What happened? All the stores are either gone or close! Not sure what happened but it's not alive at all was wanting some mall snacks but nothing is open in their food court. Tutti Fruitti is not open either. No boba shops like other malls either read more

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This places is abandoned as of 2024. Nothing but three clearance stores and a small old college remain, one store didn't even have a name. Most entrances are blocked off for the mall, remaining stores, and even the for the college which can't be used. It was a nice exploration place, but was very sad seeing this mall pretty much abandoned, forgotten, and taking up space. Haven't updated their stores on the map as it says they're still standing and the mall still opened. Not too much of a mall or shopping center if that's what you're looking for. read more

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Nice selection inside of the Dillard's, but that is the only store open on the entire property. Don't come if you want a variety because the other stores are not open. Should not be considered a mall anymore, it is scary looking almost like a haunted house. read more

This Mall is DEAD. When I first got here, there's not many people. I don't know what happened, but financially, it's gone downhill.

Radiohead actually recorded an album here - their best one. "Oaks Computer." But the mall has gone downhill since then. Literally, due to tectonic plate shifting and swamp-induced mudslides. It's 57 feet lower than it was then. Psych. The West Oaks Mall is a sad relic of the past. There was a time when this kind of mall was everywhere and it would have been thriving and alive, but these days it's just kind of gathering dust. Yes it's still a decent mall but it reminds me of one of the malls up in Detroit that I went to this past summer, because it is falling into disrepair a little bit and it does look very dated and old and some of the stores are going under and other ones are just sitting there gathering dust. We didn't find anything we wanted at the Victoria's Secret and we didn't really expect to. It's not a good mall for people watching and it's not really a good mall for finding lots of different options but if what you want is cheap discount stores there are quite a few of those in here picking up the pieces after all the high-end stuff has moved away, or will soon. And when rain falls on a bunch of oak trees... it Wets Oaks. read more

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This place is becoming the next Sharpstown Mall. Nobody shops here anymore. It looks like a ghost town. A good setting for the next zombie or virus apocalypse movie. They still had xmas decorations up In Feb. Its eerie and awkward. It's so strange to because its not like the area isnt busy. Not sure whats going on but this place is on its way down unless the property management does something to get more tenants in and find a way to attract more people. Right now the only thing here that might be worth going to is the movie theater. Other than that stick with memorial city mall. read more

West Oaks Mall - Ghost town. 6pm Monday super creepy - Shopping Centers Near Me - Houston, Texas

This mall is super ghetto. I don't know how it's still open?! There are barely any stores and most of the food court is dark and empty. Most of the stores are rinky dink no names stores that sell club clothes. A run down Sears and make shift Dillards are a couple of the name brand stores they have. When I came to this mall I was appalled the customers were creepy looking and the were no stores. West Oaks Mall do us all a favor and close your doors your way past your prime. DO NOT COME HERE read more

This review is only for the management office. They don't answer their phone and there is no voicemail. Website doesn't work as of July 2022. 281.531.1332. shopwestoaksmall.com Not been inside, but gather it's a barely functioning mall. Management has either checked out or maybe it's closed down altogether but it's not clear from the internet as of this writing. Update: So someone did answer the phone in July 2022. Still don't know the real story is as never been there. Why do I care? I got a call from "Embassy Suites" (never stayed there and have a largely anonymous number) about a new "free" package and all I had to do was meet someone at West Oaks Mall and watch some video and wanted to see how far the scammers took it. Usually don't engage with scammers but was curious about how much BS one person could spill. Turns out the scammers are getting very detailed and a tad smarter. Anyway, the nice person I talked to at West Oaks Mall had no idea about this scam. Here's hoping people don't show up there. read more

It's ghetto here . 0/10 do not recommend, all the entrances are closed . Walked around the whole mall trying all the doors to get in. Barely any stores on the inside. Just came for uniforms & after walking around playing with the doors I didn't even want to shop anymore Finally got in and the store was closed down Most of the stores are closed down read more

Oh. No thank you! This mall is very close to my apartment and I was going to just go and browse but the building looks dark and antiquated. If you don't like a crowd it's great because it doesn't seem like very many people shop here. The Dillards sells items that are for sale so that's pretty good. Just all around a no from me, dawg. read more

DON'T BUY FROM THEM!!!!! They WILL steal your money and repo your car... even when you show proof of payment via Zelle as in my case. Then I go online and see their reselling vehicle for $1500 MORE than they sold to me. After researching I see In reviews that this is a recurring practice of West Oak Plaza going back over 5 years. BEWARE!!!!!! read more

We've been going to this mall to go to the Alamo Draft House for years. They renovated the mall a few years ago but it doesn't seem to help. There are many empty stores, many other stores look like they may be going out of business any time now. The mall seems to be frequented by some shady characters and families who don't watch their children closely enough. I really hate smoke and smoking. Every time I walk out of the mall I have to walk through a wall of smoke, since the smokers all congregate outside of the doors. I'd never go there again if it wasn't for the Alamo Draft House. read more

The West Oaks Mall was getting really run down and was hardly a shopping destination. Then it got a great looking renovation and some new stores and things seemed to be looking up. Still, though, there are many great stores missing from West Oaks that you can find at Memorial City that isn't that much further. I think West Oaks is still in a transition though and trying to find its niche in the shopping arena. One of the highlights of the mall is the Alamo Drafthouse - I believe this breathed some much needed life into the mall. It is a great cinema and certainly a great use of a theatre that would otherwise be abandoned. I'll keep my fingers crossed that West Oaks will regain its former glory after the upgrades are all complete. It can't hurt to have a quality shopping center on the West Side. read more

West Oaks Mall - Shopping Centers Near Me - Houston, Texas

I'm surprised this place hasn't been torn down. In the entire mall only 1 store was open, on a Saturday at 2PM, and it's been like this for years. They don't even bother to turn the ac on read more

Dead. Sad. Lonely. There is nothing to see in this place, the mall died and it is even insecure. read more

"It was the best of times, it was the worst of times." The review pertains the as of now condition of West Oaks Mall with a few tales of what West Oaks Mall was like in my childhood. *Insert flashback effects* We recently moved to a neighborhood that's near Richmond and Eldridge and amazingly, the mall is pretty much 8-10 minutes bike ride away. I used to be a West Oaks Mall mallrat that pratically stayed at the only video game shop (EB Games back in the days) at the corner of the food court (I believe it is now a fragrance shop selling "knock offs" straight from the Harwin stores inventory). The mall was alive and vibrant, full of different customers varies in race, gender, and age. At each end of the mall, there's always a major anchor stores full of people walking in and out. Then there's the original movie theater with an arcade right across from it. As time has passed, so has the stores that come and go. All the top name brand retailers have come and gone, all the good stores left this mall, the arcade closed down, and the mall go-ers have all changed. Currently, the only reason any of us ever go to this mall is Alamo Drafthouse. As for the mall itself, there's pretty much nothing note worthy left than bunch of generic local no-brand retailers, 2 anchor stores left (Macy's and Sears), and a nice cowboy style renovation decoration. If you're really in the mood for shopping, still stick with Galleria or Memorial City Mall. But for some odd reason, you feel like suburb exploration and seeing the decay of the malls of America without being shot/robbed (I'm looking at you Sharpstown), this is the place to do that, and watch some first run movies while drinking beer. read more

Advice...don't bother. Very few vendors. Macy's closed. Image closed. There is a Dillard's Clearance Center, but it is always in disarray. I have been in Houston for a couple of years now and I just moved to the West part of the city from the Montrose area. I was excited there was a mall so close to me, but this mall has an almost seedy feel to it. I walked in and turned around and walked out within a matter of 15 minutes. Nothing to see here folks and I don't feel safe going alone, so it is a pass for me. read more

RIP West Oaks, I am surprised that this poor excuse for a mall is stil standing. Around 15 years ago, this was the place to be. Almost similar to its competitor mall, First Colony. You used to have name brands, great book/toy stores and a decent selection of restaurants inside. Now, in 2018, this place is a dump. The only thing worth your time is the Edwards Cinema. I assume that people walk this crap shack after a movie and realize that there are NO REAL STORES INSIDE. Im serious, there is not a recognizable store in this place. You have various weird off brands selling ghetto fabulous clothing and things that just look hideous. There are just weird little shops inside that are not worth your time. Im pretty sure many of the toys sold here have led, and the clothes melts in the rain. If you want a good laugh, walk to the food court. I dare you to tell me that you recognize any of those restaurants. You wont. Dont do that to your stomach my friend. This mall does not have any of the stores that you typically would see. There is a bootlegged Disney wannabe store, Journeys, and various others. You won't find a good deal here either. This place looks more like a run down flea market. Just leave homie, go watch a movie and then leave! You can thank me later. read more

I miss the old West oaks mall. When they still had Hollister and the Disney store :( . Mall went to waste:(((( ....... Hopefully it doesn't turn into sharpstown 2.0. read more

Renovated mall that is actually pretty classy inside. The exterior is still kind of in a need of a makeover. They still have further expansion plans despite numerous changes already made in its interior and tenant makeup. The stores here won't impress you as much as nearby First Colony Mall but this mall has a more expensive feel than First Colony. It's just that the demographics of the surrounding area isn't as wealthy as Sugar Land so the stores that you like may not be here. I'm still waiting for a Banana Republic here. *sighs* But it's a nice mall to walk around in and there's also the Alamo Drafthouse, a movie theater where you can dine inside with full service. I recommend it! read more

It is an ok place to go shopping if you already know what you are going to buy. But it is not the place to stroll around since it's kind of outdated and runned down. Not much people come here anymore read more

Not one of the best malls in Houston. This mall is like a ghost town. Usually I just come for the Macy's since it's the closest mall to me. They don't have a lot of popular stores. Clothing stores includes Victoria Secret's, A'gaci, Rainbow, Image, and Express. A prom/formal gown dress store called H.Harloquin. There is bath&body and Claire's and then other random stores and food places. read more

West Oaks Mall - Shopping Centers Near Me - Houston, Texas

My childhood, edificed. Here's what I remember in reference to the last three presidents that have held office: George H. W. Bush Sr: I came here to do my Halloween trick-or-treating with hundreds of other kids. I remember being subjected to a clown suit, but later opting for a fake mermaid tail and then a fair maiden. I think I just wanted an excuse to wear an incredibly girly dress. Bill Clinton: I came here after swimming many a summer to walk around with my best friends to oggle at useless girl power ANYTHING at Claire's and Limited Too... then used the pay phones to call our parents to pick us up. Quarters and tiny phone books were a way of life. George 'Dubya' Bush Jr: By this point my posse and I were venturing further down Westheimer towards Barnes & Noble, Slick Willie's and Fuddrucker's, and spent less and less time wandering the walk ways of West Oaks. Probably because we couldn't wait to get off our shift at the Body Shop. read more

It was great. But things come and go, use this mall as an example. Don't recognize the stores, haven't gone here in a long while.

Always dead, except for weekends and holidays. I'm an employee at one of the retail stores and I despise how insanely small this mall is. The only good stores that's literally keeping the mall alive is Victoria Secrets and Bath and Body Works. Other than that, most stores usually close down or move within a year. Body Central closed. Beauty 4 U is moving. McDonald's shut down. At least every month, someone is closing or moving. The food court, doesn't deserve to be called a food court. There's not a lot of variety, so you're either eating chinese food, Mexican food, or overprice pizza. It's mostly a shopping mall for ladies than men. The only stores for men are shoe stores such as Foot Locker and Champs. The only guys you see around this mall are married and out shopping with the wife and kids. read more

West Oaks Mall - Another store moving as usual. - Shopping Centers Near Me - Houston, Texas

This place is pretty much abandoned. No free wifi, only China Max in food court. It's pretty dark, but lighting looks cool. Felt like I was entering shelter during zombie apocalypse lol. Past uniform zone and bath body works it smells like ghost farts, very old and dusty. At the far end of that same hall is an unknown store that's like a bootleg Dillard's that plays 90s techno from a Chinese YMCA. Chinese Lady didn't want to bargain with me and sell me car seats for cheaper. Can get them cheaper at Costco lol and I offered 15 for business and she said no. Don't waste your time here. Victoria secret and Claire's shops are small but maybe could find some unique items. Ghetto with a capital G. Don't stop here unless you are bored or want to take ref pics or want to walk indoor instead of outdoor heat. Theater is not worth either, shady af! Oh I should mention parking lot is huge and empty, perfect for learning how to drive and there is one side with motorcycle lessons. read more

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The security is a joke! I mean really couple months ago my truck got broken into and all they could say is that I should not have brought my nice truck to the movies. What the hell so I didn't know I had to bring an ugly car to the movies. Today while at the mall about to leave I observed a car hit another parked car and then notified the mall security and after not wanting to take a report they had the audacity to make stupid faces at me when I show them the cars involved. How sad i some what felt I was in elementary school. How petty if you don't like your job please go find another that will make you happy help people. I will never never will come back to this mall because stupid people like this. read more

West Oaks Mall - This Kia hit another car and laughed about it and left the about their merry way. - Shopping Centers Near Me - Houston, Texas

NO STAR WARRANTED. I frequent this mall about twice a year and I work ACROSS THE STREET from this place. Everytime I go, I say NEVER AGAIN. Like the other reviews state, this mall is dying on the vine. Today, during my limited lunch break, I went for a quick purchase at a clothing store. While hurrying to the clothing store, I was constantly HECKLED and INTERRUPTED by pushy-aggressive store employees. These included both the vendors in the middle of the mall walkway AND the actual stores located along the side. After saying "No thanks", sometimes repeating myself THREE times, they still persisted. I don't like to be rude to employees as I am certain their management have mandated these ridiculous sales tactics. I have been approached too many times by people asking me for some money. Dillards-with exception of the trashy outlet store and the other anchor stores have left. I don't blame them. The main inhabitants of this mall and yes, I do mean inhabitants, as they are just 'hangin' out...they do not patronize such stores. I have other complaints as well, but they are mainly repeats of the other reviews prior to today's date, so you can read them there. Unfortunately, all prior negative reviews are currently accurate. Nearest alternative: First Colony Mall or Memorial City. read more

I agree that the renovations are nice. Carpeted areas were probably not the best idea, however, because they are now full of stains. Kinda gross looking. I have one gripe about the Orange Julius in the food court. They stopped serving drinks at least 20 minutes before closing. I tried to order and they refused. I don't know how long they were refusing to make the drinks before I showed up. I have worked in food service. You don't stop serving your signature item until closing time. You leave at least one blender out until it's time to shut down for the night. They performed their closing duties early and just stood around so they could bail right when the mall closed. Punks. read more

I come to West Oaks when I know what I want. Yes, it's older and there are not a lot of stores other than Macy's and Sears, but my days of walking the mall on a Friday night trying to look cool ended over 20 years ago. The positives are that because few people come here, I can get in and out quick. I'm sorry, but I really don't care for looking for parking spots or having to deal with a bunch of people when I know exactly what I'm looking for (especially at holiday time). I've come here once looking for mattresses (both the Macy's and the Sears here have very nice mattresses) and a household appliance. In both instances, we looked up what we wanted online and then came here to check them out and make our purchases. As for whether this mall is safe? I'd say so. Security is always patrolling the parking lot when we come. read more

I sometimes come here to shop with my mom when we're limited on time and it just seems so dead. Places tend to come and go and now there is a small selection of restaurants in the food court. The Dillard's is now an outlet and has great sales on basically everything, but it's just so much to look at since everything is on clearance. Other decent stores in there are Bath & Body Works, Victoria's Secret , Sears, & Claire's. There's a new Edward's theatre opening so it'll probably bring back some more business and I'm looking forward to it. read more

Valenti store was perfect and they provided me with good customer service. I see that several celebrities such as Dwight Howard , Kobe Bryant and many more have come here purchase suits. I will be back to purchase more suits. read more

This mall is so dead... I mean it's nice if you're just trying to go to like Victoria secret or bath and body works in Not so crowed environment but other than that the food court only has 2 options. read more

So they renovated the mall and made it look nicer, but they lost most of their stores. This mall is starting to become the next sharpstown mall. I try to stay away unless I'm looking for athletic shoes. read more

20 some years ago, West Oaks mall was a hidden pleasure to visit. Now, with city expansion, it has lost it's charm. At one time they had a lively arcade where kids of all ages could be found hanging out. Macy's, Foley's, and Dillard's were among it's main shops, now, most of the anchor stores are gone, the food court is boring, and crowds have dwindled to the point of scarce. The addition of the Alamo Drafthouse Theater is a bright spot and a sign that this mall is not ready to succumb to other competitors just yet. read more

This mall really is depressing. The majority of the stores are no-name brand stored packed with cheaply made products. Sure you'll see a few familiar stores ( Bath and Body Works, Victoria's Secret) but seeing as you can find those stores at ANY mall, it's not worth it to come here. In walking around the mall I've noticed that the employees don't appear to want to be there. I honestly can't say I blame them. The stores have an off putting smell about them that I can't put my finger on. To make a long story short, if you're in the area, drive the extra 15 minutes and go to Memorial City mall.... read more

I always come here with my mom. Good stores! I've been coming here for years with my mom. Hopefully they open more stores. Not many stores but they have bath and body works and victoria secret which is pretty good!! read more

Holy shit. My boyfriend and I came over here to go to the movies. Got here real early and Thought we'd pop in the mall to waste time....it was 7 pm and no one is here. It feels like we've walked into a parallel universe where a zombie apocalypse has happened. Dark. Empty. Christmas music playing. No stores open. Everything chained shut. We turned around and drove 30 minutes to another movie theatre. Didn't even trust to leave the car in the parking lot. NO LIGHTS IN THE PARKING LOT. Do not go here. Why is it open read more

I arrived at 8:30pm and they closed the doors right in front of me Why are the hours posted hours until 9pm if they close at 8:30pm? Don't even bother with this place read more

Used to come to this mall when my mom brought me when I was a kid but we decided to see this mall for old times sake. I didn't even need to go inside to see that it was practically dead. All the important anchors and department stores that used to be here have been long gone for ages. I mean there's Palais Royal, Sears, and Dillard's Clearance Center, but aside from those and the Edwards Movie Theater, there wasn't much to see. Heck, even the fast food restaurants like Chick-Fil-A, Subway, and Mcdonalds has left! Kinda sad that this place is still alive, since not much has been done to try and bring the place back, like Memorial City Mall. read more