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Pair A Dice Games
2020 Hacienda Dr ste a, Vista, CA 92081, United States
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Ia
Review №1

Awesome local game shop. They have a ton of different games and even have a dedicated gaming room to play with friends.

We
Review №2

I was there couple of weeks ago to buy Chess Sets.Service is exceptional. Very helpful and knowledgeable. However we are just a bit disappointed that they dont have enough Chess Sets to pick from. They either have the cheap plastic ones or they have the super expensive ones.I just wish that they improve their inventory because all and all this place has a lot of good stuff in it and has a very friendly vibe to it.

D
Review №3

Great game store and amazing staff. They are always willing to answer your questions no matter how many question you have. The employees always give you their full attention, something very rare these days. Could I save more money buying online sure, but the staff treats my kids and I liked we actually matter and for that I don’t mind spending the extra cash. Plus they have a rewards program for spending $$ and you’ll also get a $10 off coupon for your birthday. Keep up the great work!

Gr
Review №4

Great atmosphere and really cool products. Very helpful clerk with good advice on cards

Ch
Review №5

Extremely helpful staff, very good selection. Slightly difficult to find things but I went without a specific agenda so browsing was a pleasure. They had an especially impressive selection of Fantasy Flight Arkham Horror and Lord of the Rings LCG packs and expansions.

Ro
Review №6

Phenomenal customer service.Extremely knowledgeable about many different games.Competitive pricing.Wonderful Gaming Environment

Lu
Review №7

Great overall experience. The staff was knowledgeable and passionate about their respective games.Will be my new spot for sure.

Ro
Review №8

All genre of board games can be found here. In addition, they have an active community. Somewhat suppressed because of the pandemic, but an employee told me they are planning to open their game room in July when State restrictions are eased. I am so glad to see the store open again. Best of luck to them!

Ja
Review №9

Awesome shop with nearly every type of boardgame you can think of. Great amount of figures, paints, and other items for Warhammer and D&D. They also have cards like Pokémon, Magic, and other card games along with the top/side loaders of all again! They have a room where people can play matches of card games. Friendly staff. Will definitely come back agaon!

Jo
Review №10

My son and I recently visited your store. The staff was so friendly and helpful. My son had so many questions and the staff member spent lots of time answering all of his questions. There are other gaming stores closer to us but we would not go anywhere else. You guys are great!

Em
Review №11

Great selection of games of all types. Clean and well orgnanized store. Staff is very helpful.

Da
Review №12

This is the store you need. This is the golden age of board games. Dont play Monopoly or any garbage like that. Go to Pair of Dice and they will help you find a FANTASTIC game that matches your interests and experience.

Al
Review №13

Really good customer support. If you cant find what youre looking for, ask and theyre really nice about helping people who are new.

Pa
Review №14

A very good selection. Competitive pricing, even compared against online prices. The staff is extremely friendly and knowledgeable. You can tell they truly have an affinity for board games. They also have a website that Ive found very accurate in terms of inventory stock in store, which is convenient and helpful. They also seem to ha e a solid paint section for miniatures. Id recommend this place to anyone interested in board games or miniatures.

Gr
Review №15

Easy and fast service. Made it easy to find what I wanted with the help of the staff! I will be definitely returning again.

Xe
Review №16

I cant stress enough how helpful both of the guys there were and ensured I purchased the cards I needed vs what I THOUGHT I needed but really didnt. I ended up purchasing about 40 bucks more and also was told of some upcoming seasonal products to look forward to.

He
Review №17

Wow, what can I say? I have recently gotten into Warhammer 40K and I go into the store to get my first beginner items to help me along. Multiple people came in and gave me tips on how to paint and what paints to buy for my miniatures and gave me good hints to what I should do next. Not only that, the staff were incredible individuals who loved what they were doing and were a joy to be around. When I was buying my models, a guy even gave me 3 extra to experiment out with and to see what paints works and to give me an extra boost. Whoever that was, give that man a raise. Anyways, if you are a beginner into anything they sell or an experienced veteran, I would highly suggest you buy from this establishment and talk to the loving staff there. Thank you so much for being great people

Gr
Review №18

This place is amazing! Great selection of minis and paint! Also, some of the best and friendliest staff Ive ever encountered. Gave me tons of awesome advice and encouragement for beginning miniature painting. I will definitely be returning.

St
Review №19

I liked that one of the employees were willing to help me make a deck and help with suggestions for it. He was fair and honest about the prices and also was able to explain about the decision process behind the cards he showed me. Very experienced - I am glad to have come here.

Sa
Review №20

Great local place to buy all types of board games and card games. They even have a gaming area.

Fe
Review №21

Great customer service. Always have nice staff when I come in, I enjoy my time there whenever I come in.

Ne
Review №22

Great service and selection of magic cards would recommend to anyone who is interested in the game I will be back.

Da
Review №23

Great store, amazing variety of games and accessories. Definitely a hidden gem.

Ar
Review №24

I have been going to Pair-a-Dice for awhile now. They have a huge selection of board games that it can sometimes be a little overwhelming, but that is where the staff come in. The staff that work here are very welcoming. If you are looking for something particular they can point you in the right direction and might even recommend a game that may become a new favorite of yours. During this crazy time having someplace which can give you a game to play with your family or close friends safely is amazing.

Jo
Review №25

The staff is friendly and willing to answer any questions or just chat about games, which makes visits fun.

De
Review №26

Really good place to play. Their is always things going on here on the weekend. They have a lot of different terrain to pick from. Its very family friendly.

Tr
Review №27

The store has tons of variety and you can tell the people working there love what they do; its a great environment that I love walking into!

Do
Review №28

Always a fan of this store. Didnt find what I was looking for but had a good time and a nice interaction with the employee.

pi
Review №29

Knowledgeable sales staff that isnt pushy. Well versed in nearly every game I picked up, they had honest and candid feedback about the games, often from first hand experience. Their covid mitigation measure were also reassuring. Happy to shop there.

Me
Review №30

Excellent selection of gaming supplies. Went here for D&D figures and found exactly what I needed. Great store!

Ph
Review №31

Excellent selection of products from Sci-Fi to fantasy. Im into wargames and miniatures so this is a great store. I wish you guys were closer to Temecula though. Heck of a drive to get o your place. Great friendly atmosphere too!

La
Review №32

I live 2 hours away, but make special trips to this store. It has an amazing selection and decent prices. There is an In-n-Out Burger in the same parking lot, so I highly recommend parking behind the building.

Kr
Review №33

My home game store I enjoy all my visits and always find cool stuff.

Jo
Review №34

This is a great place to buy dungeons and dragons, warhammer, and magic the gathering gear. There are plenty of games to choose from if youre looking for something new. The employees here are the best Ive seen. Theyre friendly, smiling and always ready to lend a hand. I signed up for their rewards/membership system which is free and they sent me a hand written letter overall I must say Im very impressed!!! Thanks guys for being awesome!

Ch
Review №35

Since I found Pair A Dice games after moving here I havent been to another store. The staff is exceptional and very knowledgeable. They have helped guide me into finding new games that appeal to my interests, the community behind them and the events they hold (subject to change due to current national/global situation), and the variety of items they offer. They even offered specific events in a learning environment for upcoming kids to learn and enjoy the world of gaming. I will continue to support the company and staff here.

Ra
Review №36

Best place to sell magic cards, pays top dollar if u got a good set going on ...

Ki
Review №37

Ive been to this location multiple times and every time I had gone I was greeted with a simple Hello and asked if I needed anything to simple ask the associates working at the desk which in my case is a big plus, since I like to browse at my own leisure without having someone hovering over me the entire time. There is a wide array of games and trading card product to browse from and the staff are very knowledgeable about all the products they carry. Overall I would very much recommend this location for those looking for War game, Card game and Board game related ventures.

An
Review №38

Everyone was very helpful and I left with no complaints.

A
Review №39

Always my go to place to purchase ttrpg figures There were lots of new figures that were available to look through and buy! The staff were very friendly and helped me sign up for their rewards program :)

br
Review №40

Pair A Dice Games is the best source for gaming supplies in the North County area of San Diego county.

Ga
Review №41

Despite being on the phone to place an order with your distributor when I first arrived at the store, the employee finished his call and then came to find me in the store to see what I needed help with. He was able to quickly answer my questions and sell me the product(s) I was looking for before moving on to help the other customer that had come into the store while I was waiting. The store was open for sales, but not in the in-store play area during the present Social Distancing efforts and is enforcing customer entry limits (7) and requiring face masks to enter the store.

Ry
Review №42

Helpful service and a great selection of board games, tabletop, card, and dice games. This place is amazing for anyone looking into a DnD campaign or MTG game, among many others. Miniatures and painting supplies as well. The list goes on and on. Stop by to check it out for yourself.

Pr
Review №43

Every time Ive been here, theyve helped me find what Im looking for, helped into Warhammer 40K, had great conversations about products and current events, and all around a great experience from a friendly local game store! Especially you Tom! You rock!

Gu
Review №44

Knowledgeable staff, good selection. Excellent management of COVID guidelines, specifically number of customers allowed in the store at one time. Overall very happy to have found this great little shop and its helpful team.

Na
Review №45

This is a great store to visit if you have an itching for any type of board or card games. It has a wide selection of every type of board game to look for. It also carries warmachine and warhammer models, they have a great selection of warmachine/hordes models but only has a small selection of warhammer(40k and age of Sigmar). They also carry magic the gathering cards and paints. Most of the staff are very friendly and helpful. However if you have never been to a boardgame store the prices might be a scare.

Ma
Review №46

Would like to add now that COVID is not stopping in person gaming, their are great patrons there to pick up games with. I loved being able to walk in and poke my head at the gaming tables and before long being invited to pull up a seat. Pair A Dice has a great area of tables allow big Tabletop war gaming or just MtG to be played. I wish I could give this place 6 Stars.Really cant say enough good about this place.First off I am glad they are open during these trying times of COVID.Second the staff is very helpful, every time I there they are discussing the latest info on games with the customers, helping them find whatever it is they came in for, and being overall gamers at heart.Third I want to give a shout out to Tom (I belive that is his name) for taking time to try and order me some 3in bases for some Reaper Bones minitures Im painting and for giving me excellent advice on brushes.I only started shopping here after COVID but I cant wait until they allow customers to set at tables and play games again. This place is a real gem.

Ty
Review №47

Best board game selection in all of north county San Diego.

Mi
Review №48

A home base for all my gaming needs!!

ca
Review №49

Excellent customer service. A must store for people who enjoy games. They are diligent following covid protocols, nice and clean store.

Vi
Review №50

Wide slection of board games, tcg/ccg, and table top roleplaying games.

Th
Review №51

The store has a great selection of games and accessories and the gentleman behind the counter was friendly and knowledgeable.

Yo
Review №52

I love this place! Great selection and they help track down games that may not be in stock. I always end up leaving with a few more games and puzzles than I came in to get.

Mi
Review №53

Friendly staff. Good selection of board games.

Di
Review №54

Pair a Dice games is a great store with a friendly and helpful staff. They are managing to keep safety a top priority while maintaining a helpful and positive attitude. Love their staff and products.

Su
Review №55

So many choices and a wonderful staff to help you chose! Weather you are an avid game player or just looking for something new, you will find it here!

Gi
Review №56

Ive been coming here for 10 years and its always a pleasure to go to. Ive gamed here with friends, purchased their products, and the staff is top notch! Definitely my favorite gaming store.

al
Review №57

When we came into the store we had no idea what we were looking for as we are new to table top games. The employee that helped us took us around to all different types of games and explained to us the differences. It was above and beyond what I feel most employees would do. The next weekend when we came by to buy another game he remembered us and our previous purchase and asked how we had liked it. Definitely happy that we decided to check the store out and we will buy most if not all of our games here from now on. The prices are fair, pretty much mirroring Amazon on most products (sometimes even cheaper) and by shopping here instead of Amazon we are helping a local business and putting money back into the community. And we get the game the same day!

Wi
Review №58

Awesome game shop. Friendly and helpful staff. If they dont have it on hand they will gladly order it for you.

La
Review №59

Always so sweet. Great game choices and will happily order any for you.

Or
Review №60

Great inventory, huge amounts of board games, and helpful customer service you cant ask for more in a game store!!!

Ch
Review №61

The store is well stocked, with a busy (when I visited) section for gaming. There seemed to be an adequate amount of staff, though the attention to their customers could have been better. My main complaint here would have to be the utter lack of organization in how the games are shelved. It was very frustrating attempting to find things, and I finally had to go to the counter and ask them to check stock. Having said that, I would go back, as the variety of games they carry is much larger than most stores Ive been in.

No
Review №62

Been going here for over a decade still love it.

Ta
Review №63

One of the employees is really sweet, but the community is really toxic and rude. Snarky remarks and obnoxious, never going there again.

Al
Review №64

It’s like a Barnes&Noble for table-top games, but I definitely enjoy Pair A Dice Games more! While you browse the wares there are live games being played in the next room and you really get to feel the excitement of it all. It’s a great set up and worth repeat visits!

Ja
Review №65

Great collection and the staff was super knowledgeable and very helpful.

St
Review №66

Very well stocked game store. Staff were very knowledgeable about the games and helped guide us to great games for our family.

St
Review №67

Love this store. They have a great selection of games and the staff are amazing. They know so much about the different games and give great suggestions. We have asked for a recommendation almost every time and have never been disappointed with a purchase.

Je
Review №68

What a selection of games! Great staff that were very helpful. I drove an hour to check it out. Worth every minute. I will definitely be back...often.

Mi
Review №69

Great place for those that enjoy board games and local gaming events. Pair of Dice holds weekly event in an area inside the store off the merchandise floor. All events are posted on an easel in the store but one can obtain the information via website and or the store employees. As one that enjoys a good old fashion board game once in a while, this place has it all. The layout is not the largest store but it is well designed and has a board game for everyone of any age. From the classics to the newer legacy, series, and story building games. Deck builders, timeline era themes, and dungeon and dragons just to name a few. The staff is knowledgeable and helpful with each one having there personal genres to help guide those unsure on choosing from the many selections to choose from. There is also a membership card to rack up awards.

Fi
Review №70

I went in to get some pokemon cards and because I asked to have my number on record, they called me the moment that they got their order a d were even able to set aside a hidden fates elite trainer box for me

Da
Review №71

Great selection...I liked that I could browse to find a solo Eurogame thats somewhat unknown and not stocked by the major online sellers: Expo 1906 which is themed around LEsposizione Internazionale del Sempione,115 years ago in Milan. Try that search online and youll get endless pages of dry-erase marker suggestions.

Da
Review №72

How have I not been here before?!? They have an extensive and excellent selection of games. Everything from casual party games to multi session long campaign games. The staff are all huge game nerds. So just talk to them about the kind of games youve played before and youll definitely get recommendations from them on other games you might like or even styles of gameplay youve never heard of before that you might like. My only complaint is that the shelves are organized by game manufacturer. So similar games are not together on the shelves. Plan on spending some time browsing.There is also a game room next door that is free to use. Lots of tables and chairs. Set yourself up with some friends and play some games youve just bought or bring your own.

Sl
Review №73

Love the environment, the selection is great too.

Ki
Review №74

Fantastic place with amazing staff! Ethan helped my friend and I find a new game while we were browsing the shelves that weve quickly become obsessed with!! Love going and will be trying out some of their open events as well very soon!

Ti
Review №75

The best part other than the great staff is the used games section. You have something that no one else carries and we love it!Im Tim Owen and I approve this message

Am
Review №76

It was my first visit. The staff were friendly, knowledgable, professional. I like to shop at places where people enjoy their job because it shows in the way they treat the customer. I wish I had had more time that day to look around. I will definitely be back!

BT
Review №77

Great place to explore your table top experience! New to table top games go in and talk to the staff they are very knowledgeable on all their products, casual gamer looking for something slightly more interesting than monopoly go talk to PairofDice they will point you in the right direction. Experienced GM with a group or without they have plenty of room to spread out and play your favorite tabletop from warhammmer 40k to ticket to ride!

Tr
Review №78

Have been coming to this place for years. Let’s see, middle school till now is...over a decade now. It will keep my business as long as they don’t clearly overcharge with the market.

Vi
Review №79

A well stocked game shop that provides great service with a friendly atmosphere. Great folks!

An
Review №80

The community here was condescending and disrespectful. Do not recommend coming here.

Al
Review №81

Great store for tabletop gaming and related items. Recently been getting my nephews interesting in D&D so more reason to visit. Always finding interesting things on their shelves.

su
Review №82

WHY ARE YOU OPEN? Social Distancing people. Be a part of the solution not the problem. Are you at least canceling gameplay sessions or is the place packed with potential virus carriers?

Ja
Review №83

Amazing selection and exceptionally kind staff. Their games are, on average, a little pricier than you can find online. However, their helpfulness makes it well worth paying extra to support a local business.

Je
Review №84

Wide variety of board games, lore books, Magic cards, miniatures... anything your nerdy heart could desire. Staff is super knowledgeable and fun to chat with about strategies and games. Also enjoy the board game rental!

Br
Review №85

Been coming here since I was a kid. Know the owner personally, and used to play cards with his son. Rick the owner is a nice man and try’s really hard to please all customers with an array of games and things to see and look at. Very impressed how his Magic the Gathering collection has grown over the years (never looked like that 15 years ago, kinda wish it had). I would recommend this card shop to anyone and everyone looking to get into card games or dice games as a whole.

Bu
Review №86

These days its rare to see gaming shops that havent had to diversify to stay afloat. If youre looking for table-top gaming supplies this is your place. By keeping their product focused theyre able to have a great selection. Also has some tables in the back for games and meetups.

Do
Review №87

A HUGE selection of tabletop games with a really friendly staff. Im completely new to tabletop games, so the man behind the counter came out and showed me a variety of beginner games that were a hit with my friends. I signed up for their rewards and received a hand written thank you card in the mail about a week later. What kind of customer service is that? The best kind. Such a great experience that I will be coming back to purchase from these guys to help them out!

Ce
Review №88

I love this place, It seems to have everything I want, AND I can assure myself that I wont get lost in this Bookstore.. Got a bit sidetracked in the Newton bookstore.. Its a busy spot with some chairs to plant yourself if I wish to read a few chapters. Plus Pair A Dice Games Coolidge corner is a gem. I wonder now if they have book readings..

Ha
Review №89

Tom is always very helpful and enthusiastic. Helped me find paints and handled sale quickly. Inventory is solid most every time I visit. Highly recommend this store for Boardgames, Warhammer products, and Roleplaying needs.

Mi
Review №90

This is more or less a perfect little gaming store. Half of the store is set aside for play, and you can even rent a comfortable room with a microwave and sink. Their selection is unmatched; Ive never gone there and not been able to find a game, as long as it is even vaguely in print. They regularly host events of all types. The staff is uniformly friendly and knowledgeable. They even sell snacks. Highly recommended.

Ja
Review №91

Ok but they didnt have scrabble

De
Review №92

Came in looking for a good 2-player game and we had a great game recommended to us while browsing the floor stock. Awesome service and its clear the staff is knowledgeable.

De
Review №93

Great and best please to get any kinda game or system better then gamestop

Ro
Review №94

An excellent local game store. Ive been coming here for years and plan to continue giving them my business. Friendly staff, well stocked shelves, fair prices, and a welcoming community are all great reasons to visit Pair A Dice Games, truly a gamers paradise!And make sure to join their rewards program. Ive received so many gift certificates and great discounts, its totally worth it.

Ky
Review №95

All the games you can imagine and the employees know their stuff. While it can get pricey, its well worth it if youre looking for those hard to find games from your childhood. Plus, if you want to learn to play games, they can give you all the tools you need.

Je
Review №96

Pair a Dice has a great selection of boards game, books, minis, and more. My husband and I go there at least once a month and always enjoy browsing their selection, buying new gaming books and board games. They also have a great dice selection available. Pair a Dice is our go-to gaming store, hands down. The staff is very knowledgeable and always willing to help you with whatever you need. Whenever you want to meet more gamers in the local community you can post or reply to posts on their board, and meet them at the store to play on location. Its a nerd safe haven, and all around a fun place to be. We love Pair a Dice!

MO
Review №97

Best inventory south of Orange County!! Always a go to, we never leave the San Diego area without a stop at our favorite game store. That is if we hadnt already planned an entire weekend around spending the day there playing games. The staff is always wonderful. Tom is our usual go to. The shop is always clean and tidy, bathrooms are top notch. Serious gaming stores are always struggling to keep clean bathrooms but these guys have it down.

Jo
Review №98

I drive more than 40 miles (one-way) to do my game shopping at this store, its that amazing. Huge selection, wonderful staff, welcoming atmosphere. Cannot recommend it highly enough!

Da
Review №99

This store is amazing. The staff is always good to my brother and I. We can come down, talk magic, and shop for new cards all while having a lively conversation with the staff.

Re
Review №100

Ive always liked board games, but as a kid I didnt really get into any obscure games. Monopoly and Risk were pretty much the norm. Maybe if I really wanted to get crazy, Id play a game of Axis and Allies.But Pair a Dice ROCKS! The community is great, the team is helpful, and the selection is massive. If they have it, theyll show it to you, theyve played it, and theyll tell you what if youll like it or not. If they dont have it, theyll be happy to get it for you.I also LOVE Amazon Prime. I buy almost everything through there, except my boardgames, card games or any other game! I head down to Pair a Dice for those.I would (and do) recommend this store and team. Theyre amazing!

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  • Address:2020 Hacienda Dr ste a, Vista, CA 92081, United States
  • Site:https://pairadicegames.com/
  • Phone:+1 760-940-0139
Categories
  • Book store
  • Game store
  • Collectibles store
Working hours
  • Monday:12–5PM
  • Tuesday:12–5PM
  • Wednesday:12–5PM
  • Thursday:12–5PM
  • Friday:12–5PM
  • Saturday:12–5PM
  • Sunday:12–5PM
Service options
  • Curbside pickup:Yes
  • In-store pickup:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
Payments
  • Checks:Yes
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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