Great cut and friendly service from Justin Simas this morning. As I told Justin, I've worn my hair long and pulled straight back for nearly 40 years - the last time I was in a barbershop was before he was born! He patiently listened to my thoughts about what I wanted to do with it, then worked with me to make it happen, explaining everything along the way. A+ read more

I called ahead of my appointment time -- before I was even late -- to explain a scheduling conflict and ask to reschedule. Not a no-show. A courtesy call. I was charged in full anyway, and told any future booking would require prepayment, a policy I'd never once heard mentioned in 4-5 prior visits. A year later I gave them another shot. Booked with Jill Martin, appointment confirmed. One hour before my 5pm slot: a text canceling on me, citing "the issue in May of 2025." No call. No conversation. When I asked why, the answer was that she didn't like my "energy" and "vibe" -- nothing concrete, nothing that happened that day. If that was a real concern, it should have surfaced before confirming my booking, not sixty minutes before I was due to arrive. The owner offered zero accountability when I raised this directly. This isn't a policy dispute. It's a pattern of treating paying clients as disposable. Skip this shop, and skip Jill Martin specifically. read more

Excellent barbers. Comfortable vibe. Welcoming environment. As a woman with short hair, it had been challenging finding a solid spot for a haircut - salons were overpriced and traditional barbershops felt like boys' clubs; neither were the right fit for what I was looking for in a haircut experience. A friend of my raved about Barbershop Deluxe and, given its convenient location, I decided to give it a shot - 8 months and a number of cuts later and I am a loyal customer for the foreseeable future! Huge shoutout to Jill for creating such a warm and welcoming experience. I consistently look forward to my cuts thanks to her attention to detail, chill demeanor and great conversations. I have found my spot at Barbershop Deluxe. read more

Been going to Justin Simas for about 3 years now and he does an excellent job. Was in search of a new barber after moving to Boston and went to a few before coming across Barbershop Deluxe. I cannot recommend Justin Simas enough - he can do it all and it's perfect every time read more

Drew's technique and attention to detail was outstanding. Highly recommend this barbershop.

Been going to Barbershop Deluxe since 2015 (!) and could not recommend more. Clean interior, easy to book or reschedule online, and impeccable vibes, even more so since their pandemic redesign. Justin is an artisan with the scissors, always starts & ends on time, and carries great conversation. read more

For some reason I will never know, TIm, the guy who cut my hair the other day, did a fantastic job on the front of my head, and cut a very visible crooked line going across the back of my head. Thanks a lot Tim! read more

It is almost impossible to find a good barber for a long mens haircut. Every other barber I have tried in the past would cut my hair too short ... then I had to grow it out again ... and try someone new. Luckily I found Mike at Barbershop Deluxe! He is great at doing classic mens hair cuts. Mike does great with my naturally curly longer hair. You don't have to explain much and he will make you look great. Reservations can be made on their website. Prices are great, cash only, and there is a student discount. read more

I've been coming to this barbershop for the past 8+ years and always get a great cut, whether it's from my main barber or someone filling in. There are a wide range of barbers to choose from for just about any hairstyle and hair length. The shop is conveniently located in the Back Bay next to the train station. The atmosphere is friendly and casual. It's almost always busy, which is also a great sign! With that said, they sometimes take walk-ins, but I would recommend booking an appointment on their website beforehand. read more

The barber shop is great and no one cuts hair better than Mike. Just got a fresh cut and usually go every 2 weeks. I followed him from Arlington years ago. Plenty of on street parking, just bring 50 cents, park, and Mike will have you in and out in 20 minutes read more

Barbershop Deluxe - Barbers Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I came in for an appointment with M.Arida. I'm still wearing a mask indoors and they were super accommodating with it and gave me a really handsome cut that I like more every time I see myself in the mirror. You can really tell that M enjoys their craft and is focussed on giving you the best cut possible. The shop itself has a great clean but somewhat comforting atmosphere, too. Highly recommend! read more

Boston Yelp, you confuse me. Half of your businesses don't exist and the other half have 5 stars when I can barely scrape a star together for them. I went to Barbershop Deluxe because, I mean, Deluxe, right? The guy I got was super friendly and nice and totally gave off that "I can be your local barber vibe". And everything was cool until he started actually cutting my hair. Guy had the weirdest technique. He would do a little flourish with his comb each time he took it away from my head and then swing it back with the result that the haircut was 10-15 minutes of him hitting me over the head with a comb. And he wasn't even systematic about it, he just randomly cut hair around my head, then switched to clippers which (fortunately) he didn't hit me in the head with. He then proceeded to misalign my sideburns. I know that sounds nitpicky, but even I can even out my sideburns and I', totally uncoordinated. He also did one of those neck shaves, which are always awesome, except when you barely graze the skin with the razor and leave little patches of hair so I look like I have alopecia. End result: A kind of crummy haircut I could have gotten at a $10 hole-in-the-wall that I paid $30 for. Nothing against the guy, he was nice. Nothing against the shop, it seems cool. But if they're gonna hire a guy like mister brush flourish, I'd strongly advise against going there. read more

Justin is the best barber in town. Dude knows what he's doing. He works quickly yet meticulously and gives great recommendations on upkeep and styling. He takes great pride in his work and it shows. The secret must be getting out because he's been getting harder to book lately - but he's totally worth the wait. I get comments on my haircut almost every day now - I always tell them to go see Justin. You should too! read more

Barbershop Deluxe - Barbers Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Today I went and got my haircut by the fabulous M. Arida! They did an exceptional job and followed all of the safety and sanitation guidelines. It's one of the best haircuts I have ever received! The shop itself is also very clean and has amazing sanitation protocols in place! Go sit in M's chair and let them cut your hair! read more

Mike is the best barber I've had in Boston. Prices are also significantly better than any other barbershop in the neighborhood. Whoever has complained about appointments and wait times here must not realize that they have an app. I've been going here for two years, have used their app consistently, and have never had an issue with an appointment. You can go to Supercuts if you're dying to use ApplePay. read more

A bit pricey but solid haircut. Albert was great. Very clean shop, pleasant experience all around.

Walked into this barbershop or salon? Was told they take appointments but might be able to fit me in, one of the barbers who ended up cutting my hair asked around but to no avail as he begrudgingly agreed to do the dirty deed.His name Justin..I explained what I wanted while he perused his phone intently and kind of understood my request- he immediately began working like he was shearing a sheep- grabbing on my head, pushing the clippers and blade into my skull and the blades were getting hot, I felt like I was getting branded- not since basic training has someone rifled through my hair like that. I realize Justin has several good reviews here but are they real or planted by repeat customers or friends. Between Justin on the phone and chatting with his coworkers, playing DJ and bitching about his coworkers, I wanted to get out of the chair before he took it out on my head...As a first time experience this sucked. The sides were shorter than I wanted and the top left a bit too long. Upon inspection and leaving, things could have been worse but then, it did ...$40 seriously, apparently each barber has his own price. If I wanted to be treated like shit and had to pay for it I could have gone to a discount shop. While this isn't a reflection of everyone who works here I would try someone or somewhere else. read more

Justin is the man. He takes to make sure that you look good after every cut. I came in with an idea, he took it and made it better. Won't go to any other barber in Boston. Keep doing amazing work! read more

I moved to Boston from NYC six years ago. Needing a new barber in my new home, I stumbled into Barbershop Deluxe and met Mike Coronella. Six years later i live in the suburbs but still head into the South End every three weeks and didn't think twice when my son was ready for haircuts. Mike keeps us both looking fresh with a wide range of cuts. From professional to edgy, Mike can do it all and loves to experiment if you'll let him. Truly a master barber. I'm not sure I ever get the same cut twice, which is fine with me because they all look equally as good. I literally have had strangers stop me and ask where I get my haircut. Mike's my go to but Christina and the whole shop are great. Highly highly recommend! read more

Barbershop Deluxe - Barbers Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I've always gotten outstanding haircuts here, no matter who I have as a barber/stylist. Tim is my regular stylist. He spends time on each & every haircut. The best barbers in town! read more

Barbershop Deluxe - Window front onto Columbus Ave., right next to Back Bay station. - Barbers Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I have been twice now for cuts with M and he has done a tremendous job both times. He takes his time and is meticulous in his work. I appreciate how he can take my input and work with it while also providing his own suggestions that totally worked. I just moved to the area and this looks like it will be my barbershop for the foreseeable future! read more

Been coming here for the last 12 months or so, and have to say the shop continues to impress. The shop was redone to be more modern, all black cabinets and mirrors. The crew is always in a jovial mood, and doesn't fall into the trap of a frat house with folks yelling at each other. Simply a great cut and nice experience every time. Justin has been a great barber, couldn't be happier that I randomly got a cut from him a year back. read more

Mike at Barbershop Deluxe is the best barber I have ever had in Boston! This is after ten years of bouncing around town and trying lots of places. He always has a great perspective and doesn't let me make bad decisions on how I get it cut (I've tried). He gave me a wedding haircut and made me feel great about the whole process, and he always delivers whether it is a special occasion or just a trim for work. Thanks Mike! read more

Barbershop Deluxe - Wedding haircut from Mike, he made the process easy! - Barbers Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Didn't even bother attempting the style I wanted. Cut everything too short and unevenly. If I'm paying $60-70 for a haircut, then I expect some amount of effort to follow my instructions. read more

I'm going to get right to the point. This place, and Mike specifically, is the tits. There a lot of things in my life that I love - my family, my friends, volunteering, ice cream, BJs, etc. However, there are few things that I Iove and care about as deeply as my hair. That being said, I don't let just anyone cut my hair. I had a trusted hairdresser in my previous home in DC, but she wasn't cool with traveling 500 miles every time I needed a haircut, so I was forced to look to other sources. After some careful and thorough research, I decided that I would give barbershop deluxe a shot. I read rave reviews that touted Mike's great talent and creativity, so I decided to take the plunge. Lasses and lads, I was not disappointed. When I first sat down in Mike's chair, he started off by asking me about myself. My style, my interests, etc. I could see as I was telling him all this that shit was happening in his mind, and he was actively deciding the best course of action for me and my hair. I appreciated this personal approach that he took. Fast-forward to 25 minutes later. I emerged from his the shop looking like a badass, circa 1915. I have no idea what the style that Mike gave me is called, but it was f*cking fantastic. Besides his great talent for hair, Mike is also a really cool guy. He gives some great advice - from where to get cheap, vintage clothing, to how to approach the Boston legal system. He's a no-bullshit kind of guy, and I like that about him. Anyways, I love the vintage, classic, slick look that he gave me, and I will be coming back for more. Take my word for it kids - this is the place to go if you want to look good (and not pay very much). read more

I moved from Brooklyn to Boston a year ago and immediately found my favorite tailor and my favorite pizza shop. What I didn't find was a barber. I'd been a longtime customer of New York City's venerable FSC Barber and my first six months in Boston were marked by "okay" cuts at Big Dogs and Floyd's. I decided to give Mike at Barbershop Deluxe a try when the now-defunct Phoenix called him "The Best Barber in Boston" and mentioned his work with historic cuts. I booked a cut that day and never looked back. Barbershop Deluxe may not have a catchy name or an old-timey Ball and Buck / Art of Shaving aesthetic, but it makes up for both in skill. Mike is an expert at his craft with a phenomenal understanding of history and hair. He knows what your hair can do, can't do, and can recreate that cut you loved on Mad Men and Boardwalk Empire. I've run into a few scheduling snafus due to the shop not calling when Mike is sick or unable to make it to work, but he's always taken it upon himself to make it more than right. Did I mention that you can book online? We didn't have that in NYC. If you're looking for a historic throwback cut and you live in Boston, Mike is your guy. If you end up in Mike's chair, be prepared to get lots of compliments from friends and random strangers at bars. Just make sure that there's still room on his schedule for me. read more

After my beloved stylist left Boston, I needed to find a new place to lower my ears every couple of weeks. I went to Barbershop Deluxe with an open mind - hoping, praying it would be what I wanted it to be. Some cursory discussion on the Boston subreddit made it sound like haircut mecca: a blend of the charming, affordable barbershops of yore but sans the old, apathetic, uninspired attitude of your more typical, old world barbershop scissor jockeys. Between the reviews and a Boston Phoenix piece on the creative, customer-specific styles the place specialized in, my interest was piqued. Unfortunately, what I found was just your run-of-the-mill hair cuttery. Yes, it was cheap, but the attitude was less "we specialize in creatively making men look good" and more "we make hair shorter." Ugh. The cut was rushed, uneven, and lacked the sort of pre-cut "what do you want to do today/how do you wear it?" banter that really sets a first-time customer's mind at ease. Double ugh. And it was cash only. Triple ugh. If you're a conservative guy who works in the area, wants a quick cut over a lunch break, and isn't quite as discerning and narcissistic as I apparently am, this might indeed be your haircut mecca. For me, it'll remain a place I dropped some hair that one time. read more

You will get the best haircut of your life here. Seriously, put yourself in Mike's hands and just trust that he'll make you look good. The man knows his styles from the 30's up to present day and will make sure the cut you get suits you. Do it now. read more

I discovered Barbershop Deluxe a little over a year ago when I felt that my then-current stylist wasn't giving it her all. A Phoenix profile on Mike Coronella led me to to the shop, and I've been going there since then. Mike is extremely knowledgeable about a wide variety of period styles, and what works best for the individual. He is friendly, professional, and takes his job very seriously. While Mike is the one who cuts my hair, I have noticed that the rest of the staff is very curteous and helpful. Christina in particular pointed me in the direction of some products that are helpful for people with pomade-heavy styles like myself. The shop is clean, and the rates are extremely reasonable. If you're thinking about trying a new barbershop, I urge you to take a look at Barbershop Deluxe. read more

Things I like about living in Boston: seasons, awesome theatre scene, fresh seafood, gorgeous old buildings. Things I hate about living in Boston: the lack of decent barbers. Oh, wait! Scratch that last bit because I just discovered Barbershop Deluxe, generally, and Mike, specifically. This guy is nothing short of a wizard. With just a few dexterous flicks of his scissors, he fixed many months of deplorable haircuts and gave me a new, awesome look (with extra bonus points for managing to incorporate my numerous annoying cowlicks into the cut). So, thanks, Mike and Barbershop Deluxe, for giving me one more reason to like Boston. I might just stick around for a good, long while. And, if I do, this is definitely where I'll be getting my hairs did. read more

Initially when I came across this shop, I was very hopeful in finding a barber shop I can call home (after going to countless shops in the Boston area). I first went to Mike, he was OK at first (figured it would take a cut or two to get used to my hair). After a a few cuts with Mike I noticed he would constantly be looking away or at the door - not really paying attention to cutting hair. Then one day the cut was just terrible - too short on the top, crooked (he even said "wtf" to himself). So I moved on from Mike and started getting cuts from Al. Al was an awesome barber - great conversation and person all around. I've probably gotten 10+ cuts from Al and loved them all. Unfortunately, I moved out of the city and have found a new shop. This review would've been a 4+ had it not been for Mike. read more

I've lived in Paris, London, and Berlin and Mike Coronella is by far the best barber I've come across. In fact, when I temporarily moved outside of Boston for a year, I used to drive 90 miles just for an appointment with him. For guys looking for a really sharp, classic cut, he's your guy. He has such a wide breadth of knowledge and can recreate styles from TV and films, from Downton Abbey to The English Patient. And he always makes sure your cut matches your style, personality, and profession. Mike is a true master and I always leave his chair with a boost of confidence. I would not trust my hair with anyone else! read more

Mike just made my husband look super hot. I love this guy! My man's dislike of expensive, pretentious haircuts has led him down some bad roads (Supercuts, aging townie barbers), so when he started expressing the need for some maintenance up top, I decided to stage an intervention. I had read an article in the Phoenix about Mike and his encyclopedic knowledge of vintage haircuts and suggested giving it a shot. The shop is conveniently located near the T and is completely unpretentious. Mike is very conscientious and took the time to suss out what would work for my husband and even asked me what I liked on him. When vintage haircuts came up, he suggested a 1920s Great Gatsby look. It came out brilliantly, only took about 20 minutes, and cost $18 with a first-time online booking discount. My man left happy and agreed to never go to Supercuts again. Can't beat that! read more

As good as it gets. The shop is great. Sharp cuts. Mike is the man. Best part: Location: try to book your appointment on-line, but if you're in the area usually they will be able to squeeze you in between cuts. There is a great market across the street, Snaptop, and bakery, Flour, to kill the time before you get one of the best cuts I've ever had. read more

Ignore the ONE STAR! This is a FIVE STAR REVIEW!! Went in a year ago on total accident frantically searching for a cut before a wedding. I met Mike and he literally changed my life! Well .... KISMET! I go every 3 weeks. His technique is flawless and his attention to detail is exemplary. He is also efficient as all heck (its not one of those haircuts where each hair follicle is considered and agonized over). He's just. plain. good. Every time I go in I bring a new friend and they are thoroughly satisfied. He is also a great person and takes time and gets to know you and help achieve a cut that doesn't just make you look phenomenal, but also fits your lifestyle or perhaps a specific upcoming event. Seriously. Go to this barbershop and see this man. Be open to his ideas and let him work is magic. And know that on your first cut he is already planning 5 cuts in the future, expanding and adding on to what hes created. This is a cut that looks good instantly. You don't have to wait this 4 awkward post barbershop days for it to "grow in". Sign up for an appointment. You won't be disappointed. read more

This place is awesome. Simon L. recommended it to me right after I moved to Boston in September and I've been going every two weeks since. There are three chairs in this cute, classic, garden level Barbershop. I see Christina Morelli (and y'all can tell her I sent you). She's peppy and has been a barber for 9 years. We've worked into a casual friendship. I go every two weeks because I love sitting in her chair. Speaking of chairs: these are the REAL DEAL. Old school, well maintained worn dark green leather with seriously old school metal foot rests. After my haircut, she uses warm shaving cream and a straight edge on my neck. Classic. Prices are totally reasonable. $23 for Mens Basic. $18 if you come every two weeks/are a student. Sorry ladies, men only. Oh and there's no shampooing, just the occasional spritz of water. Call for hours, usually open tues-sat 2:30-8. They love walk-ins and can usually fit you in soon or tomorrow. What's not to love? read more

Go to Mike. He is fantastic. I'm so happy that I started going here. Before going to BSD, I hated getting my hair cut. I never really had a great idea of what I wanted and barbers/hairdressers never gave me great advice when I'd ask them for input. During my first cut with Mike, I came in well overdue for a trim and had previously tried a different shop that did not do a great job. After I first sat in his chair, Mike stared at my head for a good 5 minutes at different angles. He then let me have it: "What are we doing here?.. who has been cutting your hair?...There is no direction with your hair whatsoever...this is going to take a lot of work". Some people may be turned away by this kind of forwardness, but this was EXACTLY what I was looking for. A barber with enough confidence to tell me what looks good and what will work best for me. Finally. So by the end of my first cut, Mike had planned out and explained to me a whole strategy for how we were going to fix my hair. Now, after about 3 or 4 months of going to Mike, I love my haircut. I was even in a friend's wedding party and the photographer stopped me to tell me she loved my hair cut. That had never happened to me before. Do yourself a favor. Go see Mike. He's affordable and loves what he does. He truly wants each guy he works with to look good. read more

I had a truly bad haircut here. The guy's name is Patrick. I just asked him for a normal haircut, buzzed on the sides and back. He proceeded to box my head with two electric razors, spray me with so much water that it was dripping from my nose, and tried to cut my ear off with a comb. There are parts of my hair that he didn't clean up much at all. The sides of my head now have these pointy corners sticking out. This barbershop looks quaint and old-timey but no one is paying for the atmosphere of a barbershop. At least he was a nice guy? Edit: the owner offered a refund and fix for the haircut. Because I really do appreciate the customer service, I changed the rating of the review. read more

I'm a newcomer to Boston and happened to be in the area on a Saturday evening, checking out some apartments. It also happened that I was in dire need of a haircut. Having read the Yelp reviews of Deluxe, I decided to give them a call, although with the expectation that they would be booked out for the last closing hour. To my surprise, Mike (who's also newly employed there) was available. I guess in places like this one everybody has their preferred barber and it's harder to break in a newbie, so they tend to be more available at start, until they build a loyal client base. Well, I decided to try my luck with Mike and did not regret it. Lately, I've been digging the Don Draper slick look, so I decided, just like with everything new around me, to get change up my hair style a bit. So I told Mike that I'd be interested in doing something like that (esp due to my job's conservative environment) and he was happy to oblige. In fact, he told me he prefers to specialize in period haircuts so I was really lucky I got the right guy. Furthermore, he studied the Don Draper look in so many details that he knew exactly what was needed. And little do you know, within 15-20 mins of scissor work and neat tapering, I had the look I desired. No room for complaint or dissatisfaction. UPDATE: Went for the second time, adjusted a few things based on the previous one, and the result looked even better. I guess you could say I'm a regular now. Upgrading my review to five stars and will keep updating based on repeat results. read more

So this is my very first yelp review, and I'm writing because I had a GREAT experience getting a haircut from Mike! I am about to go on a round of interviews for corporate type work, and I needed a new professional cut. After reading from an earlier yelp review about Mike's experience with the "Don Draper" look, I figured he would be able to set me up with a good look. I told Mike about my interview situation and he knew just what to do. In about 15 minutes I had the best cut I've ever received. I truly will be coming back to him for the rest of my life!! If you're reading this Mike, thanks a lot man. I'll see you in a few weeks! EDIT: Well I got the job!! Much thanks to Mike for keeping me looking professional throughout the search. Now I'll be working down the street from Barbershop Deluxe, and I'll definitely be coming back to Mike for many years to come. read more