Wow, I get to be the first to review a place!?!…read more I feel the same way as in my Da Maria review about letting the secret out about this little gem of a store. I discovered this place B.Y. (before Yelp) this January when I was on my winter boot quest. All the cool kids were sporting Sorels and I wanted a pair too. But I wasn't cool enough to know to buy in the fall, before there was actually snow on the ground. The usual places (Get Outside, Sporting Life) were completely out of my size in the style I wanted (which, if you are wondering, is not the funky pink and black houndstooth with neon laces - again, I'm not that cool). Circle Shoes seems to be a family-owned shop and sort of no-frills especially compared to the rest of the boutique-y places you find along this end of Yonge. They had ample selection of styles and sizes and the proprietor knew her stuff and brought me a few choices in similar styles in my size quickly and without the requisite eye-roll/trudge down to the stockroom I encountered at other places. They keep their stock in the back of the store. They carry lots of brand names including Uggs and Birkenstocks. Worth the trip uptown!

Great store with a friendly, knowledgeable proprietor and staff. Good selection at fair prices…read more No longer exchanging or sharpening skates.....just selling new.

They have a terrific collection of boots, ankle boots, sandals, athletic shoes, everyday shoes and…read moreshoes for special occasions. You can easily find different collections for women, men and kids. The staff are very helpful and the store is clean.

So, I was driving up the QEW, about 3/4 of the way to Toronto from Buffalo, and I suddenly realized…read morethat I'd left my nice going out shoes at home. Whoops. I really couldn't wear hiking boots with my outfit to the concert I was heading to, so while I was eating breakfast with Lee, I weighed my options. There was Payless, which would be cheap, but maybe not the best selection. I remember hearing that DSW had opened some locations in Canada, so I figured I'd go with a store that I'm familiar with. So this place is precisely what like any other DSW is in the US. Men's shoes on the left, Ladies' on the right, clearance racks in the back, and various accessories and such all over. So if you've been to a DSW in the US, you know what you're looking for. Now, perhaps the expectation for some people is that "D" stands for Discount. This is sort of true and sort of not. If you want a deal, you look in the clearance racks. For the most part what is good about DSW is the variety of options and price ranges. It's not a warehouse full of cheap shoes. I ended up spending a good half hour looking for a pair that would feel good and look good with what I was wearing, and I made it out of the store for under $30 for a decent pair of shoes. So 3 stars for a bog-standard DSW experience. I was a little bit disappointed that my DSW card doesn't transfer across the border, that was a little disappointing considering other cards (like Costco) do. I don't want a separate card, I want the one I have to work!

My first experience with the J&M chain was with shoes. Their last is really well made and I love…read morethe quality and fit. Their quality of shirts and shoes is very good for the price. Ideally I prefer to buy their clothes in Minnesota (no taxes on personal attire) when the Canadian dollar is strong but occasionally I do pick up something here or in other Canadian locations. The store in question is convenient, bright, well stocked and they do have a small sale section at the back. Honestly, each time I go in the people are really nice and very helpful. For example, I came in to buy a shoe lace a few months back, mine tore on the way in to downtown, and the manager just gave me one. I felt special all day! They open early and it is a pleasure to visit. Okay. Now I have convinced myself. I think I may buy more of their items this week!

Appreciation for Nike Toronto…read more I had a wonderful weekend at Nike Toronto! The staff were very friendly, welcoming, and professional. A special thank you to Sally, the manager, who was incredibly accommodating. She listened to our concerns about the wait, especially since we had a flight the next day. Not only did she take the time to help me, but she was also attentive to other guests whenever she could. As an ARMY myself and someone who has worked in the retail industry, I truly appreciate great customer service. Sally's actions showed how professional, understanding, and dedicated she is to her role. Her kindness and willingness to help made our experience even more memorable. Thank you, Sally, and the entire Nike Toronto team, for such a wonderful experience!

Great customer service from all the staff, especially Brayden. I purchased my KB Black Mamba jacket…read morehere and, most recently, the highly coveted Jordan 11 Gamma Blues. We just happened to walk by, and they were released within the hour. The limit was one pair per person. Although we couldn't try them on and the purchase was non-refundable, the experience was still exciting. The store is conveniently located near the north end of the Eaton Centre, next to Eataly.

The sole of my brand new shoes fell off. Wearing it for the first time. I bought it 3 years ago…read more The rubber disintegrated. Very disappointed!

We have been fans of Cole Haan's men shoes for over 5 years now. Combining Nike Air Technology…read moreinto Dress shoes and boots was an ingenious idea. The newly renovated store looks fantastic now. Staffs are very nice, polite and helpful. They make me feel like I can always go in and have a look, without being pressured to buy something. I just wish that with strong Canadian dollars, prices should be more competitive to US stores.

I was visiting from the states and mentioned to my friend I was thinking of getting Birkenstocks…read more She mentioned she had a great recommendation for a store with expertise in Birkenstock and that she could use a new pair herself, so we paid a visit to The First Step. Peter was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful, not just about Birkenstocks but even about feet. He made a very helpful assessment about my feet and recommended both the size and style that would work for me, also helping me learn more about preventing some potential challenges with my toe alignment. While I didn't end up leaving with a pair, mainly because I was indecisive about the style and color, I did leave with much more knowledge about Birkenstock and what to consider about footwear that would be best for me. My friend and her partner both left with a pair and also got fantastic help to determine the right size and style. I was particularly impressed how much service they provide around repairs and care. It's very rare to find a business with such personal service but also a mind for sustainability and quality. Highly recommend The First Step!

This was my first purchase of Birkenstocks. My chiropodist recommended this store. I called, left a…read moremessage and received a call back within 10 minutes from Peter. I made an appointment. Well, this was quite a wonderful experience to be properly fitted with genuine good old fashioned service. No rush, no pressure sales just the best quality and service that I have ever experience purchasing footwear in 65 years. I will not go anywhere else.

Encountered 2 super friendly employees.. They had some good…read moresales, store was clean and organized. Will return.

Prices are okay for shoes, did not check anything else. I went there to look for boxing equipment,…read moreunfortunately not much could be found there however if you are looking for boxing/wrestling shoes there are 3-4 models to choose compare to other stores where nothing is available.

Tip: This store has huge discounts on authentic sports apparel…read more For the longest time, I have wanted a Blue Jays jersey. When my friend from grade 7 and her husband had tied the knot several years ago, they wore matching Blue Jays jerseys (classic white home ones) to officially mark that they were a married couple. I went to a Jays game a few month back as part of a work event. I visited the Jays store. I found lots of jerseys. They were expensive starting at $300. I ended up getting a t-shirt that was more my price point. The Shopping Channel is running a sale on Jays apparel. There's a 15% discount. I found a jersey that I liked. It was $249. It was still ridiculously expensive for me to splurge. My goal: Find a Jays jersey that doesn't break the bank. I did a search. I found SVP Sports selling the same Jays jersey for $159. Nice! I didn't buy it online. I saw that this store had many jerseys available. I decided to pay this store a visit last Friday night. The SVP Sports store used to be at Woodside Square. It has since moved to a larger location at McCowan Road and Milner Avenue. It's in a plaza with Winners, Starbucks, Mr Sub, and more. It was raining. I parked fairly close to the building. I then walked into the store. Happiness was seeing powder blue jerseys on my right. They were indeed authentic Blue Jays jerseys. Yay! The original price was $200. It was indeed marked down to $159. There was a further reduction. This jersey was going for $79. One word: Wow! I wanted a jersey without any player's number on the back. I tried on two different sizes. As I was trying one of them on, a female sales associate asked if I needed any help. I let her know that I was okay trying on one of the jerseys. She was being helpful. I frankly wanted to be left alone to figure out my size. Sometimes, it's better to let the customer tell you whether she needs assistance and to leave her be. I found the jersey of my dreams. I was elated! There are change rooms at this store. I didn't need one, as it was easy to try on a jersey over my t-shirt that I was wearing. This store has a lot of merchandise that is heavily discounted. I saw NHL caps of all Canadian teams. It hit me that I don't own a Winnipeg Jets cap. I got one for $19. Unheard of! I lined up at the checkout. There were cameras everywhere. I suppose that prices are so cheap on sports clothing, caps, backpacks, and more that theft is an issue. I got a nice woman at the checkout. She asked if anyone had helped me. I said no. She apologized. She didn't need to. I paid with a credit card. I tapped and was great. She let me know what the score was between the Jays and Mariners. It was game 5 in Seattle, with the Mariners leading by 1. Sadly, the Jays lost this game. However, the team ended up winning the entire series. I love my jersey and cap. They are comfy to wear and I didn't break the bank. I'd return for the deals. They are great. The quality of my purchases was excellent. (387)

Visiting SVP Sports was like a journey back in time!! Here you will find "Vintage" brand new hockey…read morejersey from NHL teams that no longer exist for years.... Quebec Nordiques with their last season back in 1994/1995, that was over 20 years ago! There are also some "Vintage" NBA and MLB jerseys! If you do want something for casual shinny hockey maybe fine, as the price is good. I would not say it feels like shopping at Value Village, but you did need to go through a lot of merchandise to find something that you might want to pay for it. Security measure here is quite high. Seems like shoplifting has been a big problem for management?