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| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 12:00 – 5:00 PM |
About Robin's Nest
Robin's Nest is a card shop located in Rockford, Illinois. Robin's Nest has done business in Rockford for 38 years, by the owners' account, with about 20 of them at its current location. The shop specializes in Magic: The Gathering, Pokémon and Yu-Gi-Oh! singles, sorted by set, type and name, and also carries sports cards, comics, tabletop games, miniatures, supplies and toys. Players gather there for casual play and tournaments. Google reviewers most often mention the friendly owners and staff, Yu-Gi-Oh! cards and tournaments, and some note the shop sells on eBay. Robin's Nest is well-reviewed by the local collector community, earning 4.0 stars from 215 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for rare inserts and parallels, vintage wax and modern singles, sports card rookies, local card shops like Robin's Nest in Rockford are the heart of the Illinois hobby community. Visit Robin's Nest online or stop by in person to browse current inventory and ask about special orders.
Robin's Nest at a glance
- Open 6 days a week · Open Saturdays (11:00 AM – 5:00 PM) · Open Sundays (12:00 – 5:00 PM).
- The nearest other card shop is Matt's Basement: Anime, Comics, and More in Rockford, 0.4 mi away.
- Carries: Pokémon, Sports cards, Yu-Gi-Oh, Trading cards, Magic.
- Find Robin's Nest on Facebook.
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Robin's Nest reviews
Is Robin's Nest well reviewed?
Robin's Nest has a 4.0-star average from 215 Google reviews. The average for the 4 rated card shops in Rockford is 4.7 stars, so Robin's Nest is below the local average. Read the reviews on Google Maps →
Frequently asked questions about Robin's Nest
Where is Robin's Nest located?
Robin's Nest is located in Rockford, Illinois at 3925 E State St, Rockford, IL 61108.
What should I expect at Robin's Nest?
Robin's Nest is a local card shop in Rockford, Illinois. Expect a rotating inventory of singles, sealed wax, and graded cards, plus the kind of knowledgeable, personal service the hobby community relies on.
When is Robin's Nest open?
Robin's Nest's listed hours are: Monday Closed; Tuesday 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Wednesday 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Thursday 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Saturday 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday 12:00 – 5:00 PM. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead if you're making a special trip.
What other card shops are near Robin's Nest?
The closest are Matt's Basement: Anime, Comics, and More in Rockford (0.4 mi), Clyde's Comic & Fantasy Shop in Rockford (2.0 mi), Goblin Brain in Rockford (3.4 mi).
Card Shops near Robin's Nest
The closest other card shops to Robin's Nest, by distance:
Matt's Basement: Anime, Comics, and More
Clyde's Comic & Fantasy Shop
Goblin Brain
Top Cut Comics
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