Ken's Shoes

"Even though it’s very easy to order shoes online nowadays, but little kids can’t exactly verbally their thoughts or whether something is truly comfortable beyond the initial 2 minute try-on, it’s very important to have someone measure out my kids’ feet and make recommendations based on their feet shape and the right type/brand of shoes to wear for their age. For example, the owner was able to tell me that it’s not good for a child’s feet development if you let them wear such type/brand of shoes too early, and that sole flexibility is essential for feet development when they initially learn to walk, etc. We’ve been coming here for years and are always happy with their advice and service."

"Had a fantastic experience! Was in and out in 10 minutes with 2 pairs of shoes for my little one. The owner wasn’t fazed by my child’s fear of the foot-measuring device and was happy to do some guesswork based on her clothing size. I’m more than happy to pay $50 a pair when they fit splendidly and will last for a while. Will definitely be a repeat customer!"

"My mom took me here as a kid, now we take my kids. We love this family and store. They always measure the kids feet and give good advice. So glad you stayed in South Pasadena all these years."

"I love this place. Literally spent hours agonizing over shoes for my toddler with low muscle tone and special inserts prescribed by his Physical Therapist. Walked in on Sat afternoon and the nice lady helped us size, and find the perfect pair of shoes that are supportive and accommodate the inserts. The store has a ton of inventory and great shoes like Striderites, I also ordered 11 pairs to try on from their site and should have just come here from the first place. Prices are really fair too, the same type on the website was actually slightly more even including tax. Save your sanity and just bring your kiddos in here. Parking is free and plentiful in the lot."

"Small store, but with more shoes than a big one. Tons of shoes piled sky high and really interesting stock. Really, unique shoes finds, especially when it comes to converse and vans designs. Got leather converse, my brother got grey vans with palm tree designs, and my mother got jogging shoes. Lady there is nice and knows her stuff. Plua, there are clean socks she washes for you to try shoes on just in case."