This is the only running store in Pinellas that I could ever give my business to. I've bought two…read morepairs of shoes from them so far, and each time I was met with extremely caring and knowledgeable folks who helped me find the perfect pair. Additionally, Feet First has a 30 day guarantee on their shoes for any time you have buyer's remorse. I also want to share a small anecdote that demonstrates the nature of this store. I have a pair of Shokz OpenRun headphones, but I lost the proprietary charger when I moved here. I asked the person running the store if they sold the charger for these headphones since they sell the headphones themselves. They unfortunately did not sell them, but the woman gave me one of her extra chargers at no cost. Wow! They have my business for life!

Very helpful. Kept us as priority even as other customers arrived. Large inventory meant she easily…read moredealt with my wide feet. Will visit again .

Very good customer service, good sales, and very good selection. Shopped for back-to- school shoes…read moreon the first day of tax free weekend. It was crowded, but the manager Sal was friendly and very helpful. I'd rather hit a free standing store than the mall for shoes with the kids, and this trip was fast and efficient.

Very impressed. Customer service was very good. He was helpful and sincere, without being…read moreoverbearing or annoying. Very well organized and clean, with a good selection of shoes. Especially for a chain, this was all very surprising.

Love this place, it's like a toys r us for adults.. For the people that still remember that place,…read morewhich probably only older people.. I could just walk around in there for hours.. only problem is I spend to much

Love Love Love my new little Yeti roadie 8 cooler in Rescue Red!…read more I needed a new small cooler that was perfect for day trips out & about & the little "Yeti roadie 8 in Rescue Red" is just perfection. La vie en rose OuiOui. It holds up to 12 cans or just a few with some Sammy's/Foods. Perfect for a short trip to the beach also. I don't like to carry a lot & my other yeti is just too heavy for me to carry, so this one is perfect for trips by myself or with Sir Hubbers. It comes in tons of colors but I looked around & decided the Rescue Red was the one I needed to Rescue! Hahahaha. We usually stop in here for Sir Hubbers athletic socks and/or golf balls, somehow he loses a lot of both lol However, we usually find some fun casual t-shirts, caps, & fun camping gear here also OuiOui. We have a fun little gas Coleman gas stove we take camping. We usually get the little fuel containers here for it. There is also TONS of fishing gear, something for everyone, a complete sportsman's paradise. This store is always very nicely organized & clean. Service always comes with a smile :) That's what keeps us coming back! "Capture the Fun" at Academy! hahahah. Highest Recommendations:

I've been a customer since the mid 2000's when Lauretta owned the store. In March 2025 I bought…read moresneakers and slippers. I was assured by JP that I'd be able to replace the inserts for the slippers. March of this year I went to the store and was told it wasn't possible to replace those inserts. I also bought another pair of sneakers. I asked the saleswoman the price she looked at the box and said $199.00. When I got home and checked my receipt the shoes were $229.00 $246.00 with tax. It seems that integrity left when Lauretta sold the store. I've purchased many pairs of shoes at this store,but will consider going elsewhere in the future. Jill Correll

They refuse to guarantee the quality or fit of their shoes that cost hundreds of dollars a pair…read more They are unprofessional in store and try to fool you with fancy machines and babble. The lady who works there is raspy and withered. Avoid!

Poor selection, only a few sizes in stock none of which are my size, And indifferent sales people…read more Plus the prices are just as high as you would find at a shoe store where you get real service.

I suspect most shoe store reviews are from a woman's perspective... so here is the other side of…read morethe story so to speak: First, if you have not been to a DSW, the name pretty much sums it up. A variety of name brand shoes at good prices. The have a large selection of brands, and cover the range from flip-flops to dress shoes and everything in between. The location is good. It is at the mall, so if you need to you can venture in. However, the store is actually on the outside of the mall, so you can avoid the mall entirely - a huge plus. The staff is helpful; they often welcome customers as they enter, and happy to help when asked. The store is well kept, and there always seems to be good music playing. A couple of grips: larger sizes are sometimes scarce on some styles. Being in the 12-13 range myself, with several friends there too makes it difficult. Also, it would be great if the shoes were displayed in groups based on type of activity. There is some of this, but also grouping by brands. If I am looking looking walking shoes, I should not have to wonder down each isle to see them all. That said, the I have been before, and will shop there again.

Peltz Shoes on GTB in Clearwater closed. IT was the only shoe store around…read more Looks like Peltz is dying if it can't keep a store alive in a city the size of Clearwater. They always had a lot of WIDE shoes and very few narrow. Maybe that is why?

Came here after shopping for 5 hours with my love. Searching for hiking sandals for men. The…read moreassociates were friendly and helped us find what we were looking for. They had a great selection of hiking sandals from budget friendly to budget busting. My husband walked all around the store trying on various sandals. He finally settled on a Keen pair that he liked the look and feel. Then we also chose a Teva pair too. My love is now a HAPPY CAMPER.

Every time I visit here, the staff makes me feel like I belong. Even if I ask stupid questions…read more Awesome staff! Awesome prices! Awesome service! By far, the best shop in Pinellas County.

I went in here while on vacation because I didn't want to check a skateboard on the plane. This is…read moremy favorite skate shop in the area, too. I might like the Tarpon one a little better if for no other reason than the selection. I ended up having to go to Tarpon anyways to get the bushings I wanted. All good. Dude was helpful but not annoying like they can be at mall shops. He kept me from making a mistake with my set up too. I almost out 169s on my card, but the 159s were the right ones. Independent Hollows, son! I never owned a Santa Cruz board in the old days, but my brother loved em. I had been sweating the Dressen Rose Cross for a minute, so I grabbed one finally! They had Spitfires 80HD Chargers too, which I think are discontinued by the manufacturer. That's a bummer because these wheels are dope. I usually use OG Reed's bearings, but dude convinced me to try Super Red's. No regrets on that decision, either. It was a bit more, but I really dig the bearings they feel crazy fast & smooth. Might be the wheels too since I've been riding 99s for a while prior to setting this up. My sister in law got my brother some shoes and dude gave us a bunch of stickers. I promised I'd stick em on every cop car I saw while on vacation. Good looking out, Westside. I'll see y'all again next time.

We had another fantastic experience with Izzy at Boot Barn! We brought our daughter in for her…read morebirthday to pick out a new pair of boots, and Izzy was amazing from start to finish. She helped us find boots that met all of our requirements, tracked down the right sizes, and even helped my daughter pick out a straw hat that matches a variety of outfits. Izzy is always so friendly and enjoyable to chat with, and she consistently goes above and beyond to make sure we have a great experience. She genuinely cares about her customers, and it shows every time we visit. Honestly, if Boot Barn were closer to our house, we'd probably be there way too often!

Great help. Great product. They actually helped me make outfits. I will come back. It was such a…read moregood experience.

No restrooms at Famous Footwear. I understand that no law requires a restroom but when 25% of your…read moresells are for kid shoes. You should have a restroom. Shopping with 3 kids and one has to really go advised to go to another store up the parking lot. Yes-- I'm going to walk 3 kids 70 yards to go potty. Is Famous footwear paying this other store for water and toilet paper? I will never spend another dollar at this business.

Excellent customer service from Genevieve at Famous Footwear. Needed a comfortable shoe for work…read more Required a wide width with cushion insoles. She quickly found a few pair and left the store with a great selection.