15th St Surf Shop @ 32nd St.
5.0
From 7 reviews
3138 W Balboa Blvd
// Surf Shop
15th St Surf Shop
Google 4.5 · 42 reviews
Surf shop in Newport Beach, CA
About 15th St Surf Shop
The 15th St Surf Shop, located right on the boardwalk in Newport Beach, offers a curated selection of rentals, surf gear, and quality beach apparel. Customers frequently praise the friendly, helpful staff and the family-owned atmosphere that keeps the local beach culture thriving. This shop is ideal for visitors needing convenient rentals or quality clothing, ensuring a great experience just steps from the water.
The Good
Customers consistently praise the extremely friendly, helpful, and awesome staff and owners (especially Cheryl), noting their personal service, willingness to go the extra mile (like staying open late or helping plan local adventures), and ability to treat customers like they are important. The shop is highly recommended for its great location right next to the beach, good deals on clothing (Patagonia, Katin), and excellent selection of beach supplies, surf gear, and rentals (including affordable bike/board rentals). The shop is valued as a local, family-owned business preserving Newport Beach culture.
Things to Consider
A few negative points were raised, including one instance of a 'weird vibe' where staff seemed miserable or too good to help. Another customer reported marginal service due to a lack of rental inventory in their size, leading them to go elsewhere. Minor operational issues mentioned include incorrect opening hours listed online and the shop being described as small and sometimes cluttered, with limited sizes available for certain items. It was also noted that only soft-top boards are available for rent.
Features & Amenities
What makes this surf shop stand out.
- Equipment Rental
- Has Wetsuit Rental
- Friendly Staff
- Good Prices
- Has Longboard
- Has Skateboards
- Has Apparel
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