My family and I make it a point to stop here and shop whenever we make the 2+ hours drive from Orange County. Although we usually have a pleasant shopping experience, this time it was very lackluster. The store wasn't busy at all. There were maybe four or five other people in the store besides us. NOT one person greeted us when we walked into the main area of the store and yet there were THREE employees all behind the counter just socializing with one another. The one time any of the four of us were even acknowledged by an employee was when my husband had merchandise in his hands. We're going to skip this place next time and spend our money supporting other businesses. read more

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While visiting Santa Barbara, I stopped by this shop and had a very concerning experience. The price label clearly stated $2 per drink, yet I was charged $3 each when paying in cash. When I questioned it, I was told the price had increased. However, the moment I began taking photos, the explanation changed immediately. Suddenly, the price was back to $2, and instead of correcting the overcharge, I was offered an extra drink. I declined and simply asked for my $3 back. What should have been a straightforward correction turned into an uncomfortable interaction, marked by an arrogant, dismissive attitude and a complete lack of basic courtesy or accountability. There was no apology at any point. If pricing only becomes accurate when questioned, that raises serious concerns. Visitors to Santa Barbara deserve better. Double-check your total before paying. read more

Surf N Wear's Beach House - Surf Shop Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Their t-shirts literally last for YEARS. They always ship promptly and include candy! I order things from this shop even though we live in Texas because whenever we visit in person we love the shop and products so much! read more

I went into beach house today to get a wetsuit for my two-year-old. The gentleman in the back was so incredibly kind and helpful. he helped me find it exactly the right wetsuit for my toddler I was amazed and honor. read more

Ordered very hard to find Apocalypse Now "C.D.S." Sweatshirts.. Quick shipping, great quality, a personalized thank you note included. Although expensive, These are ONE OF A KIND sweatshirts. If ya know, ya know what CDS stands for . So pleased with our purchase! Thank you! read more

5 Stars - Incredible Customer Service! I recently lost my keys while visiting Santa Barbara, and thankfully, someone turned them in to this amazing surf shop. The team held onto them for two weeks while I figured out how to retrieve them, and they were incredibly kind and patient throughout the whole process. One of the employees (Erick) even went out of his way to mail the keys back to me -- and I just received them today! I'm beyond grateful for their honesty and generosity. In a world where it's easy to feel overwhelmed, this kind of integrity and helpfulness truly stands out. read more

They have a nice selection for everything that says and feels 'beachy'. Zero customer service skills. Let's stand around and look cool vibe. read more

Now THIS is the spot for absolutely anything and everything you'll need for the beach. After finding some of the best t-shirts, hoodies, shorts, flip-flops, and hats, it's also a good place for wetsuit and board rentals. Located at the end of State Street at Cabrillo Blvd, and across from Stearns Wharf, it's the perfect pre-beach stop. If you enter from State Street, take the exit out the back through their Surf Shop, and you magically enter into the Funk Zone where wine beer, and food is King. read more

They have limited parking for customers. First came here to buy a rash guard then ended up getting a wet suit... and forgot to use my access card. Second time we came here to buy a surf rack and they were very knowledgeable and able to answer all our questions. After we left, we ended up coming back later that day to buy the odysea surf board. The price was good, they offered to install the fins. I really like how you can ask employees for recommendations or tips read more

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Helpful service. The gentleman at the back in the surf area was really helpful. My husband is the surfer so I was in unknown territory. I received some helpful recommendations that made for nifty stocking stuffers. The gal at the front didn't acknowledge me whatsoever, but the sales guy suggestions helped balanced that negative aspect out. read more

Wonderful selection of both men and worm's clothing right on the beach! Excellent service from the staff.

Roger Nance runs a first class surf shop. We went in to buy my seven year old daughter her first wetsuit. Staff was helpful, attentive and gave good guidance. Surf N Wear Beach House had an extensive inventory. Buying my daughter's wetsuit was easy along with buying booties and got myself some flip flops. Thanks Roger for have a great selection of surf related products! read more

Surf N Wear's Beach House - First surf wetsuit for my daughter. - Surf Shop Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Terrible service, spent over $250 and the service was terrible: Seemed to be mad working on Saturday at 5:00PM. Sucks to visit home to want to re-up on Yater gear and your home town doesn't show you love. Last time I spend this kind of money here. Check out Sun Diego, always happy to see and sell their product, and always have a good attitude! Should have turned my stuff tonight or not purchased anything but love to support Yater.! Sad to see the day in age we're getting into with the new generation. Hates to work, no customer service, last time I shop here! read more

Come in here sometimes to look at used board selection. There's a 7'2" Channel Islands in the back with 2 clear creases in the deck. Have brought it up to the staff on 2 separate occasions. Most recent encounter: "Hey just FYI you have a board back there with 2 creases for $400, might want to check it out." Employee takes a look. "Could be pressures" "Dude... They're creases" "Yeah but someone might be able to get a few days out of it." Employee puts board back in rack. 2 stars for knowingly trying to pawn off broken boards on the unassuming, not a great look for a surf shop. Nice place to get a shirt that says SB. read more

To the man working with curly hair: Idk what you got going on in your life.... But you were so damn rude to my friend and I this afternoon about a little sand on our feet! I understand you want to keep your establishment clean and prevent items being damaged. I get it..... but out of all the ways you could have handled it, you chose being passive aggressive about it and blurting out a comment in the middle of my friend and I talking while you're off restocking things... come on dude. We were just two girls coming from the beach... to the BEACH house to pick up some rainbows. So thanks for that awful experience. I've been going since I was a kid and you made that experience just suck. Also.... I would have had no problem going outside and dusting my feet off but you treated my friend and I like we were rebels coming in carelessly. So yeah we left... also......... You're literally by the beach ? * this review has nothing to do with the quality of the store... it has everything to do with just the bad attitude and poor customer service! read more

Surf-N-Wear was my favorite beach shop when I first moved to Santa Barbara. It had everything: Tropical scented lotions, surf wax, Saint Christophers, thousands of bikini styles, and so on! Anything a tourist could want that represented Santa Barbara was here. Over the years I've grown a little less fond of the shop as it seems many of the items I really enjoyed had disappeared and been replaced with less relevant more expensive products. However, there is still so much good about it and definitely reasons to visit. The Beach House branded clothing are actually probably the best products they sell at this store! They carry a wide variety of surfer styled beachwear for men, women, and kids all with the cute Santa Barbara Beach House logo on them. I have a mint green jacket with their name on it that I bought with my 25% off Axxess deal years ago (which is their current deal in 2017 as well) and I wear it all the time, yet it still has no show of wear and tear. I have bought bikini bottoms here from their sale rack, as that's the only way you'll really find anything below $40 a piece. I've found many gifts to give visiting Airbnb guests or family and friends coming from out of town. This is probably the only shop in town that has genuine, good quality Saint Christopher necklaces and bracelets. Their keychains and stickers are adorable and well priced. And I always try to convince myself to by a cute beach blanket but they're just a little pricey for my liking. Tourists - This is a definitely a great shop to stop in and at least check out what the local style is all about. It's also probably your best bet for high quality souvenirs and trinkets for your best buck. The staff are kind, the stock is generally loaded and organized, the fitting rooms are spacious and plentiful, and the overall experience will leave you with a smile. Parking on the other hand is a little difficult (especially with the State St construction going on) so I'd suggest parking downtown and walking or finding a spot in the Funk Zone on one of the streets there. read more

I came to SB a month ago and didn't get the swim suit I really liked. Well I came today hoping this store still had it. And they did. So I got it. This store has everything you may need for a perfect beach day. read more

Fun place to pick up a bathing suit or beach towel. My daughter and I were shopping for swimwear. We noticed not many places sell a large variety in town. This place has some nice choices. read more

Really needed a bathing suit, sunglasses, and flip flops -- this place was exactly what I was looking for. First of all, it looks small and quaint from the outside, but it's actually pretty big and has a real Zumiez vibe to it. The swim suit section is a great selection of brands like Billabong, and the sunglasses and shoes are quite affordable. The staff was friendly and attentive, and there's a nice little souvenir collection that's actually unique, it's not just a bunch of cheap Made-In-China toys with "Santa Barbara" printed on them, lol -- actually cool things! Great little shop, I'll definitely be back. read more

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Super $$$$ how the Hell did I spend 1400+ for a longboard?!?! MY first Hansen was 100$

The really friendly check-out young uns made up for the really unfriendly vibe of the chatting brood of older male sales individuals in the back. I was there to get a pair of fins and was wandering around trying to figure out where they were. I could have asked, but usually, when shopping, it is nice to be met with a smile, and asked if one needs help locating something. I had tried to order fins online, and trying two different sizes, I thought it better to go in in person, and give the business somewhere local. It took awhile to register that the men were sales clerks. I would drive to Ventura, or just be patient with ordering online, rather than go through that experience again. The older I get, the less tolerance I have for crappy service. Super unwelcoming vibe in the back space. Snooty even. Maybe my skin was too brown, or my age too old, my attire too worn out, maybe I didnʻt smell of money. I tried to offset the elitism sort of attitude by being friendly with the checkout kids. With that said, I am happy with the fins. Will give the churn of Pele in my belly to the sea next time I use them and dig deeper with regard to what it is about this business that no longer resonates as a space I wanna support with my dollars. read more

This is the best surf shop in the area. It has everything you would ever need and the customer service is off the charts. I wasn't even looking for a beach umbrella but found this killer brand of beach umbrellas that were not only cute patterns with fun fringe but they were 100% UV protection. Couldn't get over the easy to carry bag and lightweight. I had to buy one! Now my beach set up is the most styling one on the beach. You must check them out! read more

Awesome place. I stop here for a new pair of Olukais every time I come to Santa Barbara. Just the right vibe.

An SB staple, the Beach House is THE place for all things surfing, with a more laid-back vibe than the "other" shop around the corner; the Beach house is accessible to surfers, locals and tourists alike. My wife and I have bought um-teen wetsuits, boards, accessories and apparel here over the years. The hoodies and Beach House clothing are real quality; I always have one or two on rotation, and they make great gifts for when you visit relatives. It's a big shop, in addition to clothing and suits, you'll find an enormous selection of flips, sunglasses, wetsuits and boards. They are the premier dealer of historically significant Yater longboards, with some of the most beautiful boards anyplace. Excellent used selection as well with knowledgeable and friendly staff. Parking is limited in front, but there are other lots just to the right and down the street. Don't forget to use your Axxess card for 25% off your first purchase! read more

Ran in 10 minutes before closing because I'd forgotten to bring a sweater on my trip, found a $100 sweater & was at the counter ready to buy when they slammed down the garage door & started blasting music so loud my husband & I couldn't hear each other talk. He also had 2 items worth over $100. They could've easily made a last minute sale, but apparently staying literally 2 minutes past 7 is too many. We just set our things down on the counter & left. Really rude & left a bad taste in our mouths. I really wanted that sweater too! :( read more

2/14/21 came in around 3:30. Walked around the huge store. I saw some cute clothes I wanted to try on but NEVER did anyone acknowledge my presence. Hell, I didn't even knew who worked there. I was not about to pay a couple hundred dollars to a business who cannot even simply say, -hello can I help you ' Clothing is cute, customer service is non existent and lost a good sale that day!! Online shopping is the way to go read more

Before our honeymoon, Matt B. owned exactly one pair of swim trunks, which he used, primarily, to shower our dog. We decided to do a little shopping, and Beach House served us well. The selection was huge, with tons of swim trunks in his size. We chose something like a dozen before retiring to the fitting room. Matt tried them all on and most of them looked great. We settled on a few pairs of varying length, pattern, color, etc. We were happy with all of them. I also made Matt get a gray short-sleeved button-down with little black polka dots. It might be the most fashionable thing he owns? He's thirty and Beach House is a surf shop, so that is probably not a good thing. Matt made great use of his suits on our honeymoon, and I was pleased with the way my new husband looked. I'd recommend Beach House as a comprehensive swimwear shop, at least for all the men. read more

I've been a customer of the Beach House since 1965. I've relocated several times over the years and currently live near Santa Cruz. Even though I've moved around, I still love getting down to Santa Barbara a couple times a year and always visit the beach house........that is until the pandemic. Now it's been over year. So I went online found their web site and ordered my annual Yater T-Shirt and a couple other items. Not only did they arrive on time, but they were well wrapped, included a personal thank you note, taffy and the famous Yater Sticker. Thank you for putting a smile on my face and a memory in my heart. read more

Great location and a nice variety with good prices! Really has a Santa Barbara surfer vibe!

It has a large selection of cool products and a friendly, helpful staff. I like the hoodies and they are very reasonably priced. read more

Pretty cool clothes and stuff. Lots of selection and good amount of wetsuits. My only issue is that there's some younger staff and they some times can be heard saying kind of annoying stuff. I'm not the kind of person who thinks workers should be walking on eggshells around customers, but the last time I was here I heard one say "There's a dog out front!" (My dog that my mom was keeping outside) and the other goes "Kick it!"... animal abuse jokes are just the kind of thing you shouldn't be doing when the owner is right in front of you. Kind of offensive, most dogs are like a member of the family. Anyways, good place to buy stuff. read more

Awesome spot.. really cool staff.. great surfing lesson from Shayne!! This place is the best!!

This is where my husband bought his first wetsuit. The guy who assisted us was friendly and helpful. We did not feel rushed nor pressured to buy anything I thought prices were pretty reasonable. read more

Surf N Wear's Beach House - Surf Shop Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

We weee at the store next door to buy shoes, I'm glad we waited and checked out this place first. I was able to buy 2 pairs of flip flops for the same price I was going to pay for one read more

I go to the Beach House pretty often. Everyone that works here is flippin awesome sauce. They always answer any somewhat dumb questions I come up with and there is lots of cool shat to see and try on. Huge surf board inventory. Lots of wetsuits and nice bombshell suits for my wife. Cloths galore..... They even have a good clearance section. Check them out. JRB read more

Nice collection of long sleeve t shirts. Small front decal with larger back logo. Just like my guys want!

The customer service here is awesome! everyone is so friendly and nice and helpfu!! I found exactly exactly what I was looking for and can't wait to start a New life with my new board yeeeehaw! Beach house is the best! read more

Nice selection of Yater Surfboards. Appeared well stocked with apparel. Great place to check out when in SB. Grayson was particularly helpful. read more

SERVICE: Laid back, friendly, helpful staff that liked my jokes :) PRODUCTS: Hurray for surfboards! New & used. I fell in love with the new surfboards in pastel colors. And super cute wetsuits for ladies! Also a great selection on clothes for men, women, and kids. Some souvenirs for the tourists, sex wax for the locals. If you're renting a board they're literally across the street from the beach, so you can't beat that convenience and they have the cheapest price in town ($10/hr). read more

Let me start by saying that I rarely leave reviews, good or bad. My family and I were in SB for 2 days as we made our way down the pacific coast. We decided last minute to try and get a surf lesson. The team here could not have made it easier, they were so pleasant, very flexible, and extremely helpful. While great this is not why I am leaving the review. Our surf instructor was Pete. He was AWESOME!! He made every aspect of the experience so much fun for kids and parents. Truly a great experience for the entire family. If you are in SB and thinking about a surf lesson this is a must stop, ask for Pete! Thanks Pete, you are awesome, it was an absolute pleasure to have met you! read more