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3.7 (57 reviews)
Closed 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated 2 weeks ago

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Javi M.

This store has change so much and has different type of stuff you will like also the workers very helpful

Steve F.

Date of visit: December 9, 2018 Seeing how we were on the hunt for a Funko Pop my brother would like as a Christmas gift - and the folks at BoxLunch didn't carry it - we were directed over to their "sister" store at Hot Topic. MAJOR sensory overload here; while BoxLunch is the more "family-friendly" version of the two stores, Hot Topic is like the edgier older sister. You know, the cool one rocking the heavy metal t-shirt with leather & chrome-studded accessories while smoking behind the school bleachers... surprisingly, despite the loud music blasting through the store and the punk rock appearance of the staff, they were actually very helpful and friendly to us. Granted, we weren't able to find the Funko Pop my brother was interested in, but we did find some Disney-related merchandise that BoxLunch was out of stock at. So, although Hot Topic is most certainly not in our age demographic, it's still a good place to browse around and see what's out there.

Frozen tshirt
Brigitte O.

Hot topic always has amazing fan gear from Harry Potter, my little pony, Disney, and all kinds of bands! Some of my favorite items that I've gotten here include my Gryffindor Harry Potter socks, my golden snitch Harry Potter necklace, my miniature care bears, my frozen T-shirt, and my new boys T-shirt I also bought a Tinkerbell costume here that I wore last year that I got so many compliments on! Everyone loves Disney Classics!! It even came with wings :) Keep up the good work hot topic!

Tina!!
Stephanie V.

I always like comparing chain stores. Out of all the Hot Topics I've visited, this one is my favorite. Even though the Hot Topic at The Outlets and at Main Place are closer to me, I always ship my online orders to this location. Employees are nice and helpful. Whoever is in charge of drawing on the welcome sign is really good at what they do. Their Tina, from Bob's Burgers, drawing is always spot on! Compared to other locations, this one is always well stocked. They 8 out of 10 times offer the BOGO 50% off sale. Always check out the clearance sale! I went in once and saw a buy one clearance item and get 2 clearance items for free!!! My online orders are always on time. Online returns are fairly easy to do at the store. I once ordered a Boba Fett standee online and the product came in damaged. I was able to return it without any issue.

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One of the best Hot Topics around always find something. Been using them for many years

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Nice employees and great selection of items. Funko pops are organized and nothing is left hidden.

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John and Heather helped us out immensely. He also honored a discount for me which lowered the price of my purchase from 41 to 18. Thank you

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The worker I got was so nice she loved my kids shoes and asked where they are from the workers were the best

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Shop a lot at this Hot Topic for my kids. I am always helped by Ashlynn. She is nice and makes sure I get what I need.

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I'm not impressed! I've attempted to shop here twice. It isn't close for me...about 35 minutes…read moreaway. The first time I showed up about 8 months ago and the store was closed - during business hours. It wasn't even lunch time. Today I was at the Brea Mall so I thought I'd try again. I called at 12:30 PM to see if they carry the style of shoe that I was looking for. There was no answer. I called twice. I don't understand since they don't even open until 12 PM. Their business hours are listed 12-5pm. Do they open at 12 and then go on a 2 hour lunch break? I really don't get it. I showed up at their store at 1:15pm today, and just as I was parking, a young man was at the front door, changing the little sign with a Clock that shows when they will be back!! What the hell? This is my second attempt. I guess they don't want my business. It's absolutely ridiculous. This place sucks already since it's never open when you show up. They won't answer the phone either so there's that. How frustrating!! don't waste your time! The store is small anyways. Looking through the window they don't have much inventory, so I guess I won't waste my time ever again in the future. Lame!! I don't know how they stay in business.

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You can get it if you really want You can get it if you…read morereally want You can get it if you really want... 4/5 Service Limited review. Came in to return an online order. Buyer beware you won't get shopping refunded. There was a really long line when I arrived. Thankfully it went by rather quickly for the size. 5/5 Parking Parking is abundant in this shopping center. You don't have to walk far unless you don't like parking next to anyone, plenty of those spots available. 5/5 Likelihood to Return Overall the store was very tidy compared to other NR. I'd stop by here next time I'm in the neighborhood. Psalm 122:1, God bless and Stay Prayed Up

I'm going to be honest here. Sometimes we shop when we are low on funds. Sometimes, times is tough,…read morebut maybe we need to buy a gift. Let's be real with ourselves--most of us are not part of the 1%. That interlude matters because I was at the register with my mom when her card declined. She was trying to make a payment and then, immediately after, use her card to buy our merch. Let me just say--it was a timely transaction and very public. However, our cashier was the opposite of judgmental. She was kind. Honestly, truly kind. [Amy, are you a Christian?] My mom was shaking, embarrassed, and trying to just get out of there. I stayed calm, coaching her through it and explaining that it was fine. Amy kept apologizing, saying sorry, and going above and beyond to smooth out the chaos. This is that part of humanity you hardly get to see. Forget customer service awards--Amy, you deserve a big blessing. Nordstrom Rack should be so appreciative to have you. I hope they see your value and give you more. Thank you for being a kind human!

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