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Hot Topic
100 Columbiana Cir Space #1286, Columbia, SC 29212, United States
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Co
Review №1

Staff always helpful and friendly, if Hot Topic is your store then come here

Ho
Review №2

Great selection of anime and other pop culture merchandise. Even on Black Friday it was not that bad of a wait to get inside. Highly suggest checking this place out if youre in the area. Here is a sample of items that they have.

Ha
Review №3

Surprisingly the most anime-centric hot topic I have been to. If youre looking for music clothing there are better hot topics in south Carolina, but if you like anime this is one of the best for clothes! I was very impressed even though I couldnt afford to buy anything.

ch
Review №4

I like going here a lot, Im not complaining but I would like to see some death note and maybe some one piece merch around, anyways like always I enjoyed it very much!

Ve
Review №5

Friendly service, answered all questions promptly and were knowledgeable. Love the staff. Keep up the great work, will return to mall for only this and Spencers as I am a 30 year old nerdy male.

Ch
Review №6

First time going in here. Customer service was great. Cool little store

Ab
Review №7

Literally my new favorite store I would buy everything if it werent so expensive 😭

Sk
Review №8

Most friendly customer service I have come across since beginning of COVID. They kept COVID Protocols and all the people working in there were very nice and wanted to talk about the shirts my friend and I were getting which as a music lover, I appreciate! Ive loved this location since first coming to it in 2015 and will keep coming back!

M&
Review №9

Great prices on Poo Funko!

St
Review №10

Very kind! The young lady at the register outside the store was awesome! You do not see people be so nice anymore. ☺️

Wi
Review №11

Had the funko pops I was hunting for. Have wonderful employees.

Ma
Review №12

I had ordered a Disney sweatshirt and it came as a shirt. I called and I got a refund and the money in my account to get a new one. But it still came as a shirt. So of course I called again and apparently the ID# was wrong. But Diana in customer service spoke to me and told me that she would get the company to change the ID# and about a week later she takes the time to call me and tell me that the problem is fixed and a sweatshirt is on the way to my house. I’ve dealt with customer service a lot but Diana in customer service is absolutely the best. Hot Topic has always been one of my favorite stores but going above and beyond like this makes them the best.

Pa
Review №13

Not crowded, kids love it

Jo
Review №14

They have cool things to look at and buy.

Pr
Review №15

Great place to shop. Always have the latest merch

pa
Review №16

Great customer service and wonderful selection

Br
Review №17

Not really thing I want buy but kool little store

Jo
Review №18

Grace and Nora were great!!! I didnt catch the girls name at the door, or maybe I forgot it. But she was great too. Love the staff there, everyone was so friendly and helpful!

Ma
Review №19

They have a lot of different things! Its an experience!

hi
Review №20

Great items, pricey but always ask about deals

Ri
Review №21

Needs more cowbells....and hoodies that have something other than old school rock bands on them. I request GURR hoodies so maybe theyll catch my drift!lol All employees I talked to here were awesome and helpful!!

Gi
Review №22

My kids love this store!

Ri
Review №23

Brought my 2 year old. They were very welcoming.

Br
Review №24

Cool shop for all things unique.

Ch
Review №25

They play amazing music while you shop and the workers there never judge you, they offer suggestions on what youre buying without being intrusive

GL
Review №26

They had some pretty awesome anime shirts that I like and a couple hoodies of of sorts that is it

Am
Review №27

The employees were extremely helpful.

Tr
Review №28

I love hot topic but I really wish yall had a bigger store.

Je
Review №29

My daughter loves hot topic (lets not lie, I love it too). The only thing that could be better is the space. Its very hard to move around without running into everyone and everything. They have a huge selection and sales, all of the time. Its the only place we can find what my daughter likes. The staff are great and helpful. We are always greeted and told about the deals they have at the time. We will continue to shop here for as long as they are around. Their online store is amazing too and the free shipping if you spend a certain amount, is a plus.

Mi
Review №30

Good place too shop for noveltys excellent source

Ri
Review №31

Masks required. Limited number of people allowed in at a time. Very nice employees. Upbeat. Still a great selection of tees and pop culture items. Buy o e tee get 2nd half off. Not bad!!

Ca
Review №32

A lot of things to look at...makes the store seem cramped but we dont mind.

Ke
Review №33

Typical Hot Topic but this location seems too cluttered

Sa
Review №34

Nice and helpful employees, good selection of clothing and accessories

Ca
Review №35

I didnt find what I was looking for but visiting this store is always great.

Me
Review №36

Store was not over crowded and staff was friendly. The confusing part was the door arrangement.

Ki
Review №37

Kudos to the staff and new manager at this store. Shopped during the holiday season and the store was clean, organized and clutter free. The staff was friendly and helpful. Will shop here again.

Kr
Review №38

The store was clean and well organized. I was greeted as soon as I walked in and was able to find what I was looking for quickly. They had a great selection of band and graphic tees. The sales person was very nice and knowledgeable about the products.

ca
Review №39

Everyone was nice and polite.

Le
Review №40

Love this store for the Pops!! I have found so many of my favorite little friends here. The staff has always helped me locate an item even if it is at another store. Look Hot Topic is where you get all your nerdy pop culture gear and merch. If you are a nerd or have one in your life this is the place to be.

St
Review №41

The staff is always helpful and super friendly. We love coming here. Always great deals.

An
Review №42

Best shirts and lovely merch

GL
Review №43

Saleman with Green hair was on point with his sales recommendations and letting us know what was going on in the store. Also explained in detail the extra cash after the sale. Very much appreciated. Even went into detail to explain the job to my soon to be 16 yr old when she inquired. Thank you for taking the time

Sy
Review №44

Really disappointed in the customer service. I made an order over two weeks ago that shipped to store. All items were in stock (even the girl at the store who ordered said they were) part of the order shipped. One item didn’t so I contacted seeing if I could get the order shipped to my house since I would be leave to go out of state for a two week period. The customer service agent was quick to just deny anything but me just waiting. There should be a way to cancel an order that has been processing over two weeks. The experience with the agent was so negative I closed my account with hot topic that I’ve had for over 7 years.**the ladies at the mall were fantastic and helped as much as they could!! But online customer care needs to be fix especially if people can order in stores and have it shipped there

Ka
Review №45

Only place around that has cool stuff relevant to cult classic movies as well as newer apparel etc. Been going there for 15 years!

Ma
Review №46

My daughter loves this place. My only complaint is that the store is too small. You cant look at all the items comfortably without having to constantly move out of other shoppers way. Nice staff and some neat items, they just need a bigger space.

Ka
Review №47

Love hot topic. Great friendly workers and they have cool things. A little expensive but its still a great place

Tr
Review №48

The employees here are sometimes not helpful. They like to fool around a lot and feel like helping a customer is so much work. Thats just rude and uncalled for. Not to mention there are always cloths all over the ground.

Fr
Review №49

I love that the store has an ever rotating stock to keep up with current pop culture and is appropriate for multiple age levels. In all the many years my daughters and I have been frequenting the store, we have never had an unpleasant experience - the staff ALWAYS makes us feel welcome and works to help us find what were looking for.

Ka
Review №50

One of my favorite stores. If you dare to be different and love it then this is the place for you. I love the accessories and dresses. Although the dresses are a bit pricey theyre not something youd find in your average store so theyre worth it.

fr
Review №51

If you are a anime lover or just lik ew collection Items from different shows or movies, this Is the store for you!! The employees are very nice and help you find anything your looking for. 100% recommended

Wi
Review №52

Staff is friendly and the prices are decent. Plus, as a 20yr old male with a 24inch waist, this is pretty much the only place I can find pants that fit me. There is a bit of oversaturation of Rick and Morty items at the moment, however I enjoy Rick and Morty so it is actually pretty rad.

Ra
Review №53

Friendly staff, and young lady at the door was very friendly

Ke
Review №54

Great store. The store is one huge cluster fudge because when it gets busy, its hard to move around, they just need to open another store. Have everything they have on the internet and stop telling us to go on the internet. Nobody travels far to the only hot topic to be told to go online and find something

Je
Review №55

I love hot topic

Jo
Review №56

Very cool place for the most interesting t-shirts. the help was spot on! great service :)

ca
Review №57

Went for daughters 14th birthday to pick out some hoodies.. cashier has amazing customer service and would definitely recommend!!

Go
Review №58

Staff was helpful and kind. Enjoyed my experience. Would return for clothing and jewelry.

Wi
Review №59

My emo daughter loves this place, and they have my favorite band tees!😎 Also helps that the staff is always so friendly.

Mi
Review №60

Its just awesome lol

Al
Review №61

Wish they had more darker options mostly just pop culture now but still a great store

Ol
Review №62

Coolest store. My favorite. Employees are chill and create a nice atmasphere

Ma
Review №63

You can find unique gifts and clothing here. I love this store!

Gh
Review №64

Cool shirts

Ma
Review №65

Always love shopping at Hot Topic but staff sometimes can be nonengaging. Went there recently, associate Michael was SO friendly. Thanks!

Fa
Review №66

Polite workers. Comfy environment. Cute dresses that have pockets.

Al
Review №67

Cool stuff, but its hit or miss. Really pricey but overall a really fun store.

He
Review №68

Pretty hot in that tiny place!!! Not in the good way 🤷🤷🤷

Me
Review №69

Always loved this store. They have a great selection and great people working hard. Big thumbs up

De
Review №70

The employees were so fun and helpful and you can tell they love their job!

Ha
Review №71

It has more than enough of shirts and merch of bands i like and its my favorite store. I have never had a problem with hot topic. I love them

V.
Review №72

Hot topic is an awesome for the rocker, geek, nerd in you. They always have cool hard to find stuff if its not in the store its on the website and shipping to the store is free.

Ch
Review №73

How can you go wrong at this place. Even at my age find it fun and amusing the items they carry, oldstyled t-shirts from the 70s bands on up to present, Disney, NINTENDO, all kinds of cool stuff. Most of the store has deals and group discounts of course.People are really nice helpful and take care right away. Cant find it, they will!!

Ni
Review №74

Although Jenn was very helpful there was only one register open n I waited in line for 25 min. On a Saturday u need more cashiers.

Cy
Review №75

Great sales! Plus Newest fashion & Wonderful service

Br
Review №76

Things have changed. The store is clogged with more cartoon stuff than bands. Nothing like the hot topic or 99/08

J
Review №77

If you like hard rock, alternative and nerd fashion then you will be right at home here. Chances are though you already knew that

Ja
Review №78

Pretty cool stuff and nice people work there.

La
Review №79

The manager there Jennifer is always polite and ready to help. I enjoy shopping here with all the friendly staff.

Sa
Review №80

Ill be back lol

Ty
Review №81

WORKERS RUDE. VERY UNCOMFORTABLE ENVIRONMENT FOR BLACK PPL! I WILL NEVER BUY FROM HERE!

Ja
Review №82

Super nice employees. I only remember Kyles name, but they were all fantastic.

Mi
Review №83

Its my favorite place in the mall!!!! It has more than just rock band shirts it also have funny meme type shirts and TV show shirts along with anime stuff!!! Its the best store ever

An
Review №84

Its hot topic. Lots to buy and lots of funny items. But a little small on the walking space spread it out a little.

Gr
Review №85

I have shopped here a lot, but tonight was unforgivable. Tees were on sale, and I found two that I really wanted. On my way to the register, the guy working there passed me on his way to the back. He looked me right in the face, so he knew I was there. I got to the register, and realized that the store was completely unattended. I stood there for five minutes, before I gave up and left, leaving the shirts on the counter. Guys, please hire better people.

Ha
Review №86

A little small but good customer service and I like the selection.

Sp
Review №87

Always loaded with stuff to look at and buy but the staff always seem like they dont want to be there. At least offer assistance if you are not busy.

Am
Review №88

The employees were extremely helpful, nice, and funny! Felt like I was among friends!

Ti
Review №89

Alot of tshirts to choose from

Ka
Review №90

Love it because of my secert life... LOL

Va
Review №91

Cool stuff as usual. Friendly people.

Ja
Review №92

OMG BEST STORE I LOVE EVERYONE THERE ALSO EMPLOYEE ARE SO NICE AND COOL!!!!

Sa
Review №93

They have really great things in there

He
Review №94

This is the most friendly staff, I had a hard time looking for a particular anime, not only did they have it shipped to the store but called me the day it got right in. Ps have it shipped to the store its FREE!

Ha
Review №95

Good customer service. They have a nice selection of jewelry.

St
Review №96

A little crowded, but they have a super cute selection and the employees are always nice and helpful

Ja
Review №97

The best of the best 😍💚🖤🍀☠️👽😜

Su
Review №98

They were sweet and supportive even though I am far outside their usual demographic

Ca
Review №99

Very cluttered and piled up. Definitely not what it used to be.

Ga
Review №100

I go a lot and everyone is always nice