Alternate Universe

New Haven, Estados Unidos

4.3

Fechado agora

16 avaliações

Aceita Cartões de Crédito

Contatos

Código QR, vCard

Telefone
+1 203-562-0108
Endereço:
1181 Chapel St, New Haven, CT, 06511
Paradas e estações próximas de transporte público:
190 mA&A/180 York
250 m129 York
490 mPhelps
Categorias:
Código QR
Baixar imagem QR Baixar vCard

Mapa

Streetview

Ativar mapa

Informações sobre o negócio

Aceita cartões de crédito
Sim
Estacionamento
Rua
Estacionamento para bicicletas
Sim
Aces. Cadeira de Rodas
Não

Hoje

Hoje 11:00 – 19:00
Fechado agora
Horário local (New Haven) 08:44 quarta-feira, 18 de junho de 2025

Horário de funcionamento

segunda-feira 11:00 – 19:00
terça-feira 11:00 – 19:00
quarta-feira 11:00 – 19:00
quinta-feira 11:00 – 19:00
sexta-feira 11:00 – 19:00
sábado 11:00 – 19:00
domingo 12:00 – 17:00

Proximidades

Próximos a esta localização:
20
m
Gag Jr’s Liquor Shop
1183 Chapel St
20
m
Dunkin’ Donuts
1179 Chapel St
30
m
Jojo’s Coffee & Tea
1177 Chapel St
30
m
Gallery Raffael-Group W Bench
1177 Chapel St
30
m
Indochine Pavilion
1180 Chapel St
30
m
Est Est Est Pizza
1176 Chapel St

16 avaliações para Alternate Universe

Não exige registro
Classificação do local: 5
New Haven, CT
great place for comics and collectibles, i usually go there when i am in the area or if i have time from leaving my volunteer job at Yale new haven hospital i would stop by. really great place!
Classificação do local: 5
Middletown, CT
Just wanted to say as someone new to indy comics, Not only has Alternate Universe​has become my go-​to resource for recommendations but they have the most indy comics in stock of any store I’ve been to in Connecticut yet. Along with all the DC and Marvel you could ever want. Which is amazing for such a small store.
I live much closer to Hartford and discovered them by chance while in New Haven for business. I now schedule business in New Haven once a month just so I can visit them.
Classificação do local: 1
New Haven, CT
It is a shame that this cute little shop is run by such a rude and condescending man. I have come in multiple times with the excitement to pick up some new books, but left without purchasing anything due to the unhelpful and hostile nature of the owner (?). I was very excited moving to the neighborhood that there was a local comic shop right around the corner, but it is definitely worth the drive to stay away from this place.
Classificação do local: 5
New Haven, CT
Great shop with a friendly staff. I lean more towards a Magic nerd than a comic book guy but they’ve always got a solid collection for my needs. Willing to help you out with any questions and seem to always have the comics I do want to buy.
For such a small place they manage to carry a pretty big inventory. If you’re in New Haven I would definitely recommend this shop.
Classificação do local: 4
New Haven, CT
Great spot, good selection but they normally only keep a few copies of just-​released items and one or two copies of non-​new things (so sometimes you have to wait for another order to come in). The staff are friendly and knowledgeable but it is cramped in there, which isn’t conducive to browsing. I also wish they had a section specifically for Eisener-​wining and nominated books. Alternative Universe is the best I’ve seen in CT thus far. If they don’t have what you want, they’ll find it. I just wish they had all the things you might want to stumble upon (especially in the indie/​non-​superhero genre). Overall they’re still great though. I’d expand their store and give them the room to flesh out all genres more fully.
Classificação do local: 5
East Haven, CT
The consistency of comments in these reviews is well-​earned by Alternate Universe. Joe and Erik, the owners, have a passion for the medium. Their collective knowledge spans most of its history. They are always happy to talk shop, never condescending, and will try to find anything they don’t have in their considerable stock of current and back issues.
If you want the genuine experience of being in a comic book store, there’s no better place to go.
Classificação do local: 4
Hartford, CT
It’s hard to compete with internet pricing, but brick-​and-​mortar stores provide customer service and camaraderie that is quickly evaporating in today’s world. The staff here is always wonderfully friendly and knowledgeable. If you have something you absolutely need to find for the comic lover in your life, don’t hesitate to drop in…
Classificação do local: 4
Oakland, CA
I like this comic book store a lot. I’ve been to larger ones, having lived in Boston and New York, but this one is perfect in size and selection, especially for New Haven. I don’t want to have to drive all the way out to Milford so this is perfect in terms of location.
The staff is super helpful and knowledgeable and they also have figurines, cards, posters, back issues, and graphic novels. Standard.
They also have a nice amount of indie comics and small runs, which makes me happy. I love seeing small comic companies in shops. Support the art.
Don’t pass Alternate Universe up. Seriously, stop by and pick something up. Great shop.
Classificação do local: 4
New Haven, CT
Having been to most comic book shops in the area I can tell you that Alternative Universe is the best around. The shop is small but the selection is excellent and for the most part the staff is helpful. If your new to collection comics or an old pro this should be your first stop.
Classificação do local: 4
Sedona, AZ
Been to a lot of comic stores. it’s like an Atomic Comics stuffed in to 200 sq ft! (that’s a good thing)
Classificação do local: 5
Urbana, IL
This comic book shop is pretty small, but really densely packed. I’ve visited plenty of stores that are larger but offer a far less diverse selection. What do I like most about Alternate Universe? They carry small press comics (Fantagraphics, Drawn & Quarterly, and a smattering of others)!
That in itself would be reason enough for me to love this store, but there are plenty of other reasons to visit Alternate Universe. The staff are nice, and totally willing to engage in conversation with you or help you find what you’re looking for (or not, if you just want to browse). They also carry a somewhat random variety of collectibles, and it’s fun to look around the store and find strange things in every corner (Tim Burton color-​changing stain-​boy mug!?)
All in all, this is a pretty awesome comic book shop. You should visit if there’s even just a single nerdy bone in your body – you’ll have fun.
Classificação do local: 5
New Haven, CT
I needed to buy a Star Wars graphic novel for my 8 year old son to give as a present. I went to Barnes and Noble and struck out. I found this shop on Unilocal and boy am I glad I did. Super friendly, knowledgeable, helpful guy helped me make a great choice. Thanks again!!!
Classificação do local: 5
Astoria, Queens, NY
Basically anyone you ask is going to tell you how good this comic book store is. So, there’s no real reason for me to do it except because I want to.
Alt Universe carries a ton of comics, will order ones for you if they don’t have them, the staff there are friendly and helpful, and the place is really close to Yale’s campus (it’s basically on campus).
Basically, there’s a perpetual «this is a comic book store» party going on in there all the time forever redundancy. If you like comics and you’re in New Haven, you need to ask yourself why you haven’t stopped in there.
Classificação do local: 4
El Paso, TX
Support the local comic place! It’s your standard superhero shop BUT the owners keeps up a decent illustrated novel area + they are also knowledgeable and able to special order anything you might need. I’m a fan of this shop even though it’s the only game in the Have.’
Classificação do local: 4
Manhattan, NY
While it’s the only game in town for local comics and games, they do pack a good selection of favorites. They will also place orders for various game books and boxes, and carry a small RPG and CCG stock. The big jar of dice is a favorite for stocking up for a game night, and although they can be quiet the owners and staff will helpfully answer whatever questions they can.
Classificação do local: 5
North Haven, CT
Alternate Universe might be a little small, but they sure do pack a lot off good stuff on their shelves. The guys that work here are awesome and are willing to help you find whatever it is you are looking for. They stock all the new comics and also have a huge selection of back issues and indie comics. It’s nice to finally be able to shop at a comic store not filled with elitist fanboys.