I’m at a loss for words for the experience my mom and I had at the Lake George outlets store. The feeling we walked away with was unacceptable! This is a long one so buckle up . . .
My mom has an invisible disability, but she doesn’t let it stop her, and has developed tricks to help. Even so, she is unstable on her feet and cannot stand for a long amount of time. Because of this we always share a dressing room and have never been questioned (at any store) when we ask to share the handicap dressing room. But in this instance the AE associate was extremely hesitant to give us the room. My mother told her that we do this all the time, to which she replied “OK, but If someone comes in a wheelchair, you will be kicked out of the room.” What?! We felt frustrated and dismissed by the interaction. After try-on, I asked to speak to a store manager. Instead a key holder came, who happened to be the same associate that gave us our dressing room. I explained our situation & frustrations-outlining the general bad customer service and the skeptical ADA practices- and told her this was a a good learning lesson. Her response was “you have the right to feel the way you do”. She never apologized in any way or even acknowledged our frustration. She was completely tone-deaf. Feeling completely unheard & disregarded, I asked another associate for the District Manager’s (DM) contact information. This request caused quite a commotion, and suddenly the Store Manager (SM) shows up. She gave a bunch of excuses for the policy to ‘kick us out if someone in a wheelchair needs it’ and doesn’t let us get a word in to explain why we are so upset. Until this point my Mom had remained quiet, but was now trying to tell the SM something and was actually shut down and told to wait so the SM could give more excuses and tell us how seriously she takes ADA. When my Mom finally got to speak she outlined our issues because they were clearly misunderstanding why we were so frustrated: (1) the experience at the dressing room was inappropriate, and exclusive - not every disability includes a wheelchair! (2) the conversation with the key holder was unacceptable. The lack of concern, apology or caring was a customer service failure, but to also disregard questions to ADA practices as ‘your feelings’?! Completely unacceptable.
The SM was uncomfortable giving me her District Manager’s contact information, so she gave me the (very) general 1-800 number. I made my complaint and was told I couldn’t talk to the DM, but they would forward them my message. It was over 2 weeks since this experience, and I just received an auto-reply, generic email saying they would take my complaint under consideration. I never heard a word from the DM. Needless to say, I am fuming.
On top of this, we had also placed an additional complaint with the customer service line because they double-charged us for a pair of jeans and overcharged us for a sale item resulting in just under $80 owed us. In the initial call we were told they could refund us without having to return to the store, which we appreciated for obvious reasons. A week later we got an email that they confirmed the overcharges and could issue an eCredit. We emailed back that we wanted our money back since it was the stores error and that we have no plans to shop there going forward. It’s been a week and no response. I guess we’re going back to the store after all.
I am extremely disappointed and have discussed this store and the response we have received since we made this complaint, to the point where we will not support this brand!
SK
Sophia K
Jul 25, 2025
1.0
Honestly it shouldn’t even be at the “outlets” because nothing is on sale and you can get a better price online than in the store. And if you ask the employees, the teenage girls here if there’s any discounts they have an attitude and tell you there’s no sale even when there’s a sale online (right now there’s extra 30% off for credit card)
MR
Mariah Ruhle
Jul 11, 2025
5.0
Been shopping here for 15+ years. The quality of their clothes still holds strong. Their styles are inclusive for teens & adults and modern. They always have great sales and clearance available! The staff are always friendly and helpful as well!
RC
Ralph Conklin
Jul 7, 2023
3.0
Not a lot of variety and prices are too high despite the specials. Seems that they price items like if they are in a mall…..despite it is an outlet.
NS
Nancy Smith
Oct 31, 2022
5.0
I loved the atmosphere in this store. I was in shopping for myself and was helped by two short brunettes. They were very kind and extremely helpful.
What types of products does American Eagle offer at the Queensbury location?
American Eagle offers a variety of products including women's and men's clothing, jeans, t-shirts, pants, shorts, tops, polos, shirts, sweaters, hoodies, outerwear, shoes, boots, sandals, accessories, and fragrances.
What are the store hours for American Eagle in Queensbury?
American Eagle is open every day from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. On select holidays, hours may vary, such as closing early at 4:00 PM or being closed entirely.
Does American Eagle in Queensbury offer in-store pickup for online orders?
Yes, American Eagle offers in-store pickup service at this location.
Where is the American Eagle store located in Queensbury?
The store is located at 1415 State Route 9, Space 140, Queensbury, NY 12804, inside the Lake George Outlets.
What payment options are accepted at the American Eagle Queensbury store?
The store accepts Afterpay, American Express, Android Pay, Apple Pay, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, and Visa.
What is the main phone number to contact American Eagle Queensbury?
You can reach the store at +1 518-223-1002.
What are some nearby stores to American Eagle in the Lake George Outlets?
Nearby stores include Zumiez, LOFT Outlet, adidas Outlet, New Balance Factory Store, and J.Crew Factory, among others.
Are there any nearby places to grab a snack or coffee near American Eagle in Queensbury?
Yes, Dunkin' is nearby where you can enjoy coffee and donuts, and The Candy Space or Lindt for sweets and chocolates.
Where can I find other clothing stores near American Eagle in Queensbury?
Other nearby clothing stores include LOFT Outlet, Aerie, Old Navy Outlet, GAP Outlet, and Tommy Hilfiger.
Is American Eagle in Queensbury accessible via nearby gas stations for convenience?
Yes, there are several nearby gas stations such as Stewart's Shops, Exxon & Mobil Stations, and Mobil that provide convenience for travelers visiting American Eagle.