Discount Tire Store – Encinitas, CA

Simply awesome service! Picked up a nail in my tire. Made an appt at Discount Tire in Encinitas to have it repaired. Super service — fixed perfectly and in and out quickly. Andrew, my service advisor, was great. I completely expected to pay for the repair, but he told me it was free. Yes — free! I’ve bought several set of tires from Discount Tire in the past, but with this car — the one with the nail in the tire, the tires were the originals that came with the car when it was new. Unexpected complimentary service surprise that was 100% cool. When I need new tires, I will be sure to buy them from Discount Tire. Thank you!!!

Came here without looking at reviews, but I’m definitely not surprised that they’re pushing 5 stars.
I went in last week after my tire blew out on the freeway. I had my tire in the back of a friend’s car and walked in at 5:30 after what I can only describe as easily one of the top 3 worst days at work. I was expecting to be told there was no time before closing to get it done — that was my luck that weekend. The gentleman that helped me was genuinely pleasant, took a look at the tire, and told me they could get it done. My car was stuck in IB, so they let me purchase the two like I wanted and come back with my car at my convenience.
I went back today, and the service from the first time was not a fluke. Everyone I interacted with was professional, courteous, and not pushy. No problem pulling up my purchase from last week, no problem hassle getting it done.
Whatever you guys are doing, keep it up. It seems like the employees are genuinely content working there, and it shows in their interactions with your customers. Thank you so much for saving the day!

I have been buying my tires here for last 6 years. Each and every visit has been spot on. The last visit, I was in and out with 4 new tires in less than 1.5 hours.
Highly recommended

No cost AND amazing service. This company completely gets customers more then I can even explain in a review. My tire was flat yesterday morning and I don’t have a spare. But I did have slime which fills the flat so you can use the tire. Inside the tire is a big mess but at least the flat is filled till you can repair it.
I took my car to Discount. They happily looked at the tire and EVEN thought I had bought my tires at Costco they repaired the tire for free. Yes for FREE. Who does that? This is a very different and smart way to deal with the public. I would have happily paid for the repair, they spent almost an hour of their labor on the job. But they know I will most likely tell everyone about what they did, which I am, and here I am writing a review on Unilocal,which they completely deserve. Will they have a customer for life now? I think they will, all for the cost of repairing a flat. Good job Discount Tire. Ross was my service tech, great guy

Very fair place with quick and efficient work. I was assisted by Andy who was extremely professional. good humored, and considerate by providing me with options for my purchase. I do feel appreciated when someone takes the time to educate me on finer points for a subject I have no knowledge in which Andy was able to do in spades. Additionally, I appreciated that he didn’t try and upsell me as a customer since his focus was on great care above all else.
Just to close: I came in when it was EXTREMELY busy but just wanted to send my big props for the entire team! They hustled hard but provided the same courtesy that Andy gave me to everyone else. Keep up the great work guys!

Used Friday lunch hour and made noon appointment for tire rotation. Checked back in at 1pm and car tire rotation had not even started and was informed car was not checked in as «appointment». I had made «appointment» myself on-​line and checked in at noon at their front desk. I’ve been an avid supporter of Discount Tire but this lack of service has eroded my loyalty and will now consider my car dealer which has been trying to get my tire business for years everytime I have an oil change. Hey-​knocking off a tire rotation and oil change in one stop sure beats tires only at Discount Tire.

I decided to come here after reading the great reviews. I called in the AM for a tire rotation, they were able to get me in same day. Dropped my vehicle off with Mo, great customer service and awesome people person. Picked it up a little bit later, service was great and they were equally as friendly when I picked it up (even though I didn’t spend a dime). They’ve got a customer for life!

Gotta give praise to Patrick for his help today. We’ve bought our last three sets of tires from this store. Today it was a simple tire rotation, but when I pulled away there was a clicking/​rubbing sound coming from the right front that wasn’t there before. Pulled back in to DT and Patrick suggested we put it up on a lift to see what’s up. Weirdest thing, a piece of road tar or some such gunk had gotten stuck to the inside of the rim and was hitting a clip on the brake caliper, making the noise. Scraped the gunk off and problem solved. I would have never found it without Patrick’s help. Thanks again Patrick!
This is an update to my previous review. once again DT comes through. We were going on a trip and I had done a front brake job on my Tundra. Anyway, my torque wrench didn’t go high enough to torque down the front lug nuts on my wheels, so I went to Discount Tire and asked them if they would torque my front wheels for me. When the guy who helped me put the torque wrench on everything was already torqed to spec, which had me wondering whether I’d over torqued the lugs nuts. This is a concern as on my Tundra with floating rotors the lug nut torque determines the rotor torque and if you over tighten the lug nuts there’s a good possibility of warping your rotors. I asked the guy if it would be too much trouble to loosen the lug nuts and then retighten them to the correct spec, to which he responded, «I can do that.» I thought it was asking a lot but this guy cheerfully came through. Three minutes later and I’m on my way with piece of mind. Excellent service!

Long wait for a tire rotation, bring a book and a sleeping bag. If you have nothing to do and you like to watch paint dry you came to the right place.

It’s tough to complain about some places. Which is a good thing, I assume, meaning that they did what you want and without much fuss. I would think the bulk of people writing bad reviews for repair shops and the like are doing so because their engine fell out when they drove off the lot or it didn’t fly, Doc Brown Style, like they asked for.
So, it’s good to see such a shop that comes with high marks from the get-​go. I’ve been coming to this Discount Tires ever since my ’03 Tacoma needed it’s second set of new tires. After paying an arm and a leg for a fresh double pair at the Toyota Dealership, I came here because it was conveniently located close to my house. Now I come because I know it will be done cheap, reliably, and quick. That’s the car repair trifecta, right there.
Anyway, I typically come in only needing a single tire. They give me a quick, requisite sales pitch for at least one more and, after I turn that down, they immediately explain how they will rearrange the remaining three to ensure the best match in balance with the new one. There’s a quote for time, typically an hour and fifteen minutes that almost always is finished in less than 45, and I’m on my way.
About my only qualm is that the price on the tire that I usually get sometimes fluctuates each visit, but it’s a minor quibble. Paying $ 59-​$ 79 for a single Hankook once a year or so suits me just fine; I don’t go off-​road anymore, I’m really not in need of anything more than their cheapest tire, and the guys over at Discount never press or pressure for something on the higher end of the scale. At most, they may raise an eyebrow at some minor cracking, tell you to keep a watchful eye, and come back as soon as you’re able or see a cable poke through.
And as I noted in another repair shop review, when you know what you want or what you’re only capable of paying, that’s exactly the kind of service you’re looking for.

I have been bringing my Mazda3 here since I got it in 2012. Service had been great until my last visit. They failed to put air in my tires so my under inflated alarm went off the next morning and I got super cold fixing my tire pressure at 6 am on my way into work. I talked to a manager who apologized but when I called for a quote for tires yesterday the guy on the phone really didn’t want to give me any pricing at all he said bring in my car and there would be 15 choices. He really seemed irritated and he was not helpful at all. I now have an appointment with a different tire shop that did want my business.

These guys are super legit and have their stuff together. Andy checked me in and was very friendly, courteous and patient. The service was quick and no hassle (exactly what I needed on a Monday morning when I found a flat tire). Have tire needs? Fo to Discount Tires in Encinitas! 5 Star Service!

Ever tried replacing tires on an old car (2012 Honda CRV)? Fewer choices are available. Patrick Hemphill was infinitely patient with me, explaining all the pros and cons of my options. I keep coming back to this place for their service.

I have been purchasing tires from Discount Tire since I moved to California in 1993 and the Encinitas store was my primary shop initially. Back to this store to put tires on Sara’s son’s car, Fran and Pat were great! Excellent pricing and service, this store is my «go to» for tires.

I had heard great things about this place when my husband had a nail in his tire he went here and they happily repaired his tire for FREE!
Remembering this, Discount Tire immediately popped in my mind when I turned my car on and saw the illuminated exclamation point and the incessant beeping alarming me that my tires needed attention.
Drove up, walked in and Pat was quick to offer his friendly help and tire expertise to me. He walked over to my car gave a cursory glance, no nails or problems, checked the psi on each of my Pirellis and filled those bad boys up with air. Problem solved, in less than 10 min, FREE of charge, offered excellent help, answered my questions and gave me a coupon for an oil change after I asked him where I should go. In sum, if you need any attention to your tires don’t waste your time at Evan’s or anywhere else– GO TO DISCOUNT TIRE CO.
Thanks Patt and thanks Discount Tire Team. Customer service you’re doing it 100% RIGHT!!!

Encinitas Discount Tire, Picked up a screw I my tire pulled into Discount tire
It was closing time they pulled my car in they took great of my car they have all the right tools for my corvette no problem Rick, Patrick were great if you need tires I recommend them been doing Bussiness with them for years

This Discount Tire location is absolutely 5 stars, no doubt about it. I have used them for several sets of tires for several cars and my stuff is extremely difficult to find as I tend to drive some pretty unique rides. The staff here is super accommodating and always goes out of their way to located the tires, no matter what. The price is always the best, if it’s not, they’ll match and beat. Aside from the awesome service, great tire locating and price matching, their quality of work is way above average. Overall, highly recommended by both me and my M.
Pros–
Finding the right tires
Service
Prices
Promptness
Quality of work
Hard to find sizes
Location
Appointments
Cons–
Crowded at times

Showed up late on a Friday afternoon with a nail in my tire. I DID NOT purchase the tires from Discount Tire and they fixed the tire free of charge anyway. In addition, they didn’t try to sell me new tires. All of the Discount Tire people were very nice and had me on my way in less than 40 min.
I will purchase my next set of tires from Discount Tire in Encinitas!!!

I get my tires here all the time. Apparently my car burns through tires like Roberto’s burns through tortillas. It seems like I’m always replacing them. And for being the size of a damn roller skate, they’re EXPENSIVE. FU, Toyota! Anyway, I was a bad girl and didn’t rotate my last set nearly enough, and the guys at discount didn’t judge, and didn’t give me that condescending lecture that I seem to get at any other mechanic or car service place just because I’m female. Dude, just because I’m a lady doesn’t mean I don’t know how to take care of a car.
So yeah, Discount didn’t do that, and they just replaced my tires, quickly, cheaply, with no snarky backtalk. Win.

I came in here today for a rotation /​balance. While I had an appointment at 1:30 and was told by the rep (Moises) I’d be out of here in 30 – 40 mins my vehicle was still sitting in the parking lot 40 mins later. I approached the same rep and brought up my concerns regarding the delay. He apologized and said that my vehicle should have been taken care of already. He went into the shop area and spoke with some people and my vehicle was immediately pulled into a stall.
While I do appreciate everyone’s friendliness and their prompt actions to address the delay it still doesn’t make up for the fact that I had to wait 40 mins after my «appointment» for them to start the work. Who knows how much longer I would have had to wait had I not approached them…

I’ve been going to Discount Tire Stores since I first started driving. I’ve found they alway have competitive prices on tires. I’m even more a fan of their service. They do get pretty busy at times, but as another review already said, they’re doing something right!
When I’ve gone in for tires, they alway show you their screen of what tires are in stock. They show you everything from the lease expensive to the most expensive and let you decide. I’ve never been upsold on any product that they offered, or at least it didn’t feel like it. If you’re looking to spend a little less on a particular set of tires, just simply ask them for what they can do. Typically i’ve found that they can adjust any marked price and make the final price fit within your budget.
Free tire rotation and flat repair on any tire, even if the tires weren’t purchased in their store. The stores have all been well kept and clean.
Keep on Unilocal’n!