U Street Cleaners

This small, owner-run shop handles everything from everyday garments to special occasion pieces, plus alterations like hemming pants and tailoring dresses. Reviewers rave about the quality and integrity of the work, the fair pricing, and the organic cleaning, but it's the personal touch that keeps people coming back. Customers mention owners who feel like true parts of the neighborhood, who promptly returned a valuable item left in a pocket, and who even keep treats on hand for visiting dogs.

Many describe U Street Cleaners as the place they trust completely with their clothes, with some saying they're lifelong customers and others happily bringing laundry from across town. For anyone looking for a dry cleaner and alterations shop that pairs reliable craftsmanship with genuine kindness, this is a standout.