The ComicStoresNearMe directory lists 12 verified comic book stores in Lexington, Kentucky. The best-rated, CM Games Lexington, holds a 4.8 rating across 475 Google reviews.
This guide ranks the highest-rated comic shops in Lexington by verified Google review score and explains what each one offers. For the complete, filterable list of every comic shop in Lexington — with addresses, hours, and services — see the Lexington comic shop directory.
Top-rated comic shops in Lexington
These are the highest-rated comic book stores in Lexington, ranked by verified Google review score. Ratings reflect data at the time of writing — tap any shop for current details, hours, and directions.
CM Games Lexington
475 verified reviews at a 4.8 rating. This shop on Nicholasville Road Store pairs new and back-issue comics with a tabletop gaming floor. See full details »
The Rusty Scabbard
A 4.7 rating across 457 verified Google reviews. This shop on Lane Allen Road pairs new and back-issue comics with a tabletop gaming floor. See full details »
Kentucky Roadshow
133 verified reviews at a 4.7 rating. The store on Romany Road buys, sells, and trades collections alongside its new and back issues. See full details »
D20 Hobbies
276 verified reviews at a 4.5 rating. This location on Southland Drive pairs new and back-issue comics with a tabletop gaming floor. See full details »
Legendary Games Lexington
313 verified reviews at a 4.3 rating. The store on North Ashland Avenue pairs new and back-issue comics with a tabletop gaming floor. See full details »
How to choose a comic shop in Lexington
With 12 shops in Lexington, it pays to match the store to what you collect. Follow ongoing series? Pick a shop that runs a pull list — a free hold service that sets your weekly titles aside so they never sell out before you arrive.
Hunting back issues and key issues is different. Check a shop's listing for its back-issue depth before you drive over. Some Lexington stores keep deep long-box inventory. Others lean toward new releases and trading cards. If you want to sell part of a collection, look for the shops tagged for buying and selling.
For grading, you do not have to ship books to CGC yourself. Many shops are authorized CGC drop-off centers, and our comic grading guide covers how submission tiers and turnaround work before you go.
Comic conventions and events near Lexington
Conventions are where Kentucky collectors find dealers, creators, and key issues all in one room. Browse our directory of upcoming comic cons and collector shows across the US and Canada to plan your next event near Lexington.
See all 12 shops: this guide covers the highest-rated stores. For the complete, filterable directory of comic book stores in Lexington — with addresses, hours, and services for every shop — visit the Lexington comic shop directory.
Frequently asked questions
How many comic book stores are in Lexington?
Lexington has 12 verified comic book stores listed in the ComicStoresNearMe directory. This guide highlights the highest-rated. The full list with addresses, hours, and services is on the Lexington directory page.
What is the best-rated comic shop in Lexington?
CM Games Lexington is among the highest-rated comic shops in Lexington, holding a 4.8-star rating across 475 verified Google reviews. The other shops in this guide also rank among Lexington's best by review score — compare them in the list above.
Where can I get comics graded (CGC) in Lexington?
Many comic shops act as authorized CGC drop-off centers, bundling submissions and handling shipping so you do not need a CGC membership. See our CGC drop-off guide to find participating shops, and our comic grading guide for how the process and service tiers work.
When do comic shops get new comics?
New issues arrive on New Comic Book Day — Wednesday in the United States. Most Lexington shops put the week's releases out Wednesday morning, and many offer a free pull-list (subscription) service that sets aside your titles each week. Subscribe to our daily feed to follow new releases and comic news, tagged #NewComicBookDay.