I've followed Mikey for years. At one point I was driving 150 miles round-trip just for his barbering and styles. I'm not a pretty boy corn feed jeans and cap. Mikey made me into a bearded snob. Seriously though he's great. You might remember him from that other place down the street. You know, the one that kept harassing you with phone calls to move your appointment with Mikey by thirty minutes because of the demand for Mikey. He's the one you want. read more

Thankful to have found this best kept secret. Noi does an amazing job and is super nice! He has many years of experience and also cuts longer hair for undercuts really well! Definitely recommend this laid back spot for a fast and efficient hair cut. read more

This place was a nice little barber shop great service inexpensive price of $17 for a cut, wash, and style. I will most definitely come back .. If your looking for the place and your not from here go into the Kirkwood Hotel Building and go up to the skywalk to find it read more

I usually get my hair cut at home by the wife, but I occasionally am in a pinch or a time crunch for a cut! I have gone to Skywalk Barbering, (a block from my apt, in the sky walk) a couple times! It's looks like an old school barber shop in someone's living room! Tv's on, magazines out, Deer head's on the wall! This is like a boys club! I have never seen a women getting a cut here, but I'm sure there has been! Cut's are 15 bucks even and they don't take to long! Small talk is minimal and friendly and you get a good cut! Not much more to say! It's a homey, clean place, where you can get a fast hair cut at a decent price. read more

I've been going to the ASM barbershop for the past couple of months now. When first going I was new to the area and never actually been to a real barber. Airnoi cut my hair very well and I was very impressed. However, sadly today that all changed... I had an appointment set up at 12:30pm. I scheduled it a day in advance to insure that I can get in and get a haircut. I show up to the shop right on time and see another customer in the chair. It looks to like he is almost done with them. However, that was not the case.... I end up sitting in the chairs outside the hallway waiting patiently. 10 minutes had passed and still they are not done. There was no acknowledgement or interaction towards me in this time. Again I wait and still Airnoi is not done. Another 15min pass and I finally see some movement inside the shop. I think that they are finally finished and that it is now my turn. Again.... not the case..... The other customer is now getting his hair washed by Airnoi. I saw this and I finally had enough and walked out after nearly 30 minutes of waiting. ASM is a decent place to get your haircut. However, the time management skills here are piss pore. So if you have an appointment set up be ready to wait. I don't think I will be going here ever again. read more

Took my son here for the first time for a haircut and was VERY impressed!! He got the best haircut he has ever had. He took his time and made suggestions and was so sweet to my son!! Highly recommended!!! read more

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Just an update...haircuts are $17 and a third barber is available. They also sell pomades and other hair products for men. Love this gem in downtown Des Moines! If they are slow, they may close early(don't believe they have posted hours...but usually open M-F until 6ish). Call ahead if it's later in the afternoon. I usually text Dewey when I need an appointment and usually accommodated the same day. read more

Hours on yelp say open until 8, but I got turned away at 6:30 as being "too late." I'm bald on top, so a quick run with the clippers in 10 minutes was too much? I'll find somewhere else. read more

Old-school joint with new-school barbers. Darts and Playboy while you wait. Good haircut, too -- only $15.

Quick haircut. The barber didn't listen to what I wanted and I left with something I didn't like. I wouldn't recommend unless you want a very basic cut. read more

Great place for a guy to get a good cut at a fair price. Cool environment and you won't be rushed out the door like a Sports Clips or Cost Cutters. Been going here for years. read more

I have been getting my hair cut here for 4 years and wouldn't go anywhere else. Jake is the only one that I've ever gone to, but Noi and himself are both great at what they do. The shop is an old school place and the owner runs it that way. They take walk-ins and cash only, although if you call in advance, they are always happy to tell you how busy they are and how long the wait would be. If you want to make a reservation and pay with a card, go to the salon with your girlfriend. They provide great customer service and will make you feel like you're just hanging out with the guys. The patrons of the shop come from all walks of life and can always be counted on for good conversation and great stories. I'f you're easily offended or are weak when it comes to an opposing opinion, spare everyone else in the shop and go to the salon with your girlfriend. read more

Waited an hour because one barber didn't show. I was the next in line and told the barber that I needed to run down and put quarters in the meter, "no problem, I'll be a few more minutes with him." So I run downstairs throw a dollar in and run back up, less than 3 min. Walk in and he says you're next. I look in the chair and he is starting on someone else. Pissed me off and had another appointment in a half hour that I was barely going to make if I got a hair cut right away. Told him I couldn't stay and left. I will never let that guy cut my hair! read more

Been going to Noy for many years. Always a perfect cut. So glad he has his own shop now in ankeny. Hot towel treatment. Straight edge shave. Top notch. Go see Noy at ASM Barber in the District. You will not be disappointed. read more

Giving this place 5 stars because of their new barber Paul. I've been here before and the cut was ok, but Paul is excellent. Best cut I've had in years. I'll be back! read more

This Barber Shop is a fantastic hidden gem. Walked right in and was able to get a haircut immediately. Paul is a top notch barber. I wasn't really sure what style I wanted with an in-between, growing out hair phase. He made some suggestions and I left the rest up to him. Couldn't be happier with the results and it was just like hanging out with the boys. I would highly recommend this barber shop and especially Paul! read more

Went to Skywalk last week for a fresh birthday cut. It was the first time in 4 years that I have had someone else cut my hair. Wanted to try something new. They did an amazing job and made me feel comfortable. The atmosphere is really cool and the barbers are friendly. CASH ONLY, which makes it feel even more legit. I will definitely be driving down from Ames again! read more

I was downtown and needed a cut and this place popped up on Yelp, so I gave it a shot. I'm glad I did; I got a great haircut for an excellent price. Jacob cut my hair, and he suggested a slightly different look than the cut that I usually get at standard cheap barbershops. It was a great suggestion, and my hair looks better than it would have otherwise. The cost was only $15, a very reasonable price. It is cash-only, but there is a nearby ATM in the Capital Square Building. There is on-street parking all around and a couple different nearby garages. read more

I'm from Mississippi and I wondered in this place needing a haircut. Told the barber what I wanted and got exactly what I wanted. Great place for a quick haircut, nice people, and at a reasonable price. If I'm in Des Moines again needing a haircut, I'll go back. Thanks. read more

The worst hair cut, ever. Spots where you can actually see my scalp. Avoid at all cost. Never going there, again and will notify all my friends with photos of my bad hair cut to show. Barber likes to make snarky hateful comments after a customer leaves. Nice, make fun of your customers like that. read more

I wish I could rate this place at no stars. The owner of this place (Jake) has a huge chip on his shoulder that seems to stem from his other employees getting business. The first time I came in a few months ago, I stood around and waited for someone to open the shop 45 minutes late. Apparently someone else was supposed to open for the day but didn't show up. I got the impression that's how the whole business is run. Noi cut my hair and I liked how he did it, so a few weeks later I called to set up an appointment with Noi and got attitude from Jake for wanting someone else to cut my hair. He begrudgingly told me Noi's schedule but when I arrived he wasn't in so I went ahead and had Jake do it. Normally my wife cuts my hair but she wanted me to try a new style and she really like how Noi did it originally. When Jake cut my hair, first of all he said something really racist that pissed me off, then commented about how the hairstyle my wife wanted was a trendy hairstyle that wasn't "in" anymore (hey if she thinks I look hot that's all I care about) and then top it all off by criticizing all other staff behind their backs. Look - I like to give people the benefit of the doubt. He could have been having a bad day. I never, ever, give people bad reviews - - but I can't condone this behavior or advise anyone else to go participate in it. I hope this review helps Jake figure his life out because I don't want his business to fail. It could be such a great place. read more

Being an Iowa captive who lives and works downtown, Skywalk Barber was an easy choice when moving here 3 years ago. I quickly regretted my decision. Not based on who was cutting my hair and doing a great job! (Paul, who is now at Paramount babershop in E Village and is amazing), but rather because of the owner Jake. On more than one occasion I witnessed Jake have outbursts based on disagreeing personal opinions with other customers who were not looking for conflict. Being in retail for many years, I found this very unprofessional, especially for a barber shop where men go to get away from the drama. If Jake was not bursting out in anger, he would simply complain about his day to day or what was going on in his personal life. There is a lot of potential for this business and location, but I am afraid and sad to say that it will not happen under current ownership. I wish Skywalk Barbershop all the luck and hope things turn around, but I will not be taking any of my hard earned dollar back there. read more