“Both times I’ve come in here to buy a pair of runners, I’ve been impressed, but especially this last visit. After destroying my last pair I bought here 18+ months ago, I needed some new shoes. Madisyn was so helpful. She took her time listening to my needs, looking up my previous assessment and purchase, offered multiple ideas for pairs that would be a good fit, and then spent nearly 30 minutes with me as I tried on almost 10 options. She took my feedback seriously and made a genuine effort to find me the right pair. You don’t always get excellent service like this, and I appreciated it deeply, especially as running shoes are an investment nowadays! Very happy with my experience and purchase at this location.”
“This is a super helpful store full of knowledgeable people. If you have any foot issues and you need some help picking out some shoes, they're much more scientific and well-trained than an average shoe store. It's a great spot. Goes to show why it's been there for so long.”
10:30AM - 6PM
2120 Vine St, Berkeley
Shoe Stores
“~I Lumbered In like Frankenstein And Waltzed Out Like Margaux Fontaine~
After months of for pain I went in for a fitting.
My feet shrank? Why, yes they did!
I purchased a pair of Brooks Addictions for $160.00 and they are worth it.”
“I love this shop. It's my neighborhood place to go for everything I could possibly want when it comes to shopping for new clothing, shoes and accessories. I love popping in at least once or twice a month. When I visit, I like to survey the store and I always seem to find something new or what I want. The merchandise is of quality brands , with trendy and unique items that make it the boutque it is. The staff and owners are friendly and helpful, and are a long time buiness. I kind of consider them a neighborhood institution. They are a huge anchor in this distric. One of my go to's.”
“1000/10 experience shopping here! I went in for a pair of Blundstones. I had never owned a pair before. The two salespeople, Karen and Jason, were EXTREMELEY knowledgeable and kind. They were able to find me the perfect type and size based on my unique needs. I walked out feeling confident and excited about my shoes. I will definitely be back and highly recommend you check them out. Thank you, Karen & Jason!”
“They did an excellent job getting a pizza grease stain out of my tan suede boots. I’m impressed. The stain was AWFUL, and now it’s basically gone.”
“Had such a great experience at the Nike store today! As a 35-year-old working mom with two little kids (3 and 5), finding time to shop for myself is a rare treat--but this visit totally made my day. The store had such a cool, energetic vibe, and everything was super well organized. Huge shoutout to Choeyang, who helped me from start to finish. She was incredibly kind, patient, and really listened to what I needed. She made great suggestions and helped me find pieces that are not only stylish but also perfect for my busy lifestyle--whether I'm chasing after my kids, running errands, or sneaking in a quick workout. I left feeling refreshed, confident, and excited about my updated wardrobe. Honestly, it was one of the best retail experiences I've had in a long time. Will 100% be recommending this Nike store--and Choeyang!--to all my friends and followers. #NikeSF #WorkingMomStyle #ThankYouChoeyang #ComfortAndStyle”
10:30AM - 5:30PM
1774 Solano Ave, Berkeley
Shoe Stores
“I just bought some Gola sneakers from this boutique. I am always on my feet, running around town and I LOVE them. I love I can wear them with almost anything too! They are comfy, cute and my go to. The black is my favorite because it has a splash of color but I did buy the pink too. Can’t wait for more colors!!”
“Such a sick store providing high-quality, hard to find pieces. They always have something perfect for every season. Staff is super friendly and chill, shoutout Andrew who helped me!”
“Bought some bearing lubricant and looked at some wrist guards earlier today. Both guys that helped me were knowledgeable, friendly, and prices were good. I’m also happy to support a business that adds to the sport, local economy and community.”
“This is my favorite menswear store in the bay area. I really did the vibe of the place that they've put together and everyone on the staff is super friendly. I've gotten a pair of nice denim here from Warehouse as well as fatigue pants from Orslow. Both times, the staff was on point with helping me nail the sizing. I'd highly recommend this shop to anyone looking to update their wardrobe or add a few pieces to their collection.”
“Amazing experience at the outlet! The selection and prices were great, but what really made the difference was the customer service. Daniel was absolutely amazing — super friendly, patient, and genuinely helpful throughout the whole process. He took the time to help me find exactly what I needed and made the experience feel personal instead of rushed. Definitely one of the best retail experiences I’ve had recently. Highly recommend!”
“Highly recommend this location! I normally avoid shopping at Madewell bc other locations were a bit stuffy and not very friendly. But the employees here are so welcoming, down to earth and knowledgeable. They helped me find a perfect pair of jeans! Amazing thanks to Sose, Gabby, Hannah, Monica, and Serena. Seriously everyone working today was so helpful and cheery. They deserve raises for going above and beyond :)”
“The ladies here are helpful and kind. I got a ton of help trying to get an outfit for a special occasion and walked away with something I could dress up or down and truly special. Top quality”
“What a pleasant experience! We came up from Santa Cruz for a concert at the Greek Theater. New shoes have been on the to do list for my hubby for awhile. We stumbled into Becks just to take a peek. We were fotunate to meet Victorya! Best shoe shopping experience ever! She is the best thing about Becks shoes. Knowledgeable, welcoming, charming, kind and loads of fun. A genuinely good human. My favorite human was well taken care of and left with fancy socks(me too) and two pairs of great shoes. His feet are happy and ready to keep on adventuring! Victorya, thank you for a delightful experience.”