I LOVE John Sofia Jewelers!! I spent about 4 months working…read morewith both John and his sister Mary Anne, on my engagement ring. They were fabulous. I learned so much from him! The first time I went in, he had an assortment of diamonds and we spent about an hour just looking at them under a loupe with him explaining what everything was that I was seeing. It was extremely helpful! He educated me on different shaped diamonds, GIA vs. EGL and answered any questions i had. John and I discussed all of the specs that were important to me for my stone and brought in diamonds week after week that met those specifications, for me to look at. He also helped me design my setting. I love how honest both John and Mary Anne are. You can trust them a 110% John will always tell his honest opinion. There were times that he preferred a stone that was $2,000 less then a stone I was looking at and would tell me that. Since getting my engagement ring there, my brother has also purchased his fiances engagement ring with them and had a fantastic experience as well. I've also had several rings re-dipped, clasps replaced, necklaces cleaned, watches repaired etc. and everything has come out perfectly. I would highly, highly, highly reccommend Sofia's! Neat Fact: Johns first love, asside from classic cars, is watch making! He was educated in Switzerland on fixing timepieces and it is a labor of love for him. You will notice around the shop some older, interesting clocks up on shelves that he takes down peridocally and works on.

Owner refuses to provide a receipt for the cost of a repair. The lady's argument is : "Do you know…read morehow many receipt books we would go through!" After a strenuous dialogue the receipt was provided while telling me the price should have been more BUT without a priced work order that discussion was mute. Will never ever go there again! The man who was the original owner on West Side Ave in Jersey City is not being honored by his next generation.

An absolutely fantastic experience. Excellent prices and service. Now my go to jeweler for all my…read moreneeds.

Very honest & trustworthy. I had my ring repaired after my…read moreprong was loose. I did not hesitate leaving my ring there to be repaired.

Where do I begin. Austin himself sold me an engagement ring. Told me it was custom. Charged me for…read morecustom. Then I see the Stamp says 8k and not 18k. So I bring it to another jeweler locally. They laugh when they ask what did I pay for it. Told me it's worth a third of that. And it's not custom. Austin never sent me a sketch, CAD, or wax mold. When I asked him to take the ring back. He said "you should have done your research." I disputed it with the bank. Even got it appraised from 2 different jeweler . Austin appraised it at $13,00.. both other jewelers appraised it at $6,000 because it is not custom. Also said the diamond Austin sold to me was much over charged. He tripled the price. I told him in the beginning I am a man and do not know anything about jewelry. He absolutely took advantage of me. He would not take the ring back. This guy is NOT a good person. No morals . He also never told me about IGI diamonds. Only GIA. He knew GIA was double to triple the price . All he cares about is making money. Not building a client and a relationship. Finally he said he would fix it if I did my wedding bands with him. I told him I do not want to do any business with you . Now I'm redoing my ring elsewhere. Don't make my mistake.

I cannot recommend Austin's highly enough! Austin recently completed a custom redesign of one of my…read morenecklaces, and the entire experience exceeded my expectations from start to finish. Not only is his craftsmanship exceptional, but he took the time to walk me through every step of the design process, listening carefully to my ideas and making thoughtful recommendations until the piece was absolutely perfect. His attention to detail, professionalism, and genuine commitment to customer satisfaction truly set him apart. What impressed me even more was his ability to deliver such high-quality work within my budget and on a very timely schedule. Finding someone who combines talent, honesty, communication, and value is rare, and Austin does it all. The finished necklace is beautiful, and I couldn't be happier with the result. If you're looking for a jeweler you can trust with custom work, repairs, or a special piece, Austin is the one to see. Five stars all the way!

Can't say enough excellent things about this place! Owner,…read moreDom, and tat artist, Rebecca, vibed with me immediately. Destiny shall I say? Felt like I knew them forever. Dom is incredible. He's so passionate about what he does and IMO an expert with piercings and what he chooses for the best of all when it comes to quality and beauty. Uses 14k gold to titanium. Diamonds and natural gems offered as well! Not surgical SS which contains nickel. (Most hospitals use titanium to fuse bones or secure replacements in our bodies.) Incredibly knowledgeable and tells you everything from start to finish. I was hesitant because of my own memories of piercing gun I was used to 20yrs ago versus needles, but I swear he is so exceptional that I will never go to another. He explains everything, super knowledgeable, can answer every question you have and uses the best materials. He is super passionate and is simply himself. Place is beyond sterile and not one piercing I chose has hurt for days like your typical piercing gun at "Claire's". It's reverse piercing where flat bottomed backing doesn't poke your skin as you sleep or hand hold your phone. You basically buy the tops to replace once inserted as opposed to traditional you remove backing and change your earring with this long post stabbing you in your head. He will even offer to change tops for you! Exceptional taste in beauty trends and will order whatever you might want from his suppliers that he may not have on hand at the moment. Follow them on IG! I'll be here forever if I really lay into this awesome review! I've already been here two consecutive days as of writing and brought my hubby for 2nd trip to have his ear redone from prior. I requested third appt and am excited to see new products he has coming next week before I decide on fourth. Now working with Rebecca for my additional tats! My review will not do them Justice, just come here and see for yourself! 10 stars if it were possible!

I initially had high hopes for my experience because I got along well with the artist and felt…read morecomfortable going into the appointment. Unfortunately, the outcome of my final tattoo was extremely disappointing. During the session, my skin was overworked significantly, which resulted in multiple scars. I have never gotten scars from any other tattoo. During the healing process I had an open wound in the center from my skin being dug into. There are also major inconsistencies in the black ink saturation throughout the piece, so much so that parts are fading out. The tattoo itself ending up not following the reference, as a lot of the lines are shaky, the center of the flower lacks definition, and the petals are not cohesive. I understand that tattoo artists can become exhausted, especially during long sessions, which is why I wish I was firmly told to come back another day. If an artist is too tired to give a piece their full attention and care, it would be far better to firmly reschedule for another day rather than continue working while fatigued. This experience genuinely impacted my confidence and how I feel about my body, which is really upsetting because my goal with tattoos is to feel more in tune with myself and style. Unfortunately, the outcome has led me to begin the tattoo removal process, which is both emotionally and financially stressful for me and is about to cost me a lot more than this tattoo.

I have been looking for a jeweler to repair my jewelry that has been sitting around for a while so…read moremy friend referred me to her jeweler. It's been my 3rd visit and I had to let everyone know about this hidden gem in Lyndhurst. I have to say when you step into the store it's not like your ordinary jewelry store. You are free to walk around and take your time to view what is on display. His selection of jewelry are tasteful and unique. While I was there, I picked up a necklace for my daughter and also pick up a few pieces for myself. His prices are very reasonable. The owner John, is very friendly and personable. While I was there, he devoted his time to me and addressed all my concerns. I was not rushed nor was I pressured to do anything. I felt like I was one of his oldest customers. The attention that I received was unlike any other jewelry store. While I was there, he repaired my latch on my bracelet and cleaned my jewelry. I was not happy how my engagement ring looked with my wedding band so suggested that I raise my diamond on my engagement ring to eliminate the gap between the wedding band. When I picked up my ring it was absolutely beautiful! He is worth the trip and peace of mind. If you happen to be in Lyndhurst, worth the stop to check out his store.

I was passing by and was curious to see the new owners. I had purchased before from the previous…read moreowners and they were lovely. The new owner Austin is very nice and knowledgeable. The sales person that helped us was Natalie. She was very professional and knowledgeable as well. It was top notch customer service. I highly recommend this place. I will be back to purchase a few more gifts throughout the year. The prices are pretty fair and good quality.

If I could give it 6 stars I would, The service was amazing and they have fair prices for watches…read moreand jewelry

I would have given them 5 stars after my first visit as Abdul provided me good service and was…read morequoted good prices. I should have confirmed he was going to be there when I came back as the person I worked with now wanted to charge me more. Got price reduced but not as much as original. Still a good price and I bought it but felt like a bait and switch which I hate. They have a large selection of watches from the major brands especially those owned by Citizen.

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I've been coming here for gold chains. Very reasonable and makes for great gifts. I've purchased…read moreabout 4 white gold necklaces and probably 6 or 7 bracelets. I have also had them repair watches and make repairs. I am stopping there tonight for a new bracelet. If they don't have something, i know they will help me find it.

Arlington Jewelers is a family owned and operated business. I always have a pleasant experience at…read moretheir store. They are very friendly and professional, as well as totally honest and trust worthy. They have been around for a long time. As a matter of fact, I come all the way from Florida to shop or to have something repaired. An excellent local business!

I hate writing negative reviews when businesses are pleasant to deal with but I have to tell people…read moreto DO NOT BRING YOUR GOLD HERE TO SELL. Right now, the price of gold is at an all-time high. Knowing this, I bought an old ring that I have been waiting years to get rid of in for an estimate. Arlington Jewelers quoted me the exact same price as when I brought it to them last year when the price of gold was just average. Knowing that they were "full of it", I took the ring over to Mike at Unique Gold and Diamonds in Clifton after seeing what great reviews he has here on Yelp. Well, that was a smart decision since Mike was able to offer me more than $100 than A.J. did. It's always best to shop around!

I almost cried (of joy) when I got my ring back…read more So let me start from the beginning. I reached out to various jewelers about wanting my old engagement ring (over 10 years old now) soldered. They were from the start honest and straight to the point. I finally was able to pop in and have them look at my ring to see if possible. They told me yes, left it with them, and to come back the following day. When I got my ring, which again I have had since my now husband proposed back in 2013, it looked fresh and new (the same way it did back then). The soldering looks amazing and the ring feels great. Thanks again for superb service.

11/22/25 was Looking for a jeweler to resize 14k engagement ring quickly and happened upon this…read morestore with good reviews online. Called and asked if on-site work was done and if possible same day as well. Mike's answer was yes and to be sure to bring the finger along with the ring to ensure it was right sized this time. Lol Arrived to find Fazal most accommodating and also a warm welcome from Boone the dog! Lovely to deal with and excellent work done in little more than an hour. Highly recommend!

Had previously dealt with the gentlemen regarding my mom's jewelry, so when the need again arose,…read moreno hesitation returning. John was professional and gave me a very accurate appraisal of the jewelry I presented. Totally recommend this business.

great place. I had the pleasure of meeting Tony this time I went to sell some gold I had. I have…read morenothing but great things to say about this business. very helpful honest and all around great place. thank you so much for always being so professional honest and kind