Very unfortunate experiences there. My only regret is, after being disappointed the first time, I went back. The first time I just wanted my shoes shined. My shoes are expensive and I take good care of them. He pointed to some scuffs and said he would need to use dye. I trusted him. He completely dyed both pairs, very different colors from what came from the factory! They are ruined. I chalked it up to being my fault for not pressing it further. So, I did go back to have other 3 other pairs shined. I was very specific - JUST A SHINE. He said they needed to be dyed. I said, "No, just a shine". He actually did that this time, but charged me $25 for three shines (no idea how you evenly divide $25 by 3!). $8 for a shine is much higher than Manhattan prices. He is money hungry and his work is marginal at best. No way I am ever going back. Try the guy on E16th and Quentin, next to the train station. Much fairer. read more