For our annual friends' birthday get-together, we decided to mix things up this year and trade our…read moreusual dinner reservation for a cooking class at Sur La Table. Since the San Diego location had closed, we headed up to Carlsbad--which already felt like part of the adventure. After all, nothing says "celebration" quite like putting a group of friends in a kitchen with sharp knives, hot burners, and just enough confidence to be dangerous. From the start, the class had a great energy. It was fun, interactive, and just the right amount of organized chaos. We were all assigned tasks, trying to follow directions while also catching up and laughing along the way. At times, it felt more like a lively kitchen full of friends than a structured class, which added to the fun. We also ended up sharing our cooking station with a really great family, which turned out to be a highlight. It added to the experience having more people to laugh with, compare notes, and occasionally look at for reassurance when something didn't seem quite right. There's something about bonding over butter, timing, and "is this done yet?" that brings people together pretty quickly. The menu itself was good: rosemary chicken, risotto, a fresh salad with homemade dressing, and a strawberry custard for dessert. And I have to admit--the risotto was my personal favorite of the night. With all the stirring, multitasking, and conversation happening, I was fully expecting it to go sideways. Instead, it came out perfect, which felt like winning a small but meaningful award. I may never make it that well again, but for one night, I'll take it. If there was one challenge, it was that the class size felt a little large for just one chef. There were moments where it felt like culinary traffic--people waiting for guidance, timing overlapping, and a bit of "are we supposed to be doing this now?" But to the chef's credit, they kept things moving and somehow brought it all together in the end. By the time we stood standing to eat , it was one of those moments where you look around and think, "We actually made this." The food was genuinely good, the experience was memorable, and the laughs along the way made it even better. All in all, it was a fun, slightly chaotic, and very successful way to celebrate. It's not every day you get to cook a full meal with friends, meet new people, and walk away feeling like a semi-professional chef (or at least convincing yourself you are). We'd absolutely do it again--if only to see if we can repeat our unexpected success.

I had to take a moment to recognize the incredible experience we had at Sur La Table thanks to…read moreDistrict Manager Tina and her amazing team. We originally came in just to pick up a couple of spatulas, but the level of service completely transformed our visit. Tina runs an exceptional operation, and it truly shows. Samantha and Mark went above and beyond to take care of us, offering thoughtful recommendations, answering all our questions, and making the entire experience feel personalized and fun. Because of their expertise and genuine care, we ended up leaving with an air fryer oven, indoor grill, Le Creuset pots, and a few other must-haves we didn't even know we needed. This is what outstanding customer service looks like. We shop here often for homeware, but this visit really stood out. Huge thank you to Tina, Samantha, and Mark for making it such a memorable experience. We'll definitely be back!

Been in here a couple of times, staff always helpful; this time Blake was REALLY helpful, helped my…read morewith installing a steering wheel cover that seemed to be really resistant to the idea of being put on my steering wheel! Big plus, as I'm a handicapped Senior! Thanks, Blake!

The guy changed my battery while I waited and did so fast and efficiently -- there was a bracket…read moreholding down my battery that corporate apparently doesn't want their employees to mess with -- but the guy who changed my battery explained everything and made an exception, which I appreciated so I didn't have to change it myself. I'm glad I have an older car -- would you believe that newer cars won't accept a new battery until you register it or something with the car's computer? Think I'm showing my age but I digress. One thing I recommend is to keep your car running for a while or drive it around as a new battery sitting for a while can lose charge. Don't turn it off right away. It chugged a bit to start the second time but did so and after driving for 15 I was good to go. The store is well organized and clean. Great variety of supplies -- much easier than hunting on Amazon. Good to see brick and mortar stores like this that hold their own. You can even pick up some Lucas CLP and an "Extreme Duty" needle oiler, which is stocked right across from the register as you walk in. That's a nice touch :)

I had the pleasure of meeting Akram today, and I wanted to share how impressed I was with his…read moreservice. He was incredibly friendly, honest, and informative. He provided great information regarding the units currently in stock and let me know that a large shipment is arriving next week. I truly appreciated that he did not pressure me to make a purchase today. Instead, he noted that I would have even more options next week to find exactly what I need for my investor's property flip. Based on this excellent experience, I will definitely be back next week.

Very responsive and friendly when we went to look at the current inventory. There is a variety of…read moreitems available for many price points. He gave us an amazing deal and delivered the same day! We are so happy to support a small business with such great customer service. Although inventory will vary I would highly recommend you checking them out.

San Diego Grill Pros is like Toys "R" Us for barbecue pitmasters!…read more I drove all the way from Huntington Beach to San Diego because I couldn't find the correct grill cover or the barbecue supplies I needed at Home Depot or Lowe's. It was absolutely worth the drive. They had everything I needed right there in stock and ready to go. I got the correct barbecue cover, picked up some spices, and of course walked out with a few other goodies I didn't know I needed. If you come here, ask for Jessica. She was awesome and took great care of me. Hands down, this is one of the best barbecue stores I've ever walked into. Grill is covered, supplies are stocked, spices are ready... now I can't wait to fire it up and start grilling! Thank you, Jessica and San Diego Grill Pros! I'll definitely be back.

I am a longtime customer of SD Grill Pros. Joey, Jess, and staff do an amazing job. They're…read moreknowledgeable of all their products and they back the quality of every item they sell. I recently had an issue with my Yoder 640s that I bought from them almost 3 years ago. To make a long story short, the issue was resolved quickly. I highly recommend SD Grill Pros for any BBQ equipment and accessories. They have a vast selection to include built in BBQs, custom islands, Smokers, Lump Coal, Pellets, Rubs, Sauce, et al... Stop by! You won't be disappointed.

I needed a new dishwasher for my rental in Oceanside…read more Justin gave me awesome customer service, that left no room for improvement. There was no visible scratches, dents, or blemishes on the GE stainless steel dishwasher that I purchased. The picture that Justin text me had a very noticeable dent on the handle, but the dishwasher that I received ended up being nicer than the picture that was text to me. There is no room for improvement on the installation, that took place on time per scheduled agreement. They just recently opened this new location, and I'm already telling the neighbors to call Appliances 4 less for any of their appliance needs if they're looking for a bargain on a Quality appliance.

The service was great. Appliance was delivered quickly. A lot to choose from at a great price. I…read morewill always shop here first.

If you're looking for vacuum supplies, repairs, or replacement parts, I would recommend going…read moresomewhere else. I've stopped at this location on multiple occasions over the years, hoping that my experience would be different each time, but unfortunately it never has. Every visit has left me with the same impression: the woman who works there consistently comes across as rude, unwelcoming, and very passive-aggressive. Instead of feeling like a valued customer, I always leave feeling like I'm bothering her simply by asking questions or trying to make a purchase. Customer service goes a long way, especially for a small local business, and this location has consistently fallen short. If I genuinely prefer supporting local businesses whenever I can, which is why I've given this location more than one chance. Unfortunately, after multiple visits with the same experience, I won't be returning. But I hope this review helps others know what to expect before visiting here.

When you want advice buying a good solid vacuum and one-stop repairs as needed, this is the place…read more Knowledgeable customer service - feels "family" run.

My wife and I purchased our hot tub from Keith who was very helpful and pivotal to our decision on…read morewhich spa was best for us. My spa was ready ahead of schedule and the delivery team was great, they kept me up to date on delivery, did an excellent job at placing my spa and answering questions. I had a hiccup scheduling my free spa orientation but that was cleared up by Julian who made sure to get my appointment set up in a timely manner. My orientation was done by Joe who was outstanding, professional and knowledgeable answering all my questions and educating me on overall spa care. I signed up for their O-Care program which keeps me current on my spa treatment supplies and provides free delivery as well as a $10 discount on my orders all while extending my heater warranty to their Lifetime Heater Warranty. Joe also got me set up with the ability to control my hot tub through an app which is a wonderful feature. I can't forget to mention how wonderful the hot tub itself is. If you're in the market for a hot tub I highly recommend Bull Grills & Spa.

Would not hesitate to purchase from them again! A few weeks ago we were in the market for a hot…read moretub. Jorge was knowledgeable, spent a lot of time educating us and did not pressure us to buy at all. He worked with us to find a hot tub that met our needs and was delivered in a few weeks. On the day of our delivery, after we started filling our tub in the evening, there was water leaking from the tub. They sent a service technician the next morning who repaired a disconnected air hose. Joe, was outstanding! Found the problem, fixed it quickly and then spent extra time going over how to use the hot tub and how to add the chemicals. I am impressed overall with the salesmanship and the service that quickly followed when needed! You should consider them if you are looking to buy a hot tub!!

Brigid and Letitia were both so helpful in helping us select a gift for our close friend. We will…read moredefinitely return for other kitchen purchases! Thank you, ladies :)

We love this store, for their products, for the helpfulness and friendly nature of the clerks, for…read morethe location, with adequate parking. Our most recent visit was to purchase a variety of liquid soaps and lotions. If they didn't have it in stock, they were willing to order it for us. More gentle and agreeable than going online.