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The Hobby Corner
1606 Sycamore St, Iowa City, IA 52240, United States
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Ch
Review №1

Tons of cool hobby related items for all ages. We will take our kids back to pick out a project!

Jo
Review №2

I came in a few weeks back to buy a board game to play with my kids who are not always the most cooperative. There was a huge selection in the store and they were able to help me find something I could play in a co-op style with my kids, so there would not be absolute mayhem in my house. Great staff, great selection, highly recommended.

Ka
Review №3

Its a really cool environment and the guy behind the counter was super nice and helpful. Come here if you want to play Magic the gathering!

An
Review №4

Nice to see the local game store still going. Bought some RPG books.

Ke
Review №5

Interesting shop with a wide variety of options of games, puzzles, and hobby equipment. I just happened to stumble upon the store when going to the movie theater right across the hallway.

Ma
Review №6

The store is a little bit tricky to find but worth the trip. Go in the door for the movie theatre and youll find it. They have a wide variety of games and hobby supplies. We went in looking for DnD characters and they had many to choose from. You can also find rockets, model trains, rc cars and planes, and tons of different board games. The staff we dealt with were friendly and helpful.

De
Review №7

Omg great customer service and they had everythi g i could possubly want

Je
Review №8

Difficult to find, called the store and was very politely guided into what used to be a shopping mall to find a game store NOT AN RC HOBBY SHOP which is great if youre looking for a bored game.

Ju
Review №9

Would have rated it higher if I wasnt followed around. Gunpla selection I feel needs a boost.

Ch
Review №10

Best puzzles in Cedar rapids/Iowa City area! You can put your games for sale and get store credit- awesome

Em
Review №11

Great store with a huge variety of both hobby items (cars, train track materials, minis, RPG books etc.) and puzzle and games for the whole family from easy family games to board games for more dedicated enthusiasts.Very friendly and welcoming store with helpful staff.Best stuffed toys for my toddler as well.

Ab
Review №12

I’ve been a loyal customer with my son for about a year now & have a membership account. We are not medically able to wear a mask & made the guy working aware of that & were not allowed in the shop. The train in the window doesn’t work & no one seems to actually know anything about trains. I won’t be back because any shop that is RUDE to as loyal 3 YEAR OLD CUSTOMER that drove 2 hours here doesn’t deserve our patronage.

da
Review №13

For nerds raising baby nerds. Love it! First words will be, momma, dadda, and pass me the D12. Im about to take down this dragon!There is stuff for adults too so its not all just about the kiddos. Cool stuff and range of hobbies covered here. Totally worth the stop to check it out. Games are fun.

Co
Review №14

Absolutely love this place. The go to place for your hobby needs. Games, models, cards, puzzles and more!

Ja
Review №15

Local hobby shop thr only way to go been buying here since I was little boy!

Rh
Review №16

Nice selection hobby train accessories, puzzles and model kits.

ka
Review №17

Lots of games and rc vehicles and parts.

An
Review №18

This store has great selection. Prices very fair and employees were knowledgeable and helpful.

Mi
Review №19

Cannot recommend this establishment any more highly.

De
Review №20

Great knowledgeable friendly staff. Wonderful selection. The best hobby/game/puzzle store in town.

Ch
Review №21

Great selection of supplies for all ranges of hobbies - exactly what youd expect from a place called The Hobby Corner.They have a wide range of various miniature models, paints, and other miniature modeling tools. They have a lot more available than just that, like board games and other craft and hobby supplies which are just as abundant, but I tend to focus on miniature modeling and painting.On top of that, the staff there are very friendly and helped show me around and find anything that didnt immediately jump off the shelves to me.

Cy
Review №22

Good gundam selection, lots of things for models, huge varieties. Very nice.

Ri
Review №23

I was in the area following a trip to the VA hospital. I stopped in to buy some Blood for the Blood God and was blown away by the size of the store and their amount of products on hand. Very cool place. I wish there was a similar store in the quad cities area. To play some 40k and Test of Honour.

di
Review №24

A true old-fashioned hobby shop with knowledgeable employees who can answer many of your how to... questions.

Ga
Review №25

Good

ca
Review №26

This hobby store is good for what it is. It has a decent selection of a lot of hobbies from RCs to puzzles to models and a lot more. The people have always been helpful when asked questions.

Ja
Review №27

This is not just a game store... its a social hub for the geeks of Iowa City! Every night, theres something fun and social going on, from board games to MTG. If gaming isnt your thing, theyve also got a spiffy model train and homebrew section, to keep your hobbies diverse! This is a great place to meet people with similar interests, to chill and play games. They have a big wall full of games to try out, or you can bring your own.

Os
Review №28

Great guys big store with everything youll need.

C.
Review №29

Interesting place, lots of cool puzzles, games, science kits, model items. Staff are curtly polite. They seemed much more friendly to the male clientele however. Would only recommend because of the selection, not the staff.

Be
Review №30

Really fun place. Has every game you can think of and then some. Also offers game night and game demos. This is a must if youre aboard game lover. Also has stuff for other hobbies.

Gi
Review №31

Great little store! Its my go to for dice. Its great because they sell lose dice so I can get replacements when Ive lost one of a set

Ki
Review №32

This store constantly has great quality products at a reasonable price. Their staff are friendly and extremely helpful.

Pa
Review №33

There is a wonderful selection of games, puzzles, models, trains, etc, and the staff is very helpful. I went in to find a new two player game and they helped me find one that fit my style. They know their stuff and have helpful insight about most of the games.

C
Review №34

This store has something for everyone! Knowledgeable & helpful staff will assist in your quest for entertainment. Game library is open during store hours to peek & play before you buy. Check out the treasures this store has to offer all ages.

Aa
Review №35

I and a large group of people were yelled at by someone working at Hobby Corner while we were waiting in line for a movie. I later talked to a manager about this and said this is a good time to hand out promotional or ads! Do not chase people away. I gave them another chance and picked up a mini quadcopter/drone and they were right... it worked really well even if it was so small! Good price and advice!

St
Review №36

Staff are always super helpful and answered all of my questions.

Me
Review №37

Customer Service here is so good. They had every thing I needed for my framing project!

St
Review №38

Mixed feelings about this place. But they have good selection of hobbies. Just wast thrilled about something that broke the next day and we followed the instructions to the tee.

Pa
Review №39

JoAnn fabrics looks real nice! First time being in the new location. Clerks were quite friendly and helpful.

Hu
Review №40

They have an acceptable selection of goods for most hobbies. There prices arent too competitive compared to online store prices but theyre also not outrageous. I enjoy coming to this store because its small yet full and organized. The people that work there are helpful but stare ALOT. I just assume they have a theft issue and dont pay it much attention but It can feel awkward at times. They have tables to play games at too.

sh
Review №41

Been going to the hobby corner for aprox 28 years. Not the same as it once was. And I miss that. But it is still good.

Ry
Review №42

Been coming to Hobby Corner for over 35 years (since 3rd grade). Love this place :)Awesome selection, friendly staff, and easy parking at this location.

Sh
Review №43

Ive been going to the Hobby Corner for over 20 years and Im thankful that even during location and ownership changes, its still as friendly, creative, and well stocked with a variety of hobbies and crafts as it was when I first walked through its doors!

Ma
Review №44

Great customer service and an awesome place to get board games and d&d materials! Love this store, always have what I need

Br
Review №45

Huge selection of games and a great back room for playing ttrpgs with friends! Very friendly staff also help make this a great choice for any gaming needs!

Ca
Review №46

Knowledgeable staff interested and attentive to the type of game youre looking for. Very helpful when youre not sure what you want.

Bl
Review №47

Great family owned store. Good for kids and adults. Great place to go for gifts for the holidays or some gaming fun.

Ge
Review №48

Great place with thousands of toys that excites childrens imagination. Has been operating for so long.

Ja
Review №49

Whether you like board games, card games, model trains, or are just looking for neat gift ideas, there is no better place in Iowa City.

Ta
Review №50

They have an amazing selection of dice here! These are the two I got!

Ka
Review №51

Friendly staff, wide variety of supplies. Conveniently separated kids and adult hobby sections.

Gr
Review №52

Great selection of games. Needs heartier A/C though.

Mi
Review №53

Wonderful locally owned business. Charters a local cub scout pack.

Pa
Review №54

Very difficult to find as there is no outside signage and it seems to be the only shop without an outside entrance. Furthermore, the mall has been subdivided into two mini-malls and THC isnt in the more obvious of the two. Go in through the theater entrance. THC is across the hall from the box office.

LS
Review №55

Great service, there is a lot of different things to look at and or buy, Id recommend at least stopping in if you like RC Cars and other hobby type stuff.

Ch
Review №56

I wish the store was bigger with more game choices, but great store

Je
Review №57

My hobby is boardgaming so I cant speak to the other hobbies represented here as much, but I do think HC has a decent selection of boardgames.They have most of the popular introductions to hobbyist boardgames (gateway games) in good supply and number of more obscure kickstarter titles. I wouldnt guarantee that they have exactly the boardgame youre looking for but its certainly worth a look because they absolutely might... and if they dont you might find a random gem like and unopened copy of Space Hulk!

Pa
Review №58

The place is da bomb diggity. I really entjoyed myself. These players got game son!

Ry
Review №59

The guys behind the counter are always friendly.

Ry
Review №60

Amazing shop and an Iowa City staple.

RO
Review №61

Great selection of toys for all ages. Huge board game selection as well. Plenty of hobbies to choose from.

Jo
Review №62

Very friendly people nice store love it

Ia
Review №63

Great stuff at higher prices but more classic stuff.

Ke
Review №64

Love it first time there staff very helpful and great prices

Cr
Review №65

Support local business. Great games and puzzles.

Ch
Review №66

Great place to find that special gift.

Ka
Review №67

Helpful staff, good at answering any questions.

Me
Review №68

Staff is always helpful. I 🧡 Hobby Corner

Jo
Review №69

Tin and Josh are always friendly and know their products.

Da
Review №70

To keep a long story short they went above and beyond in my customer service experience with them! Thank you guys!

Zo
Review №71

I always come here just to look at dice that I dont need

Gr
Review №72

If you like tabletop games this is the place

sc
Review №73

Great selection, but bummed that no small business Saturday deals were to be had.

PG
Review №74

Get Fallen Dominion here

Br
Review №75

Amazing place with great service

Se
Review №76

Great selection of puzzles.

Cr
Review №77

Lots of games and puzzles. Support local businesses!

Ak
Review №78

Hosts a board game night for $5 a person.

Ti
Review №79

Weekly events and an awesome staff!

Le
Review №80

Very little of the model railroad inventory advertised.

Pr
Review №81

Turn On the TRAIN again, PLEASE !

Tr
Review №82

They didnt have hardly any model railroading supplies like they use to. Very disappointed.

Yo
Review №83

Good for crafts

Ro
Review №84

Love the stuff

Bl
Review №85

Helpful and friendly.

Gr
Review №86

Helpful workers

De
Review №87

Hobbys galore in the store

ni
Review №88

Nice

Ge
Review №89

Lots of options

co
Review №90

Friendly staff!!!

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  • Address:1606 Sycamore St, Iowa City, IA 52240, United States
  • Site:http://thehobbycorner.net/
  • Phone:+1 319-338-1788
Categories
  • Game store
  • Hobby store
  • Gift shop
  • Model shop
  • Toy store
Working hours
  • Monday:12–5PM
  • Tuesday:10AM–7PM
  • Wednesday:10AM–7PM
  • Thursday:10AM–7PM
  • Friday:10AM–7PM
  • Saturday:10AM–7PM
  • Sunday:10AM–5:30PM
Service options
  • Curbside pickup:Yes
  • In-store shopping:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
Amenities
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
  • LGBTQ friendly:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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