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| Monday | 12 to 6 PM |
| Tuesday | 12 to 6 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 6 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 6 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 6 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 6 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 5 PM |
About Toad Hall Books and Records
Toad Hall Books and Records is a comic book store located in Rockford, Illinois. Collectors visiting this location can find new weekly comic releases every Wednesday, an extensive back issue collection. Toad Hall Books and Records has been a Rockford landmark for more than 50 years, selling vinyl records, comics, vintage books, magazines, movies and posters. It also deals in stereo equipment and audiophile gear, and will try to special order items it does not have. Google reviewers most often mention its comics and old books, along with stereo equipment, memorabilia and cassettes. Toad Hall Books and Records is highly rated by the local collector community, earning 4.8 stars from 669 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for back issues, CGC-graded slabs, creator signings, local comic shops like Toad Hall Books and Records in Rockford are the heart of the Illinois collecting community. Visit Toad Hall Books and Records online or stop by in person to browse current inventory and ask about special orders.
Toad Hall Books and Records at a glance
- Ranked #2 of 5 rated comic book stores in Rockford by Google rating, weighted by number of reviews.
- Open 7 days a week · Open Saturdays (11 AM to 6 PM) · Open Sundays (12 to 5 PM).
- The nearest other comic book store is Clyde's Comic & Fantasy Shop in Rockford, 0.5 mi away.
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Toad Hall Books and Records reviews
Is Toad Hall Books and Records well reviewed?
Toad Hall Books and Records has a 4.8-star average from 669 Google reviews. That ranks #2 of 5 rated comic book stores in Rockford once the number of reviews is taken into account. The average for the 5 rated comic book stores in Rockford is 4.7 stars, so Toad Hall Books and Records is above the local average.
Frequently asked questions about Toad Hall Books and Records
Where is Toad Hall Books and Records located?
Toad Hall Books and Records is located in Rockford, Illinois at 2106 Broadway.
Does Toad Hall Books and Records sell back issues?
Yes, Toad Hall Books and Records 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 Toad Hall Books and Records?
Toad Hall Books and Records is a local comic book store in Rockford, 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 Toad Hall Books and Records open?
Toad Hall Books and Records's listed hours are: Monday 12 to 6 PM; Tuesday 12 to 6 PM; Wednesday 12 to 6 PM; Thursday 12 to 6 PM; Friday 11 AM to 6 PM; Saturday 11 AM to 6 PM; Sunday 12 to 5 PM. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead if you're making a special trip.
What other comic book stores are near Toad Hall Books and Records?
The closest are Clyde's Comic & Fantasy Shop in Rockford (0.5 mi), Robin's Nest in Rockford (1.6 mi), Matt's Basement: Anime, Comics, and More in Rockford (2.0 mi).
Comic Book Stores near Toad Hall Books and Records
The closest other comic book stores to Toad Hall Books and Records, by distance:
Clyde's Comic & Fantasy Shop
Robin's Nest
Matt's Basement: Anime, Comics, and More
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