Myself and my two sons have been going here for haircuts for the last 4 years or so. They do a great job! Katie and Shawn are my go to hair stylists. However, when unavailable we've had others cut our hair and they did great jobs as well. Staff is very friendly and welcoming. They offer you a drink while waiting which is a nice touch. The hair wash products, whatever they use, are awesome. Overall, if looking for a solid barber this place won't let you down. read more

Service was great, everyone was very friendly. The cut snd shave were a definite treat. I will return. This will be "my place" from now on. Bye bye great clips. I'm disabled and walk with a cane, when I tumbled off the curb multiple people ran out to help me. Embarrassing, but at least I looked good hitting the pavement. Amanda was so nice. read more

This place will cancel on you on the day of your haircut and not replace you with another barber so why build a relationship when they don't respect you they do cut good hair. I'll give them that but again it's a relationship and if you don't respect me then you can't have my money. read more

This is the third barbershop I've visited since moving to Michigan from the east coast a few weeks ago, and the two previous botched a simple fade. I saw reviews for Forefathers and figured to give them a try, so I booked with Amanda. Walked in and was promptly greeted by friendly staff. I was asked to sign a waiver, which due to the fact they use straight razors is a completely valid request. Amanda absolutely knocked it out of the park, it looks fantastic! From her professionalism, to asking questions in order to understand what my issue is with previous barbers, to her friendly personality, I have no doubt that I'll be returning regularly while I live here. read more

Followed Kate S to her new location- from lady janes. She has been cutting my hair the last 5-6 years. Excited to try here - closer to my house. Made appointment. Upon arrival a "gentleman " handed me a page full of rules. Had to sign a waiver AND they took my credit card to keep on file. Who does that today ? Plus the waiver reads - if you miss an appointment for any reason you are charged full price ! Was very happy with cut from Kate - identical to last 6 years. Was offered a $5 1st time customer coupon. The same haircut $30 at lady janes- $50 here. Not sure my head can justify the extra $20 read more

I grew out a year & half mustache & had all sorts of fun plans for wearing it to events for the holidays 2021, w/ the plan of getting rid of this ludicrous thing come the new year. So this was my 3rd trip there w/ big facial hair, the two first times went good, & they were the only place to ever touch my mustache. On my third trip I called beforehand & told them I required someone who could work w/ big mustaches, they said no problem. I went to get it tidied up 2 days before a beard competition & I told the stylist keep the length, keep it ludicrous, clean it up, & even it out. So immediately the stylist hacked one side of my 1.5 year mustache down to a 4 or 5 month mustache completely ruining my length. It broke my heart as my mustache wasn't easy to grow out & deal w/ on an everyday basis. Long hair takes care, & I did my work, & I feel like they set me back big time. Even further, they didn't even make my mustache even, I had to go back to get it evened up. I am so upset they took my length. They called & apologized after I left & offered a refund, which is cool but my style which I worked on for a really long time they screwed up b/c the stylist didn't listen to what I wanted. Very very disappointed. Edit: when I received the apology call the receptionist said I should've said my cut was for something special so they could have gotten me a expert mustache person, but I had talked to her on the phone multiple times & told her I needed someone who knew how to cut a mustache, & she put me w/ someone who didn't. Then she tacitly blames me for not asking for quality? I thought that's why I was over-paying in the first place. I am so pissed off at forefathers crap operation. I look like shit. read more

Follow up review: I've been going here for almost a year (I think) and still really like each haircut from Anthony. He does a great job staff is all very friendly. read more

Did a great job especially since I was due for a hair cut and only came in for beard trim. Still able to fade and keep the beard just a little longer. Came in looking a bit wild and left looking sharp with just some minor adjustments and trimming. read more

Friendly staff, awesome aesthetic and vibe, and great with kiddos. Ev was fantastic with my chatterbox son. So glad we found this place!

Life changing. The search for my barber is over. Getting my haircut is no longer a chore, it is now a full experience that I look forward to every time. From the time you walk in the door, to the time you leave, you feel like a valued customer that has been going there for years on end. The cuts and beard trimmings are absolutely world class, and they offer the best local hair and beard products. Plus the place just looks cool. 10/10 Highly recommend. read more

Overpriced and terrible customer service. Plenty of better barber shops in the area. They charged me the full amount ($70 for a shave and trim) for an appointment I missed and Ashley was very rude when I tried to work it out to keep me as a customer. She has also cut my head last time. DO NOT USE! read more

Went there a while ago... Getting a haircut every 2 weeks... Great atmosphere, and great vibe... One day i got a call about 60 seconds after i left...it was the owner, and he told me that they rung up my haircut wrong and if i can come back and pay for the $20 difference.. ARE YOU FUCKING KIDDING ME?? A REGULAR CUSTOMER ? IS THIS WHAT THEY TEACH YOU IN BUSINESS SCHOOL?? a business mistake is a mistake and YOU eat the cost instead of alienating a good customer who was also buying beard products from you.... I went back ...gave him his $20.. Shaking my head the whole time... "Can you come back?"... Fucking idiot! read more

Forefathers is the perfect barber shop, beer, whiskey and great staff. I work with Olivia and she is AWESOME! The owner Ryan is so outgoing and personable. Everyone here is SO friendly. Not to mention the hair cuts are phenomenal! read more

I've been here two times. Excellent place for a relaxing, professional haircut. Rachelle and Ashley are both excellent, meticulous barbers. Very happy with both visits. The place is clean, comfortable and inviting. Very easy to schedule appointment via Yelp, great friendly staff, you can tell the whole place takes pride in what they do. read more

Second time today. Service, cut and atmosphere was top notch again. Took my son this time for a kids cut and he said it was his best cut ever. He dug getting his hair washed, the hot towel and straight razor! We will definitely be back. Highly recommend checking Forefathers out! read more

I just moved here and was looking for a place to get my hair cut and found Forefathers. Fantastic haircut and beard trim! Rachael Sheeran took her time and did a detailed cut (I really get annoyed when I get home and see that one long hair that was missed on the side of my head..) No missed hairs this time! I will definitely be coming back for my next one! They offered me a drink when I signed in, which was a first! Very comfortable environment. read more

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Great haircut and friendly staff! Great straight razor and hot towel treatment... nice touch!!

FOREFATHERS GROOMING = HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! As someone who knows and appreciates a skilled barber, this changed it all for me. I've always been able to tell a good cut from a bad one but learned how little I actually knew about haircuts, from Ryan's vast knowledge of his art. Ryan and his team offer up a great laid back atmosphere where you can tell the knowledge is deep. Upon getting home from my appointment with Ryan, my wife even noticed that this was the best haircut I've ever had. read more

I was referred here from my best friend and i am very excited and happy I did! I have been going to other quick hair cut establishments where they get you in and out in less than 30 minutes and it's quantity over quality. Well at FG it's just the opposite. They take their time with their clients to make sure that each cut and shave is to perfection! I had my first visit today with Jennifer who was amazing! I appreciated the time she took to do my hair cut and also talk they different options and ways of doing things! It was a relaxing and fun time! Who can say that! They will give you a drink if you want, you just sit back and enjoy. Definitely can't say enough about how happy i am and how good i feel after this cut and style and beard trim! Definitely will be a customer going forward! I won't go anywhere else. read more

These guys are top notch! Not only do they use top of the line product and equipment, but the customer service and atmosphere will make you feel like a regular after the first cut! They truly cater the cut to the customer, providing tips and tricks to maintain your look between cuts. I also highly recommend to stop buy and see the custom built interior built by the owner, Ryan, and buy some of the most fragrant and high quality hair product I've ever used! Believe me, these guys know hair! read more

Ryan and his team are Amazing! They go above and beyond with their service. Not only do they give awesome cuts, but they give you a little education on what works best with your hair. AMAZING! read more

Ryan offers a unique experience at an awesome price! This was my first appointment and I was very satisfied to the amount of detail that he provided to get to know me and what I wanted my hair and beard to look like. He doesn't rush you out of his shop and takes the time to explain the products he is using and why he is using them. I have never had anyone do that before and I appreciated his knowledge!! read more

Been working here for a little over 2 months and I love the atmosphere and the opportunities for growth here! Everyone I work with is great and they make me feel like I'm truly part of the family! read more

This place is top notch! Been looking for a good barber shop for a while and have finally found it! Tiffany did an excellent job and took her time and I'm very satisfied with my haircut. Definitely will come again! read more

I love this barbershop!! This area NEEDED a high-end men's grooming spot and my boyfriend's hair has never looked better since going here! His fade and beard are ALWAYS on point, and he loves the vibe here. read more

Highly recommend Forefathers grooming. They did a fantastic job on my sons hair. The attention to detail is phenomenal.

Best Barber Shop In Metro Detroit!! The quality provided can not and will not be beat. I've been a client for over 3 years, and have standing appointments. Professional, Inviting, and an overall Exceptional Atmosphere is the only thing to be expected. read more

Rachael is the worst barber there she sucks and is very rude. She never smiles always has a very bad mouth on her. The place was better without her she needs to go. Her area is never cleaned. It's sad to have rude people work on such a beautiful place read more

I went here just recently to get a hair cut and a beard trim. This was my first time ever trying out a higher end hair grooming establishment specifically for men. The stylist that took care of me goes by the name Jennifer. It's hard for me to put into words just how great a job she did. I came there looking literally like a caveman and left looking like one of those guys that came from "old money" in Titanic. Suffice it to say that I felt like Captain Morgan when I walked out of the door. She lined me up perfectly and even went step by step with me on how to recreate the styles she gave me on my own going forward. I was even offered a free beverage almost as soon as I walked through the door. They made me feel like I was a long lost friend they hadn't seen in years within minutes. I will definitely be going here for all further grooming needs from now on. I suggest you do the same. read more