Comic Book Shops
in New York.

537 Central Ave

HOURS: Mon–Tue 11:00 AM–6:00 PM · Wed–Fri 11:00 AM–7:00 PM · Sat 11:00 AM–6:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Back issue bins so deep that the 25 for $20 bundle barely scratches the surface of what Capital District collectors drive here to find.

1 Crossgates Mall Rd

HOURS: Mon–Thu 10:00 AM–8:00 PM · Fri–Sat 10:00 AM–9:00 PM · Sun 11:00 AM–6:00 PM

Dig into the manga and you'll find titles that major chains gave up on stocking, alongside Japanese Pokémon cards, Funko Pops, and vinyl records.

1238 Central Ave

HOURS: Mon–Sat 11:00 AM–7:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Tabletop games and CCGs fill the ground floor while Pokémon cards and comics occupy the second, with graphic novels running at a steady 25% off.

2555 Western Ave

HOURS: Mon–Fri 3:00 PM–9:00 PM · Sat–Sun 12:00 PM–8:00 PM

Wheeled chairs invite you to settle in among a huge comics collection, Pop figures, and shelves of Pokémon and Magic cards.

8075 Sheridan Dr

HOURS: Mon–Thu 11:00 AM–7:00 PM · Fri 11:00 AM–8:00 PM · Sat 10:00 AM–8:00 PM · Sun 10:00 AM–5:00 PM

Comics have mostly ceded ground to trading cards and Buffalo Bills gear here, but the staff still hands free packs to kids just getting into Pokémon or Magic.

32-11 41st St

HOURS: Sat–Sun 10:00 AM–6:00 PM

Dig through the basement bins on a weekend and you might surface a key issue or variant at clearance prices that beat eBay rates.

2255 31st St

HOURS: Mon–Sat 11:00 AM–7:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Parked at the N/W turnstile for over 33 years, with silver and bronze age back issues stacked deep and every new pull bagged and boarded on the house.

225 Deer Park Ave

HOURS: Mon–Tue 11:00 AM–6:00 PM · Wed–Fri 10:00 AM–7:00 PM · Sat 10:00 AM–5:00 PM · Sun 11:00 AM–4:00 PM

Back issues spanning from the golden age to present sit alongside sports cards and slabbed keys in a shop collectors drive hours to browse.

846 Merrick Rd

HOURS: Wed 12:00 PM–8:00 PM · Thu–Fri 2:00 PM–8:00 PM · Sat 12:00 PM–7:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Indie comics get serious shelf space here alongside Pokémon cards, Magic singles, and D&D nights that draw regulars from towns away.

110 Milton Ave

HOURS: Wed–Fri 12:00 PM–6:00 PM · Sat 12:00 PM–5:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–4:00 PM

Collectors drive from three states away for the dollar boxes and back issues that span from the Golden Age straight through to modern Marvel runs.

440 Ellicott St

HOURS: Mon 12:00 PM–6:00 PM · Tue–Sat 10:00 AM–6:00 PM

Star Wars merch and vintage 80s and 90s toys from G.I. Joe to Transformers fill this shop so thoroughly that regulars say it takes multiple visits to see it all.

65 E Main St

HOURS: Wed–Sun 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Back issues, Batman '89, McFarlane figures, and a manga section all packed into a compact but surprisingly well organized space that keeps kids asking to come back.

15 Main St S

HOURS: Mon–Fri 11:00 AM–6:00 PM · Sat 11:00 AM–5:00 PM

Old school comic shop energy with surprisingly specific collectible finds, from Kid Venom variant covers to Escanor figures from Seven Deadly Sins.

3021-23 Middletown Rd

HOURS: Mon 12:00 PM–6:00 PM · Tue–Wed 12:00 PM–7:00 PM · Thu 12:00 PM–5:00 PM · Fri–Sat 12:00 PM–7:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Pokémon singles, Funko Pops, anime figures, and back issues all share the same well lit floor, pulling in Marvel fans, young collectors, and parents in equal measure.

2688 Third Ave

HOURS: Mon–Sat 11:00 AM–6:00 PM · Sun 11:00 AM–3:00 PM

Packed into a small storefront, this shop runs $1 and $2 back issue bins alongside Pokémon card expertise that keeps both kids and collectors coming back.

390 E Fordham Rd

HOURS: Mon–Sun 1:00 PM–9:00 PM

Open since 1982, it pairs a strong Magic: The Gathering collection with vintage toys and comics inventory that has been building for over four decades.

570 Manhattan Ave

HOURS: Mon–Sun 12:00 PM–7:00 PM

New issues on the left, graphic novels on the right, vintage comics and toys in the back, this shop runs on a floor plan that makes sense the moment you walk in.

831 Nostrand Ave

HOURS: Mon–Thu 12:00 PM–8:00 PM · Fri 12:00 PM–11:00 PM · Sat–Sun 11:00 AM–7:00 PM

Dollar bins, a dedicated kids section, and comic classes for children make this Brooklyn shop a genuine neighborhood fixture for readers of all ages.

321-331 DeKalb Ave

HOURS: Sun 10:00 AM–4:00 PM

Serious collectors hunt here for Classics Illustrated artwork and rare single issues that most shops stopped stocking decades ago.

2178 Nostrand Ave

HOURS: Mon–Sat 11:00 AM–8:00 PM · Sun 11:00 AM–6:00 PM

Back issue bins run deep here alongside a solid manga section, anime figures and statues, Funko Pops, and Pokemon and Magic cards, all sweetened by a 20% membership discount.

188 Eckford St

HOURS: Wed–Sun 12:00 PM–8:00 PM

Flip through the dollar bins for an hour and you'll still find Spidey runs you haven't seen, then check the Pokémon cards and vintage action figures on the way out.

490 Metropolitan Ave

HOURS: Wed–Sun 12:00 PM–7:00 PM

Skip mainstream superheroes entirely and go deep on underground comics, indie publications, and international titles, plus a children's section tucked in alongside the fringe favorites.

431 5th Ave

HOURS: Mon–Sun 10:00 AM–8:00 PM

McFarlane DC Multiverse figures share the shelves with Funko Pops, manga, and Pokémon cards here, covering far more collector ground than the typical pull list shop.

6823 5th Ave

HOURS: Mon–Tue 11:00 AM–7:00 PM · Wed–Sun 11:00 AM–8:00 PM

Dig through the $2 bins or browse the walls of raw and graded back issues alongside Marvel Select figures like Ultron and Taskmaster.

206 41st St

HOURS: Mon–Sun 12:00 PM–7:00 PM

Packed floor to ceiling with single issues spanning decades, this warehouse runs on dollar bins, 70s Marvel, and the patience of serious collectors.

1814 McDonald Ave

HOURS: Mon–Thu 12:00 PM–6:00 PM · Fri 12:00 PM–5:30 PM

Forty years of deep Marvel back issues and fair prices give this Brooklyn institution the feel of a time capsule from the early '80s.

123 Wythe Ave

HOURS: Mon–Fri 3:00 PM–7:00 PM · Sat–Sun 12:00 PM–7:00 PM

Dig through disorganized stacks of vintage Funko Pops, Pokémon cards, and Magic singles where the chaos is half the fun.

51 35th St

HOURS: Mon–Tue 11:00 AM–8:00 PM · Wed–Thu 10:00 AM–9:00 PM · Fri–Sat 10:00 AM–10:00 PM · Sun 11:00 AM–7:00 PM

Marvel collectors gravitate to this Industry City outpost for back issue bins and Marvel Select figures, though those hoping to sell back their stash may find the offers thin.

2111 E 18th St

HOURS: Mon–Sat 1:00 PM–7:00 PM · Sun 1:00 PM–6:00 PM

Pokémon singles, retro video games, and anime merch pack every inch of this hole in the wall where the owner is known to haggle if you ask.

194 Knickerbocker Ave

HOURS: Mon–Fri 2:00 PM–7:00 PM · Sat 12:00 PM–7:00 PM · Sun 1:00 PM–7:00 PM

Comics share shelf space with vinyl records here, and the manga section goes out of its way to stock LGBTQ+ titles alongside the usual indie and big two fare.

56 E Spring St

HOURS: Mon 11:00 AM–7:00 PM · Tue–Sat 10:00 AM–7:00 PM · Sun 11:00 AM–7:00 PM

Climb to the second floor above Sweet Jenny's and you land in a room stacked with back issues, autographed celebrity photos, and vintage collectibles spanning decades.

4018 Union Rd

HOURS: Mon 1:00 PM–7:30 PM · Tue 11:00 AM–7:30 PM · Wed 1:00 PM–7:30 PM · Thu–Sat 11:00 AM–7:30 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Pack a dog treat for Rosco and patience for the cramped aisles, because the back issue bins and Magic singles make this place worth the dig.

1069 Abbott Rd

HOURS: Mon–Tue 2:00 PM–7:00 PM · Wed–Fri 12:00 PM–7:00 PM · Sat 11:00 AM–6:00 PM

The owner once handed a kid their first Sonic comic and a sticker for free, and that kind of detail tells you everything about how this shop runs.

1421 Hertel Ave

HOURS: Wed–Sat 11:00 AM–7:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Local indie creators get prime shelf space here alongside dollar boxes, a manga section, and the occasional oddity like an Exorcist Reagan Funko Pop.

3184 Main St

HOURS: Mon 12:00 PM–3:00 PM · Tue 11:00 AM–3:00 PM · Wed–Fri 11:00 AM–7:00 PM · Sat 11:00 AM–5:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

One of America's oldest comic shops keeps prices fair and back issues in mint condition, feeling more like a visit to a friend's place than a trip to a store.

217 S Main St

HOURS: Tue–Sun 11:00 AM–5:00 PM

Vinyl and vintage comics share shelf space here, with deep back issue bins and surprisingly reasonable prices on rare finds.

2394 Middle Country Rd

HOURS: Mon–Sat 10:00 AM–5:30 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Funko Pops wall to wall and Pokémon cards stacked deep make this more of a collectibles den than a comics shop, with vintage Transformers and sports cards rounding out the haul.

4208 Union Rd

HOURS: Mon–Fri 9:30 AM–5:00 PM

Coin dealers by trade, they've earned a reputation for the best gold and silver prices in Western New York while keeping comics and collectibles in the mix.

69 Brookside Ave

HOURS: Mon–Tue 2:00 PM–7:00 PM · Wed 12:00 PM–9:00 PM · Thu–Fri 1:00 PM–9:00 PM · Sat 12:00 PM–9:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Vintage variants that stumped Manhattan shoppers keep surfacing here, mixed in with graded books, Pokémon packs, and Magic singles.

4100 NY-31

HOURS: Mon–Thu 11:00 AM–9:00 PM · Fri 11:00 AM–11:00 PM · Sat 11:00 AM–8:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–8:00 PM

The shelves run from vintage Transformers and Dragon Ball figures to chase Funko Pops and Pokemon singles, with back issue bins filling out the rest.

14 E Main St

HOURS: Mon–Tue 3:30 PM–6:30 PM · Wed–Fri 3:30 PM–7:30 PM · Sat 11:00 AM–6:00 PM

Manga runs, Warhammer kits, and Pokémon cards fill out a shop where comics anchor the room but D&D and board games make the case for staying longer.

80 3rd St

HOURS: Tue–Sat 12:00 PM–6:00 PM

Rows of vintage toys and action figures share floor space with deep back issue bins stocked with the key comics that collectors in the area have been hunting for.

106 Bridge St

HOURS: Mon–Sun 12:00 PM–6:00 PM

Japanese Pokémon Vmax packs sit beside $2 to $5 back issues in a compact shop whose Funko Pop selection pulls collectors in from across the region.

35 N Riverside Ave

HOURS: Mon–Sun 12:00 PM–9:00 PM

Kids treat it like an after school hangout, coming back weekly for Pokémon card hunts, Magic: The Gathering events, and D&D sessions with comics and graphic novels on the side.

4626 Broadway

HOURS: Wed–Sat 11:00 AM–7:00 PM · Sun 11:00 AM–5:00 PM

Every issue walks out bagged and boarded for free, and the fifty cent rack is the kind of detail that turns first time visitors into regulars.

598 Columbia Turnpike

HOURS: Mon–Fri 11:00 AM–9:00 PM · Sat–Sun 11:00 AM–6:00 PM

Board games, Magic: The Gathering singles, Games Workshop miniatures, and Pokemon cards all share the shelves here, making it one of the Capital Region's most comprehensive hobby shops.

2055 Hempstead Tpke

HOURS: Wed 10:00 AM–7:00 PM · Thu–Sat 12:00 PM–6:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–4:00 PM

Back issues alphabetically filed and priced to beat the competition make this the kind of shop a teacher actually brings students to browse.

130 W 14th St

HOURS: Wed 10:00 AM–6:30 PM · Thu–Fri 10:00 AM–6:00 PM · Sat 10:00 AM–3:00 PM

Rows of back issues from silver age to bronze age to modern pile into what regulars call a clustered mess of pure joy, run by an owner who gets kids hooked on comics.

146 Jericho Tpke

HOURS: Tue–Fri 12:00 PM–7:00 PM · Sat 12:30 PM–5:00 PM

Shelved alphabetically and by publisher so back issues are actually findable, with an action figure selection that earns its own word of mouth.

35-32 Union St

HOURS: Mon–Thu 12:00 PM–6:00 PM · Fri–Sat 12:00 PM–7:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Manga fans flock here for the 20% discount, Gundam models, and hard to find titles that bigger chain stores never bother stocking.

9601 Metropolitan Ave

HOURS: Wed 10:00 AM–7:00 PM · Thu 12:00 PM–6:00 PM · Fri–Sat 12:00 PM–7:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–6:00 PM

Dollar books sit alongside Gargoyles NECA figures and a Funko punch card program that keeps collectors coming back to this cozy Marvel and Pokémon haven.

1607 US-9

HOURS: Mon–Thu 10:00 AM–7:00 PM · Fri 10:00 AM–9:00 PM · Sat 10:00 AM–7:00 PM · Sun 10:00 AM–5:00 PM

Pokémon, Magic, and Warhammer share shelf space with retro video games and paintball supplies, making this Fort Edward shop one of those rare spots where the inventory genuinely defies easy categorization.

Roosevelt Field Mall, 630 Old Country Rd

HOURS: Mon–Thu 10:00 AM–8:00 PM · Fri–Sat 10:00 AM–9:00 PM · Sun 11:00 AM–7:00 PM

Comics live in the back corner now while vinyl records, Funko Pops, and anime figures have taken over the main floor.

101-3 Main St

HOURS: Tue–Sat 11:00 AM–7:00 PM · Sun 11:00 AM–2:00 PM

Batman singles share shelf space with educational toys and art supplies, pulling in both weekly regulars hunting new releases and parents shopping with wide eyed kids.

71 Lawrence St

HOURS: Wed 3:00 PM–7:00 PM · Thu 12:00 PM–6:00 PM · Fri 12:00 PM–5:00 PM · Sat 11:00 AM–5:00 PM

The Ninja Turtle arcade machine tips you off that something fun is happening here, and the shelves of Stephen King, R.L. Stine, and vintage back issues confirm it.

1771 Love Rd

HOURS: Mon–Thu 10:00 AM–11:00 PM · Fri–Sat 10:00 AM–12:00 AM · Sun 10:00 AM–11:00 PM

Order a pizza and eat it under the watch of a full size Hulk statue, surrounded by Marvel and DC memorabilia you can buy or just absorb.

313 Halstead Ave

HOURS: Mon–Tue 11:00 AM–5:00 PM · Wed–Fri 11:00 AM–7:00 PM · Sat 11:00 AM–5:00 PM · Sun 11:00 AM–4:00 PM

Back issues priced well below market draw collectors, while a strong trade paperback wall and a dedicated children's section keep the whole family browsing.

107

HOURS: Tue 12:30 PM–6:00 PM · Wed–Fri 12:30 PM–7:00 PM · Sat 12:30 PM–6:00 PM · Sun 12:30 PM–5:00 PM

Browsing feels less like shopping and more like rifling through Peter's personal stash, with Hatsune Miku figures and manga tucked between rows of classic comics.

317 Main St

HOURS: Mon 11:30 AM–5:00 PM · Tue–Fri 11:30 AM–6:00 PM · Sat 10:00 AM–6:00 PM

Behind that gloriously weird name sits a cozy shop where the owner talks comics with the kind of enthusiasm that makes you want to buy something you didn't plan on.

997 Waverly Ave

HOURS: Mon–Tue 12:00 PM–5:00 PM · Wed–Sat 12:00 PM–7:00 PM

Floor to ceiling comics and prepackaged runs lining the walls set this apart as an old school back issue destination that parents happily bring kids to every week.

150 Main St

HOURS: Tue–Thu 12:00 PM–6:00 PM · Fri 12:00 AM–6:00 PM · Sat 11:00 AM–5:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Week after week, fathers and sons return to dig through vintage comics and trading cards, drawn by an owner who negotiates on price.

302 Main St

HOURS: Mon 12:00 PM–6:00 PM · Tue–Thu 12:00 PM–8:00 PM · Fri 12:00 PM–3:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–8:00 PM

From dollar back issues to ten dollar hardcovers, the pricing seems designed to pull curious kids and budget collectors into the hobby and keep them there.

Shopping Plaza, 874 New York 9G Haviland

HOURS: Mon–Sun 12:00 PM–8:00 PM

Back issues here are shelved with the same care as a library, alongside new releases, Pokémon cards, Magic singles, and Funko Pops that make it worth the drive from anywhere.

77A Carleton Ave

HOURS: Mon 11:00 AM–5:00 PM · Tue–Fri 11:00 AM–7:00 PM · Sat–Sun 11:00 AM–5:00 PM

Collectors come for the graded keys and leave surprised by the depth of Pokémon singles and Magic cards packed into a meticulously alphabetized shop.

214 Fairmount Ave

HOURS: Mon–Tue 12:30 PM–4:00 PM · Wed 11:00 AM–6:00 PM · Thu 11:00 AM–5:00 PM · Fri 12:00 PM–8:00 PM · Sat 11:00 AM–6:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–4:00 PM

Booster packs priced below other local retailers, sealed back issues lined up neatly, plus a freshly added manga section sitting alongside Pokémon and Magic singles.

601 Harry L Dr

HOURS: Mon 10:00 AM–9:00 PM · Tue–Sat 10:00 AM–8:00 PM · Sun 11:00 AM–6:00 PM

Dig through the bins here and you might surface old Jurassic Park or Turok issues alongside sports cards, with staff patient enough to walk a 9 year old through starting a collection.

278 Main St

HOURS: Mon–Sat 11:00 AM–7:00 PM

Dig through the dollar bins for back issues, browse the Funko Pops that pull in dedicated collectors, and leave feeling like you actually got a deal.

319 Wall St

HOURS: Mon 12:00 PM–6:30 PM · Wed–Fri 12:00 PM–6:00 PM · Sat 11:00 AM–6:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–4:00 PM

Shelves organized by age range, a dedicated gaming room, a spotlight section for local artists, and a manga wall that regulars specifically seek out make this Hudson Valley shop feel curated rather than crammed.

313 Smith Haven Mall

HOURS: Mon–Thu 10:00 AM–8:00 PM · Fri–Sat 10:00 AM–9:00 PM · Sun 11:00 AM–7:00 PM

The comics are literally the back wall here, while vinyl, manga, K pop merch, and Funko Pops fill everything else at prices that'll make you double check the tag.

2513 Main St

HOURS: Mon–Thu 10:00 AM–6:00 PM · Fri–Sat 10:00 AM–8:00 PM · Sun 10:00 AM–6:00 PM

Star Wars figures line an entire wall alongside vintage records and back issue bins that keep collectors circling back.

600-26 Portion Rd

HOURS: Mon–Thu 11:00 AM–10:00 PM · Fri 11:00 AM–12:00 AM · Sat 11:00 AM–10:00 PM · Sun 11:00 AM–6:00 PM

Comics now share just a standing rack of space while Pokémon singles, sealed Magic boxes, and Yu Gi Oh product dominate the rest of the floor.

200 E Montauk Hwy

HOURS: Mon–Fri 12:00 PM–7:00 PM · Sat 11:00 AM–5:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–3:00 PM

Between deep silver age bins, Al Milgrom signing events, and a shelf holding a 1/6 scale Toshiro Mifune figure, the inventory here tells you the owner is actually into this stuff.

282 N Wellwood Ave

HOURS: Mon 12:00 PM–5:00 PM · Tue 12:00 PM–7:00 PM · Wed 10:00 AM–7:00 PM · Thu–Sat 11:00 AM–7:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

An enormous room stuffed with back issues, Godzilla merchandise, and Dragon Ball figures that somehow still reads as a neighborhood hole in the wall.

41-26 27th St

HOURS: Mon–Fri 12:00 PM–8:00 PM · Sat–Sun 11:00 AM–7:00 PM

The name holds up: manga fans, Pokémon card traders, Funko collectors, and superhero readers all find their corner here without feeling like an afterthought.

1 Stauderman Ave

HOURS: Mon 10:00 AM–6:00 PM · Wed 10:00 AM–8:00 PM · Thu–Fri 10:00 AM–6:00 PM · Sat 11:00 AM–5:00 PM

Collectors come for the graded key issues and high end statues, while parents appreciate that the staff will patiently help their kids find a first Batman read.

29 Broadway

HOURS: Mon–Sun 11:00 AM–8:00 PM

Long boxes of comics share floor space with an entire Star Wars aisle, vintage NES and PlayStation boxed sets, and trading cards spread across a space big enough to lose an afternoon in.

5288 Merrick Rd

HOURS: Mon–Thu 12:00 PM–7:00 PM · Fri 12:00 PM–8:00 PM · Sat 11:00 AM–8:00 PM

Mint condition boxed Star Wars figures and vintage toys crowd every shelf, with the owner treating the whole place more like a museum than a shop.

840B N Broadway

HOURS: Tue 11:00 AM–4:00 PM · Wed 9:00 AM–8:00 PM · Thu–Fri 11:00 AM–8:00 PM · Sat 11:00 AM–7:00 PM · Sun 9:00 AM–4:00 PM

Manga galore, silver age books, and Marvel Legends figures crowd the shelves alongside horror graphic novels priced well below what you'd find online.

74-10 69th Rd

HOURS: Mon–Tue 10:00 AM–5:00 PM · Wed–Thu 10:00 AM–7:30 PM · Fri 10:00 AM–5:00 PM · Sat 9:00 AM–3:00 PM

Pressing and cleaning services draw serious collectors, who also turn up back issues at original cover prices alongside current superhero titles.

400 NY-211

HOURS: Mon–Sun 12:00 PM–6:00 PM

Gundam building kits and horror comics share space with back issue bins, but the graphic novel section is what keeps regulars coming back.

451 NY-25A

HOURS: Thu–Fri 3:00 PM–7:00 PM · Sat 12:00 PM–7:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Carded G.I. Joe vehicles and MOTU playsets fill the shelves alongside vintage Amazing Spider Man back issues that locals say are the best on Long Island.

347 NY-59

HOURS: Mon–Tue 12:00 PM–6:00 PM · Wed–Thu 12:00 PM–10:00 PM · Fri 12:00 PM–11:00 PM · Sat 12:00 PM–10:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–6:00 PM

Warhammer miniatures and Pokemon singles crowd the shelves here, and the Homeschool Pokemon Club signals exactly who this place is for.

8451 Seneca Tpke

HOURS: Mon 12:00 PM–5:00 PM · Tue–Wed 11:00 AM–6:00 PM · Thu 11:00 AM–3:00 PM · Fri 11:00 AM–9:30 PM · Sat 10:00 AM–5:00 PM · Sun 10:00 AM–3:00 PM

Comics spanning multiple decades share the floor with Warhammer kits and a Magic collection organized by set.

1300 Jericho Tpke

HOURS: Mon 11:00 AM–4:00 PM · Tue 10:00 AM–5:00 PM · Wed 10:00 AM–8:00 PM · Thu 10:00 AM–7:00 PM · Fri 11:00 AM–6:00 PM

Boxes of back issues fill the floor, the dollar comics up front draw regulars back again and again, and the indie titles are organized enough to actually browse.

246 Main St Suite

HOURS: Wed–Sat 12:00 PM–7:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Hudson Valley shoppers get deep back issue bins, dollar comics, and weekly D&D sessions in a store that holds its own against the biggest shops in NYC.

237A E Main St

HOURS: Mon–Tue 11:00 AM–5:00 PM · Wed 11:00 AM–7:00 PM · Thu 11:00 AM–5:00 PM · Fri 11:00 AM–7:00 PM · Sat 11:00 AM–5:00 PM · Sun 11:00 AM–4:00 PM

Packed into a modest space but stocking nearly 35 years worth of back issues alongside Pokémon tins, Magic singles, and sports memorabilia, this shop rewards patient browsers who take time to work through its well organized shelves.

1590 York Ave

HOURS: Mon–Tue 12:00 PM–6:00 PM · Wed–Thu 12:00 PM–6:30 PM · Fri 12:00 PM–6:00 PM · Sat 11:00 AM–5:00 PM

Compact on the outside but stacked floor to ceiling with Marvel back issues and sports cards that serious collectors fly across the Atlantic for.

116 Suffolk St

HOURS: Tue–Sun 12:00 PM–7:00 PM

Worker owned and proudly radical, this Lower East Side shop stocks zines, graphic novels, and LGBTQ+ and POC authored comics you won't find at a chain.

36 W 37th St Fl 6

HOURS: Mon–Fri 10:00 AM–6:00 PM

Where Superman #1 has changed hands at auction and the showroom reads less like a store than a museum for the rarest comics ever printed.

832 Broadway

HOURS: Mon–Tue 10:00 AM–8:00 PM · Wed–Sat 10:00 AM–9:00 PM · Sun 10:00 AM–8:00 PM

Hot Toys figures sit alongside deep back issue bins, Magic singles, and a sizable manga wall, making this the kind of stop serious collectors plan their whole trip around.

1000 8th Ave

HOURS: Mon–Sun 10:00 AM–8:00 PM

Wedged into the Underground Market at Columbus Circle, this compact manga specialist hunts down volumes major chains stopped carrying and stocks vintage Sailor Moon merch besides.

64 Fulton St

HOURS: Mon–Tue 11:00 AM–7:00 PM · Wed 8:00 AM–8:00 PM · Thu–Sat 11:00 AM–8:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–7:00 PM

Manga fans and back issue diggers both get their fix here, where shelves run from Punisher deep cuts to anime merchandise and Funko new releases.

459 Lexington Ave

HOURS: Mon–Tue 11:00 AM–7:00 PM · Wed 8:00 AM–8:00 PM · Thu–Sat 11:00 AM–8:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–7:00 PM

Tucked on the second floor near Grand Central, this outpost runs deep on signed variants and balances a proper manga section alongside its Marvel and DC racks.

200 W 40th St

HOURS: Mon–Tue 11:00 AM–7:00 PM · Wed 8:00 AM–9:00 PM · Thu–Sat 11:00 AM–9:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–7:00 PM

Two floors of comics, manga, and collectible statues make this the kind of place you plan to spend an hour and stay for three.

431 5th Ave 2nd floor

HOURS: Mon–Sun 11:00 AM–8:00 PM

Graded Pokémon cards and Magic singles get top billing here, with Funko Pops lining the walls and comics taking up just a fraction of the floor space.

2113 Amsterdam Ave

HOURS: Tue–Wed 12:00 PM–8:00 PM · Fri–Sat 12:00 PM–6:00 PM

Bilingual from its name on down, this neighborhood anchor carries Spanish language comics alongside English titles and has put young readers on a real stage to share their own original stories.

615 S Main St

HOURS: Thu–Sat 10:00 AM–5:00 PM

Star Wars collectibles and Transformers crowd the shelves alongside deep back issue bins in a store so packed the narrow aisles slow you down just enough.

628 S Main St

HOURS: Mon–Fri 10:00 AM–9:00 PM · Sat 10:00 AM–8:00 PM · Sun 11:00 AM–5:00 PM

Signing up for their pull list gets you 20% off new books, and the Magic singles, Funko Pops, and manga make the rest of the shop worth browsing too.

1144 Oliver St

HOURS: Mon–Fri 5:00 PM–9:00 PM · Sat 10:00 AM–5:30 PM · Sun 11:00 AM–5:30 PM

Owner George has packed this old school shop floor to ceiling with comics across every era and action figures, and the whole place still smells like ink and paper.

212 W State St

HOURS: Mon–Sat 11:00 AM–7:00 PM

Piles of Dungeons and Dragons sourcebooks and Magic: The Gathering singles dominate a dimly lit space where single issue comics feel almost secondary.

Upper Left, 41-45 Dietz St

HOURS: Tue–Fri 1:00 PM–8:00 PM · Sat 12:00 PM–8:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–6:00 PM

Marvel Crisis Protocol nights anchor the calendar at this 20 year old game shop that bridges comics, Magic singles, and tabletop wargaming.

112 E Bridge St

HOURS: Mon 11:00 AM–6:00 PM · Tue–Thu 11:00 AM–8:00 PM · Fri 11:00 AM–9:00 PM · Sat 11:00 AM–6:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Back issues and competitively priced Magic and Pokémon singles anchor a modest but well curated shop that covers all the comic and card game basics.

52 S Main St

HOURS: Wed 11:00 AM–6:00 PM · Thu–Sat 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

The bins go thirty years deep with Marvel and DC back issues, organized for easy digging but priced high enough to give budget hunters pause.

219 County Rte 57 store 7

HOURS: Tue–Fri 11:00 AM–5:00 PM · Sat 11:00 AM–2:00 PM

Pokémon hunters find Charizard cards and a deep Funko Pop wall here, though the hours are unpredictable and prices tend to run above eBay.

164 Boynton Ave

HOURS: Wed–Fri 10:00 AM–6:00 PM · Sat 10:00 AM–5:00 PM

Funko Pops and original art share shelf space with a comics selection that runs well past Marvel and DC into indie territory.

175 Broadway

HOURS: Wed–Sat 12:00 PM–8:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–6:00 PM

Every visit risks a deeper pile in your arms, with Pokémon packs, Magic singles, D&D sourcebooks, and single issue comics priced to keep you coming back.

322 Main St

HOURS: Mon–Thu 12:00 PM–7:00 PM · Fri–Sat 12:00 PM–8:30 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–6:00 PM

Both Marvel and DC have their own dollar bins, making this cozy shop a genuine stop for collectors who want to dig without committing to full cover prices.

34-36 Front St

HOURS: Tue–Sat 12:00 PM–8:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Dig through 50 cent comic bins while hunting vintage toys and Magic singles alongside the usual Marvel and DC staples.

1821 NY-376

HOURS: Mon 12:00 PM–6:00 PM · Tue–Fri 11:00 AM–7:00 PM · Sat 10:00 AM–6:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–6:00 PM

Regulars call it one of the best anime shops they've found, and the owner still greets kids by name while stocking Marvel Legends, Pokemon cards, and retro video games.

21 W Market St

HOURS: Sat 10:00 AM–8:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–6:00 PM

Autographed memorabilia shares the shelves with back issues and Funko Pops, drawing in both kids with their parents and longtime collectors.

Columbia Plaza, 501 Columbia Turnpike

HOURS: Wed 12:00 PM–5:00 PM · Thu–Fri 12:00 PM–6:00 PM · Sat–Sun 11:00 AM–5:00 PM

Back issue bins packed with vintage comics at Capital Region bargain prices, run by an owner who can pull your missing issue from memory.

6101 Myrtle Ave

HOURS: Fri 11:00 AM–8:00 PM · Sat 10:00 AM–8:00 PM · Sun 11:00 AM–7:00 PM

The thrift store roots still show in the eclectic mix of long boxes, Funko Pops, and vintage Star Trek and Babylon 5 action figures crammed into the shelves.

3200 W Ridge Rd

HOURS: Thu–Sun 10:00 AM–6:00 PM

Worth the dig if you're chasing single issues, and the owner has a reputation for tracking down titles that aren't on the shelf.

1548 Buffalo Rd

HOURS: Tue 12:00 PM–7:00 PM · Wed 11:00 AM–7:00 PM · Thu–Fri 11:00 AM–5:00 PM · Sat 10:00 AM–4:00 PM

Numerous short boxes of back issues priced to move, plus comic pressing and grading services that serious collectors actually need.

4410 Lake Ave

HOURS: Tue–Wed 12:00 PM–7:00 PM · Thu–Sat 2:00 PM–7:00 PM · Sun 3:00 PM–7:00 PM

Thousands of back issues alphabetized to the letter means you can actually find that Black Cat first appearance hiding in the dollar bins.

938 St Paul St

HOURS: Fri 12:00 PM–7:00 PM · Sat 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Decades worth of vintage comics and indie back issues fill this Friday Saturday only shop, where the owner prices older books by consulting a collector's guide right in front of you.

1115 E Main St Door 8

HOURS: Mon 12:00 PM–4:00 PM · Tue 12:00 PM–6:00 PM · Wed 11:00 AM–6:30 PM · Thu 11:00 AM–7:00 PM · Fri 12:00 PM–6:00 PM · Sat 11:00 AM–5:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

The 50 cent back issue bins alone are worth the trip, and the Magic: The Gathering and Yu Gi Oh selection keeps card players coming back too.

612 Stone Rd

HOURS: Mon–Fri 10:00 AM–5:00 PM · Sat 10:00 AM–4:00 PM

Dig through stacks of single issues and vintage magazines while the nostalgic haze makes you feel like it's 1987 again.

3805 Dewey Ave

HOURS: Mon–Tue 12:00 PM–7:00 PM · Wed–Fri 11:00 AM–8:00 PM · Sat 11:00 AM–5:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Funko Pops and trading card games line the shelves alongside deep back issue bins, and a proper kids' section means parents can browse without guilt.

1620 Penfield Rd

HOURS: Wed–Fri 11:00 AM–6:00 PM · Sat 10:00 AM–5:00 PM

That wall of graphic novels alone is worth the trip, and the Silver and Bronze Age back issue bins run deep for serious collectors.

117 Lake St

HOURS: Thu–Sun 10:00 AM–4:00 PM

Funko Pops line every wall alongside vintage toys and single issue comics, and the owner is known to cut deals that beat what you'd pay on eBay.

61 Railroad Ave

HOURS: Mon 12:00 PM–6:00 PM · Tue–Fri 12:00 PM–8:00 PM · Sat 11:00 AM–8:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Rows of organized back issues share the floor with Star Wars Vintage Collection and Black Series figures, Funko Pops, and free comics for kids on special days.

1704 Van Vranken Ave.

HOURS: Mon–Fri 11:00 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 11:00 AM–5:30 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Boxes of back issues fill this no frills old school shop where serious collectors spend hours hunting down vintage comics, and staff will track down specific issues when you strike out.

107 N Ballston Ave

HOURS: Tue–Thu 3:00 PM–8:00 PM · Fri–Sat 12:00 PM–8:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Back issues sit alongside Warhammer figures and Pokemon cards, and the owner is known for being especially patient with kids new to collecting.

235 Middle Country Rd

HOURS: Mon–Thu 11:00 AM–6:00 PM · Fri–Sat 11:00 AM–7:00 PM · Sun 11:00 AM–6:00 PM

Back issue bins priced to move anchor this overstuffed shop where every new single issue release shares space with action figures still in their original packaging.

33 NY-111

HOURS: Mon–Sat 10:00 AM–9:00 PM · Sun 10:00 AM–6:00 PM

Back issues share shelf space with McFarlane figures, high end statues, and a manga section that keeps anime fans coming back.

1029 W Jericho Turnpike

HOURS: Mon–Thu 11:00 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 11:00 AM–6:00 PM · Sat 12:00 PM–5:30 PM

Back issues are the whole point here, with silver age through modern age runs, CGC slabs, and key issues filling every bin.

156 Stuyvesant Pl

HOURS: Mon–Fri 11:00 AM–7:00 PM · Sat 12:00 PM–8:00 PM

Somewhere between the dollar bins and the laserdisc rack, you will find horror figures from The Thing alongside wrestling merch and stacks of vintage comics.

299 New Dorp Ln

HOURS: Mon–Tue 12:00 PM–6:00 PM · Wed–Fri 12:00 PM–7:00 PM · Sat–Sun 12:00 PM–6:00 PM

The Jim Hanley's Universe legacy carries forward here, where Stan Lee autographed books sit beside Vault of Horror back issues and shelves of classic Archie runs.

2655 Richmond Ave Space 2300

HOURS: Mon–Thu 11:00 AM–7:00 PM · Fri–Sat 11:00 AM–8:00 PM · Sun 11:00 AM–6:00 PM

Nendoroids, a wall of manga, and rows of Funko Pops make this mall store feel more like an anime emporium than a comic shop, with actual comics tucked into one small display.

4300 W Genesee St

HOURS: Tue 12:00 PM–6:00 PM · Wed–Fri 12:00 PM–8:00 PM · Sat 10:00 AM–8:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Vinyl records share shelf space with back issues, retro action figures, Star Wars toys, and Pokémon cards, making the mix feel surprisingly coherent.

9661 Destiny USA Dr

HOURS: Mon–Thu 10:00 AM–8:00 PM · Fri–Sat 10:00 AM–9:00 PM · Sun 11:00 AM–6:00 PM

Sticker bins for the kids, deep Funko shelves for the collectors, and Batman rarities like the Who Laughs origin story for the serious readers.

689 N Clinton St

HOURS: Mon–Sat 10:00 AM–9:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–6:00 PM

Inside woodwork and brick walls, back issue bins organized alphabetically by title and by decade reach all the way back to the 1970s, with MTG singles and board games nearby.

3660 Delaware Ave

HOURS: Mon 4:00 PM–9:00 PM · Tue 11:00 AM–9:00 PM · Wed 11:00 AM–7:00 PM · Thu–Sat 11:00 AM–9:00 PM · Sun 11:00 AM–5:00 PM

Gunpla models, Pokémon cards, and Magic singles at or below MSRP share space with variant cover bins and a dedicated LEGO kids room that has its own arcade game.

80 Clinton St

HOURS: Mon 11:00 AM–5:00 PM

Worth the hunt to find it, but go in knowing your prices because deals here take some back and forth negotiation.

ILIUM BUILDING, 412 Fulton St

HOURS: Tue–Fri 12:00 PM–6:30 PM · Sat–Sun 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Nearly 50 Magic: The Gathering regulars treat this place like their living room, and the back issue bins run deep enough to turn up 1970s Superman digests.

362 Congress St B

HOURS: Tue 12:00 PM–4:00 PM · Wed 10:00 AM–7:00 PM · Thu 11:00 AM–7:00 PM · Fri 11:00 AM–6:00 PM · Sat–Sun 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Back issues, retro toys, a growing manga section, and a signed Batman edition make this newly opened spot already worth the trip for serious collectors.

3020 Main St

HOURS: Fri–Sat 12:00 PM–7:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Between the coins, vintage back issues, and Pokémon cards, Joe runs the kind of shop where kids leave with a free comic and collectors leave with a deal.

305 Vestal Pkwy E

HOURS: Mon–Sat 10:00 AM–8:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–6:00 PM

Pokémon cards, rotating Funko Pops, Transformers figures, and comics pile up together in a mix that skews more pop culture emporium than pure comic shop.

171 W Main St

HOURS: Tue–Fri 11:00 AM–7:00 PM · Sat 10:00 AM–6:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–4:00 PM

Back issues are priced to sell and the owner once spent real time with a toddler obsessed with Spider Man, which tells you most of what you need to know.

2847 Jerusalem Ave

HOURS: Mon–Fri 1:00 PM–10:00 PM · Sat 12:00 PM–7:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Bronze Age superhero comics share floor space with Pokémon cards and Magic: The Gathering here, and the pricing on singles draws strong opinions either way.

900 NY-376

HOURS: Wed–Thu 3:00 PM–7:00 PM · Fri 3:00 PM–8:00 PM · Sat 10:00 AM–7:00 PM · Sun 11:00 AM–6:00 PM

Deep back issue bins and a standout Spidey section draw collectors, while figurines and Funko Pops give younger visitors plenty to get excited about.

21182 Salmon Run Mall Loop W

HOURS: Mon–Fri 11:00 AM–7:00 PM · Sat 10:00 AM–8:00 PM · Sun 11:00 AM–6:00 PM

Mystery packs here routinely contain comics worth more than you paid, the single issues span every decade, and a mini arcade waits in the back.

24764 NY-12

HOURS: Wed–Sat 10:00 AM–8:00 PM

Complete manga series and one of the area's largest Magic: The Gathering selections pack every corner of this funky, unassuming storefront.

2235 Empire Blvd

HOURS: Tue–Thu 11:00 AM–5:00 PM · Fri–Sat 10:00 AM–7:00 PM

The owner knocked a $60 record down to $40, which fits the spirit of a floor packed with McFarlane figures, large statues, vintage toy lines, and back issue bins spanning multiple decades.

87-B Eads St

HOURS: Mon–Fri 10:00 AM–5:00 PM

Your go to source for comic storage supplies like bags, boards, boxes, and top loaders when you need to protect your collection right.

276 Little East Neck Rd

HOURS: Tue–Sun 1:00 PM–6:00 PM

Back issues from the 80s and 90s are the whole point here, graded singles from Frank's pure comics shop with no Funko or cards to distract from the bins.

1000 Palisades Center Dr E106

HOURS: Mon–Thu 10:00 AM–8:00 PM · Fri–Sat 10:00 AM–9:30 PM · Sun 11:00 AM–7:00 PM

Walk in for comics and leave with a manga haul thanks to the recurring buy one get one deals, plus Funko Pops and Pokémon cards for good measure.

The Westchester Mall, 125 Westchester Ave

HOURS: Mon–Thu 10:00 AM–8:00 PM · Fri–Sat 10:00 AM–9:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–6:00 PM

Regulars call it anime heaven for good reason, with one of the largest Funko Pop collections around, rare pieces included, and manga that outshines the modest comics section its name suggests.

120 Main St

HOURS: Tue–Fri 3:00 PM–8:00 PM · Sat 12:00 PM–5:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–3:00 PM

Gaming events for Pokémon and Magic share billing with comics, Lorcana, and a substantial Dungeons and Dragons section.

76 Hillside Ave.

HOURS: Tue–Fri 12:00 PM–6:00 PM · Sat 11:00 AM–6:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–6:00 PM

Back issue bins are deep and well organized, Star Wars miniatures sit alongside the comics, and locals will tell you it's the best shop on Long Island.

47 Cole Street

HOURS: Tue 12:00 PM–6:00 PM · Wed 12:00 PM–8:00 PM · Thu 12:00 PM–6:00 PM · Fri–Sat 12:00 PM–8:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM–6:00 PM

Funko Pops are the main event here, alongside action figures, statues, and trading cards packed into a dense collectibles cave worth digging through.