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Main Street Shoe Repair

3.6 13 reviews
Shoe Repair
Overall rating
3.6
out of 5
13 reviews
5 star 48%
4 star 0%
3 star 4%
2 star 4%
1 star 44%

About Main Street Shoe Repair

Main Street Shoe Repair is a business known for its quality work and traditional repair methods. Customers appreciate the knowledgeable and caring service provided by the owner, who takes pride in her craft. She specializes in restoring shoes using old-school techniques, such as hand stitching, which helps preserve the shoes' period style. This approach ensures the repairs are durable and authentic, making old shoes look and feel like new.

Many customers have had positive experiences with the quality of the repairs, often highlighting the owner’s helpful and easygoing attitude. She is willing to do extra work at a minimal charge, demonstrating her dedication to customer satisfaction. The shop’s slogan, "Repair. Don't replace," reflects her philosophy of fixing shoes rather than discarding them.

However, some reviews mention challenges related to the customer experience. There have been delays in completing repairs, with some customers waiting longer than expected or experiencing miscommunication about timelines. One customer shared a frustrating experience involving delays, misunderstandings about the work needed, and a tense interaction at the shop. Despite the quality of the work, some customers have felt that the service could be improved in terms of communication and customer handling.

Overall, Main Street Shoe Repair is a place for those seeking traditional, high-quality shoe repairs, especially for period shoes, but potential clients should be prepared for a more old-fashioned, personal service style that may sometimes involve delays or misunderstandings.

Sep 2026
5.0
My mom has been taking shoes, bags, and belts here for years to get fixed. I bought vintage Louis Vuitton boots in Milan and the soles got shredded the first time I wore them. I brought them to Sue and she made them look amazing. She even used rubber with “Italy” etched in it. It made me smile because it helps keep their origin story in tact. It may take her months to complete a project, but it’s worth it! Bring her items that you’re willing to part with for several months but not willing to part with forever. She is affordable too! Before photos & after photos.
Jun 2025
5.0
Driving for 25 years through Malden and Wakefield for the M.B.T.A. taking Suzanne from Main St. Shoe repair, back and forth to work, sharing stories of our families, and her telling me all the hard work it is to be a cobbler, I finally had the opportunity to have her work on a pair of shoes I had. Other than the worn soles and heels, the shoes were in really good shape,and they fit like a glove and I had to make a decision on getting new ones or fixing the old ones and let me tell you , having Suzanne restore those shoes was the best decision!! She did an amazing job, the shoes look brand new!! The price was reasonable, and I left a very satisfied customer and friend!!… read full review
May 2023
3.0
So first off. Let me tell you that this was a long time coming. I gave her my shoes months ago (2-3). I needed the soles repaired because they were breaking off and worn down. They are period shoes I use for reenacting. So I need to go to a cobbler to get them fixed.When I gave her the shoes she said she needed one month and to come back. I said okay. So one month past and she said she was still working on them and to come back later.I then came back two weeks after and she said she is still TRYING to figure out the best way to repair the shoes. ( Meaning she hasn't done that much to it.). So I give her more time.Last Wednesday she said they would be done Saturday. I… read full review
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Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 10:30AM - 5PM
Thursday 10:30AM - 5PM
Friday 10:30AM - 5PM
Saturday 9:30AM - 2:30PM
Sunday Closed

Location

399 Main Street, Wakefield, MA 01880

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