
Anime Claw (Flushing)
📍 Queens, NY
Specialist anime claw machine arcade in Flushing featuring licensed plushies and collectibles across machines with varying difficulty. Staff actively assist players with positioning and strategy — rare for claw venues.
This place was pretty small, but it wasn’t crowded so it was nice. The prizes inside the machines and on the wall are soo cute. You can trade your plushies in for other prizes they have at the counter if you want. The ladies working were super nice and gave us extra items as a thank you for getting the bundle that we did, that was super cool. And what we got were cute (one was a Gudetama plushie holding a Hawaii license plate🥰) Only reason I would give this a 4 star was that it seemed so hard to win anything 😭 Had better luck on the dice one since it’s just luck, won a poster out of there which was cool, but the next time didn’t win :(
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for anime-loving teens and young adults who enjoy claw machine culture and cute collectibles. The actively helpful staff make this more accessible than typical claw venues where machines are set to frustrate. Families with younger children can participate, and spending can accumulate quickly across multiple games.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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Kaitlin M
a year ago
“This place was pretty small, but it wasn’t crowded so it was nice. The prizes inside the machines and on the wall are soo cute. You can trade your plushies in for other prizes they have at the counter if you want. The ladies working were super nice and gave us extra items as a thank you for getting the bundle that we did, that was super cool. And what we got were cute (one was a Gudetama plushie holding a Hawaii license plate🥰) Only reason I would give this a 4 star was that it seemed so hard to win anything 😭 Had better luck on the dice one since it’s just luck, won a poster out of there which was cool, but the next time didn’t win :(”
James Gao
a month ago
“I went with my friends and we had an amazing time. The prices are very reasonable, and what really sets this place apart is the staff. The attendant actually helps you win the exact prize you’re aiming for — which is rare compared to most other places. I even went back on my own and still walked away with great prizes. That consistency says a lot. Honestly, this place deserves just as much hype as Gatcha. In my opinion, it’s even better, I have spent hundreds at gatcha and hope I found this place sooner. If you’re looking for a fun experience with fantastic prices and genuinely helpful staff, this is the spot.”
Vicky Beverly
2 years ago
“What an awesome experience. Highly recommend getting the popular points card. I think it was $39.90 for 200 points with each class machine ranging from 9-19 pts. So much fun. To add to the awesomeness, the sweet girl that works there was giving us pointers and also moving the dolls, so that they were positioned easier for the claw to grab. Highly, highly recommend this place for a fun date night. So happy we got the Pikachu!”
Abby Manuel
a year ago
“Anime Claw is super cute! Hannah is the absolute best! She always makes it fun to play here. She is very attentive and explains everything to you with patience and kindness. We love this place so much! We will come back soon! :) 10/10 recommend!”
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Overview
Anime Claw operates multiple claw machines stocked with licensed anime plushies and collectibles. Machine difficulty varies — some are skill-based claw machines, others use dice or luck mechanics. The standout feature is staff who actively help players reposition prizes and explain winning strategies rather than observing passively. Won prizes can be traded at the counter for alternatives. A points card is available for regular players.







