Fired Up San Clemente 114 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, CA 92672

"This place used to be so cute. I've gone here for years with my kids...even hosted a girl's painting party here once. However, the last few times we've been, it's been a let-down. Albeit pricing is up everywhere, but this is now too overpriced. (Ex: A very small ceramic piece can run you $40.) That, coupled with poor customer service, which is the most disappointing part, makes for a place I will unfortunatley not be returning. It has become too casual, even for a mom-and-pop place. The employees are unprofessional, sharing too much with the customers while we're painting, using profanity and loose-talk in front of kids. Sometimes they look like they just woke up from a nap, or other times it feels like we're in their home, bothering them. I can chalk some of it up to a casual, beach-culture vibe, but the last straw for me was tonight when I called to inquire about hosting a birthday party there, at my 7 year old's request. At first the girl working hung up on me. When I called back, she blamed it on a bad phone connection (which I apologized for, even though she hung up on me). Then she rushed me into trying to reserve something right away. When I said I was just gathering availability and information for now, she rudely said she "didn't have time to chat unless I was ready to book". I didn't have a chance to ask about specific questions (answers which aren't listed on the website). She was completely condescending and cavalier. It's unfortunate because I do like supporting small businesses, but the overpriced product and unprofessional customer service I've experienced in recent years makes for a really disappointing turn of events. Updated 1/11/24."

"Check out the New location on Del Mar downtown! In the San Clemente Apartments courtyard. Find you're creative side and make something cool. They help you every step. Ceramics are fun and relaxing. Stop in and try it out! Nothing to lose and memories to make..."

"Enjoyed the laid back atmosphere. Eclectic, home vibe. We came with a friend and my daughter painted one of the premade ceramics. Spent about 2 hours, plenty of time to paint and enjoy the process. Pricing includes the glaze + firing, which made it easy. Instructions were given and then kids are encouraged to get their own paint and supplies, perfect for independent types. Oh and there are adorable chihuahuas just cruising around ♥️"

"Sara has had this place for a long time. She's super friendly and the kids love it there! The Chihuahuas make it extra special!"

"We had such a great experience at Fired Up! My wife and I are from Buffalo, New York and came to San Clemente for the sun but this place brought us the real sunshine. Thank you Sarah for being so welcoming and helping us release our inner artist, the pups are adorable too!"