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    University Shoe Repair

    4.7 (48 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

    Services - University Shoe Repair

    Shoe cleaning

    Shoe repair

    Shoe resoling

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    Nice to see a place open before posted time!
    Alfred F.

    Out of state for my daughter's wedding, I had a pair of shoes that desperately needed a shine. With no recommendations available from my hotel, I looked on Yelp and found University Shoe Repair. Listed as being open at 9 AM, they were open five minutes before hand... A good sign. The gentleman behind the counter stopped what he was doing and took my shoes in for the shine, saying they would be done within 10 minutes. They were actually done within five, and looked fantastic. Less than 10 minutes, and I was on my way! Bravo, you have my thanks and my recommendation.

    Custom Made Genuine Leather with Style ‼Thank you!

    University Shoe Repair is always my "Go To" for all things repair but now I'm even more excited! I no longer have to wait until I travel internationally for Great custom made Genuine Leather Sandals. Gary is the Real Deal. I wore my very stylish and comfortable custom made sandals through the airport and during my travels. I even find when I have to run to the store, they are the first Shoe I slip into. Thank you University Shoe Repair! I look forward to more styles in the

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    Marie M.

    I have been a customer of this shoe repair store for over fifteen years. It has always been family owned and a small location, but what they lack in space, they truly make up in quality of work, pricing and excellence in customer relations. Gary and David are a dynamic duo who have pumped new blood, if you will; and the seamstresses are a great asset as well. It's amazing to have the reassurance that when you absolutely love a pair of shoes, a handbag, belt or something in your wardrobe, instead of getting rid of it, you can have it repaired or readjusted at a minimal cost. I don't know why it's taken me so long to review them, but our recent experience was over-the-top! Mami had a pair of shoes that she really uses often, but for some unknown, inexplicable reason (which she insists her foot-- only her right one mind you-- has lost weight) does not fit her any longer. Because she lives several miles away and doesn't drive alone much anymore, she sent the shoe with me to get adjusted. Gary looked at it, and being that it had to be cut, he said he needed her there for sizing, as he didn't want to risk the shoe being cut too much and her not being able to wear it again. I thought that was really wise and so we went back the following Saturday. It was a little busy toward the end of business day, but Gary took care of us in his very professional and patient manner. He sized the shoe, had her parade around, cut it, glued it back together; but not before he first brought out a pair of inner sole pads to see if raising her foot just a tad would make the difference prior to cutting. It did not, but the fact that Gary makes alternative attempts at resolution was proof enough of his genuine customer care for us and so our entire family will not patronize any other shoe repair/alterations place, but will unequivocally promote this small business establishment that stands tall above the rest!

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    3 months ago

    There's no shoe repair like University. There's nothing they can't do. Talent and Customer Service prevails!!!!

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    2 years ago

    Amazing service! Quick! Tons of knowledge and willing to pass it on. I highly recommend this place.

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    4 years ago

    Extremely professional, reliable fantastic work. Prices are the best and so is the service.

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    9 years ago

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    Thank you so much for the kind review, Marie! We hope to see you soon!

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    Thanks for the great review, Talisha! Hope to see you again!

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    8 years ago

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    5 years ago

    Got the soles on pair of shoes repaired. Price was good and job well done. Staff friendly and offered suggestions.

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    Thank you, Anthony! Always a pleasure!

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    Thank you, Paul! We appreciate you!

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    Thank you, Joy! We are glad to service your needs!

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    Quality work. Affordable prices. Honest owner. Ready on time.

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    Thanks, Catherine! We are happy you loved your “new” shoes!

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    Thank you so much, Marslean! Hope to see you again soon!

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    Thank you so much Mayrelis!

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    Thank you, Kathleen! Glad to be of service!

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    Thank you, Jessica!

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    Glad we can help, Stephanie! Thank you!

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    Thank you, Jane! Hope to see you soon!

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    12 years ago

    The repair quality is top notch. They are super nice people. Great alteration service, quick and on time.

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    Fashion Alterations and Shoe Repair

    Fashion Alterations and Shoe Repair

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    Brought my favorite sandals and diaper bag to get fixed…read more The issue with my sandals was that the gold plating on the open front toe area was starting to lift slightly (other sandal was fine) I thought they could just use some type of really good shoe glue to fix the problem but the guy said it was best to nail down the gold plating on both the shoes despite there being no problem with the other foot for preventive reasons, made a lot of sense so I said ok. Issue with my diaper bag was that the front pull tab was missing and because the pull tabs on all the zippers are identical with company logo on it, I wanted them to match. So I had them take pull tab from the inside zipper to place on the missing front pull tab zipper and use a generic pull tab for the inside zipper where no one will really see it. Ok so they did everything according to how we discussed but not in a clean neat manner. The nails he used to nail down the gold plating on my sandals are silver?! You'd think gold nails would be used so it'll blend in nicely so that really annoyed me. Next annoying rant was my diaper bag looked really dirty it had lint all on the bottom from sitting on the shelf and had dirt stains on the sides! I dropped this bag off in like new condition. I had to go home and hand wash the dirtiness off my bag. I was charged $25 in total for the fixtures. Which I wouldn't have mind if they actually paid more attention to details and handled my items as if they were their own. Poor negligence definitely don't recommend this place. Go elsewhere.

    What a FIND. I had hair color staid on a pair of shoes. The shoemaker made the shoes look like…read morebrand new. I can't wait to bring my alterations there. This place is wonderful!!!'nn

    University Shoe Repair - shoerepair - Updated July 2026

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