After moving to the neighborhood 3 months ago I've been to 3 different shops and seen 5 different barbers whose work I unfortunately was not a fan of. Happy to say I've found my new barbershop. John was personable, professional, and was able to give me the perfect cut. read more

Excellent everything!!! Can't say enough good things. Price, cut, location, it was all good

New to the area. Trying out new spots. Had a great haircut from John today. I'll be back for my next cut for sure.

Great spot! Good prices and friendly atmosphere. Very easy to make an appointment online and then from there they take good care of you read more

Been coming here for years. Hair cuts are always perfect! They don't take walk ins, so book early! Conversation one on one is always great and the banter the employees have with each other is hilarious. read more

Fantastic shop. Great experience, great haircuts every time. I used to be a twice maybe three times a year kind of guy with haircuts because it's a whole thing but these guys do such a great job any time I'm at all annoyed with my hair I just make an appointment online and let them clean me up. read more

My buddy has been going to Franklin's for years and has always told me I should come in and check it out. Let me tell you... this shop is filled with extremely talented individuals, who listen to their clients and execute fine work. You also can't beat the general vibe; very accepting and easy-going. Just an all around chill shop filled with chill barbers. My go-to is Jay... he doesn't just cut for how your hair will look in the moment, but also with how it will grow in. What a pro! Sitting in his chair is always a good time. We catch up on how life has been, what's currently going on, anything really! I don't just look forward to the haircut, but for the general experience, as well. If you're looking for a traditional/classic barber shop, with a great group of guys, Franklin's is your go-to! read more

Franklin's Barber Shop - Haircut, fade, done by Jay. - Barbers Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I'm glad most people seem to have had good cuts from this place.  I had a cut by apprentice Shawn, and would recommend that you avoid. I came in with very clear instructions on how I liked my hair cut, including pictures from the front and the side.  I also said exactly how long I wanted it on top.  Shawn's attitude is cavalier, as he largely disregarded all of the instructions I gave him.  The haircut I left with is not what I wanted, and will take me at least a month to grow back out on top (he took a full inch off the top when I asked for a quarter inch).  He mentioned at the end that guys either cut their hair "long" or "short".   Do yourself a favor and skip this barbershop, as there are plenty of better options in Philly and even nearby. read more

I went to this shop out of desperation because my normal shop didn't have anything available, and I left kicking myself for not going to this shop to begin with years ago. It's a pretty small shop with 3 chairs, and feels a bit snug, but it's laid out really well and nicely decorated. I took a chance going with an apprentice (Shawn), who was the only one with availability, and honestly it's was one of the best cuts I've had in the area. I went back the second time specifically looking for Shawn. It's a great little shop, I really recommend it. read more

Wonderful barber shop. A true gem. Everyone in there is a professional and it's a classic old school barber shop. read more

Franklin's Barber Shop - Chair. - Barbers Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Walked in to have my hair fixed up from a really bad experience someplace else that should have been called a (Butcher-shop) not a barbershop. John, thank you To everyone else reading this review, just book-now online stop reading. Cheers read more

Winter is almost always that time when I let my hair grow out to gain an extra layer of warmth. But thanks to global warming for better or worse I haven't needed to do that this year, and with a new job I was looking to give my shaggy head a needed change to go along with it. When walking through my new jobs neighborhood I came across this shiny new barber shop that looked like one that was hard to pass up on. And with an easy online booking experience I was on my way to my best. Haircut. EVER! Sailor Tony is a Navy veteran who honed is traditional barber skills in Florida and Toronto after completing barber school under the GI Bill. And he decided to bring his classic shop with a solid vintage and punk rock aesthetic to his native Philadelphia and Fishtown. After being able to book an appointment online in less than 30 minutes, I was warmly welcomed, and Tony did a good job of hearing out what type of style I was looking to get while offering up plenty of solid suggestions. After a solid trim and electric razor work I was well on my way to getting what felt like the best cut I've had in recent memory! But then Tony took it to a whole new level by using a straight razor to even out my back and sides, massaging everything out with a hot towel, and giving my full head of hair the pomade treatment. With service like that Franklin's Barbershop went above and beyond. And with the easy online booking, reasonable price at $25, and solid rockabilly punk soundtrack in the background, I'm sold and ready to come back again! read more

Probably one of the best haircuts I ever gotten for a long time. Since my barber past away few years ago I couldn't find a barbershop I liked. Recently needed a haircut but the place I went to didn't have anything available. I did my research and wanted to try Franklin's barber since it was close by where I live. Definitely set up an appointment because they seem to be busy all the time. The vibe felt like I was in the 90s, music was great, great hospitality, you can grab a drink in the fridge, and make you laugh. Shawn was my barber and he did an outstanding job. I was amazed with the haircut and will definitely come back again. Thank you! read more

I actually can't talk to the work the guys do here...as I was scheduled for a cut and despite the fact that I left an hour before the cut, 76 killed me and ended up late. I tried to get in contact with them to let them know I'd be late...but they have no phone. I am not blaming them for my delay, Philly traffic of the fact they have other clients, but it was either attempt to get there (which I did) or no-show. Disappointed with how they handle these situations read more

Vin has been cutting my hair for years and I refuse to go to anyone else. Come for the haircut, stay for the banter.

Had an appointment wit Rhys or sum today .. chillin boul .. showed him a pic of what I wanted a simple mid bald fade . Don't touch the top I say and my whole head is lop sided and side ways and jawn was 40$ for a fade and you expect a tip ? Yea alright . Real upset don't recommend this place boul was hype when he showed me good for him tho fr don't come here read more

Finally a barber shop that knows how to cut hair. I think this is my fourth review for barbershops on girard Ave, the other reviews are not positive... Here I got a professional haircut, at a reasonable price without all of the other bullshit that has been documented in other reviews. These guys clearly know what they are doing and take the time to get it right. I got a cut from the apprentice barber who took the time out to consult with the owner how to fix the fuck up from the last barber. Was a little embarrassing to have explained how shitty that last cut was, but I appreciated that they took the time to address it and give me a good cut. Because I've been burned before by barbers on girard Ave I'm holding back on the fifth star until I go back for my next cut. Hoping their quality is not a fluke. read more

Far and away the best barbershop going!! Unfortunately I missed a few appts do to crazy work schedule and had to try other shops in the Fishtown area. These 2 appts at these other places made me appreciate Franklins more than I did prior. I have been going to Vincent since before he even stepped foot at Franklins and he always makes me look my best. He has his hands full on fixing my hair from the last Butcher job I received on Frankford Ave but I know he will get me looking my best as always!!! The talent doesn't stop at Vincent. Jay & Tony the owner are also top notch. Also like to note that Franklins is a Veteran owned shop. read more

Vintage decor complete with antique barber chairs. A varying rotation of superb old school playlists pumped through the speaker of an antique tube radio. Complimentary waters, sodas and brews cooling in the antique refrigerator and coffee above. These are merely the fine details added to enhance the experience at Sailor Tony's "Franklin's Barber Shop". These are not the reasons that will keep coming back. The haircut is meticulous. The service is exceptional. Because it is appointment only, you will never feel rushed. I go every other week and the experience is consistent to the point I can count the minutes by the time the scissors are done or the neck is shaved or the hot towel is placed to clean things up. Banter is always friendly and inclusive. The service is always friendly and professional. And most importantly the experience is always the same. Consistency is key in the service industry, and this place has it. read more

I've never seen less conversation between barber and patron at a shop. What I did have to hear was Jay droning on about the week's political talking points for 30 minutes straight. You would think the total silence from the 4 patrons would be a clue but he was undeterred. If you go to the barber to have a nice relaxing cut and enjoyable conversation I would go someplace else. If you want to hear Jay rehearsing for the linguist olympics then you'll have a great time here. read more

Love this spot! Definitely looking forward to returning once we're all allowed to leave our houses again. Booking is easy and John has always done a great job with my hair. Great down to earth and casual atmosphere to the place -- feels easy to get into a conversation, or not, depending on your mood. read more

Franklin's has a really cool feel. It feels like you walked into the 1940's shop outside of Pearl Harbor - you'll get it when you go. My disappointment came when their views on "do's and dont's" of haircutting differed from my previous barber (who is also extremely talented), which forced me to leave with my hair not being cut how I asked specifically because they simply disagreed. While I appreciate educated advice, when it comes at a $25 cost, I think the customer should leave happy. They were pompous in their delivery and I couldn't recommend the shop to anyone for that alone. read more

I was one of the first customers here, and Tony is definitely my favorite barber in town. They're completely booked for about a week at pretty much any time, so book early! Walk-ins are pretty impossible to get. read more

I am a Fishtown local in my late forties. I saw a new barbershop had opened up when out for a walk and saw Tony the barber and caught a glimpse of inside the shop. It made me nostalgic seeing the barber chair etc. Time for a haircut I checked out the website and found out Tony also does hot towel shave and beard trim. Online booking is available so it is super easy, I booked haircut/shave n all good stuff. Tony welcomed me with an offer of some good coffee or a cold beverage (high life pony or a soda) nice touch. I immediately felt relaxed and nostalgic taking in all the art and photographs from WW ll, barbers chair, tools paraphernalia etc from time gone by. It took me back to when I was a boy/teen. Tony set me up in the chair and started on my hair as some Rockabilly played on the Bakelite Radio. I felt my head getting lighter as Tony skillfully used his clippers on me. It wasn't long before Tony Spun me around to reveal my nicely tapered and slicked down hair. Good job and good conversation. Next was the shave and all kinds of towels and potions, super relaxing and close. I could barely drag myself from the chair I was so relaxed. I recommend Sailor Tony,Franklins Barber shop. Sailor Tony is a real nice guy and very pro. The shop is very old school and nostalgic. Loved it. Great job and service read more

Great shop! I'm new to the area and decided to book an appointment, the system works great, I was sitting in the chair a couple hours later with no wait. The shop is very clean and a great vibe, really liked the old school chairs. Tony was very professional and easy going. And most importantly, the cut was exactly what I was looking for clean lines and very well done. One more comment about the appointment system, I have been to shops where it feels like you are being rushed out of the chair because of lines of customers. Because it was an appointment setup, there was no one waiting and never a feeling like your being rushed. read more

For our wedding my husband looked HOT his haircut was amazing, well that was in SD. Since we moved to Philly we hadnt found anyone to do a decent job until now! This place looks super authentic. The guys are cool and they actually know how to cut mens hair... very well! I recommend. read more

These guys are the best. Very professional and highly skilled. Really nice old school feel to the inside of the shop, with a lot of Sailor Jerry flash and old WWII posters etc. I definitely like the old timey barber chairs they have along with the straight razor shave they do as well. Make sure you book online because they fill up fast.! read more

What a beautiful and well thought-out establishment. It's so rare to come across a treasure like this in any big city any more. When you walk in the door for the first time there's a familiarity you experience. It's the smell of the bay rum aftershave tonic and the talc powder. The sound of the combs being tapped on the side of the glass disinfecting jars. The music drifting from the restored 1940s radio. And the sight of the correctly attired barber working at the restored 1940s barberchair. Every single working artifact in this room screams pride of ownership and extreme attention to detail. And it's not too much. It's a collection of pieces that work together and compliment each other. Let's talk about the man behind the shop. This is not just a fine looking shop or a collection of antiques. In the world of barbering Anthony "Sailor Tony" Reilly is a traditionalist. (He earned that moniker in the Navy.) He works fast and clean. His haircuts are meticulous. His shaves are relaxing and thorough. And as for the service, he charges a more than fair price. (It makes me happy to know he supports a young family with it.) Overall, and in every aspect, a five star experience. Don't expect any fuss, frills or fake niceties. Instead you'll get respectful, attentive service and masterful work. Highly recommended. read more

Jay is great. Always letting me know what he is thinking when he cuts my hair. Learn things about myself I never knew. Came in with an 8 month long untrimmed beard which was a mess and he trimmed it to perfection. I couldn't have described what I wanted worse, but he knew what would look best. read more

I have been through probably at least 15 barbers in Philly since moving here a few years ago. I would mostly try to stay near whatever area I was living in at the time but decided to try something different for this cut and I am SO glad I did. I checked out several of the reviews for different shops all around before booking an appointment with John. I usually just go for a standard cut and a beard trim. Which is perfect because this seems to be their specialty. The whole time I was being worked on I was having flashbacks of a shop I used to go to with my grandfather in the mid 80s when I was a child. The smells, the spectacular playlist, the Americana memorabilia on the wall, the straight up classic barber feel, EVERYTHING! I was really pleased with the cut when I left with a HUGE smile. The subsequent two days have been even more uplifting. I would say at least 10 people have complimented me on the cut. Most of my co-workers even asked if I had gone somewhere new because they could tell it was different somehow. The one thing that really surprised me was the hot towel and scented goo that was used before and after the straight razor. I had a similar experience at a place in Rittenhouse for like $100 so was not expecting it at a place with prices like this. Will 100% be back and hopefully, finally end my ongoing search for a steady barber. read more

I have been trying to find the barber for me for years now and it's finally happened. Fishtown is full of barber shops and none of them compare to Franklin's Barber Shop. It's so nice to finally be able to make an appointment online to make it work with my busy schedule. These guys are the epitome of what a good old fashioned barber should be. From the hot towel shave to the decor to the witty banter to the manual cash register; this is the real deal. I cannot say enough good things about the cut. I've been a few times now and I no longer have to preface what we're doing with the haircut. Tony and Vince remember me and what I want and nail the cut every time. This place and clean, nostalgic and most importantly, a killer haircut at a very reasonable price. read more

Tony, Vincent and John are all true gentlemen that take paying attention to detail very seriously. Walking into franklins is like taking a time machine back to the 50's. Green polished floor, antique 50s refrigerator (filled with beer) and old radio converted Bluetooth player. Walking out you feel like a new man (or woman). Every cut I've seen these guys do is perfect. From skin fade to all scissor cuts, they do it all. Also it's by appointment only and you schedule online so blocking out your bi-weekly cut has never been easier! So if you're looking for a traditional barber that is easy to schedule and does a great job, look no further. Franklins is your spot. read more

Admittedly I'm a barbershop snob and a haircut addict. I get my hair cut once every 10 days like clockwork, and prefer to keep it tight and clean around the ears and nape. There is nothing more repugnant than a hairy unkempt neck, fellas. I started coming here right after they opened and "Sailor Tony", the shop's proprietor has been my barber since day one. He is classically trained, adeptly fluent in all forms of barbering (scissors, clippers, and razors) and talented beyond his years. The man is a genius and probably the best barber I've ever had. The shop is nostalgic of the kind of place I'd get my haircuts as a kid and everything is pin-point perfect from the color palette to the decor to the vintage tunes to the refurbed fridge, radio and coffee percolator. Customers are offered complimentary refreshments (hot & cold) and enjoy a sense of fellowship, community, and camaraderie I've not seen at many local places where you're cram-jammed into a space vying for a chair. Because they book reservations solely on the Reserva app, you're guaranteed your spot and time and never have to wait hours to get in. They provide straightforward men's grooming services in three categories; haircut, beard trim and/or hot towel shave(or a combo of all three), and I've done it all with absolute satisfaction each & every time. The clientele is a mix of locals from throughout the area and everyone is friendly, chatty and seems to genuinely enjoy the ritual and experience of a top-notch cut, by class-act barbers in an unparalleled, authentic and honest shop. I cannot give greater acolades to this place and look forward to coming here for years. read more

Great atmosphere, great cut, great shave, great shop! Been going here for a while to get my cuts from John Z. Never a bad experience. Clean shop and welcoming staff. read more

After years of being lazy and just getting a haircut when I felt I was a koosh-ball fresh out of the dryer, my first cut at Franklin's was a revelation. Instantly welcomed and made at home, and an air of idiosyncratic professionalism pervades everything done here. I now feel a sense of responsibility to my look as to allow it to fallow is to besmirch the work of an artist; instead I will return regularly to get the trim my hair deserves. Thanks to John at Franklin's! read more

I've been looking for a great haircut for a while and I found it. As you walk in the door, you'll notice the friendly welcome and great vibe. Sailor Tony is a true professional with an eye for detail and takes his time to make sure that you look your best. He has brought back an almost extinct art right here in Fishtown. Do yourself a favor, go online and book yourself an appointment. You will be glad that you did. read more

I think what got me about the haircut Jay gave me was that he cut my hair with the future of my hair in mind. A few haircuts ago I got a cut I wasn't happy with, in fact I was super upset about it. The journey to growing out a hack job can be long and painful but honestly Jay made me feel pretty soothed about it. I told him what I want, he told me what he thought about it and then when the haircut was all over he debriefed me about what he did and what his goals were for my hair. We love that! Being a queer person I sometimes get the 'what are you doing here?' vibe when I walk into a barbershop. Not at Franklins! Awesome vibe in here and the two guys in there that day doing hair were cool. I'll definitely be going to Jay to get my hair cut in the foreseeable future. read more

The only shop to get a haircut or shave in Philadelphia. Owned and operated by a licensed barber who knows what the word consistency means.

Got a haircut & hot towel shave today from John. Best barber experience best haircut I ever got. This is my new spot. Thanks

Never going to another barber. Great haircut! It was easy, relaxing, and professional. I generally don't like getting my haircut, but this was really great. My hair is usually the worst, but tony made me look good. Thank you and I will be back ! read more