Amato's Toy and Hobby Middletown 395 Main Street, Middletown, CT 06457

"Wow this store is incredible. A great selection of new and older Gundam model kits. I’m a very happy customer and will be back for more models kits"

"Amato’s Toy and Hobby is a great, old school, toy store. Once upon a time, we had an Amato’s in New Britain, but that one eventually closed and was torn down. For this reason, I appreciate this store that much more. Besides toys, it is a hobby store too, so if you’re into trains or perhaps models, you are bound to find something that you like here. Parking is available on the street and there are meters, so you may want to bring some change. During the holidays, they get super busy and parking could get tricky as it did for me yesterday. That is when I discovered that there is a parking lot behind it that is accessible from Washington Street. Behind that is a public parking lot with meters (you’re still going to want to bring change) that is accessible the same way. Both of the parking lots will give you access to the rear entrance of the store. The staff here is both friendly and helpful. This place is definitely worth a look…"

"Wow!!! This place in STOCK FULL of new and exciting toys. Everything from fidgets, to Legos to Vintage Trains. They even have a new Hogwarts section. Almost too much stimulation for a patron lol. Anyways, this place is way BETTER than any Big Box store. Yes, it is pricey, but it’s really worth it, not only for the great selection of toys, but also for the experience the kids get. Follow me for for more reviews!"

"Amato’s is the classic American toy store in business since 1940. At the holidays, they have an amazing display of trains that’s like a museum! There are several different displays including a classic train town, playmobil masterpiece, Christmas town, and two LEGO displays. The store is kind enough to allow people to view these displays and their museum of classic trains and erector sets for free. They do ask for a donation to the food pantry to be model citizens and helpers in their community. Upstairs there are tons of toys including models, collector items, STEM toys, and the usual items like Melissa and Doug and LEGO. You can find unique toys you winter find at big box stores or on Amazon."

"Paradise for children! This is a gorgeous, traditional store that will make you spend way more than you planned. And you won’t even regret it, it is a great experience! The variety of toys, old fashion and new toys, is amazing. I absolutely love that they have a book room, also a huge basement with many rooms and various and creative display where trains fly on tracks. I definitely noticed that all the kids visiting that day, including my own, were in awe."