Geeks

Yeah… upon walking in I thought of potential possibilities. The store looked for well kept and even had a coffee like spot in the back. The comics were mostly new and maybe a few weeks back issues but nothing older. The guy at the counter looked like he was more on his computer than to greet us. My kids were with me so I thought there would be something for them, there wasn’t. It was mostly for collectors of board gamers and maybe some nice collectable knock knacks.
The main reason for the big star drop was that this store broke the cardinal rule on comic labeling. It’s one thing to put comics in a box with no plastic protection but to put a labeled sticker of the price on the actual comic?!
Sigh I lost interest real quick if that’s how they treated older issues. It feels like a collectables store with a «oh yeah we have a few comics so we are a comic book store too» feel. I doubt I’ll go back. There wasn’t any particular brands I wanted there. They store looked great but it was so empty of any good reasons to come back. #lackluster

Weak! They know nothing, clueless on what’s going on when it comes to comic books and/​or pull list.

GEEKS is aesthetically pleasing and comfortable, but they are poorly stocked, their comic selection is random and inconsistent, and their gaming supplies are priced seemingly at whim. They also don’t seem to know or care when they run out of something; we’ve always had trouble trying to give them repeat business because they didn’t restock. But after repeatedly finding things were being sold for as much as double MSRP in an already expensive hobby, it didn’t seem worth going back anyways.

«Why didn’t we get the free comic books, Daddy?» I was quite uncertain on how to reply to my little henchgirl as to why we had failed to rob this noble shop Geeks of its free comic books on Free Comic Book Day. It was difficult to explain their idiotic incompetency to this dim minion.
The saga begins and ends with us standing in lines. Accompanied by my trusty pair of infant henchdaughters, we first waited in line to pilfer this proprietor of all its precious free comic books. Their initial defenses almost succeeded as fatigue began to set in for a pair of small, bored children waiting for the place to open. Yet our wills prevailed, and the doors finally swung open. But my villainous schemes encountered a new obstacle. While our group had respectfully waited in line, inside the store meant no such order. Chaos! Anarchy! All rules were literally left outside as a wild mêlée erupted. We sinister three had to now contend amongst the rampaging masses storming to the rear where the precious bounty lay. We barely escaped the lumbering charge of Captain America himself. Though I barely recognized the man with his dark beard, the patriotic insignia decorating the t-​shirt upon his rotund belly was unmistakable. Now we found ourselves at the outskirts of an epic feeding frenzy. While a small sign indicated a three-​issue limit, the other customers– er, I mean, bloodthirsty villains had no qualms in their glutinous looting. These Geeks favored the mighty, designing a bold contest that triumphed the forces of evolution, capitalism and people without little kids. Having been pushed to the rear of a new line, my girls and I were eventually free to pick through the leftovers and claim the free comic books! I would have rubbed my hands together in fiendish victory were I not clutching a baby under my armpit. So I cackled victoriously, «Mwah-​ha-​ha-​ha-​ha!» as I picked up a crumpled Simpsons and some crap of which I had never heard.
My victory was premature as we were immediately confounded again by the newest of Geeks’ defenses: Everyone was now mandated to wait in a new official line to check out at the register, even if no purchase were to be made. From order to chaos, back to order… the ol’ switcheroo. Though esteemed luminaries like Captain America, Doctor Who and some dude with a giant pot leaf on his hat hastily fled without a care — undoubtedly to help in some very important matters — I calculated that by obeying this newest regulation, our devilish cover would be better kept secret. So though our initial place towards the front of the line had been obliterated by Geeks’ incredibly stupid– er, that is, brilliant plot in a frenzied battle royale, we began our dutiful wait at the back of this next line.
After ten minutes with little motion, the line stood still and deep. My littlest could take no more. This puny and disrespectful one-​year-​old was so childish! As she cried impatiently, I knew now was the perfect time to unleash my evil plan! Again, I was tempted to rub my hands together were I not wrestling a baby while holding a stack of things to buy– er, I mean… Well, yeah, buy actually.
I hailed a Geek underling and politely requested for our gang to skip the line pending the ticking timebomb of my little hulk. I pleasantly demanded one of two options: to buy everything, or just take the free stuff for now. The first associate talked to a second, who disappeared to consult with the royal high Geek. Eventually the Geek emissary returned with a decree. After waiting minutes for a simple response with a crying baby, I knew that the time was obviously well-​spent to meet my vile blackmail.
Though I had presented two rational options, their collective wisdom had decided upon a third: to go f@%# myself. Their unassailable logic was that it was unfair to circumvent the well-​designed laws to protect the theft of these free books. This virtuous shop would rather nobly suffer a baby’s piercing howls of pain rather than upend the holy pillars of truth, honor and justice. Indeed, I could not argue that it would be unfair of my family to cut back in front of others who had already cut in front of us. Actually, I definitely could have argued, but I did not. Their sagacious judgment informed me of everything I need ever know about Geeks. With 45 minutes of our lives wasted in their Hunger Games-​esque madness, our nefarious plans were justly thwarted by these heroic do-​gooders.
As our treacherous trio left empty-​handed, I informed my eldest henchgirl that while Geeks may have won the battle, we would have our villainous revenge… by writing a snooty online review and never, ever going to those dips#&!s again.
Excelsior!

They have some pretty good comics for a pretty great deal, but their customer service sucks haha. Do people not realize that crap matters?

I’m not a big comic book/​video game person, but my boyfriend is. So, we browsed this shop.
There was one guy working behind the register, but he was too busy doing something to look up or even greet us. Ehhh… Anyway, they have lots of board games and comics and trinkets (like keychains, buttons, trading cards, etc.). The place was clean and organized. I can’t complain about that. The prices seemed to be decent, but that is coming from a person who doesn’t usually buy these kind if things.
They have a café set up in the back, but it was closed. I don’t know of it’s forever or just for the evening.
What do I know? My boyfriend didn’t seem too impressed, and he usually goes crazy over stores like this.

Cool shop great looking and great for trades and collectibles. But as far as comics go I just wish they had more back issues and that there were some variety. Like some 90s, Copper age, Bronze Age, Silver age. They need to buy a few collections every now and then.

Should be no stars, people working seem fairly clueless. I called the shop while I was in the parking lot, to recieve no answer. I decide to walk in and sure enough its some girl on her cell phone working the counter ignoring the phone. I ask her some questions and to no suprise i get a deer in the headlights look. Place wont last very long. Bad selection of comics or graphic novels and just a weird variety of models. I asked a guy, do you gave anything star wars for a birthday gift? His response was ehhhh we might have a book or something. Their window displays are as bad as uptown 2000. Why come here when you can find all they have and more at frank n sons. Dont even get me started on the games. Ugh dissapointing

Bottom Line, this is an average comic book store. It looks great and has an awesome atmosphere. But this isn’t the place for hard core comic lovers, they won’t have back issues or some of the best graphic novels you might be looking for. My suggestion is that you go into the store with an open mind, ask questions, and just enjoy the environment.

This is a great looking shop, a lot of space, friendly customer service, and a cool snack bar in the back (never seen that before in a comic book store). Unfortunately, I really don’t consider this place a comic book store. Sure they have comic books but it appears to be a novelty if anything. Their main focus is gaming, which is cool but every time I walk in to the store on a Sunday I get these death stares from people playing table top games. Saying «what are you doing here?» with their expressions.
But I think the worse thing, a straight up crime against humanity, they put sticker price tags directly on the comic books! Savages!
Cool spot for table top gaming but not really a comic shop.

I really love this place because I’m finally getting back into the Comic books again. And they helped me out on whatever I needed and the staff is great, glad to revisit this place again.

The owner of this place is a massive jerk. I don’t know if he is the manager or owner, but he is the one who is their almost daily. When asking him of what they have in stock, he will only reply to you in small one word answers as he is on his computer. He’s done this to me 4 time already, and to other customers as well. I don’t know if he hates his job or customers but this is no way to treat possible customers. Now as for prices, they are vastly over priced. The selection is not very good as well. I don’t recommend this place for anything unless you don’t want to drive out anywhere further. It’s no wonder this place has been going downhill since it opened.

Didn’t want to believe the gloom in the reviews but it’s true, their customer service is downright rude
The man in glasses was very unhelpful to a lady who wanted Harley Quinn comics. Not knowledgable with release dates and just said to come back every Wednesday. What kind of comic store doesn’t know release dates? it’s basic knowledge. He couldn’t even look it up for her or create a pull list. How can a specialty store hire such an anti social and aloof man?
I hope they change it up soon, pls don’t support this sham of a «geek» store that isn’t very warm to the very crowd they sell to. Their great location is all that keeps them afloat and that’s wrong.

It’s a nice little comic shop with a very warm atmosphere. I often walk in and see people playing some card games there. The employees are friendly and helpful. They don’t have the biggest selection, but I do like all their shirts and other merchandise.

I have tried to give Geeks a few chances on being one of my regular stops when looking for certain comics and games. I hate to say this, but every time I leave disappointed. I often can not find recent releases of my favorite comic series or any quality board games (including new releases). Employees are very rude and make me feel uncomfortable. For example, I planned on purchasing the most recent issue of Amethyst Princess, as soon as I got to the register the man at the counter told me, «Sorry, we are closed now. You can come back tomorrow». I was very upset by this, I don’t live super close so I knew I would not be coming back the next day. He gave no warning that they were closing up (people were still hanging out in the store). This is not a place I would recommend to anyone. Poor selection and poor service. I will keep to places like Comic Quest.

I’ll revisit my review of GEEKS. I’m sticking with 3 stars since this instant a good comic store. Graphic Novels are a great entry point for newbies — but no real collector will ever pick this place on a Wednesday … or any day. It really needs to focus on hobbies. It still seems like a shop that had GREAT ideas but never followed through on them. The idea that they stay open till 10pm on Fri & Sat confirms my «TIP» that it’s a hipster nerd hangout spot. Look at what you really SELL the best and nurture that. I’d really push that in the front window and have a WOW effect to stand out in Uptown Whittier.

They don’t even give you bags and boards for the damn comic books you purchase! What the hell, man?! I just want to keep the new comic book I bought in a cardboard backed sleeve!

If you are looking for comics (whether its back issues or trades), this is not the place for you. This place is always a let down in terms of comics. Sure they have new issues in but not a wide range. My boyfriend always has a nerd rage when we come here to find something. Sadly this is the closest comic store near our homes. So when we don’t feel like driving to pasadena to go to a good comic store, we try our luck here. I have been here a couple of times so this is not just a one trip endeavour. Recently, I came looking for trades of Promethea. I had seen them previously and knew this place usually has Alan Moore stuff stocked. But sadly no. Did not have. Tried my luck with finding Green Arrow, nope. Not very much. From what I remember, I think they also have very little on Dark Horse and Image comics.
But the one thing I do like about this place, you can totally just kick it here. It’s not strictly a comic store. Lots of people play their respective games here. They have a little café set up in the back, haven’t tried it yet though, so I can’t judge on that. They have stepped up since they first opened. I will give them that. But I just wish they had more variety.

My 111^st review! Sidebar.
I’ve passed by GEEKS so many times without going in… I remember going in once when it first opened and the shelves were still pretty bare. But I dismissed it after that once-​over. It’s blossomed since then into a full-​fledged comic book store!
What I’m really psyched about is the Dungeons and Dragons paraphernalia I checked out yesterday. They also have Monday D&D groups at 5:00pm. What!!! I could have spent much more time browsing in the store, but it was about closing time.
They’re also building a coffee bar in the back of the store. So read the sign «Coffee Bar 2011.»
They have board games, game sets (including mini Lord of the Ring figurines), tons of comics, graphic novels (some from Japan in the front of the store), and Warhammer manuals. I’d never heard of Warhammer before last night… and they had a entire 3-​D set up at the entrance of Warhammer obstacles and props. Very intriguing.
I’m coming back! And not just to check out the Hello Kitty merch I spied on my way out.

After making a trek back to the bar where I had forgotten my grilled cheese sandwich the night before (which they threw it away even though I was promised my sammich. see… www​.yelp​.com/​b​i​z​/​t​h​e​-​b​o​t​t​l​e​-​r​o​o​m​-​w​h​i​t​t​i​e​r​#​h​r​i​d​:​9​j​c​j​a​I​6​F​t​v​6​F​R​R​a​W​L​W2LJQ).
I was a little tipsy from having a cider so I decided to do a walkabout around this little sleepy part of town. I meandered into this location and found myself in Geek heaven. I am not a geek, but I am a fan of geeks (people and the store). It’s a pretty spacious place filled with comic books, graphic novels and two tables for playing a game (dang, I forgot… it was like a war game or something).
The clerk Dave was really nice in explaining different card games and some board games. I’ve never been a gamer and I’ll probably just stick to playing Go Fish or Slap Jack, but this place definitely has the stuff for folks who are into that stuff.
It’s a pretty cool place for «Geeks» to get together especially on a Saturday night because all of the experienced players and novice come together to play. It’s very interactive.
Although I’d rather be outdoors playing, I’ll definitely keep this place in mind when the rainy days come around and I’m bored to tears watching my dogs try to hump (dominate) each other. I may just come back and get a packet of those card games. I think it was called WOW, World of W… damn. I really can’t remember. Was I that buzzed?