Entrust all of your shoe needs to the experienced professionals at Sal's Shoe Repair. From custom-made shoes and boots to rejuvenating shoe repair, our company offers products and services you can trust. At our company, we sell leather cleaning products not only for shoes, but also for a variety of other items, including luggage, baseball mitts and clothing.
Our cleaning products leave your items shining like new. We also do patchwork and repair and replace zippers and snaps on most jackets and luggage. Sal's Shoe Repair is a family-owned and -operated company based in Annandale, Virginia. From restoration to full-service shoe care, we offer top-quality services and products that exceed your needs.
Our cleaning products leave your items shining like new. We also do patchwork and repair and replace zippers and snaps on most jackets and luggage. Sal's Shoe Repair is a family-owned and -operated company based in Annandale, Virginia. From restoration to full-service shoe care, we offer top-quality services and products that exceed your needs.
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Although businesses have come and gone in Annandale, Sal's Shoe Repair has been at the same spot on Little River Turnpike since 1954. It is hard to imagine now, but when we originally opened, Little River was a two-lane road and Annandale was a sleepy, little town. We are a third-generation family business owned and operated by Chris Zeck since 1996.
Whether you have a hole in your shoe or would like better traction and stability, our store has everything you need. As authorized dealers for Rockport, Birkenstock, Danner, and Dehner, we provide authorized repairs. You don't have to wait long, either, as we offer seven-day turnarounds on most sales and services.
We specialize in the measuring and sale of Dehner shoes and boots for over 15 years. Constructed with your choice of leather uppers and colors and featuring high-quality materials, these offer long wear and easy sole replacement. Designed to meet the most demanding street and highway specifications, these are perfect for both seasoned force veterans and mounted cadets on their way up.
We specialize in the measuring and sale of Danner and LaCrosse shoes and boots. Crafted with superior product and precision, these offer long wear and easy sole replacement. Designed to meet the most demanding street and highway specifications with a variety of styles, these are perfect for all elements and different types of jobs.
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Pawel Stefanski
Jan 29, 2022
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David Ho
Jan 17, 2022
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Liz Johnson
Dec 20, 2021
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A. L. C.
Aug 12, 2021
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Letisha Brooks
Mar 28, 2021
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I get that this is an established business that locals have loved, but the current staff and repair work is not up to par. Brought in a pair of cream leather boots that had gotten some stains from dye transfer. Was told by the employee working they "wouldn't touch them" and I should just "wear them in low light." This assessment was given without even picking up the shoes. I was in and out in less than 5 minutes.
Tony Morgante
Jan 17, 2021
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Bonnie Snyder
Jan 08, 2021
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Annandale Mc Detailing Group -Amcdg
Dec 14, 2020
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I have been a customer of Sal's Shoe Repair for several years now and figured it was high time for a review. As a part time job I spend hours detailing motorcycles in the Annandale area of Fairfax County. Sal's shoes repair came highly recommended, with no one in the area coming close to the quality of not only the products they offer, or customer service provided.
Detailing motorcycles is incredibly demanding and tedious. Starting with washing the MC you need a good waterproof boot to hold up to the rigors of the task. I have tried Bates and Danner's(both offered at Sal's) but neither held up
Detailing motorcycles is incredibly demanding and tedious. Starting with washing the MC you need a good waterproof boot to hold up to the rigors of the task. I have tried Bates and Danner's(both offered at Sal's) but neither held up
Sky Stains
Nov 18, 2020
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I brought in a pair of 15-year-old cowboy boots that have great sentimental value and needed a full resole, new heel caps, the toes needed to be dyed because they were so scuffed, and I had started to dig into the wooden heel blocks. Chris spent less than a week with them and returned them looking honestly brand new. And they even still have my original footbeds that are formed to my feet! Just outstanding work and great customer service
Frank J.
Sep 09, 2020
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Excellent service and a professional shop. Chris assisted me with recommending shoe repair to add traction to the sole my girlfriend’s heels. Pricing is very competitive and at quite a savings compared to my experience with other shops in Rockville. Time to complete repairs was quick and took just 5 calendar days. Bottom line is Sal’s shop has earned my trust and future business through their craftsmanship and customer service. Give ‘em a chance to do the same for your needs.
Adrian U.
Feb 20, 2020
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James C.
Apr 12, 2019
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Z. C.
Mar 12, 2019
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I have been going here for years. I am a native to the area and have been going here since a child. They do great work and fast. Never have to wait long to get your repairs back. My husband has his shoes resoled here all the time and we also use this store for various repairs. The owner is always so very nice that is a pleasure to go in and see him. He goes over and above on repairs. I recently brought my boots in for re-heeling and noticed the tabs on the sides were fraying. I commented to myself out loud that I needed to trim them to make them look better. Well, when I got home and opened
Vernon J.
Jul 22, 2018
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I have been a customer at Sals Shoe Repair (Annandale, VA) for approximately 20 years and I highly recommend this shoe repair shop
to all persons living in the DMV region. All other persons, living outside of the DMV, will not have the ability to utilize this outstanding shoe repair shop due to proximity. The prices are fair and consistent, the advice offered in reference to the repair and purchasing shoes is invaluable, and i they have never misplaced a pair of my shoes. I spend approximately $1,200 per year in the maintentance and repair of 75 pairs of shoes. I plan on utilizing the shoe repair
to all persons living in the DMV region. All other persons, living outside of the DMV, will not have the ability to utilize this outstanding shoe repair shop due to proximity. The prices are fair and consistent, the advice offered in reference to the repair and purchasing shoes is invaluable, and i they have never misplaced a pair of my shoes. I spend approximately $1,200 per year in the maintentance and repair of 75 pairs of shoes. I plan on utilizing the shoe repair
Mansoor S.
Mar 14, 2018
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Unfortunately, old age has got the best of the staff here. I took my almond toe dress shoes for repair and they ripped out the sole and put tennis shoe type of insoles. When I took it back the took that out and put a piece of leather no glue or anything, I could have gone to target and done that. Very disappointed was hoping they would do a better job.
Xuan H.
Jan 18, 2018
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I've been going here for a decade to repair my expensive shoes. Mostly just sole work and replacing the bottoms of heels. I have to say the prices have really gone up! $14 just to put in a regular heel? But even still it's a convenient location in Annandale, and customer service is friendly. They also make copies of special keys that Home Depot won't do for you as well, so that's another plus. It's nice to have a mom and pop shop around that you can count on.
Kimberly D.
Nov 17, 2017
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Best shoe and luggage repair in the region. These guys are real pros in a shop that's been around forever - and their experience shows. Excellent work, good value. Lots of shoe care and key accessories in the shop - I always come out with a stocking stuffer or some such! They just did a difficult rush job on a large piece of luggage my daughter needed for an overseas trip - really appreciated their understanding! - Look at the pic of the storefront, as their awning is a little worn and hard to see. That section of Little River Turnpike is not the easiest to make U-turns, etc.!
Anna K.
Mar 20, 2017
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Really like this place. They are friendly and they do a good job. I also get keys copied here and they always do it really well. I figured Home Depot or Lowes or Walmart might do a good job but they don't do quality work. Hence I drive 30 minutes out this way on purpose to get keys cut from them. Most recently had my shoes fixed and they were awesome and reasonably priced as well. Parking is a bit annoying but it's fine. It's all worth it.
Buck L.
Jan 25, 2017
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I went in on a snowy Saturday morning in early January to order a pair of Dehner boots, my first ever custom footwear. I've wanted a pair for more than 20 years, and finally decided to treat myself. Chris was working by himself in the back, but came out to fit me, and treated me as if my one order was an order for 50 pairs of boots. The shop has contracts for made-to-measure Dehner motorcycle boots for a bunch of law enforcement agencies (state, county, city) that are proudly displayed, but he treated me like I was his biggest account.
He measured my feet ten ways from Sunday (and my
He measured my feet ten ways from Sunday (and my
Paul K.
Nov 25, 2016
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Evelyn L.
Apr 24, 2016
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Really disappointed to be one who had a bad experience here. Brought in a pair of boots and pumps. Heels of the boots look competently done but the proof will be in how long they last. The heel of the pumps are awful. I am kicking myself for straying from my go to in Arlington, Sam Torrey. It's just a disaster: the heel is black instead of brown , the material is a cheap looking cap and was not shaped in anyway. Fourteen down the drain and I'm definitely never going back.
