A new program to support community businesses has launched in Ocean Beach. The OB Shop & Dine Rewards Card promotes small, locally-owned businesses and encourages customers to shop local. The card, which sells for $30, will give cardholders discounts at any participating local business through 2018.
“We want our customers to remember us and come in as often as possible,” said Joe Ueno, owner of Sapporo Japanese Restaurant, which offers 15 percent off drinks and food to card-holders.
The Ocean Beach MainStreet Association (OBMA) started the program earlier this year and launched the card at the Ocean Beach Street Fair and Chili Cook-Off. The funds raised from sales of the rewards card will go towards community beautification and safety programs, which help create an inviting shopping district in the heart of Ocean Beach.
Participating businesses include: OB Surf Lodge, Raglan Public House, South Coast Surf Shop, Apple Tree Market, OB Brewery, Sapporo Japanese Restaurant, Newport Quik Stop, The Electric Chair Salon, Mother’s Saloon, OB Kabob, Hummus Mediterranean Kitchen, and Voltaire Beach House.
To purchase a card online or see what deals are offered, visit oceanbeachsandiego.com. Cards are also available for purchase at the OBMA office located at 1868 Bacon St., San Diego. Hours are Mondays to Fridays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Online purchases will need to be picked up in person at the office. For more information, contact the OBMA at 619-224-4906.