Big Kid Collectable Toy Mall & Retro Store

I’m in denial. I’ll really miss this place.

I and my family have been coming here for years. They have all kinds of great items for every occasion, and we make it a point to spread the retro and vintage joy on birthdays and holidays to all of our friends, young and old. The customer service is top notch, and there’s always new stuff to check out. Love this place!

Closed on New Year’s Eve.
Because who would think of having people over on that day or night?
Bummer. Looked promising.

I will run to Unilocal as soon as I leave a place if the customer service is excellent. This is what I experienced here.
An amazing selection of retro toys and almost anything you could think of to invoke feelings of nostalgia. Barbies, G.I. Joe’s, old-​fashioned candy, vintage signs, etc.
I highly recommend the store to anyone looking for something out of the ordinary!

Cool store! Lots of collectible toys and artifacts. From rarest to coolest, they have it! Guy behind the counter was cool. Even gave a free pen for my kid. Very welcoming.

This shop is truly one of a kind with collectables you won’t find anywhere else! The set up gives you a retro vibe that truly takes you back in time. If you want o check out a unique shop with cool gift ideas or if you collect– def check out this shop.

This place is a hidden gem and it’s not to far from my place. I usually get the urge to buy vintage and rare WWF wrestling figures or anything related to Sylvester Stallone. My first trip their I found a Demolition Man in its case and it was perfect, pretty much case fresh. Also they have a wish list so if you got a niche that your into or anything you collect, they will call you to let you know what they got recently. They called me last week to come in and take a look at some wrestling figures and it turned out to be a 1984 WWF LJN figure in amazing condition and the price was just right. I will go here at least 2 time a month just to walk the isles of all the vintage toys and San Fernando valley relics they have. Highly recommended and if you don’t find anything (which I doubt) you can always scoop some awesome candy on the way out.

I got lost as memories were uncovered I had forgotten all about. I remembered times playing alone in my room with Star Wars, Masters of the Universe, GI Joe. I saw faces I had not seen since I was a kid. PRICES ARE AFFORDABLE and the unique gifts you want to give or bring to a party are all right here. Go get lost at this place and walk out smiling. It makes you happy, I promise. ALL AGES!

Hey Babe, Take a Walk on the Retro Side
If you are a Baby Boomer (or their offspring) longing to jump into a wonderful retro «way back» machine, Big Kid is an old school magical mystery tour unto itself — especially if you are looking for unusually thoughtful gifts. This store represents the passion of Big Kid Dave Levy’s life and it shows. Every nook and shelf is loaded with memorabilia that celebrates the golden era of your childhood. You will find many reasons to laugh and renew your love for those crazy days that shaped your lifelong memories and friendships in the most amazing ways.

Best place around for old school toys! I’m so excited about this place. It took me was back in memory lane. I’m definitely coming back and telling all my friends. Plus the staff is very inviting

OMG!!! This store is amazing!!! I took my brother and sister in law and my 2 year old nephew and we had a blast! It doesn’t matter what your age is the Big Kid is fun for all ages. There are toys from your childhood new and vintage. How about the game Operator? Simon? Ouija boards, Spirograph, Jack in the box, retro lunchboxes, slinkys, super elastic bubble plastic, I could go on and on. There is also a play area for kids and kids at heart.
We went on a weekend and put our name in at Nat;s next door for breakfast. The Big Kid even has an intercom in their store so you can look around and have fun while you wait for your table and they will call your name. (if you go on the weekend, they have a small parking lot so park on the street).
Dave the owner is awesome!!! He and his staff were super friendly and knowledgeable. We were there for a few hours. Seriously! They also have t shirts. They have a pinball machine, a game that plays pac man and all kinds of retro games. They have retro candy and sodas and Jiffy pop popcorn. If you need a gift for a child or adult or the person who has everything, you can find it here! Thanks Big Kid!!!

I was in the valley with an hour to kill and figured this was my chance to finally go see the store I’ve heard so much about all these years! All I can say is, «WOW!» This isn’t just a «store» — it’s an EXPERIENCE that will have you reminiscing and laughing and just plain having FUN. Between the retro merchandise and the good vibes of the owner and staff, it’s like a wonderful, wacky trip back in time. Go with a friend and plan to stay awhile, because every item is an entirely new and hilarious conversation. I’ve found my new go-​to place for ALL my gift shopping. Kudos to the owner, Dave Levy, for having the vision to create this marvelous oasis of playful memorabilia!

Great collectives. Came here to find Pokemon for a child. They didn’t have any, but they had toys n toys. I cam for two minutes n stay 10 min. Thou I was in a rushed. I bought my self a superman figurine. Yup. I’m 38 n still have all my toys n recently started collecting more for my future boy or girl. I came back on a Sunday. Place was packed. I was looking for the REDHOOD character. They didn’t have any other then ARSENAL. They have old school candy, toy package n non package, toys from the 60’s to 2015. Great place to come. Gill n Kerry where awesome women who help me find what I needed. Thank you so much. If ur looking for a old toy for ur self or friend. Pass by n check out. SILVERHAWKs.

I have lived in the area for 20+ years and my family has always frequented Nats Diner next door. One morning my mom and I ventured in to this awesome store and easily spent an hour back in time.
I spoke to Dave, who was very nice, actually everyone was incredibly friendly and helpful! I ended up purchasing some old cartoons on DVD for my dad for the holidays. I can’t wait to give them to him. He’s going to flip.
I’m not telling the rest of my family where I’m purchasing their amazing gifts. However, I will tell all of you that this place is too much fun, great prices, and great atmosphere. I’d be surprised if you walked out without buying something!

Oh my gosh!!! I’m so happy I found this place! The place is a little shabby but it fits for the type of store it is vintage and retro!!! I honestly couldn’t stop smiling when I got in the store. From wall-​to-​wall, there were so many things I could remember from when I was younger. Totally brought me down memory lane!
The toys were so cool and awesome! Some were cheesy and made me wonder why we even played with them but… They’re still amazing!
The staff were really nice and helpful. Too bad I was short on time… I would definitely have stayed longer to really look around! Will definitely be coming back!

I’ve come to the conclusion that when one hits the age of 30; nostalgia creeps into play. Bands from your childhood have reunion tours, clothing you wore is called ‘vintage’, food you ate is a ‘throw-​back’, TV shows you watched are ‘retro’, and technology you used is obsolete. Folks can either cry about how old they are or enjoy the blast from their youthful past. That’s where Big Kid saves the day.
You may be thinking that Big Kid is just a simple toy store with a few figurines, posters, and retro remakes. Well, you are wrong, my friend. Big Kid is so much more! Think more along the lines of a retro/​vintage toy store mixed with a museum and candy store. Big Kid is a throw-​back heaven featuring one-​of-​kind finds from the 50s-​90s such as toy figurines, lunch boxes, board games, puppets, trinkets, buttons, Pogs, and electronics. These items are somewhat priced on the higher-​end of things but it is because they are the real deal!
If you are seeking products which are produced in the modern-​day but influenced by days long gone; Big Kid delivers on that front too with aprons, candy, vintage-​inspired airline bags, and retro style furniture. Basically, if you seek a collectible for yourself or a friend: you WILL find it and then some at Big Kid.
The smaller details also stand out at Big Kid: the store has an airy and pleasant set-​up which encourages patrons to «hang out» and view displays in a museum-​like manner. Everything is well-​organized — this isn’t a junk shop — and is bright and inviting. Big Kid is also a friend of participation by offering retro mod chairs for sitting, a classic Pepsi machine which actually works with tokens, and a children’s version of pool outside the shop. The televisions even play real PSA’s and Sex Ed tapes from back yonder! Pretty neat!
Something has to be wrong, right? Usually stores this cool have terrible customer service from the associates on duty which deter patrons from returning despite the amazing store, itself. Luckily, Big Kid must have taken care during the hiring process because the younger college-​aged kid on duty was welcoming, friendly, and knowledgeable: quite the winning combination. Well done, Big Kid, well done!
Long story short, Big Kid is the place to go when seeking a retro collectible, a foray into your childhood past, or just some free fun. This place isn’t just a store but a genuinely cool place to browse and spend some time. You honestly can’t leave without a big smile on your face. So go ahead and embrace your age: Big Kid will remind you of your more innocent days.

Never had I visited a toy store like this. It was a really cool experience. A lot of the merchandise took me back to my childhood.
The owners are great and friendly. I wanted to buy everything lol a great spot to visit even if you don’t purchase anything.

This is now my second favorite store in all of Los Angeles. If you are looking for a party or birthday gift then definitely check this place out. The have the most intensive array of collectibles, games, retro-​toys, and yes foods from the 50’s to — 80’s. Star Wars memorabilia, Jaws lunch boxes. They have a wild variety of action figures and Tops baseball cards (just don’t chew the gum inside. I got the Jiffy Pop popcorn. The kind of stove top popcorn that went out of business with the advent of the microwave.
Dear reader, you cannot live in LA and not visit this store. I walked in and I quiet literally shouted ‘Holy Sh*t!” I was shocked and in immediate awesome of what this place offers and the work that went into putting this items together. It is really impressive. It is as much of a store as a museum of our collective past. And here you can buy back a piece of your childhood.

The coolest retro and collectables store in L.A. I’ve been going to Big Kid for years now and have never been disappointed by the vast selection of collectibles, candies, or the store’s fantastic employees. The gang at Big Kid make you feel as one of the family, always eager to welcome you in and help you if you have questions about any of the store’s merchandise. The store is so popular that on a visit last year i saw a group of Japanese tourist that bought out a huge selection of the store’s Barbie collection because they saw it on someone’s YouTube video online!
One of the cool things that I dig about Big Kid is the free popcorn and menu masks for Nat’s next door, just ask them about ut.

Walking into the BIG KID is like going on an Epic Adventure, there are always new treasures to be found from the days of old and today! And all under one roof!
An amazing collection of toys and collectibles from my favorite decades (70’s, 80’s, 90’s) and beyond! If you’re looking for it they probably have it or can get it for you!
Great staff, all of them are so friendly and very knowledgable about their items!
It’s like a Toy Collectible Heaven.
GO CHECK THEM OUT!!!