Stopped by Dana Point Jewelers to have two watch batteries replaced, and they took care of both…read morewhile I waited. Great service, and the owner, Garron, was a pleasure to talk to. I'll definitely be back!

I had such a great experience at Dana Point Jewelers -- exactly what you hope for when you need…read moresomething handled quickly and professionally. They were incredibly efficient from start to finish. No unnecessary waiting, no confusion -- just straightforward, knowledgeable service that made the entire process seamless. What really stood out was how quick they were without sacrificing quality. It's rare to find a place that respects your time and delivers great results, but they absolutely do. And on top of that, their pricing is super reasonable. In a space where things can easily feel overpriced, their affordability was a huge plus and honestly a breath of fresh air. If you're looking for a jeweler who is fast, reliable, and fairly priced, this is the place to go.

I have come to this jewelry store many times before, mostly because it is the closest to my home…read more But I will never ever come back. I brought my watch in because there was condensation inside. The jeweler asked me why I wore it in the shower or a swimming pool. I told him I didn't do either. In fact, I've never worn it in the shower or in any wet situation. He looked at me and said, " You definitely did!" I didn't feel like arguing with him, but I thought at that point that he was very rude to argue with me when I had told him explicitly that the watch has never gone under water. When I came to pick up the watch, he warned me again about not getting it wet. Had he not heard me before!? I then took a look at my watch and saw that there was a chip on the crystal. That chip was not there when I brought this watch to him. It is not just a little chip, it is bold and extremely obvious, and I definitely would've noticed it prior to me bringing it in. In fact, if I had noticed something like that before I would think that it was possible that even handwashing could have gotten condensation into the bezel. He immediately argued with me and said, "Of course it was there!" That was absolutely not true and he continued to argue with me in front of a store full of customers and employees. This man is extremely extremely rude. He told me that he was too old to be arguing with a woman like me. To that, I agreed. He IS old and extremely crotchety. I will never step foot in this place nor would I recommend it to any of my friends. I'd be willing to go 10 more miles from home as to avoid this man again. He embarrassed me in the store, he did not listen to me, and then he wrecked my beautiful watch. Sooooo bad for business to have this man working at this establishment, and even worse that he is allowed to interface with customers.

I don't often write long reviews, but what happened today deserves to be shared…read more I walked into Swiss Connection this afternoon with something incredibly precious to me--a bent, nearly broken silver ring that my late father gave me for my birthday, the last piece of jewelry he ever gifted me before he passed away. My wedding is in one week, and I had been hoping against all odds to wear this ring as my "something blue." I wasn't sure hope would be enough. I came to Swiss Connection because every experience I've ever had with them has been marked by kindness, honesty, warmth, and true professionalism. Years ago, the owner, Jean-Jacques, replaced a watch battery for me on a Saturday morning during one of the hardest seasons of my life. I walked out of that visit smiling for the first time in days. That moment stuck with me. Today, I was met with that same care--this time from Jeremy, a jeweler whose talent and generosity truly left me speechless. From the moment he looked at the ring, Jeremy was honest. Silver is malleable, he said. He wasn't sure he could salvage it. He made no promises--only that he'd try and that he'd know within a few minutes whether anything could be done. I appreciated his transparency and the sincerity in his voice. While he worked, the staff (all incredibly kind--my golden retriever got just as warm a welcome as I did) made me feel at ease. Time passed, and when Jeremy finally emerged, he had a hopeful look in his eyes that I will never forget. He gently picked up the loose topaz stone and said he thought he might be able to set it after all. What happened next felt nothing short of miraculous. Jeremy didn't rush. He took his time. He handled that ring as if he understood exactly what it meant to me--because somehow, he did. When he reappeared again, it wasn't five minutes later. It was much longer, because he had poured genuine care and craftsmanship into trying to restore something irreplaceable. And he did. He handed me back a beautifully polished ring with the stone set securely, restored in a way I didn't think was possible. When he told me there would be no charge, the tears came immediately. I don't think I've stopped crying since. Thanks to Jeremy, I will be able to walk down the aisle next weekend wearing a piece of my dad--my something blue, and a reminder of his love on one of the most meaningful days of my life. Jeremy may not be a man of many words, but his work speaks louder than anything he could say. His craftsmanship, humility, and kindness are extraordinary. My father always appreciated true artisans--people who take pride in their craft and show heart in their work. Jeremy is absolutely one of those people. To Jeremy: from the bottom of my heart, thank you. To Jean-Jacques: thank you for creating a shop with soul, integrity, humor, and people who genuinely care. To Ms. Gerard: you're a true gem and I have enjoyed our conversations and how truly considerate and genuine you are. To Swiss Connection: you have a customer for life--me and my soon-to-be husband. You all made a wedding dream come true, and I will never forget it.

I had a few pieces of fine jewelry that needed repair. I…read morewent in thinking that would be the end of it. I also brought in a pair of beautiful diamond earrings that I was interested in perhaps trading in. The incredible woman who waited on me Jenous(Sp?) was incredible. She suggested that I might use the diamonds from the earrings to design a bracelet or ring. Fast forward...the few pieces I brought in for repair are now brilliantly restored to their original beauty. The diamond ring being designed for me is breathtakingly beautiful. Everyone in the store is knowledgeable, professional and want to be sure you are taken care of and pleased. The selection they have is stellar. They have customer service down to an incredible science. I highly recommend them. Thank you so much, Monaco Jewelers. Chelena Sotraidis

Jinous helped me with a custom ring and sourced the most beautiful elongated old mine diamond for…read morethe center stone. The jeweler that crafted the ring did a fantastic job making a delicate setting that fits my finger perfectly! I am so happy we chose Monaco Jewelers for this special custom made 30th anniversary ring! It's gorgeous!

The jeweler is very nice and takes his time trying to understand what you want. Also price is…read morecompetitive compared to other places.

Super nice owner. I called before coming, to ask if they could look at a diamond I found and tell…read moreme if it's real. I offered to write a review if he would. Abby said he would do it without the expectation of a review. He definitely meant it. I called the jeweler down the road 'don robertos' and they said no while kind of laughing at my question. With the owner answering the phone, offering to share his expertise free of charge, I already know this is a well run business. Thank you guys!!! Beautiful jewelry and dependable owner you can trust to provide the value you deserve! Wow, what a great experience. Fozia greeted me and was so wholesome, genuine, and caring. This spot is a hidden Gem!

Revital Exotic Jewelry and Apparel is a unique and incredible shop in Dana Point, across from the…read moreharbor. I love knowing that the owners are also the buyers and travel the world finding the perfect pieces. They are extremely helpful and knowledgeable too. I personally love the large assortment of sterling silver American Indian jewelry, but there's also various beaded jewelry, crystal, and much more. They also have some beautiful silk-type dresses, linen pants, comfortable shirts, hats, and more! I think they have a great assortment for gifts for others or yourself!

I was blown away by their selection of judiaca and the level of customer service! Such a great…read moreplace for bat mitzvah gifts, house warming gifts and of course, a gift for yourself! Felt so good to support a local business!

Gary is the man! There is a reason his jewelry shop has the reviews and stars it has. We brought in…read moremy engagement ring for a resizing in the morning and he had it done by 3 pm. He was very helpful, patient, and friendly with us! We took a look around his shop for some bands and they all looked beautiful. We not only recommend this place but will definitely be back. Thank you Gary!

I stopped by today to discuss Jewelry repair and to look at some quality products. Gary was…read moreterrific. A true professional who is kind and knowledgeable in all aspects of Jewelry and precious metals. I highly recommend Gary for all of your Jewelry wants and needs.

Barbara Hendricks is 1 of the designers who attends Pageant of the Masters & she is also my…read moreluckiest find & most recent purchase from this past year's Pageant It is totally worth getting to the Pageant grounds as early as possible so you can take a walk around all the wonderful artists - like Barbara Hendricks Taking precious & semiprecious stones & fitting them into the most unique creations, you'll find yourself having a tough time deciding on just 1 piece There was a lovely tanzanite teardrop stone that had been turned on its side & crafted into a larger, fun ring piece - would have been perfect for a middle finger ring but another lucky lady got it right as I was walking up My treasure of this year's Pageant was a sweet little pink tourmaline pendant, in white gold with teeny diamonds - I have a thing for hearts & also for unique pieces & this delight fit all my criteria! Can't wait to see what beauties will be sparkling next year!

This is our second visit and the service was great and enjoyed our meal a lot. Had the Marrow bones…read moreagain. Wonderful. The Hendricks salads and Calamari. Very good.

So happy I found Dana point gold & coin! I called a shop before them and they weren't nearly as…read morefriendly or knowledgeable. I brought my valuables in here and the store owner, Brad, was great. For two of my items, he gave me very fair offers, right away. I didn't feel a need to negotiate with him or to walk away. I've had a bad experience before at these types of stores, where I wasn't given a fair offer. This transaction went very smooth and I would definitely recommend for selling your valuables.

I initially showed up and they were shut down and I called, Brad answered his phone even though he…read morewas on vacation in Hawaii. Immediately sounded so friendly and kind! I finally made it in like a week later and he made everything super simple to sell some jewelry I don't wear anymore, very fair pricing and he's the nicest person to talk to! So friendly

Last year I got permanent bracelets with my mom and her best friend and absolutely loved them!…read moreUnfortunately I was not careful and I broke off one of them. I contacted Jaimee and she immediately responded and offered to repair it. When I came in for the repair, not only did she repair my bracelet but she cleaned it, ensured all the links were secure and did the exact same on my other one that was not broken! Jaimee is a sweetheart who is truly dedicated to this craft, she stands by her works and continues to push her inventory and quality of items by attending educational conferences. When in or near this shop, I highly recommend paying a visit and making a permanent memory!

very responsive when scheduling and helpful when picking out a bracelet! So many chain options as…read morewell!

I have had exceptional experiences with Wilsons Jewelers, from start to finish. I am so impressed…read moreby the work Sam has done for me on several occasions, and I greatly appreciate his expertise. First and foremost, Sam took the time to listen to what I wanted done and offered thoughtful guidance. He is honest to the core, in that he will suggest what to spend your money on--wisely. He does not use the unethical sales tactic of up-selling as do some other jewelry retailers. On various occasions, I had shown him pieces of jewelry that I had inherited from my relatives. After careful observation, he communicated to me what pieces were worth redesigning or resetting, and then took the time to explain every facet of each project with which I had decided to proceed. Sam is a craftsman and has a keen eye for detail and precision, along with a vision and foresight of what the product will be upon completion. On one occasion, while coordinating a more complex project, he created an exact hard wax replica for me, along with a mathematical diagram for the stone setting, so that I would have complete comprehension of the finished work. I've dealt with many jewelers in the past, mostly on the East coast, and even the better ones rarely go to this extent. Sam takes great pride in his work and truly wants you to be happy. In that vein, Sam's work is unique because it is tailor-made for you, so you will not likely see any copycat pieces of his work in other jewelry stores where they often sell duplicate items. Since Sam does much custom work for many of his customers, he is selective, using only the finest grade of materials in the way of metals and stones. I am confident that the pieces Sam has designed for me will last for many decades to come, which is of utmost importance because they are timeless heirlooms that not only I hold close to my heart, but will ultimately leave to my children. Sam is a true professional and a man of integrity. The quality of his work is unsurpassed. He is wonderfully communicative and frank, and is highly knowledgeable from his many years of experience in the field. Sam keeps you posted and informed. He does the work in a very reasonable amount of time, considering the effort he puts forth with acquiring the materials needed and then constructing the particular piece. And, certainly worth mentioning, Sam remains reasonably priced in comparison to what other jewelers are charging, especially in today's market when the price of gold has significantly soared. Sam at is a good find, actually a great find, and I am delighted that a close relative had recommended him to me. I, in turn, and without hesitation, will recommend Wilsons Jewelers to others for their jewelry needs.

Truly the best jewelers and people I have ever come across! They have always been there for me on…read moreall of the custom pieces I have had them make for me. My wife and I feel like we are part of their family they are so welcoming. Sami and Marcelle not only have the most quality selection of jewelry, the way they custom make whatever I have asked for is incredible. I love them both so much and will always go to them. Sami is always so responsive and fair, Marcelle is so kind and keeps everything running so streamlined. They are the dream team. 10/10 would recommend them to anyone and everyone I know.