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Photo Darkroom

4.6 89 reviews
Photographers, Video/Film Production
Overall rating
4.6
out of 5
89 reviews
5 star 85%
4 star 5%
3 star 0%
2 star 0%
1 star 10%

About Photo Darkroom

Photo Darkroom is a top photography studio and lab located in San Diego, known for its wide range of services. They specialize in executive portraits, corporate headshots, high-impact product shots, and customized videos. The lab is a go-to destination for digital photographic printing and offers a selection of films, film developing, scanning services, and previously owned film cameras. Customers appreciate the fair pricing and helpful staff, especially when issues arise with film development. The owner is recognized for his expertise and passion, providing free evaluations for camera repairs. Photo restoration and film and video transfer services are also available, ensuring that old photos are preserved to archival standards. Overall, Photo Darkroom is praised for its excellent customer service and quality repairs.

Aug 2026
5.0
Bob is friendly and a very knowledgable person to work with. I had a 6-10 rolls of film, some developed, some undeveloped, that was close to 30 years old, and wanted to know what pictures they held. Unfortunately, because the film was so old, a lot of pictures didn't turn out. But Bob delivered on his end and I paid for the service he provided at my request. If I find more unknown rolls of film, I'll take it to the guys at Photo Darkroom.
Jul 2026
5.0
I’ve used photo darkroom for all of my photo printing and film scanning needs, as well as beautifully done photo restoration. Bob is incredibly kind and knowledgeable. A local gem!
Jun 2026
5.0
Bob is wonderful to work with. I had 2 disposable cameras developed here and I will definitely be back! The price is low and the quality of the prints is fabulous, and the return time was great too. Bob himself is very polite and friendly and obviously knows every bit about what he’s talking about. I had previously turned in 2 cameras at Walmart for processing, but only received about 20 pictures back out of 54 I was supposed to have, and most were just black squares, as well as the fact that I received no negatives or USB drives as well! With Bob, I received all 54 photos back with not a single one being bad or corrupted as well as the negatives, and he offered a digital… read full review
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Hours

Monday 10AM - 4:30PM
Tuesday 10AM - 4:30PM
Wednesday 10AM - 4:30PM
Thursday 10AM - 4:30PM
Friday 10AM - 4:30PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Good to know

  • online appointments
  • on-site services
  • wheelchair accessible
  • accepts credit cards
  • street parking, private lot parking
  • dogs allowed
  • open to all
  • bike parking

Location

1102 Industrial Avenue, Escondido, CA 92029

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