Choi Shoe Repair

If you need your shoes fixed, don’t hesitate to drop them off here. Had two of my shoes fixed and they came out better than perfect. Worth every penny.

I don’t have anything unique to add to the overwhelming amount of positive reviews for this business, other than to voice my wholehearted agreement.
My Saks 5^th avenue were so trashed, I figured I’d just have to shell out the $ 300 for a new pair. I normally never opt for shoe repair, but given the glowing reviews for Choi here on Unilocal,I decided to give it a try. If it worked out, it would save me $ 300 for a new pair, and if not, whatever, I can deal with a $ 20 loss.
What can I say? These guys are miracle workers. The boots look brand new. The craftsmanship is evident in the detailed stitching, the completely transformed soles, and the renewed quality of the suede. Plus, parts of the cloth were so ripped apart that couldn’t be stitched back together; Choi’s solution was a careful, subtle patching that looks like it was part of the original design of the boot.
Reasonable prices, quick turnaround time, and some of the best work I’ve ever seen. This place is a keeper.

I have used this shop 5 times over the last 6 years. I have had shoes resoled (leather and vibram lugs), a leather apron restitched, a purse repair for my wife, and I buy my colored/​tinted shoe polish and leather dye there. Really nice assortment of polish colors.
The owner does quality work, but you have to be very specific. If you want brown soles on blue shoes, you have to tell him. If not, then you will get black edges on your soles. If you want additional stitching, tell them up front. Clear communication, as with any craftsman, is the key to being happy with the work.
Service is fast, my resole jobs were 1 week, and the pricing is great. No, they are not open from 8 to 8, seven days a week. This is literally a mom and pop shop and they need family time as much as anyone else.
As said by others, not just for shoes. Great at leather repair and reinforcement. Can also work heavy canvas.

I have a small Brighton clutch/​wallet with a beautiful woven leather handle attached with decorative metal. One side of the
handle broke off and I was heartbroken as it didn’t look like something that could be repaired. I took it to Choi and they weren’t initially optimistic but a week later the bag was as good as new. I couldn’t even see where the repair was done. I am delighted and the price was very reasonable. I highly recommend them!

I’m speechless of how great this place is! I took in my boots for a new heel and sole. While at first I was taken back by the sticker price, When I got my boots back the quality of work was absolutely visible! I think I might be able to get quite a few more miles out of my favorite boots. Definitely will be giving them my service as well as recommendations!

Wonderful! I needed a dog leash repaired and Choi Shoe Repair had it repaired in one day for a fair price. Very happy.

Took in some very extremely worn down heels, and I’m not sure why since they were so lifeless they deserved the trash can. Dropped them off at Choi Shoe Repair and he made them like brand new, and the price was not bad at all. If anything it was lower then I thought it should be but was grateful. I’ll be dropping some sandals off this weekend. I highly recommend.

I would not recommend this shop unless you have the time to make several trips to pick up your item only to find out it is not ready. I took in a purse to have a strap re-​attached on a Wednesday. I was told I could pick it up the following Saturday. I drove from Renton to W. Seattle on Saturday just to be told it was not done and to come back on the following Monday. Today (Monday) I returned only to find the shop closed with no sign other than the one with their hours of operation which included all day on Mondays. I will have to make at least one more trip and am not at all happy. I will not use this shop again. What happened to customer service which dictated a phone call when an item was not to be ready at the promised time?

I had the world’s best Cobbler in Bellevue, and when I went in, the store had been replaced with a tattoo shop. As I started a new journey. I of course decided to seek help from Unilocal.I found all kinds of stellar reviews and these people wanted anywhere from $ 75 to about $ 130 to half-​sole and heal my $ 100 shoes that I got on clearance for $ 35.
Of course when I attempted to find a new shoe on clearance, the best price I found was close to $ 75, and they were not the same quality or style of what I had. I went everywhere between Bellevue and Kent, and finally decided to cross the lake and check out Choi’s. Although I didn’t get the $ 25 deal that another review got, my deal was only a few dollars more. Mr. Choi was super friendly, and assured me that I would get the best possible repair. 4 days later I picked up my shoes and I have to say after about 6 years of wear, they looked as good as new. He did an amazing job and was super pleasant to deal with. West Seattle is pretty much off my radar, but I won’t hesitate to get my passport stamped again in order to have my shoes serviced here.

My favorite purse had a small rip near the bottom outside seam. He fixed it perfectly and it was only $ 13! Great shop!

Mr Choi replaced soles and heels on two pairs of designer boots. Beautiful job!
Cool shop visually. Like stepping back in time.
He also takes credit cards now. Highly recommended.

very friendly, beautiful work on my jil sander boots, quick turnaround – will definitely be going back

I brought in two pairs of boots — one in dire need of repair, and one that I wasn’t too sure about. He evaluated them and let me know that I could get a little more wear out of them before having them repaired. I so appreciate his honesty!
He beautifully repaired the heels on my one pair of boots — beautifully done, no complaints. Everything was done in a timely manner and to the highest standards. I’m delighted to support this small business and would definitely send others there!

This small little storefront on Fauntleroy Way is home to an amazing Shoe Repair man. He has repaired so many pairs of beloved shoes (from high quality to summer sandals that tore along the stitching), repaired handbags, added holes to belts… He looks at what you have brought him with care and insight into what will make it better than ever. His work is meticulous and reasonably priced! Instead of buying a new something, try bringing it into 37 Shoe Repair!
Hours: M-​F 9am-​6pm, Saturdays 930am-​4pm

I’m a newbie to West Seattle and am really pleased to have found this place. I’ve brought boots here to be re-​heeled and Mr. Choi always does an excellent job at a fair price. I’ve never, ever had a problem with anything he’s worked on. I brought in a leather jacket recently to have him replace a missing snap and he did a beautiful job and didn’t charge me because it didn’t match the other snaps perfectly. He’s very gracious and friendly which I appreciate!

Mr. Choi is the best!
When I lived in Denver I paid between $ 12-​$ 20 per pair to re-​sole my shoes. Mr. Choi was slightly more per pair. I paid $ 98 to re-​sole 4 pairs of boots. However, he also noticed that my leather purse was ripped and offered to repair it complimentary!
All items look better than new. You can tell he takes pride in his work. He has made me a customer for life.
Making an investment with your favorite items is more meaningful than buying new stuff all the time anyway! ;)

I have a special bond with my cowboy boots and am very particular about who repairs them. Mr. Choi has earned my trust. He delivers high quality boot repair, at a fair price and within a reasonable time frame. In this era of disposable everything, Mr. Choi adds years of life to my comfortable and trusted boots.

Mr. Choi is friendly and professional, but most importantly, he does fantastic work.
I have taken a «murse» to be repaired there and he also put a new zipper in my motorcycle jacket. Both pieces were completed on-​time and in in perfect condition.
Highly recommended.

So my husband was needing a new zipper on one of the pouches of his pool cue case as he was overstuffing it. I had searched for a leather repair place on Unilocal and Choi Shoe Repair came up so I read all the reviews. Other customers had leather purses and a dog leash fixed by him so why not a pool case? So my husband gave Mr. Choi a call and brought his case down to have the zipper replaced on the pouch. Well he did a remarkable job on it and my husband was so happy he didn’t have to spend hundreds of dollars to buy a new case or have it shipped out to a specialty shop to get it fixed for a high price. If ever I need repairs on my leather shoes or handbags, I will definitely be bringing them here.
Cash or check only and parking is difficult.

Seung is a master craftsman, overall nice guy and my local hero! He has come to my rescue several times. He has replaced the heels on my leather boots; he fixed the straps on my dressy black satin slingbacks; and most recently, he rescued an old leather bag that had been sitting a the bottom of my closet. Each of these repairs were done within a few days and the repairs saved me lots of cash.
Seung is always super friendly. I’m always somewhat surprised with the service charges — I have felt undercharged at times. You can usually nab a parking spot right in front of the shop. I’ve never had to wait long to drop off or pick any items. Even though I now live across town, I’ll happily make the drive back to WS for all my shoe and leather repairs.
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