We came here in a pinch for an emergency birthday gift, and the staff was so incredible! Expect to pay a bit more here, but shopping locally is so worth it here in Dana Point. Such a wide selection of gifts for kids, as well as adult apparel or souvenirs. I was so pleasantly surprised by our stop in here. Shout out to Grant (I think) for taking care of us! read more

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Went in to buy a Pendleton travel towel today, that I had spotted a couple of days earlier. Everyone was nice, not pushy or hovering. The tall guy with the piercing eyes who rang me up was friendly. Wish you all carried wool Pendleton Blankets. Overall, good experience. Will be back! read more

Cute shop. It did not feel crowded like the other shops on the same street. We were looking for a children's book and this is one of the few shop that had them. They actually had a pretty wide selection. We were also helped right away. This book is super cute! read more

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This review for Coco is long overdue but wanted to thank her for her amazing customer service going above and beyond with her patience, kindness and excellent Christmas wrapping skills for the many gifts I purchased. She made Christmas shopping a very magical and pleasant experience from helping me find the right sizes, ringing me up, answering my questions and wrapping the items with so much care. Many other staff were also so warm and welcoming-I'll need to get their names as well. The supervisor is also so incredible to work with- extremely helpful, knowledgeable about the brand, and is passionate about coming in and what she does. Thank you guys - Everyone loved their holiday gifts! So grateful for the team at this location! read more

Super cute store, nice selection and great service...employees very welcoming, and friendly

Hobie feels like a tourist trap, not a local surf shop. Prices on "budget" tees with Hobie artwork were several times higher than the same blanks without the logo, and even Patagonia items were tagged above the brand's own website. The overall vibe was unwelcoming if you didn't fit a certain look, which made the whole experience feel pretty scammy and exclusionary. read more

Didn't like that the employee only asked me if they could hold my items behind the counter. Not sure if it was meant as a courtesy or because of other reasons. Also employees weren't welcoming. Overall spent too much money at a store that made it seem like we were a bother. read more

Great surf shop for apparel, accessories, decor, surfboards, etc. I haven't bought a surfboard or decor here, but I have gotten clothes and accessories. They aren't cheap, but not expensive. Seems to be good quality items, too. Customer service has always been good. There is another location in Dana Point they can call if you need an item they don't have. Or you could check their website. Parking is a little tricky here since it's on Del Mar Street, and it is a pretty busy street with all the shops and restaurants. There is some parking along the streets and in the back. read more

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I shop here all the time and twice in a row I've had employees with an attitude, so I'm done. Don't follow customers around, it's creepy. When I'm checking out, say thank you and maybe a smile once in a while. read more

Enjoyed shopping. They carried Vuori, levis, Brixton, salty, sanO, Hobie more. Had a great kids section with books, swim wear/gear. They cater to the whole family. They carry the typical sandals and suits for the whole family but also higher end towels and clothing local brands. Good hanging art didn't go unnoticed. Store was neat and clean even. Associates today were helpful and friendly. read more

Friendly staff! I really enjoyed our stroll thru Del Mar this morning! We were greeted with warm smiles and as we shopped and browsed we were helped and assisted with any questions we had. From what we saw and bought, this location carries a good selection, although Dana Point location is bigger I enjoyed this location a lot more. Easy to navigate and I found e Ey thing I was looking fir and then some. read more

Great selection of new brands. Always fresh finds every time I come. Love the Patagonia they carry

There are two Hobie Sports stores within a few miles of each other though I am not sure why. This location is the larger of the two with the other located at 151 Avenida Del Mar. With two locations in San Clemente, Hobie Sports it trying to attract people that drive by as well as those that decide to walk and shop on Del Mar Ave. This corner shop is larger than the second location further down the street, and has a larger product selection. While the store has a hometown feel, they are really lacking in variety and market pricing. If you want to buy a leash, there are two lesser know brands to select from. Wax? Same deal. This is a smaller "either or" type of store. The staff is friendly and if you're not looking for something specific, this is the place for you. read more

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Just moved in to the area and walking around with my 3 year old who needs new boardshorts. I was welcomed by a very friendly and helpful young lady. She took me to the toddler section. Than another young girl came up and asked me what I was looking for as the shorts available were to big for my kid. She was so helpful and gave me information on the shop and sale they have in San Juan Capistrano and gave me a flier. Great, welcoming help ! Thank you! read more

What bull shit is this place. So we walk-in today and the girl who greats us is friendly and says "ALL" clothes today is 40 percent off. so I find a clothes beach cover up that is $70.00 and go to pay for it when the girl at the register says oh this isn't and yes it's clothes is not 40 percent then she ask her look like 21 year old manager and he too says no the. COver up " clothing is not 4o percent off. Really what the hell 70 for a cover up with 40 percent off it's still expensive but I was happy to buy it until this poor business transaction happen. Unprofessional Business I'm surprised Poor HOBIE is still in business they lost a sale and a customer who use to buy a lot there for life . Bad business poor employees they are killing Hobie whAt a shame . Don't recommend going there and buying anything. You nee serious micro management to see what is happening you losing business read more

Stopped in to switch out a scarf I had gotten for a different color, the staff was very welcoming. The manager was extremely helpful and a perfect example of great customer service. They didn't have the color I wanted at the SC store so she called the DP store and found what I was looking for. She could easily have said they didn't have any other colors and been over it, but she didn't. I appreciate that very much. The store is clean and bright, a little pricy but it's all good quality stuff so you get what you pay for. I'll be going in again soon because I saw a few things I have to have :) read more

great experience here. nice little shop, i was visiting from los angeles and accidentally got a boy's large rather than a men's. explained my situation on the phone, and returned the shirt i got for a new one in a men's large. very helpful staff and i'd definitely come again! just wish there were some boards to look at :) read more

Went in to buy a pair of Sanuk beach shoes. The first cashier that I spoke to was rather nice. Then they said they didn't accept Paypal as a payment method. Afterwards when I sat down on a bench in their store to exchange some Bitcoin to fiat on my phone the manager started complaining and basically trying to kick me out of their excuse for a shop. I've been living in Bali for about two years before coming to California and I must say that the way some people behave in these here western parts is just sad. A lot of people are rude and greedy to the point of ridicule. In the east I have never seen a situation when a friendly customer is looking to buy something in a local store and the store manager or owner would be impolite to them, moreover trying to push them out the door when they are spending their valuable time to comply to what their store accepts as a payment method. Paypal has been on the market for more than a decade and a half, it's an international payment method. It's surprisingly absurd that in a state that claims to be on the forefront of high-tech innovations the vast majority of retail locations do not even accept Paypal in the year 2015, not to mention Bitcoin of course. They probably accept Bitcoin in more retail stores and cafes in Kerobokan, rather than in the greater Los Angeles area read more

Friendly and helpful staff, chill store. Nice selection of Pendleton colab shorts. Average prices. Always a good time to shop or peruse.

Outstanding customer service. I called & Natalie was more than happy to help me. She found the shirt I was looking for in the size I needed. I'll be shopping here again. read more

Such a perfect shopping experience as we open up. Hobie was so caring with their opening. From the great conversation at the door with a staff member as we waited, to the best help once in the store. Mason helped us and was fantastic. Keep it up Hobie. #shoplocal we will! read more

If you like surfshops that don't actually sell surfboards then this is your place. More of a chick store for the ladies to buy shoes/apparel and their accompanying boyfriend to buy a Hobie shirt to look the southern california part. Yawn... read more

These folks understand customer service, and practice it! Dick Metz, the co-founder made this their "Mantra" 40+ years ago....it lasts to this day. If you want the best equipment, and support---give them a shot, you will become a loyal customer as my family has. RB Alexander & Family read more

My first experience here was amazing all because of Cameron C! I will definitely be coming back. I think he should get a promotion or some kind of reward for his great work ethic! read more

Great staff. Everyone was very welcoming and inviting. Keep up the good work Hobie san Clemente.

We make the annual pilgrimage on Thanksgiving from Jacksonville, FL to San Clemente and the Hobie Surf Shop. Shevon Franz and her team are the best and very responsive with a customer service issue with an item purchased. They followed up with updates letting us know the status of the replacement. I can definitely see a Hobie longboard in our quiver soon! Richard & Theo Shaw read more

such a good atmosphere here. went in and was treated by super nice guy named chris. he was the homie and helped me find a really nice pair of trunks. the guy didn't try to oversell or anything he was just like super mellow and was a genuinely nice guy. definitely will be coming back here. read more