Karavel Shoes
Store specializes in selling women's and men's shoes, orthopedics, and shoe repair.
(866) 319-0898
5525 Burnet Rd # 1
(at Koenig (2222) & Burnet)
Austin,
TX
78756
30.3305
-97.7399
Neighborhoods: Brentwood - Highland, Brentwood
Reviews & Ratings for Karavel Shoes
11 reviews
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Perfect for People with Problem Feet
by brumble
February 21, 2006
This place was a godsend for me, after having 2 foot surgeries. They have many different styles, both in dress & athletic shoes that are actually COMFORTABLE. And contrary to the perception that orthopedic shoes have to look stodgy, they have alot of stylish women's shoes. Couple this with the fact that I have the hardest size in the world to fit (9.5 AA/AAA), this is about the only place in Austin that I shop at now for shoes. The staff is knowledgeable & friendly. The place fills up on weekends & later in the day, so shop early to avoid the crowds.
- Pros: Excellent Selection, Knowledgeable People
- Cons: Crowded on Wkends
Great store, but be prepared for the price
by Lese
May 10, 2009
Slowly but surely, Karavel has become the only place I will shop for shoes. There are cheaper shoe stores, but experience has proven to me that the brands they carry at Karavel last the longest and fit the best, meaning cheaper in the end.
Although Karavel advertises "comfort" shoes, these are not the shoes that your great grandmother wore. The styles are the latest, and the customer service is amazing.
- Pros: Wonderful selection of great fitting, high-quality brands
- Cons: Cost
Best Shoe Store in Central Texas
by cherylannf
April 11, 2009
FABULOUS staff -- these people really know feet, and really know shoes. Some very high-end stuff, and THE place to get that pair of dress shoes for your very-wide or very-narrow feet.
Honestly, I'd given up on ever wearing nice dress shoes or sandals before I happened upon Karavel. Had resigned myself to wearing kind of orthopedic-looking things because I have very wide feet. But now I can wear pretty shoes! And pretty sandals! Because I can find ones that fit me! At Karavel!
They have podiatrists on staff and a full selection of orthotics available -- to prevent that hammer toe from ever forming in the first place, for example.
- Pros: Great shoes for hard-to-fit feet
Comfort Heaven
by 5hopahol1c
February 09, 2009
I have never seen a massive variety of quality shoes like this. I will warn you, there is alot to choose from and everything is equally comfortable. The customer service is great, so take advantage of it. They helped me find exactly what I needed.
Best shoe selection in town and outstanding service
by Snoopi
February 25, 2008
Do you ever wonder what happened to good customer serivce? I often do and am always impressed with the service I get at Karavel. They measure your foot and look at how you stand/walk. Then they listen to what kind of shoe you are wanting. I always find the perfect shoe that looks great, I can wear all day and is the best support for my foot. Wearing an 11narrow shoe with flat feet, I am usually disappointed when I go shoe shopping, but Karavel always has something for me. I can get my New Balances, dress shoes, work boots, and look at the sales all while staying in the same place. And if you get help in the New Balance area, they will let the people in the dress shoes know what you are needing. I always get the feeling that the employees are more concerned about you being happy and comfortable then making a sale.
If you have orthodics, Karavel will help you find a shoe that it works in. Also, if you feel you need more support and aren't ready for the orthodics you get from the doctor, Karavel has a wide range of inserts for every kind of shoe.
If you are wanting shoes the cost and quality of what you find at wally-world, you will get sticker shock here. The shoes are not cheap, but they are excellent quality, very comfortable and you will have them for years and years and love them!!
- Pros: Wonderful selection in style and sizes. Best customer service - like what your Grandma used to get when buying shoes.
- Cons: Not all the stores are connected and cost is $$$ - but you get what you pay for - excellent shoes
if you love it so much, why dont you marry it!
by sharonfritz
October 08, 2007
This year, i got rid of my hurt-y heels, and replaced them with many pairs of beautiful, well-priced european comfortable heels from Karavel. No more uncomfortable shoes for me! There are several comfort shoe stores in Austin: Karavel is the best because they know how to really fit you and make sure the shoe will not give you problems after you buy them. I bought a beautiful pair of Danskos from another place and while i was walking around Europe, these shoes gave me blisters. I took this pair of shoes to Karavel, and the kind staff gave me some inserts. They made the shoes fit, blister free.
I would like to encourage young guys to shop here, too, because they have all widths and sizes up to 16, and sometimes its really hard to find comfortable, hip shoes for my guy friends.
Behind Karavel, in the same complex, they have a half price store called Shoe Styles. I usually stop in to see whats on sale before going up to the main store. This store is open Thurs, Fri, and Sat.. They have the previous season shoes on sale. Its a good bet all year.
- Pros: kind attentive service, sales, service after the sale, location
- Cons: they turned me into a foot fetishist
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by Contributor
August 01, 2007
Store specializes in selling women's and men's shoes, orthopedics, and shoe repair.
Great customer service
by sjeff
January 23, 2007
Karavel is Great! They will measure your feet and get you the shoes YOU want. No pressure to buy something you dont need. I work in a restaurant and love the Dansko shoes they carry. My feet never hurt after work anymore. The sales people are very helpful and make you feel very comfortable. They sell comfort shoes for all ages, not just grandma.
- Pros: Service, Quality Products
- Cons: Expensive shoes, worth the price
I love this place!
by sghansen
November 22, 2005
I visited Karavel Shoes for the first time recently on the recommendation of friends after enduring a couple of months of foot pain that I had unsuccessfully tried to treat using Dr. Scholls gel insoles. I was extremely impressed by the knowledgeable and friendly staff. Lonny Johnson examined the pressure points on the soles of my feet and suggested an off-the-shelf orthotic device that almost immediately eliminated my foot pain. Eric Arnold in the New Balance Shop was very attentive and helpful as I selected a new pair of walking shoes. The whole experience was very pleasant, the selection outstanding, and my feet feel GREAT!
- Pros: friendly service, great selection, knowledgeable staff
What a difference!
by sgideon
May 15, 2005
I limped in painfully and left in heavenly comfort! Jeff greeted us right away and knew all about my foot condition. He made recommendations and let me try on lots of shoes. He was incredibly patient, helpful, and cheerful, even while serving three customers at a time. He stayed past closing to let me make up my mind. I highly recommend Karavel to anyone who needs good shoes!
- Pros: knowledgeable staff, friendly service, great selection
- Cons: none
