ole' days with fondness. Today, it's basic enough. Thankfully, one doesn't get screamed at across the store of "Welcome!" as it happens in other businesses. Most employees I saw were behind the registers when I was looking around. I did see one employee on the floor, but she was laser focused on something. Prices are on the higher side, thanks to the current state of the economy. However, I feel that the books and other items are of good enough quality to somewhat warrant the $. Be sure to check out upstairs. Also, just a thought, grab a snack or one of the Starb cookies on your way out. It's OK. It's good. It's books. It's BN. :)

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