“Best of all the remaining bookstores on the west coast that I found. You can go and get everything from games to books to drinks and some food. Plenty of staff on hand to help you out. Great place to go.”
“I love it here, I can literally spend so many hours just browsing around the store! I’m a big sentimental stationery girlie and this little shop is literal heaven! Every lap I make around the store I find something new that I want to take home. I’ve been coming here once a week for the past three weeks lol love that staff as well! Everyone is so sweet, kind, and pleasant to talk to. <3”
10AM - 6:30PM
1750 University Dr, Vista
Toy Stores
“There's plenty of parking, it's located by Aldi and Walmart, at North County Square. They basically have everything there that's anything Native. They also have a bunch of beads, feathers, fur, books, and crystals. There are tons of jewelry pieces to pick from that are made by Native Americans. They always have great deals on silver for 50% off. Service is impeccable, Ken and everyone else there are so friendly and helpful. They have new items every time I go so it's worth going to every so often.”
10AM - 5:30PM
937 S Coast Hwy 101 Suite C101, Encinitas
Toy Stores
“You can't put a price on memories and Magical Child is still a must-stop for our family despite the fact none of us are children anymore! After 30 years, I love how I can still count on the thoughtful curation of eco-friendly products and organic textiles in a local boutique (I am a tactile shopper).
Besides, where else in an era of surcharges for bags, gift-wrapping, no cash accepted, and detached electronic check-out kiosks can you find concierge personal shoppers to help with that special gift for the little person in your life?
Their flexibility in store policy for new moms was much appreciated when a friend needed to exchange a new-born outfit that didn't fit anymore. So happy they have stayed magical!!”
“There are not many independent toy stores left but Geppetto’s really throws back to the bygone era of my childhood. Great selection of really neat toys. They have everything from big brands like Lego and Mattel products, to more unique and mindful and specialized toys that help develop the mind. Very spendy. Nice people!”
11AM - 7PM
272 E Via Rancho Pkwy #291, Escondido
Toy Stores
“I liked the store variety and the layout of it, I was looking for sonny angels, I bought it here. My only complaint is that , in my opinion the cost was a little high, I understand that this figures are trendy right now, but it was too costly.”
“I think this is place is fairly new in the mall, but I love it! All of the cutesy little kawaii and anime-esque goodies for the house. Fairly reasonable prices too, probably less than you would spend on the stuff on amazon. Nice atmosphere to browse in.”
“This Five Below location is great except they've had the back part of the store blocked off for quite a while since November of 2022 since the store opened and the location is almost always out of stock of things and has the same item selection but other than that I really love Five Below you can find things under 5 dollars and upper and service her is great except they close the self checkouts and people have to assist you checking out which I don't understand why if it's self-checkout!”
“I love this place! Great selection of comics, and if they don't have what you're looking for they'll order it for you. It's also a great place to hang out and play games, and they have sodas and such to buy for cheap if you're hanging there all day!”