Edge Gaming and Collectibles

Bartlett newcomer where Pokemon trade percentages get praised, a Magic specialist is on staff, and the counter famously sells Hot Pockets next to the binders.

Edge Gaming and Collectibles is a newer shop on Stage Road in Bartlett, just northeast of Memphis, and early reviewers mention it hadn't been open long, a month or two at the time, but felt established the moment they walked in. One calls it their new Pokemon spot for the fair trade percentages, and several say the owners and staff are warm. If you're looking for Pokemon cards in Memphis and want a shop that values your trades, it's a promising stop.

The inventory mixes Pokemon and Magic cards with a wall of figurines ranging from anime to D&D, plus a Warhammer 40K display. Reviewers name the staff as specialists: Josh K is called a go-to for high-end and rare Pokemon, another Josh handles Magic, and a third staffer, Dante, is called trustworthy and energetic. Several tables in the back are set up for gaming.

And then there are the Hot Pockets. Two separate reviewers cite the shop's hot snacks as a reason to visit, which says something about the atmosphere. It's the sort of detail that tells you the owners want people to hang around.

Hours are late: weekdays run from 5PM to midnight, Saturday from 10AM to 10PM, and Sunday is similar, so it's a strong choice for after-work visits. Call 901-779-2896 for details, since there isn't a website, and ask for specific cards before you drive. Saturday is the day for a leisurely browse and a trade.