keep this guy on business. He repaired my old snowboard boots. The glue on the sole was not holding anymore. he glued it back on for $60. in 3 days! I tried myself it did not work. looks like quality work! read more

Fruitvale Shoe Repair - Shoe Repair Near Me - Oakland, California

It is so difficult to find a shoe repair shop in or around Oakland anymore. This neighborhood shop is very small, a little hard to find, I drove past it 2x! Hahaha. The owners are very friendly and there was a little bit of a language barrier, but I think we worked around it just fine. I had 3 pairs of shoes repaired and 3 pairs of boots resoled and they did a wonderful job; great craftsmanship! The only downside is you cannot pay with any kind of cards, credit or debit are not accepted, so be prepared. read more

I needed to get the heel caps on my mother's shoes replaced. I initially went to Foothill Square Shoe Repair. The owner wanted $30 upfront and I could pick the shoes up three days later. I was in my work attire & he saw me pull up in a company vehicle. When he asked for the money I replied "you haven't done anything." He was firm and I firmly grabbed the shoes & left. I proceeded to Fruitvale Shoe Repair. The owner greeted me with a smile and ultimately asked how soon did I need the shoes back. I said asap to which he replied, "give me an hour." He said it'd be $15! I returned after I got off and the shoes were ready. Please note, It's cash only & the nearest store requires a $5 purchase to get cash back. So patronize w/cash in hand. He also copies keys. The price difference raises a lot of questions but I digress. Service 5outta5 read more

All the shoes that were fixed had their interiors damaged and ruined. Over 10 pairs impacted and some very expensive ones

got a splitting purse strap repaired, quick service and reasonable pricing! would absolutely recommend to anyone and will be coming back myself as needed. thank you! read more

I was very happy to find Fruitvale Show Repair on Yelp only 2 miles from my home and with a 4+ stars review standing. I was greeted quickly and nicely at the counter after I arrived. I needed new heels on my knee high boots and a shoe polish. He was able to accommodate a same day service and was ready 4 hrs later. The quality of the work was excellent. I haven't been to a shoe repair shop for quite some time, so I'm not familiar how the pricing compared to other places. I was charged $20 for the new heel and $10 for the polish. I was very satisfied when I came to pick up my boots and will definitely be coming again. read more

I had a great experience here: They replaced the zippers on my red boots for under $100. The zipper color matches perfectly--you'd never know they were replaced. They also worked magic on my Mary Jane shoes, repairing a hole in the heel and stabilizing a tear in the front (check the photos). Highly recommend. read more

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Be very careful about what you ask him to do. He will do a great job, but it can go off the rails if you don't really specify. Also, sadly, expect him to do no work until you show up and then ask you to come the next day. it will be done great then, but he wastes your time on more than an occasion. Just prepare for it. I won't go back. read more

I had a last minute shoe shine that I needed for a wedding and they did a great job. Shoes looked like a million bucks, and fast! Great vibes in the spot too, great place to just hang out and smell the aroma of a leather workshop. read more

The resoled my red wings, they were nicer with a nicer sole than when the shoes were new. read more

Fruitvale Shoe Repair - Resoled red wings - Shoe Repair Near Me - Oakland, California

I had two purses with broken straps and they were both fixed so well. I was extremely happy!! I am getting ready to bring in a Coach purse with problems with the strap and I am confident that the work will be done professionally as it was on my first visit! read more

I took this pair of shoes to, I believe his name is Alfonso, to have them re-soled. They were a gift from my brother-in-law, whom is no longer alive, so I didn't want to throw them out. Initially, I was satisfied with the re-sole work; until they started to come apart this last week. This morning I took them in expecting that he would stand behind his work. He wanted to charge me to repair his own failed repairs. I told him I'd worn them very little and was not interested in paying him again. He turned around and walked away, leaving me at the counter. I was not a one time customer, but now I am a never again one. I only wish I could post this review without giving him any stars. read more

Fruitvale Shoe Repair - Full re-sole job falling apart. - Shoe Repair Near Me - Oakland, California

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I left a pair of orthopedic SAS shoes to have the entire soles replaced. The tips near the toes were especially worn. The shop fitted extra rubber at the toe tips before entire new Vibram soles were glued on. It was not cheap. It cost $65 cash only up front before repairs were made. The repair was excellent. A new pair of SAS shoes costs $180, so it was worthwhile to have them repaired. One warning: parking is difficult. Avoid going on the 1st or 3rd Friday of the month from 9 AM - Noon, as half of the nearby streets have "No Parking" at those hours due to street cleaning. The shop is not near my home, but was well worth the trip. read more

Great quality, fair prices. Brought my boots to get their heels replaced, and now they look and feel like new!

Fast and easy I dropped off my boots with worn soles with a hole on the bottom and a broken zipper Paid $60 then picked up a few days later, problems fixed! I'd definitely come back read more

Fruitvale Shoe Repair - Replaced my broken zipper! - Shoe Repair Near Me - Oakland, California

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He promised my boots would be ready in 8 days. So I arrived late in the afternoon 8 days later. "Boots not ready" Huh? You have my tel. #. Why didn't you call me? I made a trip all the way down here to pick these up. No reply. I came the next afternoon to pick up my boots. When I complained that he should have written 9 days on the claimtag (instead of 8) he replied "Next time I'll charge you more". The man doesn't understand customer service. I'm never returning. read more

I went to drop off my shoes at Fruitvale shoe repair and before choosing it I had a long conversation with the man who repairs tennis shoes. It turns out that tennis shoes can be repaired? Who knew? The tennis shoe guy told me his whole how he got started and recommended Fruitvale. Back now to Fruitvale Shoe Repair. I showed Carlos my dilapidated shoes, three pair. He was happy to ask me how I wanted them. They were done on time. The shoes looked very good and he pointed out a detail on the lucite ones where he did an extra nice job. Now I have a place to take my shoes. I'm happy. That's the entire point of having a cobbler. I asked them if they clean suede shoes and they do. Yay! There's another point I will mention. It wasn't an arm and a leg to get the work done. The pricing was fair and a good value. Thank you, Carlos. read more

Helpful owner. Great service. Reasonably priced. I definitely will return in the future.

These guys know leather and shoes...and leather shoes! They made a couple pairs look new even though they had been through many nights of spilled drinks and dirty streets. Cash only, but we'll worth it. And be sure to go across the street and get vegetables from the market. read more

The best shoe repair around. From repairs and replacement to the soles of my work boots to custom soles for my wife's 1970's leather boots with zippers. Thanks read more

*Bring Cash* I don't know cobblers still existed. There are those who still see the value in shoes. Understands what needs to be done and is considerate about the fabric that holds the shoe together. This is that place. Countless times he has saved my valuable soles and laces. He has gracefully repaired the shoes that I could have left for dead. He is amazing... Highly recommended and a beautifully attitude. read more

One of my resolutions / central themes these days is to repair and reuse. So I had a pair of my Banana Republic loafers resoled / reheeled here. Really unassuming little shop on Fruitvale. I think it was around $50 to get it all done which seems expensive when the shoes themselves are BR and not that expensive .... but he did a great job and I think the new soles / heels will last me longer than the original ones. Would recommend. Cash only though. read more

Excellent shoe repair. Made my six-year-old shoes shine like new. They cleaned inside and out they look brand-new now read more

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So far so good. My cobbler on Park Blvd retired and this place was highly rated. The ratings were correct. Superb job rehabbing a pair of my wife's favorite boots. Also new vibram soles on a pair of my shoes. Cash only but excellent quality work. read more

Wow! Owner is so friendly and work is wonderful. Gave complete new life to a few tired looking fanny packs with new leather dye and polish and new zippers! Also - I didn't know it was cash only and the owner trusted me to come back later that week and let me take my bags. This was my first time there. When does that happen in the world still? Came back another time and he punched new holes in my leather shoes for free. Definitely support this gem of a local business! read more

Super friendly, great job! He replaced the heels on my daughters boots and even gave them a nice polish. Thank you Alphonso read more

I needed a single hole punched on my belt that I was planning to wear for my wedding day and decided to try this place out. No line and was greeted quickly by older gentleman. I advised him of what I wanted and he spent probably 5 seconds on my belt. After he gave me back my belt, I asked him how much and was ready to pay for his service. He immediately turned me down and told me not to worry about it. Thank you and I won't forget your kindness! read more

CASH ONLY!! Was in a panic because my go to shoe repair in San Leandro didn't survive in a panic and I needed the strap on my purse fixed before my vacation! I found Fruitvale Shoe Repair on Yelp and called on a Saturday afternoon to see if they fixed purse straps ... I was in luck! Fortunately found parking around the corner. The gentleman working was polite and showed me how he'd fix my purse by Tuesday! He fixed the straps for $20 which I thought was affordable especially since it was a designer purse. I only had half of the cash, so he was able to take that as a deposit and I could pay the rest at pick up. Was very pleased with the outcome and highly recommend! read more

I lovingly destroyed the soles of my favorite pair of shoes. They're handmade in Burbank, and their repair department told me to kick rocks, the shoes were beyond repair. Yelp's reviews of Fruitvale Shoe Repair made me cautiously optimistic that they could salvage them. And holy hell, did they! My shoes are back and as beautiful as ever. And the owner was a complete delight, really warm and incredibly talented. I plan on wearing through the soles again, and will absolutely return to this place. read more

Fruitvale Shoe Repair - ::sad horns:: before. cydwoq told me they were beyond repair. - Shoe Repair Near Me - Oakland, California

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Shop did amazing work replacing the sole of my heels for my wedding! Highly recommend!

I've come here multiple times for multiple issues and when I thought my shoes were done, they were brought back to life. I have an old pair of docs where the heel kept coming off, those were fixed. I had uggs with awful oil stains and when I got them back, good as new. I bought a lovely minimal pair of black leather sandals that fell apart during a vacation, and Fruitvale shoe repair made them good as new and secured the heel so I wouldn't run into the issue again. Great place! I can't recommend them enough! read more

Awesome Local Business! I've been taking my favorite shoes here for years. Fair prices and quick service.

Great service however they are NOT open on Saturday contrary to hours listed on Yelp :(

Alfonso was able to get out the soda stains in my leather shoes and provided great customer service.

I have a pair of black Justins I found second hand that I just adore. They're my babies and when I left them with him, I was honestly nervous (because I have trust issues), but I came back to find them more gorgeous than I could've imagined!!! I also noticed a line of cowboy boots behind the counter, so this is definitely the right place for me! No exaggeration here, he has my whole and total trust read more

Fruitvale Shoe Repair - New heels, new soles, renewed the leather. Mind you, they were WELL loved when I brought them in! - Shoe Repair Near Me - Oakland, California

I've brought multiple shoes to get repaired here and they always come out looking like new. The service is excellent with a quick turnaround. Parking can be tricky on this street, but there's typically short-term parking right in front of the establishment. read more

Fantastic! Old-school repair shop, did a great job replacing the soles on my wife's dress shoes, and he patched the leather sleeves on my favorite winter jacket. I thought the jacket was a goner, but I'll get a few more years out if now. Like folks have said-cash only. Small price to pay for service this good. read more

I'm so grateful for Yelp because the only shoes I'm comfortable walking in are revived! The cobbler put new Velcro on the part that closes. And he patched up a couple almost holes. And he put new heals on the bottom because the originals were worn out. My old shoes look great and are functional again!!! He even shined them up so they look smart. Very thankful for the revival!!! read more

Great workmanship. I had a pair of Allen Edmonds shoes that required a new heel. The owner of Fruitvale Shoe Repair replaced the rubber heel with a sturdy vibram heel and the price was substanially less if I would have sent them back to the factory for re-work. The shoes looked brand new. He turned the shoes around in couple days. Excellent. Parking on the Fruitvale Ave is kinda tough but well worth it. Thanks to the Yelpers for recognizing great service. read more

Fruitvale Shoe Repair - Shoe Repair Near Me - Oakland, California

I brought in 2 pairs of monk straps for heel replacement and sole protectors for $100 total. Down from $55 a pair with the multi pair discount. I notice this is higher than the $45 a pair price qouted by reviwers in the past, nevertheless I believe this is a reasonable price for the type of work. I dropped off on a Sunday afternoon promised for a Tuesday afternoon pick up. I left a $40 deposit (but I think he would have been ok had I left $20). I got a text when my shoes where ready on Tuesday. Love that they are open 7 days a week (please dont over work your seleves tho). I plan on bringing more shoes in but for the moment I havent had a chance to wear the shoes and see how they hold up! read more

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