I got 10 pants hemmed here. The rate was pretty good ($15/pair in 2025 - I also think he gave me a discount maybe because I had 10 done) and quick turn around time (~2 weeks) for 10 pants! Ngan was also nice and you could ask him about which length works best for your purposes / how you want to wear it read more

Was a little pricey but fixed my dress shirt with in 24 hours for a wedding. We can't complain.

Ngan is simply the BEST. If you're looking for quality results, wonderful customer service, and very reasonable service time, Ngan will take care of you. Ngan did such a great job hemming and tapering a few new pants I brought in that I returned to have him re-hem a few of my old favorite slacks, dress pants, and jeans. Ngan even patched up a sentimental pair of dress pants that I've had for 10-years look like new. Thank you, Ngan! You provide a skill that takes many years to master and I feel comforted knowing my clothing have been serviced by you. read more

Great price and great work. He knows how to alter clothes in a way that is reversible. Highly recommend

As I went back, the stitching got worse and so did the quality. I have a coat altered and it was 100% cashmere. I wanted to get the sleeves shortened, it was done but the stitching is so poor. I also had a 100% silk dress that was completely butchered and I asked if they could redo it. When I wore it the breast and the hip area was too tight; the waist was too big. He said it looked fine and suggest that I bring it home. I went to a different tailor and to get them altered. Nagn cut off too much fabric and the breast area was still too tight and there was not enough fabric to let loose. ultimately I got a silk dress and cashmere coat ruined read more

Ngan's Tailoring - Uneven stitching - Sewing & Alterations Near Me - San Jose, California

Ngan is a professional tailor in downtown sj. You can tell he is an expert than has been doing this for a long time. I had a pretty complex ask for him for a thick denim jumpsuit that needed multiple alterations, and the price was super fair and exactly what I was expecting! I would go back here :) read more

Super unorganized, took my dress in to be ready by Friday and they asked if I could come back Saturday when I needed it by Saturday for a special event. They don't even hang your dress... one of the worst altering experiences for sure. read more

Excellent quality tailoring with reasonable prices. Parking is a little challenging but weekends are easy. Highly recommend this place.

Ngan has been my tailor since 2010 and he never disappoints. He recently worked on my suit and barong for our wedding and delivered an exceptional job. Barongs are typically made with pineapple fiber which makes the garment difficult to put on and take off. He came up with a solution of adding a zipper to the side seam which ended up being a lifesaver. I have trusted Ngan for over 14 years and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a skilled and dependable tailor. Thanks Ngan! read more

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I put off getting my bridesmaid dress hemmed and then completely forgot until the week of the wedding! Flew into town on Friday, got my dress into Ngan's at 1:30 that same day, received my dress back the next afternoon (Saturday) and had a great wedding evening on Sunday in my dress. I did call Ngan to let him know I needed the dress before Sunday morning but that I wouldn't be in town until that Friday. He said no problem and that he would have it back to me that's Saturday, which he did. Overall happy that everything worked out last minute!Although I would not recommend waiting until the absolute last second, like I did, I'm glad I was able to find Ngan's Tayloring to take care of my situation! read more

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I know a lot of people say that they don't normally write reviews, and it always seems so cheesy to begin a review like this. However, it is the truth for me! So, when I take the time to write a review, it carries value. Ngan's Tailoring is exquisite! I went in to get 5 pairs of Hugo Boss chinos fitted and hemmed to my leg length and to fix some bagginess around my thighs. They went above and beyond with the quality of their stitching to match the Hugo Boss hem and stitching along the pant leg. I am thoroughly impressed by their attention to detail and speediness to deliver. They did exactly what I asked for! And on top of that, the value was amazing! I paid I believe $59.00 to get 5 pairs of pants altered and hemmed. Great business. I will definitely be going back. I might even buy a new suit just to go and get it altered by Ngan. read more

I need to change the waist size to smaller, it takes $20 and the pants they sell in the store is 26 dollars but I didn't bargain due to maybe it was little bit harder then other pants, as long as there is a good result, however when I pick it up, it completely messed up, I don't understand how people can't tell the sewing are white line, and they put a black line on it, I also made it clear for 3 times I wear these pants with the waist side flipped out, like all dickies 874 pants, and there, I got this result, ,if sewing are messy, fine, but can't you bother to change the sewing to white? As a result I see unreasonably charges, irresponsible tailor and ignorance of clients requirements. read more

Ngan's Tailoring - Sewing & Alterations Near Me - San Jose, California

I have been a customer of Ngan for about 20 years. I am sooo satisfied. He has made about five sport coats, three suits, 25 shirts, many alterations. Good work at a fair price. My best "deal" was four years ago when I went to NYC and bought a BUNCH of high end fabrics (at Beckenstein's). I'm not a fashion expert, but my wife gasped when she read some of the names (I essentially didn't know what I was doing!). Ngan turned them into coats and shirts at a total cost far less than I would have paid at...name your favorite chi-chi department store -that I can't afford. He has done a lot of simple things for me as well. Cuz I can't sew! The only caveat: he often doesn't finish quite when promised. Good to call first before you pick up. I wouldn't go anywhere else. read more

Ngan Tailoring is the best tailor I've ever been too. From formal wear and tailored suits to casual wear; Ngan has the best quality hands - down. Excellent attention to detail, high quality skill and material and above all patient. If you ever need anything tailored, or even piece - by - piece made from scratch, Ngan Tailoring is my suggestion! Excellent work !!!! Ian Young -Artist / Designer read more

Ngan's Tailoring - Tailor made European style suit - Sewing & Alterations Near Me - San Jose, California

I called them to do a last-minute alteration on one of my indian blouses. I had a party to attend that evening and was panicking. I dropped of the blouse at lunchtime and it was ready to be picked up that evening before closing. The blouse fit perfectly! Thank you very much. I will definitely be returning for other tailoring needs! read more

Ngan's Tailoring - Blouse that was altered to fit perfectly - Sewing & Alterations Near Me - San Jose, California

I went in to have my suit tailored here early last fall and it was a good experience, and a decent price too. It was ready in time and I'm very happy with the end result! I even asked to come back to add suspender buttons to my pants and they were ready the following day. Really lovely folks too! Will definitely come back whenever I need anything tailored again, and wouldn't think twice to recommend them. read more

Great value and fast, easy service. The hemming and tailoring was on point and reasonably priced. This would be five stars but they could not repair a zipper that broke while we were doing a fitting and now I have a pair of jeans with a broken zipper. It's not in their wheelhouse, which is fine, but other tailors are certainly able to replace a zipper so this location just has some limitations. Again, totally fine and still recommended for tailoring and gems. read more

This is my second review -- only because I was so excited about the outcome when I brought into Ngan 4 different yards of linen fabric and described to Ngan exactly what I wanted. Okay, I cheated a little - since I did have my other chinos which had just the size and length I wanted. However, I wanted a different style with an elastic-style belt and the fabrics were different colors of linen. First time (I didn't even have to come back)-- my pants came out perfect - every pair. I was so excited. Yay - summer time light weight and attractive pants. And so reasonably priced. Since I use Ngan's Tailoring all the time, I didn't know if I should write this review since I am sort of biased-- but I really wanted the community to know. read more

I bought a dress that fit me well but needed straps so I took it to Ngan's. He was able to add straps that perfectly matched my dress and when they were too big on the first try he adjusted them on a quick turnaround. Overall, I extremely happy with his work, the turnaround time, and the customer service. I will definitely be coming back! read more

Excellent, courteous and friendly service. Regular alterations normally take a week, but they've done some for me in two days once requested. Very reasonable prices. read more

Brought in 2 jackets for the sleeve linings to be repaired/replaced. Didn't look like an easy job but the shop owner did a good job of replacing both of the jackets sleeve linings with decent material. Took a week and the price was definitely reasonable considering one was a leather jacket and the other a branded trench coat. When I went to pick up the 2 jackets, I brought another jacket in for him to look at which would have required replacing sections of the outside which had torn but he simply said not to waste money on it as it would be expensive and didn't look too bad. An honest and very reasonably priced tailor compared to some others I got quotes from and good workmanship! I'll definitely be recommending him to friends and family in the future and be going back to him for any other alterations. read more

I took in five or six pairs of pants that needed the hemline shortened. There's a little changing room, so it was easy to change pairs as Mr. Ngan, a very nice person, made some markings and a week later...the pants were ready and the work was phenomenal. I will return for tailoring needs in the future. read more

What a great place to take a three-piece suit for Tailoring! I work in SJ and needed to have my suit altered for a wedding. Ngan's tailoring was very close to work and his hours were very convenient. The final product came out perfect. He had the suit finished in less then 5 business day. I could not be happier with the alterations Ngan did to my suit. I WILL be using him again. read more

Best place to get routine alterations done. I've brought at least three pairs of pants and even a heavy wool coat to Ngan for hemming and shortening respectively. His prices are unreal! The most affordable tailor you'll find around and his turnaround is quick as well. I never need my items rushed and he has them ready within four days max. Ngan also thankfully accepts credit card. Very nice shop, straightforward service, great work. read more

I've been here a few times for dress alterations. The service is always great!! The tailor working today was friendly and definitely knew what he was doing. He was able to accommodate a last minute alteration that came out perfect!! Thank you for fixing my purple dress today !!! read more

Been reliable and consistent! Definitely worth the trip in terms of asking for small fixes and coats

I've come twice so far to get jeans tailored, hemmed. He's done a great job, consistent and well priced. Very nice person as well

Came in to get 3 pairs of slacks hemmed. I got measured, chose the hem length, and was asked when I needed them ready. I was ready to wait 2-3 days but I got the feeling they could've been done on the spot since they weren't so busy and hemming's pretty simple. All around a smooth and easy process and I appreciate that. $10 per hemming btw read more

If you're looking for an inexpensive but still decent place to tailor your clothes, this is for you! It's definitely a no-frills shop but the prices are super reasonable and they're always able to accommodate the requested time frame. I'd recommend it! read more

This place was a big miss in my book. I took in a couple of dresses I hoped to get altered. The tailor had me try them on, but then had very little interest in ensuring they were marked or pinned carefully such that the final product might be successful. I paid $80, and when I returned for them, the fit was worse than when I dropped them off. The staff was perfectly pleasant and timely, so maybe if you needed a simple hem and they are very near your office, this place might be fine. But if you are on the search for a truly quality tailor, pass this one by. read more

Hooked it up with perfect suit pants. Definitely will come here again for anything related to slacks/suit alterations. 15 bucks? Steal! Jeans on the other hand, I haven't tried, and I'm kind of scared. I'll probably stick to Forest Tailoring, or if I gain the confidence, I'll try here. read more

Came here about two years ago with one of my favorite pairs of jeans. The zipper had snapped off, and if you're a lady (plus a tall one like myself), you know how are it is to find a good fitting pair of jeans! I'm a student at SJSU and live by campus, so I thought this tailor was good fit. I remember the price being reasonable, $10 I think? They put a whole new zipper on my jeans in a short amount of time. I remember being very pleased, until I went home to put them on. Whoever "fixed" my jeans didn't sew the zipper far enough to the side to be hidden under that flap that prevents your fly being shown. So my zipper was exposed and looked like my fly was down, even though it wasn't. They were too embarrassing to wear anymore! I probably should of gone back and complained to see if they could solve the problem, but the woman who helped me didn't speak very good English, so I felt like I would have to walk in with the zipper abomination to prove my point. I ultimately ended up recycling the jeans. =( read more

Ngan was AMAZING! He did a sewing job to my backpack that got a tear in it. He was the only place that was able to repair it right away. He is extremely friendly and professional. Highly recommended to everyone! read more

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In/Out pretty quickly. Had the dress ready on time and it was hemmed perfectly. No issues

Mr. Ngan has been altering shirts, jeans, suits and everything else for me for years. Always great work and affordable prices. A note to the 1 star reviewer on here...He has the habit of taking walks and short breaks from time to time, so if the shop is closed wait a few minutes and he will probably come strolling up after awhile. read more

Mr. Ngan is a downtown institution and a fine tailor. I've gone to him for maybe 10 years without a problem. And the prices are sooooo reasonable. It's a pleasure to support a business that adds to the vitality and authenticity of San Jose's downtown. One caveat: make sure MR. Ngan is the one you deal with; Mrs. Ngan's English is a problem and her work isn't as good. read more

Excellent service. I'm visiting from out of town and needed a button repair done on a suit jacket and he reattached it for me on the spot in a matter of minutes. It took me longer to write this review than it did for the repair. I'm sure the turnaround time is normally longer but I arrived at store opening and appreciate him helping me out. Definitely would recommend. read more

Very professional, very helpful, and very talented. A very good tailor, he altered my suit perfectly and did it in about 24 hours. I will use him even though I live north of San Jose. read more

Nice people. Did quick and good work on 5 shirts and two pair of pants. Good prices as well...id definetely recommend

Excellent, friendly service. I've been coming here for years. He's my tailor. Ngan can make any sort of alteration or he can create a garment for you. He's extremely professional and will listen to what you want, as opposed to many other tailors who just do what they want. Make sure you're specific as to what you want from the alterations and don't be afraid to ask for special requests or to ask for his suggestions on what he thinks would work best. He can turn things around in a few hours if you request it. The prices are much, much better than other tailors in the area with comparable skills. Ngan is a true craftsman. read more