Vans

When I arrive, nobody was even in the store. Shitty selection don't waste your time. We waited 20…read moreminutes for an employee to arrive We waited inside the store as the doors were wide open

I am still amazed at shoes being $10. Especially since I spend more on shoes. However, this place…read moreis amazing. I have found the cutest shoes here and they have surprisingly lasted. So..they aren't designer?!?! Who cares! I have had more compliments on styles purchased here then I did on my Nordstrom splurges. Check it out. Even if it's for a cute pair of flat beachy sandals.

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Finish Line

3.3(45 reviews)

I want to share a great experience I had at the Finish Line store at Parkway Plaza. A few weeks…read moreago, on the day of the Jordan 11 Mojave launch, I came in looking for a size 14. The employee who assisted me was extremely informative, kind, and genuinely helpful throughout the process. After speaking with her for a bit, I learned that she was actually the store manager, Miranda Troncoso. It was refreshing and impressive to see a manager leading from the front and working alongside her team. That level of hands-on leadership really stood out to me. I truly appreciated the way she handled customer interactions, especially knowing how challenging it can be to work with the public--I work in wireless as a district manager, so I understand firsthand. Finish Line has a great leader at this location, and it definitely shows in the customer experience.

I picked up a pair of shoes on the sales rack, which clearly said $50 in large print. Originally…read more$75. They rang me up at $90. When I told her there was a sticker on it, she only offered to do a refund instead of checking for the sticker. They took forever finding the shoe, now I'm starting to think it was a stalling tactic to make me forget the sale price. Kinda disgusted.

Nike Juvenate , Thanks VANESSA!!

*insert heart face emoji here*

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DICK'S Sporting Goods

2.6(146 reviews)

Parking is not awesome but oh well. Store is clean. I visit the golf section most times I'm in here…read moreand always have exceptional customer service from people that actually know golf. I think Brayden took care of me. That's a straight shooter with upper management written all over him. He sorted me out with some grips and answered all of my questions. Lot of options and selection and their golf accessories are very fairly priced.

Brought to you by Rosa the manager , best service ever !!! She helped me find shoes for my son ,…read moreshoes for me , and laces for my son's old shoes just needed laces as my dog chewed on them. Very sweet and professional and caring she was patient with me for all you one stars and two stars don't hate best shopping experience ever Rosa you are the GOAT there , you made me and my son so happy , we will be back 100% thank you tons !!!!!! Very nice experience :)

Not the best Dicks

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Famous Footwear

2.8(21 reviews)

Came here for shoes before a trip. Our chosen shoes were on sale! Awesome…read more Except not. According to the ladies at the register, the sale was "not currently active." So why weren't the tags switched out? Blatant false advertisement and tagging. Not all the items were on "sale," so it clearly wasn't the case that all items were tagged incorrectly. This is ILLEGAL in California. I let them know, pointed at their County Department of Agriculture sign right on their register, and they did not care. Please check your receipts. Yeah it was only $20 or so overcharge but in this economy? Giiiiirl.

Customer service sucks! I went in today and asked about a pair of shoes in size 13. I was told they…read moremay have them in back but they can't get to them. I'll never go back there again. Too bad I have to give them a star because I don't think they deserve a one star!

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Journeys

3.8(8 reviews)

Shout out to Spencer for helping my wife with the specific shoes she was looking for! He was very…read morehelpful and she got the shoes in 3 days! Excellent customer service and we will be back for more shoes (eventually).

This Corporation has an unfavorable return policy.The clerk at the store ordered the wrong boots…read morefor me. This happened to me on the 27 Nov 2015, my wife bought a pair of the 1460 Doc Martens, I realized they were not leather (Store #371). As soon as I made it home from work that day, I told her these were not leather boots. We promptly took them back to exchange for a pair of leather boots. Empl# 420647, tried to convince me the Vegan Leather was real leather. I just told him to order me a pair of 1460 Cherry Doc Martens Leather. The return at this point seemed smooth but to my surprise on 10 Jan 2016, the day our family could gather and celebrate Christmas, we discovered the boots that had been ordered by the clerk were the completely wrong boots (R15265601). We followed the return instructions. Returned the incorrect product to Journeys Inc. The RETURN instructions were followed. The boots were sent via UPS Ground (Track#1Z V52 2E3 06 2605 1968) on 11 Jan 2016. The instructions said the product could not be returned to the store and I would receive a credit to my card once received and processesed. RYAN at the Dock in Lebanon, TN received the boots on 15 Jan 2015 @ 1059. I was NEVER credited by Journeys Inc. $169.99....Still waiting patiently for my refund. On 12 Feb 2016, I called customer service on there packing list 1-888-324-6536. Tragically laughable, Journeys Inc prints they incorrect phone number on their packing lists (Picture Posted) I hunted down the CORRECT number somewhere in the internet. Spoke to a Journeys Inc operator I explained that I did NOT receive a refund, I gave her all the info. She told me I would be contacted in a couple of business days. Still waiting patiently. Customer Ref 080371347520151127 Warehouse Ref 3010113

Wrong Number

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Red Wing

Family-owned & operated

These guys are great. Super good customer service. I have some old boots and some new boots and I…read moreend up cycling through them at work. They get all dusty and dirty and I bring them to Red Wing and they greet me with a smile on their faces and then they clean up my boots, making them look like new every single time. I really appreciate them.

Oliver took care of me over the phone and I'm the Store. He was incredibly Professional and…read morehelpful. He took the time to take Digital measurements of my feet while Standing and while Walking. It is complete full service here and he made sure I tried enough sizes to get the perfect fit. I was able to find the Wide here which Nobody else has. I searched online on Amazon and Red Wings Website. None of them had Wide Sizes. I am so glad I made the Trip to the store because I guessed my size all wrong. Red Wings are incredibly well made in the USA. I have always had Irish Setters but decided to take the plunge and get the Iron Rangers. They are beautiful and as Solid as they come. Oliver answered all of my questions and was very patient. It was a very pleasant experience and I highly recommend this location.

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Ross Dress for Less

2.3(52 reviews)

0.7 mi•Cajon Heights

Came in on a whim. Needed a last minute gift bag…read more Not only did I snag a gift bag, I found a $100 bill in between the aisles! I guess it was my lucky day... This store is packed with endless amounts of toys and clothes. I don't even know if the times will sell before Christmas. Time will tell. Service is quick and staff is friendly. The restroom is spotless. I wouldn't hesitate to drop in here again if I'm the area.

I came in today for a a cologne, they definitely have a large selection …read more Very low price the have tons of them price extremely lower then retail . I found some all weather floor mats as well for $10.99 got to keep the car. Clean over experience great . Service was great I don't know why people don't like this store it's a discount store we should be happy with the huge savings . Enjoy life don't be bitter :) My new slogan

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Season's Fashions

4.6(9 reviews)

1.0 mi•Cajon Heights

I've been going to them for about 3 years now and just realized I haven't left a review. Evan is…read morereally professional and has excellent customer service. He's been extremely helpful with choosing the suit and style I want. The establishment has great quality and affordable prices. I've already recommended friends Season's Fashions and they had the same thing to say.

At first, my son was indecisive of getting a suit , he then tried one on , Found the suit with no…read moreproblem! customer service was great

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Boot World

4.4(107 reviews)

0.3 mi

I always come back here because the Selection, Service, and the Price Matching. It's tempting to…read morejust order them online and just wait. When it comes to shoes it's always better to try them on before buying. That is the best reason come here instead of shopping online. This time I came here because my daughter wanted some UGG Sneakers. Chloe helped us and she was Phenomenal from the start. She searched for a pair that would fit my daughter and in a color that she would like. She took the time to check online at her other stores just in case she wanted a different color. My daughter loved her and Chloe was asking her questions about school and her Bday. This exceptional Service is why I always choose to come to the El Cajon Store. They are always happy to help and they always have what you need in stock. My daughter loves her new UGG sneakers and just had to wear them out of the store.

I've been going to this location for years now. For the most part, the customer service has been…read moregreat. Today was no different until the manager/MOD was involved. There is a sweet young man, Ruben, who was very patient and helped answer all of my questions as I was trying to figure out proper size of a new shoe with my usual insoles. Upon removing the shoe to wrap up my visit, I noticed a small hole on the top of the shoe. It was slightly hidden, but based on the work I do, I feared the small hole would eventually become a bigger issue over time. So I asked Ruben if there was another pair. I didn't ask for a discount, but he offered to see if there was a possibility for a discount based on the small hole noticed, as he had seen it too. He walked to the back to touch base with the MOD, and she came back with what seemed like a dismissive and condescending attitude. She began inspecting the shoe in front of me, repeating that there was no hole. I pointed it out for her and showed her where the hole was. She said "So you don't want them?". I wasn't going to argue with her, but I also wasn't going to waste Ruben's time at his attempt to save the sale, so I purchased the insoles and left to buy the shoe from another retailer. Had she spoken to me like an adult, or just explained for such a minor flaw she could not offer a discount, or offered to order another pair for me, my transaction would've continued. But not only am I a trained seamstress, with a degree in fashion design, and a small business in handmade leather goods, I decided to take my business elsewhere. I know a needle puncture when I see one.

Uggs

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Vans Outlet

3.5(34 reviews)

1.8 mi•Bostonia

I wanted to leave a review after the great service I received. Kudos to Ben for helping me find a…read morediscontinued shoe and going above and beyond to transfer them so I could purchase them. Thank you Ben for being polite, helpful, and getting me the shoes I was looking for. 5 stars

Always have good deals . Must remember that this is an outlet store you see something you like GET…read moreIT chances are it won't be there again. They always have some kind of deal just ask . Mia was very helpful . I have had six kids and my self buy shoes here over the years.

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Ricky D.

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9 years ago

This is a great place to buy new skating shoes! They're prices are a little high, but the price is worth the genuine material.

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