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Sal's Shoe Repair

7312 Little River Tpke
Annandale, VA 22003 703-941-9864

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Great work, and great advice. I don't live anywhere near Annandale, but... - Nov 26, 2023

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Nick's Shoe Repair

891-B Rockville Pike
Rockville, MD 20852 301-424-0908

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Two others couldn't do what I needed. Nick's was great - Jun 27, 2024

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Expert Luggage & Shoe Repair

3808 Northampton St NW
Washington, DC 20015 202-362-6681

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Use Merrills as dog walking shoes. Rather than buy new ones, I have this place... - Feb 19, 2023

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Alexandria Shoe Repair

124 N Fayette St
Alexandria, VA 22314 703-549-8133

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Nice job done on new full leather soles - Jul 06, 2024

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Rockville Shoe Hospital

609 Hungerford Dr
Rockville, MD 20850 301-424-2403

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Used shop for repair to luggage - wheel replacement. Did the repair while... - Oct 18, 2022

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Simon's Shoe Repair

1309 Old Chain Bridge Rd
McLean, VA 22101 703-893-8782

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Simon is helpful in explaining options and not spending money unnecessarily. - Apr 22, 2024

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Corrective Shoe Repair

1502 21st St NW
Washington, DC 20036 202-232-9749

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They do nice work and I am happy with the advice I get from them. - Feb 07, 2021

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Bethesda Shoe & Luggage Repair

7900 Old Georgetown Rd
Bethesda, MD 20814 301-654-1860

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Prices are very high here and next time I need something done, will look for... - Sep 30, 2021

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Master Shoe Repair

11619 Nebel St
Rockville, MD 20852 301-231-7789

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The owner has worked wonders repairing leather purses and sports gear/bags. - Feb 24, 2024

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Bedo's Leatherworks

412 W Broad St
Falls Church, VA 22046 703-534-3233

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Very competent boot heel- sole repair; expensive but did the job well. - Apr 13, 2024

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Old Town Shoe & Luggage Repair

824 King St
Alexandria, VA 22314 703-299-0655

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Love my cobbler! A great shop and service-oriented staff. The quality... - Sep 18, 2021

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Golden Shoe Repair

4001 N 9th St #107
Arlington, VA 22203 703-243-4690

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Need half inch lift on shoes. Prices are excellent and service timely. - Jun 04, 2022

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George's Shoe Repair

8709 Lee Hwy
Fairfax, VA 22031 703-876-9660

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Great small business. Excellent work. Honest and provides clear expectations. - Apr 18, 2024

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Hakky Instant Shoe Repair

11798-L Lee Hwy
Fairfax, VA 22033 703-385-8656

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Small shop in Fair Oaks Mall. The repairs and service are first class. Have... - Feb 06, 2024

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Sumner Place Shoe Repair

4701 Sangamore Rd
Bethesda, MD 20816 301-320-8705

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No one does it better! - Mar 25, 2023

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A & B Valet

8125 Wisconsin Ave #A
Bethesda, MD 20814 301-656-8286

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rescued many favorite pairs of shoes for us - Apr 02, 2024

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The Craft Shoe Shop

416 Main St
Gaithersburg, MD 20878 301-208-8452

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I've always had great service and results here at reasonable prices. - Feb 10, 2024

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Kensington Shoe Repair

3772 Howard Ave
Kensington, MD 20895 301-946-7042

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The shop is owned by an elderly couple who are not particularly pleasant or... - Feb 21, 2023

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Westwood Cleaners

5110 Ridgefield Rd
Bethesda, MD 20816 301-657-1813

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AVOID! Do not go here for shoe resole/repair if you care about what... - Oct 18, 2023

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Cobbler's Bench

7101 Democracy Blvd
Bethesda, MD 20817 301-469-7501

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They have literally remade a shoe. Outstanding - May 01, 2022

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How we gather (and how to interpret) our data

Our ratings tables will help you find a sole mate. We evaluate area shops for quality and price.

Shoe repair shops can perform several tasks to fix up your footwear.

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