Antique store · Denver, Colorado

Fifty Two 80's A Totally Awesome Shop

1874 S Broadway, Denver, CO 80210

39.6827° N 104.9873° W

Fifty Two 80's A Totally Awesome Shop is an antique store at 1874 S Broadway, Denver, CO 80210.

About the shop

Fifty Two 80's is a small, single-owner vintage collectibles shop in Denver specializing in 1980s pop culture memorabilia, toys, and trading cards. The store features an impressive curated collection including action figures, Care Bears, Garbage Pail Kids, He-Man figures, trading card wax packs, and the largest vintage Denver Broncos collection. Customers describe it as a 'blast from the past' and 'time capsule' packed with nostalgia, offering fair prices and a welcoming atmosphere. The store includes playable Atari games and provides an interactive shopping experience. Owner Tony and Dede are known for exceptional customer service and local sourcing of inventory.

From directory research

Before you go

Mentioned in public reviews: Shipping available. Confirm with the shop.

What you'll find

1980s CollectiblesTrading CardsVintage Toys

Compiled by AntiqueStoresNearby from public listings and reviews

The particulars

Shop format
Single Owner ShopFrom directory research
Shop size
Small ShopFrom directory research
Price range
$$From directory research
Typical visit
Extended BrowseFrom directory research

What reviewers mention

Largely positive

Praised

  • Nostalgic experience and emotional connection to childhood memories
  • Excellent customer service and friendly, knowledgeable staff
  • Fair pricing and good value for vintage collectibles

Keeps people coming back

  • Authentic nostalgic experience that triggers childhood memories
  • Exceptional staff friendliness and helpfulness
  • Well-curated, organized selection of quality vintage items

Worth knowing

  • Very small space with tight walkways, crowded during busy times
  • Service dog policy issue (at least one documented incident of denial)
  • Aggressive negotiation tactics when buying collections from customers

Our analysis of public reviews — a summary of what people wrote, not a star rating. Tone: Highly positive and enthusiastic. Customers express joy, nostalgia, and emotional satisfaction. Phrases like 'blast from the past,' 'time capsule,' 'gem,' and 'national treasure' appear frequently. Most reviews convey genuine delight and recommend the store strongly..

Make a day of it

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