My family and I stopped by yesterday to get some new outfits for church. We were greeted as soon as we walked in which is always a plus for me. It's a smaller shop and when the owner saw us looking at the clothes he immediately told us let us to let him know if we were looking for anything in particular and that he also had more sizes and styles in the back. It was my husband's first time buying a dashiki and the owner was really helpful with assisting him find one that fit well. He also let us sample his amazing shea butter and was helpful with finding a good outfit for my daughter. Amazing customer service, quality, well priced items, and a true gem! We'll be back next weekend! read more

Very pleasant & helpful. I bought a roll of hemp rope, strap bag great quality item's also got incense, outfits.

This store has a little of everything. I recently purchased the scented Shea butter it is amazing. I also purchased a plant and Zulu gave me a ton of pointers and how to care for it and how to care for my existing plants as well read more

I come here to get my body and hair oils. I haven't found a place in San Diego that has the same quality goods that this place has. I drive from El Cajon to get things here read more

Reggae World provides the essentials, the raw butters are my favorites along with the body oils and deodorants. For those who care about how your products are sourced you will enjoy Reggae World. Thank you Zulu, your service is outstanding! I look forward to visiting again. read more

We got a tub of raw shea butter here. The consistency and quality are great. We'll definitely be back. read more

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i wish they never closed their location in escondido, i have yet to find a new spot that sells such amazing body oil , where you can mix yourself. such great customer service as well xx read more

A great selection of purses, t-shirts, incense, candles, lotions, homemade crochet items, albums (vinyl), CDs, fun stickers, scarves, wood carvings. I loved the music and the dude was helpful. I will return to this store. read more

Owner special ordered Exodus LP for me when he ran out. Nice owner, good LP selection.

I've been coming to this place for several years to mostly stock up on my favorite incense, ethnic knick knacks, and camaraderie with the co-owner behind the counter. However for the past year or so, I've become more turned off by this place because this young cat who's been behind the counter as of late has TERRIBLE customer service. He has never acknowledged me when I entered the store, doesn't speak unless you speak to him first and rarely does he look up from whatever he's doing (reading) to see if you need any assistance. Twice on different occassions I've taken a friend with me to this store to purchase incense and they noticed the same thing. This has got to change. Any business that doesn't acknowledge me as a customer, Black owned or not, doesn't deserve my money. Word is Bond. read more

Reggae World - Front of the shop. You can't miss its lovely colors when you drive by. - Music & DVDs Near Me - San Diego, California

Big Thanks to #Zulu, owner of Reggae World, for getting me great deals on #BodyOils. I am set for the whole summer (and more Cali summers when I visit). For incense, oils, natural cosmetics, and reggae music go to Reggae World on 2540 University Ave in San Diego, Ca and support your small business. My choice for the summer for men: #coolrain #coconut & #jasmine. FYI: The bad reviews on yelp were not of him but his previous employee. They were written 4yrs back and today he provides excellent customer service to all San Diegans and visitors alike --Prince's Daily Journal read more

Reggae World - Thanks Zulu for getting me great deals on body oils. Now I can smell fresh on any hot day in the summer! - Music & DVDs Near Me - San Diego, California

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I have recently moved back to SD and was so happy to see that this place made it thru COVID. Previously I lived here for over 20 years and always loved popping into this shop from time to time. Well now I don't know what to think. I walked in and bought an item without looking at the sticker (my mistake) and just asked the man the price. He stated $55 and I paid it. When I got home I saw a $39.99 sticker on the item. So yea, feeling ripped off. I hope this was a mistake. read more

Blessings! Reggae world is great. They do special orders for things I need if they do not have it. When it comes to music they have a wealth of knowledge. They know their reggae history. Often they have tickets to local music shows and festivals. Great local business to support! read more

I always passed this place when I went to high school & was always curious in what was inside. My sophomore year I finally dropped by & while I was looking around the Guy behind the counter was creepy. Anyways, I was on my way out & that Guy was literally against me asking me for my name. Ummmm... I'm obviously way too young for you to "know" my name. After that I never even wanted to go back. read more

tremendous place. Meets my rasta vinyl needs - and bwoy! Haffi come back! Seen?

i dont have a whole lot to say about this place other than it provided exactly what i was looking for (dried bundle of sage) and the staff member was super friendly and welcoming. i nearly convinced him to move up to portland after I spoke so highly of the city and my upcoming trip ;) just a nice fella and very down to earth. $5 bundle of sage... my home is now cleared of bad energy. thanks reggae world! read more

Love local hidden gems and especially when it comes to vinyl records and more of it, reggae. This place has Clothing Apparel, hemp/CBD products, African natural health products, records, cd's, DVD's, incense, etc. read more

amazing experience!! my friends and i waltzed in and ending up having a blast ! the women working was so sweet and welcoming ! we will be returning. read more

I liked this small store. It has a variety of items including sweatshirts, hoodies, etc with Bob Marley and the like and some "traditional" dresses and shirts. They also carry stickers, glass pipes, incense, sage (that i wish we had purchased to eliminate the bad spirits from our house - oh wait, those are teenagers), and jewelry. My daughter found a pretty nice steering wheel cover that was reasonably priced around $15. I definetely think this small store should be visited. read more

Way cool little hole in the wall to score some reggae vinyl or CDs. They even have a good selection of reggae DVD live performances. The dude who works in there really knows what's up, if you tell him what kind of reggae you're into he'll definitely point you in the right direction. Vinyl selection could be a little bigger but I still scored a few gems. Dig this place. read more

every single thing i bought there has broken or become unusable. patches falling off after a COUPLE DAYS, zippers breaking after a month. Poor quality CRAP at a RIPOFF price. Dont waste your time, buy online. fuck this fake ass place read more

This place hasca few good records but the service kinda sucks. Id roll in here from time to time w/ my friends and we'd get the cold shoulder from the staff there. We'd find albums after searching high and low but not too many our style. Prices are fare read more

Tiny unassuming place with a big heart. Come yah bald-heads...and buy de reggae tings. And, while you're at the register, don't forget to pick up a handful of flyers for local reggae performances...there be nothing better than dancing to the Marleys. read more

Everything you need in one place!!!!: incense, oils, lotions, soaps, daishikis, hats, pins, buttons, jewelry, and the list goes on. Be sure to stop & shop!!! read more

Roots and culture in fullness! This store is very versatile and much groundbreaking literature. Check Zulu!! Cool brotha....

Cool store...good stuff at good prices...the website on the link from yelp takes to a weight loss advertisement...Can I buy online direct? Would be nice! read more

I've been in here a couple times, and I DO like what the store has to offer, the stickers, clothing, music, incense, etc. However, I did not find the storekeeper to be very helpful at all. In a 'reggae' shop, the storeowner or whoever is working at the counter, should be friendly and helpful. No one likes to be hassled or pressured, but this guy did not even greet me when I entered the store, nor did he offer and any assistance ("Hi! Can I help you find something? Let me know if you have any questions!") When I did ask him a question about a product, he was not very forthcoming and looked at me like I was stupid. Also, he music he was playing was so damn loud I almost left immediately. The music itself was pleasant and I liked it, but this was too loud. He barely turned it turn to answer a question. In my opinion, that shows a lack of respect for your customers; drowning out your customers is NOT welcoming. Again, I liked what the store offered but I admit I believe nearly everything in there is overpriced. $2.00 for a plastic sticker? Please. I don't know if I will go back there for merchandise, I will probably find another shop like it, because I was so put off by the staff. Maybe this guy hates his job. And if he doesn't, he should find ways of showing it, because he was not friendly or helpful. And in a setting like a reggae shop, the staff SHOULD be friendly, helpful, NOT condescending (which was the vibe I got from him). read more

All I can say is Zulu is the nicest man on the face of the earth. I've had contact with this gentleman since I started doing work on the house next door. Mind you, I have never made a purchase from his store. He found it within his huge heart to help me get my car running. He even closed his store to help me. Special people don't come along very often. I love this man and I would do anything, thats anything at all for him. Zulu is the real deal and not a nicer man anywhere. Buy, buy, buy at Reggae world. Bless you a million times over. read more

Let me tell you about Ramona, she is went above and beyond to help me out. She even helped me braid hair. Defiantly encourage anyone to come out and check out the store! read more

I always try to support black owned, and in a military city like san diego, Reggae World is a gem for the afro-centric and just overall conscious-minded individual. I've been a customer for years, whenever, I need some more black soap, music, clothing, necklaces etc i'm there. We need more small independent businesses like this in san diego and Reggae World is a prime example of a tenured and successful one. Zulu and Rose are some of the humblest i've ever met before in my life. A must visit if you're live here or are just in town visiting. read more

With the closing of one of San Diegos most known spots for reggae music and accessories, this small store has definitely steeped up to the plate. They have many things to choose from including music, clothing, art, and many other items. i ahve been looking for some old music and they have been very helpful in getting that for me. I wish them prosperity in the future, keep up the good work and keep pushing those positive vibes out into out lost society. One Love read more

This is the best reggae shop in San Diego by far. Mostly because they have clothes for women, men and baby's. They also have great music, DVD and books. Also pipes, soups and Shea butter. read more