North Coast Comics — Local services in Parma

(Re-doing this review!) Okay. So, I finally bought something from here after combing their stock and scoping out what kind of model kits they have. For people who are into comics: GO HERE! They have a lot of stuff. Like, stuff I’ve never even heard of before, and I haven’t heard of much in the comics scene because it’s not my thing. They also have some Gundam and Sci-Fi kits, from Macross or the odd Tamiya armor(military) kit. I also saw a very very rare and interesting Evangelion Unit 01 statue?/figure? there at some point, so they have so unique items that come through. I will say, their stock has been a little stagnant, as they have primarily older model kits. My specific niche is the Bandai Gundams, but today I decided to get a Bandai Macross kit and a “Crusher Joe” kit from Hasegawa. When I opened the box of the Macross kit and took out all the runners, there was a paper in there detailing where they bought the kit online, and their shipping address!!!! Soooo coool! Makes me feel like you guys care about finding obscure kits and even though all the runners/plastic trees were out of the bags they had originally come in, every part, decal, extra part (metal parts/springs/screws, special pieces) and manual was present in there! I was a little sketch of the store at first because the majority of their kits don’t have plastic wrap on the box, which means they’ve been opened, but it’s mainly up to you to open the box (which the staff is comfortable with!) and inspect the contents of it and see if some of it has been prebuilt already. I plan to drop by every few months or so in the future and check their stock. Would love to see some WAVE or VOLKS Five Star Stories kits pop up on the shelves at some point because I can’t find those ANYWHERE (in ‘Brick ‘N Mortar’ stores)! Anyways, apologies for long review, but if you’re looking for Macross or older/obscure Gundam or general Bandai kits this is the...

After being extremely disrespected going to various comic stores AS A FEMALE ALONE (it didnt happen with my bf) we happened to walk into here one day and it was instant love. The selection is great, the space is small so first impressions are overwhelming. Honestly it feels like home going in there - the owners are more then welcoming if you are male or female. The holding system is fantastic - i've never missed an issue - even if you think you did they try everything they can to help. The patrons who visit are also friendly and very knowledgeable to other customers. Truly a home for any comic or collector lover. They also carry various collectables that both my bf and I have...

The guy working was doing inventory, but that didn't stop him from greeting customers, asking if anyone needed help or answering questions. My only 'complaint' was that it was difficult to find specific comics or categories of comics in the long boxes. They didn't seem alphabetized or anything. Also, the store itself isn't very noticeable when trying to find it driving around.

All in all, this has to be one of the best comic stores I've ever been to. The guy working was extremely knowledgeable about past, present and future comics, was able to effectively multitask, and although he was focused on his inventory he was always quick to respond to questions and offer help....