Experience · Glendale

Comic & Collectible Hunt with Lunch

Embark on an exciting treasure hunt for comics and collectibles at Drawn To Comics, a local favorite. Afterward, enjoy a casual and tasty lunch nearby, making for a fun and relaxed family outing.

A 2-hour Flynn Neighborhood afternoon plan for families — Drawn To Comics, Kiss the Cook Restaurant.

Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: $20–$50
Stops: 2 stops
Area: Flynn Neighborhood
Walking: Light walking · Total 1.1-mile driving route
Best time: 12:00 – 5:00 PM
Ideal for: Families · Kids · Solo

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The plan

1Drawn To Comics(1 hr)→
2Kiss the Cook Restaurant(1 hr)

Why this plan works

Every stop sits in Flynn Neighborhood, so the whole plan happens inside one neighborhood. Drawn To Comics is the main event and takes the biggest block of time; the other stops are built around it. Best suited to families, families with kids, and solo who want a planned Glendale outing without improvising between stops.

The story

Embark on an exciting treasure hunt for comics and collectibles at Drawn To Comics, a local favorite. Afterward, enjoy a casual and tasty lunch nearby, making for a fun and relaxed family outing.

The itinerary

2 stops, one great day

1
1 hr
Drawn To Comics
Shopping
Unpretentious shop selling current & back issues plus collectibles like T-shirts & action figures.
What to do — Explore this treasure trove of current and back-issue comic books, plus a variety of collectibles and fan merchandise that kids and adults will love.
1.1 mi · 5 min drive
Then Walk or take a very short drive for a quick and tasty lunch.
2
1 hr
Kiss the Cook Restaurant
Food & Drink · Flynn Neighborhood
Kitchen offering homestyle breakfasts & lunches with a Southern slant plus country-inspired decor.
What to do — Enjoy homestyle breakfasts and lunches with a Southern twist in a cozy, country-inspired setting. Perfect for a family meal after your comic adventure.

The route

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Planning this outing

Is this a good Glendale itinerary for families?: Yes. It's built for families, families with kids, and solo and runs about 2 hrs across 2 stops, starting at Drawn To Comics.
How long does this outing take?: Plan on 2 hrs door to door, including time between stops.
How much does this Glendale itinerary cost?: Roughly $20–$50 per person, before parking and tips. Free and low-cost stops are marked on each card.
Is this itinerary walkable?: Not entirely. The stops cover about 1.1 miles, so you'll drive or rideshare between at least one pair.
Do I need reservations?: No. Every stop on this plan takes walk-ins, though weekends move faster if you arrive early.

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