Friendly owners, no appointment needed (walk-ins only), quick wait times, good prices, great cuts! What more could you ask for?

My boys and I have been loyal patrons since the week they opened, and today was the last time. If Mario is not there, come back another day, as Curtis cannot handle cutting hair and keeping up with the order of patrons to be seen. Once again, he sent someone into a chair out of order, and when I advised him, he could not have been more rude and dismissive towards me, and ignored my advice on who was next. We really enjoyed giving Mario and Star our business for all these years. Too many other barber shops to have to deal with this nonsense. Adios. read more

2nd time here. First with Gigi. Mama is not used to having his hair cut so short but he wanted a design so Gigi did her thing. I said 'buddy it's a little shorter than we normally get but it looks good' he says 'Mom I love it!' I said 'as long as you like it that's all that matters. It's your head and hair!' He's excited to show his friends at school. read more

Carlos Barber Shop 2 - Haircut by Gigi - Barbers Near Me - Riverside, California

Great haircut. Just make sure you understand what the price is vs the price-plus-tip. There've been a couple of times when the barber I drew (I generally take whoever is available) added the tip when the quoted - got me confused for a moment. read more

I can't believe it's taken me this long to write a review for Carlos's Barbershop...but here it is! I absolutely love this place. It's become like a second home for me and my three boys. We recently moved out of Riverside, and leaving was incredibly tough. One of the hardest parts? Saying goodbye to the barbershop that's taken such good care of us. Carlos's Barbershop is everything you want in a place like this, friendly, fun, professional, detail-oriented, and filled with genuinely good people. I'm super particular about my hair, so trusting someone with it is a big deal. And this crew? I trusted them completely. Mario runs an outstanding shop. Star is the sweetest and always a joy. Curtis--come on now--my man Curtis is the absolute best! My son never wanted anyone else to cut his hair. Gigi crushed it every time. Danny is top-notch, and Ariel? Also amazing. Honestly, every barber there knows exactly what they're doing. I also really appreciated that the conversations in the shop were always respectful and family-friendly. That's a rare find these days. If you're looking for a barbershop that delivers consistently great cuts in a welcoming environment, this is it. We miss it already! read more

Carlos Barber Shop 2 - Barbers Near Me - Riverside, California

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Went in this am right at opening to get my 5 yr olds haircut - he's not a big fan of haircuts, we got right in with Danny and he was quick to get started! Danny was very professional, and nailed the haircut my son asked for! On the way out my son says "this the best place ever"! Highly recommend for kiddos! Quick and efficient thanks Danny! read more

There are some good barbers here although you have to stick to them. The others would most likely mess you. My taper isn't even faded! read more

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Look who responded over a year later... I wouldn't do business with him. Again he doesn't stand by his employees work. And he still charged me this is his idea of making it up ....poor business practices read more

Carlos Barber Shop 2 - Barbers Near Me - Riverside, California

I very much look forward to my husbands haircut days. Not only does he leave there with a fresh fade by our favorite barber APRIL, but I actually love going and socializing with the whole shop! The owner Mario always makes us feel like family, and we always have some good laughs. I tell all my friends and family about this place, it gives the best vibes. read more

Unfortunately this review reflects bad barbers. Very inconsistent at this shop. Its a first come first serve basis and unless you stick with a particular barber the other barbers mess up your fade. Good customer service, you get what you pay for.. read more

The barbers here made me feel less of a person very bad service do not come here if your not ready to be humiliated not only the barbers also the owner very mean an disrespectful never coming back read more

I have only tried this place today, so I may try one of the other barbers here in the future. Unfortunately the guy that helped me out didn't understand what I asked for. He's was rushing through the cut, bumping into my head with the blades, and his thinning shears were pulling on my hair instead of thinning (might just need sharpening). Anyway, asked for just a little off the top with a 1 on the sides, he ended up cutting off more than half off the top because "it was too thick and wasn't setting right". Have you ever heard a man complain the he had too much hair? Or it was too thick? Anyway, it'll grow back but I'm just not happy with it. unfortunately I was facing away from the mirror the whole time so I couldn't see what he was doing until the end. Whole thing could've been avoided if I saw what he was doing as he was doing it. Like I said, I'll probably just try another chair, can't help but feel pissed off though. read more

Carlos Barber Shop 2 - This was before. All I wanted was to basically cut off the dead ends. Still left long and curlyish. - Barbers Near Me - Riverside, California

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We went in on a late Saturday morning for the first time. Walk ins and cash only. They have an ATM there too. I was looking for a local place for a haircut but kids friendly barber. I've never been a fan of the over priced kids places. We saw a few other pictures with kids and wanted to check it out. We went in thinking there was a wait but we were seated right away by ruby. She was so nice and worked really well with him. We will definitely be back! I loved that they had many chairs with barbers and a busy environment to distract him. They gave him a sucker on the way out too. read more

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Good, clean, and efficient Barber Shop. Gigi cut my hair and was very meticulous while double checking her work. A little off the top and a fade down the side; she did a great job. Plus the price is very reasonable for a hair cut. read more

Great vibe today. They were quick friendly and efficient. I left the some Sam's flyers too and they were very cool about supporting local businesses too. My son was in and out in 15 minutes. read more

Great shop, the crew is experienced and friendly and the atmosphere is relaxing. # 2 is in a convenient location just south of the 91 freeway, easy access read more

I don't have an issue with the barbershop but I have gotten two horrible haircuts and yesterday was the last straw for me. I asked for a half inch off and she cut probably 2 1/2 inches off my head and now I'm left with almost a buzz cut For my holiday vacation. Once had to go back and have one haircut fixed the next day after tipping $20 on a $20 haircut. Yesterday I left an $18 tip but got a terrible haircut for it. If you go there choose the young girl in the middle because she gives great haircuts. Sorry I don't know her name. The barbershop is clean, and the people are very friendly, but the problem is the haircuts are not up to par. read more

Carlos' barber shop is a super relaxed and affordable barbershop near the Woodcrest area of Riverside. It has slowly but surely become my absolute favorite barbershop in Riverside and I come here at least once a month for a haircut. Staff is friendly and the atmosphere is very welcoming. I never got that weird vibe that you get at some barbershops when your new. This spot is for sure family-friendly so you could bring in your kids for a haircut as well. There are usually a lot of barbers so the wait time isn't ever too bad, especially if you do not have a specific barber preference. I have had my haircut done by a few different barbers at this location and haven't ever had a haircut I wasn't satisfied with. I usually ask for either a high- or mid- fade with a natural part and everyone seems skilled enough to do a good fade. The price is fantastic and I will usually spend around $20-$24 for a haircut depending on the services requested excluding tip. For the quality I consistently get I think this is a great price. Lastly, I wanted to shout out Timothy the barber specifically as he has really gone above and beyond to give me the cut I want and really takes pride in his work. I have gone to much more expensive barbershops in the past and he for sure would give them a run for their money. I don't usually have a barber preference but I for sure ask for him when I see he's in the shop. read more

So... I have very long hair and I wanted it to be cleaned up around the ears right?.. Not in this barber shop. They cut all sides of my hair at least 1 and a half inches! They also cut the top of my hair very short, which I did not tell them to do. There was hair all over the floor and no one cleaned it up. Overall this place is absolutely terrible. read more

Awesome barber shop! We have been coming here for years. Lots of smiling faces and a great crew! Love the inside vibe.

I took my son to get hair hair cut and she did a great job. They were very friendly. We will definitely be back. read more

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As always, Star and Mario are very warm and welcoming. The one who trimmed my daughter's hair is okay, quiet as my daughter had said, she might have been really tired since it was almost closing time on Friday, 7/23/21, when we went. This place has been really good to my kids, whether it's the ladies or gentlemen. We really appreciate you guys ! Keep up the good work. Hang in there...covid shutdowns should be over soon. Thank you. read more

Roxanne was amazing!! Took my son for his 1st haircut she was so patient and his hair looks sooo good! Thank youu will definitely bring him back read more

Fri 6 /2 /2023 My gf pats my head like what a tragedy and says my poor baby. my hair looks like that Smith's song, "that joke isn't funny anymore", I'll be going back to wearing a hat because my head looks like it was prepared for an occipital surgery. it looks bad. is everyone there still in school training, I am truly unhappy. and now I have to wear this mess in shame because of peoples lack of experience or just not taking pride in their craft. read more

Very nice place. We were in and out in 15min. They know how to fade. A little more than what we usually pay at Greatclips but this shop they knows what they are doing. Loved the decore. Not very talkative some may or may hope for more welcoming barbers but they did what we asked for and made sure we were happy. read more

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RUINED MY HAIR! I never wrote a review before till now. I asked for a light trim and they cut all of my hair. I look like syd from Toy Story. read more

Ok this is exactly the way a barber shop should be run...great service, friendly atmosphere, personable barbers, talented and communicative, fast and a great price. Perfect experience today 10-out-of-10 all around. Very busy (and I can see why) but probably the best barber experience I have ever had. The Gentleman (Mario?) coordinating people at the front door (all while cutting a clients hair) was awesome getting people in quickly and efficiently and was super nice. Will 1000% be bac. Ok stopped in again today and was so fortunate to get Star...just an awesome place. So nice, great work, incredible service. Truly the best barber shop I have ever been to! Awesome awesome awesome! read more

Carlos Barber Shop 2 - Barbers Near Me - Riverside, California

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Always professional and attentive service! Old school barbershop- great to experience and get my business- weekly cut. read more

It is the WORST barber shop! They keep barbers with absolutely no experience. If you don't want to get a ruined hairstyle, avoid this barbershop!! read more

Absolutely amazing!! Curtis is by far the best barber I've had at any shop. The atmosphere is great and always a good cut! read more

I have been going to them for over 15 years.Great service. Always busy but wait times are minimal. Mario, Star and their team are the best.

Always busy in here but they're fast and proficient. You couldn't get a bad hair cut here even if you requested it! Mario the owner is a genuinely nice dude, and his staff has been with him for a long time. My buddy brought me here a while back and now I refuse to get my haircut anywhere else. There's a bunch of funny signs to read all throughout the shop. I don't get bored here even while I wait for my turn. read more

IF YOU WANT A AWFUL HAIRCUT, then this place is for you! The white "barbers" In front of the shop should not be allowed to cut hair. Asked this dude for a trim and he gave me a buzz cut like the military. He literally just went around my head with the clippers once. Didn't bother taking his time (since nobody was in his seat) and expected a tip! Plus nobody had masks on and this dude was coughing everywhere!! Don't recommend them but maybe the females. Good job ladies!! read more

Stopped by on Mother's Day - super glad they were open on this day. Probably like 10 guys waiting when my son got there, but the barbers were on it! Great cuts! Great service! Glad we found this place! Will definitely come back! read more

Been going here ever since I got out the army and I've stuck with em ever since, definitely a great barber shop to go to.

No one wearing a mask, my barber had his mask on when I sat down (I was wearing one) but the second he was 20% done he took it off because more customers came in not wearing masks (they were just sitting and talking with other workers). I felt dirty leaving the shop and I'm afraid I might get infected. Also, their prices are way to high for just a trim and the fact that it's cash only I had to withdraw money and accrue a 2 dollar atm fee. read more

one of the worst haircuts i've gotten, ruined lines on my head and the taper fade i expected to get wasn't even a fade. could've attempted this myself or had a 5 year old child do it maybe. would not recommend. or could've been the guy pablo i got a haircut from. i don't know. but there should be more professionalism in having a license and cutting hair.. read more

Just got home after getting my hair cut by the short girl near the register, it is one of the worse hairy cuts I've had. I'm probably going to shave my head just to fix it. read more

I have been coming here every few weeks for the past few months, and its pretty consistent. Pretty much always get to sit down right away and get to work. Pretty fair prices and a friendly staff, and you can tell they have a lot of regular customers. Only down side is they dont take credit card, but they have an ATM. read more

Carlos Barber Shop 2 - Front entrance - Barbers Near Me - Riverside, California

Lots of people there to cut your hair so you never wait long and no masks! And they know what they are doing. Nice decor as well.