Best New Business of 2026
Seaside Ace Hardware
1130 Fremont Blvd., Seaside
(831) 215-6242, acehardware.com
Seaside Ace Hardware is a welcomed addition, filling a space that has struggled to find the right business since Hollywood Video was a thing. They bring the perfect combination of the resources of the big guys and the one-on-one expertise and tips of your neighborhood hardware shop. Need paint or tools, they have it. Need to sharpen the sword-swallower’s blade? They can help. A pie for the clown act? Believe it or not, yes. There is a freezer of pies. Most importantly, there is plenty of experience in the building.