Showcase Comics

OK, Ralph gets a reprieve from me. I went to an FNM there against my better judgement and he was not a condescending d*ck to me. He was actually very pleasant. I’ve also noticed that they have a couple newer employees as well. They were friendlier than ones in the past. I dunno, I might start shopping there every so often again. They also got a newer store which is far less cramped and «dank?» than the old one. I don’t know how else to describe the old one but you used to have to go down to this musty old basement for Magic Tournaments and now it’s all on the first floor and brightly lit.
Either way. It’s gotten better… not at all great or even good but better.

Having moved to the area a couple of months ago, I was delighted to discover Showcase was only a short walk from my apt. The staff are by and large friendly and helpful, the manager is especially nice. Their selection is really solid too, and their prices are on par with any other shop.
As a woman who has only been heavily reading comics for a few years, I’ve come to expect rudeness, confused stares and general disrespect in these establishments — but not here. I have never been patronized or condescended to for any question I have asked or comic backstory I remembered wrong. This is a comfortable and friendly comic environment, and one I will keep returning to. I have never felt like anything but a valued customer, which should be a given, but it often isn’t. I am more than happy doing my comic shopping here.

Great store! They never make you feel like a dingus for asking questions about anything. Both guys I have spoken with are always super informed and helpful when it comes to choosing books and new series I have been thinking about picking up.
The back issue selection is AWESOME! This is something really lacking in a lot of shops I visit anymore. I’m a child of the 80s and still need to grab some key books to fill in holes, this place is PERFECT when it comes to that! Not super pricey (actually darn right cheap for some runs!) and not graded stuff so you can really enjoy it.
Keep on keeping on guys!

I always go to this comic store because it’s convenient to my job. However today will be my last time going. They lost a very loyal customer. I went in there with my husband to look at individual magic cards (which is something new to them) we asked to look at the binder, the worker (Chris) who was extremely rude, answers «not right now,» and walked away. We looked at each other confusion because that was kind of rude? Well He started helping another group of people, while we waited at the front to look at the binder. We patiently waited until his other customer left, and asked him if we could look at them now. He answers, «no not today» I asked why not? He said because he is the only one working! WTF Do you need two people to help us? There was only one other customer in there! He served the other customer, but couldn’t serve us? I know people might steal or what ever, but why couldn’t you help us instead of doing other things in the shop? He couldn’t even help us look through cards because he was the only one working? Are you serious? Then I’m questioning what are workers supposed to do on their job? I thought it was to help customers. He did not even TRY to help us. Before I left, I asked for his name. It was Chris. I don’t know if you are the manager or owner, but you’re extremely rude and unprofessional. Please customers, do yourself a favor and go to a place where they actually help you. I would not recommend this place to anyone.

This comic book store is the worst customer service store ever. Ive been here a few times, but I will never go back there again. They have a large selection of comic books, but it’s not worth your time because the workers are miserable and don’t want to help you. Well. it’s not really all the workers, just the one guy name Chris who refused to serve me today. I’ve never been so upset and discriminated towards. He helped every one in the store but refused to help me. He said he couldn’t help me because he was the only one working, however he went on to help other customers. My service is just as good as any customer. I will tell all my friends and family about this place, and warn them to never come here.

I’m writing this review more on behalf of my dad– he loves comic books and this is one of his favorite finds. However, he did note that it’s lacking in having certain items he would expect them to have. However, there is a lot of variety and a great section for kids

Good stock of new and old books. The low rating is because I just cannot get over how much of an ass the owner can be. He is unfriendly whenever I go in there. Just plain rude. I only go there when my normal shop is out of something I need. Good stock but terrible service. Not a friendly atmosphere at all.

Really great selection. The knitting girl at the counter was pushy and rude though. She followed us around the store, really really pushing us to buy everything we looked at. She described something I wanted to buy wrong. When I went to return it, she did t want to. The store manager said it was ok, but she still had to make a snarky comment to me when she returned it — «usually, if you buys it, you keeps it.»
Was that comment really necessary? Is it worth losing a customer and getting bad word of mouth over?
If the manager/​owner guy wasn’t so nice, this would be a one star review.

One of the biggest selection of graphic novels and games I have ever seen. Period. A staff who knows their stuff and plenty of room to game. Astounding you even have this much room for comics and gaming on Lancaster Ave.

I could spend hours here. Comics, graphic novels, and off-​the-​beaten track games, oh my!

Best comic book spot in the city… that’s all…
No? Ok, I guess I’ll say why it is. I’m really into manga… this place’s manga selection puts any other to shame (in terms of comic book shops). You can find anything from Batman manga to stuff like One Piece to the more obscure stuff like Color of Rage.
Back issues on American comics? Once again, almost unbeatable in this area. The only slight drawback on this shop is that it fits ALOT into a very tight space. There isn’t a huge toy selection but graf artists will be tickled… well… all sorts of colors (pink if you want) to find pretty decent spray paint cans here (since they aren’t so easy to get in Philly… specially not for the younger crowd). What else is there to say?
If you are looking for clothes, don’t come here… at all… but that’s not what comic shops are for so I won’t knock any points. The staff isn’t the friendliest, but they aren’t exactly rude either, will always help you find what you’re looking for, will order stuff just for you if it’s not in stock, and generally won’t mock you for not being too savvy on the difference between what an Indigo lantern and a Violet lantern can do.
If you have the time… go here… ⁶⁄₅ if I could give it!

I don’t know comic book shops, but I had to make a game purchase – not a Parker Bros/​Toys ‘r’ Us kind of buy, so I sought this place out. (Munchkin, if you MUST know.) They were really nice and friendly and my feathers didn’t hackle at all, if you’ll pardon the mixed metaphor. There were guys in the back «gaming» at a table, as they say, but there was actually another girl in there too (gasp). I’m down with the whole local shop vibe goin on.

We buy primarily games and minis and Showcase Comics is the place we always start. We love them!
The big attraction of the place is the staff. Friendly & competent, they are always ready to help you find stuff or order stuff. They will even take orders over the phone which you can go down and pick up when the item comes in. If they don’t have an item, they’re usually able to get it for you within a reasonable amount of time.
The store is very attractive with lots of things to entice you inside. It’s clean, well lit and has ample space for gamers to try out games.
Unlike some of the other posters, we’re coming in from middle Montogomery County, so Showcase is a perfect location for us. Parking is available around the corner in a big municipal lot. There are parking meters, but on Sunday parking is free.

This place is fantastic! I’m mostly into role playing games and this is one of the last really great Friendly Local Gaming Stores (FLGS) left in the Philly area. They have a great selection and even carry some very obscure indie games.
The staff is awesome and totally ready to help you out or chat about what they carry.

I’m fond of all the comic book stores that Philly has to offer. But I just don’t feel they compensate for Showcase being a long train ride away from the city (in fact thats the only reason they’re losing a star). This place is the paradise of comics, card games, models, and so much more (at least when it comes to Philly).
I’ve been going to their Sunday game day for years and it always brings out an interesting crowd. they might not always get along as far as what game is better, and it might bring out some space cadets. But I always manage to get in a few good games and pick up some needed cards.
As far as comics it’s one of the best (Fat Jacks actually might top them). they have an extensive collection, and plenty of rarities on the wall. and if you can’t find what you’re looking for, which is rare, the staff is friendly enough to order it for you. I think I know where I’m going on free comic day!

this is the mutha of comic book stores! nestled in the burbs, you have to get out of dodge and travel here if you wanna experience the glory of graphic novels, posters, toys, and gaming. this place is easily accessible by the r5 septa regional rail. just hop off at bryn mawr and it is about a 10 minute walk.
this place is huge! a small asian village could live in here! ok, it would be a very small village, but you get my drift. the store carries a lot of comic books. lots of back issues, which is always a plus for people, like myself, who wait and then realize they have gaps in their collections.
the staff is super helpful and when i go, i never get any snotty attitude.
when i do my comic book crawl (yes, i do this!), i make sure that this place is on my list of stops. this place = top of the pops.

The best of the Showcase locations. Their inventories of graphic novels, trades, and back issues are all staggering. While their table top section beats out most dedicated gaming stores.
I live two hours away from this location but the store and staff’s excellence makes the drive well worth it.