“Amazing atmosphere for any TCG and Tabletop player in San Diego. Great people and amazing/knowledgeable staff that take pride in their work.
I highly recommend this place for anyone that plays or is looking to play Magic the Gathering or WarHammer.”
“Stopped into The Card Shoppe and had a great experience. The owner is knowledgeable, easy to talk to, and clearly takes pride in running a solid shop.
The selection is really strong and well curated, with a good mix of sealed product and options for different types of collectors. Everything felt organized and intentional ,not chaotic or picked over.
No pressure, no sales tactics, just a straightforward, well-run card shop with someone who understands the hobby and treats people right. Definitely a place I’ll keep coming back to.
….Oh and thank you for that 2025 Topps Allen & Ginter Babe
Ruth Orange Refractor /25 pull. Nasty hit!”
“I really like this art store. It had a little of everything. I can always find things in the store or online.
And it's nice that there are a lot of fun gifts/ items in the front section too.
Service is always available with the friendly staff. There is usually someone on the floor to help answer any questions that I have.”
“I brought in a 70 plus year old Lionel ZW transformer and some track to get some advice on how to get my sons trains running. The gentlemen that helped me were very friendly and knowledgeable. They sold me some bright boy track cleaner to help me get the oxidation off of the tracks. I am very happy with the experience here and looking forward to coming back to get more parts when I get the trains running.”
“My 8 year old son discovered this store on Deep Pocket Monster’s YouTube channel. We gave it a try this evening and it surely didn’t disappoint! Welcome the second we walked in and saw an awesome collection of singles and we ended up getting 5 journey together packs and ripped them in store. My son opened them up getting 3 Ex’s and pulled this awesome hit! He didn’t stop talking about it all night and is dying to go back again! Great experience for sure and we will definitely be going back!”
10AM - 6PM
5630-A Kearny Mesa Rd, San Diego
Hobby Shops
“I want to thank Brian so much for his help yesterday. He took a lot of time with me to help me pick out a brake cue. He custom weighted it for me. This is my third visit to his store and his knowledge has guided me through multiple purchases. I'll be a customer for Life!”
“This store is every adults favorite toy store. My boy loves to bring his car into this shop! These guys are very knowledgeable, patient, and kind to teach my son about this car. ISRAEL AND DEVIN were so helpful to us and served us with great customer service. We definitely will be back. Thanks guys.”
“Murphy's is a treasure for people into electronic crafting, step motors, wiring projects. They have so much great stuff. Impossible to leave empty-handed. They always have something that gets my interest. My Interest: robotics and automation.”
“Store could be a little nicer inside but has actually pretty fair prices, especially for the figurines. They're roughly the same as what you can get online, and if you factor in shipping, they're often a bit cheaper. Nice place for any hobbyists :)”
“Best place to get MTG stuff: Booster Sets, Bundles, Singles - they got them all.
Also an excellent variety of board games, RPGs, miniatures and dice. If you are into any of the above, this is your place to be. Heaven!!”
“Hands down, the best shop I have been to anywhere. Whether your visit is to buy, sell, or trade in all manners, they are tremendously fair! Super friendly and always a great inventory to choose from. Don't hesitate to give them a visit!”
“Went here today asked the people about RC cars as I have one ordered they told me everything I needed to know. I was also able to rent a RC car for $25 Had a blast learning To hold a drive everyone there is helpful and friendly.”
8:30AM - 4:30PM
7527 Convoy Ct, San Diego
Hobby Shops
“It was an absolute pleasure doing business with Sunward Flag Company. First impression was wonderful, beginning with Hazel and followed by John. John and his capable assistant repaired the flagpole at the Veterans Association of North County. Their attention to detail every step of the way was truly outstanding. We are so thankful to Sunward Flag Company and highly recommend them.”
“These folks deserve a higher rating. For all of Starlink’s innovation, their system becomes far more usable with Flag Pole Buddy’s accessories. And as everyone else notes. FPB’s customer service is friendly and helpful. Two reviews from 2018 capture complaints, but overall there are many more of us who rely on FPB daily. It’s good, old-fashioned, innovative American manufacturing, and they easily get my five stars.”
“new to the rc world, i went in with questions and i came out with quick and precise answers the guy is honest and really helpful, I'll be returning whenever i need parts for my rc.”
“Geppetto's is a great toy store located in Fashion Valley plaza. It is a vintage looking boutique toy store. They have such an amazing collection of toys, puzzles and board games, craft and dolls. I always enjoy shopping there. They have a unique collection of merchandises.The service is always exceptional.”
9:30AM - 6PM
1998 Valley Rim Rd, El Cajon
Hobby Shops
“I recently purchased the Pro Series 2 Finger Clutch Half Lever for Brembo RCS from The SIC Shop, and I am extremely satisfied with both the product and the customer service. As an international buyer from Singapore, I was initially concerned about the distance, but The SIC Shop exceeded my expectations.
Unfortunately, my package was lost by the postal service, which was quite frustrating. However, The SIC Shop went above and beyond to help me. They assisted in filing a claim and promptly sent me a replacement. Their support was exceptional throughout the entire process, making me feel valued as a customer even from halfway across the world.
Now that I’ve received the items, I can confidently say that the quality is top-notch. The design, finishing, and overall feel of the clutch lever are outstanding. It’s clear that The SIC Shop delivers high-quality products that are worth every penny.
Highly recommended!”
“Donald at San Diego Coin Buyers deserves commendation for his exceptional service. His profound knowledge in the field sets him apart, ensuring a smooth and informed coin-buying experience. Beyond expertise, Donald's friendly and approachable nature creates a welcoming atmosphere, making customers feel at ease. His easy-going demeanor fosters open and enjoyable conversations, turning what could be a transactional encounter into a genuinely pleasant interaction. Donald's unique blend of professionalism and friendliness makes him a standout choice for anyone seeking a positive and enriching coin-buying experience.”
“I just absolutely love this store and frequently visit it. On my last visit, I had the absolute pleasure of meeting the owner, RaFFaella. She was such a pleasure to have come in contact with and she went above and beyond with her kindness and generosity. Thank you RaFFaella for the kind and beautiful person that you are.”
“I want to share with you my experience with Robert. I did a price comparing with 3 other stores and he had the best prices.also he and his partner was very kind and polite.was nice to make a business with you!”
10AM - 5:30PM
8781 Cuyamaca St, Santee
Hobby Shops
“The place has all the up to date sports cards from the major 4 sports. They also have non sports cards. Collecting is not what is was before, so have your wallet ready.”
“Not a crafter, but occasionally need supplies for projects some + also buy T-shirts there. Always a great experience. Online + in store. Online is easy + quick. The employees always process, pick + have the orders ready very quickly. And, whenever I needed help, or was at checkout, they were always, very nice, + very helpful. Great Store, Great, Employees, and Great Customer Service. Thank You.”
“I have not been to a Michaels store in a couple years. I've recently gotten into adult coloring and have an interest is diamond painting. Michaels has a good assortment of products for both crafts and I enjoyed browsing through the store. The staff are very courteous and friendly and helped me with items that were on my list. Thank you.”
“Buzz was very helpful, patient, and knowledgeable. I'm new to collecting and he actually had something for me that was perfect! Highly recommend this business. Got some rare coins. Love them.”
10AM - 6PM
7644 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego
Hobby Shops
“These guys are incredible! I went in for a Radio Controller for RC/Drones and they had a great selection. The staff was so friendly and passionate about these hobbies. I'll definitely take buying from them over online any day!
Plus, their prices are solid!
Thanks a ton! Already having a ton of fun with a simulator :). Can't wait to come back and get what I need to keep expanding my hobbies.”
“I've been coming here for over thirty years. Cool owner who knows tons about baseball cards. Unreal selection. Big time knowledge of San Diego sports history. Very fair buying and selling prices. My coolest purchase was three Mark McGwire 85 Olympic cards. Bought in mid 90s. Got graded and sold in 98.”
“Shipped my Tekno EB48 2.1 to RC Car Stars for their Super Tuneup Service along with an ESC reprogramming, new body prep and trimming, and installation of some upgrade parts. The turn around time was longer than expected, and Matt was hard to get ahold of at times. However, he does great work! Matt was very thorough with the end product and was detailed in his explanations of all the work performed as well as offering driving advice to myself as a newbie to the hobby. A detailed setup sheet of all the adjustments made on the buggy was also provided. Return shipment box was packed with care. Thanks for the great work Matt! I look forward to trying this new setup at my next club race!”
“I was introduced to this store by some friends and wow, I am impressed. They've got tabletop games and dice, they've got miniature combat game stuff, They've got a glorious collection of board and card games.... there is even a pre-owned game section with some pretty great options if new games are out of your budget.
There are also tables for playing your own games or one you borrow there. No one made us feel even slightly unwelcome for playing several hours worth of games.
It's clean to include the bathroom and the music is great but not too loud. The staff know their stuff- I had a few questions about stock and they could answer without looking for most of it.
10/10, this should be your local store.”
“There's a lot of reviews that seem like they could be for the competition or just made up who knows so that means they pay attention make the lady who sold a sovereign verse half sovereign she never responded or updated her review same with the guy who said he emailed a bunch of times and was told he was emailed within 20 minutes never went back and checked it or it said that was a lie or nothing so I feel like a lot of these ones started views are fake from their competitors somewhere to give them a good one and I haven't even gone yet”
“Ok, I bought like 16 packs of singles and opened half. Got good hits! Ngl, he sells some packs cheaper than MSRP. Tbh, I only thing I hate is the prices of some packs and the attitude but overall it’s okay”