I have been coming to bent ever since my freshman year. I am currently a senior. The quality has not changed once since my first haircut. All of the staff members give you their full attention when you are in their chair. I have recommended this place to all of my friends. While the haircut costs more than a typical one, it's worth every penny. I've never experienced a bad haircut from them which is a common thing that occurs in Bloomington if you go to cheaper places. Covid Note- they have hand sanitizer and disinfecting wipes all around the shop. The staff and all guests were wearing masks. Strict cleaning protocols were clearly in place. I am not afraid to come back here for my next cut during this pandemic. read more

Great vibe and service. However, their website said a haircut would be $35 and I was charged $45. With tip, my haircut was over $50. A bit pricy for a simple 30 minute haircut in my opinion, but I was happy with the result. read more

Great haircut. She did exactly what I wanted and needed. Very friendly. I gave details on my complicated cut, she made it nice and neat. Very pro. read more

I have been to a quite a few barbers throughout Bloomington and I will say that Bent is quite unique. They have a special ambience that makes you feel welcome; free drinks kept stocked, cool music playing, and a big TV/arcade cabinet while waiting. Everyone is professional and nice. While I really, really want to recommend Bent, my experience with them has been 50/50. Depending on your barber, the price is $40-$60 for the cut (excluding tip) + you have to pay for parking. Compared to other chain barber shops around Bloomington charging $25-$30 for a cut and without paying to park, I was hoping for a more personalized experience that ultimately fell short of what I was looking for. First time I went for a hair cut it was extremely well done with high attention to detail and the barber took her time. 2nd time I tried out a different barber since the one I first went to was unavailable and it was a completely different experience. The barber this time was ~10min late and I felt rushed, as if he was trying to just get through the appointment. I understand life happens but at this price point for me paying roughly $60 after tip, it was not worth it. All things considered, if you go to one of the established barbers or Reeve, I imagine you will have a fantastic experience and it'd be worth it. read more

Been there twice and it is a bit overpriced and the haircut wasn't that good. The service was friendly though.

Well, we walked in and they said they were fully booked. For the day We called 20-30 minutes later to double confirm because we liked the cool vibe and low and behold they had openings. That made us scratch our head ....what changed? Regardless, the hair cut was well done. Katie listened well and provided the exact hair cut desired with a very clean neck shave and precision edge with the razor. The cost was steep @ $55 (no face shave included). I'd say if I'm in the mood to spend this amount again I would go to a nicer place with more services for the same price. read more

Created a yelp account just to leave a 5-Star review for Bent. Hands down the best haircut I've ever received, and it's worth every penny. Highly recommend! read more

I've been to Bent a couple of times now, and here's what I'll say: they give the best haircuts I've ever had in my life. I've tried plenty of places, but with the way my hair grows, it's amazing how easy it is to screw up a simple fade. All the stylists are incredibly competent and know what they're doing. The vibe inside is more modern with some flavors of 90s nostalgia (the Area 51 arcade game) and over-the-top mancave-ness (the piranha tank) thrown in. All the same, though, Bent is more substance than style, and though the price is steep, when I need a haircut that I KNOW is going to look good, I go to Bent. Seriously, I went there to get my haircut before my wedding. I've tried Great Clips, I've tried Senoj Salon, I've tried V's Barber Shop, Ive seriously tries so many different places in Bloomington. If you need it done right, go to Bent. read more

I saw Katie for a soft bald fade today and I'm ecstatic. I brought a picture that was close to what I wanted and she quickly picked out the main features of the cut, including fade angle. Her attention to detail is exceptional & she worked quickly and intuitively while checking in with me at multiple points in the process. She packs refined artistry and a developed sense of form within the scope of 1/8 inch - I will be back to see her and would recommend her to anyone. read more

Best cut in town, I have been going to Bent since AugusT 2018. Natalie I is my pet rain, she is amazing, and I've had so many grammable cuts thanks to her. I had a friend who commented on my insta: "Damn, Natalie took you from Dad to Daddy!" Which, I think, I is the highest compliment anyone can give to a men's hair stylist's craft. They start with a shampoo, then a cut (beard trim also available... they use a mix of straight razor and electric), and finish off with a hot towel. Water available. Awesome moon gravity game while waiting. Seriously. Excellent experience throughout. read more

Got a fantastic hair cut for my wedding from here. The barber was incredibly attentive to detail, focusing on quality in a way I've not experienced before. He washed the hair two separate times, so that he could do some cutting with one product in before doing a final cleanup and putting the product I'll use at my wedding. At every stage he verified I liked how it was going. The atmosphere was very chill and trendy inside, with a nice couch and TV, as well as very clean and well maintained facilities. I'd very highly recommend Bent if you want a quality cut. read more

I am originally from California and normally haircuts are pretty expensive there. so paying a lot for a haircut is not a big thing I would be willing to pay up to 100 200 or even $300 for a great haircut but my experience at the Barber shop was horrible I had the worst haircut ever it was the worst experience the person cutting my hair didn't know how to blend my hair it seem like I would've gotten a better haircut at great clips I definitely would not recommend this place people were definitely friendly but the haircut was horrible read more

Very personable and professional haircut. Washed my hair, had an awesome experience & excellent service! Thank you Reeve :)

After this first cut with Carlos I knew he took pride in his work! While they are a touch pricey, I truly believe you get what you pay for. Thanks again Carlos for a great beard trim, and an eye for detail! Highly recommend a cut and beard trim with him. read more

Best haircut in Bloomington. Ask for Reeve. This is the place to go for a premium men's haircut.

Do NOT go to this salon if you're looking to get an alternative hair style. My boyfriend went in to get his hair cut on Friday January 19th. He came in wanting a mod style cut and left with a bob cut. He even showed pictures and videos to his stylist of the specific cut he wanted. He also asked his stylist if they thought the style he wanted would suit his face and head shape. The person who cut his hair BUTCHERED it and obviously doesn't have experience doing alternative hairstyles. It's also obvious that the stylist doesn't deal with long hair often. Others with long hair that have left reviews stated that this salon does NOT cater well to those with long hair. The style they gave him wasn't even close to what he wanted. He had very thick long hair before and was looking forward to getting a new haircut. The stylist could have at least thinned it out for him so it didn't look so much like a bob cut. Unfortunately he left disappointed. He paid $45 for this haircut. It turned out to be a waist of his money and time. I feel so bad for him. I think he deserves a refund. Again men if you are looking to get an alternative haircut or if you have longer hair DO NOT waist your time and money at this place. read more

Called ahead, made sure they had someone who is skilled at working with long hair on guys. They took a while to respond, but said that any of their women would be great. Asked for it to be cut slightly longer than the collarbone, with just enough layers that it doesn't look blunt at the ends, and she took all the way up to the shoulders and layered it enough that the front barely reaches my ears. Will not be returning, as I would never trust the stylist with long hair. I would assume that they're good with short hair, but then don't reply positively to an inquiry about longer hair. read more

After searching for a barbershop that is updated and filled with skilled individuals, this is the only place I will go to in B-town. Erika Harden does a fantastic job, every-single-time. read more

Best place for a man to get a style in Bloomington. Haircut includes hot towel, straight razor touch-up around the ears and neck, and a shampoo/condition. I've only seen Ciara, who is great and can replicate any style based on a photo or description. I can't speak to any other stylists, but they all seem talented. Nice atmosphere. One star off for cost.... a cut starts at $30 or $35 (depending on the stylist) before tip which seems a little pricy for Bloomington, IN, but it is what it is and won't keep me from returning. read more

Bent is an amazing salon. Specializing in men's style, it's always so fun to come here and get special treatment. Guys, it's ok to set down the rugged lifestyle we lead and feel pampered every now and then. Staffed with some of the most talented stylists I've met to date, Bent will take care of you. Immediately greeted at the door with a cozy waiting area and a refreshment. You will be able to catch up on you favorite sports teams scores as ESPN is always on. But the incessant chatter of the sports broadcasters is muted and the latest jams are played through a great sound system. Come to Bent. I can guarantee you will leave feeling refreshed, relaxed and looking good for your significant other or soon to be special person. It's a great excuse to take a time out from the busy lives we all lead. Sit back, close your eyes, share your life with your stylist and I'm sure you'll leave feeling invigorated and ready to finish out the rest of the work day. And you'll look good too. Bent gets an A+ in my book. I'll come here to get a haircut from now on. Keep it up Bent Staff. -Rev! Ian Martin read more

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I was just there with my dad and brother and they got amazing haircuts with amazing service. The waiting area is comfortable and very welcoming. We've come here for our haircuts for at least a year and we've had nothing but good experiences! Not only was it welcoming but they made it enjoyable for my little brother, he's 3 but the lady cutting his hair ( Jenna ) took amazing care of him and made him comfortable. Definitely coming back see u soon! read more

Bent has been my go-to for haircuts for my four years at Indiana University. Easy online booking system, amazing customer service, and a cool atmosphere. Haircuts have been phenomenal every time. Shout out to Reeve and Megan over the years for always going above and beyond to provide the best service possible. Thanks so much! read more

Just okay but stylists are not consistently good all of the time. My fiancé had a really good cut but then went back to get hair done and got a weird army cut... not coming back read more

I made the 40 minute drive from home to Bloomington to get a haircut before the holidays and I really enjoyed my experience. I was greeted right away (by name) and asked if they could take my jacket. Had a seat on their huge comfy couch and watched some football while reading a book about how to hide razor blades in my waistband!!! It's definitely setup sorta man-cavey. Which is a big plus for me. Erika was super polite and did a great job making me feel welcomed and did a knockout job on my beard and hair. I shall return. read more

Incredible service and attention to detail every time I go. I've had multiple stylists and they all are incredible.

This is the first salon I've tried since moving back to Bloomington earlier this year and I don't think I'll try anywhere else. I showed my barber a picture of what I wanted and she did a near-perfect replica of it and was also very kind and talkative. I went to Hannah, but everyone else in there seemed nice and professional as well. I was going to give out 4 stars because it's a bit pricy, but then I remembered the big fucking fish-tank in there. So five stars for bomb-ass marine animal addition. Will be back. read more

Wow! Very impressed with the work being done at Bent. I came in for a men's cut and brow wax with Megan and I could not be more pleased with the finished product. The environment is relaxing you feel like a regular on your first visit. Megan was great to work with and she was very receptive of what I wanted. Trust me, it is worth every penny. read more

Don't go anywhere else! Bent is clean, welcoming, hip even. They cater to young men and have positioned themselves perfectly. From the giant TV and comfortable couch in the tasting area to their friendly and approachable staff, this place succeeds on all fronts. Most importantly, their barbers are very skilled. I've been going to JC for a few months now, and I won't go to anyone else while I live in Bloomington. End of discussion. His technique and skill is superior to most, if not all, the barbers I have frequented in LA, SF and NYC. If you need a trim, or are looking for a new style, give JC a call. read more

First time getting my hair cut at Bent this morning. Great experience, cool environment. 5 stars!

The only place in Bloomington I can trust with my hair. Reliable service and styling advice. Reece is knowledgeable and extremely professional read more

Recently visited Bent for a Haircut and Eyebrow was. The cut was phenomenal and Natalie who did it really took her time. She pulled off a perfectly blended skin fade very nicely. The brow wax wasn't the best I've ever had, but did the trick. The prices are fairly standard, $45 for a cut and wax or $35 for just a cut. Pretty much on par with most salons in town. However the atmosphere is nice and has a trendy barbershop vibe. From watching the other stylists cut a variety of hair types, I could tell that they don't cut corners or skip steps which is always nice to know. Some stylists in Bloomington only seem to be able to give a decent cut if their day is going perfect and they're in a great mood. Trust me my hair has been wrecked by some of Bloomington's so called "best hairstylists". Give Bent a try if your truly wanting a professional high end cut that doesn't skimp on the small details. read more

Can't speak to the quality of the place. I can share that I was disappointed to be forced to wait inspite of having an appointment. Had someone just said, "sorry, it will be 5 more minutes" I might have waited. But with no indication of how long I'd have to wait, I walked out. read more

I've been to Bent to get my hair cut twice now and I have been blown away with the staff's friendliness, the quality of the cut and styling, and the attention to detail. All of their stylists are very knowledgeable, talented, and very friendly. They truly cater to the customer and I have been very pleased with their services. Absolutely worth every penny. The stylists not only listened to how I wanted to style my hair, but also provided recommendations and advice on how to care for and style my hair. read more

This place is 0 for 2. The first time, they gave me a completely different haircut than I asked for. I even brought in pictures of what I wanted and showed them to the stylist, but he just did his own thing. Today I called to confirm an appointment I had made on their website and was told that I had no appointment. When I asked what we could do about it they said "you could not come in today." So I won't, today or any other day. read more

Very un-reasonable salon. I had an appointment at a certain time and could not find an Uber to get there at exactly the set time. I ended up being 12 minutes late and they had the audacity to tell me that my appointment was cancelled after I paid money to Uber there and back. Not happy! Be better! The salon was pretty much empty too. Wouldn't recommend! read more

In my opinion this is one of the best Salons for Men (and Woman) in Bloomington, Indiana. Not only were they able to get me in quickly, but the atmosphere was great and the barbers/stylists were knowledgeable, fresh and super nice. I highly recommend Erika. She was spot on with exactly what I wanted!! Thanks BENT and Erika for a great experience and cut! read more

Got my a cut here a few times, both cuts were good. I am pretty protective over my hair and usually worried about whether or not the barbers are capable of doing a more modern cut. I have had cuts with two different barbers, and both of them gave me exactly what I was looking for, in addition when describing the cut, they knew exactly what I was talking about. read more

I couldn't be more pleased to have found BENT in my first few weeks in Bloomington, my stylist Megan does amazing work on my hair, and is super friendly. I've been in twice now, and I couldn't be more happy with the cut both times. Can't wait to be in the chair again soon! read more

If you're looking to get a high quality haircut I would certainly give Bent a chance! There is not a single time that I left without a smile on my face, and there are no other businesses that I'll let cut my hair since I started going to Bent. Without a doubt, the best haircuts in my life have all come from this business. read more

I'll lead off with the fact that this was my first haircut at Bent. I had been in once before for a beard trim and enjoyed the environment but this time there was so much more. From the moment that Katherine walked over and called me back to the chair she was incredibly professional while still being exceptionally personable. During our conversation she would ask me questions about what I wanted to have done to be sure I walked out with the cut that I wanted (and have already received compliments on). She was able to offer her opinion without being pushy on questions that I had no clue about, proving that she is exceptionally knowledgeable and has the skill to match. I was more than satisfied with my new look and am very grateful for her service! I would HIGHLY recommend Bent and more importantly Katherine to anyone looking for a remarkable cut, and wonderful conversation. She added a new element to the shop and I can definitively say that I've found my new favorite barber. I recommend you do the same! read more