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Best card shops in Illinois

How this list is ranked: each shop's Google rating multiplied by its number of Google reviews, so a shop needs both a high rating and a lot of reviews to place well. Only shops with 10 or more reviews count. 277 of the 345 card shops we list in Illinois qualify; these are the top 10.

  1. #1 Card Pop USA

    4.9★★★★★ 1,565 reviews

    Joliet, IL · 1114 W Jefferson St
    Score 7,669 (4.9 × 1,565)

    PokémonSports cardsMagic: The GatheringOne Piece

    “Absolutely fantastic! Recently decided to get into Pokemon cards. The people here really help make this place better because when you talk to someone who is genuinely interested in the cards you're in…” From a 5★ Google review

  2. #2 Graham Crackers Comics Loop

    4.7★★★★★ 1,576 reviews

    Chicago, IL · 77 E Madison St
    Score 7,407 (4.7 × 1,576)

    Buys collections

    “If you’re a comic book fan, Graham Crackers Comics in the Loop is a must-visit! The store has an amazing selection of comics, graphic novels, and collectibles. The staff is incredibly friendly, knowle…” From a 5★ Google review

  3. #3 Chicagoland Games Dice Dojo

    4.9★★★★★ 1,492 reviews

    Chicago, IL · 5550 N Broadway
    Score 7,311 (4.9 × 1,492)

    Buys collections Magic: The GatheringPokémonOne PieceFlesh and Blood

    “Such a wonderful game store! They have a HUGE variety of board games for purchase, paints for miniatures, singles for Magic, pre constructed decks for Magic and Pokémon, and an AMAZING board game libr…” From a 5★ Google review

  4. #4 Central Collectables

    5★★★★★ 1,192 reviews

    Roselle, IL · 829 N Roselle Rd
    Score 5,960 (5 × 1,192)

    Pokémon

    “Great first experience! Everyone there is very helpful and honest about trade value and you don’t feel pressured to sell anything to them. They have a very awesome collection to check out too! I defin…” From a 5★ Google review

  5. #5 Games Plus

    4.9★★★★★ 1,149 reviews

    Mt Prospect, IL · 101 W Prospect Ave
    Score 5,630 (4.9 × 1,149)

    Magic: The GatheringPokémon

    “If you are looking for a classic FLGS, it doesn't get any better. When it comes to TTRPGs, you'll struggle to find a better location in the north suburbs. Old stuff and new stuff, Warhammer 40K, Ospre…” From a 5★ Google review

  6. #6 RJBreaks

    4.8★★★★★ 1,127 reviews

    Skokie, IL · 8040 Lincoln Ave
    Score 5,410 (4.8 × 1,127)

    PokémonMagic: The GatheringSports cardsOne Piece

    “First time visiting RJ Breaks and we had such a great experience! Patrick was seriously the best and super welcoming right away. He even gave my boyfriend and me two free Journey Together packs to rip…” From a 5★ Google review

  7. #7 Sullys Abode

    4.8★★★★★ 1,113 reviews

    Bolingbrook, IL · 623 E Boughton Rd #145
    Score 5,342 (4.8 × 1,113)

    PokémonOne PieceMagic: The Gathering

    “Definitely a place you want to visit!!! Yesterday was our first time here and instantly we were amazed at the quantity and quality of their cards. My son just began collecting Pokemon cards and had a…” From a 5★ Google review

  8. #8 Red Raccoon Games

    4.7★★★★★ 892 reviews

    Bloomington, IL · 301 N Main St
    Score 4,192 (4.7 × 892)

    Buys collections PokémonMagic: The GatheringOne PieceLorcana

    “Review based on one visit. Friendly and very helpful staff. Good selection of new and used games. Cool atmosphere. It was great talking "Magical Kitties" RPG with the cashier. If I lived in Bloomingto…” From a 5★ Google review

  9. #9 Card Pop 2

    5★★★★★ 787 reviews

    Joliet, IL · 2543 Plainfield Rd
    Score 3,935 (5 × 787)

    PokémonSports cardsMagic: The GatheringOne Piece

    “I normally go to Card Top over in Joliet, but I didn’t know they had another location here, so I stopped by! I saw Steve and Jack, who also rotate and work at the Joliet store. It was great to see the…” From a 5★ Google review

  10. #10 Graham Crackers Comics of Naperville

    4.7★★★★★ 829 reviews

    Naperville, IL · 1271 Rickert Dr #135
    Score 3,896 (4.7 × 829)

    Buys collections Magic: The Gathering

    “I really appreciate how kind and patient the staff was yesterday during my visit. I came in with a group of adult clients from Open Door Rehabilitation Center, and they were all treated with kindness…” From a 5★ Google review

Games and the "Buys collections" badge appear only when a shop's reviews or its own website mention them. Ratings and review counts come from Google and change over time.

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