Esquire is a barber shop in Bixby Knolls, one of the nicer parts of Long Beach, tucked in and hidden along Atlantic avenue and surrounding businesses. I walked in and inquired on the wait time for one cut and I was told there was no wait. I informed the gentlemen that answered me that I would be coming back in about an hour and he said that wouldn't be a problem. When I returned with my brother, the same man sprung out of his seat to assist us. He took his time, so careful and detail oriented. You could tell he knew what he was doing and that there was passion involved. He was great, finished promptly and made sure we were content with the final result. He really did do a good job, practically transformed the nest sitting atop my brother's head. The atmosphere is very clean and modern, nothing like the shops where you pay $7 and have to wait on an old couch that reeks of cigarette with the springs piercing through the seat poking at your buttcheek as you patiently await your turn. Here they have a really nice, sleek, catalog couch that smells lovely and has springs in tact. The bill was $20 even and with $10 tip, $30 isn't bad for a haircut. Check them out, you may have a new favorite barber shop. Your butt will thank you. read more

I'm new to the bixby knolls area. I walked into the shop today and I'm lucky I made it out with whatever hair I had left. A gentleman with a bald head and tattoos cut my hair. He used one pair of clippers no guard to blend and had me looking chopped and stressed out. I'm glad I walked out and went to the barbershop 2 doors down. DO NOT COME HERE. I do not recommend especially when they were asking me to still pay for a bad job. Ridiculous. read more

Just walked in the door to get information. There was one barber cutting one guy's hair. I start asking questions to get a read on the shop bc I've never been there and the barber was so incredibly rude. Looked like he couldn't be more bothered to have a conversation with me. Looked at me like he hated me and that I was stupid. I assume he looks at people he doesn't know like that all the time. I'm getting married this weekend and my long term barber cancelled. I'm simply looking for help. He barely said a word to me then put the fakest smile on his face and told me to call the number for an appointment, which I'm aware of. But if you read reviews it looks like some people have been able to walk in the door. I was just trying to get information. I'm used to getting the GEN Z stare from well... Gen Z. Not old men. Customer service isn't hard at all. I just don't understand people like this. Obviously I won't be calling this place ever. Happened on 8/25/25 around 1:45PM. The place next door has better reviews, they were just closed. I'd suggest going there first and maybe they'll talk to you more like an adult when you want information. I spend $180 for a haircut/shave once per month. Was hoping to find someplace cheaper and leave a nice tip bc when you find someone you like, you hold onto them. All I can do is leave this review move on read more

Gives the very best haircuts. I go here everytime i need a cut. Friendly, good background music.

Been coming here since 2014. Leo and Louie have taken care of me for 10 years. They can style all hair styles.

Very disappointed in my cut. The manager did not listen to what I wanted and decided to cut a lot shorter and responded with "It looks better this way!" Completely disregarding that I did not want to be nearly bald. I wanted to donate my hair in the near future and only wanted a clean up off the back and neck. I am still in shock! Currently living under a hat for the next several weeks. read more

I've been going to this shop for about two years now. Everytime I go in Leo and Louie always treat me well. You know you're gonna leave looking great by the amount of care and precision that they put into their work. I feel like I'm getting a bargain everytime too. A haircut only costs me around 25 bucks but I always leave feelin like a million. I'd highly recommend this shop to anyone looking for a good barber with expertise. Thanks again guys! read more

SEE PICTURES!!! DO NOT GO HERE!! I LOADED THE PICTURES TO THE YELP BUISNESS PHOTOS. BE WARNED!!! I am attending a wedding this weekend so i go in for a cut. I have been here for all of my prior haircuts about 6 times before. I trusted them. The asian guy who to the best of my knowledge owns the place butchered my hair! I walked in and it was if he was eating lunch it seemed like. Which is fine. Keep eating your lunch, or make me wait, or ask the other dude (latin looking dude real cool cut my hair before does a good job) cut my hair. Instead he says "wait 5 min," ok i said. So he comes out in less than 5 min and proceeds to butcher my hair. Now there is one of two reasons why he butchered my hair. 1) he was upset because i cut his lunch short. 2) he was drunk. I have seen him drinking before. My brother also worked next door and would see him killing Hennessy in the back. This is like the 6th time i have been to this place. Twice has the guy in the first chair cut my hair. And the rest with the asian guy. He really cuts hair good and takes his time. On this particular day like i have stated earlier with the reasons, is why I will never go back. I probably will end up cutting my hair really short so it can semi blend but the smallest clip he cut with is so high i may have to go bald. NEVER EVER IN MY LIFE HAD A LINE UP ON MY HAIRLINE... WHY THE F WOULD YOU DO THAT? TO COVER UP?! TERRIBLE. And to think i never tipped less than $4 dollars usually $5. IF YOU LIKE TO GAMBLE THEN BE MY GUEST. Good luck!! read more

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Poor communication and very unprofessional. This shop is clean, but the barbers are barely above a SUPERCUTS or Sport Clips and seem to struggle with even a basic fade. Appointment system is joke. Walked in (Shop was empty) and was given a 4pm appointment time. Fine. Walked around a bit, came back at 4pm just as another person sat in the chair. The barber responded "Oh you'll be next." Lol wut? Why give me an appointment time at 4pm if you had someone else waiting? The barber responded "He has a 4pm appointment from yesterday." ....... Avoid this place. There are so many better shops in LB. read more

Louie gives a good cut, and is a chill guy. They need to cut the jackass punk who sits there mumbling about how messed up he got last night, or how tough he is...to the point of trying to pick a fight with customers as they leave. Not a very sound business model, if you ask me...and will give me second thoughts on returning again. Again, you're good with Louie or Lou...avoid the younger, less skilled, more vulgar dude...unless you want your hair cut by a jackhole, who's most likely higher than a kite while operating sharp instruments near your dome. read more

These guys are great. The "Full service" phrase definitely fits this place. The shop has always been well-cared for but with Covid-19, you can see the 'extra mile' they're going to for their clients. Thanks, Louie!! Excellent addition to the Bixby Knolls neighborhood! read more

Wow!! Can't say enough about Louie at Esquire. Our family adores him. My husband had been getting his haircut by him for over 5 years now and both my boys hair since they were 3 months old. He's always on time, so good with kids and gives the best fades!!! So sad that we are moving out of state and won't have him anymore . read more

Esquire Men's Grooming - Louie has been cutting my boys hair since they were both 3 months old! - Barbers Near Me - Long Beach, California

Louie is a great guy who does excellent work. He's also been very responsible about COVID and following the changing rules in Long Beach.

Have never got a bad cut from here! This time Bryan took care of me and my cut came out clean! I have not found another barber that can do what they do. I come all the way from the SFV for a cut from these guys! read more

Esquire Men's Grooming - Barbers Near Me - Long Beach, California

It's the best affordable men's haircut, done well, and local to me. I'm always satisfied with the way my hair styles after a haircut. Place looks cool inside, too. Leo is my go-to guy. read more

I've been coming here for a few years now. They are both great barbers, but I've mostly gotten hair cuts from Leo. They are always polite and friendly. Best if you call in for an appointment. read more

Walked in to get a cut and was turned away even though they say walk-ins are welcome. Wow will never come to do business here, I find that to be unacceptable especially if someone wants to do business with your company. Was still parked and just watched another person get turned away. read more

This place is rocking amazing it's in the Bixby Knolls in Long Beach I got a hair cut a few months back and Leo did a great job I'm getting a hair cut again he has cut my hair 2 times and I'm definitely coming for a 3rd you guys do a great job Thank you! 5 stars read more

Hey Leo, My first time to Esquire today, you did a Great Job! I'm the guy who has not gotten a regular haircut for two years, I just kept buzzing it was clippers. Your attention to detail is Appreciated. I like which you did to the back of my head. So I'll see you again in September. read more

I went to visit my cousin in long beach, and I wanted to take him out for a hair cut, so I searched on yelp for a good barber shop near his home, hair is very important and its hard to trust ppl. But since the place already had a 5/5 star rating, we decided to give this place a try. Leo the barber did a perfect job on my cousins hair! He was very satisfied with the cut that he said he will be back again here next time he needs a hair cut. The service is great, fast, and friendly! I'll be recommending this place and leo to all my friends and family!! Thanks guys!! :) read more

Called to make an appointment and they were short and rude about trying to get a cut. Was going to be my first time--now I'll never check it out. TRASH. read more

My son had a great time here, he had gotten a comb over. The barber did a great job, he took his time and made sure my son was comfortable. He interacted with my son. Made him smile and laugh. They had oldies but goodies soul music, great atmosphere. Very clean and well maintain ! We'll be back ! Thank you for such an awesome experience ! Sorry I forgot your name , but my son was seated at the last chair, by the back door. read more

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I've been looking for an actual barbershop in the area, and I'm glad I've found Esquire. They specialize in men's haircuts and do a great job every time. I had my haircut from both Louie and Leo and they're both great guys. You don't feel like another customer on the list, they take their time and make sure your cut is perfect and the way you want it. Louie does the straight razor cut and it looks fresh. read more

I have been coming here since the week they first opened and, to be quite honest, this positive review is long over due. I guess I have been apprehensive because I am always able to get a great haircut at a fair price within an hour of my phone call, and I didn't want the secret out there! They're the best. Louie and Leo are excellent. Louie's blessed with the gift of gab and can give you a great cut or fade every time. Leo is precise and efficient, getting it done the right way... always. Keep up the good work, fellas. And to those who are looking for a great cut in Bixby Knolls: forget A-1, forget Supercuts or whatever, and cruise into Esquire. read more

Who knew this would be an awesome place to take a toddler in his terrible twos! Leo was amazing! My son always cried during his haircuts and with Leo, no tears shed!!! He cut my two year old son's hair exactly like I had asked for and made my son laugh and smile often! Definitely will be coming back here to get his haircuts again! Thanks Leo! read more

Esquire Men's Grooming - Leo giving my son an awesome haircut! - Barbers Near Me - Long Beach, California

Came in about noon with one other guy ahead of me and one fella in the chair. So i figured I'd wait it out. Another barber was in the back kept walking in the room and walking back into a back room. He finally came in the room and he let some folks in the back door right into a awaiting chair not apologizing for any of the other 3 people who had been waiting for almost an hour. Obviously it was either a friend or family member so I this takes priority over waiting customers. This place is not what I would call a traditional mens barber, I felt like it was rushed when I did get into the chair and there was no straight razor involved with anything, no hot towels, nada... read more

This place is a throwback to the days of a tight fade, friendly service and great conversation. Leo and Louie are the best. Check it out!

I've been there a few times getting my hair cut by Leo. Nice guy! Listens to my needs and gets to work. Good price, good cut. Good experience. I am a customer and so is my son. read more

Thank you Leo. This is the place where my son will only go to to get his haircut. He even passed on Dapper Dan's Hair Cuts in Disneyland Paris. Thank you for the great service. read more

We have had decent service, however about two months ago we showed up for our scheduled appointment and the "closed" sign was up. It was 3:30pm on a weekday. The place reeked of marijuana. My son did get his hair cut that day, but we had clearly interrupted their "break." Today my son had an appointment at 4:30pm. We show up and the "closed" sign was up again. I texted the barber to let him know we were there and no response. I called the shop's number and was told that they were having a "meeting" and that there was no one available to cut my son's hair. The smell of marijuana was seeping out through the door. This is very unprofessional and whoever I spoke with was pretty unapologetic and basically said I needed to work it out with the barber. We won't be going back and sad that we have to stop supporting a neighborhood business due to unprofessionalism and lack of customer service. read more

Best and only barbershop in Bixby Knolls. Make an appointment with either Louie or Leo. Louie The Clipper accepts credit cards via Square. Free parking available in the area. Haircut is $20. read more

I came in with medium-long curly hair and asked for it to be a bit shorter but keeping the same shape. The first thing he did was buzz off the entire side so before I could stop him I was stuck getting a military haircut. read more

Whether it's Louie or Leo that cuts my hair, I've always left with an awesome haircut. They pay attention to detail & always take their time, making sure to not just chop you up and pump you out after like 10 minutes. These guys really know what they're doing and also do a great job to make customers feel at home the second they walk in. All in all I'm happy coming to Esquire Barbershop & would definitely recommend this place! read more

$20 for a haircut by an experienced barber is great! Been coming here for 3 years now Leo always takes great care. Sometime hard understanding him but he is an amazing barber, thanks for the awesome cut again! read more

Louie The Clipper did a fantastic job knows how to keep a conversation going definitely coming back!! read more

Esquire Men's Grooming - comb over fade - Barbers Near Me - Long Beach, California

I rarely write reviews and when I do, it's for either a very positive experience or a very bad experience. In this case its a bad one. I just wasted 32 mins of my time waiting for a haircut and never happened. There were 3 barbers when i came in, and one customer who was ahead of me. I assumed I would be next. While waiting, none of the employees acknowledged me nor informed me about the wait. I figure I would wait and just assume my turn would be after the kid in front of me. One of the 3 barbers finished up with a customer and cleans up then takes off - I figure he's off his shift. No worries, I figure there are 2 barbers left and I would be next. As the 2 barbers are working on the customers another customer walks in ahead of me. Shortly after, one of the two barbers finishes up but immediately takes in the customer who came in after me. Again no word was said to me until i made an obvious but subtle facial gesture. The other barber finally then explained that he had an appointment. Ok, cool- so i waited again. Finally, 1 of the two barbers left finished up and the customer paid and left. At that point, I thought I finally might get a haircut. But no, this barber just starts working and writing on the books/receipts for at least 6 mins without saying a word to me until I finally just had enough and walk out. Again, not a word said to me as I walk out I'm a super chill dude and have a lot of patience, but this was just ridiculous. I would have given 1 star, however I gave 2 because I've been here last year and was given ok service. Never returning here after this terrible experience. So I'm writing this as I'm getting a mediocre haircut across the street at supercuts- though supercut's customer service is outstanding compared to this place. What a shame. Edit: i wanted to give one star after reading other reviewers with negative experiences read more

Great service. Great people. Great barbers. I don't know about you but when I'm looking for a good barber I look for sanitation, service, and quality cuts with competitive pricing. When you walk in you are instantly greeted. They build good rapport with their customers, get to know you. The setup is nice and open, not cluttered, and the barbers are professional and diverse stylist. I personally go to Leo but Louie is really good. read more

Awesome group of real down to earth people.that will great you with a smile and do the best cuts my boy is 4yrs old and likes comming here!!! read more

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I've been coming here for a little over a year now and Louie has cut my hair each time. I won't be going anywhere else because his customer service is great. He instantly makes you feel welcome and will carry on a conversation the entire time. I recommend calling in to check his availability, because like anyone who's great at what they do, they will be in high demand. Bring cash because they don't accept credit cards. The person complaining about this below obviously doesn't own a business and doesn't know how the credit card companies work. Sometimes it's easier for a small business like barber shops or tattoo shops (my profession) to be cash only. So check this place out, you won't be disappointed! read more

SECOND AND LAST TIME! I wen there once to try it out and there this girl that cut my hair was AMAZING ! I did not see her there this Saturday how ever I got my beard shaved, for a company Christmas party and they literally f-me up badly with a neck bleeding and a scratched neck ! I look horrible !! Thanks intensive cuts for leaving me all cut up for some Christmas company pictures!! Don't go here they will f-you up too !! read more