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Shoe Hospital

Shoe Hospital

4.5
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📍 Chicago

About

Shoe Hospital brings over a century of trusted craftsmanship to downtown Chicago's Loop at 318 S Dearborn St, where experienced master cobblers Ro and Curt deliver expert sneaker repairs and leather restoration with a 4.5-star rating built on generations of precision work. Specializing in comprehensive shoe repair, bag restoration, belt repair, leather restoration, and professional sneaker cleaning, this historic Loop institution serves Chicago's business district with the kind of experienced, trusted craftsmanship that has survived over 100 years by consistently exceeding expectations. Their exceptional work—like replacing heel caps on chunky boots so perfectly they feel better than new, or executing complex repairs with such impressive craftsmanship that customers happily pay premium prices—demonstrates the level of care your valuable items require and deserve. With early 7:30AM opening times perfect for Loop professionals dropping off before work and lightning-fast turnaround capabilities (bringing in shoes at 3PM and picking up the next morning), Shoe Hospital accommodates downtown Chicago's demanding pace while maintaining meticulous attention to detail. Open Monday through Friday with extended hours until 5:30PM, this legendary Chicago institution combines century-old expertise with modern efficiency, ensuring customers looking for the care their footwear and leather accessories require look no further than Shoe Hospital's trusted craftsmen who guarantee satisfaction through unmatched experience and dedication to quality.

Specialties

Shoe Repair

Bag Repair

Belt Repair

Leather Restoration

Sneaker Cleaning

The Verdict

SneakerLens says: Best for downtown sneaker repairs with a legacy of quality service.

Random Reviews

I M

I. M.

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It wasn't cheap but look at that craftsmanship, well worth the money. Also: took them in at 3pm, they were done the next morning

R L

R. L.

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The best, experienced and trusted shoe snd big craftsmen. If you're looking for the care your utensils require, look no further. You don't be disappointed!! Ro and Curt

S J

S. J.

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Great shop! I had the heel caps of my favorite chunky boots come off, they replaced them in a couple of hours and they actually feel better now than they did when I bought them!