I've been there twice for completely different reasons: first, to repair my garden tool belt which he stitched back together beautifully and second, to glue the sole of my boot, which will probably last longer than the boot itself. Excellent work, highly recommended. read more

The gentleman was warm & welcoming! I had a special request and short time frame. He was reassuring and accommodating! Something you don't find much these days! Thank You kind Sir! Support your Small Local Businesses read more

5 stars for a job that might have been a first for them. I bought a tactical vest for my chihuahua and it was too big. Only at a cobblers would there be industrial strength machines to do the job. I'm 100% satisfied. This is a family business that recently suffered a tragic loss. Please be kind and understanding to the family. I want to encourage the owners to close the place for a week. Pull out the old carpet. Polish the concrete floors and scrub scrub scrub. Make shoe shine stalls. We're all missing the old school style of cobbler shop. Much love. read more

Margate Cobbler Shop - Cobbler permanently changed a medium tactical vest into a small. Thanks a bunch! - Shoe Repair Near Me - Margate, Florida

I've noticed recently that the prices had skyrocketed and quality had gone downhills. I remember having new heels and soles installed on half a dozen pairs of shoes for around $50. This time, I was charged $48 for two sets of toe tips (just a small triangle at the shoe tips) and one set of small rubber heels. I would have to pay $35 to cover the whole bottom. You may think it's worth it if your shoes are expensive and worth saving :) Mine unfortunately are nice, but definitely not worth $35 to fix. Also, the shop smells like a giant ashtray. Dont bring the kids in. read more

Great service and quality work I've brought many a pair of shoes here to be saved and 99% of the time they were able to do it :)

A quaint little shoe store that brings back nostalgia in the environment and the friendly personnel who you can tell really know their business. A girlfriend of mine stopped in there are a number of times on my suggestion. Truly, except for sometimes not being ready on time, the work was always good. And if something was not quite the way you were expecting it differently , they make it right. They even do some custom work because she had thongs that when they are new she found painful between her toes to hold them on so the cobbler came up with an idea and wrapped leather which he hammered to make soft around the thong part! On another expensive pair of sandals the toe part of the sold wore off quicker than the rest and he grounded away the old worn section and fitted leather toe soles of it perfectly That alone should tell you enough about old world craftsmanship. She brings every shoe she has the slightest problem with to them which saves a lot of money from having to buy new shoes prematurely. It's a shame many older cell businesses have gone out of business because they can't make a profit in a disposable society because people like this really had a talent! read more

Great work fixing a pair of worn shoes to nearly new condition. Before you throw them away, take them to the shop and see what they can do.

I have done business with this company for over 20 years, I highly recommend there services. Thank you John (and your parents, quality service and customer friendly) read more

Cobbler. What a funny word! It's a word you don't even think about until you have a shoe that's making you hobble, then you think "Hobble hobble, I need a cobble-(r)." Seriously though, if you need shoe repair, or even plastic zipper repair, this shop can handle it. They do a great job! Just dont stay in the shop too long, or you'll get high from the fumes. ;o) read more

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I came here in desperate need to repair my Gucci handbag, my strap got caught in my car door and unraveled. I really did stumble upon this place because it's in my neighborhood. The owner was very friendly, he told me that the shop is family owner and was passed down generations. He told me that he could fix my handbag strap and with a sigh of relief I sat patiently and waited for him to finish. He completed the job in about 20 minutes and I was impressed. They also do shoe repair and basically can fix any leather goods. I'm glad that I found this place because he's a life saver. I paid $20 compared to the $400 it would cost to replace my strap in the Gucci store. read more

I have been going to the cobbler for years . He is one of the best . There isn't a shoe nor bag he hasn't been able to make like new . He has magic hands . God blessed him . read more

Top notch shoe repair professionals, always go above and beyond of any shoe repair request I had.

My family has been going here for years. The price is on point and the quality is too. Just had a heel replaced ($30) and the bottom sold replaced ($35) on leather boots. I can tell these shoes will last a while. The work is exceptional. He also conditions your leather free with service. I'll be heading back in to fix my purse strap. Nice guy and great service! read more

I need to get all my new shoes stretched to adjust them for my badly deformed toes. Sometimes it works; often it doesn't. When I left two pair of expensive brand new shoes at Margate Cobbler Shop, I was impressed at their craftsmanship, knowledge and speed. The shoes were ready in three days. One pair went on smooth as butter. They were eager for me to try them on while still in the store to make sure they fit. When I was not 100% happy with the second pair they sprayed it with some kind of liquid while I had them on, so they conformed more with my foot. They explained that since the tops were a leather-look fabric and not the real stuff, they only had a limited amount of stretch. I appreciated their concern and extra effort. This is really old-fashioned service, and I will return. By the way, their prices are very reasonable. And they recondition leather handbags too! read more

This has been the best cobbler I have ever been to. Quality like no other. Fare prices with the quality better than new. Takes time to polish and make his customers happy. I have been a faithful customer for over 15 years. Take my cowboy boots every summer to get polished and ready to rest for the summer. He replaces heels, fixes soles and sandals and dies fantastic work. A family owned business that takes pride in his work! read more

Totally messed up my purse. Over charged for repairs. My purse is ruined. I would not recommend anyone to come here. Buyers beware!!!

Good Old Fashion quality service! They are priced well, good all around! Got a spot out of my leather Gucci bag.

Brought shoes in to glue one sole and a suitcase to replace a telescoping handle.. Didn't get done on the day promised. Didn't get a call as promised. Changed the "ready date" for a week later. Went to the store to pick up my things on Sat. Not open. Called back following week, said had not been fixed. Two people in front of me walked out dissatisfied. Picked up shoe and suitcase and will go somewhere else. read more

Been going here for years. They take pride in their work and it shows. They always make sure you are happy with what you get and try to help you out as much as possible. Very honest and genuinely nice people. Brought in a leather purse I bought in Italy a few years ago and got a stain on it. Looks as if nothing happened to it and it was conditioned for me free (as they do with anything you bring always). I have also had shoes fixed here and walk out happy every time. read more

Great job on my Rockports. They are just like new again and I can feel the arch support again too. Saved me a ton of money having to buy another pair. Thanks John! read more

We should have listened to other reviewers. I took a camera case to have the inserts tacked and give them EXACT measurements. When I picked it up, they were 1/2 inch off. They developed an unpleasant attitude and refused to correct their admitted mistake. Beware of this shop.... read more

WORST EXPERIENCE EVER! These people stole my $300 Coach boots. I brought them in for repairs, and not only did they damage them irreparably during what was supposed to be a simple zipper fix but they refused to correct the damage. I filed a complaint at the Better Business Bureau stating I wanted compensation for my damaged boots since they refused to correct their mistake but they said they couldn't force the shop to do anything since they were not law enforcement. I then went to the C.S.police but the very rude and difficult to deal with owner lied to them and made it seem like I was choosing not to pay for a job well done. Owner refused to return my boots. Instead of spending a substantial amount of time, money, and energy on a law suit, I reluctantly decided to let this one go. But I am writing this review to warn all future patrons, or should I say victims, to STAY AWAY FROM MARGATE COBBLER SHOP. read more