Card shops in San Antonio
68 local game stores in San Antonio, TX. Each shop page includes hours, address, games supported, FAQs, and what to expect on your visit.
Card shop scene in San Antonio
San Antonio supports 68 local game stores — enough density that serious competitive players can rotate between shops for FNM, Pokémon League, and Commander night. Check each shop's event schedule to build a weekly play rotation that fits your schedule.
Game coverage in San Antonio skews toward MTG (68 shops), Pokémon TCG (68 shops), Yu-Gi-Oh! (62 shops). Most local shops carry the three majors — Magic, Pokémon, and Yu-Gi-Oh — with emerging games like Disney Lorcana and One Piece TCG appearing on an as-demand basis. If a specific game matters to you, call ahead to confirm current stock.
None of the San Antonio shops in our directory have verified WPN (Magic) or Pokémon League sanctioning yet. That doesn't mean they don't run tournaments — it means we haven't confirmed official-event status. Call the shop directly to check for weekly sanctioned events.
Community reviews for San Antonio shops average 4.65★ — a strong indicator that the city's TCG retail quality is above baseline. Player experience reports consistently well-maintained stores, engaged staff, and current inventory.
Highest-rated shop in San Antonio: Fabled Tavern at 5★ across 1,092 reviews. See the full list below, sorted by rating.
Buying and selling in San Antonio: Most San Antonio LGS shops accept buylist appointments (bring cards, get cash or store credit). Store credit typically pays ~30% more than cash. For grading drop-off (PSA, CGC, BGS), ask individual shops about bulk-submission programs — some shops reduce per-card fees by 30-50% by batching submissions with other customers.
All 68 card shops in San Antonio
Never Tell Me The Odds Games
Run Good Trading Cards and Collectibles
Momintum Cards & Collectibles
210 Retro Games
Legacy Comics and Collectibles LLC
Jojos Collectables
Ridemakerz
Fabled Tavern
Thirdspace
Eckman's Books and Collectibles
Warhammer
Duh Game Itch
ThePokeHive
Planet Otaku
Gotham Newsstand
Toy Hunters
The Goblins Den
Big Alpaca Comics
Court Of Gamers
Gamer's Gems
Knight Watch Games
Hill Country Hobby
Dibble's Hobbies
Boomtown Sports Cards and Collectibles
Buddy's Toys & Collectibles
Time2play
Heroes Hideout
Collectors Club by JuicedbyJR
Radio Control Headquarters
TCG Exchange
Dragon's Lair Comics & Fantasy
Multiverse Games
King & Country Texas/Kings X Toy Soldiers
Radio Control Headquarters
Nelco Comics
The Stash Spot (Vintage Comics and Hip Hop CDs & Vinyl)
Card Boyz
Flashback Video Games
Dragons Lair Comics & Fantasy at Alamo Ranch
Gamerz Pair-A-Dice
TCG Exchange @ BTC.
Pure Joy Toys
HobbyTown
Alien Worlds
Heroes' Retreat Gaming Lounge
Collectors Authority
Alien Worlds
BattlePub Games
Hobby Lobby
Nine Lives Books
Heroes & Fantasies
Geeked Out
Gamelot
Hobby Lobby
House of Cards and Collectibles
Hobby Lobby
Euphie's Cards and Collectibles
Shenanigans Gaming LLC
Comic Infinity
Knight Owl Gaming
Game Over Videogames
League of Villains
Al's Hobbies
Lvl Up!
Sports Cards Plus
Combat Power Gaming and Collectibles
USA TOY FACTORY
Game Over Videogames
Frequently asked questions about San Antonio card shops
68 card shops are currently in our directory for San Antonio, Texas. We aggregate from Google Places, Wizards Play Network, and Pokémon Play! APIs. Shop owners can claim listings to add hours, events, and photos.
Rankings depend on what you value — competitive tournament scene, casual Commander community, rare singles availability, or kid-friendly atmosphere. By public ratings, Fabled Tavern leads with 5★ across 1,092 reviews. Browse the full shop list below to pick based on your play style.
We haven't yet confirmed WPN-sanctioned Magic events in San Antonio. Check individual shop pages for event schedules.
No San Antonio shops in our directory currently have verified Pokémon League status. This doesn't rule out Pokémon TCG events — shops may run casual-league nights without the official sanction. Call directly to check.
Most San Antonio LGS shops accept buylist appointments. Bring your collection in, staff appraises, and you leave with either cash (typically 30-50% of market value) or store credit (typically 50-70% of market value). Large collections warrant a scheduled appraisal — call ahead to avoid long waits.
Most general-purpose LGS in San Antonio stock the three majors — Magic: The Gathering, Pokémon TCG, and Yu-Gi-Oh! — plus a rotating selection of emerging TCGs based on local demand. Disney Lorcana and One Piece TCG have grown into widespread pickups since 2023–2024. Check individual shop pages for verified game coverage.
Some shops partner with PSA, CGC, or BGS to batch-submit grading on behalf of customers. The per-card fee through a shop is typically 30-50% lower than direct individual submission. Availability varies; ask each shop directly.