Hours
| Mon | 10:00–17:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10:00–17:00 |
| Wed | 10:00–17:00 |
| Thu | 10:00–17:00 |
| Fri | 10:00–17:00 |
| Sat | 08:00–16:00 |
| Sun | Closed |
What to expect at Elite Sports Cards And Comics #2
Elite Sports Cards And Comics #2 holds a 4.3★ rating across 158 reviews — a reasonable baseline for a neighborhood LGS. Most visitors find what they came for, and the shop supports the everyday-player crowd without trying to be everything to everyone.
The shop focuses primarily on Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game, which translates into deeper inventory per-set, stronger event support, and a community of dedicated players rather than a diluted multi-game crowd.
Games at this shop
Below are the trading card games we've identified as supported at this shop, each with context about how that game plays and what to look for when you visit.
Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game (Yu-Gi-Oh!)
Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game, launched by Konami in 1999, delivers fast, complex turns that can resolve 20+ card effects in a single game-deciding play. The competitive scene runs Official Tournament Store (OTS) events at local shops, Regional Qualifiers for invitational tournaments, and the World Championship Qualifier circuit. Speed Duel format offers a simpler entry point for new players who want to learn without diving into decade-spanning card pools.
Yu-Gi-Oh! players at Elite Sports Cards And Comics #2 can pick up the latest Structure Deck or core booster set, grab singles for meta decks, and join locals if the shop runs OTS-sanctioned events.
Yu-Gi-Oh! rewards deep card-interaction knowledge — the meta moves faster than Magic, with banlist updates shifting viable decks every few months.
Event support here: World Championship Qualifier runs.
What to look for in this shop if you play Yu-Gi-Oh!:
- Konami banlist drops quarterly — always check before buying expensive staples.
- Structure Decks are the best value entry to any Archetype deck.
- Ask about Edison/GOAT nights if you prefer slower, vintage play.
Local context
With 158 reviews, Elite Sports Cards And Comics #2 is a known quantity in the Chicago card scene — not the biggest shop in town, but enough community weight that the staff will recognize returning players by name within a few visits.
At 3406A N Harlem Ave, the shop operates as a standalone independent — character-full spaces where the staff's taste shows through the inventory curation.
Evening-friendly hours at Elite Sports Cards And Comics #2 make this a practical weekday destination for players who don't finish work until 6 or 7pm.
Focused coverage on Yu-Gi-Oh! suggests Elite Sports Cards And Comics #2 has chosen depth over breadth. Specialist shops often stock harder-to-find singles for their chosen games and support competitive-level events rather than casual-only leagues.
First-time visit tip: browse singles first, ask staff about the most recent event turnout, and you'll have a sense within twenty minutes of whether the shop fits your play style.
Frequently asked questions
Current hours are: Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Sunday: Closed. Hours may change on holidays or around major TCG release weekends. We recommend calling ahead for same-day visits.
You can reach the shop by phone at (773) 413-7068. For questions about event schedules, inventory availability, or grading services, a quick call usually gets the most accurate answer.
Yes — their website is https://elitesportscardsandcomics2.com/. Most shop websites publish an event calendar, singles inventory search, and buylist rates. Check their site before visiting to confirm details.
Yes — Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game is one of the TCGs supported at this shop. You can expect sealed product (booster boxes, elite trainer boxes, starter decks), singles for deck-building, and typically event nights dedicated to Yu-Gi-Oh!. Call ahead to confirm current inventory.
Selling through a local shop usually requires an appraisal appointment. Elite Sports Cards And Comics #2 likely accepts both cash payouts and store-credit offers, with credit weighted higher. Large collections warrant a scheduled visit; bulk commons are typically weight-priced per pound.
PSA and CGC both allow bulk-submission partnerships with retail shops. If Elite Sports Cards And Comics #2 participates, you can skip the mail-in paperwork entirely — drop cards off, pay the fee, and pick up graded slabs 6-12 weeks later.
Play space is foundational for an LGS — expect tables, sleeving supplies, and timer setups. Availability varies: Fridays and Saturdays are packed with tournament play; weekday mornings are quiet for casual pod games.
Card shops are generally welcoming to players of all ages. Pokémon League sessions specifically target younger players, and prerelease weekends often include Junior-division brackets.
Check the shop's location on the map above for parking context. Chicago tends to offer free lot parking in outer neighborhoods and metered/paid parking closer to the center.
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Data about this shop is aggregated from public sources (Google Places, Wizards Play Network, Pokémon Play!, and our own verification). Hours, inventory, and event schedules can change; we recommend calling ahead before traveling. Shop owners: claim this listing to update information.