1. Chula Vista Center
City: Chula Vista, CA
Category: Shopping
Telephone: (619) 427-6700
Address: 555 Broadway
Description: Located right in the heart of Chula Vista, this mall is home to Macy’s, Mervyn’s, Sears, and JCPenney as anchors. There are more than 100 specialty stores, including Express, Victoria’s Secret, Hot Topic, and Casual Corner. An Ultrastar 10 Theater is in the mall, and so are lots of fast-food places where you can grab a snack.
2. Shoe Pavilion
City: Chula Vista, CA
Category: Shopping
Telephone: (619) 691-0640
Address: 304 East H Street
Description: Like its sister stores in Central San Diego and North County Coastal, Shoe Pavilion offers no-frills shopping but excellent quality, selection, and price in brand-name and designer shoes for men and women. Don’t miss the clearance racks, where prices are often as much as 75 percent below retail.
3. Disabled American Veterans Thrift Store
City: Chula Vista, CA
Category: Shopping
Telephone: (619) 420-1371
Address: 881 Broadway
Description: If you’re a dedicated bargain-hunter, get ready to dive into the largest of the Disabled Vets’ stores. You may have to plow through a lot of stuff before you come upon what you’re seeking, but that’s half the fun. And there’s a ton of quality mixed in with the stuff that might be best classified as “junque.” Clothing for the whole family, accessories, and home furnishings are just some of the treasures you’ll find. Be sure to check out the collection of silk ties. It’s a great way to add to your collection for a fraction of the retail price. Closed Sunday.
4. Family Christian Store
City: Chula Vista, CA
Category: Shopping
Telephone: (619) 425-4223
Address: 639 Broadway
Description: Like the other stores in this chain, Family Christian Store serves the Christian community with a wide selection of religious gifts as well as books, CDs, and tapes—some in Spanish. Although they don’t carry them in stock, Sunday school supplies can be special-ordered.
5. Gibson & Gibson Antique Lighting
City: Chula Vista, CA
Category: Shopping
Telephone: (619) 422-2447
Address: 180 Mace Street #C9
Description: Antique lighting is the specialty at Gibson & Gibson in Chula Vista, both originals and reproductions. Does your home need an antique lamp to set off your favorite room? This is the place to find it. The store has two warehouses full of fixtures and lamps, and upon learning of your decorating desires, the staff will show you pieces from its vast collections. It’s essential to call first to make sure an employee is on-site when you want to visit.
6. My Bridal Gown
City: Chula Vista, CA
Category: Shopping
Telephone: (619) 407-4075
Address: 281 Third Avenue
Description: You’ll be overwhelmed by the more than 1,000 designer bridal gowns that this store stocks. Expert bridal consultants will help you select the perfect gown in sizes 4 to 40 for a storybook wedding. If there’s something special you have in mind, My Bridal Gown can order direct from the manufacturer at a substantial savings. Your attendants will be delighted by the large selection of bridesmaids’ dresses and accessories.