Retro Emporium — Local services in Kent

My wife & I recently discovered this treasure trove after we had stopped at the bakery across the street to get cupcakes for a date night.

Upon walking in, I was instantly attacked by a black knight swinging a HUGE AXE right into my nose holes!!!

Except... The knight wasn't actually a knight, it was only an aroma. Also, the HUGE AXE wasn't actually an axe either.... It was the utterly intoxicating scent of Fruit Loops and/or Trix cereals.

It DID, however, actually hit me in the nose holes.

And I'd go back for that fact alone...

Locally owned & operated, this couple seems to champion, as well as cater directly to, the inner nerd in all of us. The store was, in my opinion, definitely someone's excuse to spend all their time tracking down and buying all of those totally awesome, most interesting, coolest, often HARD TO FIND memorabilia and collectable item that most people wish they had. And if they don't HAVE it in stock, they will make every effort to get your request in stock. •Massive vinyl, CD, and cassette collection: EVERYTHING from 'Disney theme songs' to 'NIN' to '°98 Degrees' to 'Joan Baez'. •A substantial VHS collection too: Oh, sorry kids, VHS tapes are those big things we used to use to watch movies at home before DVD's and streaming was developed. Seriously? You don't know what a DVD is??? Ughhh, it's like a CD but for videos. Wait, "what's a CD?" I quit... •"Retro" video games - NES, SNES, Dreamcast, EVEN "THE SUPABOY" on occasion!! (If you don't know what that is, google it now. You're welcome.) •Action Figures & Plushies. Action Figures aren't my thing, but they had a lot of quality and potentially rare finds. Star Trek, Doctor Who, Sesame Street, Nightmare on Elm St. •And SO SO SO MUCH MORE, but I've wasted enough of your time telling you about it when you could already just be there with a fresh¹ mask on your recently washed¹ face and body enjoying all the awesome stuff!!!!

¹A clean, preferably new mask as well as a clean body will allow you to more fully enjoy the aroma of Fruit Loops which permeates the entire store. Additionally, being clean ensures your personal safety as people are less inclined to ninja attack clean people. THAT'S A SCIENTIFIC FACT that I...

Retro Emporium in Kent: A Blast from the Past (and the Future!)

Looking for a dose of nostalgia and some seriously cool finds? Look no further than the Retro Emporium in Kent! This place is a treasure trove for collectors and pop culture enthusiasts alike.

Here's what makes it so special:

The Friendliest Staff Ever: The staff at Retro Emporium are absolutely fantastic. They're super friendly, helpful, and genuinely passionate about what they do. They create a welcoming and fun atmosphere that makes you want to come back again and again.

A Sweet-Smelling Surprise: Okay, this might sound a little quirky, but the whole place has this amazing, subtle aroma of Froot Loops! It adds a fun, playful touch to the whole experience.

Community Focused: Retro Emporium is more than just a store; it's a community hub. They clearly value their customers and foster a sense of belonging.

Unbeatable Prices: You'll find amazing deals on a huge selection of collectibles, from vintage toys to rare comics. Their anime merch is top-notch, and the vinyl record selection is a music lover's dream. Oh, and did I mention the candy? Sweet!

If you're in the Kent area, you absolutely HAVE to check out Retro Emporium. It's a fantastic place to discover unique treasures, connect with fellow collectors, and just have a great time. Highly...

We love it here!! Retro hosts our favorite biweekly Pokemon League :) We are so so grateful to Ann and Greg for the community they’ve cultivated here! I absolutely love getting to regularly browse the store between matches, since they have the best selection of nostalgic music, goods, games. If you’re looking for packs, stationary, vinyls, posters, gifts, video games, household goods, and trinkets to match any interest look no further. Reminds me of trips to Archibald sisters as a kid, but even BETTER! Retro is a gem of a store and we’re so happy they’ve blessed Kent with their presence, stopping by is our favorite part of the month. May Retro Emporium be a Kent staple for many many...