We only come to Burbank about once a month, but this place might be the reason we come more often! Super knowledgeable, staff, more options than I could dream up, fair prices just overall amazing experience. The owners treat you like best friends. My favorite part... Our 17 month old got to play with trains in a little station that they created for kids!! read more

Train Shack - Toy Stores Near Me - Burbank, California

Todd and the staff are incredibly helpful and honest Enjoyed doing business with them

Only in Burbank! I would add you would have a store like Train Shack, local business, cool, one of a kind, a perfect place for train lovers like myself! Just to browse the shop is a treat, shopping here for toys is even better. I am not a kid anymore, although here you turn into one, but it's fun to buy a present for one here. Train related of course! Best selection in town! Fun to see their displays as well! They do fix old models, for train collectors, this is your paradise. Nice customer service, easy street parking (they also have a lot behind) near the store on Hollywood Way, I forgot to take photos because I got carried away. But next time! If you need a cool special present, this is the place! read more

Five year old me would have loved this place. Almost forty year old me somehow loves this place even more. There is no age limit here...like severance, walking through that door makes you a little kid again. Our octogenarian uncle recently unlocked a life long dream of his...to own a Lionel train set. When we realized that he wanted one, we took him here and like one of Peter Pan's lost boys, he realized he had the ability to fly. If there's one thing that will have you come crashing back to reality though is the prices. Train sets, no matter the size, can be expensive, but I don't fault the store for that...just know coming in that these trains aren't cheap. With that said, buying something here versus an online retailer does come with some perks: community. The owners and people who work here are so nice. The store could be full of people and I've always been asked if I needed help. If you have any questions about the products, they will answer them...show you how to do things, and more often than not, you will nerd out together. The store also has a vast collection of things from common to rare. Any supplies you might need are stocked (or I assume, can be ordered?). This is also a great place if you're a miniature maker, tabletop war gamer, or any of those kinds of hobbies. They might not have as much variety as a standalone hobby store, but again, you get the added value of community with your purchase. Obviously you should financially support this store any way you can, but just coming in and looking at all the trains they have set up is a great reason to visit. It's one of the best things to do in Magnolia Park and one of the best stores in all of Los Angeles. read more

Great selection of brio trains and other train toys & accessories. The store also has a healthy selection of model trains and hobby items. Our kids love watching the model trains run through the store. The staff is friendly too. read more

Train Shack - Kids train area. Lots of toys available for the kids to play - Toy Stores Near Me - Burbank, California

We get out to the Train Shack a couple of times per year to pick up a thing or two for our layout. We've been coming out from Orange County since my son was in his Thomas the Train era. They've got everything, especially if you're into HO or O gauge, but they've got it all. The staff and fellow hobbyists and always helpful. Stuff can be a little pricey but the selection they have adds value. My son is into On30 trains and the stuff is often hard to find but this time out we saw that the shack carries some so that was fun. They also have some discount O gauge rolling stock if you have the time to look. Highly recommend the Train Shack read more

Highest recommend. Amazing customer service and huge selection of trains with an incredibly knowledgeable staff. The 2 guys working helped educate me and test a series of vintage family collection trains. Immeasurably helpful. read more

My espresso machine broke. I took it apart and in the process stripped a tiny Phillips head screw that holds the chassis together. I couldn't put it back together until I found a replacement. I paused my project and went to run some errands with a plan to hit a hardware store to grab the part I needed. I happened to drive by the Train Shack so instead of going to Home Depot I figured I would see if I could just buy a few screws from them. When I walked in, I showed the screw to one of the owners and she asked for me to hold on for a minute while she went in the back. A few moments later she returned with a couple of drawers full of random parts. We all have a drawer like this. It's the kind that you throw everything into that you think might be useful later but don't have a specific space for. In fact, I had just finished going through mine at home in hopes of finding a screw to replace the one I had brought in. I hate this process. It is always tedious and often disappointing. This saint of a woman proceeded to stand there for the next 5-10 minutes sorting through these trays full of hundreds of tiny ass screws with me to find one that was the right fit for my espresso machine. We found one. I asked how much it cost and she just waived her hand at me and said don't worry about it. I tried to insist but she pushed back, "It's not a big deal. If you ever need something for a model train come back." I LOVE places like this. I don't build model trains and pretty much have no reason to be in their shop. I was just randomly nearby and went in. They have zero reason to help a person like me. However, when I showed up they operated with a kindness that made me feel like I was worth their time even though unbeknownst to me they were not going to make any money off of me. Just about every other interaction I have as a consumer is transactional. I can guarantee that the exchange at Home Depot would not have gone the same way. It's super rare to find a place where they eschew a money grab in favor of building community. When I find a place like that I go out of my way to support them and you should too. It's got me thinking maybe I need a new hobby... read more

Easy company to work with. Product as advertised and on time delivery. Would purchase from them again.

This place is fantastic! We have a Brio obsessed little boy who had a blast shopping their extensive selection and playing with the wonderful Brio tables they have set up. The staff were so welcoming and the big train displays were awesome. We will definitely be back soon! Highly recommend for all train lovers. read more

The Train Shack brings a sense of Nostalgia and a reminder of the amazing craftsmanship of the good ole days, highly detailed toy trains, models and landscapes that are truly amazing. This shop has everything for the Toy train collectors and enthusiast, in a world where throw away toys are a dime a dozen - it is so refreshing to see that they are flourishing. Train Shack has an extensive inventory of beautifully crafted toy trains, parts and accessories to complete your own setup. Although they are not cheap but these pieces are considered heirloom toys you could pass on to your kids and then to their kids and to their very own little ones. The staff here are very knowledgeable and helpful, they don't just point you to where the items you need are but they graciously go with you and talk to you about your train or what you are trying to accomplish or setup with your own train set - I like that as they could give you pertinent information on how to make your setup much better! I highly recommend them if you are looking for a new train set for your Christmas tree, for your garden setup or simply for your own collection. Great peeps! Awesome stuff! Choo! Choo! read more

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"Liam: age 9 I like the old fashioned stuff. It may look expensive but it's not really and everything looks like the real trains." Grandfathers comments: this place has it all. Every scale and a wide selection. Running setups in Lionel and HO. And railroading supplies in every scale. And a dedicated staff. While I was in there with Liam two enthusiasts were being given a computer simulation of their "wish-list" layout and used the guidance to select best angle track, best manufacturers, best scales as per size constraints, etc. I was impressed and I was just shopping. Kid or adult they are there with all you need. Don't miss The Train Shack. You won't be sorry. read more

Very knowledgeable staff, well stocked with a bit of everything Model Train or miniature. Good place to find that oddball small hardware or tools that no one else carries. Enjoyable model train layout to watch the trains go around as you shop. Worth a visit! Not the cheapest place for repairs, but they do know what they are doing. Guess you pay more for doing it right the first time! read more

Took an old Lionel that hasn't ran in 40 yrs. And it came back looking and running great.

Train Shack helped to create an amazing moment. I had an idea to surprise my 85 year-old father with his childhood Lionel trains, which he had given to me long ago, for Christmas. Problem was I had the idea with only a handful of days before I had to be driving and as I pulled the set from the garage, I discovered all of the power cables had long rotted away. A bit heartbroken, I took the transformer to Train Shack and explained my dilemma. Although only days before Christmas and already booked with existing repairs, Train Shack truly understood what this would mean to my father and managed to get the repair done ASAP. I can't thank them enough because a really beautiful moment where three generations came together over a Lionel train set would not have happened without their help. They truly cared and went over and beyond. read more

My son (4) and daughter (2) love coming here, and it is wonderful for us parents too. Lots of cool trains set up and running that you can watch, a great selection of Brio trains for kids (including tables they can play with them on), and a trove of stuff for more sophisticated hobbyists. The staff are incredibly nice, knowledgeable and passionate. There is a range of prices, with some nice inexpensive things and some high end stuff, and if you are lucky you may even get a freebie or a deal on something donated to the store. I feel like this is the kind of wonderful community store that people associate with another era, but it's still chugging along! (Pun intended). read more

So nice and amazing. They let my 3 year old play with the trains and were very nice and accommodating. We bought some brio trains because of the excellent people who work here. If you love trains or have small children who love trains... this is the place to go. read more

My husband and daughter were just in here getting things for our O scale Polar Express train that we are going to set up for Christmas. Everyone was super helpful and a good amount of time was spent on making sure the right amount of track was bought. They used their computer to help with that and my husband came back with a print out. They also found some Polar Express figures to add. I remember from the last time I was in there how incredibly nice everyone was and nothing has changed. They literally have everything that you need and have different scale sizes. Parking is in the rear or two hour parking on the street. It's in the heart of Magnolia Park, so Crumbl, Porto's, Target, and other great businesses are surrounding. read more

The Train Shack is the premier train store on the West Coast catering to the beginner to the seasoned experts , carrying scales from Z, N, HO, O and G scale . If you cannot find a part or a train they will surely find it for you and if you need engine or rolling stock maintenance they are all experts and will gladly service pretty much anything you throw at them. I love this place and always feel very welcome and at home! Santa Clarita Railroad Greg B Tomey read more

On our way to Porto's we happened to see this place. After having a nice lunch at Porto's we walked over to The Train Shack to see what it was all about. My train loving son and his little sister who likes trains due to her big brother were so happy to be there! The have a pretty awesome model train set up in the middle of the store and it had Godzilla and King Kong which my son was stoked about! The model train set even had buttons that could be pushed to work the lights and create a audible storm. There was another model train on the ceiling, but it wasn't on at the time. There was also another train set near the kid's area. They have all kinds trains they were made from different materials, different sizes, some for adults and some for children. They had books and activity sets. It wasn't super fancy, but it was very neat! The staff was generally nice. It did get a slightly off vibe. But nothing overt or rude at all. So I may have just been reading more into it. They were all fairly friendly with my kids. The only downside is everything was pretty expensive which is understandable. Some of the things I priced online and the prices were the same or slightly more. But it was still pricy. We ended up buying a couple small things for my kids since it was an impromptu trip. But I'm sure we'll go back and get more. Parking is in a lot in the back and there were a fair amount of spaces. You can also park on most of the streets around there for 2 hours. They are strict about the mask policy which I liked. You have to enter in the back, and push a buzzer to be let in. I think this so to confirm that everyone has their mask on before entering. read more

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Amazing experience. Employees were extremely kind and informative. Such a magical place. I highly recommend.

This is the best shop. The staff is amazing. After my first visit I felt like my business was not needed, but now I swear by the shop. If you need help with you model railroad this is the place read more

Best model train store in LA County Socal Excellent service; friendly and knowledgable staff. Owner and manager Mindy and Todd were helpful on train orders. Items were incredible: but pricey. If you're fascinated with trains, this is the location to visit; parking was easy in the back door. Would return here sometime around when I'm in Los Angeles read more

My favorite model train store! I have been a customer since it opened, and whenever I visit Burbank, my brother-in-law and I had to visit the store. Lots of great products and staff. By the way, I have Z, N, HO (American and German) S, O, G and 1 scale model railroads. read more

Hands down the best model train store we have ever visited. They don't just have the best selection, the people working there are so knowledgeable and kind. read more

The owner, Eddie, was very proficient and knowledgeable. I was in and out in about thirty minutes. The cost was very reasonable and significantly less than where I had been taking my vehicle. It was a little tight maneuvering into the facility but well worth it. read more

Incredible expertise, knowledge and service. I took my late grandfather's 1946 American Flyer set that hadn't run in 30 years here. From the second I put the box on the counter the woman helping me knew exactly what I had brought in. She was honest about how long the repair would take (about 6 weeks) but was confident that they could repair it. The model was finished ahead of schedule, though a wheel broke after running it a bit. I brought it back in and they replaced the wheel (which was not part of the original servicing) free of charge. Today this nearly 80 year old model train, a priceless memory of my grandfather, runs perfectly whereas it barely moved before. Since then I have made many purchases of equipment in HO, O and S. The knowledge base here is second to none, and they have always been upfront and honest. One time I came in and the man helping me realized before I did that he accidentally overcharged me a little bit last time and volunteered to credit it back to me. Mistakes are human, but I love that kind of integrity. You can find model trains cheaper online, but the level of expertise and customer service at Train Shack means that I can rely on them to help me solve problems and not just add to my collection but make my existing collection even better. They have a lifetime customer with me. read more

One the last best places to ever buy your model train parts and accessories. I own z -g.

great brio trains for kids also. Helpful staff . Industry experts. Easy parking . Worth a stop .

What an incredible oasis for little ones, and adults! My husband and I came in with our toddler when they opened on a Sunday morning and were blown away by this place's selection and uniqueness. This store is one of a kind and the employees are very knowledgeable about everything related to trains of all types! They have impressive displays above head and all around the store, which really showcase the detail and design of the railroad trains. They also have a wide selection of the BRIO train sets for younger ones who want more of a hands on experience. Todd was very helpful and patient with us and all of our questions as first timers. The store got very busy an hour into opening too, so it was nice to see that this small business gets so much support and has so many return customers year after year. My son had a blast playing at the train table and we ended up buying a set to take home with us! We will definitely be back. read more

Train Shack - Play table with a BRIO train set - Toy Stores Near Me - Burbank, California

My parents brought my son in to pick out his 7th birthday present on Sunday, which ended up being the NASA train set. The way that anyone from our family is treated each time we go there is with such patience, understanding and knowledge. Each time we get in the car to leave we have the same conversation. "Can you believe how great they are", "They are amazing", etc... As you well know, this is not a cheap hobby, but it is one that has brought us closer together as a family. Having a location where he can go and be encouraged to be a kid by looking, touching and have some assisted play to learn more about the trains has only heightened his passion for it. We drive there from Hawthorne, which might not seem like it means anything, but in a world where you can stay home, buy anything online and receive it two days later, we would much rather take the time and spend the gas money to support a business like this. My son is proud to wear his Train Shack shirt and, to be honest, we smile each time he does and we know the feeling of being in the store and the real sense of community it brings. We are thankful for this store and the people that make it great. We look forward to many more years of supporting them and having the chance to experience their level of service. read more

Our son absolutely loves trains. We used to visit Travel Town in Griffith Park so much, that now we often drive our son by just to see the trains from the car since they've been closed due to COVID. He loves trains THAT much. We've been frequenting Train Shack for a quite some time now, pre and post covid, to the point that it's a family ritual of ours. They have a massive variety of model trains in giant display cases for viewing as well as entire towns and mountains set up with trains running around them. Whenever we're there they turn on the trains so our son can see them going around the towns, over the mountains and through tunnels. I'm not even a fan of trains and I think it's really cool, so you can imagine how excited our son is! They have a whole kids section with everything imaginable, and even after coming here as often as we have, it seems there's always something new. With so few things available for us to do with our son due to COVID, we're ecstatic that Train Shack is still in business and is able to let us come into the store. If you're hesitant about shopping in person due to covid don't be: all the employees wear masks and they do not let the store get crowded so it's quite easy to keep your distance. They only allow certain numbers of customers in at a time, even if it means there's a line at the door of other families waiting to get in (which is often the case) which shows they care more about the safety of their customers more than anything. Even if you do have to wait, they're still very good about making sure people don't have to wait too long which is great, especially with a very eager child in tow! The staff has always been warm and helpful but never "salesy". Being able to just have a normal conversation without trying to be sold on more stuff is part of the experience we really enjoy. Like with most things these days we realize that yes, if you shop around online you could probably find their kids products for a little cheaper, but in these trying times we don't mind spending a little bit extra to support local businesses rather than Amazon. Sure our son loves the new trains he gets to take home, but it's the experience of being in the store and seeing everything that he loves. There's just something so satisfying about the car ride home with a shiny new train, pouring over every detail of the package. You just don't get that when you're opening up a cardboard box someone shipped to your house. To us, fond memories of experiences for him and for us are invaluable. I would absolutely recommend that everyone pays them a visit, chances are my family will be there! read more

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I always do my best to support locally but every time I come into the train shack, the employees either stare at me or they will come over to watch what I'm doing. NO I DO NOT PLAN ON STEALING YOUR TOY TRAINS. Anyways I always get a creepy vibe in there and do not plan on coming back. read more

I bought a Lionel train set and the smoker stopped working the next day. I called the store and Todd replaced it with a brand new one with no questions asked. Jeff was helpful and took his time showing my family and I different trains. Always support Small Businesses in America if you can! read more

Cool that I was able to find trains for a project i was doing. We sent someone to get the train as it was a pretty far distance from us but we needed a train asap for photos. Spent a pretty penny and when I got the train it was in a box, appeared to be new or like new. Opened the box to inspect the train set and it was broken. Too far for us to justify taking it back. The service over the phone seemed nice so its too bad. read more

Extremely friendly staff with everything you could want if you love model trains. My 2 year old son has recently fell in love with trains and Train Shack has all you need for young ones. Highly recommend a visit! read more

Made the drive up to Burbank from down in Orange County. It was really refreshing to go to an actual brick and mortar model train shop with employees who are actually knowledgeable. They were the only shop that had a replacement part for my LGB G gauge engine. Service was quick and things are fairly priced for the hobby. The selection they have of different gauges is awesome. Id recommend Train Shack for your train model needs. read more

It's always a stop for us when they are open! We can't get the boys out of here without a new addition to their train set. The guys here are always accommodating and nice even when the boys stink up the place with dirty diapers out of shear excitement. Thanks guys for all your help giving us time to rest our minds and check our phones! Great place to see what Brio Train sets your kids will enjoy! read more

This is a store with lots of great stuff to look at. Their layouts on display are really nice. One could spend all day in there just enjoying the store. The prices are a little high but if you want something now, it can be worth it. The staff are good. They don't go out of their way to help you but they also don't try and run you out and are straight forward with answering questions. This can be seen as rude by some people but oh well. You can't please everyone. Personally, I would enjoy an enthusiastic conversation with their employees every now and then. They seem like good people if you get to know them. I just think that since they work at a train shop, they've seen and heard everything over the years. When your hobby becomes work, I guess your outlook on it changes. Overall, if you want to shop for trains and not be bothered, this is a place to visit. read more

This is a fun train store. It's got an old retail feel, nothing fancy about the displays and shelves and old carpeted floor... but there's a ton of merchandise and there's AN AMAZING working train set in the middle of the store. Staff is great, helpful and friendly. Feels like they have a community, but most people in the store that day were newcomers, and everyone was treated respectfully (sometimes hobby shops can be a bit insular). Check it out, even if your not in the market for a train. read more