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Alleycat Comics
Comic Book Store and Bookstore
Andersonville, Chicago
"...krakoom...? I think not."(2 Tips)
"Check out the rack of local comics near the back."(2 Tips)
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Wish they had more indie, but not bad overall. The storage units for the back issues are really nice to look through. Everything is so CLEAN!!Upvoted Sep 15- I have since decided this is the best comic book store in the city. Mostly because of the people: knowledgeable yes, but not pretentious. It's a very inviting and fun atmosphere they've created.
Check out the rack of local comics near the back. Lots of cool zines still being put out in the Chicago area. Makes for good stocking stuffers too.
BellyCardAugust 28, 2012Tucked away in a little corner in Andersonville, there is a store called AlleyCat Comics. Check in w @bellycard & get a free $1 comic, punch a staff member in the stomach or receive a $20 gift card
Jon ZambranoAugust 4, 2012The owners were incredibly nice! That tiny unassuming entrance leads to a fantastic store. Can't wait to go back!
Patric HoehnkeJuly 18, 2015A hidden gem of a comic book store. Events, great selection, staff/owners always give great advice, and are super friendly!
Andersonville Chamber Of CommerceNovember 30, 2012My husband loves it when we can stop here - a great place to celebrate his (not so inner) nerdiness.
What a great little store in Andersonville! Just north of starbucks on the west side of clark.
Matt DickerAugust 28, 2018Quote from my wife...”this is the only comic book store I’ve ever been in where I don’t feel like a curiosity for being a woman.”
- ...krakoom...? I think not. Just became mayor of this wonderful establishment ;)
KRAKOOM!!! what's that!? Oh that's me being mayor again. You can call me your honor! Eat it Selene!!
Ask the owner, Nick, what his favorite Spider-man comic is.
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Tucked behind a narrow alleyway, we’re a local comic book shop where anyone interested in comic culture is welcome. Stop by today!
Closed until 11:00 AM tomorrow (Show more)
- Mon–Sat
- 11:00 AM–7:00 PM
- Sun
- 11:00 AM–3:00 PM
(773) 907-3404
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- 7.0
"HUGE $1 comics section with the most-wanted titles. Great staff too. It’s not as close as my neighborhood comic stores, but it’s my new favourite."
Stephen Román - 8.8
"Very impressed with the customer service. I had a list of old issues and they were able to find many of them- all in great condition. Will definitely be back!"
Jenn Bacall 
"Zach is awesome, he loves comics and he’s super friendly and helpful. None of that comic book store aloofness here. Love this location."
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