This is one of the best barber shops I have ever been to, mostly because Julio is incredibly talented and gifted. He is also an amazing human being and I always look forward to seeing him. They also have amazing whiskeys and mezcals you can taste pre or post haircut, which never hurts. I highly recommend Counterbalance and Julio especially. read more

I been a customer since they opened (more then 8 years ago). Always amazing, great vibes, top notch quality. Recently I grew a beard and decided to change my barber from Piotr to Jack. They are both excellent and Jack is particularly good with beards. I'm getting a photoshoot soon and he make awesome job to get just the look I was getting after. Cannot recommend this place more highly. read more

I am so incredibly impressed with Counterbalance! I was visiting for a family emergency for a few weeks from the East Coast and desperately to do something to make myself feel more.. myself. On my way to pick up meds for my sister, I stopped in to see if someone at Counterbalance could clean up my undercut so I could at least feel good about how I look. They were SO helpful and squeezed me into their packed schedule. Jack was so kind and skillful and got me cleaned up and looking amazing! It totally turned around how I felt about the whole day. Even when pressed for time, Jack was careful and detail oriented, and made sure everything was exactly how I wanted. I highly recommend Counterbalance, and their new staff member, Jack! read more

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This place is great! Free alcohol also. Another barber butchered my skin fade but I went in and saw Jack and he fixed it no problem. He even opened early to squeeze me in despite them being mad busy. Laid back but professional. Ask for Jack! read more

Piotr is a pro and once again I walked out of his shop looking and feeling great. Thank you again Peter for being a bad ass at your work. Cheers!! - Gary read more

Very happy with the haircut and beard trim I got from Julio, and great conversation as always. See you soon! read more

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I was just strolling around Queen Anne, when I noticed this dope AF barbershop and remembered that I have a hot date coming up, so I desperately needed a neck trim. I popped my head and and loved the ambiance. I asked Peter, who is the MAN, if he had some time to fit me in. He didn't even hesitate to brush his chair off, dust off the barber cape, and welcome me to take a seat. He was very nice, we had a great quick convo, and before I knew it, he was finished. Was a perfect trim. I'd recommend Peter and Counterbalance to anyone living or visiting the area. Thanks again brotha! read more

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The owner reached out to me letting me know that they would like an opportunity to fix my hair. I was able to get in right away and they fixed my hair. Much happier now with the new haircut. read more

Today was my third time getting a haircut at Counterbalance and it was a great experience. I just looked via their online booking service and was able to schedule a haircut pretty quickly. When I arrived, I showed Piotr a photo of the haircut I wanted and he got to it. He is easy to talk to and the atmosphere is very laid back. It seemed like he took his time to make sure I had a high quality haircut and the outcome looked really good. I also appreciated the fact that he took the time to educate me on what kind of haircut he did and gave me tips on how I should style my hair to get my desired look. Overall, this is a quality barbershop with fair prices ($40 a haircut), and consistent customer service. I will definitely be returning back next time I need a haircut. read more

Went in for a 'trim', I wanted the sides and back cleaned up, going for a longer looking hairstyle. Julio said no problem with confidence, spun me around looking away from the mirror! (should of known then) Proceeded to have good conversation, mentioned how he 'wouldn't cut his girls hair during the pandemic because he only cuts hair short'! (Again, I should have known). Well when it he was all said and done, Julio gave me the haircut he wanted to give, not what I asked for. It's not that he did a 'bad job', he just gave me the cut he wanted to give. Completely messed up my look. Here almost a month later and I am still kicking myself for getting that haircut. Remember to listen to your customers! read more

Great shop with a real neighborhood-shop vibe. I'm happy I stopped in. Everything was efficient and professional. Julio gave me the exact skin fade I asked for. read more

Jay did a great job cutting my hair and was a pleasure to chat with. Also, during the haircut, he was careful to move my mask as little as possible and only when necessary. I was completely satisfied with the end result. I appreciated that Counterbalance provided hand sanitizer and that all the barbers and customers were wearing masks -- this certainly made me more comfortable getting my hair cut there. At $40 for a haircut ($50 as of August, I believe), it's definitely a little pricey for me. However, given the great service and convenient location, I'm fine paying a premium. read more

If you want a real barber shop that combines A+ talent with A+ efficiency then this your spot. Jay has been cutting my hair for the past two years and nails it every time. His attention to detail and working my suggestions into actual results show in the quality of cut he gives me. I guarantee you won't be disappointed coming here so ditch your old barber and come to the real deal. Be sure to ask for Jay! read more

I love this place. You get a great haircut, and equally great conversation and stories from the barbers. The owner is a great dude, and he's always got a positive attitude. The design of the shop is hip, with sort of a retro chic vibe. 5 stars! read more

Got a beard trim and it was fucking fantastic! This is by far the best barbershop in Seattle, Washington.

Cool place and I was very happy with my hair cut by Austin. He was a friendly guy, easy to chat with, who asked the right questions to ensure I would be happy with the end result, and I was! When I'm in town again I would definitely return. Cheers! read more

I was hanging out with a buddy of mine, and he had a real nice cut. I asked where he went and he told me went to Counterbalance. After only my first time of going, I loved my hair cut so much, I told myself I guess I found my barber! Its a really lowkey place with a good bunch of dudes who know how to cut hair really well. 10/10 would recommend. read more

I went there for a buzz cut and beard trim for my wedding. I was really disappointed as the job was half done (actually, I was really pissed off). I went back home and had to redo everything myself: the beard was not cut evenly; they also missed some spots for the hair (and it's a buzz cut...). I leave 2 stars inseat of one as my wife said that the back trim was nicely done. But for ~$65 and about 20 minutes of work, I will continue doing it myself... read more

Quick, professional, and friendly. A nice barbershop in upper Queen Anne this is my new go to.

This shop has remained open during covid which I greatly appreciate. I've gotten my hair cut three times here and every time feel very safe as they are clean. Their cuts are very good as well and I will keep coming back for sure. read more

Been coming here for the past 4 years. Always a fantastic haircut from Piotr and the customer service is great. They also have a super easy to use online booking system which I'm really happy they have. Best part is they are dog friendly and let me bring my dog in whenever I get my haircut. Would highly recommend this place to others! read more

This place is on point with experienced barbers and cool atmosphere, this is definitely a place where I will cut my hair from now on. Don't waste time anymore looking for a barber, come here and enjoy the experience, just make sure every 3 weeks or so you leave me an open slot for a cut. Thanks! read more

This review is long overdue. My boyfriend has been going to Julio for years. I finally took my little brother here and he transformed his hair! He was really detail oriented and did such a great job! Great positive vibe from this place for sure! read more

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Tried a few places when I moved to the area and couldn't seem to find anywhere I could get a solid haircut. FINALLY found Counterbalance back in February and have been coming back ever since. Austin does an awesome job but everyone in the shop is really cool and you can tell does really good work. read more

This is the top place to get your haircut in Seattle! I looked all around for a barber who could cut a clean skin fade and Jay is the guy. Can't recommend him and this place highly enough! read more

Called in and was happy they took a walk in. I needed a haircut for a new job that I was starting and some of the other "hip" spots were so over booked. Julio took care of me (he was the only one there) and was a pleasure to talk to. Asked me what I wanted and went straight to work. He made some suggestions and I went with them. Only thing that bugged me was he never really turned the chair so I could see my hair during the cut, but I know why. Because he knew exactly what he was doing! Maybe I was just having some paranoia from other barbers hacking my hair. My haircut is seriously the best cut I've ever had. Very, very, very satisfied. I will be getting this same cut over and over from this man. Thank you very much for adding to the confidence I will need for my new job. What you get: Good music Beer Welcoming attitude Good cut Straight razor edging Some barber powdering Overall very satisfied read more

Went on a recommendation from a friend and it was well worth it. Jay did a great job. Got a nice clean cut and I'll definitely be going back from here on out. read more

What you get: - A haircut for $23 (or $24?) - Friendly conversation (or not) with someone who's local to the neighborhood. - Close access to dogs. (not great for those with allergies) - Small wait as I've only seen 1 person working at a time. - Old fashioned barber chairs. What you don't get: - Rinse / Shampoo, so you'll have small bits of hair left over when you're done. - Cash only, so you don't get to use your credit card. Thankfully there is a Chase right across the street. read more

Piotr and Julio are both exceptional barbers. I used to go to Acme Barbershop to have Piotr trim my hair and beard and followed him to his own shop in Queen Anne. I've also had Julio cut my hair once or twice before they got the shop and I was also completely satisfied with my cut. The shop is very clean and contemporary and has a fridge full of beer and a few bar tables for waiting patrons which feels much less awkward than the customary chairs lined up when you wait your turn in the barber's chair. Piotr is very easy going and the he seems to be genuinely interested in what you have to say and the conversation never feels forced. The quality of the haircuts is also top notch. Being a bald guy I've felt a little blown off going into other shops to just get a buzzcut or neck clean-up, but Piotr has never treated me any different than any of his hairier customers. I highly recommend Piotr and Julio's shop and will definitely continue to visit! read more

Great quality haircut from someone who is clearly dedicated and knowledgeable on mens haircuts. Fun environment, personable barber and easy to schedule appointments. All in all a quality experience. read more

This place is great. Peter and Julio do a good job of creating a fun environment where you feel more like a friend than customer. Peter is my barber and the guy is good at his job. He's done a great job reinventing the image for Counterbalance. I've sent a long time searching for a barber I like in town and glad I wandered into this barbershop. read more

Unprofessional and unsanitary. I booked an appointment for 5:30 on a Sunday. When I arrived on time, Julio was still working on the guy before me. He didn't apologize for being behind and didn't tell me how long it would be. 20 minutes later he's still cutting the guy's hair. He didn't even acknowledge that I was waiting. No apology. No estimate. So I got up and left. What's the point of making an appointment? This place is also really dirty. Apparently they don't bother to vacuum because there is hair everywhere, even far from the barber chairs. With so many barber shops in Seattle, Julio needs to get his act together. read more

Can't believe it took me two years to find this shop! Hands down the best barber shop in Seattle. The location is easy (compared to downtown) and the prices are very reasonable for such a good cut. I normally go to Piotr but just saw Jay and he is great as well. Keep up the good work, guys! read more

I had my hair cut @ CounterBalance by Piotr a couple of weeks ago. I was pretty explicit in advance about not wanting it short, just a bit taken off. Piotr proceeded to use clippers to cut it much shorter than i wanted and just kinda did what he thought best rather than what i requested. He used the clippers to do most of the haircut, and said that the barbers there used clippers 'just to be efficient'. Efficient thought it may have been ... haircut was just meh - again, shorter than i wanted and a bit asymmetric. I'd say these guys are good barbers, if you want a very simple haircut quickly, but if you want a more nuanced haircut, or to have them do what you prefer, i'd try elsewhere for sure. read more

I have been coming here to get my haircut for the past five years -- ever since I moved to Seattle. Christine (every regular knows her well and she knows every customer's name) is a fantastic hair cutter. And for $20 how could you argue? 10x better than anything else that you would find for anywhere near that price and she is super nice. if you live in Queen Anne and looking for a good cut, it is a no-brainer. read more

I don't know how this place isn't booked solid around the clock. Jerardo is a great conversationalist, and an even better barber. The atmosphere is second to none, and Piotr, the owner, seemed to personally know everyone that came in right away. It's clear that this is a place that, even in a busy city like Seattle, puts their client at the forefront of what they do. If you're new to the city and looking for a new barber, this is the one! Thanks guys! read more

I liked the atmosphere, dogs, and location, but unfortunately, Christine cut my ear with the buzzer. I was a little surprised there was no offer of a discount on the haircut. I assumed shed stopped the bleeding by the time I left, but when I got back to my car my ear was still dripping blood. Accidents happen, but I don't think this was handled well. read more

Best barbershop in Seattle, hands down. Piotr and the team are always extremely friendly, professional and not to mention give great cuts! Can't recommend enough read more

Christine is awesome. I'm new to town and she gave me lots of great tips on farmers markets and such, and she's just really friendly and fun in general. Perfect haircut too!! It helps if you love dogs (which I do) but she has big comfy crates for them to go into when it gets busy, and they happily went in at one point and took naps. Thanks Christine, I'll definitely be back! read more

I stopped in on Superbowl Sunday for a beard trim. I'm from Oakland, and just needed my somewhat voluminous chinbeard cleaned up while in Seattle for a few days. Piotr was nothing short of excellent. Friendly, engaging, genuine, and very skilled with the scissors and clippers, just as a barber should be. What else? He knows bikes and the Seattle motorbike scene. As a motorbike guy myself, I appreciate that--it's downright wonderful to discuss 2 vs. 4 valve Ducatis and other moto-nerdery while getting a trim. read more