El Candelabro Shoes

This place has got to be a front for some other business. It’s been there for years, I live close by, walk by frequently and it’s never ever open. I’ve not seen it open once in 3 years. How does it even have any stars, it’s not a real store.

The Service here is EXCELLENT,
I went there yesterday with my friend and her grandmother since they had to buy her pair of boots, and honestly my friend is the kind of person that is attached only to her flip flops as her main form of footwear. 1 ½ later she’s walking out with two pairs of boots that she thinks are even better than her Toms and Rainbow Flip Flops. That says ALOT about this place.
Sergio helped her by showing her shoes that fit exactly what she was looking for. His first suggestion was right on the dot and one of the purchases we ended up making, You don’t feel rushed to buy anything here. Sergio just offers his suggestion and answers any questions about the particular shoe you are looking at. Great priced Uggs, Tevas and and array of Eco Friendly shoes for you to look through.
Even just sitting there waiting i was enjoying myself. The place has a lot to offer visually as well. It is beautifully decorated by Sergio himself. Each detail handpicked from his imagination and passion. If you ask him, he could even tell you how he got this place to be the gem that it is. It’s a great story that shows how much a man can love his shop.
So the BOTTOM LINE IS:
Great service+good selection+1 nice small shop= One happy customer.
We walked out with 2 pairs of boots for my friend 1 pair of eco shoes for her grandmother and 1 pair of Uggs that he ordered for me :]
You can bet on it that we will be coming back to this place soon.

Great shoes. Lots of non-​leather choices. Reasonable prices. Excellent service!!!

Um can I say amazing little gem in the TL???
Sergio the owner goes above and beyond to carry the items that are hott!!!
He special ordered me a pair of Uggs that were limited edition that the Ugg Flagship Store themselves either refused or could not do… not to mention they were SLIGHTLY LESS than I would have paid at the corporate slum anywayz.
I live near by and watched this little shop emerge from a barren storefront. Now i can say its the best shoe boutique on this side of town.
Always pristine and welcoming a charming and might
I say beautifully engineered venue. It looks like a treehouse inside and the décor and service are stellar.
From one shoe junkie to another. This is a must visit…

i got shoes for my kid and me.
loved the service… and their selection.
very nice.

Let me start off by saying that I’m in no way a huge shoe kind of gal. I find the process of searching for footwear taxing. It’s a combination of things from the store not having my size, to lack of selection, to poor customer service, etc., the list goes on and on. I hate going to department stores and searching for someone, anyone to help me. There aren’t enough small businesses in the area where I live that sell shoes. Over the years I’ve become rather turned off by the entire process. Needless to say, I hardly have adequate footwear.
Anyway, I ventured into the store quite randomly, trying to discover the jewels of the city, as I’m a long way from home. First impressions go a long way. The shop has an amazing lay out from the big chandelier, which gives the store its name, to the gorgeous spiral staircase. You could take a nap on the soft, brown couches with sequined pillows. There’s a bathroom so you don’t have to rush. Everything is clean and placed just so. The selection ranges from kids (check out the newborn booties!, so adorable) to adults. Mostly Uggs, Simple and other eco/​labor friendly brands. Good philosophy.
Then there’s Sergio, the owner. He designed the entire store by himself. More than that, he built the entire store by himself! It’s amazing to see his ideas came to fruition. He fits the definition of kind and hard working to a «T.» Oh, and he’s not bad to look at either. He helped me lace up a pair of Simple boots, and I must admit that I felt like Cinderella. I can’t tell you how many times I watched him climb the spiral staircase to retrieve a box of shoes for me. Strangely erotic. I’ve never experienced that kind of genuine attentiveness while shopping. It wasn’t about making a sale, rather he wanted to make sure that I was completely satisfied. Ladies, how many guys can you say that about? We also had an amazing dialogue and I never laughed so much while shopping. The store has a comfortable and inviting atmosphere.
Two boots and one pair of shoes later, I walked out a very happy customer. In short, visit this place! Sergio and his store are a shining example of what a business should be. Geary Street now holds a special place in my heart. I’ll be sure to stop by during my next trip.

For my 900^th review it is for a special shop and the incredibly talented and genuine owner, Sergio.
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«Cinderella is proof… a new pair of shoes can change your life», the sign says.
Sergio is love, passionate, creative, humble, focused and everything in between. His store shines through a modest neighborhood. His idea of shoes is that they have to be in good quality that last, in comfort, in style and are good for your feet. But they don’t have to be super expensive.
The shop carries a solid and varied selection of shoes for women, men and kids (yes for all of us.) The prices are amazingly reasonable. I bought a pair of smart and very comfortable Simple shoes (super eco-​friendly) for 30 dollars. It also carries a LOT of UGG boots at great prices and they even have discounts. These breathable boots are great for SF chilly weather.
Don’t stop reading just yet, because this is not just a shoe boutique, but a work of creativity and art from someone who is dedicated and loves to try something different in life.
My attention was captured and my desire heightened with the jaw-​dropping detailed and from the 1900s spiral stairs, the chandeliers that shine through the shop, the complimentary teal, white, red, gold, black colors, brass, copper, bamboo that give the warm and vibrant yearning, inviting, and is uplifting and welcoming.
I felt like a knight come charging on his stallion and taking Cinderella out to the dance floor.
Breathtaking.
Even the front shiny black gate is painted with BMW paint. And if you must ask, the unique mirror in the bathroom was transformed from just an original oval picture frame.
Everything you see is the owner’s design and he built most everything himself, from concept to realization, from choosing the products to setting up the circuit board and plumbing, to knowing how the windows used to have defrosting capability from the gold trim, to the website!
Original is the word and standout is the action.
The lovely upstairs self-​designed loft for inventory has an adorable walk crossover, dimming lights overlooking downstairs and across the shop to the outside,
There are those who perform like clockwork, and then there are those few ones who excel with off-​the-​tangent and untouchable talent that the rest admire.

I got my UGGs. I got my UGGS!!! Nice small shop in the middle of the city… really nice customer service — thanks!

I love this place. They have really done a great job with the location.
They have a huge Chandelier in the middle of the store.
Very cool selection of shoes!
Excellent atmosphere, and the customer service is the best.
I highly reccomend this elegant shop!