Larkins Brothers Tire & Auto in San Francisco

370 S Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States

★★★★★
(450 reviews)
Specialties: Tire shop

About

Serving San Francisco and the bay area with Tires , brakes , suspension, and everything car related since 1950.

Address
370 S Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States
Plus Code
QH8J+VQ Mission District, San Francisco, CA, USA
Time Zone
America/Los_Angeles

Business Hours

Monday
7:30 am–6 pm
Tuesday
7:30 am–6 pm
Wednesday
7:30 am–6 pm
Thursday
7:30 am–6 pm
Friday
7:30 am–6 pm
Saturday
8 am–4 pm
Sunday
Closed

Services

Service options
In-store pick-up In-store shopping On-site services Same-day delivery
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Oil change
Amenities
Gender-neutral toilets Mechanic Toilet Wi-Fi Wi-Fi
Crowd
LGBTQ+ friendly
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards

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Reviews

4.7
★★★★★
450 reviews

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April 7, 2025

Puncture repair completed - returned tire was extremely dirty, went to wash it immediately after and found the rim was scuffed up pretty bad. Brought it back, owner was responsive, offered to help me out next time I come by, but that doesn’t really feel adequate. These are relatively new and expensive Porsche rims. Bummed as this shop came highly recommended. Subpar quality and the repair took much longer than they estimated.

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★★★★★
April 2, 2025

Incredible guys because I called them up ordered the tires then I realize I’m not gonna be driving that car and my other car is fixed when I called him back and asked to cancel it. They were very polite said no worries. Just come back anytime I really like that they’ve been around for the longest in the neighborhood. Incredible service.

January 29, 2025

I went there to get my flat tire fixed and tire needs to be replaced, the guy who fixes the tires was very nice he directed me to the office to talk the agent. The guy that I talked was old(er) guy who had this car salesperson sleazy attitude…. I asked him to give the tire prices for one tire - cheap - medium and high end tire prices. He immediately told that I’ll give you the cheaply price so you can guess the prices hours up for the rest. Then before he got the actual number he said the cheapest -tire only- will be min $200! I told him I’m coming from the official service and they gave an estimate less that theirs. Then he wanted see the estimate which I provided; at that point his base price was the same and with labor tax etc he gave the total for 2 tires! I told him casually I’m interested in only one tire, he replied like he didn’t like me correcting it and said you said 2 tires, I said it’s not a big deal but no I said one tires; I can just guess the 1 tire price by dividing half… he was very rude!!! The whole lack of customer service etiquette was so off putting. Even the employees outside were shaking their heads. I would never go back!! There are so many other places that give perfect service!

★★★★★
December 30, 2024

I have been coming here for years and they have always been professional, timely and helpful. This past weekend, I came in to get tires that I special ordered put on. In the past, I've come in whenever I had a flat. Plus they're open on Saturdays. I just want to thank Randy and the crew for their professionalism and hard work!!!

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December 13, 2024

Skip it and just go to a larger company that will honor the warranty for work done!! Tried to go to a smaller shop that is sometimes faster and nicer, but a month later having issues and they won't fix it. Had car aligned about a month ago after buying new tires, shortly after noticed car was not staying straight if I let go of steering wheel but have been busy to take it back. Over weekend drove at higher speeds to go out of town and car was vibrating, so took it back today and the manager/owner wants to charge for another alignment. Says I probably hit something and messed it up, which I didn't. Alignment warranty is 90 days or 4000 miles on their receipt!!!

★★★★★
December 6, 2024

I have been going to Larkins since February 2021 and will return for all my tire needs. Jason, Randy, J.J., and the entire staff have been very helpful. They appreciate my interest in Michelin Primacy All Season tires. On many occasions they expressed patience in talking through my concerns. Their hours are more expansive than those of some other shops.

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★★★★★
August 30, 2024

Had a screw in my front tire I founded last night then was able to get it fixed the following day. Larkin Bothers were fast and only charged me $35 for the fix. Great place. Everyone was nice and friendly. I even learned about pressure gauge valves. Thanks Larkin Brothers. Highly recommend.

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★★★★★
February 10, 2024

I've been a loyal customer of this auto tire repair shop for the past five years, and I can confidently say it's the best in town. Conveniently located, they offer quick repairs at reasonable prices, making it my go-to destination for all my tire needs. What sets this place apart is their consistent delivery of fast and efficient service. Every time I've walked in with a tire issue, they've promptly taken care of it, ensuring I'm back on the road in no time. Their team of professionals is highly skilled and dedicated, leaving no room for disappointment. One of the aspects I truly appreciate is their attention to customer comfort. While waiting in their cozy waiting room, I can stay connected with their complimentary WiFi service, making the waiting time fly by. Overall, this auto tire repair shop is a gem. With their combination of convenience, quick service, reasonable pricing, and thoughtful amenities like WiFi, it's no wonder I keep coming back year after year. I highly recommend it to anyone in need of reliable tire repairs.

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