You can read the other negative reviews on Google that have more current service. I had a similar experience. It was the worst experience for me at a salon/barber shop much less the price is outrageous and absolutely doesn't match the skill level of cuts or customer service. $90 a hair cut for a men's cut. For a great cut and experience it could be worth it, I thought. Men deserve to be pampered and given the location, I could see why it would be expensive. This is a case of expensive is not always better. I am writing my own review after months of thinking about it because I don't like writing negative reviews. I don't want anyone else to feel the way I did and think it's just them or have the experience I did. I can pay a $35 barber and be able to tip them 50% with them feeling happy and it's still less expensive than this place. I drove 45 minutes thinking it would be worth it. I wasted my time and more importantly, I felt so badly and paid so much ruining a milestone moment. I am not a rich person, it was hard to spend that but I wanted my kid to have a good first adult cut experience. I thought it would be a nice place for a milestone moment. They canceled the first appointment saying stylist was sick. No problem. Self care is important and who wants sick germs at a haircut. I showed up for the rescheduled appointment and they were late. No problem either we had time and we were also a little late. Since it's our first time, a consult was needed with the cut and as we were unclear what we wanted. That is the purpose of a consult, to talk about ideas. A first appointment should build that into the time. I thought my stylist/barber was nice but when we got home, we realized the cut was uneven and it was still a bit too long in places. I do take responsibility that my kid and I were indecisive about what to ask for but, we were just learning how to ask for what we wanted. It take a few times with a new person sometimes. I called back to ask them IF they would fix it. I wasn't mad. I asked nicely. They blamed us for the barber going long and so was late. They, said they would fix it but, it would be our last appointment there. I've been at my own stylist over 20 years, a high end full service salon. Always great service. I just wanted more of a men's focussed place. This place was beyond disappointing. I refused to go back for the fix feeling so awful. We went to the local barber and fixed it for $35. Reception also felt fake nice. They don't really seem to want or need new business. I wasn't even mad when I called for the fix. In my experience that's normal sometimes as a customer and service provider myself. It really feels like you're paying for the location, and cost of running their business not the actual cut or skill level of stylist. More expansive is not always better. My lesson learned. Go on Google and read the more current reviews. I hope my experience was just an outlier, not the norm. read more

Barber of Hell's Bottom was recommended to me. I needed a cut before a holiday party and decided to come here. Booking can be made easily on their website. Pricing for men's cut ranges from $45-$95 depending on the barber selected. I'm normally hesitant when trying new places, but I showed photos to my barber and I walked out with a big smile. It was expensive, but sometimes you have to treat yourself. read more

Very good barber in DC. This place leans toward the younger crowed but can do most men's styles. Very particular and detailed. On the pricey side but it is a nice placed and in DC read more

Great haircut. Worth the price knowing you'll get exactly what you want. Make sure you book your appointment in advance.

I came as a walk in but when I asked if anyone was available, the receptionist told me she sent two of her barbers to a nearby barber shop to help them out. I looked up the shop she was referring to and it was some random hole in the wall place no one ever heard of. If that's their quality then I won't be coming back. read more

The prices here are no joke...$95 to $110 in my experience BUT they are generally worth it! Honestly I wish I could still afford it, but I had to move on only because it was draining my bank account. I started coming in during the pandemic and got to know Rommel and he was amazing at helping me feel comfortable getting back to the routine and starting to look good again! He's an amazing barber, a good guy, and he is 100% credited with making my wedding pictures look great. Love these folks and love their haircuts. If I get more budget, I'll be back 100% read more

Well for what I'm paying for, the haircut was alright. It was a very nice place to have one, but it wasn't the worth the price after going a few times. By no means a bad cut though. read more

This post is not meant to leave a bad review for one barber who was just having a bad day. My overall point: The primary reason why I'm willing to pay top dollar for a reputable barber (as Hell's Bottom is) is to be consistently assured of a quality cut. I think that price gap between what we pay at Hell's Bottom ($95) and elsewhere ($30-40) is so that basic mistakes aren't made & we don't have a 50-50 chance of getting a good/bad cut depending on inconsistent quality. I spend $95 on a haircut - which is crazy in itself lol - but I do it because I (should) know that I'll get just about the best cut possible in the city. I think this is probably a common sentiment among most of Hell's Bottom current/prospective clientele. Overall, I don't think it's acceptable that I had the experience that I had for the above reasons and the amount that I paid. I'll be returning, just with a different barber next time; they have a great set up and historically excellent customer reviews! I'm also not going to name the stylist in question; her social media boasts excellent haircuts, and I'm sure she's a good barber/stylist. However, when I went in she ignored some of the requests I made (like not cutting too much off the top, which she did). She over-cut and actually (I've learned since coming home) made a couple of really bad cuts in the back. I specifically asked for a more square look & my hair has never looked more round than it does now. I also found her to be pretty unkind; I'm hard of hearing, and she got physically agitated when I asked her to repeat what she was saying. To err is human, and like I said I'm sure she is indeed an excellent barber, was having a bad day, and this is one exception in hundreds of great haircuts she has given. read more

Since they don't list it on the website, men's haircut as of September 2019 is $95. At least from the stylist I was assigned to when I called. You read that right, $95. Ask yourself: "Self, what do you expect from a haircut that's 2x the price of a normal DC haircut?" If you expect 2x the service, 2x the friendliness, 2x the care, you're at the wrong pricey salon. If you expect 2x the cool tattoos, 2x the wait, 2x the tiny waiting area, 2x the pain booking, 2x the offers for salon coffee, then you're in the right place. read more

Well well well, this is my first Yelp review EVER. I'm thrilled to leave it for this biz. I was in yesterday looking to get a professional hair cut for a job interview. ALEX was my barber. Not only did I get the best haircut ever, but they took time to talk to me about the job interview and make me feel comfortable. Yes, it is more expensive than other barbershops, but you get what you pay for. What's better than leaving a barbershop feeling confident about yourself? It was worth every penny, and I will be returning for the COMPLIMENTARY "clean up" in three weeks. Happy to have found my new DC barber. Update: Got the job, thanks Alex! read more

Lauren Canja "LuLu" is a fantastic barber! She is very good at barber cuts and beard cuts! She knows her stuff. read more

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Nate is your guy. If you life in DC and want a good trim, I can guarantee you won't be disappointed. They are barbers but artists.

Had a great experience here. My wife says it's the best haircut I've had in years and I will now come here when I need to look my best. Wes made my experience really good and gave me a hot towel shave which looks and feels great. Thank you! read more

Ok, there are a few good things about this place, very cool looking, up and coming, caters to an upscale male, and you can get great service. I got a great haircut and I'd always wanted to get a hot shave from someone else. They're professional and take their time here. The bad: prices are HIGH. A friend of a friend runs this place, and I've always wanted to do this, so I did. Their website said a shave and a haircut was $75: http://barberofhellsbottom.com/services. They charged me $110 upon departure. WTF? I paid and gave a nice tip because it wasn't the stylist/barber's fault. I doubt I'd go back though. I can get a closer shave at home using my own straight razor. Great idea, but with those prices, I'm not sure they'll last. read more

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You say black I say white You say bark I say bite You say shark I say hey man Jaws was never my scene And I don't like Star Wars You say Rolls I say Royce..All I wanna do is Bicycle bicycle bicycle So first and foremost, clearly there is bike parking nearby! This was put in about 18 months ago (for the treehuggers of the world! - no comment about myself) Or one could take the metro if one wanted to... This Yelper drove in and there is very limited street parking in Shaw. There is also a metro stop near by. All in all, Mike & the gang did a good job picking a location with good public transportation options--DC in general has terrible parking. But places like this are the reason why Shaw is an up and coming neighborhood! So everyone else has written about [fill in the blank] barber so I will not. This place is pretty laid back and you will get a pretty awesome 10+ minute hairwash with actual hot water unlike certain other places I have been to (not going to name them here). What I will discuss though is the PRICE - All of the YELPERs have noted the high price of $60+ which is very high for getting some of your poor little hairs trimmed off... even if a barber is paying attention to you for more than 20 mins. And even if you are having a real conversation vs some of the crap at say a normal hair cuttery place... (not naming other places though ;) HERE is the catch though - are you ready.. no, gosh, sit down.. get your coffee, relax, have a sip,.. as Aaron Rogers would say, "RELAX." Yes, this place is Pricey. BUT a client is welcome to come back in a few weeks for a 15-20 minute "clean-up" FREE OF CHARGE - (little known secret - I am ruining this place, I'm sorry.. ) So basically, a client is getting 2 or 3 haircuts spread over several weeks or months for $60+ so it is the same price as the 'other guys' but a much much better experience! The Good - Hair wash! Conversation... Oh, and the 45 min cut! The Bad - limited parking... The ugly - the price (but we have talked about this so not really) Overall, I am going back to this place! read more

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Just a quick update to affirm how awesome, welcoming, inclusive and top notch these folks are in every way! John is so incredibly kind, helpful in efficient in helping to schedule, make changes etc.; Nicole is an amazing barber (who manages to make small talk manageable, low key and interesting) and gives a killer haircut; the folks that wash your hair are amazing (bonus scalp massage); and the whole vibe is chill and welcoming. They are practicing great pandemic protocols, offer awesome products for your hair (and/or cool beanieS or truckers hats for those times when it goes a little long between cut); give back to the community and are just all around f%^*ing fantastic. read more

I very rarely write reviews, but ... this place is the best barber I've ever been to. Simple as that. Just came back home after having my hair cut for the first time in a 2-year stint of crazy wildman pandemic growth, so it felt a bit more of a deal. I saw Lauren, and she was so good. She gave great advice, was totally chill and welcoming, had a really wonderful conversational style and my LORD can she cut hair! I was so pleased with the whole experience and will definitely be coming back. Thanks Lauren !! read more

Yes, this place is great. And that might be all you need to know but if you're like me, finding "your" barber is a tough, drawn out process and once you find them, you hold on tight. So if that's you, keep reading. Lulu has been cutting my hair for a few years now and is the absolute best. My office is a few blocks away from their 9th and Rhode Island location so it used to be super convenient to swing by for a cut in the middle of the day. Well, I've now been working from home for the last 6 months (loudoun county) and still drive an hour each way to see her every other week because she's that damn good. I HIGHLY recommend her. I've always found it hard to find good barbers skilled with both fades and scissors and she crushes. Go see her! Now! Like stop reading and book the appointment. Do yourself a favor and you won't regret it. read more

So psyched to write this review of Eddie Navarro, who works at the 14th street location inside immortal beloved. I've been a customer and fan of Eddie's haircuts for 3 years now- he is the kind of barber that once you find, you breathe a sigh of relief because you KNOW that your hair is going to be looking perfect all of the time. I actually followed him from a previous hair cutting salon, other barbers had trouble cutting my korean black straight hair but he has no such problems. Eddie is detailed, highly skilled, and open to listening to make sure you have the haircut you want because he cares about his clients and his work. I think in the 3 years and numerous hairstyle changes I've asked him to do, the only thing he has ever asked me if I was sure of was when I wanted to try a top knot...and now both me and my fiancee are glad he stepped in haha If you are looking for a new Barber, I can't recommend Eddie highly enough!! read more

I have been to many barbers between Oakland, CA and Washington, DC and none of them give as sharp of a cut as Brixton. My curl pattern is kind of wild and I struggled for a while figuring out exactly what to do with my hair. I would go to barbers and they would low key not listen to me and do whatever and I was never happy with the product. But Brixton listened to what I said, evaluated my hair, and cut my hair into the perfect shape. The best part is that he is consistent af- my cut is always nothing short of perfect. The best part is that his immense talent is matched by his lovely personality. 100% would recommend! read more

Guys... you gotta go see Brixton. I've been living in DC for a few years and I was constantly looking for a barber that could live up to my experience back home. And... wow. Not only do I get a great cut literally every single time I see Brixton, but I also just love spending time in his salon chair. Such an awesome guy, and his work speaks for itself. Check him out on instagram, but then go see him for yourself! I will never go to anyone else for a cut as long as I live in the District (or maybe even NOVA--he's that good!) read more

Excellent haircuts. Been coming here since 2015 with a pause when I moved from DC for a couple years. Even though my barber changed overtime with normal turnover (Wes, Steve, and now Alex) Each barber have great personalities. Very happy with Alex, the most comfortable first haircut I've had with any barber (I usually take multiple cuts to get comfortable with a new barber). Seriously, props to Alex. I've been consistently impressed with how professional, friendly, and capable each barber is. You really can't go wrong here. read more

Went to the location on 14th inside Immortal Beloved and had the "Jr Barber" cut my hair. Asked for a simple fade and it took him over an hour to finish and it still came out awful. I'm sorry but you should not put people out there to cut hair when they can't. It's a $45.00 joke of a haircut. Stay Away!!! read more

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Their prices are very steep, but if it's in your budget I would highly recommend going here. I'd gotten another hair cut that didn't thin out the top enough, so, in a pinch for time, I went here to just get the top thinned out a bit. And despite saying they would only charge me for half a haircut, they ended up not even charging me - so based on my experience customer service can't reasonably get better than it is here. In the limited amount of time I was here, it was apparent that their attention to detail is also unparalleled. I'll also say they're appealing because it's definitely more oriented towards guys, which is refreshing. And this is evident in both the way they interact with you and the atmosphere. read more

My experience at the Barber as excellent. Julio was friendly and professional! The result was I am very happy with haircut and experience!

Been here three times and scheduled with three different barbers. TWICE I've showed up for my appointment and the barber hasn't been there. Waited 30 minutes today for him to show up (this was my third trip) and then left. Garbage customer service and incompetence all around. This place gets a lot of buzz but you can't run a business this way. read more

$95 for a haircut is no joke. Am I paying for delicacy. Thanks but no thanks. I think it's over priced barber shop. Haircut meets the requirement but I ain't buying a Ferrari if BMW works read more

I've been going to LULU for my haircuts for at least 2-3 years now, maybe even longer since what is time in a pandemic ? She has full creative control over what happens to my head and her soft small hands treat this big dome nice and keep me looking tight for the lack of social interaction that ,before I strived for, and now accept as a given. Surrender yourself unto LULU and allow the magic to happen. read more

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I come in from NY once a month and when ever I take my 13 yr old son he comes back to John at this Barber Shop. The place is hip, clean and very well run. This weekend I decided to get a cut here. Diego was great. I got a great haircut. It is important to book a time well in advance; this is not a walk in type of place and they are pretty booked up. read more

My overall impression is that this is a place for men designed by women. My hair cut was good. Nothing special. A solid good hair cut. It is what I am looking for, but for 60 dollars I felt that I did not get enough bang for my buck. There was nothing wrong with my experience, I just did not feel that I was provided a service nor an experience that justified the high price point. If this is place is supposed to cater exclusively to men, it should be more men oriented. Simple things like some Sports Illustrated, maybe some TVs on SportsCenter, some complementary beers would go a long way. Men's hair cuts are a fairly often required necessity whereas women's hair cut are closer to a luxury. This place should reflect this different perception if it wants to create a loyal costumer base. Being off the beaten path only reinforces the need for it to create a better identity. The place has potential, but it needs to men up. I hope that I can come back in the future and experience a changed shop. read more

When I walked in the door, the attentive receptionist offered a choice of water, coffee or soda and told Mike that I was here; I waited only a minute past my appointment time and was greeted warmly even though it was my first interaction with the barber. Overall first impressions were great. The place is clean, recently renovated with hand painted tiles from Mexico and overall evokes a feeling of a classic barber shop with modern fixtures and lighting. There's the nod to old times with the antique barber chairs used for the close shave but the rest of the place is done in a warm, modern fashion. I like this kind of style over a previous reviewer's preference to have a place that would "men up" "serve beer" "have sports illustrated" or "espn on tv". I've had enough of those sorts of bro salons that want to make you feel like you've walked into a frat house and can just feel the testosterone oozing from all the pores of the walls. If those fixtures define your expectations of a high end barber shop for men, then look elsewhere because this place doesn't keep on stereotyping men. Moreover, even if the place offered you beer and had stereotypical men offerings, it still wouldn't be worth justifying the relatively higher price of $60 - 75 for a haircut, so why do I feel that this place is worth it? Firstly, the communication between the barber and myself was the best I've ever had; he listened to what I liked and usually preferred but then communicated to me why his own experiences and opinions were better suited to me. I honestly prefer a barber to have the skill to look at me and based on his own skills, experiences and work to create a style that would best make me look good. Mike did this to perfection and I didn't have to go through the haircut with fear that I have sometimes had in other places. Secondly, the entire experience was professionally and competently done. I received an excellent haircut complete with actual step-by-step on how to use product in my hair easily. I usually expect the barber to just toss something in without any explanation but the experience here was quite different. Mike clearly, consistently and concisely explained how to make the best use of a product suited to me in three simple steps. I did it this morning and looked great. Lastly, this place builds a strong community by solving the only valid point in the previous reviewer's criticism that "men's hair cuts are a fairly often required necessity." Mike does this by offering free clean-ups of the back and side hair lines instead of charging for the full cut. While the shampooing is not included in the clean-ups, this fantastic offer to maintain the cut you received previously is a key reason in my justifying the cost. In essence, I pay for the cut I received now and get free maintenance later on when I'm in the middle stage of looking a little bit shaggy but can't really justify a full cut. The high cost of the cut is an investment that provides ample return of the maintenance. Of all the places I have been to before, no place has recognized and provided a solution to men often needing haircuts. This alone shows that unlike places full of sports and beer or other high end barber shops, the Barber of Hell's Bottom is a place that is for men alone and understands men completely. read more

I've been to all three of their DC locations for both a haircut and beard trim and have never been let down. Amazing service and staff. I've never had any issue getting an appointment at the times and dates I wanted. They go the extra mile with hot towels, beard balms, straight razor edging, etc I've heard people say the prices are high but if you shopped around DC barbers and hair stylists Barber of Hell's Bottom prices are aligned with every other shop. Also you get what you pay for...so if you want an inferior cut with no customer service than yes there are many shops on military bases in the area that charge approximately $10 for a haircut. However, if you want to look your best while getting top quality service by an experienced professional barbers go to Barber of Hell's Bottom. It is worth your money and time read more

I really enjoyed coming here people are friendly and for the most part good barbers. I did have an unfortunate experience right before Christmas where my 4" long beard was reduced to a lumpy divited mess + tragic haircut to boot. I looked past that because I had only good experiences before. I also appreciated the willingness to fix their mistakes. Which they did offering me 2 free beard trims to attempt to fix my beard as it grew back out. Trying to make an appointment today seems that prices have gone up $10 across the board, haircuts now $70 beard trims $40. With tip that's like$140/$150. I just think that's a ridiculous price for a men's haircut and beard trim. I like the place but not willing to be gauged. Especially when it seems like at least one member of the staff doesn't know how to trim beards or listen to customers. read more

Walk ins welcome it says! I was refused at the door because 'we are booked!' Enough said! read more

This place is an absolute gem. The decor is a really fantastic spin on the barber shops of the old days. Not that I'm not a huge sports fan or not into 'guy stuff', but you won't find flat screens and ESPN or a kegerator in this shop. From the light fixtures to the mirrors to the floors, a real throwback. It's very bright and welcoming and the entire staff are focused on treating customers incredibly well. As for the price, it's well worth it. Completely comparable to any "upscale" barber shop like The Grooming Lounge, except these barbers are not there to push product and operate a store front. They have everything you need but you won't be pressured into making an additional purchase. This is a nice, small operation where the barber cutting your hair could very well be the owner. I've been in the DMV my entire life (40 years), and grew up as the son of a hairdresser who is still working today. I've had cuts by her, stylists at expensive salons (Salon Bleu, Christie Adam, etc.), any barber shop in NoVa, even cut my own hair. Mike gave me the best cut I've ever had and treated me as if my business was the most important to him. I can't recommend them enough. Go check them out for yourself. read more

I have been getting my hair cut in the DC area for quite some time now and I have tried almost every top rated place between here and Baltimore. My haircuts have ranged from $12 to $70 and while I was mostly ok with them, I always found myself with the same hair cut no matter what I said (I'm looking at you Grooming Lounge!). Enter Hells Bottom. From my first interaction on the phone with them I was impressed. The lady was very professional and friendly when making my appointment and that always helps with the rest of the experience. 10am on a dreary Thursday I wandered up to the corner shop and headed in. The receptionists were, again, really friendly and helpful offering coffee, tea or water and then my barber came out. Most of the barbers have a fairly hipster look to them but the customers ranged from young guy looking for a hip cut to the older grey haired business man in a suit looking for a conservative cut. I was somewhere in the middle. John R. and I chatted about what I was looking for and where I wanted my haircut to go but in the end I really left it up to him to be creative. After the shampoo with a great scalp massage, I went back to my chair and John got to work. Sure we chatted but it wasn't forced conversation so if you want to just sit there in silence and relax with little interaction you can do that but if you want to chat a bit that seemed welcome as well. Anyway, after about 20 min I had a great hair style that I love. He definitely gave me a solid update to my looks. We talked about how to style and what to use and all that jazz. I was immediately happy walking out of there. When I get home, under my harsh bathroom lighting, is when I typically find the lack of attention and detail in the haircut and usually have to trim a but here and there to make things even (especially on the sides where, for some reason, nobody seems to be able to get a tight cut even. I usually get edges and ridges...). Not this time. My sides were perfectly shaved and faded. The next day, after I washed my hair and styled it again, I was relieved to find that the styling was easy to replicate. In short this is my go to place from now on. My hair cut was $60 and I was very happy with it. John R. did a great job and I would have no problem sending friends to him. Great place, great hair cut. These guys (and girls) are knocking it out of the park here. Oh, and their space is cool as hell. Even on a cold, wet and dreary morning in DC, the space and the staff made me feel warm again. Now if I could only sip scotch while getting my hair cut...... read more

A great, independent barber shop for men to get damn good haircuts. Always satisfied, always complimented. True, it may cost a bit more than some places, but in a town where first impressions matter a lot and too many guys walk around with Hair Cuttery butcher jobs, it's well worth it. Even better, the service, design, and overall experience are all top notch and completely devoid of the bro plague of ESPN (or any TVs), Sports Illustrateds, or other crap that's best left in Georgetown. For me, at least, it's worth the price to have an oasis with good people, good music, and quality haircuts. read more

A little on the expensive side, but Nicole has become my go-to barber in DC. When I describe what I want, it comes out better than I had hoped, and if I'm vague and unhelpful (describing hair is not my forte), she still does a fantastic job. Additionally, the place is clean, the decor is appropriate, the soundtrack is not obtrusive (and quite good), and the staff is friendly. I jumped ship from another high end DC salon, and have not regretted it once in the past year. read more

This shop is dishonest and cheating. They told me the barber was not apprentice but a junior barber. Then, until the guy posted on Instagram today showing that he got promoted from apprentice to junior that I realized I was charged for higher fees ahead of time. read more

My favorite barbershop in DC -- bar none! I have been going to Nicole for years, and I highly recommend her and her colleagues to all of my family and friends in DC. read more