Tim is the man. I recently moved to Ohio from the West Coast for school and needed a solid haircut…read more I'm pretty picky about my hair, so finding someone I could trust was important. I almost didn't book because of some negative reviews but after reading through them they seemed not very credible, I decided to give Tim a shot. I'm glad I did. He helped me choose a style from a few photos online, explained what would work best for my hair, and absolutely nailed it. He offered me coffee, never tried to sell me any products, and gave me honest advice on maintaining my hair. Tim is a genuinely down-to-earth guy who's passionate about what he does. The shop has a great atmosphere, the prices are fair, and I couldn't be happier with my haircut. My wife loved it too. I'll definitely be back.

I've been in Cincinnati long enough to have tried 3 shops. Studio U is the best. Why …read more.. owner/operator. This guy, Tim, is the business. He knows men's haircuts, he is very good "barber ". No corporate BS, just a great haircut, my beard never looked good as good. This place is all about the haircut.

PLEASE NOTE they MOVED to Lakeview Shopping Center, 1288 Ebenezer Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45233, after…read more40+ years at the same location on 8th St. They MOVED at the end of Sept 2025 to this NEW LOCATION! Thanks to Cheryl, as I've been going to her for my haircuts for almost 30 years, she is EXCELLENT!!! Doug (owner) is way cool too (grin!)! Thank-you both for always making it a pleasant experience!!! Please spread the word of their NEW LOCATION (Lakeview Shopping Center, 1288 Ebenezer Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45233)!

If you're looking for a barber shop that offers traditional men's hair cuts with a bit of a modern…read moretwist (if that's your thing) - I'd highly recommend Grote's. While they have a few stylists, I specifically requested someone with more of a contemporary approach and ultimately I had a masterpiece of a haircut by Tyler. He's there on Fridays and Saturdays and I'd say he's more than worth the wait. Tyler was just hands down cool. Above and beyond the cut, he gave me good advice about beard maintenance, cleaned up my beard lines and advised on how to groom my beard. I had the goal of growing out the length and he gave me tips to achieve this. The appointment with him was like having a personal image consultant and barber in one, all for a very reasonable cost ($20). Couldn't be more pleased and I will be instabooking a three week follow up trim. Let's face it: a good hair cut can make you and a bad one can break you. I really appreciate when someone has attention to detail, isn't rushed and truly shows interest in getting things just right. Tyler definitely lived up to those expectations and that's why I'm making Grote's my new barber.

This was just horrible. The guy ignored my request for just the middle of my head to be shaved and…read moreevens up giving me a grandfather Marshal haircut and I'm about to sue. But I'm kinda feelin it

The absolute best in Cincinnati. I've been coming here for more than a decade. Guido & co. are as…read moreprofessional as they come. Meticulous, "old school" barbers that are hard to come by these days. Scissor cut, straight razor shave, hot towel. Added bonus: the barbershop conversation is almost as great as the cut!

Not your father's barber!!! My fiancé has found a great…read moreplace for a quality haircut.

A new men's hair salon opened around the corner from me. I'd been looking for a place to go get my…read moremug cleaned up. Scraggly beard and all. Normally they are by appointment, but today they were taking walk-ins. I told Brooke, the lady behind the counter that I just wanted her to make this look good. And she did.

My appointment with Biz was amazing. I loved all the little details to relaxation. Best shampoo I…read morehave ever received. Was so relaxing almost fell asleep at the shampoo bowl. Which for curly hair girlies getting your hair washed usually means knots and tangles and fingers stuck in all your hair. There was none of this. And they give a nice little scalp massage. Then when you return to your seat they give you a neck and shoulder massage with essentials to fit your mood. All complimentary! Biz, herself, was easy to communicate my desired look with and she understood it to a "T" and delivered great results. I absolutely loved my transformation. Going from long hair to short hair can be scary and Biz made sure we were both on the same page for expectations. I also loved how she didn't push product or add ons. She gladly told me what products she used when I asked (because my hair looked the most fabulous it ever has, no frizz) but never gave me a sales pitch or pressure to buy or spend money I wasn't wanting to. In the end I got a fabulous new look and exactly what I wanted. I will definitely be returning to Biz at Industry for more hair needs.

So, I tried to highlight my own hair and it definitely did not go as planned. I came to see Sophia…read moreto see what we could do to fix my hair. As soon as she saw me all I felt was judgement even though I tried my best to keep the conversation lighthearted about my hair situation. She then took a test strand of my hair but rushed me out the door and wouldn't let me stay for the results. Even the front desk receptionist was confused when Sophia said she was sending me out and just going to text me. I was charged 30 dollars for the consult which I was fine with until Sophia wanted to charge me 400$ for full foils and refused to help me find a solution within my 250$ budget. (mind you I noted that I was okay with any solution as long as it fit in my budget and made my hair look better than it did). Definitely don't recommend.

Wow! Where have you been all my life Salon Central OTR?…read more I made an appointment based on fellow Yelpies reviews and am so glad I did. Jim is absolutely amazing. He and his assistant Amber made me feel right at home and are so very welcoming. I am letting my silver grow out and after a great consultation Jim went to work, adding highlights and lowlights, doing all kind of magic, and gave me a fresh cut afterwards. I was super nervous of how my hair would turn out since this is not an easy transition for me going from medium brown to my now silver. My fears were unfounded and my hair turned out amazing! Jim blended the silver with my brown perfectly, and gave me a super flattering hair cut.

I can't say enough great things about Salon Central OTR. From the moment you walk in, it's clear…read morethat this is a salon built on professionalism, talent, and an uncompromising commitment to excellence. The entire team reflects a high level of technical training and artistry, and that standard is no accident--it's a direct result of the leadership, mentorship, and vision of Jim Brofft. Under Jim's direction and training, the stylists operate at an elite level. Their attention to detail, precision cutting, and thoughtful consultation process consistently elevate the experience well beyond a typical salon visit. You can feel the culture of mastery and ongoing education in every appointment. Personally, I've trusted Jim with my hair for years, and the results have been consistently outstanding. His cuts are tailored, refined, and remarkably durable--they grow out beautifully and always feel intentional. That level of consistency over many years is rare, and it speaks volumes about his expert

Great guys, an even better cut. Highly recommend for a great clean look. Since moving to online…read morebooking, so much easier

You can now schedule your haircut online (instead of putting your fate in the hands of the chaos of…read morethe universe). I've been passed around to basically all of the barbers here (due to my own failure to plan adequately ahead of time). All of my cuts have been great, if not exceptional. You must bring ca$h.

Got my haircut here today and the haircut isn't bad by any means but man I wish I would have…read morescheduled with Felix. If you want a good fade book him as your barber he is a hound with the clippers. Sat and watched him crank 2 fire cuts out while I was getting mine and I told myself he will be my go to from now on.

Oops thought this review was for a barber shop with the same name. Apologies! I've never been here.read more

This is an Excellent Barber Shop. They are using all…read moreprecautions so that you will be safe during this Pandemic. Wayne and Karen really care about people and give perfect haircuts for all ages. Gentleman, you will love your haircut and will want to keep them as your favorite Barbers.

Karen and Wayne are very friendly and have cut my hair for years. It's a small shop with two…read morechairs, a very quick and easy place to come for a cut.

Zero stars for vibes! Ariana left me sit for 22 minutes. I was on time...she didn't even bother to…read morecome out and tell me. Manager said she was behind...pay for parking and traffic to just sit in the lobby with your baby Coke!? No thanks! Rude Ariana.

Natalie absolutely nailed my services yesterday. The whole salon is pretty much idyllic, and the…read morepartial highlights and cut I received yesterday were the best I've received anywhere. Natalie was not only professional and skilled, but incredibly kind and welcoming. Excited to return any time I need to.