Brought in 3 pair of trousers for leg length altercation & waist line alteration -- one week later only one trouser was done & owner of the store said one of the others couldn't' be altered -- and that the third trouser would be done in another week. Came back after another week -- nothing was done -- a complete waste of my time & travel. This merchant wants to take in an abundance of jobs, then do only the easy ones. read more

I just picked up a very complicated job of hemming up some dress pants of very delicate material and I couldn't be happier with the job. Perfect length and the attention to detail was so great that one can't even tell that they have been altered. Thank you! read more

I first took a wedding dress to be altered over 30 years ago. Since then, I have taken prom dresses to suits to jeans for alterations. The quality has been superb and always completed in time. The price has always been very reasonable. The owner is a man of few words, but knows exactly what, where and how to get it done flawlessly! read more

I love this tailor! I've taken probably 25 pieces of clothing to them for either alteration or repair. And they've only turned me away a couple times when I brought in something like a backpack where the material was too thick for them and they suggested I go to a shoe repair place (which was great advice). The quality of the alterations and repairs has always been good enough for me as a guy (it's not like I'm having an expensive dress or something altered, just simple shirts and pants and whatnot), and the price is incredibly reasonable. Today I got back some silk-like pants that had a bunch of holes and I was not expecting a lot but they're good as new and for $10! read more

Poor job! poor cus Service. Refused to give money back. Don't recommend. Will not go back.

Fail. Brought in 10 pairs of pants that needed very easy shortening. They all came out too short and uneven (one leg shorter than the other). So now I need to find and pay another tailor to fix this mess. read more

What can I say that others haven't confirmed already? This place does an amazing job at rock bottom prices and done with a friendly smile from an older Asian gentleman. I had a leather jacket with zippers that I wanted the sleeves shorten. I figured it might be like $40-80, so I was contemplating whether to have it done at all. The older gentleman quoted me a price of $25, I couldn't believe it. I figured if he did a crummy job, I couldn't complain because it was so reasonable. I was surprised at the quality of the job, the zippers were all still functional. I had previously said if he had to sew them shut, it would be alright, but he kept them functional. And the stitching is perfect, I couldn't believe it. For the amount of labor, he could have charged double or triple and I would have still paid it. I couldn't believe Yelpers helped me find this place, I'll be continually be giving them all my business when I need any work done to my clothes. 5 Gold Stars!! read more

Very sweet couple own & operate this small alterations business. Excellent work on the 5 clothing articles that I had altered! Reasonable pricing, too. read more

V&L Custom Tailoring & Alterations did an amazing job altering three of my favorite dresses. The owner's expertise ensured a perfect fit that hugged my body perfectly. I highly recommend their services for anyone in need of expert alterations. read more

nice and friendly couple who offer very reasonable prices on alterations!! They work wonders!

The owners are a very nice couple. They offer high quality work for a very reasonable price! I've gotten countless pieces tailored over many years. Definitely recommend! read more

The work done is perfect. Old school measuring. Fair prices and on time . Been going here for years.

I dropped off a navy dress for alterations. Van's pinned the dress and said it would be done 08/06. I went 08/06 to retrieve the dress. Van said item wasn't there. I must be confused, the item was not here. I didn't have my alteration ticket. So rude. I tried to explain that he wasn't present. He said that was not possible. Vanfinally found my "dress " and wouldn't give me a receipt for it. Why? I have been a long time customer. Not anymore. Beware!!! They used to be very reliable. Get everything in writing ! read more

We use for martial arts uniforms and patches. Quick and affordable. Appreciate the service and convenience that is provided.

I don't get a lot of things altered but this place really does a good job when you need it. I needed something on short notice and the gentleman was able to help me. English is not his first language but he's incredibly helpful and understanding. If you want to support local businesses then go here for your alteration needs. Support the community. read more

I came from out of town for my birthday and needed my skirt tailored by the next day. The owner was able to finish my skirt in time and it was also super inexpensive! I definitely recommend this place, the tailoring was amazing and the customer service is so good! read more

Van and his wife are the nice people you will ever meet. Great customer service! Excellent excellent taylor! You will be very happy you had you clothes altered here! The absolute best ! read more

Was looking for a place to fix the zipper on my old backpack. I popped in here, and a gentleman fixed it in less than 30 seconds with a pair of pliers. He refused any payment. 10/10 recommend. read more

This really is as good as it gets. I brought in 8 items - 6 tops and 2 dresses - to have taken in last week. Van said everything would be ready by Thursday, but I forgot about it til Sunday. His posted hours don't say anything about Sunday, so I called and he was there, so he said come on in! Awesome. For an average of $10 per piece, I feel like I just came from a really inexpensive shopping spree! All my favorite tops fit wonderfully again. I see no reason to go anywhere else for my tailoring needs. OH! And he only takes cash. No worries - there is an ATM nearby. read more

I am always SO nervous to get clothing tailored because it can so easily be ruined. However I never get worried at V &L. They are always reasonably priced (I usually have items taken in, pants hemmed or small flaws fixed) and good! There is a slight language barrier so be sure to use hand gestures and point to exact places where you want a hem. They'll pin your item at where they'll take it in/up, etc and let you take a look. BE SURE to stop and look in the mirror from all angles. You may know that turning your flared boot cuts into skinny jeans is all the rage right now but Van doesn't, ya know? So make sure you see what you want. [And a sidenote- the dry cleaners next store has a tailor it in. I prefer V&L, but the other place did sew me a button hole by hand into a pair of jeans that didn't have one, in one day when I needed it asap!] March 2008 update: I STILL love V&L. Recently I bought a Banana Republic dress (for work) that was a size too big. I got it because it was on sale and such a great deal. I refused to take it to anyone in L.A. and held onto it until I went to Encinitas to visit my parents. Only then would I have it altered. And you know what? It was perfect. Fits like a glove! Same thing with a pair of jeans that needed to be taken in and hemmed. Can't go wrong here. read more

Hours are 9-6:30 Days? This place is amazing! A real gem in North County. The prices are great here and I would definitely come back for all my alteration needs. I've brought slacks to have them hemmed, I believe it was $6. Hes also taken a pair of slacks in since they were too loose, ~$10-12. Fabulous! I just got a bunch of vintage jacket/blazers that my grandma made for herself years/decades ago. I can't wait to bring it to V&L to have it taken in to fit me! That's how much I trust V&L. :) of course, it'll depend on the price per jacket, too. (I'm a no income college student :X) read more

If you need pants fixed by a friendly, skillful guy for really super cheap, this is your place. If you need pants fixed ON TIME by a friendly, skillful guy for really super cheap... well, then, you'd better call and remind him on the day before you're supposed to pick them up. Van, the owner, sometimes takes on too much and lags on the delivery end, but he's a perfectionist and has always done an excellent job with my clothes. read more

Nice work, affordable and fast. Only had several pairs of pants and jeans shortened. Highly recommend.

Always great work and very reasonable. Nice customer service too. I take any tailoring to be done here. Highly recommend!

They are always amazing- best around no doubt. I am pleased every time- take your clothes here- they won't disappoint!

V&L perform the best alterations in southern California. Originally, when I lived overseas, I used to have my suits and shirt tailor made; however, upon moving back to the States, this was too expensive of an option. now I just buy suits and shirts that are on sale and take them to Van and he does all the alterations, quickly and at a very reasonable cost. I highly recommend getting your alterations done at V&L. Even since I've moved up to Yorba Linda from San Diego, I still come down to see Van for all my alteration needs. Thanks V&L! read more

Come here for all your tailoring needs!!! I have been coming to Mr. Van for any and all alterations since I have been living in San Diego. And because I have been coming since high school, and throughout college when I have been home, he always has asked about school and life and my family haha. He is awesome. The tailoring is always the right fit and the return time is super fast. I have had everything from pants, to skirts, to dresses tailored by him and they came back great every time. Quality 10/10 for sure! read more

Excellent place - Van and his wife and do a great job with tailoring. There is no job too small -- Van is there to help. He rescued a special tie for me one time, in addition to doing all the standard things, alterations of suits and jackets, etc. Prices are reasonable. I found this place randomly and so want to pass on my find. I've been coming here for several years before (recently) leaving the area for Los Angeles. V&L are one of the finds I want to pass on! read more

I love this place! I have been coming to them for years! They are capable of fixing literally anything: they hem ALL of my pants perfectly (because I'm a shorty), fix random holes in my jeans and tops, and manage to give my jackets new cuffs when I tear the seams apart because of my bad picking habit. Very reasonably priced (last time I dropped off 3 things and it was only $20). And they are so quick!! You tell them when you want your clothes. 10/10 read more

Reasonably priced, and quick turn around... about a week or sooner if in a pinch. Very nice owner.

V & L Sewing and Alterations is a special "FIND." The place is very modest and professional. Vin & Wife always does an excellent job on everything. He can perform "magic" on clothing you may think can never be done properly. No job is too small or large. Good vibes and reasonable prices make this place a "must." read more

This was my first visit and I'm very impressed. I had an emergency last minute situation where my skirt had a hole and needed to be sewed. They were so attentive and friendly and helped me out right away. I highly recommend. read more

I almost did not get my dress back as I misplaced my claim ticket. Several trips to the shop to retrieve my dress. The counter person was rude and purposely not helpful. Refused to give me my dress without a claim ticket. Finally with luck I found my claim ticket read more

The hem jobs were fine but I could do without the attitude of the owner. Just kind of rude and don't take credit cards. Would not give me a receipt either. read more

I love this alterations store! Van always gets the job done and it is THE most affordable store in town. I went to another alteration place and they kept hemming my pants too low and they were hitting the sidewalk & they charged me $5.00 more the Van! I don't care if that's the "fashion," I was spot treating a dirty pant hem constantly. Van keeps me in style and gives me what I want. read more

I brought some bermuda shorts to be taken in and when I got them back the hem was completley different and I couldn't wear them anymore. I also brought a bridesmaid dress here and it was fine...so I would be very specific about what you want done! read more

I have taken tons of stuff to Van and have no complaints at all. It's always a hide-and-go-seek game to find my stuff when I come to pick it up because his clothes filing system is from the Flintstone era, but it is actually funny -- unless you are in a huge hurry. He usually finds it in a couple minutes after yelling some gibbberish in some Asian language to a bevy of unseen people in the back, but it always appears, is always tailored perfectly, and REALLY good prices. One of the real finds in North County. I recommend them highly -- but please don't actually go. I want them to myself. read more

I like Van he's pretty cool. He gets right down to business and just handles it. The martial arts studio that I go to refers all of our customers to V & L's and they do an awesome job on trim and patches. read more

This place is amazing with reasonable prices. I have had some very complicated alterations done here for my daughter's dances for high school and they always do a great job. Their English is not great, however, they know exactly what you want done and they get the job done. read more

He is the best. I have taken many things there for myself and my wife he is very very inexpensive and my clothes come out custom looking . I take my best things there always.. I have expensive clothing and Im so glad I found him several years ago. jerry read more