April has consistently tailored dresses for me for years, years ago she did my bridesmaid dresses, and when I became a Mom she tailored my daughter's first communion and prom dresses. After all these years she has been so consistent and works really hard to meet the deadline even if you are asking last minute. She's awesome. read more

Some of the shoddiest tailoring I've ever experienced, for basic stuff. Went to another tailor who said it was surprisingly bad and inadequate. When I asked for a refund, they refused to and said they would only fix it. So why wouldn't you do the best job possible the first time? You're the ones wasting your time fixing your pitiful work. Grossly overcharge too. read more

Fast, friendly, family owned business. The owners are welcoming and honest. Great pricing and awesome quality. The seamstress shared that she was previously in alterations at a well known bridal store and the quality of her work shows. Highly recommended. So glad I finally found my tailor! read more

Best tailor shop and dry cleaners in town! Rush services available. Very fast and great service! Street parking is available right out front or there's a big parking lot in the back, and you can enter through the back entrance. read more

Demetre's Cleaners & Tailoring - Sewing & Alterations Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Love this place. April and Sonny do a great job. Friendly and fast. Good price. Great neighborhood location.

Some days I feel like if I didn't have my head attached, I'd be running around without it. My multi tasking has started to become such a lifestyle and a necessity because I've been so busy lately. I needed to look for a tailor around an area that I knew I would be frequenting for a weekend of Family Festivities. My cousin gave me her zip code, and I was able to search and find Demetre's based on some stellar reviews left by both frequent Yelp users and "voyeurs" who barely review. Now that's always a great sign if every single one of the reviewers had given 5 stars. So I made the trek to the store, even called a few times just to make sure she would be able to take me since I was coming from downtown rush hour traffic. I needed to have these pants in before the weekend and this was my last opportunity. And to my surprise when I walked in, there was April (not me), own of the owners of Saigon Grill. Remember that place? Well, if not, I wrote a glowing review on their great customer service and wonderful warmth they bring to their customers at their Vienamese mom and pop restaurant. http://www.yelp.com/biz/saigon-grill-chicago#hrid:nzNzVBBbT7V9bKEbsNPXkA/src:self She explained that they actually owned the dry cleaners first for the last 9 years, and that on Chinese New Years and special holidays, they would give their customers samples of their food. Their food was raved so well by their regulars, that customers were urging Sonny and April to open up a new restaurant. Hence, is what they did. I gave her my much needed tailored items, and she was able to return them back to me the next day. Whoo hooo, saved me the trip. Now, if only I can talk them into opening up their dry cleaners next to their restaurant, I can kill two birds with one stone! read more

Love, love, love! April is a complete sweetheart, knows what she's doing, is willing to work with your time-crunches and emergencies (albeit with a reasonable pained look on her face), and is an alteration magician. I've been here a couple of times but the very first time I stopped by it was to get some last minute alterations on a suit I was to wear to a wedding. I needed something really last minute and Yelp led me to Demetre's and it's been a good customer-tailor relationship ever since. April offered her suggestions when I asked for them and also listened well to what I had wanted done on my suit. I then dropped the bomb the bomb on her that the wedding is out of town and I'd need it back the next morning. Boy, did she look displeased haha. She agreed though and I swung by the next morning, there she was with my suit all finished and prepped, I tried tipping her extra (which she refused to take!), and I got on a plane hours later. I've come back a couple of times since with minor alterations and some dry cleaning. She's yet to disappoint. Sweet lady and quality work. Just have reasonable expectations, a nice attitude, and know when something is just too far gone and unfixable (looking at you, bad reviewer). I highly recommend this place. read more

Best cleaner and tailor in the area. Very quick turnaround time, reasonable prices, and great quality work. Plus, plenty of free parking in back. Give it a try! read more

Demetre's is outstanding. I actually drive about 15 minutes out of the way to use this dry cleaner instead of the 57 other cleaners that are closer to my house. Demetre's prices are extremely reasonable, and the owner, April, is a very nice person who does high quality work. I highly recommend this place. read more

We started going here recently for the tailoring. My wife had a pair of pants relined by a DIFFERENT cleaner/tailor. The job they did was medicore. One leg was longer than the other and the lining seams began to come apart after a few weeks. Demetre's fixed all the problems. We've also had them do some other work and dry cleaning for us. The service is great, the family that owns and runs the place is super nice. Their prices are also very reasonable with high quality service. I highly recommend going to Demetre's for all your dry cleaning and tailoring needs. read more

Terrible alterations experience. The first time I went, the seamstress wasn't there. I guess she goes home when she wants so call first. The man there pinned the hem of the dress for me. He said he would have her save fabric on the hem in case it was too short. She turned it around fast, but there was not extra fabric. It was too short. When I brought it up she started yelling at me. Then, I pointed out that the back was shorter than the front. She tried to say this is part of the design of the dress which absolutely isn't true. read more

Arms, like breasts, testicles and legs, are not always 100% even, perfect or symmetrical. Ninety-percent of my long-sleeved dress shirts need to be shortened for the right arm. Before finding April, circa 2012, it was a crap shoot who could successfully tackle this task. It is not as easy as one thinks. Especially, moving the sleeve placket to match the untouched, left sleeve. April is by far the best. I estimate one in 10 there was a slight imperfection, but again, this is not a perfect job in a perfect world. All in all she does great work. Regarding other posted comments, I am in her store once a month. I see and hear how potential customers approach her. These people expect her to be a miracle worker. Don't purchase an item that your know little about how it was constructed. Not every garment brought in can be altered like your mind may think it can. If she can complete a particular job you will get 100% from her. read more

I went into Demetre's to have a bridesmaid dress altered. The owner/tailor was more than helpful in helping me decide how much to take in and how much to really alter. The price was truly shocking as it was about half of what I was expecting it to be for the quality of work that was done. I already have plans to take in more clothing that has been sitting around waiting for alterations. Wonderful Experience! read more

April is an Artist! I have had such a horrible time trying to find a great tailor - I'm glad to say I finally have. After losing 30 pounds, I was about to throw my suits out and buy new ones. My wife suggested that I try to get them altered. I brought 4 suits to April, not having very high expectations - I was amazed with her work! Her alterations made my old suits look like bespoke tailored suits. Perfect fits! Her prices were reasonable. To get all 4 altered, it cost about $360. However, the way I figure it, for me to have bought 4 new custom suits, it would have cost me well over $2,000. Her craftsmanship was WELL WORTH the cost. Highly recommended! Christos Sarris Chicago read more

THE LADY WORKING THERE IS AWEFUL. I have never left a bad review, but she was very mean to me. If a dress is dirty, why do you think I'm brining it there? If the zipper is broken, why can't you fix it? If I need a rush, and you can't do it, then tell me! But you shouldn't make a girl on a deadline feel like crap. Where is your bedside manner?? read more

Not a single complaint. I've had many alterations done, and each comes out better than expected. She works with what I want and has creative, strong solutions for even the most complex request. I also have my husbands shirts done here. Although it's a few cents more per shirt than the big chain cleaners, they come out better every time. read more

I have to add my praises for the high quality of alterations and affordability of this place. Found a concert black skirt for my daughter. At the last minute (received it the night before her concert.). It fit her perfectly in the waist but was far too long. So I came to Yelp and found Demetre's. I called the morning of the concert. Explained what I needed done and asked if it was possible to have it done in 8 hours. I was assured that yes, it could be done. So we brought the skirt in at 8:15 a.m. The skirt was measured, pinned, and April asked specifically if I wanted a hem left so that as my daughter grows, the skirt can be let out. Excellent! April asked what time would be convenient for me to return to pick it up that day. I told her that I would be back when convenient for her, since she was the one doing the work and I had no idea how long it would take. She assured me it would be done by 4 that day. It was, and beautifully, too! The drape was just as perfect as if the skirt had never been altered at all. Absolutely beautiful. All for $15. I thought that perhaps I would have to (and I was willing to!) pay extra because of the short turnaround time, but that's a fairly standard rate. Every neighborhood should have a tailor/dry cleaner with quality this good! Thank you, Demetre's. You will have all of my business from now on. read more

I rarely have dry cleaning, but recently our dog Annika had a pee problem on our couch, specifically on the pillows. I had to throw out some of them, but a few were salvageable with the help of dry cleaning. We brought the pillows to April at Demetre's and were very satisfied with the prompt service and great results we got. The next time we have anything that needs dry cleaning, well you can bet your bippy we will bring it here. read more

Ironic that the only review I had on here needs updating. Gave this place a lot of my business over the years, and then when I finally needed some customer service in regards to a comforter I dropped off, completely dropped the ball. Not returning. read more

A horrid experience weith getting 2 suits tailored. April hacked up both of mjy suits and I had to get them realterrd at another tailor

best tailor and cleaners EVER. okay, this is a completely biased review here (owned by my aunt and uncle) but hey, it's true! The tailoring is outstanding (she happens to be uber talented) and so fast; April has the best hands in the biz and I'll trust no one else to do my stuff! Recommended for all your alterations and tailoring needs. Standard dry cleaning and laundry, it's not cheap, but outstanding customer service, even if you're not family :) clearly not in chicago, but if you're in the neighborhood.... read more

I had a hideous bridesmaid dress that needed to get altered and April transformed it so I can actually wear it with confidence!!! The price was cheaper than any other tailor (believe me, I shopped around) and love the consistent good service here. Highly recommend this place for all your cleaning and tailoring needs. Thanks again April!!!! Looking forward to wearing the dress this Saturday! read more

Probably the best experience I have ever had with dry cleaners. A great shop by the Edgebrook METRA stop. Their price is reasonable and the quality of work is excellent. They have done a great job tailoring my clothes, and the dry cleaning and laundry always comes out right (never a burnt button). They really make me feel like a valued customer (they remember me and my family), and I personally like them. read more

They are always so accommodating, do a great job and are so nice and friendly.

The lady that waited on me was rather rude . I was in a little bit of a crunch to get my bridesmaids dress hemmed as I have just moved to area. The lady basically laughed when I asked if she could do it 2 weeks without even looking at dress. She rudely said take it somewhere else I don't have time to do it. I told her I was interested in bringing my wedding dress and bridesmaids there to for my wedding in the future but not anymore. I understand everyone a busy and they need time , but some places I have gone to in the past will work me in somehow with or without a rush fee and still be super friendly about it either way . Was super surprised at the attitude I got. read more

I found this Cleaners on Yelp two weeks ago, and I gave them a try. They cleaned and altered my wedding gown for a friend to borrow. Service was EXCELLENT! The work was very good, and they finished 2 days early. I highly recommend Demetre's Cleaners. read more

A great cleaner!!! I've also taken many "non-standard" alteration projects here and they handle them with ease!! Very friendly, accomodating, and reasonably priced! read more

What a wonderful experience. I found her through YELP and was NOT disappointed! Took my daughters prom dress there for alterations 4 days before prom. I picked up the dress the day before her prom (with out my daughter she had to work) to my surprise it was altered a little to much when my daughter tried it on. She told me any problems bring back Sat. so I brought it back at 8am she fixed it perfectly and did a wonderful job.!!! So fast and she really knows what she is doing!! Will definitly go back!! read more

Unfortunately, procrastination didn't end in college for me. Less than 48 hours before my boyfriend's best friend's wedding, I finally decided to do something I've been planning on doing for over a month: get my dressed altered. To me, it seemed like a fairly simple task - turn one side of a sleeveless dress to off-shoulder. But when I took it over to a local tailor less than a mile from my place, the guy looked at me as if I was asking for the moon. But I didn't give up, of course! So... I Yelped! And there it is, a whopping 5 stars for Demetre's on Devon which is about a 15-minute drive from my office in the O'Hare area. The wedding was on Sunday, I called the shop Friday morning and spoke with April whom I've read awesome reviews about. I asked if I could drop off my dress later in the afternoon after work and have it ready before closing Saturday. After I explained what I wanted done to the dress, she said it shouldn't be too hard. I was ecstatic! I drove over to Demetre's as soon as I got off work and met April. What a sweetheart! I tried on the dress and after a few seconds, she started putting pins and needles to mark the spot I wanted removed. As she was doing this, I was thinking "She's gonna do it!" and then she said... "OK". I almost gave her a hug from excitement! But I was kind of worried about one more thing: $$$. The dress already cost me over $100 and I really didn't wanna spend another $100 but was willing to dish out up to $50 for the look I wanted. Lo and behold, she quoted me $20-$25 but actually charged me $20. SO AWESOME! Finally, when I went back to pick up my newly altered dress Saturday afternoon... let's just put it this way... I called her a "miracle worker". =) Bottom line is: April is THE BOMB!!! She is extremely professional, helpful, and polite. I was very, very happy with her work I promised her an excellent Yelp review. This is my very first Yelp review ever and I couldn't be happier to do it for her. She is definitely a hidden gem at the heart of Edgebrook and you're crazy if you don't see her for any and all your alteration needs! read more

Being new to Chicago I did not know where to go to get a bridesmaid dress altered; so I came to Yelp. After seeing such great reviews I went to April for my alterations. She was very nice when I went there for a fitting and pinned the dress where need be. She quoted me a reasonable charge and went to work. The dress was all lace with a scalloped edge at the bottom; which she said she would have to remove and give it a straight edge because there was no other way to do it. Not knowing anything about alterations I thought I had no choice so I said okay. When I came in to pick up the dress after the first round, the bosom was completely crooked and positioned too high up on my breast. When I pointed it out she tried to tell me that I was wrong. I politely corrected her and pointed out that it was higher on my left side than right and it was hitting me on my breast and not under. Furthermore, the dress needed to be taken in at the arm pits because it was too large and bunched up at the breasts and she explained to me that if she took it in that it would cut me off at the pits; so again I said okay because I know nothing about alterations. She then said that she would fix the bosom for me to return a few days later. And please note that she did not put pins in the dress the second time around; she said that she would remember... When I returned and tried it on it was now too low and still bunched at the boobs, but it was straight so I didn't fuss. I did not have the time to deal with it so I settled for the dress; feeling terrible in it. I failed to mention that I was the Maid of Honor in this wedding. When the bride saw me in the dress she gave me a very disappointed look; she immediately noticed the botch alteration job and was even a little upset with me. All of the other bridesmaids also had to have their dresses substantially altered; yet their dresses fit them like a glove. They explained that their alterations people were able to take in the breast section; not to mention that the company that made the dress built it so that the scalloped bottom could easily be removed in order to hem and then re-sewn easily. I was THE ONLY one that had a straight edge. Needless to say that I will not be going back here for another alteration. read more

Awesome Awesome Awesome. Cleaners don't get any better than this. If you like personal service with customer service, Demetre's is the place to go. They do all out to accommodate customers including hanging clothes on hangers in the direction you'd like! read more

I only occasionally have the need for a tailor but when I do I go here. Typically what I need tailored is expensive clothing that I'm too afraid to trust just anyone with. I have taken many items here to be tailored and I'm always more than 100% happy. Even the price is very competitive. April is great and always gets all my items done correctly the first time and typically very quickly. read more

The lady is super nice and skilled. Some alterations are better than others....but that happens. She has you try on the clothes prior to making the needed adjustments. That is how you do it! You don't look at the person and then look at the clothes and guess. She does a good job. read more

I had my wedding dress cleaned here about 1 year after my wedding. They did an amazing job cleaning and boxing it, for a very reasonable price. I wilk definitely be going back and recommend them. Very happy. read more

I brought my wedding dress in to be bustled and my veil material cut. April was on it and did an amazing job. My train was really heavy and the material was difficult. She came up with a great solution to hide the buttons so that it wouldn't show in the church and for pics! It was very affordable as well. I will be going back for any other future alterations. read more

The items I have had cleaned here have been returned clean on the day I was told they would be ready (Except once when they called me on the phone because my comforter was ready sooner than scheduled). I could not be more pleased by the personable and effective service I have received from Demetre's Cleaners & Tailoring. I haven't tried the alterations service provided by this establishment, but I would not hesitate should I require it. Free parking behind building too. read more

Excellent tailoring and cleaning. Expert service and always friendly. Fair prices for the great service they provide. They've provided tailoring for me on two occasions on very short notice. Highly recommend. read more

April is very talented and does a wonderful job on general alterations, however she doesn't like doing anything our of the norm. She'll make a face and tell you to take the garment back to where you bought it rather than get alterations. Very disappointed. She's good at dry cleaning & the basic alterations. Convenient parking lot is located behind store. read more

This place does wonders. I brought in my favorite dress shirt that had developed a big hole in the elbow. My fiance wanted me to throw it away but I insisted on getting it repaired. They not only fixed it but after cleaning and pressing it, it now looks like new! We were both very imPRESSED. Great work and great prices also! read more

Dropped off my dirty wedding dress and they were professional from beginning to end! My dress was cleaned in the given amount of time and spotless!! Very satisfied with the results and the cost was around $90. Highly recommend this place!! read more