Been getting my hair cut by Derek for over 10 years. Outstanding skill, solid conversation, and great vibes every time you step into the chair. Easily the best barber around! read more

Been coming here for over 5 years now since I decided to move on from the chain salons. Always a relaxed and fun atmosphere! These guys are young (compared to me at 59) but very talented. Derek takes his time and I always get a great cut but you can't go wrong with any of these guys! Highly recommend GSB! read more

This review is only for Andre. Sir, you charged me $45 for a haircut that was a joke. Remember this: How we do 1 thing is how we do everything. There is no excuse for the haircut you gave me. No form, no professionalism by making sure it looked perfect. I told you exactly what I wanted, the size and the form and you didn't do YOUR JOB. I should have known better by looking at the quality of work you did with the customer before me. You should seriously re-consider doing the pathetic job that you do. Get some real training or do something else that you won't be so bad at. There is NO EXCUSE for the job you did and do. I should not have to pay you $45 plus the tip. For the owners of this place, your restroom is disgustingly dirty, no paper towels or toilet paper. I would this courage anyone to get an appointment with Andre or anyone here and pay him $45 for his pathetic work. read more

overall such a bad experience. the people that work there don't care about there customers at all you make appointments and then never show up always drinking and talking shit about other costumers read more

My husband has been going to Ray and the team for the past 1 year and he's super happy with their service. Their artistry is great and the laidback community the team fosters in the store is a big draw to keep going back. read more

Absolutely amazing energy from the staff the moment you walk through the door. They make you feel welcome, no matter who you are. These guys gave me an amazing haircut that boosted my confidence, been a while since I've had someone take as much care as they did into making sure I got exactly what I wanted. They'll talk to you and treat you as a friend, or let you sit silently and enjoy the experience. These guys are true geniuses of their craft and well deserve the respect they receive. A+ service A+ atmosphere A+ haircut. RECOMMEND!! Even if these guys were "stoned" like some of the reviews say, they do an excellent job anyways. Would smoke a joint with these gents! - Jack S read more

This review is for Danny. To start, let me say I have a mohawk and what I asked for is super easy and have had barbers do before. This was the worst haircut I have ever recieved, hands down. It actually made me cry when I got home, and I have never cried over my hair before in my life. Until now. First, he was 30 minutes late even though I had made an appointment. He let me know he was running 15 minutes late, which okay, shit happens, it was at the end of the day, but then I got there and he still wasn't done. Probably because he takes forever (my haircut took an hour. Wtf?!) Next, he didn't listen to what I wanted at all, even though I showed him a picture. I told him 0 all the way around the sides. He did a fade from 0 to 2. Had to have him fix it, and again said just do 0 all the way around. Nope. Again a fade from bare skin to 0. I never asked for a fucking fade. Now let's get to the worst part, the top. I asked for it to be more tapered at the ends instead of blunt and to take out some of the weight a bit so it can stand up easier. What did this idiot do? Chop off the sides of the mohawk and use clippers to cut them at an angle. So now the sides don't come up to a point they just stick straight up. And it's choppy as hell. It looks so bad. I really don't know how he fucked it up so badly. Like did he not understand? Did he not care? Can he not use scissors? Who knows. Maybe it's because he just kept talking about his girlfriend in Texas and watching some dumbass movie on TV. The fact that this guy has so many good reviews is unbelievable. I wish I had never gone to see him. Now I have to pay someone else to fix this monstrosity and pray my hair grows fast. read more

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It was my first time visiting a barber shop in the USA. Dre gave me a comb over fade style cut. I really like it as it looks super clean and neat. I recommend this place. The place is very clean Dre was kind and nice. read more

This is easily the best barbershop the San Ramon/Pleasanton area. I've been coming to Golden State Barber Lounge for 2 years now and i've only gone to Derek for my cuts. From my own experience, i've gotten a quality haircut every time that's why i've continued to come back. All the barbers here are down to earth, accommodating, and great at cutting hair. You can't go wrong scheduling an appointment with anyone here. read more

Beware Beware Beware. . I would assume that they are all stoned but know for certain that Derrick was absolutely so stoned. If you get a haircut by Derrick be aware that he will be stoned while cutting your hair and unable to take direction. It wasn't until I had told him multiple times that my son wanted a TRIM but he kept cutting it did I figure out this guy was so stoned s Aa hairstylist you should not be able to cut hair while under the influence. Derrick put my son at risk. When I attempted to resolve the issue there was no apology but asked me what I had against cannabis. This kind of comment and lack of accountability for screwing up my kids hair goes to show you what kind of person Derrick is Beware of this business read more

Danny B has been cutting my my hair now for a couple of months. Before that I was bouncing around trying to find a great barber for what seemed like forever. Once I walked in and saw that the place had good vibes and Danny B was a friendly and talented guy I haven't been anywhere else since. I go every 2-3 weeks without fail! read more

Golden State Barber Lounge - Barbers Near Me - Pleasanton, California

I've been going to these guys for years. Consistent great cuts and incredible service. Every one of their barbers is an expert at fades and scissor work. They recently moved to a new location: 4307 Valley Ave, Pleasanton read more

This is long over due! Amazing culture that provides amazing haircuts. Thank you Quan and Golden State Barber Lounge for taking care of me and my extended family for so many years! This is the best place! read more

They just started a new location and let me tell you. The service is by far one of the best I've seen in a long time at barbershops. Guys have a good vibe here and barber Dre is the man. He goes over details of the haircut you want instead of just going straight for it like other barbers. I recommend it ! read more

Long but worth the read: I wanted to like this place so badly. I'm all about supporting small business and raving about their services to everyone that will listen. Unfortunately, this is one business I will NEVER support. First experience after they opened: Walked in looking for a haircut for my nappy headed son. After they took their sweet time to acknowledge our existence, they looked at me like I had 3 heads and scoffed at me for daring to walk in without an appointment. Fine, I get it. We didn't have an appointment but was hoping, in the off-chance someone was free, we could get in. Win-win for everyone. Second experience and the ONLY reason I'm writing this review: Was introduced to the owner at a nearby establishment where I recounted my negative experience. Thinking that maybe, just maybe, this small business owner would take accountability and want to right the wrong for the sake of his business' reputation. Clearly, I was wrong. This is generally how our convo went: Me: I wanted to give you some feedback on my experience when I went into your shop during your first few months. (Insert my experience here.) Him: Have you ever been in a barbershop before? (insert smirks and laughing) That's how it is 'ma. We're busy, 'ma. You have to make an appointment, 'ma. He kept calling me 'ma and I know this is one kid I did not birth. Me: Yes, I understand. But there is a way to deliver the message rather than treat a potential customer this way....especially when you are a new business in town. I've been to Tiegs in Dublin and Cut to the Chase in Livermore and never once was I treated like that. (I took my nephew to Tiegs a couple times and my son used to go to Cut to the Chase before his barber left. Hence the hunt for a new shop.) Him: Well then go there 'ma. Go see Tiegs or Chase...I know them ma'. See...my people, we're family. That's my family, 'ma! We are artist! We are artist, 'ma! The conversation continued on the same way for about 10 minutes. What was I expecting him to say you may ask? "My apologies for your poor first experience with our shop. Barbershops are crazy busy and can be a little rough if you aren't used to them. Let me try to make it right. Here's my card. Give me a call for an appointment....'MA!" Something that shows this man cares about his business and its continued growth. Nope, nada...'ma! When my dad walked over to see if I was okay (the conversation got intense), I told him that everything was fine and he walked away. At that time, the barbershop boy said "oh, you want me to call my dad too 'ma?" Bragged about his membership to the DT association and how I shouldn't come back to his family of artists. I could not believe this man and business owner conducted himself in this manner. The owner is arrogant, ghetto AF and acts as if he's untouchable. I read other reviews, might be time to get off your high horse and take accountability. Dem cuts better be good because the customer service ain't gonna keep 'em coming back, 'ma! read more

Pros: Well maintained barbershop and good atmosphere. Cons: I asked for a specific haircut and goatee preference (A razor shave and line up, keep the beard and mustache thick/full). First, the barber used edgers and close shavers instead of a razor for my shave. Second, my mustache and goatee were shaped unevenly. Third, my beard was thinned down. Complete opposite of what I asked for. Talk about paying $45 (+ $5 tip because I didn't care to wait for change) and having to go home and fix your own goatee! Smh I basically paid $50 to write this bad review. My goatee was so jacked that my lady noticed! I found this barbershop on IG and yelp but I wish I waited until I returned home. read more

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This review is for Derrik. Took my son today to get his hair trimmed and left with a bowl cut with bangs. are you kidding me? Derrik was so stoned from start to finish. I told him more than twice that he wanted to keep it long and just wanted it trimmed. Derrik obviously can't control the amount of consumption of weed to have the where with all to be stoned and cut hair. My son is traumatized by this experience. Hey heres an idea, if you want to be so stoned don't do business in public. When I sent a complaint about this he asked me what i have against cannabis. missing the point, i trusted you with cutting my son's hair, and you were incompetent so it tells me that you can't be stoned and do an effective job. read more

you want to look fresh and want a real barber shop experience come here! The owner and barbers are friendly and welcoming. Animal lover shoot they got you catch neveah ( heaven backwards) the puppy napping and just having fun. Need a drink or hungry ? Food drinks all in the plaza, pull up with your meal or drink watch some sports before you get your best haircut of your life . All these one star reviews are bogus! Keep going to cost cutters or cuts are us. This shop is for the real gents. Make an appointment to get the quicky quick and support these real barbers not Stacy who does nails and perms then does cuts on the side. Get outta here you better than that, are u ? read more

This review is for Trevor. I've had my hair cut by Trevor for over a year. I like what she does with my hair so much that I followed her from the last shop she was at, to this barber. Best of all, she never has a problem with me nitpicking and asking her to change things at the last minute. It's more important to her that she does a good cut than rush you out the door. I can highly recommend that you give her a shot! The shop is clean and the other barbers seem friendly and sociable. read more

I first found out about this shop from Yelp, gave them a call and met Danny the next week. Danny is easy to book with through his website and very easygoing when it comes to scheduling. He is one of the best in the business and is consistently providing the best cut. If you're new to the area and looking for a barber, look no further than Danny and this shop. read more

Derek is as great as you're gonna get! Moved from Indiana to Cali 3 years ago and in a matter of 3 months of searching through Mill Valley, SF, and Dubin I was able to find Derek in Walnut Creek. He recently relocated to Pleasanton with Golden State Barber Lounge and although I now live in Redwood City, I still try to make the effort to get to the East Bay just for my cut! Dude is pure quality and cleanliness. I got an appointment today and I know the homie's skills will have me looking great for this wedding on Saturday. Ask for him! read more

Golden State Barber Lounge - Haircut by Derek of Golden State Barber Lounge. Asked for a 0 faded to a 1 1/2, taper the sides and back. - Barbers Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Danny was amazing for a beard lineup. I would not hesitate to designate this place as my go-to, but $35 seems like way too much for a beard lineup, although he did take a good 35-40 minutes taking care of me. I've been told that there are plenty of places that only charge $15-25 for lineups. Anyway... I liked the place so much I might bite the bullet regardless and pay a little more. Props to Danny though! read more

Dre helped me out and gave me a great haircut. Definitely recommend. I called last second and made time for me

Just moved to Dublin a few weeks ago and needed a new barber desperately, one of my old coworkers hooked it up with @dannyblendz. So I book it about a week in advance (like you should at a good barbershop). As an LA native I walked in expecting everyone to hate me when I said the raps were gonna take in six. I was totally right, got all the hate I wanted and a nice fade. Danny's got several years with his license and it shows, that dude broke the land time record for nice fade. Pleasantly surprised and would 10/10 recomend. But for real this place is legit and everyone was friendly even if I am some a-hole from Los Angeles. 10/10 going back for a touch up in a couple weeks. PS Kobe is GOAT. read more

My daughter surprised me with a visit here with her friend who's a barber Danny. I felt comfortable with him the moment we shook hands. Very personable and friendly. Did a fantastic job in the haircut. I had just started to grow out a beard and he trimmed it up perfectly! All of the barbers here are friendly young guys. When we walked in they all said hi. Lots of sports talk of course in the male dominated environment:) they make you feel at home. I only wish I didn't live so far away or I'd see Danny for all my trims. Thank you Danny for a great visit you sir are a true pro! Go see this man! read more

Golden State Barber Lounge - Barbers Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Danny has been cutting my hair for over 5 years now. I've followed him from Clip Joynte in Walnut Creek to Urban Cutz in Concord and now to Golden State Barber Lounge. I've been so impressed by his professional attitude towards his business and the hospitality you receive no matter what barbershop he's working in. Danny has provided numerous recommendations ranging from what hair products work best for my type of hair to the length that would look the best. Danny has been a tremendous barber/consultant/friend to me over the years and I wouldn't dream of having my hair cut by anyone else. Golden State Barber Lounge as a whole has been a great place to have my haircut. Everyone that works here is extremely polite; they greet you as you come in and as you leave, they'll have you laughing the whole time you're in the shop, and (maybe most importantly) they're all incredibly talented at cutting hair. It's refreshing to see a group of hard working young men, who all individually and collectively take pride in the business they run. I would highly recommended making an appointment at Golden State Barber Lounge for your next cut - you will not be disappointed! read more

They are really good! I got barber Dre and he was really nice. After I got a haircut, I went to lids and I have been wearing a hat for two weeks so far! Will for sure come back! read more

A friend referred me to this shop because of how close it was to my residence. I met the 2 owners, dope ass individuals, there was a total of 3 barbers and they all knew each other prior so the atmosphere was dope. I personally got a fade with a lineup by straight razor. Pros- professional, skills were off top the best Cons- still a new shop so a lot of space, needs more of a seating area and a price chart of cuts, shaves, kid prices etc read more

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If you want a professional cut, (or in my case a close shave), good conversation and a clean sanitized place to conduct all of it, you gotta come check these guys out, I've been stopping in for years, love the family oriented environment, I feel like these guys are my brothers. I'll be coming here forever. Glad to see young entrepreneurs like these guys striving in their craft. Cheers! read more

I finally found a good place to get a good fade in the Bay Area. I've been going to Q for a couple years now but just got around to writing a review. The haircut itself is always great & is finished with a razor blade which is nice. There's always sports on TV and some good banter between the barbers. I enjoy going here for a cut when I'm around the Bay Area. read more

@Daniel H, Go back to Supercuts and quit bitching. I know for a fact these dudes aren't out here harassing anyone for the color of their skin. You went to a barber shop, sounds like it was your first time. If you want a $10 haircut you know where to go. To everyone else, This place is dope, I've been going to Ray for a couple years now, never once been disappointed or even slightly upset about a haircut or any conversations haha. I recommend this place to everyone. Sucks they're closed rn. Check them out as soon as you can! read more

I've been getting my haircut by Derek for over 5 years because he's the truth. He's the kind of guy you drive the extra miles for just for the experience. He's talented, easy to book, and a good guy. He treats every haircut like it's his last and helps create a good atmosphere inside the shop. This place delivers. read more

I've been going here for the past half year. After 6-7 good cuts they gave me one bad enough I'm on yelp reviewing the service. Not only did I receive a poor cut that left me with a patch of hair missing, they also forwarded the responsibility on to me. They had no concern in fixing this issue and have lost a client in my self. If you are looking for consistent good look, this is not the place for you. 2 stars for the previous good cuts but it's definitely an "enter at your own risk" type of business. read more

Dre gets it done! Been getting cuts by him for the past few months and I'm always impressed with his attention to detail and styling. From fades to scissoring my top, he does it all. The new location is in such a prime spot, and the community of barbers there is a great vibe that I look forward to every time I go. Thanks, Dre!! read more

Dre Did a great job. Wanted a whole new cut and he made it happen. Great shop good atmosphere.

I've been looking for a good barbershop out in the area and I have finally found one !! Great atmosphere, very clean shop, immensely professional, and the barbers KNOW HOW TO CUT ! I walked in and was greeted by Danny and he was able to take me right away. Danny is a 100% professional and is a master of his craft. Everything from the fade to the lining was on point. Will definitely be coming back ! Make sure to ask for Danny read more

Got my hair cut here and definitely regret it. The whole experience was them just talking about stupid things to eachother and making comments over and over that i must be a trump supporter because im white. Cool dude (genius business men right here). It took him over an hour to cut my hair and then as im getting out of the chair he adds, " oh the prices are misleading, they are actually 10$ more. Also how much do u want to tip?" I must be an idiot for falling for that one. Ive never paid so much for a mediocre $10 cut. These guys are the biggest tools ive ever met. This one guy was dressed straight out of jersey shore and was talking trash about anyone thay walked in. Like dude you cut hair for a living, calm down. read more

Ask for Danny! This guys fire, best haircut I've ever had, he can fix up this face like it's never been fixed up before. The man knows his way around a straight blade and a fade, he'll get you lookin so fresh you won't even recognize yourself when you get out of his chair. read more

I recently started coming to this barbershop. I have been testing out and looking for a new barber for over a year now. I was in desperate need of a haircut so i decided to call this place and schedule an appointment. Danny was my barber and he was very professional. Upon arrival i was quickly seated for my haircut. Danny does not rush and takes his time to make sure your haircut comes out perfect! The blend was superb and the line up was the crispiest i have had in a long time! Thank you Danny i think i have finally found a new barber! I will definitely be back! Call and ask for danny! He is the best! read more

Golden State Barber Lounge - Best barber! - Barbers Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Ray has been cutting my hair for over 3 years and I will continue to return to Golden State. The shop is always clean and neat. Barely any wait time and can always schedule via text or call. Everyone that cuts here is a comedian but they are always professional. I've never had a single complaint and Ray pays close attention to detail which I appreciate. I would recommend anyone to this shop. Keep up the great work fellas. read more