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ToyQube
Category: Shopping Toy Stores Toy Stores [Edit]
37-06 Prince StFlushing, NY 11354
Neighborhoods: Downtown Flushing, Flushing
(718) 939-8605
- Nearest Transit:
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Flushing - Main St (7, 7X)
- Hours:
Mon-Thu 1 pm - 8 pm
Fri-Sun 12:30 pm - 8:30 pm
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- No
- Dogs Allowed:
- No
40 reviews for ToyQube
Review Highlights
"It carries blind boxes which is always fun for me."
(in 7 reviews)
"if you're looking for a cool vinyl shop in Flushing."
(in 19 reviews)
"...they have a lot of gloomy bear toys and yummy breakfast..."
(in 4 reviews)
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40 reviews in English
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Review from Angel H.
Queens, NY
1/14/2012 1 Check-in Here
Just when you thought you knew it all, along comes a store you've never heard of. I didn't even know Toy Cube existed. Well, that's all changed now. If I'm in the area and have the time, you bet I'm gonna be dropping by this shop more often.
It's true that the toys are a dollar more than the collector stores in the city. It's also true that they don't have more variety than the downtown businesses. Guess that's the price you pay for not traveling into Manhattan. The salesperson told me a lot of the store's clientele comes from Long Island. Still, just another reason for why Queens is sometimes cooler than Brooklyn. Not only is the borough a true melting pot, they have little charms like this place.
Too bad the automated kitty piggy band was $35 dollars, otherwise I've would've brought that in a heartbeat. Press the button, and a meow sound comes on. Then out of the box is half of a kitten's face, a paw swipes your coin, and it was that cute. Sometimes it sucks to have responsibilities.
Most of the urban vinyl toys here are for serious collectors, not really for children, but more teen and up. Better known as the store for adults that never grew up. Yeah, I'm one of those. Most of the brands they carry are Dunnys, Kubrick Be@rbricks, miniature Blythe dolls, a few bobble heads, Tokidoki. It mostly caters to the designer Japanese brands, and there's no horror-related items such as Living Dead Dolls. Although I did see a Ron English item in the display case. Of all the brands I've listed, most of them come in those blind "surprise" boxes. My first purchase here was a blind Gamera box.
Other information you should know about; they have bubble tea to replace the drool you've lost looking at toys you can't afford. The bubble tea isn't the greatest, but it'll pacify your friend who doesn't appreciate the slightly post-retro Rave vibe. Oh, and it's a ten dollar minimum on credit cards.
I've read the other reviews here, and yeah, if I was a more serious collector I would see their point. I'm just not as rabid as some others that I've known. As a matter of fact, I've kinda stopped collecting for a number of reasons. Responsibilities is something I've already mentioned. Finding space for these toys is another factor. I have no desire to be on that television show "Hoarders." Since I like living in a clutter free house and mind, something's gotta give. However, if eBay has screwed you over for the umpteenth time, Amazon is too pricey, and comic cons are not your thing, get off the computer and get some fresh air for a change by visiting this place. -
Review from Derrick L.
Queens, NY
9/22/2011 16 Check-ins Here
When I first heard about them, I went to check it out and I loved it. All the vinyl toys and figures, huge selection of blind boxes, lots of nice stuff on display, and all this right in Flushing. No more traveling to the city to buy blind boxes. I quickly signed up for their email list to find out about new releases and events. But just as quickly, everything went downhill. Some employees don't even help you out or care. You want to know about release dates, they just guess and don't even look it up. The items sold here are slightly more expensive (usually by $1 or so). They are constantly sold out of items that everyone wants. Why not figure out the demand and get more supply? You make more money that way! And when they do have what you want, most of the blind boxes are low in stock and they won't open a new case until all of the ones on display are bought up. WTF! Keep restocking and people will keep coming back to buy more to get the rare figures. Kidrobot already has the whole strategy figured out...Just do what they do. There are a lot of unique figures on display in the cases. Why not sell them? People will pay good money for them and the displays will constantly change which draws people back to look at the new items. Why can't pre-orders be taken in the store? I am always told to reserve online. What's so hard about me reserving it when I'm right in front of you? Fine, I'll do it online then. Suddenly, the release dates for my items keep getting pushed back. When am I ever going to get the items I reserved? Tsk tsk. There is bubble tea here. I tried the popioca (they are liquid filled tapioca balls that pop in your mouth) drinks. Ugh. Why would you do this to me? I basically threw a full cup of the drink away (It was a recommended drink too). Now, I avoid it. Be warned!
I really like the place and I want them to succeed. I just hope they fix some of the problems they have. I'm a loyal fan and follower from the beginning but I am losing faith...
PS - Please have more release events, trading events, and artist signings!
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I guess I was a little harsh last time. The owner is a pretty nice guy. Very helpful. The release date problem is not always their fault. Sometimes it's the manufacturers that need to get their stuff together and ship it on time!Listed in: I don't wanna grow up...
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Review from Linny F.
Flushing, NY
8/17/2011 11 Check-ins Here
Dear ToyQube:
I like ya, you're a cool place, but it's hard for me to shop here because...
1. Whenever there's a new series release, you're always fresh out. Sigh, this happens 100% of the time when Derrick L. and I come in to inquire about new Dunnys and this & that. Honestly, it's a bit disappointing so I stop trying.
2. When you're NOT out of stock, the boxes are usually slightly pricier than the stores in the city. Is this what happens when I try to save time & energy? So whatever I don't spend on transportation to get to the further places, I make up for it by paying extra here. Um... I don't know, mang...
I do have to hand it to you that you have very unique selections here that cannot be found elsewhere, especially the asian toys. And you have cool events that's setup and invited thru facebook group page. But the store staff in real life is usually quite cold... must be the Asian way...
I'll see ya when my friends make me drop by~
*Bubble tea bar in storeListed in: Just For Fun!
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Review from Anthony A.
Long Island City, NY
1/4/2012
One word, AWESOME. I work near this place and I collect alot of Be@rbricks and dunnys and this place is a treat. Friendly staff, they even make bubble tea ( I haven't tried it yet ). The only meh thing I can say about it is things FLY off the shelves here during the weekend. So grab what ever you want ASAP before it's gone. And I also wish they would sell all the items in the show case. But other that, it's a really cool place, a must go if you're in flushing.
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Review from Nohemi A.
Elmhurst, NY
10/9/2011 1 Check-in Here
Went in for my free sticker.. girl at the computer was not nice.. LADY if you posted something on yelp .. BE NICE ABOUT IT.. honor it NICELY.. rude ass
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Review from Superman L.
Ellicott City, MD
11/3/2011
Cool little toy store. A nice change up from the chains. Get sometime unique for your kids... like the automated kitten piggy bank.
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Review from Christina S.
New York, NY
3/24/2011
I love Toy Cube! I think it's one of my favorite stores in Flushing!
I am a huge Munny and Tokidoki person. They have a great selection.
It's also a fun place to look if you're waiting on line for the neighboring hot pot place. -
Review from Amy S.
7/25/2010
I like to stop in ToyQube whenever I'm in Flushing because they have a great selection of adult toys. No, not that kind of toy. I'm talking collectible vinyl figurines, blind boxes, and plushes from kidrobot, tokidoki, medicom and much more, including ToyQube's own line. I love that they have a lot of gloomy bear toys and yummy breakfast plushes (my favorites!). I'm also fond of ToyQube because they had this one plush that I was having trouble tracking down elsewhere. The staff is really nice and helpful, especially if you're looking for a particular item.
There's a cafe in the back that serves flavored teas and milk teas. Their milk tea is pretty average and you can definitely find better in Flushing. But one thing they have that other milk tea places don't is "popioca" which is gusher-like tapioca balls that have flavors inside (your choice of passion fruit, chocolate, or yogurt). If that sounds appealing, it's definitely worth a try. I won't be ordering from their cafe again, but the toys at ToyQube are enough for me to stop in.
If you live in the city, you can probably find the selection at ToyQube in other stores (kidrobot, myplasticheart, giant robot, etc) but if you're already in Flushing, you should definitely check out ToyQube.
4 stars for the toy store, 2 stars for the tea cafeListed in: Pearl Milk Tea (aka Boba Tea…
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Review from Lolia S.
San Francisco, CA
4/10/2008
Get your giant chicken drumstick pillows while they're hot! This shop also sells large mahjong tile pillows, sushi pillows, Chupa Chups pillows and lots of cell phone charms (about $5) including mahjong tiles, sushi, soft serve ice cream cones, popsicles, fried eggs, bananas, hamburgers and Poo Poo Bear. I didn't see any cupcakes and most of the food items aren't Chinese food, but I bet they'll get those in some day.
Poo Poo Bear is not Winnie the Pooh. He's from Hokkaido and he's proud of his healthy bowel movements: http://www.rebuildther...
Not surprisingly, they also sell tissue box covers, CD cases and luggage tags. They have Gloomy Bear merchandise and tofu memo pads. Love love love this impractical store.Listed in: Big Apple Picks from the…
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Review from Sonlay V.
6/3/2011
If you like expensive toy collectables come here. They have anything from Kid Robot to skateboards. Check it out.
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Review from David H.
Astoria, NY
9/19/2010
ToyQube has great vinyl and plushies. Ton's of blindboxes to choose from. They have lots of pre-painted stuff but I would like more d.i.y. to choose from.
Bubble tea was very tasty, but the popioca is not for me.
Only the main floor was open when we stopped in. Overall a very cool spot, i would go again for sure. -
Review from Winifred X.
Santa Clara, CA
11/24/2009
This is truly a hidden gem amongst the crowded and dirty stores in Flushing. My friend took me here because he wanted me to try their special "pop pearls".. I ended up getting an icy mango milk tea with yogurt flavoured pop pearls.
It's different from the regular tapioca pearls, and it's like the fish eggs but filled with sweet/sour syrup. (Probably a lot of calories but interesting experience nonetheless).
I was also browsing the store racks when they were preparing my drink (~$3.50 for a large 16 oz?, not bad compared to CA prices)... the toys are definitely interesting, some collector series.
In addition, the seating area is very clean and neat, different from all the surrounding shops. I will definitely come back here again. :) -
Review from Johnny Y.
Fresh Meadows, NY
4/27/2011
If your into the modern day american/anime art..this would be the place! It also has bubble tea! It's one of the few stores you have to appreciate. Due to the fact that we don't have many in NYC. The figures can be quite pricey. But, hey art is never cheap! I def. would recommend anyone around flushing to pay a visit. *slurp*
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Review from Rie Y.
Jamaica, NY
4/15/2010
I first went to this place with my boyfriend. We were talking about bubble tea and he brought up ToyQube. When he realized that i've never gone there and had their popioca, he insisted that we go after work.
I walked into the store and couldn't help but buy some of the adorable keychains that they have to offer. What surprised me was that they had Tokidoki and KidRobot items. Usually you would have to go to SoHo to get all that. They have tons of cute collectibles, vinyl toys, plushies, etc. Although their bubble tea may not be up to par with Ten Rens, their popioca is still something fun to have when you don't exactly want tapioca. Their items range from cheap to pricey. Definitely a place i'm going to go to again, especially for cute keychains. -
Review from Jen D.
11/17/2007
Plastic Food Toys!!!!!! I love Plastic Food Toys!!!!! I don't know why, but I do.
They have every kind of plastic Asian (mostly Japanese) toys you can think of like kidRobot!
And Plastic Food Toys!!!!!!! -
Review from Kristine P.
Sunnyside, NY
1/23/2009
They've left their corner retail space in the Flushing Mall for a newly renovated store-front location on Prince. It has a great new layout and design and more space to showcase and sell those vinyl toys. ToyQube also has a numerous selection of those addicting blind boxes.
What's great about the new location is that they've included a small cafe with a good amount of seating and very reasonably priced milk tea drinks (especially compared to the vinyl toys, heh). What's best of all is that they have this new topping for the boba called "popioca." Remember those Gushers fruit snacks growing up? They're just like that where they burst in your mouth but with the consistency of regular tapioca. It's apparently the only place that has them in the area (in the country? Can anyone vouch for this stuff in California?), so if you aren't into vinyl toys, but love boba, then you have to try it.
Anyway, the staff is very friendly, and the trek to Flushing is worth it. -
Review from Mary Q.
Boston, MA
6/27/2010
I'm basically the same kid I was over 20 years ago with one major difference, my toys got more expensive! That being said, I LOVE designer vinyl toys! I came across this place during a trip to Flushing and am in love.
ToyQube has a great selection of blind boxes (the ones where you have a 1 in 20 chance of getting the actual figurine you want), larger vinyl toys, and an assortment of small plushies! They have the main staples like Kidrobot and Tokidoki but even really obscure ones that I have never seen outside of Tokyo. Also a decent selection of Gloomy Bear toys. The walls are lined with a large selection of custom designs and limited editions which I'm pretty sure are for sale as well. Even if you don't buy anything, it's pretty awesome just to check out the art.
My only complaint is that the prices are a bit steep but you'd have a hard time finding some of these figurines anywhere else. -
Review from Jen W.
Flushing, NY
8/4/2009
This place is pretty cool. Its like kidrobot in queens for those who are too lazy to get on the train to go to the city. It also has bubble tea and a sitting area with signs that state specifically its for ppl who order drinks and food, and not for ppl who are squatting.
They carry a lot of toys kidrobot does, so for me it doesn't exactly impress me or cause me to go screaming about. It carries blind boxes which is always fun for me. I do like the selection of Tokidoki jewelry it has. It does have a lot of interesting stuff for you to look at and stickers galore. Who knew Mario was having a comeback?
My friend from Taiwan came back with keychains that looked and smelled like bakery items. Low and behold! This store carries it too! Complete with signs asking you not to eat it. Its a cool store for those in queens who don't want to go to Manhattan. -
Review from Jeska D.
Forest Hills, NY
3/14/2007
In the boom of the urban vinyl explosion, ToyQube is definitely one of several stores in New York that fills the niche for collectors. And, after having been to a good part of them in the city, ToyQube is without a doubt my favorite.
Even though it doesn't have the extensive selection that Toy Tokyo does, it's better selected, and not as cramped. I've left Toy Tokyo plenty of times without finding something I wanted to buy. I've never had that experience with ToyQube.
Totally worth the long ride on the 7. -
Review from Harmaa G.
Brooklyn, NY
7/23/2008
Its very hard NOT to spend all your money on these tiny designer toys.
I went into the shop thinking "Why the hell do people spend so much money on little toys, half of which are grab bags and you dont know which one is inside until you buy it and open it?!"
I left the shop with 30 dollars worth tiny boxes of miniture suhi and tokidoki pets; and you know what? Im going back to get more.
This is a cool shop. Tons of little toys in boxes, mini collecter sneakers, mini toys galore. Its a grown up toy store.
Go and buy yourself a mini designer toy! You deserve it! (and while youre at it buy me one too!)Listed in: Born to Shop
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Review from John W.
East Elmhurst, NY
6/20/2006
Located in Flushing Mall in Flushing, Queens. This is the only place where you can satisfy your vinyl toy needs in Queens. Similar to the other popular stores such as MyPlasticHeart, KidRobot and ToyTokyo, they have a very good selection of vinyl toys.
This is where I mainly go for most of my purchases as I have become friends with the owner there, after being a customer since they first opened. They take good care of their customers and provides a good range of the more popular toys at their disposal.
If you are in Queens, don't hesitate to stop by here. -
Review from Jeff C.
Somerset, NJ
7/30/2009
My favorite place for vinyl anywhere! I love the location on Prince St. and you can get some great authentic chinese food after shopping at Toy Qube.
The selection of vinyl is great, probably the best in all of NYC. The owner Keith is a really nice guy and always helpful. They sell different drinks and the popioca tea is amazing.
Definately worth the drive or 7 train ride out to Flushing. -
Review from kaNO k.
Elmhurst, NY
12/22/2008
ToyQube is totally worth the trip out to Flushing if your looking to check out a different type of Vinyl toy store, the owners are real cool peoples.
They carry a lot of classic urban vinyl such as, Michael Lau, Futura, Bearbrick, and Kaws. They also have a nice variety of shirts, hoody's and accessories.
Toyqube also runs there own production company like that of kidrobots, they produce there own toys, such as Sharky, Kanser, and the blindbox kaniza mini figures. They also have there own clothing line called Artist proof, Ladies if your looking for a modeling opportunity, here is your chance.
The new ToyQube sells bubble tea drinks, which is awesome to get your drink on while you snoop around at all the cool toys, plus the lounge area is downstairs decked out with toys, pretty cool stuff.
so I would say definitely hit up Toyqube after you get your Chow su pow and egg tart on.
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Review from Adam Z.
New York, NY
8/18/2009
ToyQube has a very nice selection of vinyl designer toys and blind boxes. This store closest resembles Kidrobot , more than any of the other designer toy stores. Interesting selection of blind boxes and small toys from kidrobot, to toyqube's own line to other Japanese brands. They didn't have some of my favorite blind boxes, Smorkin' Labbit, Potamus, or Domo's. I did pick up a Dunny figure though.
The snack bar is a bit odd in the middle of the toy shop but I suppose it's nice and I hear the food is good. I didn't try any. -
Review from Kelly P.
Bayside, NY
2/27/2010
ToyQube is a pretty cool place to hang out.
If you need gift ideas, they have countless of vinyls and plush toys here for everybody. They have things that satisfy everyone's taste: they have tons of cute and cool collectibles.
They also have little snacks and drinks here. They serve a variety of drinks from iced tea to bubble tea (which comes in interesting flavors like rose and taro.) Their drinks are a little pricier than Quickly's but still delicious. -
Review from Jennn k.
Flushing, NY
1/24/2011
Great toys, addicting to buy!!
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Review from steve p.
Mineola, NY
4/25/2009
These guys rock. Keith is the man.
love always
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Review from gav m.
Laguna Niguel, CA
10/6/2010
This place is awesome! Every time i order they have the hard to find goods. They always have the latest kaws vinyl's and Be@rbrick toys. they are my one stop shop for anything vinyl. They have super fast shipping and excellent tracking. Will most definitely make a stop the next time i visit NYC and go to flushing
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Review from Joolie T.
Brooklyn, NY
11/16/2007
my oh my.
gloomy bear, dunny, bape vinyls, sk8 accessories, stickers, clothing, keychains, etc.
my oh my.
if you're looking for a cool vinyl shop in Flushing... this place is a MUST-visit. it's spacious and carries a copious selection of collectibles. i'd go broke if i stayed here for more than an hour. the cashier guy was uber sweet and cute.
i ended up buying Julie K. a Gloomy Bear keychain. he's kicking a boy in the face! =) she bought me a fabulous Toki Doki skull bone t-shirt and i purchased a Dunny to decorate at home. -
Review from lora c.
New York, NY
Updated - 1/7/2009
They moved! I was walking down Prince and didn't realize they had changed locations but I'm glad I stumbled on it. They're still setting up but staff let me know that they are expanding with some cafe options and a downstairs bar/lounge.... Kinda cool, looking forward to seeing what that's like. Since I only stopped in to pick up a labbit blindbox (shoot, repeat) this review is really still kind of based on their old store/online store.... I'll update it once I revisit.
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Review from gaelen h.
Brooklyn, NY
7/22/2007
ToyQube is located in a funky mall. I've never been in a mall that's so flashy. On your way to ToyQube enjoy all that is the very colorful Flushing Mall.
ToyQube carries many blind box toys.
A decent portion of the shop is a gallery for toys. If you've never seen vinyl toys before and you are interested/curious you should totally check it out if you're in the area. I don't know if size matters but if it does they mainly have smaller toys on display, as opposed to High Five in Brooklyn that has a bunch of larger ones.
I'd say this is manly a store for vinyl, not plush. They do carry some plush (ie: little Gloomy Bears) I wouldn't go there looking for something specific.
Look up! There are quite a few products on the top shelves.
I couldn't give ToyQube five stars because while I was browsing their selection, although many items had prices on them, not everything was marked. It was kind of a disappointment. I really hate asking people how much things are, especially when I'm just browsing.
*The parking lot across the street is $3 for an hour! Don't stress about parking on the street, just go there.* -
Review from Georges L.
St. Petersburg, FL
6/24/2008
I made a list and map of a lot of toy stores before visiting NYC recently, and Toy Qube was definitely one of the better ones and worth taking the subway out to queens to shop at. The selection was great, better than a lot of the toy stores in manhattan. While I was browsing toys one of the owners also chatted with my gf and I and even recommended a great 'shanghai food' restaurant a few blocks away which was also excellent. I'll go back when I visit NYC again.
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Review from Robert A.
Queens, NY
2/5/2009
TOYQUBE is dope. Great 90's rap, Smith and Wesson like stuff, and vinyl toys galore with mad fancy figurines...but my review is about the new tapioca pearls filled with juice, chocolate or yogurt. I know you are probably laughing making 3rd grade jokes about about my review, right on, however I am willing to put myself out there to say that these new taps, exclusive to the Qube are bonkers. So go get your ass to the this hip-hop spot and get a green tea with some juicy chocolate balls, I know funny...AND I GUARANTEE YOU WONT BE SORRY.
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Review from Stefanie Z.
Short Hills, NJ
5/11/2010 4 photos
My friend who is a friend of the owner Keith...brought me to the grand opening party. It was GREAT! The store is unexpectedly big inside,...it's got 3 floors...basement is a lounge with dj and bar...first floor is toys ...and 2nd floor is apparel..I love to just lounge here and drink the bubble tea...but I always end up spending all my money here haha
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Review from Louis W.
Flushing, NY
3/20/2009
They used to be located within Flushing Mall on the second floor, but they moved to Prince Street, about a block from the Mall and now have their very own store. The new place has less floor space, but it's taller and it now has a cafe in the basement. Great place for vinyl and designer toys from Europe and Japan. They have a nice collection of small sneaker and kicks replicas, complete with tiny shoe laces. They used to also sell rare Nikes and Addidas kicks back in their old location but not now. Still selling shirts. Definitely only a few stores like Toy Qube in the NYC area, let alone Flushing, so I'm glad its here!
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Review from Peter G.
Brooklyn, NY
1/11/2010
A great place for vinyl toys, t-shirts, and fun stuff. Keith (the owner) is a great guy, and he designs some nice toys himself (look out for Sharky and Kaniza). You can get a snack while you're there, and eat some great food in the neighborhood afterwards. There's a particularly excellent selection of minifigures here - I have found blind box toys here that I have not seen anywhere else in the city. I make a trip here whenever I can.
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Review from Jenny F.
Updated - 8/17/2009
I love the new location complete with a small snack bar. There is still a great collection of toys but now there is an added bonus of tasty bubble tea and also fried balls of squid. I had a large lychee and lemon bubble drink and it was pretty amazing. That flavor combo is a new favorite when it it is too hot out for a milk tea.
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Review from Simo Z.
Fresh Meadows, NY
3/3/2008
ToyQube totallyyy does not fit in with the rest of Flushing mall with the looks and such, but it's worth a going if you are near.
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Review from Jessica J.
Emeryville, CA
6/3/2009
I ordered a number of things off of their website for xmas stocking stuffers (I know, I know-- I'm totally late in leaving this review)-- and was surprised at how quickly everything came! I would totally buy from them again. :)
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Review from tony t.
Bronx, NY
1/5/2010
so i've been here a couple of times here and there when there's a new toy release i've really wanted. the gallery shows here are pretty nice and the artists themselves show up for opening night.
if you like bubble tea you should check them out, there popioca is a treat to try out.
