5. Forbidden Planet
Located on 832 Broadway in Union Square, Forbidden Planet is one of the world’s largest comic book, graphic novel and collectible retailers. Located next to The Strand, it is known to be a treasure spot for comic and science fiction lovers. While the shop offers new and recent editions of popular graphic novels and comic books, it also provides rare copies of certain issues in addition to memorabilia, toys, board games, playing cards and apparel featuring anime characters and pop culture figures.
Forbidden Planet has been around since 1981, and patrons can not only visit the brick-and-mortar store, but also order items from its official mailorder webstore for delivery.