Hobby Shops in Queens, NY

“Went here a few months ago and was blown away by the spaciousness! Definitely more expensive than the other arcades and be prepared to spend more money. However, the merch and plushies are official and licensed, as far as I know this is the only arcade in flushing that does not have bootlegs so that may explain the higher price tag. I will say, I really liked the Lunar New Year promo they had and they should definitely have similar events more often to offset the difficulty and high cost-but at the same time, it's still skill and luck based!Machines are definitely harder, but ask employees for help! The last time we went, we were trying to win a derpy looking dinosaur, and it was very difficult (claw was too weak and plushie was very big and chubby) and the worker helped us reposition. The app did glitch and take away 2 tries for us that we weren't able to play, but the same worker helped us (I never got her name but she had glasses!). She was very encouraging and sweet and helped us win it!”

“I found this Hobby store by chance during Covid and while its a small two isle store, the owners fill it to the brim for their customers.

With a wide variety of Hobby and Craft items plus being the only hobby store in Queens that I'm aware of that sells Warhammer minis, paints ect, its become my go to place for the hobby.

They also partner with local businesses for games and offer discounts for veterans amungst other things. Great location with good people.”

“I'm so glad this store is still open. One of the few true mom-and-pop stores that I've been to. Good selection of Star Trek ships and Gundam! Looking forward to getting some 1/100 Gunpla.”

“a really cool coins and collectibles shop in astoria that has plenty of coins, paper currency, jewelry, antiques and other neat stuff for sale and buy with honest staff that will tell whats worth what. came on a friday afternoon to get some old usa coins and paper money from africa appraised . the coins value has slightly increased since my last visit to another coin place but the foreign paper money has not. i browsed around a bit after finding out my coins value might still keep me humble but what joy i had as soon as i saw a few old dc horror comics for save at 30 bucks each.. i enjoyed my visit and the gentleman who gave me a honest value report on my currency , told me to bring more stuff and get no pressure to buy or sell info. i will be back and see what my 2 dollar bills are worth.really cool shop in astoria that deserves another visit .”

“Me and my husband come here if we wanna by some physical copies of games or old games, and also sell some games or consoles, it depends. The owner is also knowledgeable of his merchandise. You can also order from their website or eBay page. I wish they would open a second location in Queens! It’s worth the trip to Whitestone.”

“I enjoy going to Michaels, but yesterday the staff at the 23rd Street Store annoyed me. I ordered online at 9:15 am, and traveled to the store.
I arrived at the store at 1:15 pm. I was informed that the orders aren't prepared until late afternoon. I requested to speak with the manager because if someone orders early in the morning or the night before, and before closing, the order should be filled.

The employee told me that I was getting a courtesy, and I informed her that I had walked around the store, and noticed that staff were chatting with one another, on a phone, or doing absolutely nothing.
My courtesy to them was to get my order filled immediately before I inform their headquarters.”