Kaboodles Toy Store
Rating
Price
Free
Duration
20-40 minutes
Best Ages
0-10
About
Kaboodles Toy Store on West Broadway is the Kitsilano-area location of this popular Vancouver independent toy store. Like its Cambie Street sibling, this store stocks carefully curated educational, creative, and imaginative toys from quality brands. The selection includes building sets, science and STEM kits, art supplies, wooden toys, board games, puzzles, dolls, and outdoor play gear.
The West Broadway store is slightly larger than the Cambie location, which means a bit more space to browse and a wider selection in some categories, particularly outdoor toys and board games. Display toys are set up for kids to try, and the layout is organized enough that you can quickly find what you need.
Staff at this location are equally knowledgeable and helpful. They're great at recommending gifts for specific ages and will work within your budget. The store also offers gift wrapping, which saves time during birthday season.
West Broadway in Kitsilano is a convenient shopping strip with good transit access via the 99 B-Line. Street parking is metered, with better availability on side streets. The neighborhood is full of family-friendly restaurants, coffee shops, and other stores. Kidsbooks is just a few blocks east on Broadway, so you can hit both in one trip if you're in gift-buying mode.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Yes
Nursing / Changing
Not Available
Kid Meals
N/A
Setting
Indoor
Rainy Day
Great option!
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Weekday mornings for a relaxed visit
Wait Times
No wait
Nearby Food
West Broadway in Kitsilano has tons of options. Sophie's Cosmic Cafe is a kid-friendly classic. There are also Thai, Japanese, and Mexican restaurants plus bakeries within walking distance.
Why Kids Love It
Just like the Cambie store, kids love the open displays and hands-on toys. The West Broadway location is a bit larger, with more room to explore and a wider selection of outdoor toys and games.
Pro Tips from Parents
- Hit both Kidsbooks and Kaboodles on West Broadway in one trip — they're just blocks apart
- The outdoor toy section here is stronger than at the Cambie location
- Ask about gift wrapping — they'll do it for you, which is a time-saver
What to Bring
- A budget — having two great toy stores on the same street is dangerous
- A reusable bag for your purchases
- A list of ages and interests if you're doing birthday or holiday shopping
Cost Info
Free Admission
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
$0 to browse, $15-50 if buying toys
Tips to Save
- Same deals as the Cambie location — check the sale shelf and focus on the small items section near the register for budget-friendly picks under $10.
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Monday
- 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Saturday
- 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM

