Pro: Bulk You can bring your own containers, purchase a jar,…read moreor accept one of the donated ones Paper bags, so no plastic! Eco-friendly Variety of household goods, foods, spices, etc.. You can make your own peanut/almond butter on site! Depending on what nuts they have in the machine Friendly staff Accept recommendations They do have a prepaid "products box" Vegetables/Dry goods/Local dairy/Local vegetables Spices/Herbs/Teas Organic! +90% of products are organic Price is comparable to WholeFoods/Sprouts Need I go on?... Con: Price is comparable to WholeFoods/Sprouts You can get up there but truly the same as a grocery store, but you are producing less waste. Small space I have nothing bad that I can say. Friendly staff, Great products, Eco-friendly, Reducing waste, buying local, more sustainable. If you bring in your own container(s), get them weighed/tarred so you don't pay for the containers weight. I highly recommend The Mighty Bin if you're someone who wants to reduce your carbon footprint, keep our earth cleaner, and still get the products you're looking for at about the same price!

Just found this gem in Northpark! They have an amazing selection of dry goods and cleaning products…read morethat are all eco-friendly and organic. Mini gluten-free and vegan options as well. If you are looking to refill your pantry and not contribute to more plastic waste, this is your spot. Nothing else like it in San Diego! We met the couple who are the new owners and they are really sweet as well.

A pretty large store for the location of it. Wasn't expecting to keep going deeper to find more…read more While I don't usually have luck here with clothing or accessories, I love my home goods and electronics finds here. I typically always find a gem during my visits. It's not always easy to find parking (their lot may be full), but it's worth it for a visit.

Smaller store. Some cute clothes- a lot of women's sizes M and smaller. The prices of thrift stores…read moreare pretty on par with buying a shirt at Walmart. Some items are much lower and def worth going to a thrift store for - furniture, big paintings and wall decor and appliances. They didn't have much of any of that. Mostly clothing and shoes. The cashier was nice.

THRIFT'ED I guess my…read moreclothes aren't "thrifty" enough to be sold at a thrift shop. I figure, when purging and downsizing or just doing early spring cleaning why not make a buck or two or NONE. They have a system where you scan a QR Code which puts you on a waitlist (on average 45-50m wait) and you don't have to wait in line, they will text you when your spot closes in. Majority people seem to do this regularly as they have these reusable thrift bags or they bring in suitcases of clothes - literally in suitcases. A buyer will go thru your clothes and pick and choose based on trend and what they can sell in their store. You then get store credit or chump change. Is it worth the wait, no. Even if you do sell a few items; it's not much. I've tried it twice - first time I came up with some lunch money on some very expensive clothes that still had their price tag. Second time, I came up with ZERO. This tells me I'm outdated or my style isn't that "thrifty" Gen Z look. Whatever I don't sell I just bring to Goodwill for donations and call it a day!

They have so many cute cloths here, I was blown away with how much inventory they have and how well…read morekept it was. The cloths are a bit on the pricey side for second hand but I appreciate that they buy cloths so I don't mind spending a bit more.They have some fitting rooms in the back so you can try stuff on. All the staff are very friendly. Tips if you are selling them cloths, think about the season that it is/coming up, they tend to buy cloth that will sell fastest. The process of selling cloths was easy, they have a waitlist you can join either online before you show up or you can scan a QR code when you get there to join the waitlist. The waitlist is usually around an hour so I recommend doing it online. If you are not in the store by the time they call your name, they will text you to let you know and you will get bumped down the list. You will get more money for your cloths if you opt to be paid in store credit, otherwise for cash you get like half the price. There is no designated parking, it is all street parking.

So many cute things! Bring your inner teen girl for a shopping frenzy of all things cute!read more

Miniso is not so mini after all…read more.. It's a retailer and variety store chain that specializes in household and consumer goods including cosmetics, stationery, toys, and kitchenware that was founded in 2011 in China and has expanded in 100 countries worldwide. Their stores are in 20 US states, with multiple locations in California. Miniso recently had a soft opening in Hillcrest area of San Diego inside the HUB plaza with plenty of free parking. Their website self described as: 'MINISO is based on three core principles: -Affordable high quality: guides our decisions from design to materials. -Joy: the response our customers experience while in our stores. -Lighthearted: the relaxed and happy feeling when encountering the large variety of goods available.' The shop has collaborated with various brands: Barbie, Disney, Sanrio, Harry Potter, Hello Kitty, Minions and others. Every isle has shelves of useful, funny and cool stuff! Some items are necessities and some are for play and fun. This shop offers lots of things I was interested in purchasing for gifting and also to keep for myself. There was a staffer who was helpful, friendly and nice. Overall, it was clean and organized as expected for a new shop. There were items for babies, kids, adults and pets. My pup Fendi and so had fun walking down each isle with wonder and amazement. A wonderful visit, will return and Recommend!

Looks small from outside but is not…read more It's a Ralph's that has some extra options for prepared/organic foods. People are friendly, and it's a standard supermarket ambiance.

See that price? The one that makes you think that's the price for members? It is, if you buy 6 of…read morethat item or some other nonsense you only find out at the register. That was the last time I shop in Ralph's(put Vins in there too), just knock it down and put another Trader Joe's already. High prices average or low quality, no thanks.

Came in to.do.last minute home game prizes. Love the clearance sections of the store. Seems that…read morethere is something to buy for any occasion at a good price. Love the fast check out lines and the customer service here is always great.

This is a larger Marshall's than most in San Diego. Departments are larger and better-stocked for…read morethe most part. Associates are helpful. There's plenty of parking in the shared shopping center. Access from the I-8 is relatively straight forward except for traffic on Mission Center Road, which tends to congest at the I-8.

Right in the middle of Hillcrest in San Diego lies a great, not so little, mystical shop. The…read moreenergy as you walk thru the doors is wonderful, with plenty of giant crystals vibrating and beckoning you in. They have a large selection of just about everything they carry, from gems and crystals and clothing to jewelry and all sorts of mystical gifts. The lady behind the counter also carries a wonderfully peaceful vibe with her, and was very helpful and curious, adding to the overall experience. Pricing is a bit on the high side, but remember they are in a large storefront in the Hillcrest part of San Diego, no cheap rent here. But as opposed to buying your gems or crystals online for less, here you get the hands on experience which counts for a lot when buying such a stone or gem. Plus the atmosphere inside the store is peacefully mystical and refreshing break from all the high energy bars and restaurants nearby. Definitely worth a visit when you're in the neighborhood.

I love having this shop in the neighborhood…read more I'll admit some of their prices are marked up higher than I'm used to seeing at similar stores (especially compared to online shops). I'm guessing that's just the price you pay for Hillcrest rent. I love walking there vs ordering from some soulless online shop so it's fine with me. Other things are priced more fairly, so maybe it all evens out. They also have sales from time to time. I visited on St Patrick's day, and there was a discount on all green crystals, which was super cute. Unfortunately, the bracelet I got that day broke within 3 months of wearing it. It's my go-to shop for incense, oracle cards, and similar gifts, especially around the holidays. They do a great job carrying a little something for everyone and the staff is always really helpful if you're not exactly sure what you're looking for.

I've been here a couple times...mostly to remove a link from a watch for a better fit. Both times…read moreMo was a true professional and I instantly knew that if I needed any work done, he'd be the go to guy. I brought a jacked up Tag for service and repair. Moreover, the crystal was scratched and I wanted it replaced. Mo, the honest and meticulous business owner he is didn't recomend the latter because it would interfere with the aesthetics of the watch. I went through with inspection and repair and declined replacing the crystal based on his recomendation. The watch came back in perfect functional capacity. Ironically, I bought my grail shortly thereafter so I don't even wear the Tag anymore, but I will have it serviced with Mo and not at Rolex in the future.

I came in to the shop for the first time yesterday to get a battery replacement and to get a couple…read moreof straps adjusted and was a great and expedited experience all around. Mo is a personable guy and he did the battery switch out in barely anytime at all and he adjusted the size of another band I had for no charge so was much appreciated.

The owner is so nice and helpful. The prices are very fair and they have a great selection of…read moreprepared foods. Their selection of drinks is amazing too. They even have 15 minute parking spaces which makes shopping here very convenient.

Great little market right in the heart of Mission Hills. I used to come here as a kid to get…read morePopsicles, so it was really nice coming back years later with my girlfriend. We stopped by in December while dog-sitting in the area and ordered sandwiches. My girlfriend is extremely picky when it comes to food, and even she loved them. Everything tasted fresh, the sandwiches were made well, and the whole place still has that classic neighborhood market feel. Definitely one of those local spots that's been doing things right for a long time.

First time in here and it was hard to find things. Clothing is not sorted by size and everything I…read morewas finding wasn't my size. It was annoying to waste soo much time riffling through to not be able to find my size. The only thing I liked that was my size was a green calf length sequined gown that just happened to be on a mannequin. The price was exactly what it should be at a thrift store so I was happy. I also managed to find a fun gift for someone. I like this thrift store, especially since it's for a good cause, but they can benefit from some increased organization.

Nice little thrift shop supporting a good cause. The furniture seems to be a little overpriced but…read moreI have found great deals on clothing, including brand names and current fashions. The employees are always helpful and friendly.