Why More Chefs Are Choosing Blundstone

Long hours. Hot kitchens. A lot of time on your feet. For chefs, footwear matters.

In a recent Wirecutter article, “These Are the Best Shoes Chefs Wear for Long Days in the Kitchen,” writer Elissa Sanci spoke to chefs working in some of the busiest kitchens in North America. The usual suspects made the list, Birkenstocks, Danskos, Cole, Haans but another name stood out: Blundstone.

At Bruto, a Michelin-starred restaurant in Denver, several chefs wear Blundstone Chelsea Boots. They’re easy to pull on, easy to clean, and hold up well to long shifts. Chef Andrew Lakin wears his on snowy winter days and doesn’t bother changing after work. As he puts it, “They’re comfortable… I swapped out the insole for even better support.”

That’s the thing about Blundstone: you can wear them in the kitchen, on your commute, and out for the evening. No laces, no fuss. Just boots that feel good and last.

Whether you’re prepping for dinner service or making pasta at home, the right footwear helps you focus on what matters. That’s why more chefs are stepping into Blundstone Chelsea boots, Blundstone clog and Blundstone shoe.

Inspired by “These Are the Best Shoes Chefs Wear for Long Days in the Kitchen” by Elissa Sanci, Wirecutter (April 15, 2025)