Katy-area residents have a variety of pastimes. Whether collecting comic books, finding rare coins or tracking down misprinted stamps, our noncomprehensive guide has several locally owned and nonlocally owned options for enthusiasts.
1. 3rd Coast Cards
The card shop carries a variety of games. Board games can be specially ordered upon request. Weekly Magic the Gathering tournaments happen at the store each Friday, and all gamers are welcome. The business is attached to a snack bar and a smoothie bar.
20829 Kingsland Blvd., Katy
281-599-7050
www.3rdcoastcards.com
2. 8th Dimension Comics & Games
The business carries comic books as well as role-playing, card and board games. It also features a 750-square-foot game room for groups. Board game nights are monthly from 5-8 p.m. as well as a quarterly Lady’s Night event.
15210 West Road, Houston
281-856-6506
www.8thdimensioncomics.com
Bambu Katy[/caption]3. Bambu Katy
The drinks and desserts cafe offers video games for customers to play on-site. Regular board game nights are scheduled, during which products are available for purchase. Anime and manga artwork is available for purchase.
9555 Spring Green Blvd., Ste. E, Katy
832-559-0588
www.drinkbambu.com
4. Games Workshop
The retailer sells fantasy board games as well as miniatures for painting. Games Workshop products are also sold in the store. Tournaments are held about once a month and dates are listed online.
23730 Westheimer Parkway, Katy
281-347-0400
www.games-workshop.com/en-US/Games-Workshop-Village-Center
5. Heroes Collectables
The store offers a variety of card games and other pop culture paraphernalia. Board, card and role-playing games are available. The store hosts regular tournaments and other gaming events.
1801 S. Dairy Ashford Road, Ste. 120, Houston
281-497-0221
www.heroescollectables.com
6. Houston Sports Connection
The establishment has been in business for almost 30 years and offers a variety of sports memorabilia. Free appraisals for sports items are offered.
12280 Westheimer Road, Ste. 12B, Houston
281-589-9600
www.houstonsportsconnection.net/
7. Katy Budget Books
This locally owned store offers new and used books, e-books, audio books, toys and games. Readers may exchange used books for store credit, and special events are held at the store. Preschool-age book readings are held weekly.
2450 Fry Road, Houston
281-578-7770
www.katybooks.com
Katy Coin[/caption]8. Katy Coin
The store offers free appraisals of coins, currency and precious metals, which staff also buy and sell. The business can special order precious metals.
5365 First St., Katy
832-443-8509
www.katycoin.com
9. Katy Rock Shop
The retailer sells rocks, minerals and fossils as well as tools and books for minerology aficionados.
535 Pin Oak Road, Katy
832-437-4733
www.katyrockshop.com/
10. Odyssey Comics & Cards II
The business sells sports collectibles, including baseball and football cards. Pop culture items, such as posters and toys are also sold. Sports memorabilia and comic book appraisals are available.
2347 N. Fry Road, Katy
281-647-0255
www.facebook.com/pages/Odyssey-Comics-Cards/382765635245968?fref=ts
11. The Pop Culture Company
The business sells modern and vintage comic books, action figures and other collectibles. Events, such as art shows and special appearances, are listed online.
11319 I-10, Houston
281-798-0777
www.thepopculturecompany.com
12. Ray’s Sports Cards
This business offers brokerage services for sports cards and memorabilia, especially autographed and vintage cards. Services are available by mail or larger collections can be discussed during an appointment.
832-287-5166
www.rayssportscards.com/
13. Stadium Signatures
This store sells a variety of sports memorabilia with a focus on autographed items. Basketball, football, baseball, World Wrestling Entertainment and pop culture items are available.
5000 Katy Mills Circle, Katy
281-574-4704
www.facebook.com/staduimsignatures/
14. Tilt Studio
The arcade offers a variety of video games as well as an indoor fun zone with a Tilt-a-Whirl, laser tag, mini-bowling, mini-golf and a snack bar. Party reservations are available.
5000 Katy Mills Circle, Katy
281-644-2340
www.tiltstudio.com/locations/katy-tx/
15. Topper Stamps & Postal History
The business buys, sells and appraises stamp collections, covers, old mail and postcards. More valuable stamp collections can be sold on a consignment basis. The business is open by appointment only.
11210 Steeplecrest Drive, Ste. 120, Houston
832-518-6558
www.topperstamps.com
16. WatchTower Comics & Cards
The store specializes in golden and silver age comics, collectibles, custom art covers for comics and trading card games. The store also hosts a monthly book club.
12303 Westheimer Road, Ste. J, Houston
832-617-8846
www.wtcomics.com
