Originally Posted by Six jours

I've had good luck with Pearl Izumi X-Alps. They look more like sneakers than bike shoes - the soles are somewhat knobby but not really aggressive like typical MTB shoes - and allow you to look "normal" while off the bike. They also keep the cleats off the floor, so you won't be scratching up anybody's hardwood. They're not even slightly waterproof, though. You'd have to use some kind of booty with them for that.