MCX Miramar

A military exchange that has everything you pretty much need. Clothes, shoes, kitchen, electronic, books, jewelry etc. it doesn’t have all the top brands, but for being a little lower cost and tax free, it’s not a bad place. I like going to the gardening section because the succulents are exceptionally cheap and high quality.
They accept NEX competitor coupons.
⁴⁄₅ stars because of mediocre brand selection. Otherwise I shall return!

Love shopping here for make up! Great deals and selection is great. I can spend the whole day here. I do put a dent in my wallet every time I go but it’s worth it. There is always parking and never too crowded. Looking forward to exploring more!

This is my favorite Mcx to shop at, they have all kinds of selection, the prices are always low! And if not they will price match, I love their costumer service I shop at all the other exchanges and nex and it’s just not the same as miramar, the men’s department is huge! The workers there always seem to be ready to help, and always have smiles on their faces, love this store!

I go here for babywear, skin creams, sunglasses, sports wear etc,
has a strange array of fashionwear, looks like someone was blind drunk when they ordered that lot…
Tax free, prices seem to be far more reduced here than on the high street.
I find a lot of the time in the skincare area, there’s never any prices marked up & most of the shop assistants are huddled together yapping away & kinda totally unaware someone needs their assistance, & when you do finally work out who works there, you feel like you’re disturbing their daily yap.

The sales associates are always super friendly, helpful and has a smile on their faces. As far as prices goes, you can certainly buy some of their items at a better price elsewhere. Tax free is ALWAYS a bonus but do your homework. Make sure to google the prices before purchasing simply because of the tax free. A coffee/​café shop would be nice

Did you guys fix you’re A/​C yet?! Every time I walk in here, I swear their A/​C is broken! I love coming here when they have sales! Everything is already 20% off of outside store prices and it’s even better when an additional 20−50% is marked off of the original price! Always plenty of parking, their selection is getting better and the gas station is right across the street!

Always go with high hopes, but the customer service is non existent. It’s pretty slow customer wise, and we know why. The most unhelpful and unapproachable staff. It seems it’s a burden to answer a question and I can’t imagine how bad it is if you bought something and needed help.

I have been here a few times and every time I come here there are hardly any lines or packed. This MCX has plenty of parking and ways to get to it.
They are always tax free here and competitive with all the other stores. They will match any advertised price as long as you show them the advertisement! This MCX carries all the basic necessities and gear you need. The A/​C always seems to be lacking though.
They also have a food court, red box, and barber shop. They can alter any type of uniforms or sew on name plates on gear as well. They will rush your order if you need it done the same day free charge, which extremely helped me! Plus they carry Army patterns as well, so not just for the Marines!
Overall 4 stars because they should of fixed the A/​C issues a long time ago.

Their make-​up section just keeps getting better and better. I got hustled big time during their Black Friday 20% off sale on Origin, Clinique, Bare Minerals, Too Faced, Smashbox, Shiseido, Lancome… yup alla that. Killed my wallet, but so much happiness for my bare face.

Typical MCX… nothing extraordinary about it. But they really need to get the AC fixed. It is ridiculous when the outside is cooler then the inside during these warm months.

The design and layout of this MCX reminds me of the old BX on Kadena AB (on Okinawa). It’s a pretty big place but lacks the second floor that the NEX on 32^nd has. Parking here is better, but only because fewer people shop at this MCX, at least during the times when I go here.
Like every other NEX/​MCX/​BX/​PX/​Exchange (whatever you want to call it) I’ve been to, it’s tax free and carries a lot of the same overpriced selection of clothing, shoes, and perfume/​cologne. Thus, I only go here for three reasons:
1) Pride gear. Limited, but still carries some nice stuff.
2) The sales. I miss the 75% off deals from Camp Foster, so I stop by from time to time to see if there’s anything worth buying.
3) I’m stuck on base and don’t have a ride to the city.
There’s a mini-​uniform shop/​section in one corner of the MCX; this includes ribbons, accompanying devices, badges, collar devices, etc. Perfect location for those who live in the housing next to the MCX.

Maybe it was just the day I showed up, but this exchange had no air conditioning. I mean, it was HOT!!! There was some in the entrance but as soon as you got through the automatic doors… Just heat.
Past that, this is an enormous exchange, with cards, clothes, appliances and more. I would continue to shop here of I were in Miramar more often.

super grateful to have this exchange.
DVDs though are normally cheaper at target which i find strange. like sometimes as much as $ 10!
but they are such a wonderful option for home goods, clothes, jewelry and the purses! omg heaven right there

No sales tax, can’t complain!
Although the filipino ladies at the registers can confuse the living crap out of you sometimes.

This place rocks! Who would have ever thought the only place I can find my size of clothes and the biggest selection would be on a marine base. You can get really good quality here at prices unheard of at conventional stores

Where else can you find that D&B purse you want, deodorant, big screen tv and pride gear?! MCX
Honestly I prefer 32^nd street but MCX is a good place to shop if you don’t want to be pricing around. (I still do) You can be sure you are not getting ripped off if you buy anything there.
Buy: I always, always buy my perfumes and cosmetics there. Anything that doesn’t really go on sale in the civilian world you will make off like a bandit here. I also get shampoo, soap, drugs etc here. Pride gear! Anything really expensive like electronics you will save with not paying taxes. Alcohol prices are also decent.
Don’t buy: clothing, shoes, purses unless you have done your research ladies. The prices are good but not the best. If you have time you can almost always find better prices online. I have only bought one purse and one pair of shoes here.
The parking is better than 32^nd street but the exchange downtown is much bigger with a much bigger selection.

Good training is key and act as a solid liaison for retaining customers. Active duty deserves compliance and there families too when it comes to providing good and efficient customer service :-?
Well, the assistance at the store is lacking, to say the least. It’s always too far out and never if one could imagine in-​between. Every now and then, an awesome experience with someone who works there will pop up! That’s always great and welcoming.
Why 3*** Stars? Well, the store itself is always clean, spacious, orderly, and well lit. And the tax savings on the already lower pricing, is actually highlighting :) Just go, the savings are worth it!

I wouldn’t say this place has a good selection of shoes, socks, clothes, television, and ink cartridges. The listed prices on clothes are ok. I can find cheaper clothes elsewhere. The employees working here are nice, friendly, and helpful though. Plenty checkout lanes.

One of the nicer exchanges in San Diego County
Very new and large with lots of selection. Within each category of items, I think you’ll find a wider selection of choices. It also has a decent garden shop. The cosmetic counters have a nice offering, and the electronics is pretty decent too.
It’s pretty comparable to the exchange in Coronado, maybe a bit larger.

I go to this exchange at least twice or 3 times a week. It’s convenient, it’s cheap, and basically all the stuff I need is located here. And there are sub-​stores that are part of the main exchange such as the 2 gas stations, mini-​mart and the furniture store. Those locations are scattered throughout the military base.
What’s also cool is that not only the prices are cheap enough, but when they ring you up on your purchases, some stuff mysteriously become cheaper. Yah, they accept coupons too, and yes, they match prices too. Just bring in the ad, and they will give you the price difference. And again… no sales tax!!!
The main exchange complex also has a Red Box outside, home and garden section, a watch repair shop, a flower shop and a dry cleaner. Inside, there is barber/​salon section too. Next door is a food court and the commissary.
So, if you’ve never been in an exchange before, it’s like going to a Target and Sears combined, but cheaper, cleaner, and no random clothes on the floor. And the staff actually is there to help you out. And if you’re filipino, you get hook-​ups from the mafia.