San Clemente Antiques

What a joke. This place is tacky and cheap. Everything is over priced and it’s junk. Don’t waste your time here. Owners are clueless and tacky. If I could give this place no stars, I would.

Parking is absolutely HORRIBLE! Got a ticket for one minute past two hour parking!
I will not ever recommend any shops or restaurants in this city nor will I make it a destination to visit! Thanks for helpings out Antique Shop :(

A fun place to browse and shop and reminisce… saw old lunch boxes and toys from our childhood that we discarded but are now nostalgic and worth something! Scooby-​doo lunch box, should have taken better care of you! I bought a fun vintage beach sign («Happiness is barefoot at the beach» — reminder of our awesome summer vacation) and my friend bought me a beautiful beaded tea candle holder which I was admiring but could not decide on. She bought it for me so that every time I look at it, it would remind me of her. How sweet is that!!! What a great store.

We stumbled in after having lunch across the street at Nicks. If you love unique treasures, this is certainly the place to go because it’s packed with great items both old and new.
I could’ve picked up so many cute things but shopping with the hubby at times could be a total buzz kill. Unfortunately for me, this was one of those times. I did manage to find a very cute owl necklace that I knew my sister would love and resisted his request to «think about it» or comments like, «does she really need it?». Of course not but she’ll love it. She’s always loved owls and this piece was too cute to pass up.
If you love to antique shop, you must stop here if you’re in the area. Lots and lots of cool treasures.
P. S. My lil’ sis LOVED the necklace! Call it sisters intuition. =)

This one of my favorite shops on Del Mar! There is so much to look at and the way they blend new and old makes it so much fun! The owner Brenda is always so friendly and gives my dog a treat every time we are in. There has never been a time I have walked out of there empty handed.

I got a nice tea set. They weren’t really willing to negotiate the price but it wasn’t really overpriced so I am pleased with the resulting sale. I wish I had a million dollars so I could buy every nick nack.

they have TONS of stuff, and the people who worked there were helpful and friendly. i saw so much i wanted to purchase… everything from old records to an antique ladies cigarette holder to picture frames and jewelry and much more! will come back when i have money, definitely a fantastic store.

Amazing place to shop– has great dealers that sell incredible items for great prices. There is an amazing array of items from small to large, clothing and furniture, jewelry and records. Super friendly staff and easy going environment. Definitely a keeper in this amazing downtown location!

I like this place a lot. This is where I found my coastal style display cabinet. They have such a wide variety of antiques and a wide variety of decorator items, it was real nirvana for me.
They’re really nice people too. Sometimes you go into these ritzy coastal shops and there’s a vibe that makes you feel out of place. You know, those shops that can spot people of means from the regular folk. They kind of give you the skunk eye and make you feel like you’re a Beverly Hillbilly that just rolled into town walking your pet goat. It’s just the opposite with this shop. They are friendly and helpful and go out of their way to be of service and make you feel welcomed.
When I first came in to look at the cabinet I eventually bought, I was debating all manner of ways to get this thing home. They offered a lot of advise, from a local pastor who might deliver it, to the young man who works there part time. He was more than willing to help load or move any item on days he was working. They were throwing around ideas among themselves about how I could best transport my item.
After leaving, I eventually called back to give them my CC info and make my purchase. It was just about closing but they were happy to stay late to take my information. They worked with my delivery person when he came the next day and went above and beyond to ensure my satisfaction. I couldn’t have been treated better if I were a Kardashian that decided to grace this little shop with my shock and awesome presence.
Really great items here too. There were pieces that were one of a kind that I knew I’d never see again. It was SO hard to leave them behind. I have to make a trip back. There’s bucket list stuff here, stuff I need to have before I kick the bucket stuff.
It’s quite far for me, but I’m going to make a special effort to come here again. It’s worth the effort and the drive.

Nice little antique shop, which is a rare thing in the OC. They had nothing I was interested in, but it was nice to browse.

I’ve always been a big shopper but am new to antique stores. This one has a ton of cool items crammed into this store. Décor, jewelry, clothing, kitchen, etc. Lots of interesting things. I find it to be just a bit expensive but like I said I’m no expert.

This is a must do! Lots to see. Great jewelry and gifts. Cute store decorated nicely. Reasonably priced items.

One of the best antique stores to find gifts in O.C. Not only is it in beautiful downtown San Clemente, their store is packed with great finds.
I found matching sets to my mom’s dishes — sets that were no longer available elsewhere. It’s a great place to find your one of a kind Christmas gifts!

I think San Clemente gets overlooked by tourists scurrying up & down PCH on their way to better-​hyped destinations. That’s good for those of us who enjoy a leisurely exploration of the S. Calif. coast. San Clemente was smart to set up their shopping district off PCH, on laid-​back Avenida Del Mar.
The main attraction is crowded, image-​conscious open-​air eateries where people enjoy sitting at cramped tables, shouting to be heard above the din. Interspersed here & there are appealing shops like San Clemente Antiques.
I only spent $ 3.50 but they treated me like it was $ 350. I was helped by two very charming women who lovingly wrapped my tiny treasure and sent me on my way with smiles and warm wishes. They responded to my enjoyment of a small memento from the distant past, not its dollar value.
Parking: I noticed people stressing to snag a parking spot along the Avenida as if their lives depended on it. Relax. There are numerous public lots with spaces galore. Walking a few extra steps won’t kill ya.

I wandered into this store a few days before Christmas, hoping to find some good deals on last-​minute Christmas presents. 25 minutes later, I had forgotten why I had even come in because I was in antique-​lookie heaven. I would say San Clemente Antiques rivals the antique stores in Orange with their extensive, extensive, extensive collection.
The showroom is organized into sections by seller, and each seller has a theme. The front of the store draws you in with an adorable retro collection of records, pod shaped chairs, and the like. Then antiques extend backwards into infinity. I was with a friend and didn’t want to hog our shopping time, but could have easily spent hours pouring over everything.
The reason I only gave San Clemente Antiques four stars instead of five is because I was never asked if I needed any help finding anything by the employees. Normally I do not need help finding anything, but this time I actually had a very specific item I was looking for: old black-​and-​white or sepia pictures of San Clemente. They might have been in there somewhere, but I never found them and could not find an available employee to help me. I know «the hunt» is part of the antiqueing experience, but one would think that a shop on Del Mar would be accustomed to lots of questions and assisting. Alas, I must go back and search again!