This page lists five auto repair shops in Encinitas, California, chosen by a published method from public Google Maps data checked on November 9, 2026.[1] 5 of the five have addresses inside the city limits.[2] Ratings and review counts are shown as published on Google; this wiki does not write or edit reviews.
Selection rule: Businesses needed an address inside the Encinitas city boundary, a Google rating of 4.5 or higher from at least 25 reviews, and a matching business category. They are ordered by a review-weighted score that balances rating against the number of reviews. Full details are in the methodology.
Listings
1. Encinitas STAR Smog & Auto Repair
STAR-certified smog check station and auto repair shop on Encinitas Boulevard.
- Address
- 310 Encinitas Blvd B, Encinitas, CA
- Phone
- (760) 753-1000
- Website
- encinitasstarsmog.com
- Google rating
- 4.9 from 1,948 reviews[1]
- Map
- Google Maps listing
2. Encinitas Foreign & Domestic Auto Repair
Auto repair shop on Second Street servicing foreign and domestic vehicles.
- Address
- 901 2nd St, Encinitas, CA
- Phone
- (760) 429-1132
- Website
- runcarrun.com
- Google rating
- 4.9 from 542 reviews[1]
- Map
- Google Maps listing
3. Evans Tire & Service Centers
Tire and auto service centre on North El Camino Real, part of a regional chain.
- Address
- 330 N El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA
- Phone
- (858) 299-6248
- Website
- evanstire.com
- Google rating
- 4.8 from 1,999 reviews[1]
- Map
- Google Maps listing
4. Complete Car Care Encinitas
Auto repair shop with ASE-certified mechanics, per its website.
- Address
- 318 A N El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA
- Phone
- (760) 634-1000
- Website
- completecarcare318.com
- Google rating
- 4.8 from 1,333 reviews[1]
- Map
- Google Maps listing
5. California Autohaus
European auto repair specialist (BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Porsche and others); its website says it has operated in Encinitas since 2005.
- Address
- 386 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, CA
- Phone
- (760) 334-0193
- Website
- californiaautohaus.com
- Google rating
- 4.8 from 514 reviews[1]
- Map
- Google Maps listing
Comparison
| Business | Located in | Rating | Reviews | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Encinitas STAR Smog & Auto Repair | Encinitas | 4.9 | 1,948 | (760) 753-1000 |
| Encinitas Foreign & Domestic Auto Repair | Encinitas | 4.9 | 542 | (760) 429-1132 |
| Evans Tire & Service Centers | Encinitas | 4.8 | 1,999 | (858) 299-6248 |
| Complete Car Care Encinitas | Encinitas | 4.8 | 1,333 | (760) 634-1000 |
| California Autohaus | Encinitas | 4.8 | 514 | (760) 334-0193 |
Together the five listings have 6,336 Google reviews, with an average rating of 4.84.[1]
Of the five listings, 5 have Encinitas addresses.[3] Listed addresses cluster on El Camino Real, Encinitas Blvd, 2nd St. The most-reviewed listing is Evans Tire & Service Centers, with 1,999 Google reviews; the least-reviewed has 514.[1] Review counts reflect how long a business has been listed and how actively it asks customers for reviews, as well as customer satisfaction. Treat them as one signal among several.
Choosing an auto repair shop in Encinitas
When choosing an auto repair shop in Encinitas:
- BAR registration. California auto repair dealers must register with the Bureau of Automotive Repair; its auto shop locator shows registration and smog licences.[4]
- Written estimate. California law requires a written estimate and your authorisation before work begins.
- STAR smog stations. Some vehicles must be smog-checked at a STAR-certified station; the DMV renewal notice will say so.[5]
- Specialists. European and hybrid vehicles may need specialist tools and training.
Common questions
- Does a California auto shop need my approval before repairs?
- Yes. California requires a written estimate, and the shop must get your authorisation before doing work or exceeding the estimate.
- What is a STAR smog station?
- A smog check station certified under California's STAR programme to meet higher performance standards. Some vehicles are directed to STAR stations on their DMV renewal notice.
- How do I check an auto repair shop's registration?
- Use the Bureau of Automotive Repair's auto shop locator to confirm the shop's registration and any smog licences.
- Should I use a dealer or an independent shop?
- Independent shops are often less expensive for routine maintenance and out-of-warranty repairs. Dealers may be needed for warranty and recall work. Specialists can be a good choice for European or hybrid cars.
See also
- Massage therapists and spas
- Hair salons
- Yoga studios
- Pilates studios
- Gyms and fitness studios
- All business categories
- How listings are chosen
Notes and sources
- Google Maps business profiles (ratings, review counts, addresses, phones). Google Maps, retrieved November 9, 2026.
- TIGERweb: Encinitas city (GEOID 0622678). U.S. Census Bureau.
- Census Geocoder (coordinates to incorporated place). U.S. Census Bureau.
- Auto Shop Locator. California Bureau of Automotive Repair.
- STAR Program. California Bureau of Automotive Repair.