Acme Surplus Store

San Francisco, United States

4.7

Closed now

20 reviews

Accepts Credit Cards

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+1 415-586-4343
Address:
5159 Mission St, San Francisco, CA, 94112
b/t Rolph St & Geneva Ave
Crocker-Amazon
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
0.4 miSan Jose & Geneva Ave
0.5 miSan Jose & Mt Vernon Ave
0.5 miBalboa Park Muni
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Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
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Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
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Today

Today 8:30 am – 6:00 pm
Closed now
Local time (San Francisco) 10:28 PM Friday, June 27, 2025

Business hours

Monday 8:30 am – 6:00 pm
Tuesday 8:30 am – 6:00 pm
Wednesday 8:30 am – 6:00 pm
Thursday 8:30 am – 6:00 pm
Friday 8:30 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Sunday 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

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20 reviews of Acme Surplus Store

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Place rating: 4
Berkeley, CA
definitely got what i needed here, and quickly, and had no problem parking. i will say i anticipated an Army surplus store, which is NOT what it is — it’s more like an overbuy, bargain sort of place — but they have duffle bags, which is what i needed. would visit again.
Place rating: 4
San Francisco, CA
After a big surgery I have to wear a shit bag attached to my belly for awhile and needed some… well… extra «baggy» threads to hide that shit.
Got me some overalls and extra wide Dickies, some Ben Davies shirts, and general Mission gangwear to shock the shit out of my scientific colleagues back in the lab. Hella fine selection of blue collar stuff and work boots out in the hood at great prices.
I overheard a white straight male employee make a racist comment about «all the foreigners» moving in. Really? This area is about as ethnically diverse as it gets. Get used to it Dude. New customers. Then I remembered that this is where Dan White was from. They are probably related. After he rang me up, I told him that. And that he’d be happier in Alabama. So, only 4 stars.
Place rating: 5
San Francisco, CA
Just wanted to use this site for it’s intended purpose and let people know how good these guys are. I have been buying clothing from Acme since the 80’s and am so pleased that they have stayed in business this long which says a lot in and of itself.
They carry top quality clothing from Carhartt, Levis and many others. The gentleman working there are always extremely helpful and knowledgeable regarding the items they stock. They have always been next level with fitting, helping with finding the right pieces and on the rare occasion they are out of an item (I’m a medium and a 10.5 shoe size which seem to be the first to sell out at other places) they will order it quickly without asking for cash up front.
Go check them out for work and casual wear. All killer no filler.
Place rating: 5
Walnut Creek, CA
This is the only place I will go to buy my Redback boots; great staff, huge selection and competitive pricing.
Place rating: 5
San Francisco, CA
The guys here were awesome!
Tried on redbacks and Blue Tongues– slip on steel toe work boots.
Not only do they have the most selection but also the best local prices I’ve seen.
It feels good to support local business and I believe some of the guys here are veterans. Even more of a plus for them.
One of the guys helped me try on 10 different boots and not once did he show frustration.
I ended up purchasing the Blue tongues because they were comfortable in on sale. But the redbacks are know to be more durable and last longer.
Good selection of brands including dickies, Ben Davis, Carhart, etc.
Place rating: 5
Oakland, CA
Huge selection of work, and/​or durable clothing. In particular, Ben Davis. They had stuff in stock that the manufacturer didn’t even have. Stoked! Will be shopping there again, no doubt.
Place rating: 2
Hoboken, NJ
I’ve been in here twice, but never bought anything. Surplus stores are supposed to be cheap, or else they should call them price-​plus stores, which is exactly what this is. You can find all of these items at any thrift store on mission for ½ the price. I don’t know how this spot stays in business in such a low income neighborhood. Change the price point and you may get people in the store.
Place rating: 5
San Francisco, CA
This place is great! The people are super friendly and helpful. The selection is good for me (jacket, pants, overalls, shirt, socks… I don’t know what else you would need) I love the giants and niners gear they’ve got in the store, and did I mention the people are great? .The changing rooms are also decent, it’s a room with a mirror, what more could you want?
Place rating: 5
San Francisco, CA
Ok, M-​F I am a button down shirt kind of guy in the Financial District but when the weekend comes I tend to break out clothing probably from this favorite joint of mine.
This is the type of establishment that you all need to patronize because it is a dying breed. Small independent (probably long-​time family run business) that carries great items at a great price. If you want Walmart, this aint it. It’s better. Really.
The saying, don’t judge a book by its cover, is appropriate here. While the storefront or area may make you hesitate a little go right in and not only will you get great service I would be shocked if you do not leave with a bag full of goodies.
The last two times, I literally was in and out with exactly what I needed in 10 minutes tops.
Definitely coming back soon!
Place rating: 5
San Francisco, CA
First things first, A+ on the customer service. I work around the corner from these guys and couldn’t help noticing everyone carrying their bags. Made me stop in to check them out and man o man. They’re real helpful and knowledgable of many brands they carry. I end up buying some outdoor boots, thermals and couple of other shirts. It was a relaxed shopping experience, no rushing or trying to up-​sell me things i didn’t need. Definitely going back for some more pieces i should have grabbed while i was there. They also had nice collection of beanies and hats and while you’re in there look for the size XXXXXXXL Levis hanging in the center, pretty cool stuff.
Place rating: 5
San Francisco, CA
This store is awesome! Always find what I need and they have great customer service. If they don’t have it in stock they will order for you no problem. Glad to support this established, neighborhood business.
Place rating: 5
Huntington Beach, CA
Great store, good prices and huge selection. If you need work clothes, military inspired apparel and hats and other useful gadgets and clothing, this is a great place and their prices are SUPER reasonable! I bought a high quality Rothco black tank top for the gym for $ 9, and the material was awesome. If it were Under Armour it would have cost $ 30+.
Place rating: 4
San Joaquin County, CA
I grew up near Acme Surplus and looking around Unilocal the other night, I was glad to see they were still in business.
Acme was always there for me. From my «Cholo» days of needing Dickey’s pants and Wino shoes. To my military days when I needed an extra scarf or a new Dixie Cup. Acme always seemed to have what I needed.
Acme is a cool little place to shop and I’m glad they’re still around.
Place rating: 5
San Francisco, CA
LADIES: this place IS for US TOO! Acme carries WOMEN’S steel toe WORK BOOTS. it should not be so hard to find these, but it is. I also got a pair of women’s Carharts here like 2 years ago, they were on sale for like $ 25 and I’m still wearing them all the time.
I love this shop.
Place rating: 5
Terra Linda, CA
great guy excellent selection, cheaper than internet. discount for union-​city workers. I will be back.
Place rating: 5
San Francisco, CA
This place has been around since I was a kid. Not much has changed, but that’s a good thing. I used to come in when I was a teenager to get the basics: hoodies, t-​shirts and yes, I used to sport those baggy Dickies and Ben Davis pants. I remember I purchased my first pair of Ben Davis overalls here back in the day when it was fly to leave one strap hanging (thank TLC).
I paid Acme Surplus a visit a few weeks ago in hopes to find some camping gear. I was in luck! Aside from having an impressive selection of work wear. I found a pretty decent selection of camping goods at prices that were comparable to big-​name sporting goods stores. SCORE! It brings a satisfying smile to my face when mom & pop shops like this one don’t have to jack up prices to survive.
I bought a backpacking mess kit for two and only had to kick down $ 9. I eyed a few things for my next visit: maybe a rain poncho, flask, and a knife. Oh yeah, gotta pick up a pair of Chucks too.
Place rating: 4
San Francisco, CA
I can’t believe I never saw this store, passing by mission & geneva every single day. But in any case, I went into this place looking for some BDU pants.
The prices were pretty fair. I went in searching for some camo pants for an airsoft game that was coming up. About $ 20 for one color BDUs. About $ 28 for the ACU pants I bought.
I looked around the clothes in the store, just because I was curious about the quality and the pricing of the clothing. But even though not I am one of those construction, security, or jobs that require quality warm clothing, I would still probably get some of their clothing someday!
Place rating: 5
San Francisco, CA
Hell yeah. I’ve been looking for a place for Dickies shirts for a while. Yeah, Mervyns and a few surplus-​type stores have em, but I never found anywhere with anything worth going back to, except maybe for Arik’s.
Acme had exactly what I wanted (size & colors) and plenty of it (short sleeve Dickies work shirts, $ 18.98.). Lots of racks + the walls were filled with the general Dickies/​Ben Davis stuff you find other places, but a MUCH better selection of it. In addition to that, there’s a second room with other types of stuff (from Warriors shirts to reflective vests).
It’s away out of my way, but I’m definitely going to come back here when I need some Dickies. And really, it’s like 90 seconds from the City College 280 exit.
Place rating: 5
San Francisco, CA
I came, I found the Carhartts, the staff was helpful and welcoming, I didn’t have to go to the Lower Haight or the MIssion, or some downtown type neighborhood, there was ample street parking, I was happy.
Not a place for a lady to shop for herself but if you need to outfit yer fella in anything Carhartt, Dickie or Ben Davis, or buy him something neon so it’s less likely he gets hit at night unless it’s you gunning for him, this is your place.
Place rating: 5
San Francisco, CA
You can’t fade Acme. I’ve been to every army navy surplus store in the city and this is by far the best. best selection, best employees. they have an excellent selection of sweatshirts, jackets, coats, and socks. i know, i know. you’re probably thinking why the hell would he mention socks. but come on. are you seriously going to say you don’t take some time to consider your feet when it comes to purchasing socks? they have thick, sturdy soft socks that come in 6 packs for a good price. none of that old navy crap that gets holes the third time you wear em. (I am not an aggressive walker so it isn’t my fault)
of course, as is mentioned in I think every review so far, the selection of Ben Davis and Dickies is pretty deep.