This is what YELP is for--to highlight a great experience: A few weeks ago the steel bolt that holds the seat assembly together on my 19-year-old bicycle cracked while riding causing the seat and parts that hold it to fly all over the road on a downhill and thankfully I was able to stop it without a crash after taking the seatless seat pole up my butt--ouch! Never had this happen before but it's the original bolt--19 years old. Brought the bicycle to 3 bike shops including REI and they all told me to trash the bike and buy a new one because they don't make that bolt anymore--bike is too old--but this would cost $2000.00 to replace that bicycle 19-years later with similar. Another shop told me to try Home Depot for the bolt. The guy there showed me to the bolts and took off, when I found one on my own--he looked it over and said it was correct but it did not fit when I got it home. Discouraged, I decided to try ACE in CDM but not optimistic because Home Depot did not have it--how would a small hardware store have it? Walked in and asked for the person most knowledgeable about Bolts? They all pointed to Sid. He took me over to the bolt area, took the old cracked bolt from me and put in into their bolt sizer (see pic), picked out the correct bolt and length and told me it's $1.79. He did not tell me that I need the wrench for it so I went back to the area--he was then helping a woman much cuter than me but pointed to the cabinet with the bolt wrenches ($1.89). That's okay, I was thrilled to find the right bolt and save the bicycle from termination. I tested it in the clamp in the store and it worked. And it fit perfect when I put the seat assembly back together at home and was able to ride the bicycle again! Big Yea! Take away: Maybe go to ACE instead of Home Depot? Home Depot does not have the diagnostics that this ACE does. Anyone ever try those frozen pies they have at the entrance? read more

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Let's put the 'moose on the table'. These folks deliver the finest service of any competing store. Lot's of knowedgeable help everythere. Store is not big-box (Costco/Home Depot). You're in and out fast.,,but there is still plenty to choose from. The itch is with price...seems like it always has been. So I want to go 5 star, but can't on price. Yet, they are our 'go to' hardware store for anything with an immediate need. Candidly, the value of saved time and a friendly face are the difference makers here. Visit them and make a new friend. read more

Everyone at this store is really helpful and nice except the bald headed store manager who inserts himself where he's not wanted or needed and has a nasty attitude and bad energy. There is a difference between being a rugged guy and being a straight A hole. read more

They are wonderful, super nice super helpful. We love having them in town Angel and the gang are super nice.

I love coming to this location and they always have what I'm looking for. However I was in here on 1/18/26 evening looking for a key for a gift to send my family member on her new home. I asked an older man who worked there wearing a beanie and with a foreign accent for help. Then he tells me the cute decorative key I was going to buy would not work. I have bought many keys like this one before and never had a problem. He then took me and showed me the different door handles and locks. All he did was not call me "stupid," but his actions and words toward me were so mean spirited and aggressive. I told the very nice lady who checked me out about it. He almost made me cry, made me feel dumb and wrecked my evening by being so short tempered. I've never been spoken to like that before and seriously hope management will talk to him or put someone else in charge of the key department. Someone who's understanding, patient and does make the customer fee terrible. Other than this man everyone has been nothing but kind and helpful. I will never go here if I need a key unless there is someone else to help. Plus I spent $28 something. Just not acceptable. read more

A neighborhood staple. Prompt, friendly, thorough, and helpful service. The employees are amazing. My dog loves to go to Ace, as they always welcome us with a treat. Well-stocked and super convenient. Thank you, JR, Stacy, and the amazing Ace Hardware team! read more

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I've only been here a couple of times but it's always a pleasure to be helped by Christian. He's super helpful and just really easy to work with. read more

Almost always very helpful. I had one bad experience some time ago but the last few times I've been in the staff is accommodating and knowledgeable. Light bulbs can be confusing and the employee made sure I found the correct ones. I've had keys made and purchased various home maintenance items. Great supply of all you may need. read more

I've always believed when you go into a store that you know they have what you're looking for. It's the staff that would make your purchase hassle, free very quickly and come up with a smile on your face. I've been coming to the store for years. It's one of my favorite stores like a local store yet they have everything I need. But what has made this store stand out are the team that works there and I will start with Tiffanie and Roberto both supervisors. Tiffanie has been here 7 years and Roberto 10 years. This so amazing people made my visit easy giving me the information I needed to make my purchase read more

There was a time you could go to our "local Ace Hardware store"and be treated like family! NOW .....Today I am a 100% disabled veteran. I've lived in CDM for 25 years. I went there today asked for batteries , to be informed me, they don't look up batteries, I needed for my car key and they don't install batteries for remote controls anymore and they don't give Veteran and first responders discounts anymore ! read more

The Corona del Mar store is a beauty. Lots of variety, helpful personnel, cheery atmosphere. Prices are well-marked, the store is clean, and it's fun to shop there! read more

This review is from my dog Dottie: I absolutely love this place. Whenever we are taking a walk and I see it I instantly start pulling on my leash to get inside. Everyone on staff loves puppers and somehow magically pulls treats out of their pockets. I have this trick where I purposely drop a treat so they try again. They haven't figured it out yet. Plus my dad likes shopping there too even though they don't give him treats. read more

I went in with a problem with my hose, not coming off in my backyard, the guys there were very helpful Didn't try to sell me anything just told me how to fix the problem. read more

A few days ago I was coming back from Sandiego. And normally I go to the Ace hardware in Fullerton C but this was on the way I needed pool chlorine and other necessities to keep my pool up. I stopped at crown Ace Hardware in Corona Del Mar. I needed help with my pool supply products I asked somebody to help me and they assisted me staff was courteous and polite and helped me so I can get out of there to go home and take care of my pool thank you very much frown Ace Hardware in Corona Del Mar. read more

Employees were extremely kind and helped me the whole way through :). They walked me through the knife sharpening machine and made my life easy. read more

I am so impressed!!! Tiffany and Wyatt went above and beyond to help us even as the store was closing. My husband and I were having difficulty finding a rare screw to fit our license plate frame. It's this exact customer service that will keep us coming back to this specific location. These two employees are top notch. read more

Stacy is the best and she always takes care of Moose every time we go. Best location ever!! We love this Ace! read more

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My toilet has been "broken" for a week-it wouldn't stop running and I shut it off. My plumber has been on vacation. A friend suggested that I should do it myself-EEK. So I took a picture of the inside of the toilet and went to the Ace in Corona Del Mar (my favorite). The cashier/greeter was very pleasant and helpful. She directed me to the plumbing department and Sid. Sid is incredible. I showed him the picture and he went right to the part I needed and gave me very detailed directions on what I needed to do to install the part. I went home and did exactly what he told me to do and IT WORKED. So, for $10.99 instead of a plumbing service call my toilet is working. Thank you Sid and thank you Ace CDM. read more

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It's getting worse, even after being forced to "suck it up" the Crown Ace employee gives me the wrong contact information for Milwaukee and it turns out the number they give me is for a Milwaukee distributor in the Midwest and will only sell me new batteries and tools. Crown Ace you're lucky to be in the right location with limited choices...you really can take advantage of the public. Now let's wrap this up.....according to Milwaukee the battery had a manufacturing date of 2016 for a battery I bought in 2020 or 2021.....so in fact the NEW battery I bought new was already out of warranty. Well played ACE read more

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My wife and I have been going to Ace Hardware in Corona Del Mar for 15 years. The staff and management are always very friendly and always extremely helpful. Today, JR and TIM demonstrated why we were remain a loyal customer. They solved a difficult problem for me and I just wanted to show my appreciation by leaving this review. Keep up the great work. read more

Needed a beach umbrella for the last couple of days of vacation. Everyone was out, but the fine folks at Crown Ace helped me find the materials to build an inexpensive and effective solution. Good people here. read more

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I brought some bulbs for my garage they ended up being the wrong size this is when the pandemic happened I came on 2 occasions and I was told no returns were allowed since it was the pandemic to come after. Well the pandemic never ended so I came over to return or even just get credit for these lights in original boxes never opened or used. The manager is telling me they only didnt take returns for 1 week. This is a LIE it was at least 6 months and I was told I could return it now. Basically I was lied to just say no returns then I will never purchase from you and go to home depot Bad customer service from the manager read more

8 minutes agoNEW A big shout out to Tiffany at the Corona del Mar Ace Hardware!! Tiffany went above and beyond to extend amazing customer service with a big smile and a great attitude. Having worked retail at times, I appreciate what it's like to work with the public. The last few years, as customers, we really need to be appreciative and kind. Service folks get the brunt of some people's dark sides and quite often, it's totally unjustified! The team at the CdM Ace Hardware are friendly and helpful but Tiffany is stellar!! read more

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Hands down most friendly knowledgeable team. Hard to find people who care about service now'n days. Love this place

The BEST customer service I've ever seen!!! These people are AMAZING. Been in 3 times and EVERY TIME have had the BEST service and constantly being taken care of. Also special thanks the Jana and Stacy! They are sooo delightful!!! THANK YOU!! We actually buy more things from your store instead of other places just because we love your employees so much They need a raise!!! read more

great place to get anything for your projects; otherwise, there is 'ganahl'..., where i have never had a bad shopping experience! read more

These people have helped me so much, maintain a wonderful inventory (even bait now). Can't say how much they are appreciated. read more

A quick shout out to Jana and "Q" for their recent help with an overdue return. This store and their team always keep the customer top of mind and it doesn't go unnoticed. Thank you both again. read more

Love this neighborhood hardware store. Great selection, great service for all your hardware needs.

Thank you soo sooo much for all of the help that Eli Suarez has provided to me and my family. He recently delivered a BBQ and we are so pleased with his help. I'm a regular customer here and he always provides the best customer service and is a very genuine person. Also, thank you Tiffanie for always having a positive personality when I'm checking out. She has gone above and beyond when I'm looking for something in particular, she orders it for me. Thank you both for everything that you are doing to make this company the best one yet!!! :) read more

I really needed to get an 8mm wrench and I was in a hurry after work. I went in found the wrench's and their locked. I wander up and down every aisle and there is no one in the store . I wait for 5 minutes for a customer doing a return to talk to the person at the front . Ask her to get it for me. She says no I'll call someone to meet you there. I'm pissed at this point. Wait for someone to get there and I get back and someone else came in for another return. Great. Now the waiting game again. After waiting for the return, he asks for propane tanks. I said "yes they have to call someone to meet you there" and she says "ill have someone get that" and has me wait longer. Then asks him to sign up for an ace card. I left after that without the wrench. During all this I see 2 other workers. Neither ring me up. Never coming here and don't reccomened anyone else to unless you got a lot of time read more

Do not get keys made here. They use very cheap blanks and most of their copies do not work. They suggested that I have the lock checked rather than remake the key that they messed up. read more

Stopped in to get gloves while on a road trip, and was met with a super friendly staff. Not only were they helpful to find what we needed - the cashier gave marvelous directions. Convenient location. read more

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Sid Bravo, Sales Associate! Ask for Sid! He knows where everything is! Always courteous and patient with a great attitude and always willing to go the extra mile. read more

Had an emergency craft and needed supplies. This store has it all! And the staff is the friendliest ever! Eli is the most helpful and kind associate. He helped me out a number of time in one trip. read more

Most of the staff is helpful and friendly. The lady at the register today wasted my time and was very misleading about a return I had brought back. She had me waiting saying that the manager would return the items but had just stepped out. A different manager arrived and told me no and clerk lady denied ever telling me it was a possibility. Super lame. She had no accountability. read more

Staff was so helpful today. I walk with the aid of a leg brace which lost a fitting. The staff helped me locate a stainless screw and locknut and even helped install it right in the store. Much appreciated! read more

Everyone is always so friendly and helpful here!!!! The nice lady helped me with my keys and she also suggested some other products!!! I also want to thank eveyone there . Everyone smiles . Thank you! read more

Most of the time I find the CDM store and the westcliff store is under staffed and under stocked on things that are actually useful like a Quart size Ben Moore Primer (Blanco ) Pretty standard stuff here....-and it's only available if you want a gallon . It's a fine store if you want to buy beach crap or cooking crap or a Mr Coffee...or a few odds n ends you don't really need or want. I'm going to Ganal Lumber or however it's spelled. At least they can decide what to call their store. Not some Hybrid of 2 stores. ACe/Crown please step it up and hire a few more people instead of being cheap and understaffing and focus on keeping things people use in stock.. read more

I was very impressed with the store manager, J.R. and Robert at Ace Hardware in Corona del Mar, CA. J.R. went over and above the call of duty to help me out. I went to the store very early one morning and I'm grateful these two very helpful, professional employees were able to help. They are a huge asset to Ace! read more