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Top-rated comic book stores 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. 110 of the 122 comic shops we list in Illinois qualify; these are the top 10.

Ranked from public Google numbers. Not an endorsement.

  1. Graham Crackers Comics Loop

    4.7★★★★★ 1,576 reviews

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

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    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, knowledgeable, and always ready to offer great recommendations whether you’re a longtime reader or just getting started.

    ★★★★★ Otto, Jun 2025
  2. Graham Crackers Comics of Naperville

    4.7★★★★★ 829 reviews

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

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    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 and respect. You have an amazing selection of comics, and I wish we could have stayed for much longer than we did!!!

    ★★★★★ Rayann, Sep 2024
  3. Fantasy Books & Games

    4.7★★★★★ 789 reviews

    Fairview Heights, IL · 1977 W Us Highway 50
    Score 3,708 (4.7 × 789)

    Manga

    This place is really expanded in last few years at least. I probably been here about 5 years ago and then I made the switch to pre-code Golden Age Comics only so the stuff they had here wasn't in line with what I collected. Needless to say it has exploded in the volume of games and items on hand.

    ★★★★★ The, Oct 2024
  4. Pastimes Comics & Games

    4.4★★★★☆ 797 reviews

    Niles, IL · 233 Golf Mill Drive Entrance, 8
    Score 3,507 (4.4 × 797)

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    Pastimes Comics & Games is a game and hobby store located next to the AMC theatres in the Golf Mills Mall. It is fairly large with about half of the space allocated to tables. There are a large amount of tables and weekly playing opportunities available throughout the week for various games.

    ★★★★★ Brandon, Jul 2022
  5. Top Cut Comics

    4.6★★★★★ 741 reviews

    Loves Park, IL · 5600 N 2nd St
    Score 3,409 (4.6 × 741)

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    This is a top of the line comic shop in my opinion. Everything was laid out very nicely, there's a large variety of back issues, some tabletop games, dungeons & dragons, accessories, lots of Pop! figures and some statues, etc. This is a super clean, very well organized comic shop.

    ★★★★★ Kris, Mar 2025
  6. Toad Hall Books and Records

    4.8★★★★★ 671 reviews

    Rockford, IL · 2106 Broadway
    Score 3,221 (4.8 × 671)

    What a great source for Vinyl. Nick and crew are great. They helped me find almost everything I was looking for. I'll keep going back!

    ★★★★★ Mike, Jan 2026
  7. Grumpy Bob's Emporium

    4.5★★★★★ 703 reviews

    Maryville, IL · 2915 N Center St
    Score 3,164 (4.5 × 703)

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    My dad sent me the address to this place and I had a great time here! They have a massive selection of games for various consoles and systems, including ones I didn't even expect to see!! (Atari 2600, SNES, etc.) They even had a Super Famicon for sale!

    ★★★★★ Elizabeth, Feb 2023
  8. Heroic Adventures

    4.7★★★★★ 642 reviews

    Edwardsville, IL · 1005 & 1007 Century Dr 1005 & 1007
    Score 3,017 (4.7 × 642)

    MangaSigningsFree Comic Book Day

    I recently visited Heroic Adventures and had a great time exploring their selection of comic books, graphic novels, and collectibles. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable, offering helpful recommendations and insights into the world of comics.

    ★★★★☆ Déshaun, Apr 2024
  9. Amazing Fantasy Books & Comics

    4.8★★★★★ 598 reviews

    Frankfort, IL · 20505 LaGrange Rd
    Score 2,870 (4.8 × 598)

    Back issuesFree Comic Book Day

    The name says it all. Simply put they're Amazing. I found out about this place through me wearing my dungeons and dragons shirt was was told if i play to definitely give this store a gander. I am so glad I did. they have miniatures(painted and ready to paint), paint for minis, Dice, board games, and comics galore.

    ★★★★★ Roy, May 2022
  10. Chicago Comics

    4.7★★★★★ 608 reviews

    Chicago, IL · 3244 N Clark St
    Score 2,858 (4.7 × 608)

    Back issuesMangaVintage & keysGrading & pressing

    Excellent comic shop with a huge choice of graphic novels. Also a very wide collection of zines. Staff propose a lot of discoveries.

    ★★★★★ Benoît, Jul 2022

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