FRIENDLY STAFF w/ NEAT COLLECTIBLES. I found cool souvenirs like surfboards with personalized names…read moreon them and keychains. However, I wasn't totally blown away. My parents wanted some Mexican hoodies and found a good deal of 2 for $30. Hardly any of the shirts or clothing items spoke to me nor would I feel inclined to buy them for others, however I saw quite a few people come in (maybe it's just me haha). The store is pretty big and the staff are chipper. I got solid customer service here! This store is located within Belmont Park.

This review is actually for the upstairs outdoor area - which features monthly Sunday Latin social…read moredancing. Use the stairs by the Plunge. There is an indoor (wooden) dance floor but most people prefer to be outside on the tile. There is also a bar set up - and a plastic dome (for who or what?). Restrooms are downstairs by the arcade. Being upstairs provides a bit of a view - in almost all directions. It's a very nice atmosphere in which to dance (or enjoy any social event). Come check it out.

Looking specifically for a tie-dye zip-up hoodie for Becky, we went to several places before we…read morestepped into the OB Gift Shop. Ta-da! Right there hanging on the wall, tie-dye hoodies! Reasonably priced as well! They'll even add a screen print of your choice if you so desire. Bex passed on that. She just wanted the tie-dye. Great shop for souvenirs and gifts. They even carry legit New Era 59-Fifty fitted Padres baseball hats.

Walked in for a gift and left with a smile. The staff here were friendly! Totally recommendread more

Always a fun gift shop to explore while in the Pacific Beach area. Lots of different vendors…read moreselling their wares under 1 roof. Street parking only. A real variation of goods...Jewelry,clothing, plant accessories, candles, beachy things, local books, cards, artists work, various gifts.. Good spot to bring out of towners to shop!

Most stores might have a sign or two to let you know general stuff like they don't want food or…read moredrink or smoking inside. These guys take it to whole nother level, with literally nine signs on their door. And dozens more inside. -if you break it you buy it. -must leave your backpack at the front counter. -young visitors must be with an adult while in the store. -no food or drink. -you will be arrested if you shoplift. -all activities monitored by close circuit, television and undercover security -credit card processing fee 3% (Jackhole policy btw) -no pets within 10 feet of the front door -no smoking in the building - no public restroom ( so you want people to shop and spend money, but if they have to take a pee, they can't do it?! Jerks) -etc etc blah blah blah Many other stores in town appreciate business but don't leave such a horrible first impression with so many signs as you enter. Treating customers like this doesn't make them feel welcome. The kids and I quickly left. Can you imagine being one of the owners kids, and the types of dictator rules that they surely have in their life!??

Absolute Trash hole with incompetent helpers and owners are a complete Joke of the beach. Got…read moreconned in to renting bicycles from this company and they are so outdated and old and run down. The selection looks worse than a goodwill offering & the bikes are Not serviced prior to riding! I repeat NOT serviced before riding. The old blonde man I confronted about my bicycle issue for Both of our bikes he went Crazy & was rude. BEWARE of Spending Any money here as there are so many shops to rent & buy from at the beach. The Hamel's Surf shop crew is So Burnt Out! They are drooling on any money opportunities from tourists and will Rip you off. They will RIP YOU OFF! Cheap SOB's Lol! Smell the air.. Nasty there.. 30 years too long guys, move away with all your Crap and clear the way for something way Meatier lol! Worst business in Mission Beach, California!

I have been coming to this little corner spot for years and seen them through a few changes (they…read moreused to have a piercing shop), so happy to see the store is still alive and amazing selections! Beach rentals are available and it's fantastic that this happens to be one of the few spots along the beach front that has some parking right across the street... first come first serve so good luck! lol just as easy to just take a Lyft down and walk the boardwalk all the way up to ocean beach and check out all the sights. Hamels is fantastic friendly and very helpful to things to check out in the area depending on what you're interested in. Highly recommend, pop in and shop until you drop for all your beach needs.

When we are in OB, we always stop by Ocean Gifts and Shells and nine times out of 10, we find some…read morelittle knick-knack that we can't live without. A great souvenir shop with really friendly service.

Shout out to this awesome radical place on San Diego California. They got awesome prices really…read moregood people and really cool things to look at also really good friendly people will also give you really good deals. Highly recommend it if you're gonna visit for your first time I recommend getting there early because it can get quite packed inside animal friendly.

Glad to be the first one reviewing this little gem in OB! Willow Is a plan of gift shop, flower…read moreshop and overall cuteness shop. I really like the ceramics with heart shapes and the delicate and fine jewelry. There are many nicely curated items and the story smells soooo good too. I would suggest they sell more plants. The plants are very fresh but would like to have a bigger selection to choose from.

Darling little shop. They carry beautiful and well priced jewelry (including my favorite brand,…read moreNoon!), notecards, candles, local art, baby gift items and more. Whether you're a local or a visitor it's definitely worth a stop.

We came here to check our souvenirs for everyone. We had already been in several shops on the same…read moreblock. We walked in and out of all the shops with ease. Even bought items in other stores. Stopped at T-Shirt frenzy because it's exactly as the name describes. A cute little shop with LOTS of t-shirts. We browsed for almost a half hour and then went to check out. We were buying some cheap shirts to just wear on the beach and when we went to pay the cashier tried to tell us that the price was double. My sister doesn't like confrontation and just wanted to leave so I spoke up and said that they needed to honor the price. The cashier told me, "I'll honor the price but you don't need to have an attitude." I didn't have an attitude until she said that actually. I asked to speak with a manager or owner and she refused to call anyone. I know I don't live here and so me not visiting this location again will not hurt their pockets but at the very least, we aware of the pricing when you get to the register!

We just had a terrible customer experience in this store. We bought 6 personalized shot glasses…read moreyesterday and when we got back to the hotel and unpacked the bag one was cracked. We walked 3 miles back to the store to simply exchange the cracked glass and was denied. Horrendous service, poor attitude by the clerk who did not empathize or frankly care about our situation. Really unfortunate way to spend our last day in San Diego. For the record I have never left a yelp rev and would like this one to be the lowest rating possible.

Great prices and very nice staff. There is a ton to look at and I got some very cute clothing.read more

Very small store that has some cute tiki mugs & tropical outdoor decor like tiki masks & wind…read morechimes. Young girl working that wasn't very friendly or helpful. That seems to be the norm lately. Prices seemed average. Parking is a nightmare.

Right next to Crown Point Coffee and Belli Belli Salon, Esqueleto is a one of a kind shop for ring…read moreshopping and custom jewelry. My boyfriend and I recently talked about getting married and all I needed was a ring for him to propose me to. I'm still not sure what ring to get, but Marjorie was super sweet and helpful. We even exchanged numbers so she could help me hunt out for the perfect ring. After shopping in major retailers like Robbins Brother and James Allen, I was floored by the amount of attention and detail that she gave to each one of her rings. As a bonus, there was even a store event where we get to talk to a local designer about her design process and aesthetic. This is also a perfect place for designer goods such as candles and pillow. I love it and I hope to come back!!! It was a wonderful experience.

To be fair, I have not yet visited this location BUT, (pre-Pandemic) I shopped at their Los Feliz…read morestore in LA where I bought a delicate Jennie Kwon ring that I am constantly asked about. Notably, the sales associates were very kind, knowledgeable, and helpful. I remember thinking that they had a beautifully curated selection of unique jewelry and planned to shop for more once my budget allowed. The aesthetic reminded me a bit of Catbird (the NYC based jewelry store), but with more of a West Coast/LA vibe. I randomly decided to check out their website today and saw that they now have a location in San Diego! So excited to have a physical location closer to home. Can't wait to stop by! Welcome to SD, Esqueleto! :)

The employee was rude and unprofessional today. Now by seeing the reviews, that makes sense. I took…read morea picture of a some shirt to send to my friends and he confronted to me about it ,and I was confused why. I wanted to make a purchase of 5 shirts for my running group. I'm glad I didn't. It felt like they are running a scam here. I wouldn't buy here, I don't trust them with my credit card information.

BEWARE! This store is running a scam. $20 tshirts then they add logo, print + clear film so total…read moreis $75 per tshirt. When I protested, the owner/manager bullied me to pay with a threat of calling the police claiming I was stealing since he had printed 2 tshirts. Complete con artists. STAY AWAY!