“Had a great time at this store. Kids loved it. Staff was super helpful. So many amazing things, from comics, toys, and cards a bit of everything for everyone. So grateful to meet Brad, he is super friendly and gave my shy son knuckles for saying hi since he recognized him from some YouTube videos. Def will be back next time we are in SD.”
10AM - 9PM
7007 Friars Rd Space 965A, San Diego
Toy Stores
“Shout out to Andrea! I stopped in just to see the premium sets and started messing around with the mini figures, soon realizing I could make a Dia de los Muertos lady! While looking for the parts to make a man I realized they locked the doors for closing. Turns out the mini figs only sell as a set so instead of selling me the single for $10 she helped me past closing find parts to build a man and make a set. She was very kind and needs a raise/promotion asap.”
“This is a fun must stop shop at sea port village. Marcie was super friendly and welcomed my wife and dogs into the store and was very knowledgeable about everything in there. I ended up buying my first para foil kite and now I am addicted. It’s been a blast getting back into kite flying. Thank you Marcie! -Branden, Mandi and the golden doodles”
“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 :)”
“Great spot for ramen! There was about a 20 minute line at peak dinner time but still easy to find seats and service was very quick. Sides and add ons are awesome and the menu is simple because they do it so well!”
“Although I would say it was understaffed, it took me quite some time to find a person other than the one cashier to ask a question about a book. She was very polite searched for the book we were unable to find a book.”
“Haven't been to a book store in at least a year and I forgot how pleasant it can be here. First, I love the smell of books, which I had forgotten about and second, I love how everything is so well organized and fully stocked here.
This B&N location has comfortable seating throughout the store, which I hadn't seen at previous stores and that allowed the family to stick around a little bit longer and enjoy the reading and the quiet environment.
The kids ended up buying a couple of books about anime, but I already have enough reading materials at home that I need to get through before buying more books??. You should stop by if you're in the area. It's a great way to spend an hour of your time.”
“So much cool stuff and such great prices, one of our favorite places to get groceries in San Diego!
Shoutout to Ian who did one of the best jobs of grocery bagging I have ever seen.”
“I love this place! I often find great deals and plenty of fun items related to my interests. The deals on stickers are crazy good, and they recently began selling sticker sheets that are perfect for my collaging. Replay toys has merchandise and toys for children and adults alike, from Star Wars to Legos to anime and LPS. Really, the amount of different things offered for reasonable prices is insane. I bought a brand-new Draculaura doll for $5 less than the usual price. You can even buy handmade jewelry and croc charms! Not to mention the point system designed to earn you lots of cash off. Either way, I highly recommend paying this place a visit!”
“Great store. Loads of toys. Loads of items for children with additional needs and sensory needs.
Son got 3 figures. He plays with them in school and we have never seen them before. He was delighted. We are tourists so it was a great find.
Two lads in the store went above and beyond to help.”
10AM - 9PM
835 W Harbor Dr Suite C4, San Diego
Toy Stores
“I was in the area for a work conference the week before Christmas. I stopped to buy a souvenir from this adorable shop. I asked for directions to another shop and walked out. I left my debit card there. The amazing clerk chased me to the next store to make sure I had it.I was so grateful! Losing a card in general sucks. Losing it while traveling is terrible. Losing it just before Christmas is the worst possible scenario. I’m so thankful that she went out of her way to find me and hand it back. That’s customer service that is above and beyond.”
“The UTC LEGO Store is easily the best LEGO location in San Diego. The staff is consistently friendly, patient and genuinely helpful every time I visit. You can tell they enjoy what they do, and it makes the whole experience feel welcoming.
They also take great care of the Pick A Brick wall. It is well stocked, well organized and clearly maintained with attention. It sounds simple, but seeing a store keep tabs on the Pick A Brick section actually feels wholesome and shows real pride in their work.
The store is always clean, well arranged and easy to browse. Whether I am looking for a specific set or just stopping by to see what is new, this shop always makes the visit worth it.
I really love this store. It is the one LEGO location in San Diego I can always count on for a positive experience. The difference here is that the staff are naturally engaging and easy to talk to. It makes a world of difference compared to other Lego stores in the area that are not as good. Whatever they’re doing here is good work.”
10AM - 8PM
7510 Hazard Center Dr #201, San Diego
Toy Stores
“I have been a teacher for 7 years, and today I decided to go to Lakeshore (the last time I visited this store was about 10 years ago). I walked out of there MIND BLOWN! The back to school sales are INSANE, and just EVERYTHING is quality material! The workers were constantly checking in with me and also offering to go check the back for more supplies! I feel like I have missed out for years now! They truly have the best selection and can't beat the prices for the amount/bulk they sell! I walked out of there with the best deals and the best items to set me up for the year!”
“A rare gem in this modern world. They don't only sell magic tricks, they sell the joy of being surprised and delighted. Patient and generous with even the smallest magicians, this is a must-see shop for anyone visiting Old Town.”
10AM - 7PM
2225 30th St, San Diego
Toy Stores
“One of the sweetest, most wonderful shops in South Park, San Diego. So many cute books and gifts and their child section is so precious! We had purchased a little wooden picnic set and upon coming home and opening, realized the handle from the basket was missing. The ladies at the Gold Leaf were so accommodating and mailed us the replacement handle the next week. Amazing customer service and can't wait to visit again!”
“Super professional and knowledgeable staff. Helped me program my mosfet in my AEG and troubleshoot some issues with my GBB. These guys know their stuff and were very friendly and helpful. Nice selection of guns and lots of parts! Im just getting back into the hobby after a long break and am happy to see the inviting and supportive airsoft culture I remember is alive and well at AEX!”
10AM - 8:30PM
839 W Harbor Dr Suite C-2, San Diego
Toy Stores
“Found this sweet hidden gem while exploring the streets of San Diego in Seaport Village! Cute interior and exterior. They have such an array of sweets and chocolates like their wall of gummy bears of different flavors. This place locked a lot of memories from childhood sweets. I ended up getting a Twix ice cream bar since it's a warm day in San Diego and I was craving something extra sweet. It was a great purchase that hit the spot with speedy service. Definitely come by if you have a sweet tooth craving.”
“Came here for my 2 year old's first hair cut and was very happy with the experience. My 4 year old also got her haircut and still asks to go back. They had movies/ tv shows playing which distracted the kids from any kind of fear. Appreciated the play area while my other daughter waited. Staff was friendly and kind. I will return here for my children's next haircut!”
“I went we shopped at first, and I got instant nostalgia. The signs and the candy took me back to the good ole days!! What really caught my eye was the fake ids. There were so many I couldn’t pick!! I asked the lady at the front desk “what should i get?” and she said I would get this one. That made my heart warm, because normally I have trouble making decisions. My family is gonna love this gift!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
“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.”
“Super cute store!! High quality and unique items for the littles - there is no other boutique like this one in SD. What they did with the remodel is AMAZING. The new owner and her team are lovely - a really fun and pleasant shopping experience.”
10AM - 5PM
2295 Manya St, San Diego
Toy Stores
“Staff are very helpful and a pleasure to work with...organized with lots of options. Great for parties with decorations of all ages... and you can't beat the prices!”
“Cute splash pad for the little ones. You might want to consider bringing a swimsuit for your little one if they enjoy playing in the water. They also had full body ‘dryers’ you can pay to use.”
“My fiancé and I went to this location to make a bear for our “Flower Grammy” proposal box for his grandmother (who we are asking to be our flower girl) and had the best time! All staff members were friendly and went above and beyond to make sure we had the best experience. We each hadn’t built a bear in over 15 years and this time felt just as magical as ever. We will definitely be back to build bears for ourselves soon! Thank you everyone!! Closing manager and staff on 11/23 were the best!!”
10:30AM - 5:30PM
500 Sea World Dr., San Diego
Toy Stores
“I found a retro hoodie that I loved! It was the last one and it was my size. Took it, and a couple other items, to the register to pay. When he tried to find the tag it wasn’t there. He tried to find another size on the rack and in the back. Turns out this was the last one in the entire park. He went to get a manager and while waiting searched the system to see if he could find it. After a lengthy wait the manager came out and after explaining the situation apologized for making me wait so long and rang it up under a hoodie that was the same brand, but at half the price. I was a little upset about the long wait, but they were both very apologetic and they made it right by giving me a huge discount.”
“Super 7 is hella dope! went there today and grabbed some dope ass Czarface shirts. The dude behind the counter was really awesome, helpful and really friendly (sorry, I didn't catch you name brother, I apologize!)! If you dig action figures and sweet nerdy apparel, you gotta stop by! Thanks again Super 7!”
10AM - 9PM
4545 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego
Toy Stores
“Absolutely loved this charming toy store that welcomes children and adults alike with friendly staff and an array of toys that reminded me of my childhood. A lot of other items that are designed to inspire and play actively. Highly recommend a visit.”
“Used to frequent the location in 4S before they became a boxing gym. This location is always busy and has all the toys a child can imagine and more. It's easy to get in and out from and items are reasonably priced. This time around my son wanted a police car. How fitting was it that they charged $5.0 for it!? Lol Be back soon when I'm in the area.”
“I've purchased model aircraft from Eztoys nearly 24 years, always impressed and satisfied by Kam and Zinat's superlative pricing, selection, and customer service. First met at former storefront enjoying delightful visits and transitioned with them to online sales. Looking forward to years of camaraderie!!”
“Fair prices, competitive with other retailers and on-line shopping. Includes 50% off shelves and a large selection of $2 comics. FREE comics on special occasions during the year too. A selection of free comics for kids. Discount for subscribers. Great value!”