If you are looking for en expert in this craft look no further. There are so many alteration places but this one is by far THE BEST! Tatiana is a true professional- honest- reliable and such a very competitive with pricing. Next time you need alterations please let them know, you won't be sorry! read more

Great service did not disappoint for my wedding dress. Will definitely be back with other projects

I came in a couple of weeks ago to have three pairs of pants hemmed. When I arrived, there was a customer ahead of me being helped, so I waited patiently. I noticed that the woman at the front desk was very attentive and polite with the customer before me (an older Caucasian woman). However, when it was my turn, her attitude toward me was noticeably different. She wasn't very friendly and didn't seem interested in providing good service. She quickly asked how long I wanted the hems, I showed her, and she gave me a pick-up date without double-checking measurements or confirming details. It felt very rushed and impersonal. When I returned two weeks later to pick up my pants, the same woman seemed confused about my order and the pickup date. She told me the total was $75 for three pairs, which I already thought was on the higher end, but I decided to try them anyway based on the positive Yelp reviews. When I went to pay with my credit card, she abruptly told me it was cash only, which caught me off guard especially since that was never mentioned when I dropped the pants off. Luckily, I happened to have enough cash on me. When I got home and tried on my pants, I was extremely disappointed to find that all three pairs were hemmed to different lengths. For the price they charge, I expected much better craftsmanship and customer service. Unfortunately, that wasn't the case. Overall, this experience was very frustrating from start to finish, poor communication, unprofessional service, and trash work. I won't be returning and would not recommend this place to others read more

Tatiana (spelling?) was very helpful when I came in with some emergency alterations. I had less than 24 hours to tailor two suit jackets. She was able to turn them both around the same day, and the fit is great. The price was a little higher than I expected but totally worth the quick turnaround. I will come back here again when I need something done right! read more

With past owners the service was impeccable and it was affordable. But the other day I went in and I just couldn't click with them. Even though we both spoke Russian, the two ladies were cold, judgmental and overall uninformed. It seemed like they wanted to walk away from the job. I had to pulled them back each time and say "And I need this taken in, and this shortened" "Wait! Now the matching blazer" etc. As if they couldn't take one step back and take a look at the overall outfit and tell me what needed to be accomplished in order for the outfit to look right. It was like pulling teeth, telling them what needed fixing and where. After I put my clothes go back on and she sswas finished she added up the estimate, the amount was so colossal that the feeling was that they simply were not interested in repeat business. I challenge you to prove me wrong. read more

It's tough to find a seamstress you can trust with your most valuable items. I've had a lot of luxury designer pieces hemmed and altered by Tatiana and her work is always exceptional. She understands fabric, fit and quality construction and doesn't take shortcuts. I also find her services are fairly priced and appreciate the convenient location. Highly recommend! read more

Giving this place no star. I came in to get a 2 inch whole on my pants and she says she'll get it done the next day. I call later that same day and ask what time should I come in to pick it up. She says " come in anytime" so I come in the next day an hour after she opens. She tells me it's not done come back in 1 hour. If she can do it in 1 hour and she had a day to do it and she didn't do it, how can I react? So I just took my pants and went somewhere else. This place is not reliable. If you have an important meeting or function and you need to get an alteration on you cloths, don't go here. She might not get it done on the day she says. Again she is not reliable AT ALL. DO NOT GO HERE. I did not want to give her a star but this app requires me to. So she gets 1 read more

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Very reliable and exquisite work! Have been going to them for years to hem pants; they have always been great. However, I never knew just how amazing they are until they altered some very fancy Indian clothes (length of top, shoulders, size of waist, length of dress) so that they fit my daughter perfectly!!! read more

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If you are looking for a talented seamstress to do a spectacular job, look no further! Tatiana and her team are simply exquisite and will take care of all your needs. My family and I have been going to Tatiana for a couple of years for alterations of all sorts (pants, jackets, dresses, etc). Her work is always perfect. Her attention to detail is a real stand-out. Most recently, she worked her magic for my wedding. First of all, for my wedding dress, she did everything and the final product was breath-taking! When I first came to her, my dress was large and the hem was crooked - she took care of everything, the fit (bringing in the waist and raising the back), the length, the bustle, the sleeves, and more. When I brought my dress, the sleeves weren't fitting comfortably, she did all the delicate sewing on the sleeves, making them fit beautifully and even added applique to ensure that I loved the look. She also provided guidance and advice on fit and styling. She was patient and supportive in creating the perfect bustle. At the end, I felt like a princess in my dress! Second, she completely constructed my mother's dress for my wedding. Utilizing an less than ideal fitting dress and extra fabric, Tatiana created a work of art that was red-carpet ready. She helped my mother figure out the style that she wanted and then brought that vision to life. The fit and the quality of the work was unparalleled. If you are looking for a true professional who can do it all - go here! Tatiana and her team will take care of everything! read more

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You really need a new front desk person. This woman was rude, condescending, and dismissive when I asked if dress alterations could be done in one week. She gave me a different date which I would've considered but decided against handing over a precious item to someone who seemed so eager to get rid of me. read more

Unfortunately the employee here was so rude, no patience and over charging incredibly high I came in to have my a dress trimmed and no questions asked she started to pin the dress when I asked her how much would it be she quoted me $150! I'm sorry but that is almost as much as the dress cost! When I told her this she was very upset and told me I wasted her time. I ended up finding a place that did a great job for half that price! I know that it's prom season but no one should get away with price gauging! read more

Recommended. Very professional, incredible work quality and price. Tania was very helpful on all aspects of my fiancee wedding dress. Result was above our expectations and we were very pleased with it. read more

Whoever is working the phones need to be let go. I called in all I get is a "Hello?" Not a "Hi thank you for calling so and so" just crappy, janky customer service. She gave nasty attitude because she couldn't hear me. Then she cutt me off saying "no sorry we can't do it in that timely manner" 0/10 read more

Great local place to get your jeans hemmed. I came in here last week to get two pair of jeans cut - one original and the other just hem. Both came out great and fast! I was able to pick up my jeans the next day! Reasonable prices for great quality. read more

I needed a place to get my pants altered and it was the perfect place to go! Very quick customer service, paid $20 (cash) and came back a week to pick it up. Definitely would come again read more

Laura did an amazing job with my wedding dress! She did so much from adjusting the straps to be thinner, taking it in and shortening it, getting rid of excess material on the front, lowering the back..i had to postpone my wedding due to COVID-19 so I ended up not liking it when I saw it 10 months later..and she transformed the entire thing..it looked like a completely different dress once she was done with it! I loved it! She is so sweet thank you so much Laura! I will forever come back for all my alteration needs read more

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Laura was super responsive, professional, and is an expert at her craft. She took my sample wedding gown (which was probably about 3-4 sizes too large) and modified it to fit my petite frame. I came in for about 2 fittings and she was timely and communicative throughout the process. I look forward to continuing to use her alterations services in the future! read more

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I am giving this place 1 star simply because she was trying to overcharge me. When I came in, I asked for a pair of jeans to be taken in at the waist. She quoted me $50 which I thought was rather expensive but figured she was giving me the honest price. The next day, I called and pretended to be an inquiring customer and asked how much does she charge to take in a pair of jeans at the waist and she quoted me $40. Needless to say, I picked up my jeans and found a much cheaper place in San Mateo called Alterations to Go. read more

I'm a big procrastinator and had a dress that needed alterations last minute... like day before I needed it last minute. I called when they opened, came in to get my dress altered, paid 20% to get it done day of, and when I came back that afternoon it fit me like a glove!! I thought I needed to hem the dress but when I tried it on there they said the length was fine (so prevented me from cutting when I didn't need to). They are so affordable (even with that 20% rush charge), definitely coming back to get all of my clothing altered here. Just make sure to bring clothes to change into and the shoes you're gonna be wearing with whatever you're getting altered. My dress fit perfectly for my engagement photos. read more

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This is my second review for this place, and like I said the first time, I'd give it six stars if I could. I'm by no means a "regular" guy when it comes to clothing. 5'7 and on the heavier side. Practically anything I buy, underwear and socks notwithstanding, has to be altered one way or another. I went to this place about a year and half ago on a recommendation from a friend to alter my new clothes before a long overseas trip and honestly will never go anywhere else as long as these ladies are in business. Tatiana is a magician! I don't know how she does what she does and don't really care either. What I do care about is that every time I put on clothes they fix for me, I look good. Not just ok, but good. Good and confident. That being said, I really don't get all the negative reviews here. Yes, Tatiana can be at times stern in her own unique Slavic way, but it's not rudness or bad customer service. First of all, you are not paying for these people to smile at you. You are paying to leave there and look like a million bucks. I have previously gone to quite a few places with outstanding customer service.... and went home with pants ending slightly above my ankles. While I do appreciate the art of late great Michael Jackson, I just don't have the physique to pull off that look. Where was I? Oh... Second: they are busy!!! You might not see a line of customers all the time, but just look at the amount of items hanging behind the counter, waiting to be picked up. It's packed. Always! I walked in to the back by mistake, the first time I was there. There is three times as much! At least. They are busy for a reason - They are AWESOME at what they do! To finalize: if you want top-notch quality work - go there. You will not regret it and become a long-term client. Guaranteed. read more

Laura was wonderful! I brought my wedding dress to get taken in at the waist and to remove the train. She did it in the time frame quoted and for a very reasonable price! It's perfect now! Thank you, Laura! read more

Tatiana and her team of seamstresses worked magic on my wedding dress. And while she had to reschedule some fittings, she still got everything done in a timely manner. I felt like a princess on my wedding day. I would highly recommend her services for simple alterations to the most complex. They are very skilled. read more

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Professional, skilled and reliable. I highly recommend this place. I have had pants hemmed, a coat shortened and a sweater defect fixed. All vary well done. read more

Nothing redeeming about this place. Slow. Rude. Expensive. Ruined a $300 pair of Mother jeans by not doing an original hem properly. The people are so terribly unfriendly. Don't ruin your clothes--take them somewhere else. Go to Luxury Alterations in San Mateo. They're cheaper, friendlier, faster and produce better results. read more

Had a last minute wedding to attend and cuz of covid, had to scramble for the right attire. I had trouble finding my size so I bought things a bit bigger and came here to size-in my measurements. Turnaround time was A+ and the workmanship was great! read more

I started using Alterations to Go 3yrs ago, Tatiana and rest of staff are professional, and experts at all they do. I am 5'2", most of my work clothes require adjustments, and the quality of work from AtG is superb. read more

I use them all the time and always forget to write a review! They've done everything from a jeans hem to turning a dress into a skirt and shirt I love way more than the original piece. If you don't know what you need to improve your garment, they'll have good advice- I only go here for my tailoring and probably wouldn't trust another place at this point!. read more

The proprietor and her team are amazing at alterations, they exceed even the best NYC tailors I have used. Had new clothes done and rejuvenated last year's wardrobe. I wouldn't go anywhere else. read more

The employee was so rude and not welcoming at all! Overcharges way too much! Went to a different alteration place in Millbrae for way cheaper and they did an amazing job. Do NOT go here- horrible horrible customer service and the employee even made a racial slur towards me- disgusting! read more

One shop told me that a dress alteration I was requesting was not possible because of the material of the dress. I reached out to Alterations To Go and they said they could do. So I took a chance and brought it. And it turned out exactly like what I envisioned and better. Quick turn around too! Highly recommend this place! read more

Laura did it again - perfect fast downsizing job on a pile of summer t shirts and a dressy blouse for my last minute travels to a Gala event. I meant to write a review long time ago, but never enough time. But this express excellent work reminded me again why I keep driving to Burlingame from the north of San Francisco to Laura's alteration shop. Many ears ago I reached out for Laura's help with alteration need for my expensive evening dress on a referral of a coworker. Without much explanation from my side, she studied the situation in a fitting room and I received a perfect fit as a result. She then did an awesome job on repairing my husband's leather jacket. Skirts, blouses and trousers thereafter. I was mostly impressed by her expertise and skills after she did a perfect seamless recutting and downsizing work on my father's very expensive silk Japan made suits. He lost substantial weight and shrank a bit over the years, so these suits were just sitting in the wardrobe. After the alterations he was able to wear them at the World Gymnastics Championship Award ceremonies, presenting medals, looking elegant and stylish, as I watched him on the TV screen. I referred many of my friends to Laura - every one is very happy. It has been almost 20 years now, and I remain Laura's loyal and grateful customer. Thank you so much! read more

Lovely & efficient seamstress! Thanks & will surely be back again for shortening jeans or trousers.

My family and I have been going to Laura for alterations for more than 20 years. It all started with my prom dress in high school. Then there were the dress pants for job interviews and bridesmaid dresses for friends' weddings. Last week I needed Laura to extensively tailor my embroidered floral wedding dress, including shortening the shoulder straps, taking in the waist, hemming all five layers of the tulle skirt, and creating a bustle in the back. I completely trusted her with my expensive wedding gown and she did a fantastic job in only five days! Laura even found the time to hem my mother's gown for my wedding. While she did charge extra for the last minute rush, it was totally worth it compared to the four months lead time and higher prices that tailors in NYC requested. I highly recommend Laura at Alterations To Go! read more

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Laura is absolutely amazing!! She is by far the best seamstress I've ever been to. The quality of my clothes are even better than the original now! She will be my only seamstress from now on! Thank you Laura! read more

They were amazing! I needed my pants altered for graduation and they were able to make the pant legs smaller in just a few days. I'm so glad I was able to find a place I can trust and go to! read more

Unfriendly, cold demeanor. Work took longer than I'd expect for simple hemming. Surprised to find that hemming jeans costs $40, cash only which was a major pain. Didn't cut off enough for one pair of my pants, didn't feel like what she measured me for. For this level of expense, I'd expect them to measure both legs since one of my legs is a tiny bit longer than the other (a professional suit tailor once told me). But she didn't. Did a serviceable job which is why I gave them 3 stars. Going to look for another place for my alternations. read more

Highly recommend this place if you need alterations done. Tatiana is a wonderful person and a fantastic seamstress, she did a great job getting my skirt fixed in a short amount of time and very reasonably priced. read more

Tatiana did an amazing work altering my wedding gown! She was very patient and paid attention to lots of details when I brought the dress to her a week from the wedding day (my fault!). Despite the super short of notice, she finished altering my wedding gown on time and it fits beautifully. When I was fitting the altered gown, she kept saying congratulations to me with very genuine smiles - so heartwarming. I would highly recommend Tatiana to anyone who needs an alteration. She is the best!! read more

I ordered a dress online to find that it was way too long and didn't fit me as I wished in certain areas. I called and someone was there to answer all my questions . I asked the seamstress to shorten the bottom and bring up the shoulder area which would bring up the midsection, as both were too long/big. My dress was ready earlier than expected on the pick up day. When I put it on, it fit exactly as I wanted and she did exactly what I wanted. I can say that I really trust their work and won't hesitate the next time I need something altered. Thank you for making me feel good in my dress! read more

This was the absolute worst experience I have ever had with any business. They are awful with their customer service, their bookkeeping, and their work. My wife and I had been there about 4 times for simple jobs - the work was fine, and they seemed nice. They ask for payment up-front, which I always gave along with a tip. So when I was charged $170 for 3 button-up shirt hems, 1 cuff hem, 1 sleeve hem, and 1 trouser hem, it seemed high but I was in a hurry and I gave them $180 in cash. When I returned to pick up my items, I dropped 2 more shirts off and gave them $40 in advance of that work. When I started to leave, they say, "what about the $170 you owe?" I said I already paid. They said "no you didn't." I said "I absolutely paid, don't you remember, I gave you $180 cash, you counted it in front of my face, and I made a joke about not trusting me." They wouldn't believe me! I finally convinced them I paid, but at that point I was miffed, so I asked for my shirts back and said I'd take them elsewhere. They give me the shirts back, but refused to give me the $40! Ugh! Finally they reluctantly give me the $40 back. When I get home... the work is terrible! The shirt hems are all totally straight across and uneven, some even point up at the front, which is really odd. They don't follow the proper curvature of a button-up shirt. I call them about this, and Tatyana says she'll send me a check for a refund. No check arrives... I see her coincidentally in the mall, and say I'm still waiting for the refund. "Oh, my boss says she has to see the shirts first." Except she never contacted me to inform me of this. I bring the shirts in a week or 2 later, but unfortunately the manager isn't there. Tatyana blatantly lies to me about the hems: "I asked you how you wanted them and you said you didn't care." This is absolutely NOT true. She NEVER asked me. I specifically said "the front and back should be the same length, I don't want a longer shirt tail." I ask her why it was so expensive, and she tallies up the charges and includes THREE cuff/sleeve hems. I said I only asked for ONE. She lies and says I asked for all three. There is NO WAY I asked for all 3, and we never took measurements for the other 2. In fact, I get back home and the sleeves for those 2 are way past my hands. Total rip off, terrible experience, just atrocious. read more