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West Village · Est. 1982

Your Shoes Deserve a Second Life

For over four decades, Drago Shoe Repair has been restoring, resoling, and reviving the footwear of New York City's most discerning residents.

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What We Do

Craftsmanship
in Every Stitch

From a single heel cap to a full restoration, every repair is handled with the same care and attention to detail.

Resoling & Reheeling

Complete sole and heel replacement on leather, rubber, and crepe. We match original specs or suggest upgrades for comfort and longevity.

Leather Repair & Conditioning

Restoration of scuffs, cracks, and tears. We color-match, condition, and restructure leather to bring your shoes back to life.

Zipper & Hardware

Zipper replacement, buckle repair, eyelet work, and metal hardware restoration for boots, bags, and dress shoes alike.

Boot Restoration

Work boots, riding boots, luxury footwear — we strip, clean, rebuild, and refinish to factory condition or beyond.

Sneaker Repair

Glue, stitching, sole separation, and midsole restoration. We treat your sneakers with the same reverence as fine leather.

Waterproofing & Protection

Professional-grade treatment for leather, suede, and fabric. Keep your shoes shielded against New York's rain and salt.

Drago Shoe Repair workshop interior with tools and materials
40+ Years

Our Story

Built on the
Streets of the
West Village

Drago Shoe Repair opened its doors in 1982 on Charlton Street — a small shop with an even smaller footprint and a big reputation. What started as a one-person operation has grown into one of the West Village's most trusted cobbler shops, serving residents, chefs, dancers, and professionals who refuse to replace what can be restored.

We believe the best shoes aren't the ones you buy new — they're the ones you've walked a thousand miles in, properly cared for.

Family-owned and operated for over four decades
Traditional hand-stitch techniques combined with modern materials
Walk-ins welcome — no appointment necessary
Premium materials sourced from heritage tanneries

Kind Words

Trusted by the
West Village

I've been bringing my shoes here for years. The attention to detail is unmatched — they made my grandmother's loafers feel brand new again.

Margaret L.

West Village resident

As a chef, I destroy my shoes. Drago keeps me walking in comfort and style. Fast turnaround, fair prices, and genuine care for the craft.

James T.

Restaurant chef, SoHo

They restored a pair of vintage boots I thought were beyond saving. I cried a little. Absolutely incredible work and such a lovely shop.

Sofia R.

Greenwich Village

Get Started

Ready to Give
Your Shoes a New Chapter?

Drop by the shop or give us a call. We'll assess your pair and let you know exactly what we can do — no pressure, no surprises.

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Visit Us

Find Us in
the West Village

Address

2 Charlton St
New York, NY 10014-4909

Hours

Mon – Fri: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sat: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sun: Closed

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