The Retro Rocket (4.8 )

Independent collector notes and community insights below.

The Retro Rocket

🏆 About

Retro-modern video games, TCG, collectibles, vintage to modern toys.

💬 Collector Notes

Independent editorial assessment

Heavy on the TCG side—lots of sealed Pokémon and MTG, with some Yu-Gi-Oh and Digimon sprinkled in. Not much in the way of vintage sports or high-end slabs, but they’ve got a decent binder of raw singles if you’re hunting for playable stuff. Clean layout, and the team behind the counter actually knows the hobby, so it’s a safe spot for comping or flipping trades.

Who this shop is (and isn’t) for

Best For

  • Pokémon collectors
  • TCG players
  • Vintage collectors
  • High-end / investment collectors
  • Slabbed card buyers

Not Ideal For

  • Sports-only collectors
  • Kids & beginner collectors
  • Looking for deep singles inventory
  • Seeking investment-grade cards
  • Seeking in-store play environments

⭐ Review Summary

The Retro Rocket is frequently praised for its wide variety of trading cards, particularly Pokémon and Magic: The Gathering, and for maintaining a clean, well-organized store. Customers also highlight the knowledgeable and friendly staff who are eager to help both new and experienced collectors.

Google Reviews Rating: 4.8
Total Reviews: (64)

📍 Location & Contact

  • Address: 18 S Ohio Ave
  • Phone :

⏰ Store Hours

  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: 11 AM-7 PM
  • Thursday: 11 AM-7 PM
  • Friday: 11 AM-7 PM
  • Saturday: 11 AM-7 PM

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