Captain's Helm — Local services in Oceanside

I made an appointment to sell some clothes, I ironed and neatly folded everything. ALL of the clothes were in great shape, very very barely worn and great quality. The appointment was set to last 1 hour, they send you a text when they are done. Out of everything I bright in, they took 1 item--a purse!! I asked why they only took 1 item and the girl said they are only taking "vintage" right now. What is "vintage"? Because many items in the store are far from what I'd consider to be "vintage"! The handbag they bought was NOT "vintage". It was a total waste of time--and they didn't return my clothes in the manner in which they were received so I had to refold and organize everything! I have to say though, the girl was not rude or impolite, none the less, it's basically a waste of one's time. I've seen the other reviews and everyone seems to say the same thing:( I guess I should have believed them, but I have really nice stuff--super nice and very appropriate for the store. Don't waste your time like did, believe...

Look y’all. Don’t come here expecting an Anthropologie level shopping experience and don’t expect Salvation Army prices. This is a CONSIGNMENT store. All of the negative reviews seem to expect otherwise? The experience here is perfect for a consignment store. Employees are nice and helpful and always greet me when I come in and out. I’ve had a lot of success selling quality vintage pieces here at a reasonable buy out rate. I’ve also had a ton of success finding great denim and vintage pieces here. They also have a solid return-for-store-credit policy. Most consignment shops are final sale so it’s super nice!

Only thing I wish is that they would check the pieces they bring in a bit more closely for cleanliness/stains/minor damage. Doesn’t happen often, but I have found problems with garments a few times that has changed my mind on purchasing.

Other than that, I love it here! Go in with the right expectations for a consignment/resale shop and you won’t be...

I was refused service at Revolution coffee next door, due to kindly declining wearing a mask that the employee had touched and presented to me. I was told I could not order a coffee so I decided to walk over to the Captains Helm. And thank God I did, their coffee is amazing and their employees are very kind. As I was ordering from the window counter I caught site of the adorable store that was inside - looks like something out of a store in Australia called 1924us that I’d love to visit. Very chic, classic Cali surf vibe, and fun vintage wear with modern home nicknacks. There is outdoor seating and a few indoor stools to sit at the coffee bar. I hate to say that I’m glad that revo refused coffee service to this nurse, but I’m glad that I found an incredible new coffee shop to visit and support. Thank you for not forcing your employees to police their fellow citizens! I’ll be supporting captains helm from...