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    New Balance Strand

    4.2 (32 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Sweet kicks for kids.
    Christopher M.

    Our salesperson, Hailey Saunders, was so pleasant and helpful. She is now our go to "NBRx Certified Fitting Specialist". As soon as we walked in, she greeted us with a beautiful smile and a warm welcome. She asked how she could help and listened as my elderly father explained his concerns in detail. Hailey was very professional and incredibly patient with us. She was also very knowledgeable and extremely thorough when explaining options to us. She took time to detail the differences between models and how she thought they would affect our experience. She even gave us bottle is cold water (which was very appreciated since it was 95 degrees outside). After the foot & gait analysis, Hailey kindly explained the results to both my elderly parents in terms they could understand and relate to. She never made us feel rushed or unwelcome. The plan had been to purchase 1 pair of sneakers for my dad to help with his plantar fasciitis, but we ended up buying 4 pairs of sneakers because she was so great. We bought 2 sneakers for my dad and also bought 2 for my mom who apparently struggles with some very high arches in her feet. I'd be remiss if I didn't mention that the 4 sneakers and 5 pairs of insoles, or orthotics, ended up costing over $900. I wasn't expecting to spend that much for sneakers for my parents (who are definitely NOT sneaker heads), but you can't put a price tag on health and happiness. It's been 3 days and my parents are raving about how much better their feet feel. The pain isn't bothering them anymore. They even started walking around the mall with their friends again for daily exercise. The store was very clean and didn't smell like feet or a dirty locker room. The cold water bottles were a very nice touch. Parking was a a little cramped but not too crazy. All in all, I highly recommend this store if you need sneaker expertise, especially for folks suffering from foot ailments. Ask for Hailey and she'll take great care of you. It's probably easier to buy sneakers at Nike, Payless or the like if your feet have no problems, but the extra $30 may be well worth it if you're having foot issues. Just my 2 cents worth ....

    Brought my Son to be measured and fitted with a proper fitting shoe. Wish I had known and brought him a lot sooner! Darius was the most helpful and made the experience easy and fast! Thank you Darius. Will be coming here for my family from now on.

    Great site, great customer service and will be getting more shoes later!
    George R.

    Great site, great service and going back for more shoes! This is the Huebner site. I hear they are reopening at the Quarry Solon!

    Aliyah K.

    I went to New Balance earlier in the year on a recommendation from my husband. You see, he had gone to New Balance a few months prior with the thought that he would figure out which pair of shoes he wanted and would then buy online as he had a discount coupon. He told me the service was so great that he went ahead and bought the shoes right then and there from the helpful salesman. I was looking to purchase my first real pair of athletic shoes as I was in the middle of my training for a 1/2 marathon and was seriously needing some professional foot ware. I was immediately approached by a young salesman and let him know that my two "musts" were that the shoes be for running and that they are vegan. The salesman was great, measured feet and inquired my needs in depth. I left with a great pair of shoes that took me through the rest of my training, the 1/2 marathon and now lots more awesome outdoor Texas activities.

    Steven R.

    I prefer this store than the one at the quarry. I was treated so kindly and assisted to find the perfect show. I have plantar fasciitis and they found the right support to help with any pain I had.

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    Sonia C.

    Since I spend a lot of time standing, my feet are very important to me. And unfortunately I have a wide foot, so it's difficult for me to find comfortable sports shoes. Here I have found the right shoes for my feet and even though it's a bit pricey, they are worth every cent. The other thing that I like about this store is that they keep a record of the shoes you have bought in the past, so you can go straight to the latest style in your size without having to try on several pairs. To me that saves time, especially if I'm shopping for my husband.

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    7 months ago

    Jesse was amazingly helpful. He helped me pick the perfect pair of shoes for me. He's very considerate and I appreciate his assistance.

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    Great service. Knowledgeable sales person. These shoes are really well made and very comfortable.

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    Beyond helpful and accommodating! Darius Johnson was patient and wonderful with me. Very professional, knowledgeable, and kind.

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    I'll add a good review: signed-in, waited my turn (wasn't too busy this day), was fitted with a pair of heavenly 1260's. Excellent service!

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    I am without fashion sense. I can't help it. I grew up in Maine with about 10 layers of clothing on…read morefor 9 months out of the year. The other 3 months were spent with lots of bug spray and SPF 75 on. Since I moved to San Antonio, I have made a lot of friends who are quite fashionable and they don't hold back on their feelings towards my attire. Today, my friend and I went to Shoe Dept. (as a compromise). I knew I liked these shoes and she really wanted me to hit Ross, but said OK. I bought the cutest heels for under $25. Of course, I already have blisters, but it's fashion. The service was great and the accessibility from Shoe Dept. to a quick stop at Chili's was a hop, skip, and a jump. Make sure you go in through the food court side. Shoe Dept. is right next to Hot Topic. And it is my hot topic of the afternoon...blisters and all...

    From the owner: At Shoe Dept. Encore, you can find brand-name shoes, the latest trends, handbags and fun…read moreaccessories at affordable prices for women, men and kids. With our large stores, there is plenty of room to shop and TV entertainment areas for men and kids! We're a family-friendly footwear store with 1000+ locations carrying well-known brands for everyone such as HEYDUDE, Crocs, Skechers, Timberland, Tommy Hilfiger, and branded athletics such as adidas, New Balance, and Converse. Brand selection varies by location. We also offer a selection of shoes in extended sizes and wide widths! Our store associates are ready to help find your fit. Whatever your style, whatever your budget - that's our Dept.

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    4.7(6 reviews)
    10.0 miDowntown
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    I stopped in this super touristy store on my way to the Alamo. It's filled to the brim with Mexican…read moretrinkets. Anything you could possibly want to buy can be found here. Sombrero hats, shoes, Mexican dresses, toys, the list goes on. Be careful about the stairs; they are rather steep. I love how the signs tell you to keep your children with you. There is also another sign telling you that you cannot try on the shoes. I asked the salesgirl about it, and she said that they had lots of people coming in to try on the shoes, but not buying any. And then people who actually bought the shoes would come back saying that the shoes smelled like feet from all the people who had tried on the pair of shoes previously. True story, swear to God. I guess tourists have stinky feet! I was looking for a souvenir for myself. Warned about the shoes, I actually was looking to get either a Mexican blouse or dress as I had seen several gorgeous ones during my stay in San Antonio. The salesgirl was great in helping me pick out one, and even better yet, offered a discount if I paid in cash. Done. Best yet, after visiting Market Square, I noted that this store's clothes prices were indeed less expensive than the stores on Market Square. Same merchandise, different prices. I don't know how the other merchandise stacked up, but it does pay to shop around.

    If you are ever traveling through San Antonio, then it is a must for you to stop by this store…read more They have everything you can think of. Cups, Mugs, Shirts, sweat shirts, shot glasses, skulls, puppets, jewelry, etc. Everything is reasonably priced.

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    I had an amazing experience with Penner's when I needed a suit for my upcoming wedding…read more When you first walk into Penner's you immediately get the impression of a store that knows exactly what it is doing, and trying to be. There is history all over the walls, and you can see this is a beloved family run institution. That immediately made me feel good. Everyone in the store is also extremely friendly and helpful, the service is top notch. I had signed up for an appointment for a fitting, and I had a very specific suit color in mind (dark hunter green). I knew this wasn't the most common color for a suit, and I was a little nervous because I've never been through the tailoring experience before. Matt came over and walked me through everything, he helped me pick out not only the suit that is perfect for what I was looking for but he also helped me find a shirt, tie, belt and shoes. He was with me every step of the way. My suit had to be ordered and altered since it's not a common off the rack color, the team at Penner's kept in touch with me the whole time. I never had any doubt that I was in good hands, and any questions I had were answered fully. The price for everything was also extremely fair in my opinion. I fully endorse Penner's if you're looking for suits, clothes, shoes or anything else wearable. There's a big selection, and it's not just suits they also have just about anything for men's wear. A great selection, and a family owned business. I feel very fortunate to have Penner's in town and I will be back!

    Popped in here to look around... and the service and expertise was so dang good I ended up buying a…read moresuit! Looks great with the expert alterations included. Nice place and well stocked- unlike discount stores today. Won't be the absolute cheapest, but fair price for a great suit that hangs right and looks amazing! I am not yet one to wear a lot of Guayaberas, but this place has some top notch ones. Quality!

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    New Balance Strand - shoes - Updated May 2026

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