Longleaf Shoe Repair

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Chason H.

Phenomenal job with my Lucchese boots. Brand new heels and a flawless stitch job on the side, good as new and so affordable! Highly recommend.

Lorraine C.

It's a rare thing to find an old-fashioned shoe cobbler. If you're like me you know how hard it is to find shoes you love and even harder to find a shop to help you maintain them. I consider myself lucky that I found this shop and that I can get the services I need. The owner has always taken such good care of me. I have taken my shoes in to be repaired and polished so they always look brand new. Just FYI this shop is only open Monday to Friday and closed Saturday and Sunday.

Aimee N.

I had no idea that show repair places even existed until my shoe broke and I posted on FB about anyone knowing someone that could help me fix it. I Was referred to Long leaf repair and Josh, by several people. I was able to text Josh a picture of my broken shoe and he told me he could fix it. He charged $15 and had it ready in perfect condition within 5 days. The place is super tiny and nestled in between the mail room and another business. I found it very fascinating in a strange way. Lol.

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My beloved shoes are dry rotting from the sole up. I took them here after reading so many great reviews. I was impressed. The cobbler (I refuse to let that term die out!) inspected them and earnestly explained they're beyond repair. I'm so sad but I appreciate the honesty. read more

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Dropped off a pair of shoes for a shine and needing a quick turnaround. The price was very reasonable and the shine was great!

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Hudson H.

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I drive all the way from Hampstead to Longleaf for their exceptional work. I've had belts repaired and just recently a very high-end handmade leather shoe repaired fantastic work always highly recommend. read more

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Mike M.

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Easy location to find, great pricing, great repair with great service. The repair to my wife's purse made her very happy!

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Chason H.

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Phenomenal job with my Lucchese boots. Brand new heels and a flawless stitch job on the side, good as new and so affordable! Highly recommend. read more

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Finley M.

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The man in there is so kind. He gave me realistic help and always has reasonable prices! He has resolved many shoes and punched holes in belts and bags for my family over the years read more

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So happy to have found a cobbler in Wilmington! Quality work at an affordable price! read more

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Lorraine C.

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It's a rare thing to find an old-fashioned shoe cobbler. If you're like me you know how hard it is to find shoes you love and even harder to find a shop to help you maintain them. I consider myself lucky that I found this shop and that I can get the services I need. The owner has always taken such good care of me. I have taken my shoes in to be repaired and polished so they always look brand new. Just FYI this shop is only open Monday to Friday and closed Saturday and Sunday. read more

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Aimee N.

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I had no idea that show repair places even existed until my shoe broke and I posted on FB about anyone knowing someone that could help me fix it. I Was referred to Long leaf repair and Josh, by several people. I was able to text Josh a picture of my broken shoe and he told me he could fix it. He charged $15 and had it ready in perfect condition within 5 days. The place is super tiny and nestled in between the mail room and another business. I found it very fascinating in a strange way. Lol. read more

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Anna D.

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The best shoe repair I have ever had. He has even replaced the entire heel of shoes that my dogs have chewed up and helped restore many of my leather boots and they look brand spankin new. Sometimes I never hear back when they are finished so I make sure to call and check in. read more

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Julia T.

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Owner was super friendly and repaired my stuff very quickly! Pricing was reasonable too.

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Paul N.

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Woman's boots were professionally resoled, with impeccable craftsmanship, and ready on the scheduled date. Will be taking all our cobbler needs to Long Leaf in the future. read more

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Judith A.

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This is one of the only shoe repair places in the Wilmington area. The owner was very nice and was willing to keep my shoes for as long as needed, since I don't live nearby. I have not picked them up yet, but will update this review at that time. Small, abit hard to find, business across the parking lot from Gabes. read more

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Caitlin S.

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I brought in a couple pairs of shoes that I thought were beyond saving, and I was proven wrong. Quick turnaround time - I brought them in in a Friday and they were ready on Wednesday. The price was extremely reasonable. I unfortunately didn't take before and after pictures, but I'll be using Longleaf again (I already have a pair of shoes ready to go!). read more

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Raymond S.

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An easy five star review for this place. I have a pair of 14-15 year old Aerostitch street motorcycle boots that had worn smooth and hardened soles. While debating on buying new boots, the reality was that these are fine, just need new soles. I know I got lucky by coming to Long Leaf Shoe Repair for the fix. - Very reasonable cost -Faster than expected date for pickup -Ready as scheduled. - Perfect replacement job. These boots look and feel like new, thank you. read more

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Freak M.

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They are friendly & reasonably priced. Josh is a miracle worker. While I missed my favorite shoes (it took 2 weeks; they're busy), it was worth it. To replace them would have cost me 3x as much, plus they are already broken in & ready to go. I'd definitely bring all my shoes here if/when they need repairs. read more

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Darrell S.

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I have used these folks for years and they are simply the best around and this comes from a custom made footwear maker of over 40 years.

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Mj P.

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My first visit to repair 2 pairs of boots that looked pretty sad...they both came back looking beautiful and new! I'm not quite sure what he did, but it's beyond what I had hoped for. I'm so glad I found this place. Oh and I should note that the owner is very sweet and happy! read more

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Nancy P.

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You'd be surprised what the owner of this business can do to a pair of shoes. I've had sandal straps repaired, boots and shoes re-resoled, and shoes just generally made to look brand new. This is always my first option for any sort of repair and more often than not the owner can fix anything I bring in. read more

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Terry T.

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Had an old pair of Florsheim imperials needing soles and heels. Not only did he replace both, he repaired several places where the stitching was coming undone, without being asked. The shoes look like new. WELL DONE. read more

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Christine F.

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A friend recommended this shoe repair shop to me. Its a little tough to find, being a small shop, but worth it. I had a pair of sandals that the elastic at the ankle strap had given out. The gentleman in the shop told be it would be no problem, it is a common occurrence. I left them on a Monday, returned on Friday for them. They look as good as new, I was delighted. A small shop with great service and super efficient. read more

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Patti C.

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This is my go to for all things leather. He has saved my boots and made them look like new. Kind and excellent work! Great combination.

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Jeffrey K.

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Outstanding work. Excellent prices. Very good customer service. Shoe repair taken seriously. read more

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Mary Margaret O.

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I was ready to trash my beloved boat shoes as they had been through all sorts of environments, attested to by the state of the leather. Now that I'm in a decent sized city I thought perhaps there would be a place to restore them to their former glory (hey, they're still so comfortable!). Located Longleaf through YELP and went there although it was a bit of a challenge to find them. Skinny door with very large "Shoe Repair" sign above, tucked in between 2 larger businesses. I think I probably passed it twice. At any rate, dropped off the shoes and picked them up about a week later looking nearly brand new! read more

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Bethanie S.

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Professional, quick, quality service. I will be taking all my shoe repairs here from now on.

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Marissa M.

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INCREDIBLE WORK!! It's a tiny little hole in the wall spot, but wow they did such a good job!! I was only in town for a few months for work and used Yelp to find this place. 10/10 recommend. The stitching and sole on my Madewell leather boots I'd had for 8 years started to fall apart and now they're good as new. I even brought my other pair of boots to get cleaned up and restitched since the first pair were done SO WELL!! read more

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Kelly S.

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AMAZING! So happy with the service provided here! Fast, reliable, and affordable! Fixed two pairs of my shoes and made them look brand new again! Couldn't be happier!!!!!!!! read more

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Marvin S.

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Good Service for great price brought a pair of my Chelsea boot and they came back to me looking like new. Good prices too!

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Zan V.

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One of the last true cobblers left. Great service and very good repair to my sandal. If u need shoes repaired....this is the place to go!!! read more

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Alan R.

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Fast! Friendly! Affordable! This guy does great work! If you've got a pair of shoes that you aren't ready to toss, he can probably fix them.

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Mirla T.

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I only go to these folks. They've replaced my boot heels a number of times for about $12/pair each time, and the footwear always comes back looking practically new. Nice mom and pop establishment worthy of supporting. read more

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Jackie S.

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Had boots shined there. Pleased with how they look. Reasonably priced and friendly staff. Would use this company again.

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4404 Shipyard Blvd
Ste A
Wilmington, NC 28403
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(910) 395-0018
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“The cobbler (I refuse to let that term die out!) inspected them and earnestly explained they're beyond repair.”

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Jimmys Shoe Repair

3.8

(4 reviews)

Using this address on our GPS, Jimmy's Shoe Repair no longer occupies this space. Having read such…read morepositive reviews on Yelp, driven 50+ miles to bring 2 pairs of shoes for repair, unsuccessful in my attempts to call this business and no such shoe repair at this address, we were fortunate to locate another shoe repair in the area to try. (The shoes I left at this alternate location should be ready in about 2 weeks (mid-August '25), which I will review upon receipt.) Meanwhile, the owner or those with legal business authority of Jimmy's Shoe Repair in Wilmington, NC would certainly fulfill their responsibility to and demonstrate respect for the community by removing their entry from Yelp and any other advertising listing. Obviously, I would give this a zero rating if it was available.

The repair on my 20 year old boots was very high quality and were like new. I Highly recommend this…read moreplace.

Roses Plaza Shoe Repair

5.0

(1 review)

I have taken shoes, suits, pants, dresses, everything to this woman to repair or hem, adjust, etc…read more She is a perfectionist and I love her work! Her prices are great. Sweet, sweet, lady.

Lee's Rod Reel & Shoe Repair

4.3

(12 reviews)

Was able to sew an embroidered patch onto a leather bag. Stitching was excellent and placed…read moreexactly where I wanted (even though that made the job more challenging). End product looks great. Wanted to support and celebrate my son in the Navy by placing on my everyday work bag.

I took a belt in that needed repair, & 3 pair of men's slacks to be shortened. The seamstress was…read moreso gracious. She had everything completed quickly & the price was right.

Red Wing

3.7

(3 reviews)

I had my moc toe Redwings re-soled at this location. Fast and quality work. My two year old boots…read morelook new

I am sorry but I cannot support the five star reviews. When you buy a pair of boots which you are…read moretold can be resoled and then return a year later to be told they can't be, it just feels dishonest. Taking my business elsewhere from here on out.

Gary's Shoe Repair

4.6

(14 reviews)

This family run shop has been around for ages and continues to provide excellent service in shoe…read moreand boot repair, re-soling, etc., and some leather work as well. There may be other shoe repair shops in J'ville, but none better. Rather incongruously Gary's is now apparently also the "Disk Golf Pro Shop" (since "Frisbee Golf" is, I'd guess, the trademarked property of Whammo). I love oddly eclectic little shops. Whatever works. Now if I could just find that picture of mama's new non-skid heels.

I brought my pocketbook in for a repair of the handle. The price was reasonable and the service was…read moreexcellent. It was ready before the scheduled pick up time.

Master Shoe Repair & Orthopedic Works

1.0

(8 reviews)

I left my wife's shoes in for heels. Pre paid the owner…read more Went back 2 weeks later. Not done. He said within a week. Went back another week later....still not done. I asked for my money back and will go elsewhere from now on.

Today was the last straw for me with this business. I've been coming in for repairs on & off for…read morethe past 15 years. I came in today for two different things. The owner told me that he "was running the machine and couldn't stop to help me." I didn't quite understand (language barrier?) but his wife took over and proceeded to write up a ticket for one of my items. When I mentioned I had a second item, she didn't understand (language?) so her husband came over. I apologized and said I was sorry. I was very surprised when he scolded me, saying something very close to this, "You were supposed to get this on one ticket! We can't help you! Bring your stuff somewhere else and get out of here." He then threw my stuff at me. I was speechless and just walked out the door without saying anything. I was totally patient and professional the entire time. This is not the way to treat any customer, let alone a repeat customer. It's sad because he does good work but I don't have the time or desire to put up with businesses that are rude for no reason to their customer. I'll be going elsewhere in the future.

Service Shoe Shop

3.3

(6 reviews)

This small shop did a fantastic job re-soling my cowgirl boot! The price was so good I paid extra…read morefor one week repair and my boot was ready right in time! I only had one done bc the other sole was fine and now after a few days I'd wear, I can't tell the difference between the two. I highly recommend!!

Brought my dress shoes in for just a shine. That was two weeks ago. They cannot find my shoes. They…read morewere actually supposed to be ready in two days. More than that, even though they took my number down, I've had to be the one to call every few days to check. Everytime I called it was like starting over. Terrible custom service. *Update* So I find out that the people working the desk are just fill ins because the manager and the owner who usually runs the business are out of town. I finally speak with the owner about the issue. He then asked for ANOTHER week to find my shoes (on a Fri). Gracefully, i oblige and they leave a message that Sun saying they have my shoes. I come in a WEEK later to pick up the shoes, and they hadn't been touched . He asks for fifteen minutes to shine them wasting more of my time. Bruh. Well, I ask "I dont need to pay for these right?" He replied "whatever you want to do" as if its still an option. As I leave with my shoes, he gives me a snarky goodbye as well. After months of patience with their mistake. Terrible business practice if I've ever seen it. Never again.

iWash 365 Laundromat

3.9

(39 reviews)

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I was extremely happy with the service, result and how quickly the turnaround was. Price was…read morereasonable It was for the washing of a king size comforter. I will use them again

Ok so our dryer stopped working and it's been years since I've been to a laundry mat I mean years…read morelike college days!! Lol I had no clue as to what I was doing simply lost! However, customers inside was very friendly to help me in drying our clothes lol I'd say it's a good place to go. However , if you have your own and if gives out I do recommend coming here until yours is fixed.

Modern Cleaners

5.0

(3 reviews)

Prices very competitive and service exemplary . Quality is very good and good customer service…read more Lady at the front desk very polite and professional.

Good service and value . Pleasant and personable staff . I would recommend this businessread more

Liberty's Cleaners

4.1

(17 reviews)

Great job. Nice vibe. Great cleaners and value…read more They also sew and mend clothes Very happy to have used them.

Good cleaner, good service! Turn around times are very reasonable. Good choice for your dry…read morecleaning needs!

Jae's Alteration Shop

4.8

(34 reviews)

Friendly service. Excellent workmanship. Fast turn around time. Free parking. They can handle any…read moresewing project. I've used the. Fir many things. Mother of the bride alterations. Replaced zippers , to simple repairs. Reasonable prices too.

I wish I had taken pictures of the clothes that we had taken in for repair. I had a very expensive…read moresoft silk sweater that have kept in my closet for 2 years because it had a hole in the back of it. It was repaired so beautifully that I can't even tell where it was and I'm extremely impressed. My husband also had a very expensive sweater that our dog chewed a hole in and it was also repaired without being able to see where that was done. I will definitely be taking anything I need for alteration or repair to the shop going forward. I am super impressed!.

Tailoring by Teresa

5.0

(6 reviews)

This whole process was flawless. My MOB dress was too long and too big in the upper back area. She…read moremade it look like it was custom made for me. She is professional and friendly. She had the dress ready within a week for reasonable price.

She couldn't help me, but responded quickly and recommended other places. I appreciated her…read moreresponse and help!

Laundry Done

5.0

(1 review)

Very nice and helpful staff. Great customer service and a great environment to be in.read more

From the owner: We are one of the only private wash and fold laundry services in Wilmington for $1.89 lb. Laundry…read moreDone offers pickup and drop off, as well as delivery right to your door. We follow almost any special request you have for us and will do our best to make sure your laundry experience is the best.

Clean Laundry

5.0

(2 reviews)

Clean Laundry is the best!!! Have used them since they opened and they always do an outstanding…read morejob. How nice to save time by having our laundry done for us, plus picked up and delivered. Can't beat that deal. Highly recommend this service and this company!

Excellent service! Great pick up and delivery of laundry. Would highly recommend that you try this…read moreservice out you will not regret it.

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Madison R.

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6 years ago

I have brought my shoes here a few times and they truly look and feel brand new every time I get them back. They are efficient, talented, timely, and polite. read more

Ingrid V.

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5 years ago

Repaired my sandals beautifully