“This place is adorable. The workers are very nice and helpful. Their selection of toys are very interesting and fun for kids. Good place for gifts plus free gift wrapping.”
“Went in today Dec 30 2023. The girls working there were phenomenal. They assisted me in finding the perfect gift for a friend, a very nice chess set. I will be back for sure”
“This is a genuine local toy store. The owners are very friendly and helpful. They always have this year's hot toy, plus many traditional favorites. Easy parking at the Y next door.”
10:30AM - 5PM
663 E Broadway, Boston“I love this store ! they have such high quality clothing! I buy my nephew clothing here for his birthday and the holidays. The people working here have always been so helpful as well!”
“This is the cutest most whimsical little cafe I've ever been to. The styling is cozy and nostalgic of an early 2000's cafe like you'd find at Borders (the book store, when they were open). I got a hot chocolate, one of my friends got tea, and the others got coffee, and they were all out of this world. It's absolutely worth stopping here on a sunday morning with a book or a friend to play chess with when the world is waking up outside.”
“First off, the owner is one of the friendliest people I've ever met. He was incredibly generous with my son and courteous with my family. You can tell he takes great pride in his business. That alone is worth the visit.
It's a small store, but packed wall-to-wall and floor-to-ceiling with an awesome selection of video games, toys, books, and other gaming stuff. A great selection of retro games, including Japanese games, complete games with boxes and manuals, and repro games. It's definitely one of the best game stores I've been to. If you're looking for some rarely seen games at very good prices, this is a great place to check out.”
“This is my local Lego store. I absolutely love visiting the store for the shopping selection, store cleanliness and employee friendliness. The employees here make a point to get to know you.”
11AM - 7PM
349 Newbury St, Boston“Such a fun experience! The employees were super nice and went out of their way to show me products that weren't even on display. I left with things that I loved (all Pokemon products).There are a ton of Studio Ghibli things, so definitely stop by if you like that. I was surprised to see that they had Ponyo merch. Haven't seen that anywhere!”
9:30AM - 5:30PM
1029 Great Plain Ave, Needham“I remember this pace when I was a kid and lived on Webster St. I visited recently with my two yr old daughter from London UK. She loved it and I purchased a little more than expected?”
“I’ve been shopping here for years. There is never a shortage of options for thoughtful, unique and often local gifts. The store is a delight to explore and it is owned and staffed by delightful humans.”
10AM - 7PM
17 White St, Cambridge“A really cute toy store. Amazing people, amazing products. It’s always a joy to go to and I go out of my way for this one specifically due to their stock and personality. If the other Henry Bear’s Park stores don’t have it, this one is for sure to. There’s a puzzle actively being worked on when you go in, there’s a very welcoming energy.”
10AM - 8PM
246 Grove St, Braintree“Gear customer service. This store didn't have an item I wanted. The associate called another store and asked them to hold it for me. It we 15 minutes beefier closing and in spite of the time it was service with a smile.”
“Sammy and Evan were outgoing and great. They made purchase of a cord for my charger worth buying and saved me money. Thanks for everything highly recommend. Keep up the great work and”
10AM - 8PM
250 Granite St Space 2024b, Braintree“I took my 6y/o to build a bear the other day and had the absolute 2 best humans help us. Eren was the first one to help my daughter pick out the stuffy she wanted. Eren was so patient and even tho a line was forming, knowing that this was my daughters first time at the store, she didn't cut any corners and made every single second so magical!!
Then, When it was time to pick out outfits and accessories I began to get overwhelmed. Viola came to my rescue. She instantly knew how to redirect both of us. My daughter was able to get exactly what she wanted. The entire experience was absolutely perfect because of Eren and Viola.
Thank you both so very much!”
10AM - 8PM
95 Washington St, Canton“Every time I go in here “to window shop for 5 minutes” I always end up spending way more time and money than I intended hahaha! They have a bunch of cute little office gifts (planners, calendars, desk decorations, etc), kids’ sticker books and art project kits, and some clothing as well, so there is something for everyone!”
10AM - 6PM
46 White St, Somerville“I've been traveling to Massachusetts for the last 14 months for work. While it's been difficult to be away from my 7 year old, I've been able to win some points with a periodic gift from Magepie.Karen is super helpful and friendly. This place has become a sort of beloved staple on my New England routine. Highly recommend!”
10:30AM - 5:30PM
24 Union Park, Boston“I feel like I’m in Europe every time I walk into this sweet spot - it is my favorite in Boston. It is full to the brim with treasures - the most beautiful children’s clothing and thoughtfully curated selection toys that you can enjoy in your home and make the most magical gifts. Everything I have purchased there is treasured by me and my children. The owner and her mother who work together there are a dream and such a pleasure to shop with, they have helped me on countless occasions. ❤️❤️❤️”
10AM - 7PM
19 Harvard St, Brookline“Great store that has a variety of toys, books, puzzles for babies and older kids. Staff was helpful, friendly and let you browse leisurely without pressure. They gift wrapped two gifts free for me. Happy to support a local business in my town.”
“Lovely store. Lovely accessories. Just like Disney! Except that they sold an offensive snapback hat with a middle finger. Why is that type of clothing even in stock?”
10AM - 8PM
848 Lexington St, Waltham“It's a great store and nice selection of products but a little pricy. I wait for the coupons to make my purchase and always visit their little mark area in the store as well.”
“Went in on a Sunday to pick up an order for my wife. Store was not yet open, but they were very nice and helped me anyway. There was a mix-up on the order that was not their fault. Tricia (manager?) was very polite and professional and straightened everything out quickly and efficiently. Absolutely wonderful customer service. Very well done!”
“I’ve been buying all of my baby/children’s gifts at Tadpole since moving to Boston 10 years ago. This store has such a variety of beautiful and unusual products at all price points that I always find something that I think is the perfect gift. The salespeople are beyond pleasant—personable and EXTREMELY helpful altho I can be very, very fussy/choosy! They are very patient and take time with every customer. And they wrap and mail gifts very quickly. I wouldn’t buy baby/children’s gifts anywhere else! A+ experience each and every time!”
10AM - 8PM
160 Granite St, Braintree“The website was very easy to use to setup my baby registry and buybuy baby customer service rep were very helpful when I ran into issue using the completion coupon. They help me resolve the issue quickly and I am very happy with their customer service.”
“Very friendly and helpful staff, great variety of toys including puzzles, outdoor toys. You can find toys for all ages here, including STEM/educational toys. There is also a wide variety of Lego sets with different price ranges, perfect for last minute birthday gifts. Finally, there is plenty of parking around.”
“I had the most wonderful experience at the Toy Shop. The ladies that work there are amazingly helpful. The selection is quiet good and I always get compliments on the gifts that I buy there. It's always nice to have a local store to shop in.”
10AM - 8PM
610 Legacy Pl, Dedham“I went here after a movie, and I got this pink stress ball and then later I realized that it also stuck to the ceiling and falls down after a few minutes. This is the best toy I have ever bought. The employees are the nicest people ever who deserve the best. I love this place”
10AM - 7PM
1 S Market St, Boston“Nice shop. Friendly staff. Got back to hotel to pack gifts. EVERYTHING MADE IN CHINA. I personally try to buy made in America. In such an important place to our country's history, I hoped to find merchandise made in America.”
“This shop is a gem in Roslindale! When possible, I tend to do most of my shopping locally. Spending money in there community ensures that is stays in the community.As the seasons change, so do the available items here. In the spring, I buy some seeds for the garden. The summer months have products more associated with that. As we head into autumn and winter, the focus shifts toward the holiday season. I always buy some Christmas gifts here for various family and friends.The store is always busy during Small Business Saturday and the holiday markets.They stock a variety of items such as cards, jewelry, home decor, clothing, and lots of localy-themed items such as coasters, towels, and glassware.Everyone who works there is extremely helpful and takes the time to talk with me. This is something that you generally don't get in a large chain store.In conclusion, this is a great store and comes highly recommended by me!”