Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Vans

    4.5 (43 reviews)
    Closed Closed
    Updated 3 months ago

    Vans Photos

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - Vans

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Got my Vans on but they look like sneakers...
    Elsie S.

    Small Vans store on a corner street but it's been here as long as I can remember. Plenty of street parking around the residential area next to the store. I came in here for the classic black and white Vans and the workers there were nice and helpful. As soon as I came in, I was asked what I was looking for. Tried my size and paid for it. I knew what I wanted so I was in and out of there in 5 mins. As long as I live in Southbay, this will always be where I buy my Vans.

    The original Vans store in the South Bay - been here since the 80s
    Aimee A.

    This Vans store has been around forever. I bought my first pair from them in the early 80s. I didn't know who Spicoli was, just needed the shoes with hearts on them! Now, they have shoes, clothes, hats, socks, bags, and they are packed (socially distant right now of course - we had to wait ten minutes to get in). They have a wide selection, and will call any store to try to help you find those they don't. Now, stores in the mall sell Vans. But I like going to my neighborhood original.

    Vans Old Skool Low in Beacon Blue
    Izarra V.

    Love this location. The staff here are always very helpful. I have way too many pairs of Vans .

    New Glow in The Dark
    Sarah A.

    Absolutely love this Vans store--have been coming to this location for a good decade. Some businesses service have declined-- not here. Ray is such a doll and made my son feel extra special by giving him kudos on his new kicks. I give kudos to both Ray & Eric for their fast, friendly and great service --from the minute we walked in. Eric made sure my son didn't walk out without a fist bump. Thanks guys!

    Jenn G.

    Yelper Jenn G soon to be running around in pink hello kitty vans! A couple weeks ago as I was coming out from Freshia market, I spotted a huge Hello Kitty sign across the street. I heart Hello Kitty and so if I see a giant Hello Kitty across the street...it will for sure get my attention. Lol! Upon closer look, I realized it was the Vans store. It was the first weekend that they were selling hello kitty vans. I came here the next day to go check it out and found out from the cashier that they didn't have the adult size hello kitty vans yet but they were arriving the next day. I came back the next day and sure enough the shipment of adult size hello kitty vans were there. The workers were helpful in getting me the different sizes and designs. They had no issue at all when I asked to see the different ones. Since it was the first day that these adult hello sized kitty vans came out, there seemed to be continuous traffic coming in and out of the store. The people working there seemed to handle it well and they were able to accomadate all. Yay Vans! Yay hello kitty!

    Mo K.

    Swung by pick up some shoes for a friend. Don't get me wrong, though. I've been rocking Vans since grade school. They have a unique style that's been closely aligned with skaters. Moreover, the shoes are reasonably priced. This shop is located in central Torrance. Some of the not so obvious amenities are that they have behind the store parking and wifi. The customer reps were extremely nice and dog friendly.

    Momma's new Shoes!  MultiFloral Blk/TruWht
    Linda C.

    Super sweet shoes from a super friendly store! I've been buying my Vans here since the 1980's (and the old Redondo/Artesia store) and I love popping in to see what new canvas's they have! Even better when they are on sale! Score! I'm digging the Disney collection these days! But the best part about this location is the ever friendly staff!

    Good selection

    See all

    18 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of A B.
    0
    93
    6

    10 years ago

    Small store, doesn't have much in stock. Don't have many sizes for the styles they do have in stock.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 2 of 2

    Ask the Community - Vans

    Review Highlights - Vans

    I bought my first pair of real tennis shoes from this store here as a child.

    Mentioned in 4 reviews

    Read more highlights

    You might also consider

    Verify this business for free

    People searched for Shoe Stores 13,319 times last month within 15 miles of this business.

    Verify this business

    FrontRunners

    FrontRunners

    4.7
    (99 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    I love great customer service and that's exactly what I received today at Front Runners. I called…read morebefore I went in to inquire about the foot scan and Michael was very kind and helpful. When I went into the store and started to look around, a gentleman came out & said someone would be right with me. A few seconds later, Tehani (Assistant Manager) approached me and asked how she could help me. Well she did just that and more!! We did the scan and I was so shocked when she told me my shoe size! I've been wrong all 40 yrs of my life! My right foot is a half size bigger She also had me walk and noticed that my feet leaned inward. Based on the results of the scan & her observation, she recommended Hokas and Brooks. I initially came into the store for the Hoka Gaviota but she suggested the Arahis for me. Unfortunately, they didn't have the size in the color that I wanted so I'll order them online. however, she did also help me with some shoe inserts for my current pair of tennis shoes and some Oofa slides to wear in the house. I'm so used to wear slippers but these slides feel so great on my achy heel and arches. Honestly, my feet already feel a lot better from just from walking with the new inserts. The Oofas were a little more in cost than I saw online but it was so worth the experience and the knowledge I received from Tehani. I would definitely shop with them again. The store is very easy to find when you're driving down Hawthorne and there's PLENTY of parking. All of the staff were welcoming! 5 stars

    I have been looking for a new pair of running shoes for literal months. I pronate really bad and…read moredon't like a lot of forward tilt in my shoes so I've been struggling to find a good shoe that was comfortable and usable for walking, training, and light running. This was my first time at front runners and I'm so happy I decided to come in here! The staff were very helpful and knowledgeable and with their help I was finally able to find a shoe that works! I'm so happy with my purchase and recommend this store to anyone in Torrance looking for new running gear.

    Photos
    Good selection of NB here
    Good selection of NB here
    Machine to measure your foot
    Machine to measure your foot
    Surefoot machine

    See all

    Surefoot machine
    New Balance - Torrance

    New Balance - Torrance

    3.6
    (25 reviews)
    1.6 mi

    This store receives high marks for all three metrics: service, selection, and value…read more Let's start with service. We came here right when it opened and was assisted immediately. I asked if they carried the 1080s in a size 7.5 in black. She asked if I wanted the regular width or wide version. I didn't know there were options, but having wider feet, I asked for the wide one. She left and returned with two pair of shoes in different widths. One regular and one extra wide. The extra wide one fit like a glove. She gave me time to try them on and walk around. She then came back to check up on me. The selection here is very good. I had scouted the 1080s in a specific color and size online and this store had them. In terms of value, I would also say I got a good deal on these shoes. Six months ago, on the website, these shoes were selling for $165. I got mine here for $100. Some final thoughts: The man at checkout was very nice. He did want us to provide an email for the receipt. Apparently if you lose your physical receipt, you can still return your shoes with the emailed receipt. I had no intention of returning the shoes so passed on providing the email, but this may be something for you to consider if you're not entirely sure those shoes you're buying are keepers. Also, please be aware that the shoes are organized on the walls by shoe models, not male or female.

    They have a great staff, great customer service, and great products! I bought a pair of NB 860v14,…read moreextra wide, and they are great!! And I got a 3-pair set of socks!! I live in the Yorba Linda area and it was worth the drive to Torrance! By the way, Sheridan was very nice!! Thanks Sheridan!

    Photos
    New Balance - Torrance
    New Balance - Torrance
    New Balance - Torrance

    See all

    Nike Del Amo

    Nike Del Amo

    3.6
    (10 reviews)
    1.3 mi

    Summer and Mickey were amazing! The made the exchange…read moreprocess for 3 pairs of shoes smooth and easy. Summer is extremely sweet as well.

    I wish I had better things to say. The few times we've been in this store the customer service has…read morereally been off. This is a beautifully designed store with a good selection of products but the staff doesn't seem all that interested in providing customers with a good experience. The first time we came in to buy shoes we had to actively search for someone to help us. While they were friendly and responsive to our requests to try on shoes the person seemed a bit distracted and not that knowledgeable about the products. The second time we were there, we had a problem with the shoes we bought on our first visit and were looking for a solution. The shoes were about four months old and the inside of the heel had collapsed. We wanted to just exchange them for a new pair since it had been such a short time since the original purchase. The person at the counter was dismissive. When I explained the problem with the product she did not acknowledge the defect even though it was quite easy to see. She explained that the in-store exchange/return policy was 60 days I asked if they might be able to help me online or at their customer service phone number and she said she didn't know but that I should leave and Google it. Not a great experience. I sat down inside the store and called customer service and connected with the nicest, most helpful customer service person ever who immediately did her best to understand the issue with the shoes and let me know she would do everything she could to help me. Since the product failed, we were well within the time limit to return the shoes for a full refund. The return window is much longer online or on the phone. She also made me aware that the original product we purchased was now on sale so she helped me return the defective product and then helped me purchase a replacement at the new sale price. It could not have been a more perfect experience. I would recommend trying products on in the store and then buying online or over the phone. The customer service in the store doesn't make shopping there worthwhile unless you don't want to wait for the shoes to be shipped to you. Love all the Nike styles just would like a better in-store experience.

    Photos
    How cool are these
    How cool are these
    Exterior of the Nike Del Amo store.
    Exterior of the Nike Del Amo store.
    Nike Del Amo

    See all

    Vans - shoes - Updated June 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...