I love this comic store it is such a little gem on New Dorp Lane. The staff are so friendly and helpful and the prices and selection are great. Make sure to check it out when you’re in the neighborhood.
In the heart of of New Dorp, surrounded by great restaurants and right next to one of the best libraries on the island, this shop always has the newest comics in stock. The staff is both friendly and knowledgeable.
They are also big supporters of local artists, you can even find a local creators section in the shop.
Really nice I come here a lot even with friends, staff are so kind and always have what I’m looking for. I’m constantly offered help by people, the store is not very loud and in my opinion just right.
Came here looking for two very specific niches and found exactly what I was looking for (Archie, Betty &Veronica, Vault of Horror). Amazing staff and selection of comics
I just wanted to share that I ordered a few books from here and I have never received a package so well prepared. This thing was Fort Knox. So, if you are tired of Amazon just throwing your comics in an empty box or just really concerned about a valuable comic getting to you in perfect shape order from these guys!
Ordered comics online to be shipped to Alabama. The shipping price was extremely reasonable. I am so glad they had the books I was missing and they packaged them with so much care!! I was so impressed, they made it all the way in perfect condition and it’s been raining all week. Very grateful!
We have been loyal customers of this comic book store for many years, ever since we were kids. It’s been a place we’ve loved visiting, and now we bring our own children, who are huge fans of comics. However, during our most recent visit, we were deeply disappointed and shocked to see a prominent display of books at the front counter that push Palestinian propaganda.
After flipping through these books, it was clear they were filled with misinformation and a distorted version of reality. What’s even more troubling is that there were no books offering a balanced perspective or representing the Israeli side of the story.
It’s incredibly upsetting to see this kind of material being promoted in a place we once trusted, especially in a way that could influence and mislead children. We will not be returning to this store, and neither will our friends or family. It’s unacceptable for a local comic book store to push such biased and harmful content onto its customers, especially kids.
Walking in I instantaneously transform to my 10 year old self. The aroma of storytelling and art emanate from every crevice. You can smell the adventures on every wall.
Step into a world of imagination and wonder. I'm thankful there exists an environment like JHU Comics.
I was walking around the area the Manhattan Store was once in only to see that the place was closed down and condemned. Sad stuff to see honestly. This store had two down to earth people whenever I went there . An older guy named Nick and a younger guy also Named Nick, and they were both very cool down to earth individuals who were always down to have a conversation about the culture and had great inventory and stock. I used to go to their comic signings right before the pandemic hit, and when things started reopening went there once and twice before things got busier for me. As a Brooklynite I wished I ventured out into Manhattan to see these guys more. I’m sure the Staten Island store is just as good if not better and will definitely visit if I’m ever online Staten Island again . Rip to the Manhattan store, long live Indy comic shops
Since moving to Staten Island and returning to comic collecting, JHU Comics has become my new home for comics. The whole crew has been super cool and friendly, knowledgeable, and great to even just chat with. They have definitely made me feel welcomed and I am so happy to be back into this universe. If you love all things comics, come check this place out!
My favorite shop in Staten Island! I don't live in Staten Island anymore but always go out of my way to stop by and pick something up when I'm home. Always a blast talking with Gore who’s very helpful and knowledgable. Happy to go out of their way to find any item and ship books if needed.
Store isn't very big and product can feel a bit all over the place at times, but they make the most of their space still offering a variety of TCG’s, toys, and older key books.
Been coming here since I could read. 30 something years, 3 locations on New Dorp Ln. I’ve had an on/off relationship with comics and collectibles, but this store kind of set the standard for comic shops for me in terms of selection and service. Now I bring my 8 year old son here and the staff has always been friendly and patient with him, and we feel comfortable browsing around. This is an ideal example of a comic shop, and a staple on Staten Island. Thanks for sticking around and keep up the great work JHU!
Went there with my daughter. Very nice, helpful, knowledgeable staff. Great selection of comics and collectibles. Definitely coming back. And they didn't complain that she was looking around. (She's 11) That was a big plus in my book.
Just recently got back into collecting comics. Wasn't sure how much had changed over the years, but the staff at JHU made me feel at ease. Super helpful, friendly and even suggested options I hadn't thought of. I've been back several times and it's a great feeling when they recognize return customers.
Such a great place to have on Staten Island. Don't know of any other place around here that is truly dedicated to comics. They have so many trades that are even hard to find online. The workers have a lot of passion for and knowledge of comic books. Great environment to just explore the shelves and easy to get lost in for hours.
I've been an avid collector of assorted items, mostly comic books and printed publications from Marvel and DC and other misc. ( Frank Miller ) since the age of 9 in the borough of Bklyn. Since 1993 I have been residing in Staten Island. I'm still an occasional collector of specific items, mostly from Frank Miller ( Sin City ...Hard Boiled). 90% of these purchases are from JHU Comics, owned by Nick. I have been making these purchases since JHU has opened. Over the course of residing in SI I have spend A few thousand on collectable items. I'm moving in the next few months and wanted to sell roughly 90% of my collection. I took these back to JHU and Nick to sell at a loss. I presented to Nick and I was told he had no interest in 90% of the items even though they were purchased there at JHU Comics. I was shocked...!! He was very happy to sell these items to me at a good profit but had no interest in purchasing them back. Even if I took a hell of a loss. I think a GOOD retailer would be more than happy to purchase merchandise that he sold to me back even with me taking a considerable loss. Nick is more than Happy taking my money but returning even a very portion of that money he is unwilling to do. Wow..!! And he wants you to be a repeat costumer. Sorry..! No thank you.. Nick doesn't like to play fair at all.... His store will never see my face again... To his response: he comments that a buyer shouldn't think of a retailer as a BANK.... But..!! He does think of every buyer as a bank..!! To purchase and endless amount of comic books..Nick is FULL OF HIMSELF... He Knows The Line and What to say..Every retailer I ever dealt with over the last 50 years at most times he would act in good faith and buy back merchandise that I purchased . He may have only given back 25-30 cents on a dollar but he played fair to some extent since he would like you to be a return customer.
Great staff that is super helpful and seem to be avid readers. Always willing to chat and find whatever you need. Went out of their way to find me a back issue I was missing. Nice selection of back issues and wall books and supplies. Great selection of new titles. Everything seems priced very fairly. Shop is around a long time, you don’t last that long if you’re not doing everything right. If you visit, you wont be disappointed.
I’m not the biggest comic collector. And my knowledge is very slim-to-none. And I walked in and actually told them that. But I wanted to buy my son some “higher end” comics and the guy behind the counter ( who’s name escapes me) I believe he had some piercings and tattoos. Was absolutely amazing. He took the time to tell me a little bit about each book that was in my price range, told me what the book is about. And also talked about which artwork for which comic he liked best. I felt like I was talking to a friend about comics. And not trying to be sold on buying something. At the end of the day I walked out with a Spider-Man comic signed by Stan lee. And a first pressing of frank millers Batman dark knight.
Very overpriced, outright refuse to haggle. You have a wall of books that everyone wants yet they don't sell. Take a hint. 7.0 books at 9.6 prices. People, Youre better off on eBay if you are looking for that one book. And the guy with all the tattoos and piercings. Unfriendly anytime I went in there. Ask him for help and he sighs, can't be bothered. Over all one of the worst shops in the whole city.
This place is great and worth the trip no matter what part of the island you are on or further away. Huge selection, always have the latest and hottest issues plus they have a great pull program and can order you exactly what you want in either single issues or subscriptions. The store is always clean, organized and easy to travel through. The sales staff are always friendly, very knowledgeable, make you feel welcome, bend over backwards for their customers and will never pressure you to buy.
It’s now more important than ever that we support our local comic book shops and I promise you JHU will reward your continued patronage with the ideal local comic book shop experience. Stop in, make a purchase and see exactly what I mean.
Fantastic selection of comics, graphic novels and games. This is the original location for the JHU stores. I've been going here since the 80s. Good service, clean and appealing layout for the store. They will order deliveries for pickup as requested, and still buy comics for those who have them to sell. They have a large selection for youngsters also, which is not as common in Comic book shops these days, for those who have families. Relatively easy parking and good location in the New Dorp commercial corridor.
They have a decent collection of comics available. They are pretty organized with new issues. The staff is nice Cool! The part I like is they have some nice stuff for kids and also for the big kid in me lol. They sell shirts and they were even having a dungeons and dragons game going on in the back on!
Friendly staff, more than accommodating atmosphere, place to practice trading card games. Play area is small with only two tables, but it makes up for it with the vast amount of comic selection as it is a comic book Shop first. They have a variety of items that any enthusiast will enjoy. Stop by or call ahead and you will be greeted with the same unwavering friendliness and customer service. Parking is paid street parking available at a 2hr limit, the cost at this time is $0.25 per 12min so for $2.50 it is reasonable. Store prices seem fair and accurate.
With the dwindling number of comic shops around, I feel blessed to have one so close and of such quality. The staff there are always super friendly and quick to help you find something you'll enjoy reading. They also have a game space in the back for those who wish to get some card or D&D play in.
Every time I go to this store, I keep getting more disinclined to return. I walk in and am immediately ignored by the staff on duty. If that happened once or twice, it wouldn't be a big deal, but every. Single. Time. And the last time I went in I was literally the only customer in the store. I just feel like they don't create as much as a welcoming atmosphere as other comic shops on the island. It's a good place to go figure out what books I might want to buy, but I usually end up buying them elsewhere.
I've been a customer on and off here for many years, dating back to the former Merchants of Venus and Fantastic Store shops. There's usually a lot of older gems here, new items are usually in stock and if it's not there, someone will try to get it for you. A store is only as good as its employees. In recent years I've found the staff to be friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. That goes a long way.
This store is a gem! There are not too many stores like this anymore. Very retro and right here on Staten Island! The staff is very nice and personable. I am a huge Walking Dead fan and they have the comics there. It is nice to see kids interacting with each other! Plenty of events held in the store! The store reminds me of stores back in the 1980s when I was growing up! Love it.
Aug 14, 2017
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