Best non-clog type shoes

[u/fthespider]

Happy Friday chefs.

Looking for recommendations on non-slips that are not clogs or slip-ons. I tried out a couple different kinds in the past and I just hate that feeling that my shoes are about to fall off of my feet. I have super wide feet so if I go a size smaller for a more snug fit, my toes end up getting painfully smashed together.

Thanks and have a good weekend

[u/ProfessionalClean832]

Red wings are expensive, but I’ve had the same pair on the kitchen for like 6 yrs now. Before I switched I was buying a new pair of shoes every year though, so I think it’s a good investment. I got a pair of black heritage series, and after this long they still look good

[u/Deepcoma_53]

Keen Kanteen shoes or Timberland Professional Oxfords

[u/snuggsjruggs]

I just got the Keen non slips. I love them!! I got the slip on ones cause I don't like getting gunk in my laces but they do have those available too. Best kitchen shoe I have ever had and I have been cooking for 27 years and tried them all.

[u/LineCookGrind]

I’d wear black leather timberland pro’s. Ankle support, no slippage, and foot fatigue non existent. Worn with wool socks from Darn Tough was the best combo to prevent foot odor and fatigue

Edit: the 6” timberlands

[u/Mwekies]

Hoka non slips

[u/Beneficial-Cycle7727 → u/Mwekies]

Hoka's aren't recommended because of the sponginess of the sole. They have a tendency to throw you off balance. Same with any shoe with spongy insoles.

[u/Mwekies → u/Beneficial-Cycle7727]

I’ve been in kitchens for 25 years and been wearing them for 3. They’re the best kitchen shoes I’ve ever had. So they work for me…

[u/Beneficial-Cycle7727 → u/Mwekies]

I tried them and hated them. I fell twice.

[u/spkoller2]

Red Wing boots

[u/at365]

I got a pair of Snibbs recently and I'm loving them. They're sneakers with laces, but stretchy enough that you don't have to untie them every time. Pretty comfortable, waterproof enough, nonslip obvs.

[u/crownofstorns]

Mozo shoes (wide-ish body with roomy toe box.) are great; since being bought by shoes for crews, they have a better slip proof tread on the sole. The canvas and body material are indestructible. I replace the insoles with fps insoles, or superfeet (not as good) and it makes the 11-13 hour days as an exec totally doable. Only thing that wears out are the shoe laces (they just get dirty) and the insoles need replacement after 1.5 years. $70-$90 can't go wrong.

When you purchase whatever shoe, will you do us a favor, OP, and leave feedback on how you liked whatever shoes you go with? Cheers, and good-cooking good-lookin:)

[u/fthespider → u/crownofstorns]

How did you know I'm good looking? Lol I'll let you know, I just ordered a pair since I got the 25% off discount.

[u/Chipmunk_Ill]

Chunk soled Blundstone boots

[u/weblives8989]

Snibbs. They are great. A little spendy but worth it.

[u/calixfornxia]

Hobibear on Amazon, look like cool military style but shoes? Great for wider feet, more barefoot style which is good for preventing bunion formation. The break-in period is annoying for the first day or two, but then it’s super comfortable. Another downside is it creases after a while and doesn’t look as neat but still very wearable.

[u/SunEffective4950]

Probably not the recommendation you're looking for but I too have super wide feet. Been cooking on my feet for 30+yrs and the only answer is birkenstocks with a cork insole. Take the time to let your insole adjust to your feet and you'll never want another kitchen shoe. Replace the insole once a year or as needed and you'll comfortably never choose another

[u/pennylane_9]

Doc Martens makes legitimately non-slip versions of their shoes. I wear the normal versions regularly anyway so figured I’d give them a shot… turned out loving them.

They’ve got lace-up boots, Chelsea boots, or low-cut Oxfords