Will definitely be coming back! Their manager is AWESOME. My coats look brand new. I brought in 6 coats and they were ready so quickly. Amazing customer service on the phone and in person. Their front desk staff are also so wonderful, kind, and helpful. I live all the way in Silver Spring MD and will be making the drive just to come here. They are incredible and really handled my expensive coats with care. They also found everything so quickly when I came to pick up which just goes to show how organized they are. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! read more

Yates Dry Cleaning - Best dry cleaner in the DMV! - Shoe Repair Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

I was highly recommended to bring larger items here, like my comforter, and based on my first experience, I understood why. The initial service was impeccable, which is why I decided to return. I'm giving two stars out of grace for that first visit. Unfortunately, my second experience with the exact same item was disappointing. When I picked up my comforter, I noticed small specks of lint scattered across it. I brought this to the manager's attention, and while she insisted she personally handled my item and attempted to remove the lint, that explanation didn't align with the final result. If the issue couldn't be resolved, I should have been notified before leaving--not after I had to point it out myself. I did receive a refund, which I appreciate, but I genuinely wanted this to work. It seemed like the manager had already made up her mind that nothing further could be done, and there was no real effort to try to resolve the issue. At that point, I simply asked for my item back so I could take it somewhere that handles items with more care and attention to detail. It honestly made me question whether my comforter was mixed in with others during the process, especially since I take great care in maintaining it, including regularly steam disinfecting it at home. What was also frustrating was that instead of focusing on my concern, the manager began explaining how other customers' items can come in, as if I was expected to sympathize. My only concern was the condition of my item. Based on this experience, I would recommend keeping it simple here--stick to everyday dry cleaning. I would not suggest bringing larger bedding items like comforters or duvet covers, as the quality and attention to detail may not be consistent. read more

Continuing on in the current alphabet series nearing the end of the prior to 2018 to 2024 series, where after I will be going back through with twentysomething more in this period of time of runner-ups of DMV businesses for ones where I picked a place out of town originally to promote (more places local to the DMV). Representing prior to 2018, Y is for Yates Dry Cleaning. I lived in 2 rooms in houses in Del Ray Alexandria. The 2nd of the houses (Apr.-Oct. 2014), one of the roommates worked at Yates. He told me I could get half off my shirts, pants, etc. At this time in Spring 2014, I was dressed nice for the office & work travel 4-5 days a week, so dry cleaning was important. I went to Yates a few times while living in Del Ray. The quality was overall good, maybe a couple of minor things the few times I went there. Their regular price in 2014 was a ripoff; it's more like what someone might've paid in the early 2020's I'm guessing. I went in, and they'd argue it's only a 25% off. I said no the roommate (who I forgot what his name was) gave me 50% off. There was a bit of back & forth. Even at 25% off, it would've been more than a lot of places in 2014. Ultimately, they'd concede as they still wanted the business, but I didn't like having to fight with them. In October 2014, I moved to southwest Arlington near Bailey's Crossroads, so Yates was a lot less convenient. I went once or twice as I wasn't confident about what was a good dry cleaner in my new area and went with what I already knew, but Old Town Alexandria area was a haul. I looked around on Yelp & wasn't convinced on my most local options within a couple of miles from me, and ended up going to one in Falls Church on the other side of the downtown (See my May 2018 5-star review of Spectrum Cleaner, also a different alphabet series). Although it wasn't close to my home, it was still a bit easier than schlepping to Yate's plus I did get tired of arguing about the 50% off. read more

I just used Yates and was trying to have a 24 hour turn around time, I had two shirts and two suits. As I get home to make sure that the suits were presed well, came to find that both suits were totally ruined, one had a two stain marks that you get when you use clorox, and anthe other had a food stain that did not have when I dropped off the clothing. I have a very important couple of days now , gonna be stuck delaying my business meetings. Do not recomend this place, spent $56 to have my clothes ruined. read more

I used to come here all the time, but I finally stopped a few months ago. At first, I loved it--the location is super convenient, parking is easy, and the staff is genuinely friendly. They always greeted me with a smile, and my clothes consistently came back looking crisp and well cared for. The problem was the turnaround time. No matter what I dropped off, it always seemed to take about a week to get it back. If you're in a pinch or just want things done quickly, that gets frustrating fast. And while I don't mind paying for good service, their prices are definitely on the high side compared to other cleaners nearby. In the end, it just wasn't working for me anymore. I wish I could have stayed a customer because the people are great, but the combination of slow turnaround and high cost made me look elsewhere. read more

COMPLETE RIP OFF. They used to be a good neighborhood dry cleaner. Then they raised their prices so astronomically that they are just ripping off the community now. You could literally buy your clothing new for the prices they are charging to dry clean each item. read more

I've been here 3x to have dresses hemmed. Each time it was $35. I just went again and she now wants $90 to take 3" off a dress and $125 if it's hand sewn. I asked why it was such a drastic price change for a fourth dress (same alterations and all dresses from the same designer) and she laughed and denied ever charging $35 for hemming. I've only lived in the area for 2 months. They were done very recently. I get a lot of alterations done so I said I would have to go elsewhere for the drastic price change and she just laughed at me with no explanation. My husband has been taking all his dry cleaning here weekly and we found a new place down the street that's more consistent with pricing. read more

I brought a dress in to have it tailored. I had the back taken in, the cleavage sewn up higher, and the dress tailored at the bottom. It was done so so quick! The woman who does alterations was so kind, and even though I didn't know if she could do it because of my "impossible" straps, she made it work and I looked so beautiful for my military ball. I was so so happy with the results. I googled the average cost of tailoring which said 45-150 and my job cost 125 which is why I'm giving 4/5 stars. read more

Yates Dry Cleaning - The dress I had altered - Shoe Repair Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

Used to be a great dry cleaner and tailor. Dry cleaner became vastly more expensive and suddenly ruined a few articles of clothing but wouldn't make it right, after years of loyalty and clear evidence that they'd actually damaged clothing. Tailor became crazy expensive though quality had always been good. I will not go back to either. read more

I've unfortunately had to stop coming to Yates. In the beginning, Joy was offering amazing work for a fair price point. I had just moved to LA and was looking for an alterations place. This seemed like the spot. Unfortunately, and now as I'm reading reviews, it seems there is an inconsistency with pricing. My third and fourth times visiting there I actually returned with my clothes I needed altered because it was way too expensive. My fourth and final visit was for two bridesmaids dresses I needed for two of my best friends' weddings a week apart. The dresses were around $100 each and I was not going to pay more than that for alterations. Keep in mind all I needed was a few inches off and it wasn't like it was a special or difficult fabric with anything hard. It was simple chiffon with a liner underneath ... nothing crazy. I had tried on both dresses for Joy and she placed the pins on it. I went back out and she told me they would be $200 each. I looked at her and gasped. She then told me that was my discount and showed me another bridesmaids dress she was working on and charged $250. I left. I bought $10 hem tape on Amazon for one dress that was a beach wedding and I was never going to wear again. It came out great. The second I cared a little more about and got altered at Zips for $50... it came out perfect. Please be aware of what you're paying for. I really wanted to support this business, but the prices here unfortunately have become astronomical and I have moved on to going elsewhere. read more

Long time customer of Yates Dry Cleaning. Was there this morning and was warmly welcomed by Anai. Efficient and friendly service.

I've used both dry cleaning and alteration services for multiple items, and overall they did a good job. Alterations - I've had at least 4 pairs of pants done quicker than the dates they promised. Ms. Joy (I think that's her name) was so thorough in making sure I was satisfied with the lengths of my pants, even when I forgot my heels. She's great! So polite and professional! Dry cleaning - So this is where I couldn't give the full 5 stars. I had several blouses/tops cleaned and some of the stains were still there when I picked them up. They weren't super visible, but my previous cleaning shop had no issues removing the same kinds. Other than that, the staff here was also polite and professional. Overall, this place is a bit more expensive than what I'm used to, but then again, it is in Old Town. And everything seems to be pricier here. read more

I am a long time Yates dry cleaner customer and honestly, since they've lost Bob and Kim, things have been slowly going downhill. We never get the emails that clothes are ready, shirts take a week or longer to, the quality control has gone done, we've picked up shirts with dirty sleeves and broken buttons. I'll continue to use them because I have been a loyal customer but I'm not sure how much longer I can accept such poor quality at such a high premium. read more

The best dry cleaner and tailor in the DMV! They always return my clothes in outstanding condition, and I have gotten numerous jeans and skirts tailored that have become my favorites because of how great of a job Yates does. Couldn't recommend more! read more

I was only coming here to use Mrs. Lee's alterations services, and although overpriced, she was always able to alter my clothes last minute so I accepted it. I would drop off at least 3-4 pairs of pants almost every other week. The last time I came toward the end of last year, the dry cleaning side had misplaced my pants. At this time, I hadn't realized which pair they were and I was going out of the country for a few months so I had other things on my mind and Janelle, one of the cashiers, had told me that she would take care of it anytime I came back to reimburse me by writing a check or replacing the pair of pants that they had lost. I put complete trust in her reassurance that 3 months later, I reach out to let her know that I was back and would like the reimbursement for my pants and sent her the link to them. Once she sees the price of the pants, she called and acted like she was confused about what had taken place and there was no ticket in the system and that I have all of my things already? She then blames it on the "people upstairs" saying that she can't write the check because they're in charge of that even though she had reassured me herself that she would take care of it because she was there when she realized that my pants were missing from the pickup. This place is not trustworthy. I would not take any clothes of value to this establishment as they will not take accountability if they lose your things. I'm still waiting for Janelle to give me a call back and deny any responsibility or the whole incident from happening? Had I known they would deny accountability, I would have spoken to actual management and demanded my reimbursement then and there. read more

Joy is fantastic! I came to her with an off the rack tux jacket for my wedding and she gave me an honest evaluation - she could either make me look good or make the jacket comfortable. I chose to look good given it was going to be for my wedding, but she worked her magic and the jacket is BOTH flattering yet comfy! Highly recommend her for any tailoring needs! read more

Yates Dry Cleaning - Excellent work by Joy! - Shoe Repair Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

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It's reasonably priced for the area but the service takes two weeks! And there doesn't seem to be a way to expedite it even for a fee

I dropped off a nice white denim jacket to have a small stain taken care of, which they got out perfectly. For whatever reason, there was a new orange stain on the sleeve that they denied responsibility for, but said they would take care of. Next time I came for it, the orange stain was gone, but there was now a light pink stain on both sleeves, as well as the front and back of the jacket. I was angry, as they again claimed that they had no fault for staining my jacket. I came back to pick it up today, and only about half the pink is gone, and they claimed they can't work on it further. They still expected me to pay. Ridiculous. read more

Extremely efficient, professional, great presentation and high quality of service. I recommend their business. read more

Great service, quality, and value. They do a great job here and many many people know it. So, be prepared for it to take a little longer...days longer than a typical dry cleaners. However, they do a great job, and the staff are incredibly friendly. Bottom line, if you're not in a rush then this is my first choice. read more

Great job cleaning, and I've had multiple items tailored or fixed and they all turn out great.

I can't recommend this place enough. Bob is the best! I had a last minute invite to the VP's residence and he pressed up my dress upon walking in. The one thing I didn't have was time. Excellent service! Ask for Bob. read more

Yates Dry Cleaning - Shoe Repair Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

The Yates team, including Joy who does all the alterations, is very personable and friendly. They pay attention to detail, and work to help according to your calendar needs. Just this last time, i asked if two of the 5 items could be expedited so that i could take them with me on vacation, and they said yes, then when it was time to pick them up, all of the order was ready. I really appreciated not having to make a second run. Also, Joy does a great job on alterations and delivers when or before promised. She is very honest and tells you what is and isn't feasible so you don't waste money. read more

Unmatched alterations!! I have had both a vintage wedding gown and vintage formal dress altered at Yates and both turned out perfectly! If you need alterations done with care, this is the place! Never going anywhere else! read more

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Turnaround time is way too long. Is it unreasonable to want my clothes back in 6 days? They said that couldn't be done, both time I've gone. They gave me a time of 10 days today, so I went elsewhere. read more

You pay a nice penny to come here but I think it's worth it! The customer service is always friendly, the place doesn't stink of chemicals, and best of all - my clothes have always been properly cared for. What drew me to them originally was that they don't use staples or safety pins on the clothes (for the cleaning tag) which is one of my annoyances with other places. I've continued going back because they just do things right. read more

Always so prompt and professional. Bob is amazing I love the convenience of having them pick up and drop off my dry cleaning. And even when I'm late informing them that k need service, Bob is so incredibly patient! read more

Timely, consistent dry cleaning. I also got two bridesmaids dresses altered here and they were done very well. I don't have a lot of knowledge about alterations so it is difficult to comment on price. It felt pricey but because of the quality and speed, I can't complain! I will be back for both dry cleaning and alterations. read more

This review is for the marvelous Miss Joy, the wonderful seamstress at Yates. I've taken several pieces to her and after she's done working her magic, it's like wearing a brand new dress or jumper! Designed custom just for me! I realize that's the role of a tailor/seamstress but she just makes the experience that much better. Why? Because she's honest -- if she doesn't think it's worth your money to do it, then she will tell you. And she won't do a job that will damage the clothing. I tried to convince her to do so once haha and I'm SO glad she told me the truth and encouraged me not to go forward. But with the items she HAS tailored for me, her quality has been impeccable. She is a vital asset to Yates. read more

I took 3 shirts in to be dry cleaned , the cost per shirt was $30 . They're service is designed primarily for upholstery etc. I chose to have the shirts washed and pressed instead for less . They did a good job but not cost effective for me read more

Yates is a fantastic dry cleaner! I'm a big vintage shopper and sometimes when you buy a vintage piece, it has a stain or two and you have to take a gamble and hope the stain will be able to be removed! Well Yates has been able to remove them every time so far! Even a stain that looked like an ink stain. My boyfriend is also a regular customer and they do a great job on his everyday items like suits and tuxedos. I bought him a vintage YSL smoking jacket that needed some repairs and their alterations department did a fantastic job fixing it and making it perfect! read more

While I'm sure the tailor does good work, $85 for a simple straight hem on dress to shorten a few inches is insane! Needless to say I didn't move forward with the alteration. I can't believe people actually pay the prices she quotes. read more

Honest service at Yates Dry Cleaning. I'm pleased to say this story has a happy ending, and that I'm impressed by the service I received here. I just used Yates for the first time, and several items came back damaged. I was disappointed, and posted a review with pictures of what happened. Yates reached out to me, accepted responsibility and apologized, and then made sure everything was carefully repaired at no additional charge to me. I very much respect their dedication and careful work to make things right. read more

Review focus: Alterations at Yates I've had dry cleaning done here and it is effective and timely. My focus here is to discuss Joy's work in the alterations section. Normally, I have a talented tailor in DC. After problems with tailors on the west side of the river, I was glad to find Joy. I'm hesitant to take nice clothes to a dry cleaner for alterations (nice = Brooks Bros 1880/Canali coats/suits/pants). I started taking small job to Joy, but over time, she gained my trust. I've been taking nicer and nicer things to her. She did great alterations on BB pants and a Gieves and Hawke jacket to her. I was very happy with her work. Prices for aliterations are lower than I've seen elsewhere. Timing is relatively quick. Highly recommended! read more

Fantastic reasonably priced dry cleaner. Both times I've been they've been done before they said they would. They keep good hours and take cards. read more

I am so happy with Joy's work altering my king-size coverlet. I have been figuring out how to reduce it to queen-size for my new bed for months. Joy quickly understood exactly what was needed. In short order, she shortened the width while perfectly matching the pattern repeat and scalloped edge. She even found a small area that was worn and reinforced it. Thank you! read more

I've been looking for a seamstress for a while now and when I took my pants to Ms. Joy at Yates, I was blown away. She's so sweet and does great work. Am recommending this place to anyone and everyone. read more

Way overly priced, seeing as how I could drive less than 5 miles to another dry cleaner for the same product. I suppose it's Old Town and everything is on the higher end, but I still think it's a rip-off. I will say, however, that the establishment is clean and I was helped immediately. I went into Yates to have my pants tailored and the tailor charged me $35, after acting like she was giving me some huge discount. I'm still mad about it. The tailor was very nice though when she spoke to me and my pants turned out great. Unfortunately, I will not be returning as I cannot justify that price for fitted pants. read more

Very organized and clean shop. Employees are polite and quick to help customers. Great location for easy drop off/pick up. I like that they give you a bag for after hours drop offs if needed. They send an email to let you know your clothes are ready for pick up - very nice feature. I do miss the much more affordable Sam's with their 20% Sat-Sat discount. Yates is a bit expensive (hence the 4 stars) for dresses (formal or otherwise) and suit dry cleaning, but does have more modern service features than the mom & pops. read more

I sent a request for a quote via yelp and received a response very quickly. I took my items in the next day to be dry cleaned. They sent me an email when my items were ready for me to pick up 3 days later. The staff is very friendly and professional. I would definitely bring anything else I may need dry cleaned here. Side note: When I went to drop my clothes off on a Sunday there was only one person working. She was on the phone with a clearly upset customer. While I was upset I had to wait 15 minutes before she was off the phone to help me, I was impressed by her calm demeanor and how she didn't get nasty with the person on the phone not even once. Once she hung up the phone she apologized profusely for it taking so long. They seem to really care about their customers! read more