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| Monday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
About The Dork Den
The Dork Den is a card shop located in Mankato, Minnesota. The Dork Den in downtown Mankato is a game store for board games, card games and Dungeons & Dragons, with a play space for events. It sells Magic: The Gathering and Pokémon singles through TCGplayer and stocks Warhammer, minis and comics. Google reviewers most often mention the helpful staff, play space, comics and board games. The Dork Den is highly rated by the local collector community, earning 4.6 stars from 457 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for sports card rookies, PSA- and BGS-graded slabs, Pokémon singles, local card shops like The Dork Den in Mankato are the heart of the Minnesota hobby community. Visit The Dork Den online or stop by in person to browse current inventory and ask about special orders.
The Dork Den at a glance
- Ranked #2 of 3 rated card shops in Mankato by Google rating, weighted by number of reviews.
- Open 7 days a week · Open Saturdays (11:00 AM – 10:00 PM) · Open Sundays (11:00 AM – 8:00 PM).
- The nearest other card shop is Z's Cards in Mankato, 0.1 mi away.
- Carries: Yu-Gi-Oh, Trading cards.
- Find The Dork Den on Instagram, Facebook.
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The Dork Den reviews
Is The Dork Den well reviewed?
The Dork Den has a 4.6-star average from 457 Google reviews. That ranks #2 of 3 rated card shops in Mankato once the number of reviews is taken into account. The average for the 3 rated card shops in Mankato is 4.8 stars, so The Dork Den is below the local average. Read the reviews on Google Maps →
Frequently asked questions about The Dork Den
Where is The Dork Den located?
The Dork Den is located in Mankato, Minnesota at 603 N Riverfront Dr, Mankato, MN 56001.
What should I expect at The Dork Den?
The Dork Den is a local card shop in Mankato, Minnesota. 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 The Dork Den open?
The Dork Den's listed hours are: Monday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Tuesday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Wednesday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Thursday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Friday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Saturday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Sunday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead if you're making a special trip.
What other card shops are near The Dork Den?
The closest are Z's Cards in Mankato (0.1 mi), Bunk's Card Corner in Mankato (2.3 mi), S.I. Hobby in Faribault (37 mi).
Card Shops near The Dork Den
The closest other card shops to The Dork Den, by distance:
Z's Cards
Bunk's Card Corner
S.I. Hobby
Hubmen Sports Cards
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