Over the years I've purchased a lot of designer shoes, and anyone who invests in quality footwear knows how important it is to have the right professional handle alterations, repairs and restoration. After losing a lot of money trying multiple shops around the area I eventually found George Shoe Repair, and the difference was immediately clear. George's craftsmanship and knowledge is exceptional. He truly understands shoe construction, materials, and the proper way to restore high-end footwear. Every pair I've brought to him has been handled with precision and attention to detail that reflects real mastery of his craft. What really separates George from many other repair shops is his honesty and integrity. I once asked him to perform a specific alteration on a pair of Chanel shoes. Instead of agreeing and taking my money, he flat out told me no; NOT because he couldn't but because the alteration would damage the structure of my shoe and ruin it over time. That level of transparency is RARE. In the past, other shops just said yes, took on work they shouldn't have, and ultimately I had to throw my shoes away literally costing me thousands of dollars. Another thing worth highlighting is that his prices are extremely reasonable, especially considering the quality of the work. You're getting top-level craftsmanship without the inflated pricing that many places charge for far far worse results. George runs his shop with professionalism, skill, and genuine respect for the craft. If you care about your shoes and want someone who will treat them the right way, GEORGE IS EASILY THE BEST IN THE DMV HANDS DOWN!! read more

George was honest and told me that the work I wanted done was simply not possible (stretching the toe area of my sneakers). He was friendly and helpful, and even suggested an option that was free (removing the insoles to make more room). read more

Well I had an expensive pair of shoes gifted to me by my husband. He unfortunately put our daughters in charge of purchasing a pair of shoes. These shoes didn't fit. Go figure my daughter couldn't find the receipt. Long story short they've sat in the closet forever and Nordstrom no longer provide stretching service. That led me to George's. It's my attempt to maybe salvage this loss. Be prepared to laugh a few times when you go in here. George is funny. I left my shoes for stretching and picked them up at the scheduled time. Next time the shoe doesn't fit, get to handsome George's and he'll make it fit! When I told him, his great yelp reviews led me here, he said o yeah. He asked why don't any of them say how handsome I am?!? I cracked up. Please go see handsome George if only for the laughs you're guaranteed to get. Good affordable service with a smile. read more

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I had a great experience at George's Shoe Repair! My son needed his shoes cleaned up for a special event and George made them look brand new! George was incredibly kind and helpful, and the price was very fair. I really appreciated his professionalism and attention to detail. This is now my go-to shoe repair place and I highly recommend George's Shoe Repair to anyone looking for quality shoe repair work, great pricing and friendly service! read more

Wow. After reading the reviews I stopped in to see about saving my FAVORITE pair of shoes. George initially advised against it, but he agreed to take it on as a complete redo of the soles. He could see how much this meant to me and agreed to accept the work. I will post an update when complete, but first impression is this man takes this seriously and understands what helping people means. read more

I appreciated George's honesty about my repair; to not repair it and invest in a new pair of shoes. Thank you!

George has been helping us for years. His workmanship is outstanding. He offers practical advice. He even turns down work if it is not in the customers best interest. I have had do full resoles and heels too. The shoes look better than new. read more

George must be from a different time and place. I brought in 2 pair of hiking boots and he said they weren't worth fixing. I was stunned by his honesty. I was tempted to go to another store to see how much they would have charged me for a job that wouldn't have lasted. read more

George is an excellent professional. He's very careful and pay attention to details. He did a great job not only with my fine shoes, but also with a nice belt. He did things other professionals couldn't do. I really recommend him. Vera read more

Excellent to do business with. A good cobbler is hard to fund and he's a good cobbler. Had heels replaced on one pair and shortened on two more. Work was professional, with attention to details such as dressing the soles and shining after finished for a complete job. Will go again when the time comes. read more

George is amazing!!!! I came in defeated because one of my favorite shoes heel was somewhat broke if that makes sense. I want to a repair shop in my town and the guy told me I might as well get rid of the shoe. Remind you this is the same issue I had with the left shoe and now the right one is acting up. So I looked online to see if I could find another shoe repair shop and see if I could get a 2nd opinion. I came across George's Repair Shop and he had nothing but great reviews so I drove atleast 45 min to him. I'm so glad I did cause not only was he able to repair them but he did it while I was there and also explained to me right then and there what he did. George is very knowledgeable at what he does but he will also let you know if your shoe is not save able but he'll do his greatest to try. George is definitely might go to from here on out! read more

How can you not love George? He's quirky, fun, and a good person. I hope he continues to have success. Am a repeat customer for good reasons. Yes I like George personally, but the man's a genius with fixing anything. Shoes aren't cheap. Sometimes shoe polish can cover up an issue, but not in all cases. Last repair on my dress shoes was exceptional. George's honesty and turnaround time are remarkable. He also is reasonable price wise. As a man surrounded by wealth, that I don't personally enjoy, am grateful he's kept things competitive. This is your go to type of spot. By all means a five star place, so definitely say hi to George, if you need repairs done. read more

George is great. very professional and polite. The quality of his work is phenomenal and his prices are very reasonable. I highly recommend to anyone that needs their shoes repaired or refreshed to take them to George. You won't be disappointed. read more

George did great work putting new suede on my dance shoes. Reasonable priced and done quickly. I highly recommend him!

I had a repair on some boots. I went to the manufacturer and they said it was normal wear and I must have done something to cause the damage. I took the boots to George's and he immediately identified the issue. The manufacturer cut the stitching channel too deeply. The repair was done well and George did some things that exceeded my expectations. The repair price was very reasonable, but I decided to inform the manufacturer of the issue. Because I told them of George's reputation they sent me a pair that had been returned (because the customer decided on a different size.) Thanks George! read more

If I could give this place zero stars, I would. I dropped off brand new Christian Louboutin boots to have a red protective sole placed on. I just picked up and my brand new $2,000 boots look awful. See photos attached. There is glue coming up one side there are random black marks on the heel there is a piece of the suede torn. I don't know how they were store, but they look dirty and worn now. I told George I wasn't happy with them and he tells me simply "I am not going to stand here and debate with you. This is my best work." I originally chose this place because people because reviews described George as "honest." If you want your shoes destroyed this is the place to bring them. read more

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If you have any boots or dress shoes that need repair, take them to George's shoe repair in fairfax. He fixed a bleach spot on my $500 boots for a very affordable price when all the other repair stores said they couldn't fix them. I was amazed at the results. read more

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Went to drop off shoes at 10:34am yesterday. Shop says it opens at 10:30am. Waited 15 minutes in my car with my toddler and no one came. There was another woman waiting in her car for them too. Went and did other errands, called around noon and no one picked up. read more

Great work and great customer service. Convenient location and good value. I had a leather sole replaced with a thin Vibram rubber sole. Kept the look of a dress shoe but with added grip. Will be coming here for all my leather shoe and boot needs. read more

George was SO nice! I needed new holes made in my belt and he did it immediately and didn't charge me. Will 100% be back and will be recommending him to everyone. read more

George shinned two pair of shoes for me, making them look brand new! $12 for new shoes - not too shabby! read more

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Highly recommend! George was patient, kind, and very responsive. He knows how to repair shoes very very well and was a plaEasure to do business with. Thank you! read more

George, I presume the owner, is who I spoke to when dropping off my daughters cowgirl boots for insert lining repair. He is very kind and personable. He was able to repair the boots within on week at a very reasonable cost! Thank you for your help and I'm bringing my boots in next week! read more

Fantastic work, good value for money, reasonable turn around time, I have used his services several times and will definitely go back. I recommend him to my friends. He has resoled a friend's shoes another cobbler wouldn't touch, resoled my husband's 20 year old favorite boots and they're better than when they were new! Nice guy, small local business, an A+ in my book! read more

Awesome shop! Fantastic service! Friendly owner. George is a true profesional and master craftsman! He's a true expert and a friendly gentlemen. Limited interaction with this man but I can tell he stands behind his work and is respected by his neighbors and clients. Took in a broken zipper on a messenger bag which he fixed in about 5 minutes. I was convinced I needed a new bag and was about to spend some serious cash on a new one. George didn't even charge me for the zipper repair! I bought a pair of insoles for some cowboy boots and we called it square. Insoles fit my boots so well I will be getting another pair for my other boots. read more

Don't hesitate George will have your shoes/ soles looking like new again. At least that's what I experienced here. I have been here twice once for top of my favorite summer sandals and just again with another of my most comfortable black suede heels.. somehow the heel was cracked. George just after a few days had my shoes looking like I had just bought them. Reliable and priced accordingly...I certainly can not buy a new pair of shoes or sandals for the price George charges for them looking and feeling like new again.... Thank you - definitely will keep you in mind for any of my future needs. Craftmanship like yours is hard to find. read more

I have been coming to George's Shoe Repair for several years to repair and reheel leather boots. Located right of route 29, his shop is easily accessible with plenty of parking. I typically drop the boots off midweek and they are done by the weekend. The prices are very fair and competitive for such quality work. The replacement heels are always super thick and durable, lasting a few seasons. For my three boots, I paid about $70 total. I love being able to extend the life of my boots and avoid b Having to buy new ones. My boots and leather always return looking better than when I bought them. He shines, buffs and polishes them. If I'm need of a quick and convenient shoe repair, this is a great option in the area. read more

Wow George is a gem!! I brought my 30+ year old shoes in for new soles. When I came back to pick them up he explained that once he started he realized a new sole would not last very long because the current sole was too far gone and had intruded into the structure of the shoe itself. I truly appreciate his honestly. read more

George does a great job with shoes and belts. High quality and value. Quick turn around times. Very happy with his service.

Searched high and low for a true professional and was so pleased to find George's place. My winter boots look new (wow). Reasonable pricing and fast service. Highly recommend. read more

Happy I found Georges's shoe repair he did an excellent job on my boots. The service was great and he answered all of my questions.

I went here for the 1st time and couldn't be happier with the experience! My shoes were fixed very fast, for a very reasonable price, and they are now back to wearable condition!! :) The gentleman who works there (who I assume is George) was extremely nice and friendly! I couldn't ask for more from a shoe repair shop!! I will definitely be going back there again when I need help with my shoes!! read more

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He saved my favorite black booties!!! Great work at such a great price! Excited to have a place for all my shoe needs! This is a hard to find service, glad I found this gem! read more

Excellent craftsmansip and even better customer service. Highly recommend for work boot equipment and high end designer shoes.

I'm a repeat customer because each time I've gone, the service has truly exceeded my expectations. This particular pair was in bad shape because the heel was worn to its interior, and the grommet that secured the loop on the back that helped pull the boot on and off had almost completely loosened. Luckily, George was able to fix it all, and he even did it before the time he originally quoted. He told me to call ahead if I really needed them, and if they were ready then, I could pick them up. That's what I did, and I was blown away by how good they looked. Super convenient and close to my job--I'm definitely coming back to restore the rest of my fall boots. read more

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George is our guy for shoe repair! I've taken both mens and women's shoes in for repairs and polishing. He always has good advice on when to bother resoling and when not to bother. Polishing is well-done and holds its shine. George is friendly and helpful. Recommend! read more

I called George today because I got a pretty sizable grease stain on my boots the night before while cooking burgers-he was not only helpful but kind. It was such short notice when I called and he took care of my boots and made them look even better than new! If you have shoes that need help this is the place! Such a great business and customer care! 10/10 read more

George miraculously fixed my expensive Valentino flip flops - giving something that had no chance another few years! So appreciated and highly recommend!! A true shoe savant! read more

Did a great job repairing the soles on a pair of Birkenstocks. Also a nice a guy so highly recommend.

My wife took a pair of tan dress shoes to Georges Shoe Repair in Fairfax. HOLY COW, the craftsmanship of the soles was absolutely superb...very nicely done. As the saying goes, a picture is worth a thousand words! I just posted a shot of my shot of my shoes...don't know if that got attached to this post or not. Bottom line, I enthusiastically endorse Georges! read more

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