Expert repair my opinion. Based on when I first brought my shoes to my "dry cleaner" that has a sign that says "we repair shoes". They started saying that it could take 3 weeks and expensive and that they would call to let me know "how much" But as it turned out they said "unrepairable". So I went on Yelp and found John's listed as a "Cobbler". The shoes came out perfect at a very reasonable price. I will be a customer for life!! read more

So happy to have found John's Shoe Repair. He used to work for Ben's shoe repair in Hightstown before Mr. Ben passed away. He put new heels on my boots and cleaned them up like brand new for a very fair price. read more

Oh yes, go to place for shoe handbag or any type of leather accessory needs John to good guy does good work fast and friendly at good prices

Excellent service, at a very attractive price. I highly recommend John's Shoe Repair. read more

John does such great work and is such a nice man. His shop is clean and beautiful. A joy to find someone who can truly repair things and enjoys his craft. He re-soled my RedWing boots. Beautiful job and they are ready for another year of construction work. read more

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I gave him a pair of Chanel boots to fix and he showed me what he had to do to them and he destroyed them. They are still wearable, but look horrible and he charged me for his work yet destroyed beautiful artwork of these boots. read more

Ben has been repairing shoes in Hightstown for the last 44 years! He is a sweet man and we exchanged some small talk. His cash register really caught my eye; it was one of those old metal ones with the push down buttons and numbers that pop up. And as it turns out the only thing older than Ben's business is that cash register. It's been in Hightstown for 144 years and passed on from one business to the next. There's a little bit of history for ya! I dropped off two pairs of shoes for some heel work on a Wednesday and they were ready for pickup on Friday. One was a pair of boots with a slightly chunky heel and the repair cost $10; the other pair was one with a skinny heel, which cost $8. I was happy with both the repair and the cost, since both pairs of shoes were a good quality leather and in great condition it was nice to be able to restore them both with new heels for several more years of wear. read more

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This man is a genius! I brought Ben a pair of well-loved leather boots who's soles had seen better days, by about 2 years! Within a week, and for only $10, they're completely brand-spanking-new! I can't wait to bring him more shoes! I also called the shop when I was having trouble finding the store; Ben was super friendly and helped me navigate to the parking lot with ease! I forgot to take a before photo of the boots, but the after is so flawless, you can't even tell they were repaired!! The shop is old-school, he's super kind, and such a wonderful pleasure to patron a local businessman who is so passionate about what he's doing! read more

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Juan a TRUE craftsmam.....not only with foot ware ....but with repair and conditioning of leather items... DAVE H FROM MONROE TWP.

This is the first bad review I have ever written in Yelp, ever. Usually if I can't give a good review, I don't like to say anything.... you need to know what a mess this business is currently in though. The business is under new management and now called "John's Repair shop", using the same phone number. The store has moved across the street. When I dropped off my shoes, the owner was friendly enough, I needed simple heel re-tip. I came back on the agreed upon date, door is locked with no one inside, and a small hand written "back in 30 min" note taped to the door, the "OPEN" sign still prominently up front. I waited around a bit and no one showed up. I returned to my office and kept on calling, trying to figure out what's going on. No one picked up the phone until about 2 hours later. Light apology ensued and I was told to come next day. Second day, I called before I stopped by, to confirm someone was in, and once again, door was locked, "Open" sign up front, no one was in, with the small "back in 30min" sign on the door, and no one picked up the phone for hours. Day 3, I switched to a morning time pick up with a confirmation phone call, and guess what?! EXACT same situation as before!!! I.could.not.believe.it. Door locked, no one in, Sign says "Open", little note says back in 30min. I just spoke to the guy 20 min ago! Is he trying to avoid me?! I was completely flabbergasted....... What gives?! I just want my shoes! 3 attempts to pick up my shoes, with phone confirmation someone is in!!! I think I need to prep myself that I may never see those shoes again. BTW I paid for the work at drop off, and the shoes are nothing fancy, just a stupid pair of black aerosols heels, certainly nothing worth absconding with What a strange and horrific experience. read more

John’s Shoe Repair - 3 unsuccessful pick ups, door locked, no one around, all 3 times after I called to confirm the store is open. - Shoe Repair Near Me - Hightstown, New Jersey

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The heels of my black Harley Davidson security shoes were perfectly repaired for only $15. The high-quality craftsmanship and competitive pricing made this business my favorite shoe repair instantly. The leadtime was only four business days. Ben kindly shined those shoes for free. Ben also gave honest guidance when shoes will need repair. Ben told me whether I can wear a little longer a pair of shoes prior to have them fixed. You can park for free nearby. read more

Just went to him with one pair of my husbands Fantastic job Juan is very friendly and made the shoes look brand new Just brought 3 more pairs .Laura read more

I had my pennyloafers re-soaled. Expertly done. Ben is an expert in his craft. Highly recommend this cobbler. read more

You want high quality job at a very reasonable price? Do not even think twice, come here! Brought my Allen Edmonds to take care of. Top notch outcome. The gentleman is honest and very skillful. Some other people around are not that skillful and will charge you an arm and a leg for a mediocre job. Ben's is very recommended! read more

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As good as it gets! If you need your shoes shined/repaired go to Ben. With half a century of experience, he is showing no signs of slowing down. Highly recommend. Thanks Ben!!! read more

He does unbelievably great work for great prices. Has replaced my full soles in my shoes and also the heels. He is a very friendly and great person. Thank you Ben........Carmen read more

Ben is a complete genius!!!! I brought in my booties that I have always taken very good care of since they day I purchased them at Nordstrom 25 years ago! But, time marches on and they sole starting separating among other issues on one bootie. In no time he returned them to new!!!! I am so impressed. I am not hard on shoes but I would tell anyone who needs anything repaired of the shoe, luggage, handbag persuasion...this is THE MAN! read more

This is true old world craftsmanship at its finest. Ben's shop is 20 minutes from my house and his work is well worth the trip.

Ben does excellent work maybe shoes bags etc. and he is still open. Previous reporter must have went on off hours. He's closed Sunday and Monday read more

Just picked up my shoes from Ben's shop for the first time and I can say that I'm delighted! Awesome work, my shoes needed new soles and heels and Ben made them look new again. It was way less expensive than buying a new pair! It's rare to find good cobblers like Ben in the area and I know I'll bring all my shoes to him from now on! Quality for a good price, you can;t beat that! read more

Great service from an old fashioned shoe repair. They are not fast. Takes about 4-7 days for heels to be replaced. Quality work at fair prices. read more

Ben is AMAZING! As soon as I walked into his little shop I knew I was in good hands. It had the feel of my great Uncle Carman's shop from Italy. Just by looking at my boot and my explanation of the problem, Ben knew exactly what was wrong with it and how to fix it. I went in yesterday feeling confident in his awesome skill. I returned today: my dreams come true! My favorite boots were fixed! All thanks to Ben! The boot's zipper kept popping open in the middle of the zipper (not at the bottom). He knew immediately that it was the slider of the zipper--not the teeth, like I had guessed. It cost me only $15 for Ben to fix my boot. It was a great and tiny investment into my favorite expensive boots. Well worth it. Plus now I know of an incredible shoe repair place to go to. Easy to get to and only 15 minutes from me (I'm in Princeton Junction). His little shop is on the corner next to The Shoe Buckle. If you park in that parking lot, just go around the corner toward the street and his shop is right there. You'll know it when you walk in. It just feels right. Grazie, BeaJo! Molto Bene! read more

We belong to a german Dancing group- The shoes we wear come shipped from Germany- and our girls shoe bottoms get holes from all the spinning they do. We have been searching for someone who could re-sole the leather bottoms correctly. Great Service at a great price! read more