Central Barber Shop is located at 88 Center Street next to the bank, across from the walls of the…read morecemetery and less than 2 blocks from Colony Road. You have there free parking in front and in the back of the salon which is so convenient when it is snowing or raining. I'm giving you all this data because there are 3 barber shops in this 2-block area and I want you to get to the Best Barber Shop in Wallingford whether you are awake or walking in your sleep. You will have committed a grave error if you enter the wrong salon. There, as in Z's butcher shop in Hartford, where he is afraid to get his own hair cut by his fellow employees, you will not get your hair cut, rather you shall be fleeced like a helpless ewe and regret it for a whole month until your hair grows back and you finally go to Central Barbershop for damage control. Do you know what you really get at Central? You get an European stylish haircut tailored to your preferences. My barber there, who is the owner, immigrated from central Europe. He will start cutting your hair until you tell him, in simple terms, how you wanted cut. I used the same answer I used when I was stationed in Thailand and in Japan: "After I leave your barbershop, i want people to think that my haircut was done two weeks ago!" My barber in Wallingford, CT., responded, "Gotcha!..." Now, do you want to accept my 5-star recommendation along with all the other 5-stars from so many satisfied customers who feel as I do and GO to Central Barbershop, or take Mr. Z.'s envious, trumpian opinion of one barber who doesn't trust his co-workers to give him an acceptable cut, and based on that, you go somewhere else to be fleeced? Remember what Forester Gump used to say, "STUPID as STUPID does! Silverio (SAM) B. {Yelp said that "this review is looking pretty epic! Nice! }

My dad goes often and always receives a terrific cut. The…read morebarber is so welcoming and makes my dad feel very comfortable.

Friendly folks, nice haircuts, reasonably priced, clean shop, convenient location. Not much else to…read morebe looking for.

Excellent barber, friendly, as the sign says. Quality is at the top of the list and it is always…read moregreat to chew the fat with Kareem.

First of all this place is awesome and second the receptionist remembered my name after one time of…read more meeting me, I thought that was great. My baber Alaina was awesome. She styled my hair exactly how i wanted it , she was supper great couldn't ask for more. Loved her energy and I had a really nice conversation with her. She even reminded me of the green she hulk. Overall this place hands down, one of the coolest and best cut experiences I have had in a long time and I will be returning for more cuts.

Always very easy to schedule appointments. Very professional and friendly staff. Best haircuts in…read moretown

I have been getting my hair cut by Dino for years. He is amazing! Not only does he do a great job,…read morebut he is professional and treats everyone with respect. He takes his time to make sure you are happy with your haircut and always goes the extra mile for each and every customer. It does not matter if you are a regular or a first timer!! I have seen him cut peoples hair of all ages. From the youngest child to the oldest adult, Dino is patient, kind, and a master of his trade. This is the place!!!

Always on time. Professional, and good prices. Chris is amazing. Never had a bad haircut from Chrisread more

I wanted a haircut for an upcoming trip and wasn't due at my regular salon for another almost four…read moreweeks. I liked that this place allows you to book online, HOWEVER, that's only available during their open hours, so I had to wait until the following morning to see if they even had anything available. No prices are posted anywhere on the site and I didn't notice any when I went inside. I just like to know what to expect. I chose a 1:00pm slot and was taken right away. They had almost every slot available, which was convenient for me. There were a few men in and out getting cuts and I overheard them getting charged $24.95 for their cuts, so I figured I'd get charged something similar, possibly a little more. The price was $39.95, which I thought was a little expensive, considering it was only a wash (just shampoo, no conditioner) and cut (no product). No blow-dry. go to a nice salon, and the whole works is just slightly more than this. The staff was okay. Two people. The woman who cut my hair wasn't really friendly. It's not really a requirement, but I don't like to feel like I'm "bothering" someone at their job? Did I interrupt your break? I personally wouldn't return. This was an emergency where I needed a cut that specific day, and this was my only option as far as salons with openings that day. I learned my lesson and will plan ahead!

Got a wash, blowdry, and styling here for an event because it was the only place I could get in on…read morea Sunday morning. Absolutely hated it. I can't even say you get what you pay for because it was $59 before tip, which is more than I pay at an actual blowout bar I normally go to. I still tipped $10 even though I wasn't happy with it. I had a female start my wash and then I got passed off to David, who I showed a photo of a blowout to and just said I wanted volume, and he said "yes of course we can do that." He didn't even do the front of my hair so I left with straight wet strands in the front. He kept dropping stuff and burning my scalp with the blow dryer. I didn't say anything at the time because they had customers after me and I was in a time crunch. When I looked at it at home, my mom asked what I even got done. My hair looked no different than when I air dry it. I used my Shark blow dryer to fix it myself after and even that came out better.

My original review from a few months ago isn't showing up, so let me try again…read more Got a great cut from Cat at Cornerstone Barbershop the other day. No appointment, I just happened to be in the area. Dino and Cat were very welcoming when I walked in, they told me to help myself to a beverage up front. They also have one of those mini NES systems hooked up, so that was a nice time killer while the family in front of me finished up. Very pleased with the haircut and I felt a little pampered by the attention to detail, aftershave, and general welcoming atmosphere. And it was only $15, definitely can't beat that! I live in Hamden but I will probably make the trip for this place because it was so good. Definitely skip the chain haircutter and give this place a shot if you're in the area.

This isn't just a good place, it's great. It's an unassuming old fashioned barbershop with no fancy…read moredecor. They don't serve you coffee and you won't get a massage. What you will get is a GREAT haircut at a low price from a GREAT barber. It's easy to get an appointment or you can just walk in. John and Dino are caring, charming young men who know how to cut hair. They will accommodate any style. I travel from my home in upstate New York to Connecticut on a regular basis and I'm thrilled to have discovered Cornerstone. I always enjoy the conversation too, but bring your own coffee.

It's hard to believe places like this still exist. Old school barber chairs, great vibe, personable…read moreemployees and an owner who cares. The place is very clean and comfortable. I walked in without an appointment on a Saturday close to closing. It was jamming. I expected dirty looks and to be turned away. Nope! I was welcomed and told it would be a little while but they'd get me in. Boom they did. Owner himself took care of me. Nice haircut, trim, clean up. I will definitely be back!

This people is horrible people don't respect their clients math didn't get my hair cut cause i…read moreasked him why he makes me wait for 45 minutes and he asked me to leave and then Chris the owner said he didn't feel comfortable to cut my hair and he will do that and all the people in the store said that's wrong!! I really don't recommend this store

I have been going to Maria for years, and always satisfied with my haircut. She offers a great…read morefashion barber shop feel.

From the owner: Classic men's, women's and childrens cuts.$30.00. Old school shop. 6th generation barber licensed…read moreover 30 years. Cheshire family owned and operated. Opened in 1951. Mazzacanes have lived in and served Cheshire for over 72 years.

Deirdre gave me a great haircut, exactly what I had asked for (which isn't always the case with…read morestylists). She's professional, pleasant and the salon is spacious, clean and a convenient location. I'd recommend Deirdre and A Perfect Cut!

From the owner: Men women and kids cuts at affordable prices read more