*Cash Only Business*…read more I brought in a very nice pair of Florsheim shoes. The heels were worn and there were shoe nailheads coming up through the sole. It took him two days, but he replaced both heels with Vibrams and replaced the nails under the sole with better ones. They were also cleaned and polished. Excellent work overall, no complaints. $200 shoes repaired for $30. Way better than buying a new set.

Dependable and friendly business doing its best to accommodate customers with traditional quality…read moreservices.

Talented guy. Fixed some unique boots that were coming apart and also fixed some leather pants that…read morestitching can undone. Super fair pricing and quick service! Will definitely be coming back! Apparently he does way more than just shoes and leather too!

I brought in a nice pair of work shoes, almost 2 years old. The black leather uppers were still in…read moregood shape, but the sole of 1 foot had worn through and cracked, and the other was not far behind. Similarly for the insoles. The cobbler, a man of few words, took a look and showed me what he could do, replacing the forefoot with a sturdy Vibram and replacing the insoles with much better quality. He said they would be ready in two weeks and they were. Excellent craftsmanship at a fair price, with a little dry humor thrown in. I've worn them about a month now, including in yesterday's downpour. All good and he gave the leather uppers such a deep polish that they look as good as when I bought them. This shop is a gem.

I took a pair of designer shoes here for a complicated repair. It took longer than expected but it…read morewas because the first time, when I picked up the shoe, the issue was not fixed and I had to leave it there for a longer time. The price was fair I thought. I'd just be sure you're very clear on what needs to be done with your item and check the item thoroughly before you pick up for good.

They really helped me fix my $200 sneakers, gave me a great creative and cost effective solution -…read morethe mesh was breaking in the toes, and they sewed it up and placed a very soft piece of leather inside the sneakers where the toe is - he asked me to try them on first and make sure they're comfortable, and come to me if I have any issues or questions! Amazing customer service, really kind and helpful!

Expensive. Was quoted more for heel replacement than the shoes were worth. I think reusing and…read morefixing up worn products is worthwhile but only when it makes fiscal sense.

Brought in a pair of hand-made leather boots for new heels. Not a cheap repair but well worth it…read more The shop is a one-man show, and the contents and 'organization' of the interior are as eccentric as he is! Piles of luggage, shoes, vintage leather jackets, even musical instruments spill out over the shelves and bins, with better merchandise squirreled away in a side room that only the owner can access. I almost bought a used clarinet with many extras and a beautiful case for $30. You'll be hard-pressed to leave with just your perfectly-repaired shoes.

I remember coming here when I was a kid- it's amazing when I opened the door same smell!…read more So I took my daughter here to get the heels on her cowboy boots shaved down a bit so she can line dance in them- he was amazing! They were done the same day! Glad he is still in business!!

I am a big Yelper and saw the negative reviews here but went inside anyway. Cobblers are a rarer…read morecraft these days, and I very much respect this old trade. I wanted to see for myself what this place was like. The gentleman was awesome during a weekday afternoon; I had a backpack strap repair and he graciously did it for me right away and at a very reasonable price. His shop seems very legitimate with lots of output. I feel very comfortable recommending that you give this place a try if you need this service.

I recommend David's Shoe Repair to our customers all of the time! I own a high end resale shop in…read moreStoneham and I have brought in so many pieces through the years I have lost count! Whether it is to stitch a bag, touch up color, re-sole, clean a piece, etc it is always done well and I am thrilled with the outcome. He is very talented, super familiar with the high end bags, shoes (i.e. Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Christian Louboutin, etc). 10 out of 10!

I've had tons of shoes shined, bags repaired, soles replaced and shoes stretched…read more I would go to no one else, this place is the real deal. Fabulous work, many thanks!

I brought in a $500 pair of shoes to get the strap altered. The man working made a lot of snarky…read morecomments. Some of the comments being "Do you understand how physics works." And " there's no point to alter the strap because your foot will slide." When I handed over the shoe, they were still strapped together. I had offered to help him undo the strap, and he decided to look at me and go "What" with a rude demeanor. He then punched a hole into the strap, not listening to where I wanted. When he handed it back to me to try it on for sizing. I realized that it wouldn't slide anymore because he ripped the inside of the strap. I handed it back to him so he could fix it and instead he decided to cut it more and add another hole. The right shoe now has more holes than the left. When me and my mom were talking he kept saying that the right shoe would need another hole and decided to just punch it in without my knowledge. I didn't think he would do something without my okay, but that was furthest from the truth. He not only didn't apologize for the damages he caused. The whole time that I was in there he seemed very inconvenienced and it felt very rushed. I could tell he just wanted to do it as fast as possible so we would leave him alone. He could have told us that he didn't have time and to either make an appointment or come back later. I am happy I wasn't charged, but he caused damages that I will never be able to fix without having to redo the whole strap. I wouldn't be able to buy this shoe again because they no longer make them. Although the damage may be small to the inside it was more the fact he wasn't kind from the beginning and I never got an apology from his mistakes. I understand that he has done this for a long time and knows what he is talking about however he took what I said and completely disregarded it and chose to do whatever he wanted.

Service with a smile! my husband has been using the cobbler in Danvers Square for years... After a…read morevery recent interaction where the cobbler not only jacked up his prices but also got verbally argumentative with my husband... We were at a loss. I found this place and great yelp reviews only confirmed my decision. They were spot on. Fair pricing, fast service, incredibly friendly and honest so happy to have found them and support a local business doing it right!

1.Finding a master craftsman who actually respects your time and your wallet is like finding a…read moreneedle in a haystack, but this shop is the real deal. Most places tell you to leave your shoes for a week and charge you a fortune, but this business operates on a different level. He provides an "outstanding" result with a same-day service that is almost unheard of in this day and age. 2. The "while-you-wait" experience is a total game-changer. You walk in with a pair of boots that look like they belong in the bin--soles peeling, heels ground down to the nub--and you sit down for a few minutes while the magic happens. There's no fancy waiting room, just the honest smell of leather and the sound of machines bringing your footwear back to life right in front of your eyes. 3. What really stands out is the precision. Even though he's working fast to get you back on the street, he doesn't cut corners. He handles the sanding, the gluing, and the stitching with a level of detail that makes the shoes look better than they did the day they came out of the box. He's a surgeon with a hammer, and his "vision" for what a shoe can be is truly impressive. 4. For someone who is "broke" or just trying to be smart with their money, this shop is a financial blessing. He understands that a good pair of shoes is an investment you can't afford to lose. Instead of forcing you to buy a cheap new pair that will fall apart in a month, he gives your quality shoes a second life for a fraction of the cost. 5. Ultimately, it's about the "Vision" of the business: high-speed, high-quality, and high-integrity. You walk out with a fresh shine and a solid grip on the pavement, feeling like a million bucks without having spent it. If you need your shoes fixed right and you need them fixed now, don't go anywhere else. This man is a local legend.

My friend dropped off a handbag at this shop and was quoted $150 for a repair which seemed…read moreexorbitant, but she went ahead and made a deposit of $75. Her husband then became gravely ill and passed away. Several months later she returned to pick up her bag and was told that he no longer had it and that it had been "donated". He also expected her to pay the other $75...?! So $150 and no bag....? When she explained her husband had become ill and passed away, and she was only now able to retrieve the bag, he became irate, saying he "had things going on in his life too"...As others have shared, this man is unhinged, angry and overdue for retirement. Save your money and your mental health and go elsewhere.