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5 Best Sewing Machine Stores in Los Angeles (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Talise Sterling
By Talise Sterling, Goods and Shopping · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 7 min read

A broken industrial sewing machine can shut down a whole small alterations or garment business in Los Angeles, which is why several of the shops on this page are reviewed as much for house-call repair speed as for retail selection. Ratings across these sewing machine stores run from 4.6 to 4.9, and between them they've logged more than 600 Google reviews.

Short answer: Sew FYI and Sewing machine Tienda de máquinas de coser both lead the sewing machine stores in Los Angeles with a 4.9 rating, at 200 and 115 reviews respectively. Sew FYI is a Downtown LA studio built around sewing classes and coworking space rather than machine retail, while the Tienda specializes in mobile repair, often at a customer's home. For straight industrial machine sales, ABC Sewing Machine LLC (4.6, 106 reviews) is the dedicated retailer on this list.
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How LA's sewing machine specialists compare

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Sew FYI 4.9 ★ 200 Sewing classes and studio space View ›
2 Sewing machine Tienda de máquinas de coser 4.9 ★ 115 Mobile and in-home machine repair View ›
3 La Máquina sew 4.8 ★ 117 Repair and used industrial machine sales View ›
4 ABC Sewing Machine LLC 4.6 ★ 106 Industrial sewing machine retail View ›
5 Tanner's Sewing and Vacuum Center 4.8 ★ 66 Vacuum and sewing machine combination repair View ›
5 Best Sewing Machine Stores in Los Angeles (2026)

Meet the shops

Sew FYI logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Sew FYI

4.9200 Google reviews

Sew FYI is a Downtown Los Angeles sewing studio and coworking space offering hands-on sewing classes, a fashion design school program, and sample-sewing services for designers, rather than operating as a traditional sewing machine retailer. Reviewers describe taking beginner-to-advanced classes, from intro to home sewing up to CLO3D digital design courses, with named instructors credited for building student confidence.

What people praise

  • Instructors described as hands-on and attentive to each student individually
  • Classes range from complete beginner sewing to advanced digital design tools like CLO3D
  • Multiple reviewers describe gaining real confidence and going on to further study or careers
  • Well-structured, clearly explained lessons

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer described a dispute over pattern-grading work that the studio says was outside its scope
Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume200 · 97th
Confidencehigh
Recency7 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown95% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: It's worth flagging that this is a sewing school and studio, not a place to buy or repair a sewing machine. Its 4.9 rating across 200 reviews reflects the class experience, so it ranks here for anyone specifically looking to learn to sew, not for machine sales or service.

Website+1213-537-0520 Directions

Riverfront Loft Building, 201 S Santa Fe Ave Ste 102, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Sewing machine Tienda de máquinas de coser logo
#2🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Sewing machine Tienda de máquinas de coser

4.9115 Google reviews

Sewing machine Tienda de máquinas de coser is a South LA sewing machine store and repair service, with reviewers repeatedly describing technicians who travel to a customer's home or business to fix industrial and domestic machines on the spot. Brands mentioned by reviewers include Janome, Juki, and Singer, and the shop is known for same-day house calls even on short notice.

What people praise

  • Technicians travel to a customer's home for repairs, mentioned across multiple reviews
  • Same-day service even for late or last-minute calls
  • Fair, upfront pricing mentioned repeatedly
  • Works on both industrial and domestic machine brands
Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume115 · 85th
Confidencemoderate
Recency3 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown97% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: 4.9 across 115 reviews ties the top rating on this page. If you need someone to come to you rather than hauling a machine in, this is the strongest option here.

Website+1323-200-8681 Directions

4919 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90037

La Máquina sew logo
#3🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

La Máquina sew

4.8117 Google reviews

La Máquina Sew is a South LA sewing machine repair service and workshop that also sells industrial machines, with reviewers describing repairs on both aging home machines like vintage Singers and industrial equipment for small garment and leather businesses. The team is credited with explaining what went wrong and how to maintain a machine going forward, not just fixing it and sending customers on their way.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe technicians explaining the repair and how to maintain the machine afterward
  • Successfully revived old machines rather than pushing a replacement purchase
  • Fast turnaround, with one repair described as taking only a few days
  • Helped select the right industrial machine for a specific small business use case

Worth knowing

  • A small number of reviews land at 3 stars or below, though the majority are strongly positive
Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume117 · 91st
Confidencemoderate
Recency8 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown88% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: 4.8 across 117 reviews puts it just behind the top two on rating, with a similar focus on repair and honest guidance rather than pure retail.

Website+1323-370-9434 Directions

2616 Main St, Los Angeles, CA 90007

ABC Sewing Machine LLC logo
#4🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

ABC Sewing Machine LLC

4.6106 Google reviews

ABC Sewing Machine LLC is a South LA retailer specializing in industrial and domestic sewing machines, parts, and garment accessories, with reviewers describing detailed guidance from a specific staff member in choosing the right machine for a business's needs and materials. The shop sells both new and used equipment, including major industrial brands, and offers hands-on tutorials on operating a machine after purchase.

What people praise

  • Staff member Joseph named repeatedly for detailed, patient guidance on machine selection
  • Used machines described as beautifully maintained, almost like new
  • In-person tutorials provided after a purchase
  • Reviewers from outside California specifically choose this shop for ongoing support

Worth knowing

  • A handful of reviews land in the 3-star range, though the majority are five-star
Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles
Rating4.6 / 5
Review volume106 · 79th
Confidencemoderate
Recency3 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown76% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: 4.6 across 106 reviews is the most straightforward industrial sewing machine retailer on this page, which is why it's the pick if buying (not repairing) a machine is the goal.

Website+1213-747-9555 Directions

2100 Main St, Los Angeles, CA 90007

Tanner's Sewing and Vacuum Center logo
#5🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Tanner's Sewing and Vacuum Center

4.866 Google reviews

Tanner's Sewing and Vacuum Center is a West LA repair and retail shop covering both sewing machines and vacuum cleaners, offering embroidery machine servicing, general repairs, and sewing classes alongside vacuum sales. Reviewers mention brands like Miele, Husqvarna Viking, and Baby Lock for machine sales, plus named technicians credited with fixing bobbin issues and full sewing machine cleanings.

What people praise

  • Handles both sewing machines and vacuums under one roof
  • Named technicians credited with same-visit fixes for common issues like bobbin problems
  • Sewing classes offered in addition to repair and retail
  • One reviewer received a handwritten thank-you card after a purchase

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer felt a repair charge was high relative to a competitor's quote for similar work
Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume66 · 62nd
Confidenceearly
Recency10 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown88% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: 4.8 across 66 reviews is the smallest sample on this page, but it's the only shop here combining vacuum and sewing machine service, which is a real differentiator for some households.

Website+1310-670-2429 Directions

6230 W 87th St, Los Angeles, CA 90045

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How we score these stores

Rating is the live Google average. Review volume measures how many customers have actually left feedback, ranked against the other stores on this page. Confidence weighs the rating against that volume, since a high score built on a small sample carries less weight than one backed by hundreds. Recency checks how recently people are still reviewing. No store can pay to change any of these numbers.

How much does sewing machine repair cost in Los Angeles? (2026)

Repair costs depend heavily on the machine type (domestic versus industrial) and whether parts need replacing, not just a cleaning. One reviewer mentioned a specific service charge at Tanner’s Sewing and Vacuum Center, but pricing generally isn’t published across these shops and is best confirmed with a direct call describing the issue.

JobTypical price
Basic machine service and testingaround $119

Price reported by a customer review at Tanner’s Sewing and Vacuum Center, verified August 2026. Other shops’ pricing varies by job and isn’t published.

Serving Los Angeles, from Downtown to West LA

These shops span Downtown LA, South LA near USC, and West LA near the airport, so a sewing machine store near me search anywhere across that stretch of the city should turn up at least one option, including a few that will come to you.

What to ask before buying or repairing a sewing machine

  • Does the shop repair my specific machine brand and model?
  • Can a technician come to my home or business, or do I need to bring the machine in?
  • What’s the turnaround time for a repair?
  • Is a used machine tested and serviced before sale?
  • What’s the total cost including any parts that need replacing?
  • Do they offer a walkthrough or tutorial after a purchase?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge and top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these shops?

We pulled every sewing machine store and repair service in Los Angeles with a public Google Business Profile, then ranked by rating weighted against review volume, recency, and profile completeness.

How often is this updated?

This page reflects Google data verified in August 2026. We revisit rankings periodically as ratings and review counts change.

Is Sew FYI a place to buy a sewing machine?

No. Sew FYI is a sewing studio offering classes and coworking space, not a machine retailer. If you’re looking to buy or repair a machine, ABC Sewing Machine LLC, La Máquina Sew, or the Tienda de máquinas de coser are better fits.

Can I get someone to repair my sewing machine at home?

Yes. Reviewers describe both Sewing machine Tienda de máquinas de coser and La Máquina Sew doing in-home or mobile repairs for industrial and domestic machines.

The bottom line

For actual machine sales or repair, ABC Sewing Machine LLC and the Sewing machine Tienda de máquinas de coser are the safest defaults. If you want to learn to sew rather than fix a machine, Sew FYI is the better call, just know going in that it’s a studio, not a retailer.

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