Todd S.
9/6/2025
The real deal, with almost 75 years of experience with shoes. Don't show up with low quality crappy shoes or he'll shame you.
Percy's Shine Service
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32 Arcade St
Nashville, TN 37219
Percy's Shine Service is a renowned shoe shining business located in the historic downtown Nashville Arcade, operated by 84-year-old Robert Person, affectionately known as Percy. Starting his journey in 1947 on Jefferson Street, Percy has become a beloved Nashville icon, serving a diverse clientele that includes professional athletes and public officials.
The feature-length documentary "Shine Service," directed by Drew Maynard, chronicles Percy's extraordinary life and contributions to the community. Through his shop, Percy continues to leave a lasting impact on the lives of many and invites visitors to experience his legacy firsthand.
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4.515 reviews
John M.
9/2/2024
This used to be my favorite place to go in town not only because they always did a good job, but I enjoyed talking to Percy about Laur Broadway in the old days. But the last time I was in there,...
David M.
9/27/2023
In town for work and needed a good shine on the dress shoes. Place is in an alley but very old school Nashville and cool in a historical perspective. Owner is a local legend but he admits that...
Steve T.
11/23/2023
Amazing attention to detail and old-school service. I would highly recommend. Percy is a living legend!
Ed S.
11/22/2020
Percy is a magician. I don't get up there very often and I had a pair of shoes that were in really bad shape. He re-dyed and shined them to better than new condition in just a few minutes. Just...
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