Looooove this store. The selection is super cute! I want everything in this store. I have to…read morepractice self control not to buy everything. Luckily I found this store on the shop app so I can still shop there without physically having to be in san diego.

Wonderful store with the cutest items for kids. It's a little on the pricey side but typical for…read morethe area it's in. If you need a gift or cute item for a child in your life, you should definitely check them out.

My grandchildren, like most children whose age is a single digit, think that every store should…read moresell toys and that more is better. They have a point. Grocery stores stock toys at kids' eye level. Target has several aisles stocked with toys that have their own television shows. Best Buy displays toys next to the checkout line. Gepetto's in Carlsbad is a small store stocked with top-quality toys, and in my experience staffed with people who are always eager to help and often able to help. The place is insane during the week before Christmas, but the staff somehow copes. I try not to go there at Christmastime. Shopping with a child for toys in a store whose inventory is not advertised on television is much simpler and more satisfying than taking the same kid to Target. Trust me, I've done both. Since in general the toys at Gepetto's are unknown to the child, there is far less of the "gimme gimme" that happens at Target. And whether a toy is still interesting and unbroken the next day is unrelated to its advertising. A 5-year-old in my family was astonished that there were no Minecraft toys at Gepetto's, and asked if we could go to the nearby bookstore because it would for sure have Minecraft toys. I find Gepetto's selection of child-compatible art supplies to be superior to what's in stores like Michael's, but they cost more. I don't mind.

I am a great fan of Gepetto's. It is not a toy store but it is a magical world of creativity…read more It is my first time here at the Gepetto's Forum. There are ample parking spots in the Forum. The shop is spacious and well organized. They have a lot of great merchandise to explore. For example; puzzles, board games, Legos, gel pens and other stationary items. In addition to an amazing collection of toys,stuffed animals, dolls, arts and crafts. The staff were very nice. The service was efficient. It is just an awesome place to shop at or buy some gifts.

I was at the Highlands and there was a LONG line of people at Geppetto's...all for Nee doh drop…read more.. i had nothing better to do (sad...i know) so i stood in line to hopefully snag a couple for my kids. women had 3-4 children with them to help with the 2 /person limit...hmm i wonder if I could borrow someone to get another 2...haha the slightly less hot day started to feel hot after a while but I already put in my time so I was going to get through this line... the staff came out with a basket to show us what they had in stock and we could hopefully make our decisions before getting to front of line to make it move faster. when I finally got to the front I got 2 of the popsicle needoh's (one for each kid)... as i left i noticed the line was significantly shorter so i stood in line again... got the color changing nee doh for each kid. staff is friendly and keep a positive vibe despite all us crazy parents standing in line for this hunk of squishy rubber

Hear me out, ok?…read more Nothing is better than putting two clowns with ADHD in front of a massive bin of Wigglitz. My friend and I were in the area and decided hey, why not stop in here to see what they had. Massive variety of toys at very good price points, I'd say. We were wandering around when we stopped in front of this bin of wigglitz. We decided to check it out and just play (pick out which ones we wanted to buy) with some of the wigglitz, for a bit. Tell me why we ended up standing there for over 20 minutes, trying incredibly hard not to buy the entire bin. :) We got our goodies, got distracted with a bunch of other cool looking things in the shop, then paid and left but LOL (Positively) Dangerous place to take the kids (and young adults too, I guess), might end up buying a bunch of stuff from the shop. HAHAHAHA

I've been a regular Geppetto's customer for a number of years now. I'm glad we have a toy store in…read morethe neighborhood where i can easily pop in and buy a gift for a birthday party or just to treat my kids to a new game or a fun toy. I used to take my kids here to a toddler playground and of course no visit can be complete without visiting the store. The store workers are knowledgeable and know all their products well, happy recommend a game or an age-appropriate toy. The sections in the store are well curated by age groups and interests. They also provide a complimentary gift wrapping, which is super helpful. My kids always find unique and interesting toys that you normally won't find at Target or major toy stores. They do have seasonal sales and give out coupons from time to time.

My fiancé walked in the store and I thought we were never going to leave. We came in close to…read moreclosing and still managed to come out with something. The guy working there was super helpful and fun to talk to. I didn't realize they had so many nostalgic board games I would have wanted but I controlled myself and did not get but we do love games. We ended up leaving with this squishy stress cube kind of thing and honestly we have been pretty obsessed with it. I'm sure next time we are in the area we will run in and see if we find something else to enjoy.

This place is a scam. Notice the price(s) on this toy. They are selling it for $36, retail is $25,…read morediscount is $15. Also, the owner will yell at you and her son (?) for all the hear.

Was looking for the perfect doll for my 9 month old daughter and found the toy spot, so I decided…read moreto stop check it out. I bought a Calicorn doll and was charged $26. I went home and found the doll is a Walmart doll for $10. I called and the gentleman who answered said they do not price match Walmart dolls and if I was charged wrong I can get the difference. I decided I wanted to return the doll and the girl behind the counter seemed fully aware that the dolls they sell from Walmart are marked up almost 3x's the price of the dolls. This is a scam and will not be recommending this place and plan on rating 1 star on other forums so people are fully away this place isn't a good place to buy from.

Truly, a great find all this time I had to go one way or the other to get a FedEx office because I…read morelive at the beach and here it is right here right in my own backyard! Place is adorable. Has lots of different learning and playing and guessing toys for kids And a wonderful staff.

Such a cute toy store! I came in here looking for age 3-4 boys and loved all the Melissa and Doug…read morepuzzles plus the educational/learning games. I certainly will return to get more arts and crafts stuff and new puzzles too.

Kim Luna is truly one of a kind. She has cut both of my kids' hair over the years, and she's been…read moreworking with my youngest since 2021. My youngest is on the spectrum and was nonverbal for a period of time, and haircuts have always been a very difficult and emotional experience for him. From day one, Kim has shown an incredible level of patience, kindness, and genuine care. She never rushed, never forced anything, and always met my child where he was at. That kind of understanding is rare--and it made all the difference for our family. Because of her consistency and compassion, she has built a strong level of trust with my son over time. On his most recent haircut on April 5, 2026, he didn't try to jump off, fight the haircut, or kick--something that used to be a real challenge. That progress meant everything to us, and it's a direct reflection of the safe and supportive environment Kim has created over the years. I've followed Ms. Kim from location to location because it's nearly impossible to find someone with her level of skill and heart. She is currently available at the Little Locks locations in Bonita, La Jolla, and Solana Beach, which just makes her that much more irreplaceable and accessible to families across the area. I've also recommended her to other parents of children with special needs, as well as my regional center coordinators, because she truly is a special human being who deserves to be recognized. If you're looking for someone who is not only talented but also deeply compassionate and understanding, Kim Luna is the person you want. We are beyond grateful for her.

Mandy did a wonderful haircut for Jack! Calm, quick and made him look so cute!!! Thank you so much!read more

There's ha ha games were fun, I enjoyed stopping by when at the mall. They had a good variety of…read moreprizes. Idk why I closed but i hope to see them again.

Very small pop up shop. It's at a mini scale compared to Japan Gashapon. The selection is limited…read moreand unhelpful staff. Located in the sleepy Escondido mall. Not much to see.

This was our first time visiting this Bricks and Minifigs store, and wow we were absolutely…read moreimpressed! We visited the early afternoon of 8/23. Any LEGO lover needs to make a stop here. They have such an amazing variety of items, including some fantastic retired, still-in-the-box sets that were so fun to browse. They also had a huge selection of mini figures, which was definitely a highlight for us! The store was clean, well organized, and easy to explore. What really made our visit special, though, was the employee who helped us. We mentioned that it was our first time in the store, and he took the time to explain everything and answer our questions. He was incredibly kind, friendly, and genuinely helpful. The receipt lists two employees, Blair and Chris, and unfortunately we aren't sure which one helped us, but he was tall with blonde/light brownish hair and provided excellent customer service. Thank you for making our first visit such a great experience! We ended up purchasing two mini figs and a boxed Da Vinci LEGO set, although there were definitely a few other things we had our eyes on! We will absolutely be back. If you're a LEGO fan or shopping for someone who is, this store is definitely worth a visit!

The parking, no fault if BAM is a little limited, that's just an FYI to the visitors…read more The BAM and staff is terrific, I got a great service and found everything I needed for my build in bulk. I appreciate the value of my purchases, I can sort all day long through the pieces I need. They also had a lot of really fun pieces in the cases that I got this time. My niece will love this castle. I can't wait to finish it for her. Thank you for everything. I'll be back. Highly recommend.

Large selection of back issues…read more Definitely bigger than I thought it would be Lots of collectibles

I go to a lot of comic book shops and Comics-N-Stuff has the potential to be great, but just…read moredoesn't have the organization to get there. They have multiple locations and each one is packed with fun and interesting stuff. They have everything a comic fan would want. Comics, trades, shirts, figures, statues, etc. Problem is each store is just unorganized with memorabilia all over the place. It's hard to find things and stuff is out of order. There isn't a logical layout. The other thing that bugs me is pricing on stuff is just inconsistent or wrong. I understand marking things up for the person who might not be familiar, but you are only hurting your store in the process because like most retail shops people will just opt to buy it cheaper online(or find it for less at a different place in the mall). Also, there is dust everywhere. I'm sympathetic that they probably don't have the staff to keep everything tight and that the store can look disheveled due to all the foot traffic, but show that you care! They moved to a smaller location in the mall and the store does look better than it did, but the fact that Ninja Exchange is right next store and is wildly popular on the weekends should make Comics-N-Stuff take a long look in the mirror. They could be getting a lot of the Ninja Exchange people Monday-Thursday if they capitalized. Running a business, let alone a comic shop, is difficult in this day n age. I will stop in to try to support every now and then, but it is hard when you get the sense that the love isn't there.