Leon repaired my hockey skates. My skates had a big rip halfway through the Achilles guard. Leon reinforced the area and stitched it up. I think it's more secure than it was when I bought them. Took around 5 days total. We had a great conversation. He also repalms gloves and repairs all kinds of leather sports equipment. Next time, I may just ship whatever it is I need fixed to him and trust him to give me a fair estimate and get it done in a reasonable amount of time. read more

LV did an amazing job last year cleaning up my 10 year old boots. My partner brought in 2 pairs of Eco dress shoes that needed a lot of love. We have both been extremely happy and just brought in more shoes. read more

Leonardo is quite the cobbler and his passion for what he does is pretty obvious. He always takes the time to explain options for my repairs and has in a few instances recommended against investing in fixing a shoe that it of lower quality despite its brand name or price tag. He even identifies what has resulted in the need of certain repairs (i.e. In standing water or salt). While I am not the best at slipping out of my heels when I plan to walk distances, the heels look like new after visits here. Whether I have stopped in to replace leather soles, add rubber soles , clean up a pair of heavily work work pumps, darken a shoe's color or anything in between, I have been pleased with the results. The pricing is commensurate with what you would expect in the River Forest/Oak Park area and free street parking is generally available. read more

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I love this guy. He took my European leather boots and brought them back to life. Replaced the heels, glued some sides, gorgeous. I'm so happy to have found him! read more

I used to have a cobbler in the city, that was pretty decent, but since I work closer to this area, and found this hidden gem I haven't looked back. He's reasonably priced. He's honest, fast and will save the day. He has replaced zippers on my boots he's replaced heels, soles, including sandals and closed toed shoes. He saved my favorite heels time and time again. I've even brought new peers of shoes and he's modified for me. Don't know if there's anything he can't do when if comes to footwear. Now I'm trying to commission him to make me a pair shoes, since I have huge feet. I think when he does make me my shoes, there will be nothing left for this guy to accomplish because he is awesome! I highly recommend his workmanship! read more

I have a pair of white boots, they were too big on the legs, and he did amazing job! He made the legs of the boots 2" smaller, it just like never been altered, like brand new boots! I'm very happy! Good skill ! Neat work! This is the place I would tell my friends to go when they need shoes repair. read more

After reading a few reviews I decided to take two boots in for repair and polishing. Bad decision. One of my short booties just needed a zipper replaced. Went to pick up and I specifically asked him if he replaced the zipper, he lied and said yes, he said be careful using it. I was a bit concerned when he said that but okay. It turns out he didn't replace the zipper just made it work temporarily. So it broke again. What a waste of my time and money. The other boot, he barely polished them and they looked just okay. Another waste of time and money. Needless to say I will never go here again. Now I have to take my boot to another shoe repair and pay again but will mark the zipper somehow to make sure it's actually replaced. Very deceitful person at LV. Never again. read more

Horrible experience. But, lesson learned. Always ask for an invoice. ALWAYS ASK FOR INVOICE! That was our mistake, of course because we trusted him. But please don't be fooled by his charismatic paused character. That's part of the game. After giving him a fifty percent deposit, a few weeks later when he call us to come to pick up our chairs, he charged up 200 dollars extra for no reason (yes your read it right, 200.00 EXTRA), for absolutely no reason. When we question him for supportive reasons to the added charge, he lied, claiming that, it was the initial price agreed upon dropping the chairs. That's a lie. What a way to rob and loot money from community citizens that are trying to support local small business. Please Never trust him, and if after reading this you still choose to request his services, always ALWAYS ask him for an invoice. Because he, very conveniently, will not even offer it. read more

Leonardo is a true professional. He is driven to satisfy his customers. The two negative reviews inspired me to speak up on his behalf. I have dropped off at least 50 jobs for him. 100% satisfaction. Every job done for reasonable price. Ignored the two negative reviews and give Leonardo your business. read more

I brought my boots here and did not think much could be done to "revive" them but he did a fabulous job, I was impressed! And the cost was very reasonable. I'm taking all my shoe repair business here ! read more

Zero rating!!! I brought a pair of boots in to be shined and the guy said I should replace the soles of the boots, a agreed because they are pretty old. When I returned 3 days later they POORLY glue 2 nickel size pieces of rubber to the heels and painted the rest with shoe polish, and had the nerve to charge me $22.00. I know shame on me for not asking first. Lesson learned and now I am going to tell everyone what a scam they are. read more

Excellent shoe repair shop. I was leaving the state for interviews and needed my dress shoes worked on with quick turnaround. I told the gentleman working my scenario and he did not seemed phased at all. I returned the next day to pick up my shoes which looked as glorious as the day I bought them. Prices are extremely reasonable. No bells or whistles, just good old fashioned shoe repair. read more

Guarantees his work, professional, provides quick estimate, very reasonable. So far I have had 2 pairs of shoes repaired; 1 pair of leather boots I bought in Milan & although they were over $100.00 the sole of the boot cracked after wearing them less than 30 times. The heel started separating from the leather boot. Both soles were repaired & are amazing, beautiful work! Another pair of leather flip flops were repaired for under 15.00 & like new! I will not go anywhere else. They do great work & even repair most leather purses, luggage, bags etc. Tell your friends, don't throw those shoes, purses or luggage away or donate them, his company can likely repair them & make them like new. Don't waste your time going anywhere else, you will be hooked! read more

Excellent work & service. Leonardo repaired the soles & shined 2 pair of boots and sandals. I traveled 30 minutes to his shop & I will not go anywhere else! Well worth it! read more

A lovely purse that was given to me for my birthday lost hold of its strap. Online (Yelp Talk) and offline conversations led me to seek out a shoe repair shop. I was going to be in the area, so based on the previous reviews I decided to take a chance on this one. I called ahead, gave a description of the problem, and asked if the repair could be done the same day. Yes, it could. I arrived and was told the job could be done in a half hour! Whoot! I wouldn't have to make a return trip and I could just walk a few blocks to Jewels to get a bit of shopping done. I returned in a half hour and the job was done. The cost to repair the strap and reinforce the other side was $12. He even took the time to explain why the strap had broken (i.e. wrong type of thread). Sure, I could have purchased a cheap purse for that money, but I probably would have wound up with another broken purse. Also, I think the repaired purse, despite its threading flaws, was worth more than the repair cost. read more

I brought two pairs of boots here and the work was excellent! The first pair was done in less than 24 hours and looked amazing! My second pair was a pair of 5-year old boots that were very worn and needed some repair to the heel. They looked like they were brand new when I picked them up. Excellent work and excellent service. Highly recommend this shop! read more

I got salt damage on a pair of expensive black shoes. The salt was actually inside the leather. No polish or cleaner got the marks off. I thought I'd ruined them. I took my shoes to LV and they were finished within a week. They look fantastic, just like new. There is now no trace of the salt damage. And the price was very reasonable. I am very happy I went to LV and will go back if I ever need more shoe work. This business also does work on leather jackets and upholstery. read more

This is THE BEST shoe/purse repair shop EVER!!! I brought him a Coach purse from 1980!!! Yes, 1980, it was beat up buckle broken, faded....I could not part with it for some reason then one day driving down Lake Street I saw the LV Shoe Repair, I thought why not lets see, (granted I had brought him a pair of my 3 year old boots that he made look like new) so I asked him about my Coach purse he said bring it in and I will let you know what can be done, so I did. I so wish I took a before and after picture!!! The purse looks like NEW and it is from 1980!!!! I brought him another Coach purse to repair and I cant wait to pick it up next week. If you need shoes/purses he even does upholstery work done this is THE PLACE TO GO!!! read more

Great service at an affordable price. Lorenzo provided reliable work, gets what he promises done on time and continues to satisfy my needs.

What a great find! I have had 3 pairs of shoes repaired and couldn't be happier. The quality is excellent and the prices are very reasonable. Also, very quick service. Overall a wonderful experience! read more

Great service! I had a pet chew out the back of one of my favorite pairs of boots, and I didn't think they could be fixed. But, I read the yelp reviews on LV Shoe Repair and decided to give it a try. The work was very clean and very professional for what I think was an excellent price. It was also cheaper than buying a new pair of boots! Honestly, check this place out. I think you'll be a satisfied customer. read more