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| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 12 to 7 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 7 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 7 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 5 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 4 PM |
About Atlas Comics
Atlas Comics is a comic book store located in Chicago, Illinois. Collectors visiting this location can find new weekly comic releases every Wednesday, an extensive back issue collection. Atlas Comics on Chicago's northwest side is a back issue specialist with tens of thousands of priced and catalogued vintage comics and magazines, covering Golden through Modern Age books. It also runs a free pull-and-hold subscription service for new comics and buys collections, comic art, old comic strips and movie memorabilia. Google reviewers most often mention its helpful staff, back issues and knowledgeable owner, plus Silver and Bronze Age comics. Atlas Comics is highly rated by the local collector community, earning 4.8 stars from 117 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for back issues, CGC-graded slabs, creator signings, local comic shops like Atlas Comics in Chicago are the heart of the Illinois collecting community. Visit Atlas Comics online or stop by in person to browse current inventory and ask about special orders.
Atlas Comics at a glance
- Ranked #10 of 22 rated comic book stores in Chicago by Google rating, weighted by number of reviews.
- Open 5 days a week · Open Saturdays (12 to 5 PM) · Open Sundays (12 to 4 PM).
- The nearest other comic book store is Elite Sports Cards And Comics #2 in Chicago, 2.4 mi away.
- Find Atlas Comics on Facebook.
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Atlas Comics reviews
Is Atlas Comics well reviewed?
Atlas Comics has a 4.8-star average from 117 Google reviews. That ranks #10 of 22 rated comic book stores in Chicago once the number of reviews is taken into account. The average for the 22 rated comic book stores in Chicago is 4.6 stars, so Atlas Comics is above the local average.
Frequently asked questions about Atlas Comics
Where is Atlas Comics located?
Atlas Comics is located in Chicago, Illinois at 5251 N Harlem Ave.
Does Atlas Comics sell back issues?
Yes, Atlas Comics maintains a back issue inventory. Visit or call to ask about specific issues, runs, or keys you're looking for.
What should I expect at Atlas Comics?
Atlas Comics is a local comic book store in Chicago, Illinois. Expect new releases, back issues, graphic novels, and a knowledgeable staff who can help you discover new titles or track down specific issues.
When is Atlas Comics open?
Atlas Comics's listed hours are: Monday Closed; Tuesday Closed; Wednesday 12 to 7 PM; Thursday 12 to 7 PM; Friday 12 to 7 PM; Saturday 12 to 5 PM; Sunday 12 to 4 PM. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead if you're making a special trip.
What other comic book stores are near Atlas Comics?
The closest are Elite Sports Cards And Comics #2 in Chicago (2.4 mi), Howling Pages in Chicago (2.9 mi), Aw Yeah Comics in Skokie (4.3 mi).
Comic Book Stores near Atlas Comics
The closest other comic book stores to Atlas Comics, by distance:
Elite Sports Cards And Comics #2
Howling Pages
Aw Yeah Comics
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