Wow...what great service at an excellent price! My husband needed his leather belt trimmed back and some new holes added. We walked in, and the gentleman helped him right away. Done in less than 10 minutes. We'll be back! read more

Express did a nice job on my leather motorcycle jacket alteration at a very good price.

The best shoe repair place in Ahwatukee. I took in a worn pair of high heels and Express repaired the whole sole and they look like new! Great prices and customer service. I highly recommend. read more

Aight pimps and players here's the lowdown. If you have some kicks that need some lovin' I suggest you take a dip in your Cadillac over to Express Shoe Repair. I'm not one of these cats that has 50 pairs of shoes; I'd rather have 5 or 6 (1-2 formal, 1-2 casual, etc.) that are right on point in regards to my style and the occasion. While I must admit that I am always cool like the breeze ever so often one of my women may get a little overzealous upon the sight of me and scuff my gators in the midst of their excitement. I can't have this...scuffed gators make you look like the biggest square since Madison. In the event this occurs, I dip on over to Express Shoe Repair. Mario "The Man with The Plan" has worked his magic on a couple of pairs of my kicks. Never once, have I not cheesed like Chuck E. upon picking up my kicks. Once, I even noticed a small imperfection (Hey, a player of my stature has to pay attention to detail, you know?) and my man, Mario took the kicks back, reworked the entire job and I picked them up the next day free of charge for the additional work. You heard me right; there were no dead presidents diggin' the scene. Main idea: This is the place to be if you get down in the Ahwatukee, Tempe, Chandler, or Mesa neck of the woods and you need a doctor for your kicks, luggage or leather goods...ask me again I'll still tell ya you should. Can you dig it? read more

I have a hard time expressing how legit this business is. I have come here for odd jobs, that others didn't have equipment to do, and this guy does it in a timely manner for a reasonable price. In fact last time I dropped a few packs here that needed to be sewn, and he said it would be one business day.. but called me a few hours later and said I could pick up at any time. That's awesome and the definition of good service. I have seen the work he has done on shoes, and on luggage. I suspect the result is part hard work and part black magic. I will bring all my business (that fit into this narrow niche) here. I wish I had more to say, but I do not. This place is the kind of privately owned business I want to support in my society. read more

Excellent service, excellent work! I have had shoes shined there while I have lunch next door (I have to remember to bring a spare pair to wear at times!), and always feels like I end up with new shoes they look so good. But, the best was, a heel piece on a pair of carbon sole cycling shoes had worn off making it very hard to walk in the shoes (I know - I'm supposed to be cycling in them - but sometimes you have to get off the bike to get a drink!); the heel was not meant to be replaceable by the manufacturer, but they were able to create me new rubber heels for the shoes so they function perfectly. I think the total charge was $12. I would definitely recommend! read more

Im really torn on this one....they do a fantastic job....and one of the few places in the valley that will polish white golf shoes....here is my issue....took multiple shoes including golf shoes there about once a month for 6-7 months....i was in a huge hurry when i picked them up and wasn't paying attention....they normally charged $8 a pair for regular shoes and around $10 for golf shoes,...they charged me $50 for 2 pair of golf shoes....i was shocked....i should have called and complained but I'm more the type to just go elsewhere....which admittedly is dumb on my part because they did do a great job polishing my shoes. read more

We have used this shoe repair shop for years and their work is fantastic. Everything looks new when we pick it up. Usually, chewed up shoes from Dogs or purses that need re conditioned. read more

HOCKEY SKATES. My skates were about to lose the Achilles leather safety protector which can be a big deal in a hockey collision. I tried another shoe repair place and they said special equipment was required because of the kevlar. Made sense but I went to Express just to get a second opinion. I'm thrilled that I did. Express fixed my skates by adding a leather patch and stitching through the kevlar. KEVLAR repair! EXCELLENT!!! Price was very fair as well. I will go back with my shoe and leather needs. read more

Wow! I have been in need of getting my boots repaired because on one of the heels I had lost the little plastic piece. I called Express Shoe Repair at about 6:10pm and talked to Johnny. He let me know that they close at 6:30, but asked if I was close enough to get there before they close and he would get me taken care of tonight. I arrived at about 6:25. And he took the boots straight to the back. I asked to have them both done so that the heels match. Within minutes, he brought them back out as good as new. He even shined and polished them. Total was only $8 and beyond worth it! read more

I've been coming here for years. They made a puppy chewed pair of pumps look new and didn't ask me for the sun, the moon and the stars. They've also polished my cowboy boots to a high shine and completely restitched a pair of beloved Andre Assous espadrilles. Of course, they've replaced heels and soles and always charged me an extremely reasonable price. Keep in mind they only take cash - not a problem being that they do a top notch job. read more

My old Timberland boat shoes were wearing out. One of them needed to have the sole re-stitched. I took it to two other repair shops. Both told me that it would be cheaper to just buy new shoes. The gentleman at Express re-stitched my shoe for just $12 -- and he did it in one day. Couldn't be happier. Will be making Express my go-to shoe repair place from now on! read more

I took my husband's shoes in and am very happy with the quality and price of the repairs! The owner is very knowledgable and does excellent work! Great place to take your shoes for any repairs. read more

I took a suitcase for repair that have several seams that were coming apart. I pointed out the 4 different places. The gentleman at the front quoted me a price and said it would be a couple of days. The price seemed reasonable, and told me to come pick it up in a couple of days. A few days later I returned. I was in a hurry, so I paid the agreed upon price and grabbed my luggage and left. However, when I later checked my bag, I noticed that only 2 of the 4 places I wanted repaired were fixed. Seems as if they didn't notice or overlooked 2 of the seams that needed repair. I few days later I returned to the shop, spoke with the same gentleman at the front, and pointed out the areas that were not repaired. He was apologetic, and said that they would take care of it, and I should return in a day. When I returned a few days later to pick it up, I checked the bag. The repairs were completed as expected. However, same gentleman at the front told me I owed another repair charge, roughly the same as the first charge that I already paid! I told him that I expected the first charge covered the entire repair, and that I shouldn't have to pay again. He stated that the owner sets the price, and that I would have to pay if I wanted my suitcase. I told him how disappointed I was with this service. I pointed out the work I wanted done the first time, and it was not completed as expected. I can accept that the work wasn't complete the first time--mistakes happen, no big deal. But when I dropped it off the 2nd time, and he said they would "take care of it", I assumed they meant they would take care of it at no cost, since I already paid for the repair the first time! I didn't have enough cash on me, so I had to head to an ATM and returned to pay the 2nd charge for work that should have been done the first time. I really wanted to like this place. I like to support small businesses. After reading many of the reviews here, I was hopeful I found a shoe repair place that I could trust. The work that was competed seems to be of reasonable quality. But paying twice as much as I was expecting for repair, and feeling that I was misled will keep me from returning. read more

I love this place so much that when I was still working (pre layoff) I told everyone about it (and I worked with about 40 girls) so I gladly brought Express Shoe Repair a lot of business. I've been coming here since 2001 and being a big fan of Last Chance, I often have a pair of shoes or a handbag that needs a little TLC. They always do a beautiful job, their prices are more than reasonable and your items come out looking beautiful and shiny new and it often takes as little as one day. This may sound a little strange, but one of the things I like best about this place is if they can't do the job right, they'll tell you they can't do it instead of doing it, jacking it up and charging you for it and leaving you with a mess. I would definitely drive here from anywhere in the east valley. read more

I have been bringing my shoes for years. This man knows what he's doing! I can't rave enough about this place, I tell all of my friends to go here, just like I'm telling you! You wont be sorry! read more

Returning from an international flight, my new luggage had a missing zipper pull and damaged teeth. I needed the repair done, to leave the next day. I checked Yelp and found they are in my area and had great reviews. My luggage was repaired in less than 24hrs-hence express, living up to their name. The woman I spoke with knew nothing about Yelp reviews. When I picked up item, I gave her a copy of the reviews and promised to add mine. She mentioned people come from all over to have work done there. It's a little hard to find in Ahwatukee,but well worth the effort. My repair was $25. read more

There's nothing like knowing a good shoe repair place. Good shoes are hard to find, and knowing you have a place that can keep making them last or look like new without charging an arm and a leg, is priceless. I've been happy with every touch up, restoration, shine, heel replacement, pretty much anything Express Shoe Repair has done for me. They even educated me on never resting my shoes by the heel on a bar stool ledge because that's what breaks off the heel from the rest of the shoe. I'd never even thought of that!? I've been going to them for 8 years and recommend them highly!! read more

Five minutes and six bucks...that's how much/long it took them to make my wedding shoe fit me! My one foot is smaller than the other and slid out of my shoe when I walked. It was just a matter of shortening the strap that held my heel in but I was worried it would come out looking all messy if I had it fixed. Well, it came back looking as if it had come straight from the store! They did an excellent job!! Make sure you bring cash along with you though..they do not accept credit cards. read more

Took in my Coach purse & Charles David sandals for repair. They did a great job. Their prices are very very reasonable. Glad to be able to use my stuff again! read more

Today was my first time using this Shoe Repair shop and I am sold!!! I will use it for all my shoe, purse, etc. needs and I highly recommend them to everyone! Professional service and great customer service!!! Johnny is very personable and has great stories to share, the customers love the place and work they get done and Chuy is incredible, there isn't anything he can't do!!! Cash or Check only!!! Service with a smile and maybe even a hug! :-) read more

I've used these guys twice and just about to take more stuff in for service. Prices are good. The services is fast and covers everything from shoes to luggage. Convenient hours. They are also open till 7PM, not 6PM as stated here on Yelp. Pay with cash: may get a better deal. read more

Fixed a zipper on my backpack! What a deal! These guys are great!

Went in for the first time to have a simple shoe shining and was treated very well by Johnny, the owner's son. On top of that they did an excellent job at a fair price. Would definitely recommend for any shoe needs. read more

Just moved to the area, needed a new shoe repair place and I found one! Johnny rushed my job so I could have my shoes back in time for my vacation. Personally, I like to support locally-owned businesses and I would highly recommend Express Shoe Repair. I'll be back. read more

Wow. What can I say? Everyone else gave them 5 stars, but I thought they were terrible. The man who helped me had such poor English, I couldn't understand him. What I could understand was that he wouldn't repair my purse-said it was unfixable. I have a white leather purse that got some blue ink on the outside; a simple fix accomplished by re-dying it white. He wouldn't do it. So I went to the Shoe Shop at 39th St. And Camelback. He fixed it in 3 days. For $35, he not only fixed the ink issue, but he shampooed the inside and Scotch guarded the inside AND outside. I'd say The Shoe Shop is the better way to go. read more

It is always nice find great places like this close to my home, fast services, great attention and affordable prices! Thanks

I took two pairs of shoes in to Express ShoeRepair and was extremely impressed with both the workmanship and the price. They were able to repair a pair of puppy chewed boots as well my husbands well used cycling shoes. I totally recommend to anyone looking for a great local cobbler! read more

I trusted in yelp yet again and was happily satisfied.I had a rivet come off one of my favorite Fiore purses. I'm not real anxious to hand over this purse to anyone however the shop I had used in the past has changed owners. i took it in they were nice said they would see if they could match it perfectly or they would call. I was appreciative of this because it would not be ok to kinda match it either needed to be perfect or not at all. I got a call 2 days later it is done come get it. It took me about a week to get back in as I live really far away this shop is not convenient for me but well worth the trip. They actually called again to make sure i knew it was done. Cost $10.00 nice. matches perfect I really cant even tell which one was fixed. All in all perfect experience. *** important note the address listed is not current they are further west at Equestrian on the loop between Elliot and Warner just continue west on Elliot and you will find them in a strip mall listed as SHOE REPAIR read more

I spoke with Johnny in person looking for some help on a unique custom job, involving a pair of soon to be Superman boots (which no other boot store or seamstress has been interested in). While I was there a man walked in who needed help finding the dentist nearby and he did not appear well off. Johnny asked me for a moment and gave this man direction and a bottle of water. He directed the man to a comfortable place in the shade where he could wait for the dentist to open. I mention this because the compassion and human decency I observed in this business owner within the first few minutes while I was there compelled me to write this review. There is more. Regarding my goofy desire to have Superman boots: Johnny could not have been more patient and enthusiastic to help, even if it was not a job they could entirely perform. He provided me with recommendations and told me to come back once I arranged for a seamstress to complete the tailoring on the upper material, so his business could figure out a way to adhere the material to a boot. I have called and visited several seamstresses, alteration businesses, and boot makers; none of whom exhibited a fraction of the courtesy and desire to do good that I believe you will find with Johnny and his family business at Express Shoe Repair. The state of the world and the collective consciousness of people, "doing business," would be better off with more entrepreneurs of this caliber and quality. read more

Wow. I had to double check the address to see if we were talking about the same place. I went out of my way to bring my black boots to Express Shoe Repair based on the awesome ratings below. I would highly recommend against ever, ever going there. They replaced the heels of my _black_ biker boots with _spray painted_ Timberland heels (which are naturally tan and really do not take spray paint very well). Who does that? When I complained about the hideous job that was done, the man who runs the shop stated that it was good rubber. I eventually convinced him to redo the work properly, but it was a hassle and I did not have my favorite shoes for several days. read more

What service and price! These guys are great! They not only do shoes they also do luggage repair, leather repair as well as patches on leather jackets, belts just about anything. They try there best to accommodate 'Rush' jobs. They recently moved and are now located about 1 mile west off of the Warner Elliot Loop and Equestrian Trail. read more

Stopped in to get some heels on my shoes and some stitch repair. Picked them up an hour later looking awesome with a great polish to boot. Great price, super nice, gladly use them again! downside is they don't take credit cards. read more

Found this place via Yelp, and I love it. Been there twice already and I won't hesitate to go back the next time I have a need. Their service is true to their name - I brought in a shoe with a broken strap, and I picked it up the same day. I also brought in a laptop bag with a broken strap and got it back the next day all fixed and sturdy again. read more

I have found the consummate shoe repair! Just checked these guys out today after reading the reviews here. In desparate need of new heels on a pair of dress shoes. I'm used to dropping close to 20 on new heels...and that never includes a shine or dye touch-up where they wear from driving. In just a little over an hour, they looked brand new....and then the amazing part. 8 bucks! Thought I heard him wrong! What can you get for 8 bucks anymore? Going through the closet and taking up an arm full......... read more

I have used Express Shoe Repair several times and have always been happy with their work. One time I bought some sandals with a white footbed. They were able to cover the white footbed with a tan colored one that would not show dirt as much. You can not tell it isn't the original footbed. Most recently I took some new shoes in and had them extend the velcro fastener so that the shoe would fit my foot better. These were brand new shoes (white) and when I picked them up, they still looked brand new, but with the velcro extended. I highly recommend them. read more

I left my favorite heels with them, and albeit being a bit skeptical of how he would be able to fix them, he did! They look great and he only charged me $10! Definitely one of the best experiences I have had with local shoe repair. read more

Leather vintage Coach bag inside zip pouch completely torn out and metal rivet holding strap ripped away from bag as well. Not on a seam...really torn...the leather was actually ripped!!!. These guys fixed it in like 2-3 days. You would never know it was repaired if I had not told you so. Cost between $10.00-$12.00. I just was reading others posting/reviews just today and thought maybe I should tell you of my experience in 2010. They were on Elliot. Someone says they moved, so I must find out if true and check it out. I currently have bags that I want to dye. Hope they do that as well as repairs...calling them next. Very happy with results. Will patronize again. read more

I have been going to Express Shoe Repair since 1991 - and it is the only place I will bring my shoes, handbags, luggage, etc. to be repaired. Shoes look like new when you pick them up! The do an excellent job at a fair price. I have recommended them numerous times and will continue to do so. Thanks for the great service! read more