Avon Cleaners

Dry Cleaner

Karoly Godo, a Hungarian immigrant, entered the USA in November of 1956 with only the “shirt on his back.” Karoly landed in New Jersey and then hung out in New York City for three weeks. He quickly found that New York did not need his European talent. Remembering the movies he saw in Budapest—mostly Westerns—he knew that Texas was the place to make his mark. Much to his surprise, he did not see stagecoaches or cowboys riding down Main Street with six-shooters strapped to their leg as he thought he might. There was, however, opportunity.

Purchased in 1968 by Karoly and Pat Godo, Avon Cleaners began as a 4-person operation with a single residential route. The previous owner stayed on for 2 years to teach Karoly about the business. For the next 8 years the Godos successfully worked on expanding Avon Cleaners.

Then, in 1978, Avon purchased Miracle Mile Cleaners, the competitor on the next block. This gave Avon control over shirt production and the opportunity to further expand. Then in 1986 Avon grew even more by opening its doors on Saturday. Today Avon operates 2 retail locations in Dallas and remains under the operation of the Godo family. Read more

4 recommendations

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    Brittany Stephenson

    Shared on goo.gl

    They always treat me like they know me. I swear they remember me and my laundry is done !

    Original recommendation
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    Henry Rivas

    Shared on goo.gl

    It is a good day when i can reach into the closet and pull out a crisp white shirt from Avon cleaners. But we enjoy our interaction with the staff every time we go there. Quality and locally owned and operated. Our fave to take care of fabrics so they last. Oh and they can replace that button from time to time too!

    Original recommendation
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    Carole B.

    Shared on yelp.com

    Avon Cleaners did an excellent job on my daughters long, paper white, delicate formal dress. Heavily stained around arms and neckline from her recent spray tan were completely gone when I picked up. The dress looks brand new! They also beautifully hung the dress for storage
    The dry cleaning total was less than $40 for a long, three-layer dress that I thought was ruined. Excellent job Avon Cleaners!

    Original recommendation
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    Sarah D.

    Shared on yelp.com

    We've been using this cleaner for years! They do a great job and always remember us.
    When we've accidentally left things in our pockets (i.e. DAD) they always return them to us with laugh.
    I've never had an issue with any clothing they've cleaned.

    Original recommendation