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.

I am familiar with the Academy stores that were in Houston years ago. They have really expanded…read morebeyond an Army surplus store of the 60's. We were greeted as we came in. The store is enormous. It's located in Pinellas Square where the old furniture store used to be close to the cinema. An associate told us that they have been open since last November. Everything smelled new. If you're looking for a good old fashioned sporting goods store, Academy Spots + Outdoors is your one stop shop. Drop by if you can.

The employees are rude I was buying a bait caster and wanted to get 30 pound braid on it. But the…read moreguy who apparently works in the fishing department and acts like the paying customer is stupid and doesn't know what their talking about And would not put 30 pound braid on because it might "break the rod" even though the rating on it is for MONO not braid and for braid you double the max mono rating making 30 pound braid useable but the employee would not do that. Also it even shows 30 pound braid as the braid line capacity on the side of the baitcasting reel. Otherwise the selection of gear is ok. The value is average. But overall even if the employees were helpful it's an ok store

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

I wasn't so sure about the shoes that were recommended for me at first. They did not feel quite…read moreright at first. However, my foot and back pain have completely resolved. Not immediately but definitely had to do with the shoes. Really pleased. Pricey but worthwhile. Better to have a couple pair of really good shoes that you can comfortably wear all day than a closet full of shoes that you can wear for a couple hours.

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.

I went to gym in Largo (20 miles away from home) and found out I forgot my gym shoes. It is no way…read morefor me to go back and get it. I ask my friend which is the closer sport store I can get an emergency pair of shoes. They indicate to me there is no close by sport store. I should try the Largo mall which is 10 minutes away. I found Famous Footwear in Largo Mall. They have the high top gym shoes that I need to protect me from high ankle roll. I bought an usable cotton cloth shoe and try out in the gym. But after few games of badminton, I feel paint at the toe. I took the shoes I bought that day and return on the following week when I return to the gym. They clerk of the store allow me to exchange. They are very friendly and helpful. I got the next exchange pair that fit me. Now I put this pair in the car for emergency.

As I explained in my less than stellar review of Sports Authority, my shoe search took on a life of…read moreits own. And after more googling and deal diving, I found what I was looking for at a store I have rarely considered going in to. The mall this store is located in houses several shoe sources and after hitting the first two and not finding anything suitable, I gave myself an attitude adjustment and walked in. Lots of shoes. Every possible make and model. And lots of athletic shoes to boot! It was fun to have a selection to choose from and I eventually settled on a New Balance running shoe. With newfound enthusiasm I wandered into the sandal section only to find Teva flip-flops on sale...WHAT A HELLUVA SHOPPING DAY! New running shoes and must have beach footwear ~ it just don't get any better than that! Oh, by the way, they will ship the shoe of your choice, FREE, to your home, if they don't have your size in stock. I'm an instant gratification girl myself, but this may come in handy for some.

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.

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

WELL. I was quite surprised about Boot Barn. 1) for how it has MUCH MUCH MORE than just boots and…read more2) how great the staff were in helping me find the right hat and signing me up for membership. My quest for a hat started all because of going to the Yelp Cosmic Rodeo and I needed a hat, like, PRONTO--but I didn't like the lack of choices I saw at Target and Burlington's. So, what else is there to do besides now own a quality-made cowboy hat? They have a rather large selection of hats available, but knowing nothing about cowboy hats (and hats, period), I needed a little help. The nice girl at the store approached me and asked if I needed help, to which I was like, "OMG, yes PLEASE!" She helped me out in getting the right size and trying it on then took her time to talk to me about signing up for free membership. Well. How can I say no? I can't help but notice they have quite a few dresses available and they are ADORABLE. The boots looked pretty sweet too. As for price--not bad for what you get. I did a cold search online to see what a hat would cost in Amazon and in another custom shop, and it's right on point, if not slightly less. I did get a pretty basic standard hat, but it's classic and beautiful, and if I'm going to own a cowboy hat, may as well get something that would go with anything and that I'd wear again. (DEFINITELY to the next Yelp Cosmic Rodeo!)

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.

So I went to famous footwear in palm harbor to find shoes for my kids. My 5 year old had to go…read morepotty. I asked the lady at the front. She said we don't have a public restroom. He is pinching himself I have to go. She said to go to the store next door. I said to her he's 5. She said we only have one restroom for employees so if he clogs the toilet our employees have nowhere to go. I said yes they do. The store next door where you told me to go. Then she said we'll I can't have that here. I said ok we are leaving! I'm done. Will never go back! The company will have my complaint. DO NOT SHOP AT FAMOUS FOOTWEAR IN PALM HARBOR!