Dr Shoe-Worthington

I had a pair of sorel boots for harsh winters up north at the cost of $ 240. To my dismay, the rubber on the heels rubbed out within one winter. Dr. Shoe replaced the rubber for only $ 12 a boot and they look and feel as good as new. I’m pleased with the quality of the work. It may take as late as two weeks but it’s way better than buying new boots again.

I have been using Dr Shoe-​Worthington for over 10 years now. The first time I went there was to repair a brand new pair of Prada loafers that had been severely damaged and had a hole (yeah a hole!) in the left toe. The repair was so perfect that there is still no evidence of the damage to this day.
I routinely drop off all my shoes to be reconditioned. They also «winterize» dress shoes to protect them from salt and snow. Even my delicate leather-​soled (read: very prone to damage) Ferragamos come back with years added to their useful and beautiful lives.
They are great with all leather products and it’s very obvious that they have been practicing their craft for a long, long time. My one regret is that I no longer work near them and it’s hard to find an opportunity to go to their shop these days.
While they are not the cheapest, their attention to detail is second to none. I trust them with my finest leather products and gladly pay extra for the care my shoes get.

This business easily has the potential to be a five star establishment once I get a second round of shoes repaired. I went in recently with one pair of men’s shoes, two pumps, and a few pairs of boots. All needed shined and repairs (e.g. reattaching plastic heel tip; new insole attachment; reattaching sole to shoe; etc.). Prices were pretty high and I believe my total bill, including shoe shines, was near to $ 90. However, the work was expertly done and was completed within a reasonable amount of time. Additionally, the store has Saturday hours and extended hours during one day of the week which is super helpful for those who are at work till 5:00 p.m. I was looking for a great cobbler in the central-​Ohio area for a while and this business absolutely fits the bill.

Originally I was supposed to get my work boots back next week, but when I asked the owner if he could squeeze me in for this weekend since I’m from out of town, he had absolutely no problem helping me out. Good pricing, amazing work and he gives out great advice.

I live in Columbus ohio and these guys are THE place to go to for shoe repairs. So when I brought in my brand new tory burch riding boots to have the calf muscle stretched out, I felt confident. These guys understand truly how leather and shoes work. They told me everything I need to know about treating my boots and had the proper products to do so. I highly suggest going to these guys. Nothing is better than going to an independently owned store that produces quality work.

i live in st louis and read about this store in a magazine. i have sent three chanel purses, a hermes belt and a prada bag to be refinished and re-​dyed.
unbelievable results, friendly and fast service and the best part is the price. my leather goods look brand new. so worth shipping from another state to get this quality!

I had just recently bought a pair of John Varvatos chukka boots that I knew I wanted to protect so that way they survive the winter and regular wear and tear. I also had a pair of Cole Haan wingtips that I wear pretty much everyday at work because I’ve worn them in just perfectly. Which is what lead me to Unilocal to see where other people are getting their shoes repaired. That search ultimately lead me to Dr. Shoe!
These guys are experts in what they do. I had heard some horror stories about getting shoes repaired at other places, so I was a little skeptical at first. But after talking with them and learning more about their process, I felt comfortable leaving my shoes with them.
A little recommendation though: wherever you take your shoes to be repaired, ask to see prior work they’ve done. Ask for them to show you how they would go about repairing your shoes. It’s a good way of vetting a repair shop.
Anyways, what I loved about these guys is the 1 – 2 combo of their prices and how quick they are. Both pairs of shoes I left for them were done within a week. Whereas the boots I sent off to Cole Haan Restoration took over 2 MONTHS! The soles that they added and the restoration of the leather was so flawless, the shoes/​boots looked like they came straight from the factory.
Ultimately, if you have a pair if shoes that you need repaired or want to protect, go see the Doctor!

I recently bought a good pair of men’s dress shoes and decided to get heel plates to extend their life. Bought the plates, installed them myself, but they lasted just a couple of months. So, I decided to get professional help and found this place on Unilocal.The owner was there, he installed a pair of new plates in literally three minutes while I waited. The best part, the job was less expensive than what I paid to buy the plates myself. Needless to say, this is my go to place now for all shoe related concerns. They also do lots of other leather repairs (bags, jackets) and luggage. I hope they stay in business, the strip mall around them is barely occupied.

I’d been referred to them by two shoe stores so I figured they must be a bit of an ok. When hubs blew out the heel on his dress shoes I knew just where to take them!
Unassuming little hole in the wall joint but these guys are serious about what they do. The day I took the shoes in and the day I picked them up I saw several people going in and out with many different styles of shoes.
The put the type of heel he wanted on his shoes and new soles and polished them up for around $ 65 (give or take a few bucks). The shoes felt tighter to him after he wore them again, but assumed it was because they had been restitched. After a few days they remolded themselves to his foot and all is well.

I have been to Dr Shoe several times now, and I have been more than pleased with their work on each occasion.
I first discovered Dr. Shoe when I bought my first pair of Louboutins. I had done lots of research about getting proper care for the soles and wanted to put a vibram on the sole for added traction and protection. I asked the sales associate at Saks about where to go to. He handed me Dr. Shoe’s card. And I figured that if this retail store would stand behind him, I would take my precious new babies there too. I stopped by that week and had my shoes back within a few days. I was so excited that I planned on strolling around in them while picking up a few groceries. I hadn’t worn these shoes anywhere but the store yet. And as I was walking into the store, I felt my shoe heel slip into the grating that was in need of repair. I instantly lifted my foot to see a horrifying tear on the leather of the heel. I was almost in tears. I rushed home to find that it was an easy repair.
The next day I was back out to see Dr Shoe. I sheepishly walked in with my poor babies in hand. He looked at them and assured me that it was a simple fix. It was inexpensive as was the sole installation. And I had my shoes back in a few days. And the only reason I could find the blemish is because I knew where it was. My boyfriend couldn’t tell. In fact, I couldn’t pick it out if you asked me today. Perfect job. I was so grateful.
My other experience was with a pair of Frye Campus boots. I fell in love with them. I’ve wanted a pair for so long. And I ignored reviewers that warned people with thick calved to steer clear. Well upon receiving them in the mail, I found that they are tight. In fact much tighter than I’d like. I went in to have them stretched. Again it was inexpensive. And I was warned that the stretch wouldn’t stay or be much due to the nature of the boot design. A few days later I came back to pick them up. While I was picking them up, the gentleman offered me free stretching from now on with that pair. And I would take advantage of it if I lived closer, but it’s easily a 45 minute drive for me. The stretch was nice, but didn’t last as I was warned. Though he offered to install a small piece of matching elastic on the shaft as well. And while my calf size seems to fluctuate from being able to fit and not, I’ve decided to take them in soon. And I also plan on having him take a look a few other pairs.
This was a bit of a novel, but I feel this page doesn’t represent their quality and customer service. These guys are Grade A, and I feel like they’d have to be for Saks to readily hand out their business cards.