The Hobby Source — Local services in Denver

TLDR: this hobby shop is as magical as a shiny Charizard pull. Just don't tell Team Rocket about it—they'd be here in a heartbeat.

If Willy Wonka’s factory had a Pokémon TCG section, this would be it. Nestled in an unassuming corner of town, this hobby store is a beacon of joy for all fans of pocket monsters, from casual collectors to hardcore TCG battlers. As soon as you walk through the door, you're greeted by a delightful blend of nostalgia and excitement—like stepping back into your childhood, but with way more disposable income.

The staff? Think of the friendliest possible person, now give them a knowledge of Pokémon so vast that Professor Oak himself would be jealous. Whether you're a seasoned trainer or just looking to pick up a few packs for old times’ sake, they’ll guide you with patience, enthusiasm, and the occasional pun that’ll make you smile like a Pikachu after eating a whole bag of Oran Berries. They treat every card pack purchase like you’re embarking on a grand adventure to catch 'em all—because, in this store, you really are.

The atmosphere is equally as inviting. It’s like your coolest friend's basement, where you’d go to trade cards and discuss who the best starter is (it’s Squirtle, don’t @ me). It has that wonderful, lived-in charm: shelves brimming with booster packs, binders full of rare cards, and displays that make you feel like you're at the cusp of discovering something extraordinary.

If you’re looking for rare cards, competitive decks, or just a friendly chat about the finer points of battling with Water-types, this store is where you need to be. Whether you leave with a new favorite card or simply a smile on your face, you'll feel richer for...

I recently visited Hobby Source in Denver with my daughters, who are avid Pokémon card collectors. Our experience was nothing short of disappointing and left us feeling deceived and taken advantage of.

We brought in a valuable Pokémon card, which I later discovered was worth over $300. However, the store staff knowingly offered us a mere $40 in store credit for it. This blatant lowball offer felt especially exploitative given that Hobby Source advertises offering 60% of a card's value for in-store credit. It's clear that they assumed (correctly) that I didn't know the true value of the card and tried to profit from my ignorance.

I understand the need for businesses to make a profit, particularly in niche markets like trading cards. However, intentionally misleading customers and offering far below the advertised rate is unacceptable. Such practices erode trust and take advantage of people who are not experts in the field.

If you're a Pokémon card collector or a parent supporting your child's hobby, beware of Hobby Source. They do not honor their advertised rates and seem more interested in exploiting uninformed customers than conducting fair business. I strongly urge potential customers to seek out more reputable and honest establishments for their trading card needs. Hobby Source has lost our trust and our...

If I could give zero stars I would. Quick back story. I got mugged 15 months ago, got 90% of my teeth kicked in, jaw broken etc, so I look alittle rough. Am dealing with serious health problems. Just had a pacemaker installed and I tire easily. Have two more surgeries on deck and haven't worked in a year. Called these guys about selling my rather large collection of cards. Told them what I had they said bring them down. Due to my health I no longer drive so I bused, and then made a 20 minute walk in the snow with a 50 pound case of cards with me. Well this guy didn't like the way I looked obviously, was really having problems from the get go. Then he tells me well I'm only buying $100 cards and up, well no actually I just have to pass. I dragged my butt down there out of necessity, I haven't worked in a long time and I'm barely making it, so I was going to sell my cards so I can keep a roof over my head and then to be treated that way. It was horrible. It was so obvious he didn't like the look of me and wanted me out of his store. Now I have to figure...