Sandy Cleaners

$ 8.50 to dry clean one sport-​coat.
$ 36 to tailor (shorten the sleeves on the coat, and shorten the length on the slacks) a suit.
I’m not saying this is a good or bad price, just sharing what they charged me.

I’m a fan only because it’s difficult to find another dry cleaner that is relatively reliable and reasonable. But I totally agree with Nancy L.‘s review. Happened today to me as the owner couldn’t track down one piece of my order. Had me wait at the counter with no apology nor explanation. Went back and forth looking at both main racks and still nothing. It would have been nice if she gave me an explanation rather than let me guess. Another customer came in after me and had to wait until my mystery was solved. Fortunately they found the missing piece, but I had to keep an eye on the meter as that is the only available parking nearby. You can get free street parking around the corner in the side streets, but lots of people are aware of this as well so it’s limited.

I think their dry cleaning is good, but the service is slow. They tell you the day your dry cleaning/​laundry is to be done and then you go in and they are tracking down all your pieces. They don’t package your order together so there is no way you can quickly go pick up the order in a couple of minutes.
If you are in a hurry or want to be efficient with your time doing errands, then I would look for another place.

They do a great job dry cleaning clothes here. My dad has taken our clothes to multiple dry cleaners and this is by far the best on westportal.

I’ve been going to Sandy’s since I bought my first Dry Clean only sweater. My parents have been taking their clothes here since before that. We’ve never had a major problem, a button has been broken here or there, but, compared to Dry Cleaners we’ve ever seen, Sandy’s service and friendliness is the best of the best.

They put staples through the fabric of your clothes. ‘nuf said.

It’s difficult to be positive about most dry cleaners since I feel most of them are way over priced and really don’t care about your clothes.
My experience at Sandy’s Cleaners, however, has been different. They really do seem to care about doing a good job and getting your clothes finished when promised.
Whether I stop by when the open at 7:30AM or arrive right before they close, they are always friendly, interested in making sure they are clear on what you want done, and when you want your cleaning or laundry completed. Even special requests liking bagging items separately are met without hesitation.
I came to Sandy’s more than a year ago after feeling that another cleaner on West Portal was getting too expensive and not really doing a good job — I’m glad I made the switch.

I want to give Sandy’s a good rating for their friendliness and promptness. Dry cleaning of sweaters is about the best recommendation I can make on their behalf. Unfortunately, I didn’t have the best experience.
The replacement of a lining in my suit trousers wasn’t top notch for around $ 70.00 including cleaning and pressing. I can’t remember the exact price but I thought it was worth it at the time assuming the work is excellent. Replacing lining in trousers is a lot of work.
Also, as part of the same order, Sandy’s lost a black shirt that they sent out for washing and pressing while I received someone else’s shirt. To date, we haven’t been reimbursed for the missing item but I trust they will figure something out.
Speaking of «Sandy,» I had the best experience with a cleaners and tailor when Asia Cleaners on California near 6^th Avenue was in business. Sandy and her husband ran a professional shop and all my clothes and alterations were handled superbly. They retired about 2 years ago. I also tried Peninou’s French Laundry and Cleaners in Laurel Heights for my best clothing. I’ve had mixed results but would still recommend it for the most important items in your wardrobe.
It’s hard to live up to these standards but, I, too, want to find an excellent, reliable, and consistent cleaners. I’m looking for cleaners and tailors who understand women’s business clothing needs: Cleaned and pressed shirts that are not wrinkled at the collars (I hate that!) and creases on the trousers where you don’t want them.
Apologies for ranting on this review for Sandy’s. I’m giving them 3 stars because I think they do satisfy a clientele and are a local business in West Portal. Also, I understand the dry cleaning and tailoring business can be a tough and competitive one and there are some misses. I happen to be one of them.

They do a pretty good job with the heavy starch on hubby’s shirt. Got my sweater hoodie dry cleaned here and I was afraid they’d shrink it, but my fear was unfounded. The owners are nice and seem reliable. We used to go to Mimi’s but Sandy Cleaners’ prices are much more reasonable and I like the fact that I can usually find parking in the area and they fold your sweaters into clear plastic pouches not safety pinned to hangers. $ 14 for 5 shirts and one sweater.

New to the neighborhood so gave this place a try. Brought 3 pairs of brand new slacks worth around $ 500 for alterations, needed to prepay for the service and they ended up giving the finished goods to somebody else. They said they think they can track them down. It’s been a week now and I’m still waiting for them to call…

In the theme of saving money on the Fall/​Winter wardrobe 2008, I was in search of a convenient dry cleaner. I thought I would give Sandy’s a try.
I like the location of this cleaners. It is in a less busy section of the avenue. In the morning, when you need to drop off your clothing, you can find a parking place. The coffee and breakfast places up the avenue creates alot of traffic.
I was not certain that the grease stains would be removed from my light camel ¾ length jacket pantsuit, miracles of miracles, my suit was saved. It cost $ 18.00, but that saves me from having to buy another suit in this color. I don’t have many non-​black suits so it mattered.
I hope I stay clean this season. I know where to take my cocktail dresses now just-​in-​c

This review is for dry cleaning services only.
I’ve been bringing my dry clean only clothes to Sandy Cleaners for over three years now. I am happy with the quality and the service here, and I’ve yet to have a mishap with my clothes (knock on wood). Sandy does the cleaning on the premises.
I seem to have the worst luck with dry cleaners in the City. The places that act only as a middleman and send articles out have lost my clothes. The other one with a plant on the premises caused chemical burns on a great overcoat of mine and refused to accept responsibility for the problem.
Off the rack clothing doesn’t fit me, so 90% of my stuff is either made to measure or has been altered to fit me. Thus, it’s a pain (and costly) to get clothing replaced. Sandy Cleaners was a recommendation from a friend who grew up in nearby St. Francis Wood. My guess is that its proximity means Sandy Cleaners is more competent at dealing with better quality clothing.

I give it four stars because I’m afraid if I give five, I’ll find a better place tomorrow.
THE ONLY PLACE IN THE BAY THAT I’VE FOUND TO DO MY HUSBAND’S PANTS WITH HEAVY STARCH! We’re from Texas, ya’ll! So, of course, we grew up with the fact that when our mothers sent clothes to the cleaners to be starched, they came back with the ability to stand on their own. So, that’s the way he likes his pants.
It took four different tries in Daly City and San Francisco to get it right. Sandy Cleaners is pretty cheap for the most part and she usually remembers my name, so that’s a big plus in a city this large!
ooh! plus, the place is not that hard to get to! I go on weekends to pick up and drop off if I can. I park out front and I’m never in for more than 5 minutes. The only bad thing about the location is when I go after work, I have to deal with the traffice on 19^th. But, not bad enough to deter me from going.

I’ve been a Sandy’s customer for more than 7 years and frankly, having tried a number of other cleaners on West Portal, I think they do a great job. I have used Sylvia there for alterations, albeit not too complicated alterations (simple hems, waistline alterations, zipper replacements) and have been very satisfied. Tip, when dealing with Sylvia, speak clearly and be sure that she writes down measurements and you should not have a problem.
Sandy’s owners really care about customer satisfaction. They have gone over and above the norm to be sure that my clothes were done perfectly. I once had a problem and after that day, they have been careful and have taken the time, per my request, to measure knits pants, etc. so they come back the same length and size. They have also, removed buttons before cleaning and then sewed them back on after cleaning to avoid damage.
I have to say, they do a really good job and they have a great attitude no matter when I am in the store.

Changed owners a few years ago, but it’s hard to see the difference. Same friendly, good quality service. I’ve been going there for years. They’ve never lost anything. Good work, and reasonable prices. They do alterations. And they pretty much know their customers’ names without having to ask.

If it wasn’t for Sandy’s, I’d never have any clean clothes for work! And thank god they’re so nice, I’m always forgetting my ticket, and forgetting to come by and pick up my clothes. But, they always remember me, ask how the family is, and found my forgotten cleaning which they always, amazingly, manage to get the stains out of!

Sandy? Not Sandy’s? I always thought it was my mom’s accent. «Sandy» is super sweet and fobulous, like bubble tea, and handles shirts, dresses, & skirts with tender loving care. I worry about her son, though. I think she makes him work there on school holidays. She’s good but not worth trekking over to West Portal for unless you’re picking up shoes from Mr. Tip Top or secretly grocery shopping at your parents’ house nearby. The only problem is getting the sand out of your shoes. Ha. ha?