Had the best experience with this tailor. Staff was super friendly, very knowledgeable and had my dress altered in less than a week. I'm so happy with the quality of work and pricing was reasonable. I will definitely be back for any tailoring needs. read more

Quality workmanship and very pleasant staff. Highly recommend this tailor! I've had several items tailored here.

I received my wedding reception dress on a Wednesday, just three days before my wedding, due to shipping delays. In a panic, I went to Alicia's Alterations and Tailoring that afternoon to ask about expedited alterations. They quoted me $215 (including rush fees) with a Friday afternoon pickup--more than three-quarters of what the dress cost. I asked for some time to think it over, but it was hard to justify the cost. Franctic, I looked into other alteration shops Thursday morning in Bakersfield and came across G&L Tailor. They told me to come as soon as I could in which I was able to come around 11:50am. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with a warm smile and the kindest service. It was a night-and-day difference from my earlier experience at Alicia's Alterations. For the exact SAME alterations, G&L quoted me only $112 with SAME day alterations. The quality was incredible, the service was genuine, and the price was completely fair. G&L Tailor did such an amazing job with my dress for a fraction of the cost and for a quicker return. I highly recommend going to G&L Tailor for all your alteration needs and will continue to come here for anything else i need for alterations. The best and kindest team will be working on your garments and they won't try to rip you off. read more

I found G&L through a recommendation for alterations to my wedding gown. It was a last minute alteration as my dress arrived very close to my wedding date, it was ready within a few days and was absolutely perfect. I expected last minute wedding gown alterations for hem and straps to be much more costly; but I felt their prices were much lower than other places. I will definitely return here and I highly recommend them. read more

The lady who helped me seemed kind but was not upfront about the price I would have to pay for my 9 year old daughter's first communion dress to take off 3 inches of the bottom. The dress is 3 layers, 2 outer layers are tool without a hem and an interior layer of polyester. We went in and my daughter was fitted, the woman and I decided on 3 inches off the bottom. This was 5 minutes of the woman's time. Then she wrote her notes about the 3 inches on a 3 ply receipt and told me I should pick the dress up in a week, even told me why I shouldn't wait any later that next week to pick it up because they would be closing the shop and going on vacation. I agreed to pick it up on the next Tuesday as she said. She took my name and number, then handed me the yellow carbon copy of the receipt. I did not ask her how much she estimated the work to be, she did not mention, in the slightest, how much she would charge. I assumed the work would probably be under $50. It is a child's dress and there wasn't much work to be done on it. So, the next Tuesday comes and I head in to pick up the dress. I am told the price would be $99.95! WHAT?!?! You can't be serious, the dress doesn't even cost that much! I ask to talk to the woman and she unapologetically told me that the dress is like a wedding dress, so it costs a lot and that she wrote the price on the receipt. (But of course said absolutely nothing about the estimated cost) I'm sorry but 2 layers of tool with no hem and a cheap polyester interior layer could not take more than an hour to do and that is pushing it. On top of the fact that it is a CHILD'S dress! It is not even close to the size of an adult wedding dress. No sense is made. All the same, I paid her and left. When I got home, I had my daughter try it on. The work was terrible! The tool layers were cut jagged and parts are longer than others. On top of that, the tool wasn't cut to the correct length nor finished with clean cuts, very jagged and poorly done. How was this work worth 100 dollars. I had fix the tool layers myself, it was still dragging the ground. Poor workmanship and poor business practices. I would never recommend this establishment. read more

They do an excellent job! They are very timely. They can help with anything you need altered.

I was referred to G & L by a friend who uses them faithfully. I decided to try it as I needed a dress altered. They not only were able to alter my dress but I got it back in a week. I thought the pricing was fair, I read other reviews that said they felt she was too expensive but I feel like it today's world, since Covid, we have had to have longer wait times for just about everything. I really appreciated her expertise and efficiency. read more

I've been using them for years and never had a complaint. I recently took a pair of pants that needed 2 inches added to waist. I have no idea how she did it but the pants are perfect and you'd never know it was altered. This is the to go place for alterations. read more

Very nice couple. My dresses were hemmed quickly and expertly. I believe in supporting local businesses. I will be taking all my alterations there from now on. read more

my review is based ONLY on first encounter after recently moving here to Bakersfield. I called ahead of time and was quite clear that I simply needed two long curtains cut to make as valances and I was new to town, senior. the place was quite a distance and when I finally found it , I learned hard way to go to the back . so I politely mentioned to the man that came out upon entering that it's probably a good idea to let a new customer know about the location and parking in the back. He seemed irritated and in a loud voice told me they been there 20 years! Far from friendly! Then the lady comes out and I showed the curtains, just plain curtains that I wanted to shorten...she cut me off to inform me that it would be $44+ dollars EACH. So I asked her do you mean just to cut the curtain in half and hem it that would cost $44+. Well I believe in paying but not being played. That is outrages. I wasted my gas, my time only to experience rudeness by the first man ( the lady was polite but crazy priced). She could have told me on the phone the price. I'm 66 years old and believe in good customer service. i don't care care how well they sew! Those prices are unreasonable and outrages. Clarifying that I did not get anything sewn or hemmed. This was on my first encounter / interaction and I would never go back. That man could of easily just said okay about my suggestion with regards to parking. Instead he yells out " we've been here 20years" . JERK read more

This place is not cheap and I would be fine with that but they did a horrible job on my pants where my toes get stuck in the end of the pants. I had a rip in my pocket as well. Very disappointed read more

We've been coming here for years. This is our go to place for having pants hemmed. You can't miss their location, parking is behind the Main Street. There's 2 small dressing rooms where you can get changed for measurements. The turn around time is fairly quick and they do a great job! read more

Randy and his peeps always takes care of me and basically everyone that I know lol. I've been coming here for over 12 years and been recommending them to anyone who needs something repaired or taken in. I wear suits daily (I hate it, please let me show up to work in shorts, t-shirt and flip flops. I swear I'll get more work done ). No parking off Stockdale. Entrance is actually behind the building. Ample parking in the rear, although the alleyway to get there has high traffic so the road is a little rough. Be prepared to avoid major potholes. read more

Needed a dress tailored so I randomly googled and landed here. I'm glad I did, they were friendly and fast. The place is really clean and full of cool decor. Will continue to come and bring all my garments here read more

I've been other places that are a little more affordable but the work isn't as good!!! The work here was so good and they're so easy getting you in and out! read more

I took a suit here that I had purchased from indochino.com. When I received the suit, the sleeves were too short and the pants were too loose. The customer service representative at INDOCHINO said they thought that the jacket would probably have to be remade. Took the suit to G & L Tailor And they were able to fix all the issues I had and get my suit really dialed in. The customer service was way above what I expected walking in and I would trust them with every suit I need to have altered. Definitely an easy and pleasant experience with them. Highly recommend. read more

I have been going to G&L Tailor for probably 35 years. They have always done an awesome job. Very friendly and great work!

My second time here. First time was to alter a bridesmaids dress and this second time to add elastic to a skirt . Both beautiful. Both fairly priced. Seamstress is highly skilled! read more

So happy with the quality and speed of G& L Tailor! I sent my wedding dress there around Thanksgiving for my February wedding, I needed a shorter hem, and I needed it taken in on the sides and the shoulder straps shortened. They had it finished in five days and it looked fantastic. They left it longer in the back, at the seamstress' suggestion, and it ended up looking great in my photos! It wasn't until January that my fiancé and his best man thought to get their suits tailored, and they had a similar experience. They loved it! The tailor knew just what to do to get their suits fitted just right, and they had them finished within a week. It's a little expensive but you get what you payOur wedding was last Saturday and we both looked super sharp! Very satisfied. read more

G & L Tailor - My wedding dress and my husband's suit which we both had fitted at G& L tailor - Sewing & Alterations Near Me - Bakersfield, California

I know a lot of people know their own tailor or seamstress, but this business is top notch. I have been coming to them for years now. With wearing a uniform for work, there is a lot of wear and tear, which requires the need for a good tailor or seamstress. I love how quick they are and how reasonable it is to get either minor work, or even some more technical work done. They are a little hidden, where the fronr of the establishment is from the alley way, to the east of the Fed-Ex Kinkos. Hope this review helps. read more

We absolutely Love G and L Tailor! Very good tailors! Great prices! I truly love these guys! If you want custom fit look no further! They are honest and REALLY GOOD! read more

Fast and friendly... She did an excellent job and way sooner than promised. I'll take all my alterations here.

The ones working are super nice! My suits fit me perfectly! They are a little bit pricey. But if you have the money, definitely check them out read more

They specifically stated they didn't want to help those who wear masks, so we respected his choice and quickly took our business elsewhere.

I was charged $57.00 to take in a cotton mini-dress about one size. When I tried on the altered dress at home the next day I noticed that it still fit too large. I quickly called the establishment to inquire if they could take in the dress a bit more and I was assured that that was fine and the alterations would be included in my initial cost. When I returned to the tailor to get the waist taken in just a little bit more, the tailor said it would cost an additional $24.00. When I explained that I had been told it would be no additional charge, the tailor became very irate and reprimanded me for taking the dress home in the first place. I explained that I had not been aware that it was necessary for me to raise concerns about the fit before taking the dress home because it was my first time bringing an item to them, at which point she responded "it will probably be the last." Ultimately, I left without having them do the additional alterations because I had lost faith in their professionalism and ability to complete high caliber work. read more

I never get anything tailored but when I needed my jeans done to fit me perfectly they did it. I will always bring my things to get tailored. read more

Awesome service. The adjustments to my sport coat were done very well. I highly recommend this business.

Did a great job on my FRC work clothing , will be using them in the future. Glad they also take American Express

Was looking for a place to tailor my sports coat. I called men's wearhouse which is where I normally get my alterations done. They told me they were swamped and recommended this place to me. I figured they would not refer me to a place without a good reputation. I showed up and was greeted by a friendly worker who is tied to the owner, I'm assuming that this is a small family ran business. I told him what I needed and that I needed to expedite my order if possible. He told me that it would cost 10.00 additional dollars to get it done next day. I didn't mind it as I was headed out of the country and needed it right away. He measured my sleeves and said it will be done by noon tomorrow. I went back the next day and the sleeves were perfect! It was done right on time as he said. The jacket was a perfect fit! Needless to say, I found my new place to give my business to for my alterations. Quality work, professional and friendly service! What more can you ask for! read more

Very disappointed in the quality of their work. Seams we're uneven. Edges were unfinished. They ruined my expensive dress and made no effort to correct the problem when I complained. Take your business elsewhere! read more

G & L Tailor - Ruined my $140 dress. The hem line crooked, unfinished, and generally sloppy. Rude to me when I complained. - Sewing & Alterations Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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This is the finest shop in town for any kind of tailoring/alterations. Randy is understanding, helpful and completely professional. Our family highly recommends G & L's Tailor!! read more

I'm a shorter guy in stature so I sometimes find it difficult to shop for pants that fit. I had two pairs that needed to be hemmed so I gave them a try. The staff was super friendly and helpful and the fitting was quick and painless. The service was quite speedy and I will definitely be going back and recommending this establishment to friends and family. read more

I trust them completely to do fast and perfect alterations. I have gone there for years and never had anything but good work. Their prices are reasonable too and I was able to pick them up in less than a week.I can recommend them for good work and meeting deadlines. read more

the people here are SO friendly. i have taken two bridesmaids dresses here and she is so fast and always alters it perfectly. also, other places in town i think it's takes them weeks or a month but she is SO fast. i will only come here. read more

I had a bridesmaid dress altered and it came out great! Less than a week and very reasonable price. Will definitely be going here for any future tailoring I need done. read more

Prices are good and the man greeted me with a smile. I'm big on customer service and very particular about where i spend my hard earned money. I would recommend this place to anyone that appreciates a place that appreciates its customers! read more

Worst place ever. Do not come here. You will be over charged and given no options. Formal dresses treated like wedding gowns. Stay away. Better yet, share this review. After charging $130 to put in a hem on a long dress for formal I found out I could have just had the dress cut at another shop for $32. This place sucks and wants to rip you off! read more

I have been going to G&L for over 20 years and they have always done great work on all of my garments. I think as consumers, I think we need to understand this is 2019 and seamstress and tailoring work is not like in the old days when women were paid a few bucks for what was considered "women's work". If you don't want to pay the going rate, go elsewhere. Simple. read more

Got a pair of pants hemmed for $15. It's not overpriced but there's probably cheaper places in town. That said the work was well done and finished in two days. read more

I came at the very last minute to get my bridesmaid dress altered and upon arrival I was acknowledged and greeted by a gentlemen. At the time he was helping another costumer but he was able to call in another women to help me. I believe her name was Mirian. She was able to fix the lose strap, the missing hook on the back of my dress, as well as alter the bottom of my dress so it wouldn't drag while I walked or danced. I picked up the following day and I think randy was the one who had range me up at the register and broke down what was adjusted as well as the pricing. I tried my dress back on at home and it fit perfect! Absolutely recommend this place, customer service is good, Miran was so sweet and helped me out and randy was attentive as well. I believe he was the one who I had seen when I first came in. I did pay extra because of rush but of course that was understandable and I do not regret paying the extra since my dress was done perfectly in a span of 24hours. I will definitely be coming back for future alternations. read more