Patsy's, and the Heart of a City The heart of a city doesn't…read morebeat in time to the rhythm of landmarks whose silhouettes are stamped on postcards. Its pulse doesn't shake the shopping centers or the offices or the multitudes they carry. It honors no arrhythmia before the Capitol or the architecture that has grown around it. Because it's often the case that the biggest machine lives and dies not by its most imposing part, but by the smallest pin in its center. It's easy to miss Patsy's Barber Shop if you're weaving through the traffic of State and Pearl. You have to know to take the right onto Howard Street and go slowly enough not to miss the white neon tubing that brightens the shop and casts just enough of its glow onto the sidewalk to let you see the barbers ply their trade. Patsy's opened in 1930 at the cusp of the Great Depression, when a proper haircut was a man's resume and the newspaper on the empty seat was the employment office. It was a family business, like many that had dotted the downtown and further south to the neighborhoods that would eventually be sacrificed to Nelson Rockefeller's sense of grandeur. William "Tragedy" Yager now presides over the memories absorbed into the mirrors and the padded chairs. Since 2006, he's followed in the footsteps of his great grandfather, a man who likely opened up shop as he always did on the day Japanese planes set off for infamy. And anyone who's had a seat in one of his chairs and a hot towel on their face knows that Tragedy didn't just inherit a trade; he inherited a love and a duty to everyone that crosses the threshold. A large man with a long, thick beard and a tapestry of tattoos lining both temples, he wouldn't strike you as a man you would want to meet in a dark alley. But again, the seat, the hot towel, two minutes in conversation, and you'll realize that he's exactly the man you would want to meet in a dark alley if your car broke down, if you were cold, hungry and scared, if everybody passed you by. Because there are certain things you can expect from those possessed of the instinct of leadership. But what you may not expect is that sometimes, the places where matters are truly decided accept walk-ins. Patsy's Barber Shop has two locations, 3 Howard Street in downtown Albany and Room 126 on the Concourse Level. Call for an appointment and check for hours. And be sure to patronize the many barbers Tragedy has trained personally.

I've always been hesitant about getting my beard trimmed and shaped with the worry of having it cut…read moremore than I want to. I finally had the courage to have Jayden work on my beard and he absolutely did exactly what I wanted and it came out amazing! Thank you Jayden and Patsy's you now have a customer for life!

Great men's barber shop. They take walk ins and appointments. The ATM is broken. They charge a…read moresteep fee for cuts and for ATM but take their time with customers. Review: 5

Great place great service. Ask for Matt Raymond. I do recommend doing appointment they do walk ins…read morebut you might be waiting. I was a walk in and was seated within 45 minutes. This is a place to go to for straight razor cuts.

This place is a great place to get your hair cut. It's a nice clean shop, everyone is very friendly…read moreand helpful. If you want to do something different than you usually do, these guys have good suggestions and know what they are doing. They have experience with different hair types, and styles. Highly recommend this place!

Spent roughly 20 years looking for the perfect barber shop. One where you not only got a great cut…read moreat a great price, but just as importantly a place where everyone enjoyed themselves and joked around in an almost "movie" like setting. Headliners fits the bill when it comes to fun and friendly atmospheres, but most importantly the barbers who work there treat you like your a regular even when it's your first time in that chair. Since my first cut their roughly 2 years ago I have never so much as thought to go any where else. I genuinely enjoy my monthly cut and look forward to going in the shop. In fact if it were up to me and if my hair grew fast enough you'd see me in "Headliners" every week. I highly suggest seeing Jose Martinez for a guaranteed great overall experience. With that being said each and every barber at this shop is solid and more then worth the price of admission!

Nelson was my barber since I was a walk in and I've nothing but the highest praise and satisfaction…read morewith his skills. I was treated with respect and professionalism. I would recommend this spot to anyone seeking to level up their haircut game. -enrique

Total professionals and exceptional customer service. They made me feel welcomed the first time I…read morewalked into the establishment.

Their barber Alex did a great job fading my hair and lining up my beard, they've got great…read morehospitality and even better quality- I'd definitely recommend them if you're in the area

Clean place with a very courteous and knowledgeable barber. Thorough cut also. Will plan to come…read moreback.

Convenient, professional, and efficient. They work fast without cutting corners. The attention to…read moredetail was there, and they made sure I was satisfied before I left. Solid work on both hair and beard, and the price was more than fair. This is a reliable shop. They were very laid back. I'll definitely be coming back. One more thing I don't have to worry about anymore!

Good cut, quickly done, and a friendly shop. My husband loves going here. And now I have to add…read moresome more characters for Yelp to accept my review. But what can I say besides they did a great job quickly?

You aren't going to get a beer or a snack when you walk in or while you're waiting and they don't…read morehave a fancy coffee bar with cookies. This is a barber shop with barbers who have been cutting hair longer than most others around. Joe, age 84, cut my hair today and it was just how I wanted it. He took the time asked a lot of questions because it was my first time there and it was great. They'll give you exactly what you ask for as long as you tell them, they'll stop along the way and ask you how it's looking, and they care enough to give you a great haircut for $10-15 less than the place down the street. You can buy a lot more beer and coffee with the money you save here and get a great haircut too!! In the plaza behind the Fresh Market and across from Burger King you'll find the Siena Barbershop since 1964. Walk-ins are welcome and it's cash only. There is an ATM inside if you forgot cash.

Siena Barber Shop and Hairstyle is spectacular! I am a female, and Maria gives me the best haircuts…read moreI have ever had. Our pleasant conversations have included my questions, of her suggestion of natural ways to condition my hair, and facial skin. Maria's knowledge has been The Best of any of my advisors, because of the more spectacular results. Wow! : )

Every time I go have my silver hair cut and styled by Christine she does an awesome job and i…read morealways feel greatl‼

I wish I could give it a negative star. My husband got his hair cut here today. It was worse than…read morethe hair cut I gave him during COVID shut down. He said the shaver seemed to get stuck in his hair. He ended up having to go to Jean Paul Salon to get it improved - cut was so bad it couldn't be fixed. I've attached a photo of the cut pre Jean Paul. It doesn't show the bald patch on his crown... I don't like leaving such a bad review and maybe there are some good stylists at this place, but wanted to let people know they should definitely do their homework on finding a stylist before just booking a cut here.

Unfortunately I was writing a review and this is the wrong place. I will leave my rating so it…read moredoesn't hurt this business

For males: stick with Toni, because Steve decided to give me uneven, summer haircut that I didn't…read morerequest. Toni will be creative giving you ideas depending on what you want to have done and what would look better and will cut your hair and do your beard however you desire. Steve will ask what you want and do something different. Steve never again, nice guy though. Toni, you better let me know next time before you take few days off so I don't get shaved like this This place also has coffee, tea or cake, pie, snacks for customers while they wait. Lovely family atmosphere, happy customers.

- very talented barber - very cordial and nice personality…read more- he met me at Love's barber shop in Gateway Plaza - make sure you know your barber lingo, he asked me a bunch of questions, I had never been asked before and I'm 43 years old Literally get it how you want it

I needed an edge. I called for a walk in and and within 90 minutes he said he could fit me in…read more The barber was kind, courteous and friendly. He put on his mask once I entered and they take credit cards which was helpful. The shop was clean and sanitization protocols were in place.