Vlas is great. He is friendly and the TV is great to have in the shop fantastic. He's very sports…read moreoriented

Vlas is fantastic. He's been cutting my son's hair for years and is so friendly and relaxed and…read morealways willing to touch it up a few days later if I realize my son didn't go short enough.

My sister got married yesterday (to a great guy with a full head of hair) but I am bald so I never…read moredo haircuts anymore. With that said, I did want to put in the effort and get my beard properly trimmed up. Last August, I went to this a place in New Canaan before my friend Gillian's wedding (happy anniversary to them btw) and they literally charged me $200 to shave my head and trim my beard. That place also didn't even do a great job shaving my head - I had to touch it up myself - so I knew I was not going back to that place before my sister's wedding. I will never go back there. Ever. So with that place being ruled out I decided to search for a new place and found Rudy's: conveniently located very close to my grandma's place in Darien. I'm so glad that I did. Erin (master stylist) absolutely crushed and went above and beyond the service I selected. I've literally gotten a "haircut" 2 times since 2018; it's strange to find myself back in the chair. I used to have sick hair tbh. I digress. Erin was an absolute pro and had my beard looking super sharp for the wedding. I basically just said "I trust you, do what you think is best" - she nailed it. The entire team there was super nice and accommodating and I would recommend them to everyone in the area. I would recommend them to people not in the area too. The location itself was very nice. It has tons of parking and it has a really beautiful interior. Classy vibe, but not trying to be something beyond what it is. Idk if that makes sense. The point is that this is a great spot and you should get your haircut or beard trimmed or head shaved here in my honest opinion. It's also reasonably priced IMO. I absolutely crushed it at my sister's wedding btw and that's probably because of Rudy's Grooming Club.

Been coming to Rudy for more than 10 years. Tried other places early on, but couldn't find the…read moreconsistently perfect cuts and services anywhere else. The entire team makes you feel welcome but provides the best services I have found from shaves to cuts to waxing. They even do really well with kids -- better than the cuts my kids received at specialist kids places. Have seen Erin just be magical with little ones. I'm a die hard fan that drives right by 20 other options to come here. Highly, highly recommended.

A local institution for decades. The barbers here are quick, proficient and super friendly. I'm a…read moreloyal customer going on 25 years and will go nowhere else Reservations and masks are a must during COVID, but I feel very safe.

If you walk in to the barber shop and only Betty is working, turn around and come back later when…read morethere are male barbers in the shop. My blind uncle could've given me a better haircut.

These two gentlemen, Mark and Anthony, not only give you a great haircut, they give my beard a…read moreperfect trim all the while entertaining you with pleasant and jovial conversation. They have a very loyal clientele and I have become one of them. And importantly for people with younger children, they have a gentle way about them that puts youngsters at ease. I wouldn't go anywhere else.

Great place to get men/young boy haircut. They don't take credit card. Cash only. Thursday's is by…read moreappointment only. Other days you can walk in appointment.

Highly recommend working with George! He is great at cutting hair, and also great with listening to…read moreyour needs. I have crazy hair and he made it look great. Get in the chair!

Highly recommend George. Perfect haircuts. He is excellent with children too! (cut both our boys…read moreages 7 & 2). Convenient location, ample parking, excellent customer service, delightful conversation, positive vibe, clean, tastefully decorated, and great prices.

I had an amazing experience at Hammer & Nails in Darien, CT. I accidentally showed up an hour early…read morefor my appointment, and the front desk team still made it work and got me in, huge points for customer service and flexibility. This was my first haircut with Fadi, and it definitely won't be my last. He's quick and efficient in the best way being confident, skilled, and still extremely detail-oriented. I told him I wanted a new haircut and a different look, and he delivered. The cut came out sharp, modern, and exactly what I needed. You also get the full Hammer & Nails luxury grooming experience with the spa-style touches, the relaxing setup, and they offer any beverage you'd like, which makes the whole appointment feel like a reset, not just a haircut. The shop itself is brand new in a new construction development, everything is clean, modern, and comfortable. If you're looking for a high-end men's barbershop in Darien, a men's haircut, or premium men's grooming services, I highly recommend Hammer & Nails Darien and book with Fadi.

Had a reservation and all went very well. Walked in a little earlier and was greeted and since this…read morewas first time there, was shown around. Very spacious, clean, welcoming and scent/aroma from oil/candles in the place was relaxing and soothing. The guy with the beard at the front desk was awesome !! He offered me a drink and showed me around explaining what the business had to offer. Soon after met with Andre the barber. Also friendly, professional and accommodating. I showed him a photo of the cut I wanted and he quickly agreed to take care of me. I also had my beard trimmed and facial masked treatment. Wow ! Amazing !! Felt like a new man coming out of there. Kudos to this specific location and my wife for taking care of me.

Rudy and Marvin give good hair cuts, great guys and helpful…read more The rest of the staff and barbers are not great, they have little respect for their clientele. I had a membership with my son we went every few weeks. Each time we waited and waited, we had many times where we showed up and the barber was not there and they "fit us in" with someone else (we did not show up to have a haircut with a different person). The amenities got worse and worse and everyone but Rudy acted as if they did not want to be there. We did not take advantage of the shampoo etc., so our haircuts were 10-15 minutes and this was the case for years. There were a two - three occasions when we were 10-15 minutes late and they acted angrily and would not work with us, despite us waiting 15-30 mins most times we get a haircut....horrid service. Most recently I ran late called ahead and they said to come 15 minutes late, they called me when I was in the parking lot and walking in, I was 14 minutes late and said "they don't have time for you". Given this complaint and a request to pass along comments to the owner, I received an email saying "we cannot accommodate your requests......your appointments and membership are cancelled" this was from Linette. This happened the day of a haircut, after I reached. Linette was rude and refused to let me send in a complaint to anyone but her, despite being cancelled on and delayed (nearly everytime). She said the owner had no interest in speaking with clients and was "disengaged" from the business. Do not go here unless you have extra time to spend and want to be mistreated. One of the worst run organizations I have ever seen. The turnover in receptionists and staff is amazing. Note: Rudy is fantastic! The others believe they are doing you a favor by having you as a client.

Love this place. Great atmosphere (and haircuts!). Just…read moregive them enough of a heads up, it get's busy fast.

My husband and neighbor both visit the barber, Mike Vega, regularly and enjoy the experience. When…read moremy 3-year-old son needed a haircut this summer - and fast! - I followed their advice and stopped in. He loved it! Mike is kind, patient and professional. He does a fabulous job and is our go-to when it is time for a trim. My son enjoys visiting so much, he requests to get his hair cut each time we drive past. The Parking is convenient (and free) and the price is reasonable.

I love going to Mike for four reasons. 1) my wife is happy with how he cuts my hair (most…read moreimportant!). 2) he is highly entertaining. He is funny, honest, pleasantly quirky, has lots of good stories, and reminds of a simpler times. 3) He loves kids, and is great with my son. He always has something to keep him occupied. A game, gum ball, quarters, nerf basketball, scary toy in the back, etc. 4) He knows how to take care of his customers, and is willing to come in whenever he can, if he can make it.

1st time while in Connecticut, very nice Gentleman, fast service for a walk in ! Great haircut…read more Plenty of parking in the plaza.

Friendly Good haircuts…read more But expensive (my last cut was $42) and an expectation of cash only payment It's just too pricey (especially Springdale - it makes it pricier than the centre of Darien where it's also expensive at $40 though no cash expectation) I guess the rents must be outrageously high that this needs to be covered in the prices charged You can get a haircut in queens for $15