Dave & Adam's Card World
Location:
8075 Sheridan Dr
Clarence, NY 14221
Phone:
716-626-0000
From the Store:
Clearance cases, boxes & packs trading cards while supplies last! Shop now and see why collectors choose Dave & Adam's
Pros:
Legit, established, and huge online footprint: Google’s merchant page shows a 4.8/5 store rating across ~5,180 reviews; eBay indicates Top Rated Seller status with 7,190 positive / 21 neutral / 25 negative feedback in the last 12 months and 99.6% overall, which is elite for the hobby.
Fast shipping & careful packing are frequent wins: Positive eBay feedback repeatedly calls out speed, communication, and over-packing; Reddit threads and Facebook hobby groups also describe smooth fulfillment.
Breadth of inventory (sports, non-sport, TCG) with steady deals: Regulars highlight selection and periodic specials; YouTube/warehouse tours underline scale.
Clear shipping/price signals on Google. Google’s store page surfaces competitive-pricing and shipping-speed insights that compare favorably within the category.
Cons:
Pricing can sit on the high side vs. other majors/LCS: Multiple buyers on Reddit and Facebook say boxes and some singles are often pricier than competitors; advice is to comp in real time and shop around.
Returns are limited: Google’s merchant page flags “No returns for most items.” That’s common for sealed product—but it’s stricter than some rivals; know the policy before you rip.
Mixed public chatter when something goes wrong: BBB shows 11 complaints in 36 months (4 in last 12 months); Trustpilot (US) includes recent 1-star posts about order issues/condition disputes. These are a small fraction of total transactions but worth noting.
In-store Yelp signals are relatively thin and mixed: Buffalo-area listings have modest review counts and middle-of-the-road star ratings vs. the very strong Google/eBay signal online.
Occasional negative anecdotes online (packaging, mystery items): Scattered Reddit/Yelp posts describe disappointments (e.g., packaging complaints or mystery-product experiences). These are not the norm but do appear.
The Bottom Line:
Dave & Adam’s is a long-running, high-volume retailer that delivers a predictable online experience: deep selection, fast shipping, and professional fulfillment. If you value convenience and breadth, they’re a safe bet. If you’re price-sensitive, compare across majors and your LCS before you check out—and understand the tighter return posture on sealed. Store visits in Buffalo are fun for the scale alone, but Yelp signals are thinner than their massive online reputation, so manage expectations and comp as you browse.
