West 57th Shoe Repair & Key Cutting
(604) 620-7377
4.9 Stars | 158 Google Reviews

West 57th Shoe Repair

Exceptional craftsmanship, honest recommendations, and fair pricing. Vancouver’s trusted local destination for shoe restoration and key cutting in Kerrisdale.

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No Upselling

Honest recommendations always

Cobbler Sammy

Exceptional craftsmanship

Fair Pricing

Top-notch work, honest rates

Fast Turnaround

Quick & reliable service

Expert Care for Your Belongings

Our Specialities & Services

We combine traditional cobbling methods with premium materials to restore your shoes and items to their absolute best.

Sole Replacement

Extend the life of your favorite leather shoes or boots. We carefully strip away worn-out outsoles and replace them with high-grade leather or heavy-duty rubber (including Vibram soles) to restore traction, comfort, and structure.

Heel Repair

From replacing clicking heels on boots and designer shoes to resetting and repairing broken heel blocks, we ensure stability and durability with perfectly color-matched, long-wearing rubber or leather materials.

Leather Restoration

Scratches, scuffs, deep creases, or dried-out leather? Sammy specializes in deep reconditioning, color-dye matching, and repair of fine leather shoes, boots, and leather goods, reviving their original depth and luster.

Shoe Polishing

Our professional polishing service includes deep cleaning, nourishment, premium cream-dye application, and careful hand-buffing. Perfect for giving dress shoes a crisp, professional, mirror-like finish and water-resistant protection.

Key Cutting

We cut a wide variety of keys with surgical precision on state-of-the-art machines. Drop off your keys and get standard brass house keys, mailbox keys, apartment keys, or specialty keys duplicated in just a few minutes while you wait.

Protective Soles & Stitching

Keep brand new shoes pristine with thin, slip-resistant protective rubber overlays. We also handle detailed hand-stitching, patch repairs, zipper replacements on boots or bags, and eyelet repairs with top-tier cobbling skill.

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The Cobbler Behind the Counter

Meet Sammy

Welcome to West 57th Shoe Repair, located in the heart of Vancouver’s Kerrisdale neighborhood. Run and operated by Sammy, our shop has built a sterling reputation on a single, foundational philosophy: exceptional craftsmanship combined with absolute honesty.

Sammy is a dedicated craftsman who believes in taking care of her clients’ shoes, leather goods, and keys as if they were her own. When you bring your worn items to Sammy, you get straightforward, practical recommendations. We never push unnecessary work or upsell accessories you don't need—just honest care and expertise.

By matching traditional hand-stretching and deep restoration techniques with advanced materials, Sammy ensures high-grade, resilient results. We understand how much you value your favorite items, which is why we deliver exceptionally fast turnarounds and fair, transparent pricing.

100% Honest Pricing
4.9★ 158 Google Reviews
Fast Turnaround

Word of Mouth

Loved by the Vancouver Community

4.9 158 Google Reviews

"Brought in a well-worn pair of leather dress shoes and was amazed by the result. The scratches, creases, and overall wear were greatly improved, and the shoes look much cleaner and more polished than before. Professional service, fair pricing, and excellent workmanship. Definitely worth it!"

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Luke Lee

Verified Customer • Google Review

"I compared several shoe repair shops around Vancouver before choosing this one, and it's easily my top choice. Sammy is very professional, communicates clearly, and doesn't try to upsell unnecessary work. She gives straightforward, practical recommendations. The turnaround time was also faster than I expected."

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Erika

Verified Customer • Google Review

"I highly recommend West 57th Shoe Repair. The craftsmanship is exceptional, the owner is always friendly and professional, the pricing is fair, and the quality of work is top-notch."

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Location & Contact

Have questions about a repair or need a key cut? Sammy is here to help. Walk in today or call us directly!

Our Address

1838 W 57th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6P 5J8
Kerrisdale Neighborhood

Phone Number

(604) 620-7377

Business Hours

Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

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