Docking Bay 94

I’m going to write about a couple of brick and mortar bastions of gaming goodness in this post and next. First up is a local South Florida spot called Docking Bay 94. I’m sure most of those reading this blog know that reference and if you don’t, go ahead and google it. This store was once known as Lost Realms and located just north of its newer digs on State Road 441 near the Broward and Palm Beach county line. John, the owner, is the embodiment of your FLGS proprietor. I’ve seen him navigate through the spills and thrills of hobby store ownership for years and he is still as friendly and helpful as Day One.

Docking Bay 94 is a well organized and clean store. The white tile and scrupulously arranged shelving and displays give the curious browser an uncluttered feel even though all available space is utilized. The store itself has some space set aside for a few gaming tables. On weekends you will find your usual gathering of CCG players and sometimes an RPG group or two. Certain evenings you will also see Clix and Warhammer. The overall selection in the store is good with a fair mixture of comics, board and card games, miniature paints, statuary, and a wide variety of general geekery.

The number of board games for puchase at any one time is limited to hot selling and popular titles. This store is not the place to look for an older title or niche genre of game. However, if you are the sort that likes ordering through your local store the staff is happy to oblige. Tuesday is board gaming day, bring your own or get a chance to try out a title before you decide to purchase. If you need a Magic: The Gathering fix or to stock up on the latest expansion you can find your needs satisfied. Pokemon or Yu-Gi-Oh fan? Both league and sanctioned play happens here.

If you are in the South Palm Beach or North Broward area, or even just passing through, make a stop at the shop and you will get a warm welcome from one of South Florida’s veteran hobby game establishments, Docking Bay 94.