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CARD SHOPS IN
SAN DIEGO

Local card shops in San Diego, California

22 Shops in San Diego
4.7★ Avg Rating
3,773 Total Reviews
9 Upcoming Events

Trading Card Shops in San Diego

We list 12 trading card shops in San Diego, serving the local collector community. Shops here cater to singles, tournaments and events, Pokémon, with offerings ranging from sealed wax and singles to graded gems, accessories, and tournament-ready supplies.

Local favorites include Tito Ricks Garage/Cafe (5.0★, 43 reviews). There are 9 upcoming card shows, tournaments, or conventions in the San Diego area.

Whether you're chasing the latest releases, cracking packs with friends, or hunting that elusive vintage card, San Diego's card shops have something for every type of collector. Browse the listings below to find your next favorite spot — and if we've missed a shop you know, tell us and we'll add it.

⭐ Top Picks in San Diego

The highest-rated card shops in San Diego, hand-picked by collector reviews.

#1
Bards & Cards
★ 4.8 (107 reviews)
💎 Singles 🏆 Events 🔮 Magic
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#2
TC's Rockets — Comics & Toys
★ 4.7 (1,068 reviews)
⚡ Pokémon 💎 Singles 🏆 Events
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#3
Tito Ricks Garage/Cafe
★ 5.0 (43 reviews)
⚡ Pokémon 💎 Singles 🏆 Events
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🗺️ Card Shops Map — San Diego

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Xxplosive Hits Card Shop
15 reviews
★ 5.0
750 Beyer Way, San Diego, CA
⚡ Pokémon 💎 Singles 🎌 Japanese 🏆 Events
Hours
9AM-9PM
● Closed
Otay Mesa San Diego card shop open 9AM to 9PM daily, known for fair prices on One Piece and Pokemon packs and a counter crew that answers questions.…
619-623-7214
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MCollectibles
40 reviews
★ 4.8
1280 Picador Blvd Ste 104, San Diego, CA
⚡ Pokémon 💎 Singles 🏆 Events
Hours
12:30PM-7:30PM
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South Bay Pokemon headquarters where league nights and a tight singles wall draw San Diego families — a small shop with an outsized community.…
619-675-1006
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Game Zone
56 reviews
★ 4.7
2560 Laning Rd Ste A102, San Diego, CA
⚡ Pokémon 🔮 Magic 💎 Singles 🏆 Events
Hours
12PM-8PM
● Closed
Point Loma-side San Diego card shop stocking Pokemon, Magic and League of Legends sealed and singles, with play tables out back for same-day sessions.…
619-535-6865
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Brute Force Games
Brute Force Games
210 reviews
★ 4.6
3755 Murphy Canyon Rd, San Diego, CA
💎 Singles 🏆 Events 🔮 Magic
Hours
12PM–8PM
● Closed
San Diego's largest Magic: The Gathering singles inventory. Weekly events, competitive buy prices, and a massive open play area near Kearny Mesa.…
(619) 230-5655
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TC's Rockets
TC's Rockets
245 reviews
★ 4.6
5155 Waring Rd, San Diego, CA
⚡ Pokémon 💎 Singles 🏆 Events 🔮 Magic 🃏 Yu-Gi-Oh!
Hours
10:30AM–9PM
● Closed
Father-and-son comic book shop turned San Diego gaming destination. Comics, trading cards, toys, and a 200+ seat game room — plus pizza next door.…
(619) 713-0078
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Game Empire
Game Empire
810 reviews
★ 4.5
5037 Shawline St, San Diego, CA
⚡ Pokémon 🔮 Magic 💎 Singles 🏆 Events
Hours
10AM–9PM
● Closed
Game Empire is one of San Diego's largest and most established game stores, occupying a massive space on Shawline Street in Kearny Mesa. With over 800 reviews a…
(858) 576-1525
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At Ease Games
At Ease Games
195 reviews
★ 4.5
8990 Miramar Rd, Ste 150, San Diego, CA
⚡ Pokémon 💎 Singles 🏆 Events 🔮 Magic
Hours
10AM–11PM
● Closed
San Diego's massive gaming and tournament center off Miramar Road. Board games, miniatures, MTG, Pokémon, and a play area that seats 200+ players.…
(858) 549-4263
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Main Street Collectibles
31 reviews
★ 4.3
1501 India St Ste 106, San Diego, CA
⚡ Pokémon 🎌 Japanese 💎 Singles 🏆 Events
Hours
11AM-6PM
● Closed
Little Italy storefront in San Diego mixing Funko Pops, anime figures and trading cards, with Pokemon Japanese packs and superhero card packs on the shelves.…
619-816-0642
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Rare and Sleeveless
70 reviews
★ 4.1
5995 Mira Mesa Blvd Ste F & G, San Diego, CA
⚡ Pokémon 💎 Singles 🎌 Japanese 🏆 Events 🃏 Yu-Gi-Oh!
Hours
3:30PM-9PM
● Closed
Mira Mesa TCG hub running official Pokemon League nights, with San Diego's deeper benches of Yu-Gi-Oh, One Piece and Lorcana singles on the shelves.…
858-230-6506
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📅 UPCOMING EVENTS IN SAN DIEGO

Card shows, conventions, and tournaments in and around San Diego. View all California events →

Oct 15
🃏 Card Show
Collectors Corner Card Show
AleSmith Brewing Company — San Diego
Oct 15
Oct 18
🃏 Card Show
Collectors Corner Card Show
AleSmith Brewing Company — San Diego
Oct 18
Oct 18
🃏 Card Show
Collectors Corner Card Show
Four Points by Sheraton San Diego — San Diego
Oct 18
Oct 22
🃏 Card Show
Collectors Corner Card Show
AleSmith Brewing Company — San Diego
Oct 22
Nov 6
🃏 Card Show
SD Card Show - Sports, TCG, Collectibles & More
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Mission Valley — San Diego
Nov 6–7
Nov 13
⚡ Pokémon TCG
Collector Fest November Edition
Handlery Hotel San Diego — San Diego
Nov 13
Nov 28
⚡ Pokémon TCG
Maximum Card Show San Diego
Eventide Pavilion, Sheraton San Diego Resort — San Diego
Nov 28
Dec 19
🃏 Card Show
SD Card Show - Sports, TCG, Collectibles & More
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Mission Valley — San Diego
Dec 19
Feb 5
🎪 Convention
SCG CON San Diego 2027
San Diego Convention Center — San Diego
Feb 5–7

📍 Nearby Cities with Card Shops

The closest other cities with shops in our directory, within 100 miles of San Diego.

La Mesa, CA 2 shops · 8.2 mi Chula Vista, CA 2 shops · 11 mi El Cajon, CA 1 shop · 12 mi Escondido, CA 2 shops · 24 mi Oceanside, CA 3 shops · 33 mi Temecula, CA 2 shops · 53 mi

📍 Other Cities in California

Browse card shops in nearby California cities.

Los Angeles 24 shops San Jose 12 shops Fresno 11 shops Bakersfield 10 shops San Francisco 8 shops Huntington Beach 6 shops Chico 5 shops Sacramento 5 shops View all California →

❓ Card Shops in San Diego — FAQ

How many card shops are in San Diego, California?
There are currently 12 trading card shops listed in San Diego on The Card Shop Finder. Each listing includes hours, reviews, contact info, and directions.
What is the highest-rated card shop in San Diego?
Tito Ricks Garage/Cafe currently has the highest rating at 5.0★ across 43 reviews.
What kinds of cards do San Diego shops specialize in?
The most common specialties in San Diego are: singles (12 shops), tournaments and events (12 shops), Pokémon cards (10 shops).
Are there card shows or tournaments in San Diego?
Yes — there are currently 9 upcoming card shows, tournaments, or conventions in the San Diego area. See the events section on this page for details.

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