Kerbside pickup
Yes
JHU Comic Books in New York
Categories
Location on the map
New York, New York County, New York, US
Service options
In-store pick-up
Yes
In-store shopping
Yes
Delivery
No
Health and safety
Mask required
Yes
Staff required to disinfect surfaces between visits
Yes
Safety dividers at checkout
Yes
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Yes
Planning
Quick visit
Yes
Phone: +1 212-268-7088
Site: http://jhucomicbooks.com/
Site: http://jhucomicbooks.com/
Opening hours
- Monday:12–6PM
- Tuesday:12–6PM
- Wednesday:12–7PM
- Thursday:12–7PM
- Friday:12–7PM
- Saturday:12–6PM
- Sunday:12–6PM
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Comments (196)
One of the best comic shops in all of Manhattan...I do miss the old locations, but the staff here is among the best Ive ever seen!
Great customer service! Lots of hard to find silver age comics. Recently met comic book legends Greg Pak and Dan Slott there. Bought Deadpools 2nd appearance (X-Force # 2) for the low price of $20, whaaaaaaat? Thats bonkers!!!! They have cool D&D stuff and lots of Manga and New titles from all the indie & majors. Their back issue collection is great. I cant say enough about how cool this store is. Check them out. Shout to Nick, Ron, Gore, Gutz, Frank and the whole JHU staff.
This place is a little small but its a very good location its next to a bus stop and a movie theater is close by so after you watch a superhero flick, come and read more about that hero, the staff is very welcoming and helpful and its prices are fair. I will definitely come back and they also have bags and boards
The best local comic book store in NYC. Staff are really friendly and will treat you well. Highly recommend
Great place! The guy there (didnt catch the name) helped a lot and gave tons of info :)
Just came back from an event. Met Ethan Sacks writer of the new comic Intrusion. A great place for comics, videos, games and too many items to name. Nick is very knowledgeable and can answer any questions you have. Located at 481 3rd Avenue. Masks worn and social distancing. A real find in Kips Bay. So much to see. A great place for gifts!
Nice local comic shop located in Kips Bay.Its small shop but packed with a whole lot of comic books, manga, art books, kids books and NY related gifts.Great place to stop by if youre in the area and they also participate in Free Comic Book Day once a year.
I love this place. The staff are all really great and have got to know what I would like and make recommendations accordingly. I love watching the weekly Facebook live shows too. There are many comic book stores in the area but JHU is the best by far
This was a wonderful, if not small shop. Nick, a very cool dude, loved talking about comics and gave great recommendations. I ended walking out with a huge selection with titles like Dune, swamp thing, and animal Man!By the way, Merry Christmas!
Great selection of current and back issues, friendly staff with great service.
I recently got back into comics after a long hiatus. Luckily, JHU Comic Books is just a few blocks away from my office. They have tons of titles, friendly and knowledgeable staff, and great service. If you live or work in the neighborhood, it should be your go-to spot to fill your comic fix, and even if you dont, they make it easy to get your weekly pulls in the mail. Highly recommended!
I loved loved loved the selection here! The store is super neat, organized and clean and the staff incredibly knowledgeable. Definitely hoping to go again soon.
I am customer of JHU for several years and love shopping for the comic and graphic novels. They have classic comics back in 70s, 80s and 90s for a low cost which I am very surprise to see in a comic book store. The staff members are friendly, knowledgeable and helpful with comic related items and make you feel comfortable going there to shop. I also like that they have a lot of comic book authors and artist stop by and sign their latest issue of their comic they are working on. Even though the store is smaller in this location than their previous location but the staff members are still same and I like it.Keep up the good work and see you soon!
Pretty nice small bookstore vibe and the people there are very knowledgeable. Theyre stock can sometimes be a little confusing when trying to find something yourself but if you ask they always know exactly where it is.
Great comics and selection. Love buying covers just to frame them!
Great selection of Dark Horse, moreso than the other two stores I checked out while visiting even though JHU Comics was the smallest out of all three. I went two days in a row and the same guy was working- and he is absolutely one of the nicest people you could ever meet. My kiddo is an eccentric little dude and quite the talker, and this guy did so much to make us feel welcome and to engage with my kid.
Ive been coming here when it used to be in its old location near Empire State Building and its current location. What stands out to me about this store is the staff, they are genuinely friendly and super helpful in selecting a comic they recommend, give you humorous conversations at the cash register, and also provide assistance when I cant find the comic book I want. When I come here, I never leave without buying something.
Amazing shop!! Toys, comics, graphic novels, back issues OH MY!! a little hidden gem stashed away that makes it that much more awesome. If your in Manhattan and you want to see A REAL COMIC SHOP, swing by BUY COMIC BOOKS.
This is my favorite comic book store in New York City. The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable, the location itself is very nice and you can browse without feeling them looking sideways at you to make sure you’re not stealing anything. (You don’t have to check your bag like you do at Saint Mark’s Comics which to be fair has a smaller and more cramped store so it’s easy to steal something there.)
Love this store so much! One of the largest collection of comic books in NYC and at great prices too!
Nice shop. I plan on going back. The store is small, but has a decent selection. Its big on DC and has Marvel. I went looking for Saga, and instead walked out with a series of African folktales. Good shopping.
Why is no one saying that JHUs staff can and will reserve variant covers or any special issues you are looking for (current in production comics only). They can special order props, masks, or any superherobilia that you ask them about. Talk to the staff. I date from the days of Golden Age Larry and writer Vito Delsant´e. Been a customer since 1986, when they where in the Manhattan Mall, the former Gimbels Department store.Update: came here on 03-23-2021. Staff was very helpful using the computer to find what I was looking for!
This Store is great for comic book fans and collectors of all types. The staff is even better, definitely coming back when King in Black #1 comes out.
Great experience. Awesome customer service
Great selection of books. City lights and this place are my go-to spots to browse new and old books. They carry a diverse range of topics and all the latest releases in both fiction and creative nonfiction. If you live in NY, add to your list when you desire new books to read.
The best comic book store in NYC. You really feel like its all about the bike and the fans here. There are dinner toys and collectibles, but thats not what you find here for. There is a huge selection of alterative comics and comics-related literature here.I really miss the last hours. Closing at 9pm is fine, but I really liked coming here when they were open super late.
This small nerd cave is amazing. So many things contained in one small place. They support upcoming artists too, letting them sell their comics. Cashier is super nice and friendly.
Ah the collection!! This was at the end of marvel/dc walking tour and this was a perfect way to end it. Got myself a copy of Marvel Eternals. They also have classic comics, early editions of many super hero comics. The guy at the counter was very knowledgable and helpful. Would totally recommend this place for your inner creative.
Great place with an amazing selection and very helpful owner. They have a lot more than just superhero comics, too. I was delighted to find a range of avant-garde comics about philosophy and emotions, with edgy styles (like no words).
I purchased boards and bags last June at JHU. The cost was a little bit higher compared to other retailers but the location was very convenient. I returned two weeks later, the first week of July, to purchase additional boards and bags but they had none in stock. I went back the following week and they still had none in stock. I returned once again in early August only to discover that they were still out of stock. Thankfully there are several comic book stores in Manhattan and those stores are well stocked with basic comic supplies.I returned to JHU about 2 weeks ago to buy more comic book boards since the owner responded to my original review stating they currently had bags and boards and once again, to my disappointment, they were out of stock of the size I needed. I ended up purchasing a pack of 100 boards anyway for $12. I figured I could use them in the future. The following day I went to another comic book retailer and bought the correct size boards, 100 boards only cost $8 and change. Im standing by my original 1 star review for JHU. They are out of stock and over priced.
Have been two times here, great comic store, the owner is really helpful and patient
It is a joy to find a comic shop open with such a great selection. Anything I was looking for, this place had. The attendant was very friendly and knowledgeable. I will definitely be returning next time Im in the area.
Helpful staff, well organized so its easy to find your interests. Great place 😊
We are a family of comic loving nerds. We visited all the comic stores in Manhattan and we will always pick JHU as our number one. The staff is friendly and incredibly knowledgeable.
Great experience. After a missed start for a mail order, they made it right. Impeccable packaging. Swift delivery. Just make sure you talk to Kathleen if you have any issues. She is very responsive.
Fun place to look through the many books and comic books. Felt like I was in an episode of Big Bang Theory just for a sec. Pretty low key and no one is hovering around you so theres no rush, you can just look around. Also other random books that looked interesting.
The owner, Nick, is extremely helpful, knowledgeable, and kind. Great selection of well organized merchandise in a clean and cozy shop with a great vibe. Highly recommend for anyone interested in comics.
Great place, lots of different comics, my son love it
Can’t believe there’s finally a comic book shop in the Kips Bay neighborhood!! Very small, cozy & tons of new arrivals each week! My kids & I loved it! Can’t wait to go back!
Great store. Very good selection. Much more than just Marvel and DC. Plenty of Indie comics and a lot of minis. Very helpful staff with a knowledge of comics.
Super Friendly Staff, good selection and knowledgeable about the industry. I really enjoyed my visit and will go back for more. Highly recommend this place if you are new to graphic novels.Instagram @100wordsofstory
Great comic book selection. Its not the largest comic book store but, it had the comics that I was looking for. The prices and Customer service are very good.
Nice store. In not a huge fan of comics but seems like this store had everything. The man at the register was friendly and helpful.
Such a nice and small store. Will help you with anything you need. I got so many great suggestions here and they order books for me!
Love this shop, they are always super nice. One of the better comic shops in the city with a diverse older back issue selection.
Best comic book store in midtown, with huge selection of titles. Ask the staff for their recommendations based on what youre in to - they are really helpful for finding new books.
I remember them from their previous location which was a bit LARGER-the service was pretty good then No matter the size of the store this is a GREAT place to satisfy your comic addiction Staff is very helpful, friendly and they know their comics... GIVE THEM A TRY
This place was intimate with a great selection of bronze age comics and a pretty constant and high quality amount of signings including Dan Slott and Greg Pak and Ethan Sacks.
JHU has knowledgeable staff and decent customer service. The store is tiny but still has a lot of variety. Youre likely to find something thatll grab your interest.
Really nice little comic book shop in NYC. I loved this a little better than midtown. Great customer service, good music being played and they sell most items that may be harder to find anywhere else.
I stopped in randomly while walking by and found the store fascinating. The store clerk is very knowledgeable as well.
Great place, staff friendly and knows a lot about most of the comics they are selling.
Pretty nice staff, very knowledgeable and so accepting of all tastes. Good kids section up front and a big collection of adult options through rest of the space. Ill definitely be back.
Great selection and you can find great treasures in the back issues, they will order items if it isn’t in stock and it’s possible. More importantly, the staff are genuinely fantastic people.
A great little neighborhood comics store. The selection of books is good and the staff know their business.
Very nice staff! Gave great recommendations. Feels like a homey local shop and I look forward to going there again!
The customer service at the store was top notch! Any question that I was able to come up with, the staff was able to answer me politely and wait on me to make sure that I was completely satisfied with what I was searching for.
Love this place, great curation and helpful friendly staff. My favorite Comic Book store in the city.
Best comic store in NYC even better then midtown comics which people say are better. Great service, fair prices I do recommend it
Friendly staff, super helpful with recommendations and responsive to customer questions.
Cool place. Owner helped find things and chatted about different comics. Good selection
This store houses a lovely combination of the Big 2 comic publishers and more independent fare from the likes of Fantagraphics and Drawn & Quarterly.
The staff was so friendly and they have a good selection of stuff, id recommend this for anybody looking for a personal store to grab your weekly stuff from.
Good selection of comic books, helpful staff, clean and well organized store.
By far my favorite comic shop in NYC. Friendly knowledgeable staff and great selection of books.
Cute and quite little store for the avarege comic fan. There is a big selection of trending and classic comics ans some figures and novelties.
Nice comic store, clean and well lite. Mainly selling comics and not pushing comic related merchandise, like other modern stores.
I loved this place. It was clean, organized, and the guy behind the counter was nice. Neat little spot that you wouldnt know was there unless youre paying attention.
Its a small shop but had a decent selection and friendly and helpful staff. I would recommend this place.
The store is cute with an interesting range in items (comics, collectibles, novelty) The staff isnt very welcoming though
Well-stocked, good number of back issues and current books. Friendly, approachable, knowledgeable. Overall recommended.
Nice and cozy comic book shop! Staff is very helpful and knowledgeable!
Unreal comic store. Must stop by if you are a fan. Great lovers of comics and culture run the place and work there.
Cool selection of old and new comics
Always make it a point to visit when I am in the area. Best place in Manhattan for back issues. Never leave empty handed.
Friendly and attentive staff always willing to talk comics and help you find what your looking for.
Been going there since the 90s. Always well stocked with tshirts too
I love owning this comic book store. Come by and Ill show you why!
Great out of the main drag comic shop. Met all my needs and wants..
Great and authentic!
No fair prices unlike Barnes and Nobles which have the best low prices for comics.
Wow most likely the next move it is going to be a newsstand.What a shame of what the store used to be when it was by the ESB.I do not recommend this store!
Great place with a whole lot of stuff, and a very nice staff. Very reasonable prices too.
Good selection, good service with great prices. The store has a good vibe to it.
Great place for comic books eventhough its quite small.
Nice place for the funs, has all kind of comics and a graet diverse.
Great place to buy comics. Small and personal.
Perfect place for all the comix loverEverything its in perfect order.Good/ normal price
A cozy and warm comic book store with a really helpful staff. A store with a soul :)
Small store but has a lot to offer. Impressed with the selections offered.
Great comic shop!
Great little shop! Nice layout, and a decent selection.
Very helpful workers and a wide selection of comics
Super friendly staff. Had exactly what I wanted. Will go back often!
A comic book store like from the movies, so quirky and cute
Owner was very helpful finding Wolverine Comics!
Great place to get your comics and figures!
Excellent as usual. Love shopping there.
Pretty cool guys. Very small selection compared to whats near.
Small selection of figures more comics then anything eles. Small store.
Awsone selections awesome staff and the 100 list they have is arguable but fantastic !!!
Great amount of comics to browse through both new and old
Great local comic book store.
Excellent selection of comics and excellent people.
The staff is very friendly and always willing to answer your questions and help you look for what you want
Of course best comic book store
Great place with friendly and helpful staff
Friendly neighborhood comic book store.
Really friendly employees and a great selection of book
Salesperson knowledgeable and helpful. Great for kids and adults.
Always the place to find TwoMorrows books.
Friendly staff. Nice and clean store.
On its last leg, just like the comic book industry in general.
Vast selection and professional service.
Good people. Great selection of products.
Nice shop. Knowledgeable staff
Best store on the planet.
Wide selection of new and classic comics.
They have all types of books all types
Great place for comics.
Great service an huge selection.
Big selection and the staff know their business
Wonderful graphic novel selection
Got all my star wars comics from here.
Still the best, even in a smaller location.
Comic Excellence
Great selection and good advice.
Fantastic choice and great staff.
Great feel Great Staff Great Comics
New store! Something for everyone
Great service and passionate people.
Nice place for comics fan
It is more compact and organized.
I love comic books.
Store clerk likes puns
All good
Great selection!
Always friendly and helpful.
Cool shop in the middle of New York.
Its a cool spot
Fun 😁
Loads of books. Loads of knowledge
Take yourself on a nerd adventure.
Love it
Better than being at home
Great customer service
Best Store in NYC 👌
Smaller than it used to be.
Had everything I was looking for
Dope, clean space
Nice little shop
Great prices
Perfect !!!! no tourists !
Great selection
Excellent store
Pretty cool
Love this shop
My 2nd home...
I like the service.
Love this place!
Great place
Plenty of selection
Very small
Great staff
Great place.
Cool beans
Awesome place
Great place
Great place
A great store that really packs a lot into a modest space. The emphasis here is on the books: floppies from the big publishers are backed up by a surprising number of deluxe editions and trades, as well as a solid indie selection. Add in the very friendly and knowledgable staff, and this place should be the go-to for your weekly comics fix.
Well-stocked comic book store with new arrivals and a backlog of superheroes. In addition, its indie section is remarkable, which is something difficult to find in Manhattan.Staff is extremely kind and helpful. They will assist you on whatever youre looking for.
Not very friendly. I left as I came. Without a hello, or goodbye. I had bags from Midtown Comics. The shop is nice but very small. If you are a tourist, (non) layman, go your way.
Good comic book store! Unfortunately they didnt have some figures I was looking for, but they did have a variety of magazines and even some old ones that I looked for.
Sweet comic shop! Really everyone can find something there. I bought my first comic book there.
Great little shop. He has changed in the last 10 years. But still great. And above all, you can chat with the staff great.
You should check out comic shops if you like Marvel etc. no comparison to Germany
As a store it has everything in comics. Figures also a great variety. The girl who attended did not put much interest in the deal, so she does not take the 5 stars
Magnificent
If you reminded me of the comics of years ago in my youth, there are many of the most modern ones.
Of the best comic shops in New York. If you are a comic lover, as if you are not, it is essential to spend
Even if you are not a fan of comics you have to visit it.
Authentic a huge choice of comics book
Good material. Good attention. Extended hours.
A comics shop to visit absolutely !!!!
Very small but has its charm
Lots of funko
Total reviews rating 4.6
196 Reviews for JHU Comic Books 2023:
Review №1
2022-03-17I stumbled upon this little hidden gem the other day. What a great comic shop! Clean, organized, well laid out. They packed so much into their small space, but it doesnt feel crammed! They have tons of comics and collectibles, and the youg man who was working that day was very knowledgeable, passionate, and helpful. I usually check out Midtown or Forbidden Planet when Im in NYC, but I will def go back to JHU!
Review №2
2022-07-06Very friendly staff service. Prices inflated several times if you are a connoisseur and know the prices of comic books. However, as for NY, the prices are similar. I highly recommend!
Review №3
2021-08-08Awesome! Great prices, good selection of comics, and very nice staff. They have a lot of different comics, some Funko Pop, and some TCG like Pokemon/Magic. It’s a small shop but there’s a lot in there and it’s fun to look through everything. The prices are better than what you can find online and we found some awesome deals. The guy behind the counter was super nice and gave a discount cause we bought so much. Will definitely be back and highly suggest coming here.
Review №4
2022-02-25Nice little comic store, not much in the way of back issues but stupendous selection of graphic novels. Both new prints and some that have been hanging around for a while(which is nice if you are looking to fill in a few gaps which have become hard to find) Reasonable prices and knowledgable, helpful, chatty staff also a plus. Highly recommended, would go back!It is a little set back and below street level so it does not have great visibility from the street especially across the the road but when you get close it is easy enough to find.
Review №5
2022-06-18Great place/selection, friendly staff - always glad to support my local comic book shop! 🔥
Review №6
2022-06-19Great place! A bit smaller than others like midtown but this means the guy is super friendly and helpful! Go and ask for some advice on cool stuff to read! Totally worth it!
Review №7
2022-04-02Small store, but plenty of stock. Not very organized in back issues. Friendly and welcoming staff. Couldnt find back issues of Amazing Spider-man.
Review №8
2022-06-09Great local comic book shop. Very knowledgeable and helpful staff. Highly recommended
Review №9
2022-01-18This comic book shop in the heart of Manhattan is amazing. Its pretty chill and you can just go and spend an hour without noticing going thru all the back issues boxes they have. They are all in good condition and they have variety of modern titles too. Def recommended!
Review №10
2022-04-18Very nice store. Comic books are organized very neatly. Well worth a visit. The owner/sales assistant was very kind, too.