Great haircut, Eddie is super caring and will always get you right, no other better place to go.

Richie is one of the nicest and most welcoming people Ive met since moving to Boston. he is so friendly, his prices are the best around and the selection of items in the store is unreal! any smoke-related items - he's got it! along with costumes and knickknacks. Honestly the best shop in Boston with a legend running the place! read more

His name is Ritchie FYI. I've been going here for years. In and out in about 15 min w a decent cut and decent conversation! He works long hours. If he's sleeping in the chair... don't pound on the window! He hates that!! read more

Yeah, not so much. I've been here twice. The first time I got a good cut, but the second time was less than impressive. I forget the name of the guy who cut my hair the first time, but my second visit was with Eddie. I walked in and asked about getting a cut. Eddie somewhat acknowledged my presence, but spent a couple extra minutes reclined and on his laptop before he actually engaged me. So I just stood there waiting. Should have left at that point. Since barbers have the tendency to interpret my instructions "short on the side, long on the top to leave the curl" as "short blah blah blah short short" I saved a couple pictures of myself with the cut I want. Fail safe, right? Not a chance. And Eddie gave me a little bit of attitude about the picture. Save it, Eddie. Instead of focusing on my cut he focused on whether I could help him advertise at BU. Then he chopped off an inch from my side burns with uneven lob-sided results. Great. Yeah, really want to help you with that advertisement goal now. "How does it look?" he asked. "It's shorter than I wanted on the top." "Well, I can't do anything about that." Oh, you can't make my hair grow back? Thanks, got it. I was answering the question you asked me. Did you not like the answer? Look, Eddie isn't a bad guy. He just decided not to listen to me, and he decided to treat me like I wasn't important. If you want less hair when you leave than when you go in, then this place does the trick. Beyond that there's some room for growth read more

Eddie's is... fast... It's also a great place to get a coiffure if your needs are simple - id est, you can describe your request in numbers or in one sentence or less... polite folk who take pride in what they do and who they are... Boggle at the surprising array of postiche wigs and paper-thin costumes before stepping back onto the regrettable Harvard Ave... read more

Definitely my go to after Lessard's. The guys that work here are really laid back and it's a very relaxed environment. They'll chat you up and crack jokes the whole time. Really solid dudes giving great cuts at a decent price. read more

Fast Eddie Lives Up to His Name It's been tough finding a trustworthy barber in Boston, especially when you don't get your hair cut that often. After too many times at SuperCuts, I decided to try a new spot. Stopped in here for the first time a few weeks ago. Usually it's a toss up to see if a barber can cut longer hair. Fast Eddie did not disappoint. I walked out of there looking like a perfectly coiffed JFK. Not bad for $18+. read more

Eddie is the man! One of the best cuts I have received in this city! Asked me when the last time I had a haircut was to gauge the amount he needed to cut off, and asked me throughout the haircut if I was satisfied with the length and evenness of the hair. Overall, very flexible and listened well for a reasonable price of $18! read more

I've been goin to richie for a cut since I've moved to Allston. Dude knows what he's doin' and is good conpany while he cuts your hair. 5 stars read more

Been getting my hair cut here for years. Solid business and solid guys. If u don't like he cut, they will make it right. Even if it's not the same day. read more

The cut at Fast Eddies was fast, but the cut came out great! It was such a good expirence. I was getting my cut at other barbers in the area, who just couldnt get a simple crew cut right. I recommend this place highly. read more

It threw me off to walk into a half costume shop, half barber shop. However, the guy who did my cut was awesome. He's been cutting hair for 18 years and the shop has been there for 75. He was friendly, listened to my request, and did a great job for a decent price. read more

I would rather go to this shop rather than any chain barber shop but it still misses the mark in a few ways. I do like that it's a bit funky and unique, with the wigs, costumes, and pipes. But the actual haircut itself is hit or miss. Nothing terrible ever, just not the most thorough job - but hey, it's a low price! read more

Best barber shop i have found in the area thus far. Just like my hometown barber, and much better than the local foreign places to get hair cuts read more

Went here for the first time today, and I'll definitely be back. It was a little crowded with all the halloween stuff (he said he moves it out to the barbershop area since it's prime time for costumes right now, but I got a great cut fast without a lot of fuss and cheap. Couldn't ask for more. read more

I don't get my hair cut here, but it's a very friendly, down-to-earth business. I did buy a Halloween mask and it was probably the best costume I ever wore. Highly recommended. read more

Solid work. Wasn't too fast, but I didn't need to give a ton of instruction to get the haircut I liked. Friendly and easy to talk to. First time someone different than my normal barber back in VA has cut my hair in almost fifteen years. I was nervous but ended up pleased. I will definitely be coming back when the time comes. read more

If you're a dude and you need to get that shaggy mop cleaned up correct then Fast Eddies is the spot. Great place, great dudes, reasonable price. read more

This is by far the worst haircut I've ever gotten. I asked Eddie for a trim on top, he clipped off most of what was up there. The job was sloppy, uneven, and looked worse once it grew in. Paid way too much to get such a bad haircut. Guy just wanted to get me out of there, had no regard for the fact that I was a paying customer. Won't be going back here. read more

I knew this would be my place for a regular buzz within the first three seconds of setting foot in the door. I walked in, and laughed to myself, the rear of the shop is dominated by costumes, the like that pop up in seasonal shops around Halloween's coming, while the front is occupied by a pair of good natured middle aged men. Moments later I was seated, engaged in good conversation and getting a good buzz for not too much out of my wallet. I'll be returning. read more

On the plus side: the end result was good and the price is pretty normal ($16). On the con side: it was a very hurried hair cut, with minimal attention to the details, and they seemed distracted by running the costume side of the business. Overall: it is just fine. You'll get a decent haircut for an average price. They don't accept credit cards, so bring cash. read more

Been going here for over ten years. Richie is the man. Best barber in Boston. Legit AF and takes a ton of pride in his work. Shop is always clean. Will continue going here until one of us dies. read more

Great barbershop! I have had a tough time finding a good barbershop in Allston/Brighton. Richie and Eddie are both solid barbers. I rarely wait in line. They are fast and efficient. Prices are fair, $15 to $18 depending on what you want done. Good conversation. Solid overall. read more

Guys at fast Eddies know what they're doing, I have been a customer since 1999, this might tell something. Consistent with prices, service and professionalism. Updating the shop more frequently than some people changing socks. Refreshing decor every now and then is a good idea. Thumb up. read more

This guy is the man!! Favorite places to buy a piece, favorite place to get a trim. Great service too! Friendly people make all the difference! read more

I've been getting my hair cut here almost every week (stupid military habits) for 2 years. So obviously the quality of haircut is good. On top of that, the guys that work there are great guys and they'll take care of you. I've gotten solid advice on where to grab last minute valentine's day flowers, and they've kept safe whatever random stuff that I accidentally left by accident-- sunglasses, wallet, whatever. If you're a regular enough face there, I'd recommend working out a membership plan. I did and saved a ton of money. read more

I love going here! I moved to Allston nearly two years ago and this is by far the best spot in the area. The guys there do a great job and the price is modest compared to any other alternatives. The atmosphere is interesting to with regards to the costume shop they have set up in the back, not to mention the guys are very friendly and down to earth. I have never had a bad haircut from Fast Eddies and I do not plan on going anywhere else as long as I'm in the area. read more

I went here after VIP'S because that place chopped my hair up so bad. This guy is great. Same price and knows how to make things even. Much better cut, and much better line ups. Same exact price, overall a much better place. Go here read more

I am very picky about who cuts my hair as it insists on trying to fall out on me and I don't want to scare it away any more. I have been going to Fast Eddie's for 2 years and both barbers have had their way with my hair and both do great work. They are always polite and funny to their clients and work quickly but efficiently. I've never waited longer than 5 minutes and a haircut takes no longer than 15. Very good work. I have also taken their advice on trimmers and the like and have been pleased with the products I have purchased. They are always good for a walk in though it does get cramped in there around Sept. 1 or so through Halloween as they also run a costume shop inside and the halloween products do encroach on the tiny barber area. However this doesn't diminish the work they do. The only gripe I have is I can't use a credit card but it is a minor complaint. read more

Rich is a great barber. The other guy (Russian) is good too if Richie's out (I've been going there every two weeks for 3 years and he's only been out once). Will trim and shape your beard for you too for marginal additional price. Don't know why there's so man costumes and smoke shop items but they do a fine job at cutting hair. read more

Eddie's a great guy that does a great job cutting my hair to the right shape that complements my face and head. It's taken me awhile to find a barber who can consistently cut my hair well. Now my whole family goes to Eddie's! read more

Fast, cheap, and quality. Hard to find all three under one roof in Boston. A good friend recommended this place two years ago and I've been coming here ever since. Why you ask? Because Richie is the man and won't let you walk out the door until he knows you're satisfied. I have friends from Southie, Brighton, and all over who go out of there way to come here. Try it! You won't be disappointed. read more

Place is amazing. Walk in, walk out shortly after with a phenomenal haircut. Great hours, and rarely a long wait. Richie is as good as they come. Definitely the best shop in the area!!! read more

This place might puzzle you at first because of the costumes that occupy a good part of the shop. But really, gulp down your inhibitions and step right in, and you'll be treated to friendly conversation and a quick but great haircut from Richard. read more

Wow. In and out in 15 minutes from opening the door to getting my change. Eddie knows his stuff and if you're a guy looking for a quick, good trim this is the place. $18 is all you need. No fluff, no filler, just a really fast haircut and they do it exactly the way you ask. I can't comment on the Halloween stuff, but I'll be coming back for my next haircut. read more