The NYC Birthday Gift Guide: Where to Score the Coolest Presents.
Blue Ribbon General Store Perfect place for quirky gifts, from craft kits to eco-friendly fun. 232 Fifth Avenue (bet. President & Carroll),
Brooklyn
Books of Wonder A storybook sanctuary with classics, collectibles, and signed editions galore. 42 W 17th St, New York, NY 10011 booksofwonder.com FAO Schwarz Iconic, over-the-top, and totally birthday- worthy. 30 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10111 faoschwarz.com LEGO Flagship Store A brick-lover’s paradise, from mini sets to massive builds. 636 Fifth Ave, New York, NY 10020 lego.com Stationery & Toy World Part stationery shop, part toy trove, party art supply merchant. 125 West 72nd Street, New York, NY 10023 stationeryandtoy.com Birthday parties in New York City come fast and furious. Luckily, NYC is overflowing with indie toy shops, beloved bookstores, and quirky boutiques where you can find something thoughtful, fun, and party-ready - often faster than it takes to RSVP “yes.” Here’s our borough-by-borough guide to the best places to grab a birthday gift with personality.
Little Things Toy Store Tween to senior store with everything from classic board games to science kits and stuffed animals. 146 7th Avenue, Brooklyn, New York 11215 littlethingstoystore.com Little Things Toy Store Toddler and children toys for sensory development, educational activities, and roleplay. 159 7th Avenue, Brooklyn, New York, NY 11215 littlethingstoystore.com Books Are Magic A go-to spot for beautifully curated kids’ books that make perfect birthday gifts. 225 Smith St, Brooklyn, New York, NY 11231 122 Montague St, Brooklyn, Greenpoint Toys Indie toy joy in the heart of Brooklyn’s coolest neighborhood. 738 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn, New York, NY 11222 greenpointtoys.com Boomerang Toys Brooklyn mainstay with puzzles, plushies, and everything in between. 119 W Broadway, Brooklyn, New York, NY 11211 boomerangtoys.com New York, NY 11201 booksaremagic.net
Brooklyn, New York, NY 11215 blueribbongeneralstore.com
Your borough-by-borough cheat sheet to New York City’s best toy stores, bookshops, and quirky boutiques for kid-approved birthday presents.
E & J Boutique A treasure trove of vintage and modern toys, collectibles, and trading cards. 6906 Fort Hamilton Pkwy, Brooklyn, New York, NY 11228 facebook.com/EandJBoutiquebrooklyn Greenlight Bookstore An independent bookstore with a vibrant children’s section. 686 Fulton St, Brooklyn, New York, NY 11217 greenlightbookstore.com Troubled Sleep Independent bookstore in Park Slope offering a curated selection of new and used books. 129 6th Ave, Brooklyn, New York, NY 11217 www.instagram.com/troubledsleepbooks Clever Monsters From books to puzzles and educational games, from dolls to coloring books, building block sets, magic kits & so much more! 1780 Sheepshead Bay Road, Brooklyn,
Manhattan
My Little Sunshine A stylish boutique with gifts that are as chic as they are kid-friendly. 145 Hudson Street, New York, NY 10013 mylittlesunshinenyc.com Kidding Around A toy store with heart, humor, and a little bit of magic. 60 W 15th St, New York, NY 10011 kiddingaroundtoys.com Toy Tokyo For the cool kid who’s into Japanese imports and anime, and action figures. 91 Second Ave, New York, NY 10003 toytokyo.com Grandma’s Place A Harlem gem where every toy feels lovingly handpicked by Grandma herself. 84 W 120th St, New York, NY 10027 grandmasplaceinharlem.com
New York, NY 11235 clevermonsters.com
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