Super racist workers who work here. The owner also does nothing either. I've witnessed multiple times where the people in this business spewed horrible attitudes and disrespect to certain customers who come in and don't fit into the stereotypical look of a skater, and because of this, they are ignored and not helped at all. They also like to take advantage of customers who are new to skateboarding and otherwise wouldn't know the actual prices of things, so they overcharge them. I've come into this shop multiple times with my children and nephews and have witnessed multiple times people of other races or those who don't fit the stereotypical look of a 'skater' who are treated completely different to my children and myself, in that they are completely ignored, not helped at all, or given a horrible attitude and judge mental looks towards. This is completely unacceptable and should not be tolerated. I will not be coming into this business any longer and will not be recommending it to anyone, and neither will my husband who works in the skateboarding industry. Avoid this place and don't support this business. They have no respect for anyone and have no business running a lemonade stand, let alone a skateboarding shop. read more

Went in to check on a couple of things for my kids. Was given some crap attitude just because dude named Michael wanted to not be disturbed while playing skate on the TV. I grew up skating and coming here. But unfortunately, the shop has taken a drop in its service. Owner is chill and he is usually helpful and polite. But it's a bummer to see the terrible customer service and it being a huge turn off to other people including myself. Especially if someone may be coming in for their for time. Hope the dudes day gets better if he is having a bad day, but he is obviously grown enough and been at the shop long enough to know how he should be treating anyone new, young or old coming into the shop. Stay Blessed Pacific Drive, and hopefully this is seen as a message to be able to grow and learn from and taken as constructive criticism. read more

Almost feels like a hidden hole in the wall right by the beach. A great shop for parts, decks, new boards and a friendly staff... there are hundreds of autographed boards by pros far and away all over the ceiling which really creates a cool environment. Jim and everyone in his staff is always super helpful even if skating is new to you and they are here to help. My go-to spot for advice and parts... Thank you for dealing with my basic questions and always helping when a part goes out on the boardwalk! read more

Pacific Drive - Skate Shops Near Me - San Diego, California

I went in to buy my son a skateboard and possibly get myself a new set up as well. The sales associate was having a personal conversation with his Buddy about what they were going to do that night. The first thing he says is that they were about to close. Not hello or how are you doing or how can I help you! Any greeting would've been nice! Then I pry him away from his conversation to ask him a few questions regarding my son's size and what set up I should get him. He did not want to help at all. I wanted to spend money but refuse to give anyone money for that kind of service. I have been shopping there since I was a kid and I will never go back or recommend this shop to anybody again! read more

Hands down the best skate shop in all of San Diego. One of the last true to its roots board shops left here in San Diego. Everything is insanely reasonably priced. Everything you need to shred is at pacific drive. Will be coming here for as long as my body allows me to keep pushing read more

Been shopping at Pac Drive since like 1991! Awesome products and awesome knowledgable staff and fantastic vibe! Thanks for always taking care of me Jim! read more

Pacific Drive - Skate Shops Near Me - San Diego, California

Staff is very unenthusiastic and act like you're wasting their time when you talk to them. Don't expect them to have more than 2 quantity of items in stock. read more

There's a decent selection of boards in other gear, but I would say it is primarily a clothing shop. The staff were very inattentive and sat around laughing and having personal conversations during our entire visit. Not once did anyone say hello or ask if we needed help. We don't fit the stereotypical skater look and we are girls which I don't think helped. The entire shop is geared towards men, only men's clothes, only men's sizes, and the staff embody that. Soul Grind skate shop and Slappy's garage are far better places to go with infinitely friendlier staff and far better selection of actual boards and parts. read more

Pretty bummed with service here at the drive. I came in a purchased a pair of shoes with my guy. We were charged twice and it has been a hassle to get a refund. I have yet to receive one despite being told that the refund reflects on their end. My account however does not show and refund deposits whatsoever. I asked if I could possibly come in a pick out another pair of shoes or maybe a few shirts but was told no and that there was nothing left for them to do other than to "take it up with your bank." I have purchased things from here in the past but will no be taking my business elsewhere read more

Ready? Set? Go. This is officially the sneaker head's (preferably nike SB) hideout. For those hypebeast who don't know about Pac Drive then...... sad times for you. Its one of the few skate shops in San Diego that has a decent Nike SB account. They usually have many of the exclusive SBs from Trainers, Blazers, Dunks, Dunks Hi, Dunk lows and Teams. Although the nike SB hype may be dying down. Its still a pretty cool place to hang out and skate. There are endless amouts of people who skate professionally who loiter the area. Usually their just skater bums who don't have nothing else to do but skate. There isn't any thing wrong with that! I'm pissed because I can afford to do it! besides from the Nike SB's they have a pretty good selection of other shoes, decks and tools you'll need. So if their is shoe that you know that is coming out and You don't want to risk buying it off ebay. Check this place first. Happy hunting! read more

I love my boys that work here They're always super nice! they always have a great selection of skate shoes and hard to find dunks! Great spot for the sneaker freak in your life! Long Live Pacific Drive! read more

A legit place to get all your gear at. this shop takes the cake in my opinion. Great selection. and decent prices. Keep pushin'! so I've been here a few times and I'll keep coming back.. good people.... they really know how to hook it up. hehhe read more

This is definitely the place to go whether you're buying skate shoes for a friend,family member, or significant other... They've got great selections! :) read more

Bought a section 9 skateboard here recently, the skateboard is fine and I am happy with that. But people should be aware that the price listed here is a bit higher than the section 9 official website (mine is 10$ more). So if you can wait for the shipment, you can try it out in the store and order it online. read more

Pac Drive has been holding down the San Diego skate scene for 28yrs. Support Your Local Skate Shop!!!! read more

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I called to see if this store carried a specific product. When asked the response was unbelievably rude and disrespectful. He used a monotone voice, mocking me and the way I spoke because I just had oral surgery, he then told me to "come into the store and find out for myself". They need to be more aware of who they are hiring. read more

Workers seemed like they didn't wanna be there. Selection of shirts was cool but the skate stuff was overpriced. Better off going to soul grind nearby or Zumiez read more

Just went yesterday and bought my daughter a new long board. Cute little shop, so convenient to Pacific Beach. We were in a hurry so didn't get a chance to browse much, but could tell I would have easily bought more. read more

Good gear cool shop Alot of good decks and perfect price point hopefully the owner will hook it up after peepin this review !))) read more

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OG San Diego skateshop!! Pacific Drive is the last good skate shop left in San Diego (now that Emerald City in MB is gone) - anything else in town is sellout garbage!!! read more

Legit core skate shop. Not many left in the world. No mall bullshit here. Ran by ACTUAL skaters who know whats up. Yeah they may not be ur pretty boy mall employees who kiss your a$& and try to sell u stuff but isnt that what everybody really wants? And thats to be helped when u actually need it by guys who actually know what they are talking about! Hell yeah keep up the good work read more

Pacific Drive has helped out more skateboarders over the year's than any other skateboard shop in the world. They always have the newest shoes, clothes and skateboards. No reason to go to the mall and get a skateboard, PD sells decks for only $40 for pro boards! read more

DOPE shop, huge board selection, super friendly, really helpful, mellow guys. Not pushy for sales, and super knowledgeable. Bought two awesome Sector 9 long boards, and they said to come back anytime with questions or if we needed adjustments or anything. read more

Gotta show sum love cuz This really is the last legit skateshop in town... They always have sum sick ass kicks for a good price...

don't sleep on pd "pacific drive " when my son gets old enough he will be getting some fresh kicks there. i support jim 100%, he is a veteran in this clothing game, and has supported skate and surf culture for years and still going strong, peep da history of pacific drive. peace, da smackdown read more

We drove from LA and my nephew wanted some wax for his skateboard and the gentleman working went above and beyond to help them and even gave them some free stickers , really felt welcomed and im glad we stopped by. read more

Place rules. Parking is a nightmare, but just parks a few blocks over and skate to the shop. I just wanted a cheap shop board, didn't need anything fancy. They were quick, friendly, and fun. Definitely will be shopping here in the future. read more

called here looking for some dunks for the bf had it came in and they had them friendly staff small shop but carries a good selection of shoes! Thanks guys read more

Shoes shoes shoes. Great selection of shoes and shoes on sale. Good prices too. Psyched!!!! I'll be back for sure.

Had a set of trucks I received as a gift, which I believe were purchased at this shop. I didn't have the receipt, but the trucks were brand new, unridden. I wanted to exchange them for a set of wheels (which cost more than the trucks & I was happy to pay the difference). They had the wheels I wanted in stock & carried the trucks I had. When I explained the situation & had it bounced off the manager, they said no, it would be too much trouble. Too much trouble to exchange an item & take extra money from me? OK, whatever. I went up the street to Soul Grind & they were more than happy to help me out. They gave me great customer service, unlike Pacific Drive did. I paid the difference for the wheels & also bought some additional items. When you need skate gear in P.B., go to Soul Grind, where they take care of customers. The young punks at Pacific Drive appear more interested in talking up the cute girls that pass by the shop, rather than giving good customer service! read more

Like many of the skater kids in the PB area, I grew up at Pacific Drive. Been friends with Jim since 1986 or so. He's always ran a real skate shop by real skateboarders and has been the hangout for generations of true skaters. Many of my best memories growing up were at this place. read more

Iv ben coming to pacific drive for more then ten years now since I was kid. Pacific Drive has literally everything a real skateboarder needs. They have all the new tasteful tees, pants, shoes, boards, wheels, trucks, ect. They blow away every other skate shop in San Diego hands down. I will always come back the pacific drive for all my skateboarding needs. read more

Being a newb at skating, these guys were not pushy at all. They know everything about skateboards and were able to fit me with the right board for my level of experience and comfortability. read more

Best skate shop in SD parking sucks but they all types of goodness straight from San Diego. Support local shops PB M***** F*****.

Probably the most slept on skate shop in San Diego, Pac Drive is the gem of the city. Vans Syndicate, Nike SB, well stocked skate gear...not much else to ask for. One of the coolest staffs around too. read more

The fellows were supper helpful and knowledgeable. Total recommend this shop for any skateboard needs!!! Thanks guys!!!!

this shops always got sick shoes and boards and they got a little curb to skate out front. right on the beach and the guys there are genuinely helpful. kinda hard to get parking down there but its worth it to check out if you're in pb read more

pac drive is the tru og san diego skate shop,its located just feet away from the beach in a great location.one of the best and largest selections of skateboard products,with so many rare shoes from nike to lakai (not to mention they had a great limited edition dc lynx pac drive callaboration shoe lmtd to 100 pairs).pacific drive also holds many events open to the public you just have to stop by and see for your self. read more