Moneysworth & Best

I would strongly discourage anyone from using this cobbler. More specifically, in early November I took my shoes to a different Money’s Worth and Best location to have the toe plate replaced. In late December, one of my toe plates came loose and required glueing down. As this location was more convenient, I decided to drop it off there to be glued. I didn’t even think to ask the price of this repair; assuming it would be nominal. That said, when I went to pick them up, they proceeded to charge me $ 10. This was particularly upsetting as I had only paid $ 10 for a brand new plate and all the labour and materials associated with that repair. Now, I was being charged $ 10 for glue, which subsequent to a quick google search I discovered costs $ 10−20/ 100mL. Apparently, this location has a $ 10 minimum for all repairs. What’s particularly deceptive about this policy, is that no where is this policy stated prior to providing any service. In essence, the practice of this location is to charge $ 10 for all small jobs, regardless of the actual value of the service. The reason stated for this policy, is high rent. What’s lacking in this stated rationale is the notion that small businesses are built through patronage and word of mouth recommendations. Complete a small job at a reasons price for me today and, if satisfied with the service, I’m increasingly more likely to bring my business to you next time and recommend you to my friends. Needless to say, I will not be returning to this location anytime soon.

They made me pay before any service is done on my shoes. Unfortunately, I got overpriced service done. Save yourself the money and don’t go there. They will over charge you because they can’t keep up with the rent in Eaton Centre. Making you pay before a service is done is a sign that a business is in trouble and doesn’t care for you.

Their alteration/​repair service did a highly satisfactory job on mending the tear on my lambskin leather jacket. Will recommend to everyone I know who values their money; very appropriate name indeed!

This place is awesome! It is open until 9 PM (which is good for anyone who works in an office off the PATH) and I kid you not the guy fixed the tips on my heels in 5 minutes! I walked up around 7:30 PM when I got off work and he said it would take 15 minutes… then a few minutes later he came out with my fixed shoes! Amazing. It was a little expensive…$ 16.95 for just the tips of my heels… but I am American, so that’s about ~$ 13 for fixed heels in 5 minutes — in my mind, totally worth it! I will definitely be bringing more shoes there.

Do you like rudeness and over-​priced «service»? Because that’s what you’ll get here.
I took my boots to get a zipper replaced that had been fixed once before at a different cobbler for $ 20. The unpleasant there took one quick look at it and told me it would be $ 50 to fix. As a past seamstress I know that to replace such a zipper is a cinch if you have the right equipment as they do. When I told him that it only cost me $ 20 at the last place, he rudely shot back at me that «I should go there then». I have never been treated with such contempt for no reason before.
I can’t speak to the quality of their repairs, since I left immediately.

Went to buy a shoe sponge to clean my shoes prior to a meeting. Was told that I could only use cash since the purchase is below $ 10.
With no cash on hand and no need for me to buy anything else he refused my credit card and debit card without even the offer to charge a surcharge.
He said they get «dinged» 2.5% on card purchases. Why not just build that into your costs instead refusing business? You just got dinged with a lost customer.

Went to get my boots repaired. The woman took my name and number down on a napkin (?!) and then told me she didn’t know if they could fix the whole heel. She was also unaware how much it would cost and then told me to come back in half an hour when someone might be able to actually help me. Waste of a trip.

The cobbler here is a real pleasure to interact with. A perpetual smile on his face, he answered all my anxious questions intelligently and no bs. Needed my suede sperry boots widened near the toes. Cost: $ 10+tax and a great job. I’m walking around with ease and no worries about blisters.
Located conveniently in the Eaton Centre, opposite Body Shop on the lower level. This convenience is key as many of the shoe repair places around downtown core have regular working hours and no extended hours. ahem Mr. Presto. But nevertheless the location is key to my loyalty now.

I have been coming here for over 6 – 7 years and these guys are pros. Shoes are my life, and not any ol’ cobbler will do. At first I was put-​off by the chain namebrand. I’d been to other Moneysworth locations before and it definitely wasn’t «worth the money». (Har har.) But the Eaton Centre location has the best team!
Prices may seem a little steep but if you’re gonna drop some serious coin on your shoes anyway, these guys will help protect your investment.
Recently I brought in a pair of beloved ankle boots that I had bought in Paris. I just about had a breakdown when they were destroyed by a surprise Toronto rainshower. These dudes performed a miracle and brought my precious boots back to life. I teared up with happiness when I saw what a great job they did.
These guys aren’t conversationalists, but they’ll tell it like it is. So, as long as you’re realistic too, you should be quite satisfied with they can do for you.
If you really love your shoes, bring them here. They will thank you eternally.

Tucked away in a corner in the lower floor of the Eaton Centre (
) near the entrance to the Queen Street Subway, is a cobbler. Unless you were looking for them specifically, you probably wouldn’t find them or notice them as you leave from the subway station. But they can be a lifesaver.
There have been times when I’ve blown a boot or two in my life and need to get some speedy repairs. These guys have not only been fast but extremely courteous and cost effective. The shoes that I’ve brought in have not only been fixed but also have been cleaned and polished. One pair had a huge gash across the top of the toe and they did their best to seal and buff it out without asking. Pretty nice service, must say.