Impulse

I seriously love this store! In a city full of sea shell gift shops, this place is like a breath of fresh air! If you are into Star Wars or Marvel, you definitely need to visit this store. They have tons of cool toys, hats, apparel, and even a Darth Vader costume on display. I thought it was an actual Darth Vader model, but it was a costume on a mannequin. You have to see this costume, it is one of a kind! I believe they are selling it for $ 1,000 and I’m sure it is worth every penny.
The employee that was working was very helpful. He was very down to earth and nice, which was refreshing. We bought a Spiderman toy for my son here, and while the prices are a little high, it was totally worth it. We saw the employee outside the store that evening with a light saber just doing his thing. You gotta respect people like that. Dude didn’t care who was watching or laughing, he just stood outside swinging his light saber around without a care in the world. (That sentence sounds very inappropriate, I promise I am referring to an ACTUAL light saber) Honestly though, if that employee’s boss is reading this, give that dude a raise! He is more than helpful and seriously entertaining.

This place has got some very cool stuff! If you’re into comics and Star Wars and all things Marvel, you have to visit Impulse! If not just to browse all the neat toys and pick up a vinyl bobblehead or two!

This place was soooooo cool! Great stuff and loads of movie and superhero stuff. The staff was awesome and very helpful. They have comic books, hats, backpacks and tons of hero swag! My family and I will definitely checking this place out every time we come through Pismo Beach!

It’s a nerd’s paradise! It’s been compared to Hot Topic, but I’d say this is what Hot Topic would be if it was actually a cool store. Dr. Who, Star Wars, Totoro, Zelda… tons of great stuff!

This place weirdly resembles a Hot Topic, like… really, really well. I wouldn’t really list that as a great thing, but it isn’t terrible, just very off-​putting.
They have a good selection of merch, and cover both the obscure and more popular characters/​comics/​shows/​movies. The place can feel a little cramped at times, though.
It’s worth checking out, if you’re in the area.