While taking a stroll through Old Town, we stumbled upon Toby's Candle shop. They have 4 different…read morehands-on activities to choose from for kids, and my son wanted to dip his own candle and choose his own colors. There were a variety of candle shapes to choose from at different price points. He opted for the boat, which was about $8. You first pay for your candle, then an employee attaches a string and hook so you can start dipping. There were several colors to choose from. After selecting his colors, my son was patient between each dip as you have to wait 15 seconds to dry. You do have to be careful not to drop your candle into the colored wax because otherwise you're done for and candle is gone. He had a great experience and really enjoyed seeing his candle come together after each dip. The shop itself is pretty small so it can feel crowded very quickly, but the candle dipping experience was fun.

Adorable & Memorable Date Spot!…read more While visiting Old Town, my boyfriend took me to Toby's Candle & Soap Shop and it ended up being one of the cutest memories of our trip! I'm so glad he brought me here, but I sure wish I had taken more photos because the inside is so beautiful and peaceful. We got to dip our own candles in different color wax (so fun!) and picked up some of the best-smelling incense I've ever found -- and everything was super affordable! Amazing service, awesome prices, and the vibes were unmatched. Honestly can't wait to come back the next time I'm in San Diego!

A cute little Hawaiian boutique store in the Mira Mesa plaza where Little Sakana and Ding Tea is…read moreat. We had a lion dance performance there for their 2nd anniversary for Kimmi and her store. Congrats by the way! But the store consists of nice clothing, candles, and cute Pacific Islander gifts. Come by and check it out and support Kimmi and her local business. Aloha and Mahalo.

I'm surprised no one has reviewed Aloha Scent. This place is cool. It's tucked away in the Village…read moreat Mira Mesa Mall. I remember when the store opened it was mostly candles. Now the owner, Kimi, has lots of various items. She has handmade Hawaiian dresses, backpacks, wallets, her staple candles, and other cool items. Kimi, the owner is super sweet and has a contagious laugh. I went to get a candle. It smelled really good. I went back to get another candle and my daughter loved her backpacks. We got a hello kitty backpack and my daughter went everywhere. She showed everyone her backpack. "Look at my backpack". She is so proud of that thing. Go to Aloha Scent and buy something cool. At least check it out. There aren't any other island shops like this in the area.

I ordered two candles and one soap. They arrived quickly and safely. They all smell so good. I've…read moreonly lit the beachside orchid so far, it's great! The smell is terrific. Not too overpowering but makes my place smell wonderful. Great job guys. I'll be ordering more for sure.

Hands down the best lotion! I can't tell you how hard it is to find a lotion that truly sinks into…read moreyour skin, and nourishes it. I'll be gifting the lotions, soaps, and candles for all my family and friends this Christmas, so they stop stealing my supplies.

Came here on a Sunday evening with a friend. We just happened to drive by and we were so excited to…read moredo something crafty. The employee working was super nice and helpful. They have so many jar options to choose from and different price options. Loved all the scents they had available to choose. I think the only basic they didn't have was plain vanilla. They had other options but it was mixed with something else. All the other scent options great! The $5 add on for sea shells or stones for the top of your candle is a fun edition! We were able to add these half hour after making the candle. So there is a bit of a wait to let the candle settle after making it but we just walked around a bit and still were able to take out candles home same day. There is a two day wait after making it until you can use it. It's totally worth it. So much fun!

My friend and I randomly stumbled upon this place while wandering around Carlsbad Village and…read morehonestly it was such a vibe! Super fun and lowkey therapeutic which was exactly what we needed. The staff were awesome, super friendly, and walked us through everything step by step. We got to pick our own vessels and scents which was honestly the best part. I mixed mango coconut and pineapple together and it smelled so good! We threw some glitter into the soy wax mix because obviously we had to and we even got to design our own labels which turned out so cute. The candle needed an hour to cool so we went off and explored the area and then came back to top them off with some stones. They turned out so pretty omg! The price was worth it! Oh and since I was giving mine as a gift one of the staff members tied a little ribbon on my bag without me even asking which was such a sweet touch. If you're looking for something fun and a little different to do you have to check this place out!!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

I love this little woman-owned business. The owner is so knowledgeable about plants, and she…read morealways has great ideas when you're looking for a special gift. Definitely stop by when you're in Point Loma!

I randomly stumbled upon this store, and I was really excited that we stopped by. The shop was…read moresuper cute and had a variety of plants, accessories, children's book, and other cool items, including food stuffs. The Lady who was working the day we went in was really sweet and offered us samples of gummies from Switzerland. She also informed us that all the plants were on sale for 20% off. In the back room, my dad and I found some Lemon Lime Maranta plants and wanted to purchase them, but we didn't know much about them. Luckily the Lady was a wealth of information and we felt pretty reassured that we were well-informed, so we bought them! Mine has been thriving, so you know they know how to care for their plants! I want to go back to look around again.

LOVE LOVE LOVE this hidden gem!!!! If you've got great taste…read moreor you're the type that has no clue what to buy someone, you've got to come check out this boutique in Little Italy!!! It's a destination by itself, but if you've got time, make a day of it by grabbing a gorgeous flower petal cake slice at the bakery next door, then walk around Little Italy (aka Restaurant Row) where you'll find lots of great choices for lunch & dinner. BUT FIRST SHOP -since hours are limited and you won't want to miss this shopping experience! You'll find lots of unique gifts, items to decorate your home, and even jewelry & scents that anyone would love to receive! I had way too much fun looking at every single thing in the store. If I could, I'd take it all. If you want a gift, invite me to your next party cuz I'm just dying to shop here again! On your way in, tell Sean I sent you! He's not only the owner, he's also the creative genius behind everything you see. So if you're looking for something special and don't see it, I'd check with him to see if he can order it. SUPPORT SMALL BUSINESSES SUPPORT LOCAL

We were staying downtown and stopped in Love & Aesthetics as we were walking by. The store has some…read morecute and unique items for sale an a very cute dog for petting. My husband found a couple bar soaps that smelled really nice. One was on sale for 50% off so a great deal! Service was very friendly and fast.

A fun scavenger hunt, that we recently participated in, led us to this cozy & very aromatic store…read more It's definitely full of aroma! It's located on the Historical Bernardo Winery property In Rancho Bernardo. If you love scents for yourself or know of someone that likes candles n such. This store is for you! It's a great little shop of unique items to brighten your day with a gift for yourself or a loved one--in other words. Like Me/ Moi...I'm that friend! Especially since gift giving and getting is a love language of mine. The lady in the store was super nice and I definitely want to come back to get a better whiff of the items here and check out the prices a bit more thoroughly. We were in a rush so we didn't utilize the Yelps 15% off check in deal of the day option.

This was a really cute candle shop in the Bernardo Winery. It smells heavenly inside. The lady who…read morewas working there was really nice. I will have to come back when I have more time to look at all the candles they have and buy some for my house. I was in a rush the evening I was there and only bought a cute soap dish. I wanted to take my time with the candles.

I love this candle store! The owner is the sweetest and is so knowledgeable on her products. My…read morefavorite is the black salt. I look forward to coming here every time I come to Temecula.

I was at this beautiful historic plaza in Temecula after a work assignment and after coffee went to…read moreperuse several stores there and this was one of them. What caught my attention was the guy doing the lettering and the artsy drawings decorating the windows. So cool and delicate. I stopped to chat with him and told me the store is brand new and is the business of his lovely wife, a lovely young woman of Filipino origin that make all the candles you see in the store as well as outsource to a famous shopping center in coastal San Diego area. Super hygge and cozy and smells wonderfully there. On top of candles there are numerous gifts and decorative stuff.

FRIENDLY STAFF w/ NEAT COLLECTIBLES. I found cool souvenirs like surfboards with personalized names…read moreon them and keychains. However, I wasn't totally blown away. My parents wanted some Mexican hoodies and found a good deal of 2 for $30. Hardly any of the shirts or clothing items spoke to me nor would I feel inclined to buy them for others, however I saw quite a few people come in (maybe it's just me haha). The store is pretty big and the staff are chipper. I got solid customer service here! This store is located within Belmont Park.

This review is actually for the upstairs outdoor area - which features monthly Sunday Latin social…read moredancing. Use the stairs by the Plunge. There is an indoor (wooden) dance floor but most people prefer to be outside on the tile. There is also a bar set up - and a plastic dome (for who or what?). Restrooms are downstairs by the arcade. Being upstairs provides a bit of a view - in almost all directions. It's a very nice atmosphere in which to dance (or enjoy any social event). Come check it out.