Review Highlights
“SoCal Comics is now my go-to comic book store and I don't expect that to change in the near future.” in 13 reviews
“The owner, Jamie, is great to talk to about comics and give advice for collecting or reading.” in 21 reviews
“They have lots of high end books for the hard core collectors, tons of new books, tons of TPB's, and tons of back issues.” in 6 reviews
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About the Business
Business owner information
Jamie N.
We sell comic books but we specialize in vintage comics from the 1930s to the 1970s. We are constantly buying collections and see our diversity improve every month. Our display of weekly new comics is comprehensive and draws a lot of customer attention. Our Inventory of trade paperbacks, hardcover books and graphic novels is so large we had to remodel our store and expand just to contain them!
Ask the Community
Q:
I know it you said comics but do you guys buy star wars action figures?
A:
Hello! Yes we purchase Star Wars action figures based on condition. Call us for more inquiries at 858-715-8669.
James N., Business Owner8 months agoQ:
Do they sell Gundam items?
A:
Hello! Unfortunately we don't have Gundam figures for sale.
James N., Business Owner8 months ago
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- Mike B.San Diego, CA374223Aug 20, 2023
Great owner, staff and comics. You'll find items here you won't find at other comic book stores.
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Jun 14, 2023
This is one of the best comic shops I've ever visited in California, if not the entire US. The owner knows his stuff and has a large, diverse collection of back issues, which is the only thing I really come for.
Not only do they have comics, but also pulp from the 40s, toys, games, you name it.
As far as comics though, there are several rooms containing boxes of comics, with comics even mounted on the walls in most of the rooms for your purchasing or viewing pleasure.
I was able to pick a comic after trying to decide between about 5 different higher priced ones (which are mostly stored in a few different locked cases), and the owner was willing to work with me on a fair price for it.
I highly recommend visiting if you are in the SD area.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Laura G.Bakersfield, CA1285481Aug 2, 2023
This comic store has a large collection of comic books and graphic novels. The products are well organized and clean. It's a nerd Haven. I will be returning and recommending the shop to my friends.
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Hock B.San Francisco, CA01Jan 6, 2024
The owner is everything wrong with the buying and selling business in general; absolutely a scammer who has gone decades taking collections, paying quarters on the price and falsely trying to reassure the seller that he's legitimate and that he's paying top dollar for it and flipping it for multiple times more. Spoke to a few others who have had similar situations with this person and it's sad to see he's gotten away with it for years. Truly read through the negative reviews and understand that all the instances of this owner being rude, ruthless and conniving are accurate. Do not give this store of this owner your business at all.
Helpful 1Thanks 1Love this 0Oh no 0 - Fritz J.San Francisco, CA15531Oct 2, 2023
They have a massive selection of comics and books, they usually have most of the comics you are looking for though they do get a good amount of people in there so certain new comics do fly fast there. The staff is nice, not very chatty but nice. Have a great selection of older comics too though a bit high priced for some of the condition they're in. I would say overall they are probably one of the top comics shops I have been to in San Diego!!!
Helpful 1Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Chip C.Kenilworth, Asheville, NC0261Feb 2, 2023
I lived in SD for over 15 years. Now live on east coast. Went here on my last 3 visits. Many comics. Prices range from $1 to $100s. The higher the price, the pickier the service & availability. Owner has been selling comics too long. Curmudgeon to the whole deal. Don't know where he gets his books. I have tried multiple times to offer items new/old, series/independent, great shape/fair. Unless you bring mint (which they price low), just go away.
It's more like a museum...
FYI, I purchased $100+ each visit. Still love comics...Helpful 1Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0Business owner information
James N.
Mar 13, 2023
https://s3-media0.fl.yelpcdn.com/bphoto/0ChOJSSYP17jIMAUx4z79g/168s.jpg CURMUDGEON. i DON'T THINK SO!
- Frank L.San Diego, CA5426Feb 12, 2023Updated review
Long overdue update. Got back into the comic game and still the best in town is So Cal Comics. The people who work there are friendly and the owner, a fun person to have a conversation with. Ask him about his appearance on Pawn Stars!
The first room you see is shelf to shelf new books. They have a good selection of new books, not as many indie titles as Know where comics in San Marcos, but just about all the titles.
To the right a room full of back issues books in long boxes, alphabetical. I have never found any books for myself there.
Pass a hallway, the next room has Modern back issues., alphabetical also. These are good for filling in your collection. On the walls and in glass cases are pricier comics.
Finally, in the corner of that room are silver and golden age comics. You can check in their website to see what books they have in that section. I feel they do a great job telling you what inventory they have.
Go hang out for an hour there, buy some books to support a local, long standing business.Helpful 1Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0May 19, 2013Previous reviewI had some friends from out of town who wanted to check out the comic book scene in San Diego. I yelped it of course and came across SC comics. We got several $20 for $10 deals and checked out the place.
Large and spacious. Lots of comics for cheap, lots of comics is you're missing issues, and very helpful sales people. Wall-to-wall new comics and wall-to-wall older comics. People who work there really LOVE their stuff. These guys were eating lunch AND reading comics at the same time! I mean they are surrounded by this stuff 24/7 yet they cannot help it!
Only downside: we had people looking for manga and the place didn't have much.
We will definitely be back and for anyone who is/was a collector this is a great place to find new titles to follow. - Lauren T.The Strip, Las Vegas, NV1959053Dec 12, 2022
Wow! This place is awesome! Matt and the rest of the staff is amazing. They always have terrific advice on new comics and even know what kind of style we like. We've never wanted a comic and not found Many copies! Perfect for gifting. Well stocked. Well loved. You can really tell they care about the place which is so rare these days!!! Perfect place to drop the bf/husband off for hours of fun!!!!
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Red X.Whittier, CA013Jul 3, 2023
Great selection of comics. They have a lot of sweet deals. The only downside to this shop is the lack of air conditioning lol. Comic book hunting during the summer can get sweaty ha.
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Cris H.San Diego, CA0541Sep 5, 2022
Jamie is great to work with. Jamie and his staff are very passionate and knowledgeable about everything comics. The store was larger than I had expected. They are very cautious on moving comic books around the store but understandable. Plan to spend some time there, they have a lot available.
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