Amazing work and service. I brought in my Marni boots with completely broken heel caps and was honestly nervous about whether they could be saved without compromising the original look. The cobbler did an amazing job. The repair is flawless, sturdy, and perfectly aligned with the original design. You can tell they really care about quality and understand high-end footwear. If you have designer shoes or anything you love and don't want ruined, this is the place. I'll definitely be coming back. read more

Leon's Shoe Service - Shoe Repair Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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The best in class when it comes to shoe repair. I can't believe how incredible the boots came out with the color and also the soles (not pictured). The adidas, night and day. So impressive, Jose is a master at his craft! read more

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Jose at Leon's did such a great job. The pups got to these Ferragamo's. I didn't think repairing it would even be possible. He did such a great job and he even replaced the sole that was extremely worn down. I'll let the pics speak for itself. Jose was very detailed when explaining how he would repair each shoe. You can tell he has great passion for his job and it's displayed in his work. read more

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Wow! I was looking for a cobbler who could restore a pair Gucci Loafers and Gemini AI recommended them due to their expertise in working with high end shoes. They did not disappoint! Highly recommend based on friendliness, expertise, knowledge and experience. read more

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Literally Blown away by the Craftsman's ship. Took in my wife's Hermes Ankle highs to have the soles worked on. Not only were the black soles upgraded to non slip grip rubber, but the Stamp was still intact. Finally, the rubber was actually gradiently varied to minimize the amount of exposure on the tip of the boot. Basically, everything was flush and if you ran your finger over the sole, the tip was so thin that you couldn't tell any modifications were done to it. Black magic if you ask me. 10 stars read more

Leon's Shoe Service on Birch provides absolutely phenomenal customer service and true attention to detail. I brought in my shoes for a wax and shine, and they came out perfect. The craftsmanship, professionalism, and care that went into the work were outstanding. You can tell they take great pride in what they do. In my opinion, there is no better place in all of Orange County to get your shoes shined. Highly recommended. read more

I've known Mr. Jose Leon for about a year now. And have visited him for his professional services about 3 or 4 times and I'm convinced he's the best in the business for anything related to shoe cleaning / repairing and restoration. He is the absolute GOAT and could not recommend him more to anyone that needs their high end or specialty footwear / shoes taken care of. The level of expertise and attention to detail by him and his team is extraordinary. Very glad I got to meet him and I've always been satisfied with his work. First couple times I'd go take my high end ballys dress shoes and some doc marten boots and they came back literally brand spanking new and looking amazing. This most recent visit I took him some Nikes and Burberrys that were so old, worn out and ready to be thrown in the trash and he did a superb job of bringing them back to life. A d at an incredible and fair price. Definitivamente el señor León es el más chingon! 100% read more

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Jose is an honest small business owner. Did a great job on my Dolce & Gabbana heels.

Leon's Shoe Service is top-notch! Jose does an outstanding job and I will only use him for all my shoe repairs!

If you have a pair of shoes you love, don't see anyone else besides Jose at Leon's Shoe Service! I have three pairs of vintage Frye Campus boots from the 80s, 90s, and 00s that have become my all-time favorite shoes. After several music festivals and more than 100K steps, my babies needed some serious love. Between the worn heels, chipped leather, and dryness that could rival the Sahara, I knew that if I wanted them to last another 40 years, and eventually pass them down to my kids, they needed real care. I was admittedly nervous to have any work done because I'm so protective of them. But after meeting with Jose, I knew instantly he was the right person to trust, and I am SO glad I did. When I came to pick them up, I genuinely started jumping up and down because I was in absolute AWE of how incredible they looked. He revived each pair to what felt like their original state, repaired the leather like a magician, and made them look brand new. With Jose's unmatched expertise and craftsmanship, I'm confident these boots will last lifetimes longer than they ever would have without his care. Beyond his passion for shoes, Jose is an absolute king. Truly an incredible person all around! Every time I'm there, I genuinely enjoy our conversations, and I always look forward to seeing him the next time. It's rare to find someone this talented and this kind, and it makes supporting his work even more special. Thank you, Jose, for being the best and for taking such great care of my babies!! read more

Amazing shoe repair! Renewed my Ferragamo's and Santonis, looking brand new. Thanks again

This dude is a miracle worker. I came in with some dusty crusty AF1s and within a week he made them squeaky clean Would highly recommend! read more

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My go to place for any shoe repair needs. Cleaned a pair of suede wallaby shoes my husband had spilled on. Also able to clean a pair of sandals I was ready to throw away. Stretched some leather flats perfectly to be comfortable. read more

I was so excited to find a decent shoe repair store in this area so I forgot to take the before pictures, but the job was done more better than I expected. Some shoes fit so good that you cannot just buy a new pair. That's why I value knowledgeable shoe repair within less than 10 miles from home. I believe the price was reasonable. Also, it's individual and depends on shoe condition. read more

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I brought my boots here to get the heels fixed and Mr. Leon surpassed my expectations. I've had these boots for over three years and he made them look like new. I highly recommend him for your shoe repairs. He is friendly and he's one step ahead of the competition, so step into Leon's shoe service. You will not be disappointed. read more

Unfortunately for me, I have a dog that loves to chew on expensive heels. Luckily, Leon's has been able to successfully salvage a pair more than once. I really appreciate the thought and care he puts into getting it right. I would highly recommend him for all your cobbling needs. read more

One of the best services I've experienced in a long while! I was in town for a short visit and purchased a leather belt that was much too large for me despite being the smallest option. I took my belt to Leon's Shoe Service and he was able to size it for me perfectly. Because I was in town for such a short time, I needed it complete by the next day and he was more than willing to help me out! His prices are so very reasonable and I feel as if he deserves more for his amazing work. I definitely recommend his business for anybody needing the highest quality leather work done! read more

Quality, price, customer service and extremely kind. 100% recommend and I'll definitely come back here for future repairs

Jose at Leon's Shoes is the best! He competently transformed my coffee spilled shoes. I thought my New Balance 9060 were done for but he saved them and look good as new! Great value and amazing customer service! Thank you Jose! read more

Excellent Cobbler!!! Nowadays a good shoe repair person is hard to find. Jose was very knowledgeable about shoes and passionate about his craft. A total professional who reasonable about his pricing. He is the best!!! read more

I had a pair of luxury heals that needed to be soled and it's next-level what Jose and his team was able to do in under one week. The entire experience felt like a luxury vibe. Jose wore gloves every time he touched the shoes and even made sure to shine them before giving them back. For the fee $89, I think it was well worth it! I would highly recommend for your luxury items. read more

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Highly recommend Leon's Shoe Service! Great work, honest about what shoes are worth servicing, fair pricing. Instead of sending a couple of pair of Allen Edmonds back to the factory for reconditioning, I took them to Jose and he worked wonders on them! Replaced the sole, heel, laces, worked the leather over. Only place I take my shoes! read more

Juan (the owner) was very helpful and had both my pairs of shoes finished in less than a week. My shoes look as good as new! I'm super happy about my experience and will be referring my friends/family. read more

been a devoted regular for years now. jose will do you right every time if it's within his power, and he'll always clearly walk you through all the steps of his work. have been and will continue to give him my old rare saint laurent and celine footwear with full trust read more

The adage of 'you get what you pay for' holds true. Very high quality repair to both soles as well as conditioning the leather. Will 100% go back. read more

Another 10/10 experience! This time I had loafers I've worn almost every day to work for the past 2 years fixed (stitching, color and shine, re-glue) and sandals I purchased second hand in the Middle East (strap fixed, new hole bunched, leather conditioned). Per usual, fabulous work and at a reasonable price. Thank you Jose! read more

Leon's Shoe Service - Inner lining was replaced - Shoe Repair Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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A good shoe repair place is hard to find these days but this place is great and reasonably priced. Great location and Jose knows his stuff. I would highly recommend. read more

I highly highly recommend this place. I've brought several pairs of shoes to them and they've all looked amazing in the end. They've color matched my nude shoes, repaired leather uppers and fixed my soles. They text you when the work is done and complete everything within a reasonable amount of time. They are also very friendly and accommodating. The only downside is the hours. It's sometimes hard to get there before or after work. Even so, I couldn't recommend Leon's enough. Just go and bring your shoes. read more

Oh my gosh!! You guys need to run- not walk here! I should have taken photos of these shoes before- but the after photo is evidence that trashed shoes can come back to life! Pricing is reasonable and location is near the airport read more

Leon's Shoe Service - Shoes ready for spring! - Shoe Repair Near Me - Newport Beach, California

I've been going to Leon's for a while now. I used to also visit shoe repair places in Costa Mesa & Santa Ana but both of those went out of business and I'm so glad Leon's is still there. It's a shame that people give up on their shoes and get rid of them instead of repairing them and extending the lifespan. Leon's Shoe Service is great because they always take the time to explain things to the customer. I've never been disappointed in the quality of their work. Recently I took in a pair of stilettos that I have in 5 different colors that they often replace the heel pads on for me but the one I took in this time had a loose heel and he told me no one would or should try to repair the heel because it would just break. The honesty is so rare these days! Any other place would have taken the shoe, glued it a bit and charged me. I'm a loyal customer! read more

Appreciate the communication and attention to detail to serve and protect shoes that mean a lot to your customers. Thank you!

Fantastic service! Great work! Always blown away by what they're able to accomplish with a pair of shoes. And appreciate the honesty when it's time to retire a pair. read more

Leon did a great job with polishing my leather shoes. He was extremely professional and provided great advice on what needed to be done. It looked brand new and I would highly recommend his services. read more

Friendly and Helpful Charges for what you need not what you don't . Always takes time to go over repairs performed And Best of all Remembers who you are ,not just a transaction read more

I came in hoping to salvage a pair of shoes, but after speaking with Jose, I really appreciated his honest and professional advice. Rather than doing a quick fix that wouldn't last, he helped me understand that the quality of the shoes just wasn't worth the repair. I truly value that kind of integrity in a business. I'll definitely be coming back here for future shoe needs--and with better-quality shoes next time! read more

I've never paid to get my shoes shined, but I figured since I have to go to a black tie wedding, now was the time to give in for my black dress shoes. So I filtered through Yelp for the shoe repair business with the most and best average starred reviews in my hood. It was Leon's. Located near John Wayne Airport in a little business park. Fast and friendly service. My leather shoes had noticeable scuffs and just looked plain worn out. There are several options for shine levels, but I said I just wanted something that looked good and didn't cost a lot. The job was done for $15 as of September 2021 and turnaround time was a couple days. Great job! See for yourself with the before and after photos. Super happy with the outcome! read more

Leon's Shoe Service - Before (noticeable scuffs) - Shoe Repair Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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10/10 service, quality and value. Leon is a professional with great customer service. read more

100/10 will return and recommend! I'm still blown away how my items look brand new. The customer srv, turnaround time & price were reasonable and def worth it. read more

The absolute best place to take your shoes. Feel free to take your premium items here. Both pairs you see below are Bally and they absolutely brought them back to life. Great value, the turn around was much faster than initially projected, and the owner is extremely friendly. Will 100% be returning. read more

Leon's Shoe Service - This is before, clearly greying super wrinkled and dull. - Shoe Repair Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Such a hard working family with an amazing back story. Was truly in awe over the results of my Matisse suede booties. You can tell they are trusted with the amount of designer shoes in the window & how busy they are daily. Did I mention it was only $39 to completely rejuvenate my dusty & alcohol stained suede material AND repaint the heels? Bravo. read more