5 trading card game shops matching your criteria
Card Addiction — a trading card store that stretches across the back of Frank and Sons’ massive convention hall, and offers the quality, in-depth inventory worthy of so much space — is something of a hidden gem, given the dozens of eye-popping booths that precede it. Trust me — if you’re looking for rare and unopened Lorcana, Yugioh, or Magic: The Gathering sets or pristine single cards, head to Card Addiction before buying overpriced or less-than-mint chase cards elsewhere. Owner Kevin is warm and convivial, presenting fair prices and open to reasonable offers — but Cameron, who can be easy to miss due to his quiet demeanor, is your guide to finding exactly what you want (whether you’re buying or selling), knowing who to talk to, and even providing introductions / personally connecting you to the place, person, or — ultimately — card you need. Cameron personally “sacrificed” a rare special illustration Vulpix card in gem mint condition — one he had initially intended for his own collection — when I inquired specifically about the card and shared my passion for that Pokemon. He’s a friendly, smart, trustworthy, and generous dude — one with an encyclopedic knowledge of Pokemon cards dating back decades, but who’s more than willing to go above and beyond for any trading card enthusiast desperately looking to complete their collection, purchase something super specific and special, or trying to offload cards when life happens and you need a cash injection. Cannot recommend Card Addiction — or Cameron’s guidance — strongly enough.
Topspot Cards is honestly a bit too expensive for me, but I really like the team here—they have a great staff. Most of their inventory is Japanese, which isn’t a downside, just an observation. They also host local events, trade nights, and tournaments, which is great!