The history of Friedman’s Shoes is steeped in tradition, with a family-owned men’s and ladies shoe store that has been open for 95 years in the same spot since 1929. It is well known among athletes for its selection of plus-size shoes, with sizes ranging from 7-22 in men’s sizes and 7-14 in ladies sizes. The business has been featured on ESPN’s 30 for 30, bringing even more attention to their unique offerings.
While Friedman’s is best known for their large size shoes, they also carry all sizes for both men and women. In addition to their brick-and-mortar store, they also sell their products online on LargeFeet.com. The decision to do business in Downtown Atlanta was a family affair for the Teilhaber family, who have fond memories of coming Downtown to watch games for the Braves, Falcons, Hawks, and Flames/Thrashers.
Brett Teilhaber shares his excitement about the future of South Downtown as he sees it once again become the heartbeat of the city. He is especially excited about projects like Centennial Yards, where old railroad buildings are being revitalized. The ongoing development in the area gives him high hopes for the future of Downtown Atlanta and he looks forward to seeing it continue to grow and thrive.