I had a lot of trouble finding a florist that could deliver sympathy flowers to my best friend on base. Living in Hawaii, I could not simply order them to pick up and deliver myself. After a nightmare experience with Proflowers, I found Semper Fi Florist. The gentleman who took my call was extremely patient with me. He listened to my request, worked with my budget and made sure that the flowers he suggested were okay with me for the arrangement. He was extremely polite and courteous, never rushing me during the call. Even with another call coming in, he asked me to hold briefly while he took their number to call back. He wasn't sure if he could deliver the same day, and said it may be the next day. He was willing to deliver at any time the next day that I needed. I was concerned that they would be delivered while my BF was at the service and the flowers could be left out to wilt. Not even two hours after hanging up, she sent me a photo of the beautiful arrangement he made and delivered today. The customer service provided was impeccable and I highly recommend this florist. I will definitely be calling them again the next time I want to send flowers to Camp Pendleton. read more

Semper Fi Florist - White Lilies, Carnations and Roses - Florists Near Me - Oceanside, California

Rude staff. Very Unprofessional. Business is more than just selling, its about how you carry yourself in the real world and how you handle real life scenarios. read more

This business is not nice to the locals at all. They called the cops on my mother who was selling flowers far from them. She was nowhere near their area or disturbing them. She was not affecting their business. The reason they called the cops on my mother was because they wanted to be the only one selling flowers around that area. That supposedly they weren't getting any sales because of my mother being there. They could've came & talked to us if it was a problem but they instead called the cops, which the cops were nice & asked us to just move the next street over. This place sucks, I've been there before too & they rejected service because they ONLY wanted to serve the marines/vets. I only wanted to buy flowers for a loved one. read more

Extremely disappointed with this florist's behavior. They called the police on my mother even though she was not disturbing anyone and wasn't anywhere near their business causing problems. The staff were unnecessarily mean and handled the situation with zero compassion or professionalism. Instead of treating people with basic kindness and respect, they escalated things for no reason. I would not recommend supporting a business that treats people this way. read more

This business is not nice to the locals at all. Extremely disappointed with this florist's behavior. They called the police on my mother even though she was not disturbing anyone and wasn't anywhere near their business causing problems. The staff were unnecessarily mean and handled the situation with zero compassion or professionalism. Instead of treating people with basic kindness and respect, they escalated things for no reason. I would not recommend supporting a business that treats people this way. read more

I came in here for a quick purchase as my son forgot to buy flowers for his date. The florist did not have ready made arrangements in what I was looking for. The kind owner offered to create the most beautiful bouquet right on the spot. It was absolutely gorgeous and I could not have asked for better customer service. He created a bouquet exactly like I was looking for with pink and white roses, pink lilies, and additional filler flowers. Flowers were fresh and beautiful. Recommended. read more

Great service beautiful arrangements. I recommend this florist to all. Great prices and customer support.

Fresh flowers. Nice customer service. Looked great! Will def use them again! Shop local. read more

Semper Fi Florist - My mom loved her birthday flowers! - Florists Near Me - Oceanside, California

This flower shop is amazing. Every time I have gotten flowers from here, they have come out spectacular. The owner was super helpful and even though these flowers were bought for a sad event, help walked us through on how to get choose the best flowers for the occasion. I would def. Continue to go to this flower shops when I need flowers for a big event. read more

Semper Fi Florist - Flowers for a funeral - Florists Near Me - Oceanside, California

Beautiful prom corsages. He made them exactly how we wanted and the flowers we beautiful.

Horrible customer service. My sister sent me roses as a get well and they never bloomed/opened up and by day 3 they were slumped over dead. I called them and informed them of this and the owners reply was, most roses never open, just enjoy them for 3 days and that's all you get. I've never heard of such a stupid thing, why would anyone buy flowers that only last 3 days. Never using them in the future read more

We were in a rush to get a boutonniere for our daughters prom and Semper Fi Florist came through like a champ. We have lived near the florist for 12 years and I'm ashamed that I never went in. The place is wonderful and has so many options. The owner is very friendly and fun to chat with as well. Glad I finally went in.... the boutonniere was beautiful and I know we will be frequent customers! Thanks Semper Fi :-) read more

The only thing going for this florist is they are close to base. I wouldn't recommend them! Even with a military discount, their prices are too high and they take advantage of the military community in this respect. Flowers are also poor quality! None of the flowers we have ever purchased from this location have ever lasted longer than two days. Don't waste your time here. Go to Oceanside Florist! It might be further away, but you will be satisfied with the price and quality far more than Semper Fi florist. The shop is also a junky, jumbled mess. read more

Me- Why don't you ever buy me flowers? *indignant* Manslave- Babe, I will... Me- O_o And so that day FINALLY came...when we attended the Marine Corps Ball and he presented me a beautiful and sweet smelling wrist corsage of red roses *YAYE* I felt uber special (from getting lots of compliments)- thanks SO much, Semper Fi Florist :) Sidenotes: -24hr order by phone or online -Delivery available -"Military is Corps for Semper Fi Florist" article http://www.nctimes.com/business/article_9e8284c9-dc5d-5ddb-bd75-fdf0ac8b14ab.html read more

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Well, after trying a florist shop before and not really happy with the order, I decided give Semper Fi a try... I have purchased here for the spur of the moment floral gifts and have been happy. These were simple orders, and made for a child to hold. But I wanted to see what I would get ordering floral leis as I did with my last visit to another floral shop. The place is small, but has a lot to select from in the store itself. As for the fresh floral arrangements and florals on hand they have a good selection, but that may depend on what days you go. So as I mentioned my visit was for the leis... and I was very pleased for what we ordered. The couple are older and the ordering was kind of a chore because they spoke over each other (with an accent), and it just wasn't professional, but they are old school style, so if you have the patience it's all good. They weren't shy about telling the truth on what you select and will be quick to suggest other options. They are friendly in an odd way. The prices are so-so, but you know, if you want a good arrangement you are going to pay the price for a good arrangement, unless you have connections :-) ! I would return, but I will have to make sure I am not in a hurry and turn on my patience mode. read more

These flowers are so overpriced. My husband paid $25 for a small bouquet of hydrangeas. The bouquet didn't have anything special either to justify the price. You can get a bouquet twice the size at Trader Joe's for about a third of the price. read more

We have been getting our sons' flowers for their dates for years here. Such beautiful corsages and reasonable prices!

This is my go-to!! I called right before closing time, the Thursday before Mother's Day because I needed 2 specialized bouquets for a Relief and Appointment ceremony...and I needed them ready first thing the following morning. Although they were slammed, Ali promised me they would be ready on time despite my late/last minute/desperate request. Bouquets were ready early and were really gorgeous!! read more

Worker was very pushy and criticized me for not wanting to buy the roses he suggested for my anniversary. Also got very weird when I said I was also buying a flower for my son. Overall the flowers were nice but not great, but way overpriced for the quality. read more

We had a hard time finding a corsage for my four year old. Everywhere we called either didn't have toddler size or needed to be ordered several weeks in advance. My husband remembered this place from marine corp balls so I called in. The website says special orders need 24 hr advanced notice but I called about 4 hours before the father daughter dance on 6/12, the lady was accommodating, she gave me pricing and asked what color my daughters dress was, she was so helpful, took my order and payment over the phone and had the corsage ready in 2 hours. We arrived and it was beautiful, fresh and went great with her dress. My husband plans on coming here for a corsage every year. read more

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This place is great, except one thing. The sign on the window says they give a military discount, yet the 5+ times we've bought arrangements the man behind the counter says they do not give a military discount. I think the reason for this is b/c before you even get to checkout, he's already thrown in some freebies (a balloon, a nicer flower, etc.). Which is really nice - and that's a GREAT personal touch for a mom & pop shop. BUT if you say you give the discount, give the discount despite having already given the personal touch of a job well done. That said, the flowers we've gotten there are great and we've always been happy with both their flowers and their service. :-) read more

Ordered a Valentine's arrangement for delivery, first off online ordering is very simple and easy no hassles, a variety of arrangements to chose from, the arrangement I chose was almost identical to the one I picked out, delivery time was very reasonable considering it was very last minute on Valentine's Day. Was a little over priced but overall was happy with their service. read more

Semper Fi Florist - Florists Near Me - Oceanside, California

I've come to this florist since my freshman year winter formal to get a wristlet corsage and Ali never fails to disappoint. They're always beautiful and he's so helpful. He's local and so kind. read more

Our dear son was getting married on a Sat. morning in April on base and I wanted to get a bouquet and boutonniere for them...quickly! Called over the phone and explained the situation and Ali set us up with exactly what we wanted! (they had the flowers ready in an hour and a half!!) I was very pleased with the service! Ali, thank-you to you and your shop! read more

Semper Fi Florist - Flowers for our Marine's wedding! - Florists Near Me - Oceanside, California

Ali was great. I got just what I wanted. Very efficient. I called at the last minute and he came through with a beautiful arrangement for a funeral. Thank you. read more

Needed last minute balloons filled up with helium and they knocked them out quick. Much less cheaper than party city

Delivery failed! I was sad last valentines. I didn't know that my bf ordered flowers from this shop and supposedly delivered a day before valentines. For some reasons, Ali wrote a wrong unit number. He put 46 instead of 47. The delivery guy did a great job! He delivered it on time .....but he delivered it to my neighbor. And my good neighbor signed it for me! I wonder if there's someone live there with the same name like me! And if her husband and my bf have the same name too. Why they need to accept the flowers if it's not for her? Lol if she wants flowers, she should ask her husband to get her too. I feel sorry for Ali coz he needs to give me a dozen of roses and might charges it to the delivery guy. It happened! He gave me less than what I should receive last valentines but I'm still thankful, after 7 days I got a dozen of roses from my bf. read more

Popped in here on my way to dinner to get a bouquet for my mom. The owner was thoughtful and showed me his suggestions. I love when store keepers engage with their customers, it's a rare feat these days. I found a pretty bouquet at a good price and the owner added a nice bow to it. I found a nice greeting card, too. I enjoyed chatting with the owner very much. read more

Customer Service is great! I can't thank them enough! I forgot to order my daughter a corsage for her dance so I went in the store to see if they could make me one in less than an hour and without hesitation they did! They were a lifesaver! Not many florist do things at the last minute but let me tell you they do thank you! read more

Owner has bad attitude. Cheap flowers are way over priced and not even a good selection what so ever. Go somewhere else. Hell, go to Vons.

The worker was extremely rude. I have no idea how corsages work and I came in for one, he was extremely rude. He spent a whole 4 minutes yelling at me to lecture me that he doesn't want to do it because I didn't call ahead. If he can't do it that's one thing, but if he can do it but just feels like yelling at a customer that's unacceptable, I had no idea how to do this and he was rude. He also overcharged me, a simple flower was 57$ and it died the next day. To conclude, he overcharged me, gave me a bad product, and was very very rude to me. All he had to do was say yes I can provide this service, or no I can't, but yelling at a customer because he didn't feel like doing his job even though I paid him a lot of money was not okay. I'd highly recommend finding a different shop this man is rude and incompetent because the flower wasn't even good it was already dying. I hardly ever write reviews but his deliberate rudeness when I was nothing but nice was uncalled for. read more

I would not buy from here. How can a business be called Semper Fi Florist and refuse to donate a wreath to the travelling Vietnam Memorial Wall is beyond me? read more

I have lived in Oceanside since 1980 and I have noticed this florists window display has never been updated it is an eyesore ! Be great to see it get a face lift! read more

I have nothing but good things to say about this flower shop. I have used several that did not give the same quality of service that I received from Semper Fi flowers. I have shopped there several times and they are always ready to help you find that perfect design. The flowers are always fresh and beautifully arranged. This is a shop that I highly recommend to all my friends and family. read more

Great local florist! The flowers are always fresh and they really care about their customers! Prices are very reasonable too.

This business does treat their employees fairly and legally, pays them under the table.

If I could give this place negative stars I would. As I was checking out an old lady tried to give me a $5 discount due to my long wait. Considering I was spending about $80, I thought it was a nice gesture. The owner (old guy with a strong middle eastern accent) got pissed and pushed her out of the way to remove the discount. I got in the turd's face, but he didn't care since my card was already charged. The flowers wilted in about 3-4 days. I won't be back. read more

I decided to visit this florist on my home to get some flowers for my wife. So I walk in and ordered sunflowers and she asked me how much I wanted to spend.... really? So I said 30 bucks and she responds with " how about $35?" WTH! I agreed. She walked to the fridge and pulled out a pathetic selection of flowers and I had to ask her " is that really $30 worth of flowers?" She stopped and thought about it for a second and she said " I'll give you two more". Just the fact that she agreed that I wasn't being given the value for my money was almost enough for me to leave.... After that she rudely processed my debit card for payment and didn't even say thank you. I strongly discourage you from buying from this place. You might get ripped.... read more

Worst Florist Ever. I Ordered Flowers And Chocolates For My Sister As A Wedding Gift. She Got The Flowers, But Not The Chocolates. I Was Roof About Three Stories OfWhere They Were, But Nobody Could Find Them. I Spent Almost$68 On Them And Expected Them To Be Delivered Like Promised. They Are Now Refusing To Refund My Money. I Would Never Suggest This Place To Anyone. I Will Never Do Business With Them Again. read more

We've used them several times and they're always beautiful flower arrangements. Our friends and relatives who receive the flowers are always very complimentary about them. Recently I ordered flowers and candy for someone special. When the flowers arrived she called to thank me. I asked her how she liked the candy as well and she said that she didn't receive candy, just the flowers. So I called the florist and asked why the candy wasn't delivered with the flowers. The florist said he would check on it and within a half hour the box of candy was delivered by the same nice young man that had delivered the flowers, along with an apology. It was simply an oversight by a new part time delivery driver who was filling in for the regular driver who had a dentist appointment. The florist called to tell me what happened and even offered to give me a refund for the candy but I declined to accept the offer. Needless to say, once again, I'm happy with the flowers and their service. They go out of their way to create beautiful flower arrangements and I wouldn't use anyone else. read more