5 Best Toy Stores in Los Angeles (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

By Talise Sterling, Goods and Shopping · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

Big-box stores carry the same mass-produced toys everywhere, which is exactly why Los Angeles shoppers keep searching out independent toy stores and hobby shops instead. The stores on this page span classic wooden toys to Gunpla model kits, and together they've earned over 2,300 Google reviews, with Anime Jungle alone accounting for nearly 1,900 of those.

Short answer: Entertainment Hobby Shop Jungle (Anime Jungle) is the most-reviewed option at 4.5 stars across 1,899 reviews, known for collectible figures and trading cards in Little Tokyo. Neo Happyland holds the strongest rating at 4.8 across 162 reviews for model kit builders. For classic children's toys, Miracle Mile Toys & Gifts is the standout at 4.7 stars.

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Los Angeles Toy Stores, Side by Side

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Entertainment Hobby Shop Jungle (Anime Jungle)	4.5 ★	1,899	Collectible figures and trading cards	View ›
2	Neo Happyland Inc	4.8 ★	162	Gunpla and model kit builders	View ›
3	Tom's Model	4.5 ★	150	Funko Pops and collectible figures for tweens and teens	View ›
4	Monkey Pants	4.4 ★	133	Japanese imports and trendy collectibles	View ›
5	Miracle Mile Toys & Gifts	4.7 ★	92	Classic wooden toys and gifts for young kids	View ›

Where to shop, and why

#1 Overall🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Entertainment Hobby Shop Jungle (Anime Jungle)

4.51,899 Google reviews

Entertainment Hobby Shop Jungle, known as Anime Jungle, is a hobby and collectibles store in Little Tokyo Mall specializing in figurines, trading card games, and pre-owned collectible items, many marked down from retail price. It's categorized on Google as a hobby and collectibles store rather than a traditional toy retailer, and its inventory leans heavily toward anime figures, Yu-Gi-Oh cards, and similar collector items.

What people praise

Staff repeatedly described as knowledgeable collectors themselves, not just clerks
Wide selection of pre-owned items at prices below retail
Hosts in-store events, including a Godzilla franchise event mentioned by a reviewer

Worth knowing

This is a collectibles and hobby shop rather than a traditional children's toy store, so it's a better fit for older kids, teens, and adult collectors

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating4.5 / 5

Review volume1,899 · 97th

Confidencevery high

Recency3 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown71% 5-star

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Our take: The most-reviewed name on this page by a wide margin, and a genuine destination for anime and trading card collectors. Not the right stop if you're looking for toddler toys.

Website +1213-621-1661 Directions

319 E 2nd St Unit 103, Los Angeles, CA 90012

#2🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Neo Happyland Inc

4.8162 Google reviews

Neo Happyland is a Chinatown-area hobby shop specializing in Gunpla model kits alongside other collectible building sets, including licensed kits from anime franchises like One Piece and Dragon Ball Z. Reviewers describe it as one of the more complete Gunpla-focused shops in the LA area.

What people praise

Reviewers specifically call out selection depth for master-grade Gundam kits
Prices described as competitive with, or better than, online retailers
Owner and staff praised for offering discounts and personalized service

Worth knowing

This is a specialty model kit shop, not a general toy store for young children, so it's best suited to hobbyist builders

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume162 · 92nd

Confidencemoderate

Recency8 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown90% 5-star

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Our take: The highest-rated store on this page and the clear pick for Gunpla and model kit builders specifically, though it's a narrow specialty rather than a general toy stop.

Website +1213-680-4010 Directions

988 N Hill St #108, Los Angeles, CA 90012

#3🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Tom's Model

4.5150 Google reviews

Tom's Model is a toy and hobby shop in the Downtown LA toy district specializing in Funko Pop figures alongside other collectible lines, including LEGO and Iron Studios pieces. Reviewers note it caters to tweens and teens more than most toy stores, which tend to focus on younger children.

What people praise

Owner Tom repeatedly praised by name for friendly, knowledgeable service
Offers a consignment program for customers looking to sell collectible figures
Wide Funko Pop selection, including harder-to-find exclusives

Worth knowing

Its most detailed five-star reviews date back several years, so ask about current stock and hours before a special trip

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating4.5 / 5

Review volume150 · 87th

Confidencemoderate

Recency12 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown79% 5-star

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Our take: A strong pick if you're shopping for a tween or teen who collects Funko Pops rather than younger kids' toys.

Website +1213-680-0888 Directions

501 East 4th St, Los Angeles, CA 90013

#4🕑 Open 7 days

Monkey Pants

4.4133 Google reviews

Monkey Pants is a Little Tokyo shop specializing in imported Japanese products, including Monchhichi, Sonny Angel, and Sanrio items alongside plushies and other trendy collectibles. It's positioned as a gift and novelty shop as much as a toy store.

What people praise

Reviewers describe a genuinely unique selection not found at other LA toy shops
Restocks and website ordering praised by at least one repeat customer

Worth knowing

More than one reviewer described slow or inattentive service, including one who said staff were filming social media content instead of assisting customers
A pricing discrepancy between in-store and online listings was reported by one shopper

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating4.4 / 5

Review volume133 · 82nd

Confidencemoderate

Recency6 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown83% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Worth a visit for hard-to-find Japanese imports, but go in prepared for possible service delays, especially during busy periods.

Website +1213-570-0980 Directions

131 Japanese Village Plaza Mall, Los Angeles, CA 90012

#5🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Miracle Mile Toys & Gifts

4.792 Google reviews

Miracle Mile Toys & Gifts is a neighborhood toy store on La Brea Avenue focused on classic, durable toys rather than mass-market plastic. Its site lists brands including Maileg, Brio, Grimms, Schleich, and Plan Toys, and it carries items for babies through older children alongside a well-chosen book selection.

What people praise

Reviewers repeatedly praise the depth of selection for babies and toddlers specifically
Complimentary gift wrapping called out as a standout convenience
Wooden and durable toy selection described as higher quality than typical plastic toys

Worth knowing

Smaller review base than some of the collector-focused shops on this page, though ratings are consistently strong

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating4.7 / 5

Review volume92 · 76th

Confidencemoderate

Recency3 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown87% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The clearest pick on this page if you're shopping for a young child rather than an older collector. Reviewers consistently describe it as the go-to for babies and toddlers.

Website +1323-879-9161 Directions

452 S La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036

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How we score

Rating is each store’s live Google average. Review volume measures how many customers have actually rated them, weighed against others on this list. Confidence combines rating and volume so a high score from a small sample doesn’t automatically outrank one built on hundreds of reviews. Recency checks how recently people are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much do toys cost at these Los Angeles stores? (2026)

Pricing varies enormously by category, from a few dollars for a small figurine to well over a hundred dollars for premium model kits or wooden toy sets, so there’s no single useful price range across this list.

Serving all of Los Angeles

Most of these stores cluster around Little Tokyo and Chinatown in Downtown LA, making that stretch a genuine destination for collectible and hobby shopping in one trip. Miracle Mile Toys & Gifts sits further west on La Brea Avenue for shoppers closer to Mid-City, so a toy store near you depends on whether you’re after collectibles or classic children’s toys.

What to ask before you shop for toys

Is this store focused on children’s toys, or collectibles for older ages?
Do you offer gift wrapping or shipping for out-of-town purchases?
Is the item in stock in-store, or does it need to be special ordered?
Do you have a consignment or buy-sell-trade program for collectibles?
Are prices the same in-store as online, or should I check both?
What age range is this specific toy or kit designed for?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge and top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these toy stores?

We compared publicly available Google ratings and review volume for toy and hobby stores serving Los Angeles, then weighed how consistently and recently customers rated them.

How often is this updated?

This page reflects Google data verified in August 2026 and is refreshed periodically as new reviews come in.

Are these all traditional children’s toy stores?

Not exactly. Several, including Anime Jungle, Neo Happyland, and Tom’s Model, focus on collectibles, model kits, and figures aimed at teens and adult hobbyists. Miracle Mile Toys & Gifts is the strongest match for classic children’s toys on this page.

Where can I find classic wooden toys in Los Angeles?

Miracle Mile Toys & Gifts on La Brea Avenue is the standout choice, carrying wooden and durable toy brands for babies through older children.

The bottom line

If you’re shopping for a young child, Miracle Mile Toys & Gifts is the safe default for classic, durable toys. If you’re after collectibles, model kits, or trading cards, Little Tokyo’s cluster of specialty shops, led by Anime Jungle’s deep review history, is worth the trip.

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