Lobby 86 Cuts and Shave

Still the best hair cut I've gotten in San Diego…read more I have been going here for over 8 years and have never had a bad hair cut. The hair cuts are always consistent and look great, but the consistency is what I appreciate. Steven is my barber. He took me in as a walk-in years ago and have stayed with him ever since. Steven also cuts my son's hair so it's always fun to go together and get our ears lowered. There are currently 4 barbers here. All are super cool with fun personalities. They always have music or a movie playing. They also have a beer fridge, so help yourself if you're thirsty. Hair cut prices are fair, in my opinion, because you get a great quality cut and a shaving cream/razor finish. Cuts cost $35 You make your appointments on their website. They have a phone number that you can call them, but thy prefer you make your appointment online. I downloaded the Booksy app and make my appointment that way. It's super easy and straight forward. I don't think they always take walk-ins but you can try your luck.

I've been coming here since I moved across the street a couple of years ago. I have sat in every…read morechair in the shop and every one of the barbers deliver a top notch haircut. Kyle is my go-to when our schedules match (Kevin is my backup, but equally good. As are all of the guys.) It's always nice when your guy remembers you and I always have a great time catching up. I just had my first haircuts in six months and he still knew exactly what I wanted. I walked out clean and felt great. I always enjoy the crew working the chairs. Good Padres talk and people that know the area and make me feel like I'm at home. They recently redid the inside of the shop and it looks awesome, BUT they took out one of the TVs and three of the five chairs have to stare at the wall if they don't feel like being social. I love the cuts and the conversation, but I miss being able to see the TV from my seat. I hope it doesn't affect which barbers get people because of that. Big fan of these guys and super happy to have them nearby!

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4.6(61 reviews)

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I've been coming to La Mesa Barber shop for over 6 years. Lee is the only one that I trust to do my…read morehair. He has great attention to detail and genuinely loves making people look their best! My son Looks forward to his cuts as well! Thank you !

Great haircuts at an extremely affordable price. Walked in for the first time and was greeted with…read morea warm smile and was told I would be helped next. Sat down and got a really good skin fade done in 30 mins or less. Had some great conversation and will definitely be coming back.

No frills, clean cut.

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Honor Among Thieves

5.0(19 reviews)

0.5 mi

Tino regularly cut my hair a few years but we lost track of each other when he changed shops. By…read morechance, we reconnected and he gave me the best cut I've had in years. What a great shop. I live in South Park but will be back again soon. Every one is so friendly and a great vibe.

My husband was looking for a good barber shop as he works on leveling up his style. He wanted to…read morestop going to the good ole franchise barber shops and go somewhere that can advise him on how to style his hair. He found this place on Google and had an amazing experience and have returned once since!

Honor Among Thieves is a find at the edge of La Mesa Village!

Javier delivered Deacon's best cut yet.

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Boulevard Barber & Shave

4.6(86 reviews)

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I've been getting my hair cut for 20 years, but the last three years with Azaleah have easily been…read morethe best. For 150+ weeks straight, I've trusted her with my hair, and she has never missed. Azaleah isn't just an incredibly talented barber who gives the sharpest fades I've ever had-she is an absolute pleasure to be around and has become a consistent, bright spot in my weekly routine. I constantly get compliments on her work, and as I prepare to move, saying goodbye to this shop is one of the hardest parts. It's going to take a long time to find anyone who can even come close to her skill and character. If you want a barber who genuinely cares about the craft and her clients, look no further.

Azaleah is my go to gal. She's been cutting my hair for 13 years. The salon is warm and friendly…read more If you're looking for a good razor fade, go see

Kristy .

Before mess | After Clean uP^

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Ducky's Barber Shop

4.7(239 reviews)

5.7 mi•Bostonia

I've been going to Ducky's for several years because the service is excellent, friendly and clean…read more I used to get my haircut & beard trim from Jesse, before he moved to TN. Now Danny cuts my hair and trims my beard and does an excellent job as well. If you don't take your hair care needs to Ducky's, you're losing money. Thank you, Danny, I'll be back.

I can't say anything but meticulous, great, friendly, totally on point. Sad I'm moving after I…read morefound out. This would be my spot if I was staying.

Hair cut by mike

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S & N Barber Shop and Master Shave

4.7(128 reviews)

2.7 mi•Fletcher Hills

Fabulous Shop, Barber, "Naseem"! Kind, high customer care &…read moreprofessionalism in his craft, totally cool shop!!, excellent pricing, and high attention to detail in his cuts & grooming. Took my 92year old father. He looked like a new man once Naseem finished. Found out he's the Owner as well. If I could give him 10's it wouldn't be overrated in the least. Run, don't walk, if you want an EPIC cut & style.

so I just stopped here at lunchtime to get an edge my hair and a shave. They advertise a full…read morehaircut as $30. The barber offered to clean the sides of my hair a bit too, and the shave was with an old electric, shaving machine, not the expected blade shave that you get in a barbershop not very pleasant and at the end the bill was $40 so will not be going back to the place and I don't recommend it. Addendum: see the business-owner response bellow. I will not comment on it as it speaks for itself.

COLLAGE of LAST Four VISITS!!!

Great job

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S & N Barbershop and Master Shave, the best place to get a haircut in East County!!!

Wise's Barbershop

4.7(15 reviews)

1.3 mi

My kid had been growing his hair out for years and then suddenly decided he wanted to cut it all…read moreoff. As someone who has fallen victim to some terrible haircuts in my childhood, I refused to let that happen to him. I got on the Google machine and literally typed in "best place in San Diego for a 12 year old boy to get a cool haircut" (LOL) and Wise's popped up. I booked an appointment with Tommy and I am so glad that I did! Tommy took the time to listen to my kid and they figured out together exactly what he wanted. He left the barbershop feeling so good and confident. I caught him checking himself out in the mirror constantly after that first haircut, he loved it! We just went back in yesterday for a trim before school starts and now, once again, he cannot stop staring at himself. Thank you, Tommy! Obviously, we will be back!

My 1st time here & even though they had appointments lined up for the day, Danny took me in on a…read morewalk in basis! Danny managed to trim my beard during the process & we had a great conversation (I love to vent), he listened. Respectful, courteous & polite. I'll be back again, with an appointment, after dropping off my doggie at Doggie Do's.

Loved the peacock and the guitars on the wall.

My handsome guy and his new cut

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Van's Barber

4.2(80 reviews)

2.1 mi

Took my Grandson in for a haircut, he was a little bushy so brought him Van's where I know he'll…read moreget a great cut, they are awesome with kids! The Vibe is like an old tyme shop which is cool! Benny hair turned out perfect and the cost was inline with other shops.

I should of went to yelp first and looked at the pictures. WTF is wrong with the barber?!?! I asked…read morefor 2 clip fade, he proceeds to use a zero and fades so high and inward. Now I have to consider shaving my head or wear a hat for the next month or so. Stay away from this stupid place. I can't post photos it's too damn embarrassing.

My Grandson Benny and Mr Fong the Barber.

The barber who cut or butchered my hair . :/

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Always happy to see Van!

Faded Barbershop

3.3(8 reviews)

4.7 mi•Cajon Heights

So glad I found this place! I'm new to the El Cajon area and had been searching for a barbershop…read morethat could properly cut my 7-year-old's hair. Daniel was available, and he did an amazing job! The haircut turned out exactly how I wanted. My little man can't stop looking in the mirror. The customer service here is top-tier. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming. I also had my two other boys with me, and the staff went out of their way to make them feel comfortable. My middle child even got to play PlayStation while we waited, which made the experience so much easier. We've definitely found our barbershop. Highly recommend!

We're visiting from Hawaii and my 14 year old son wanted a cut from Andrew. We were able to get an…read moreappointment same day, and he did a FANTASTIC job on my son's hair! He listened to what he wanted and did exactly what he asked. Totally worth the drive out from where we are staying. Mahalo from Hawai'i!!

Eyebrows! And previous haircut at the Faded.

Taper, beard line up

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Fixed the hair. Amazing service

Legendz Barbershop

4.0(47 reviews)

0.5 mi

Not from San Diego area, I needed a place for a cut. This place came highly recommended from a…read morefamily friend. Legendz did not disappoint. I got cut by Larry; friendly, welcoming, great conversation, an all around professional barber, great music and a friendly environment. Price was 30 for the cut. In riverside I pay the same so it's consistent. I was a walk in but there was an available chair, i recommend making an appointment because i can see it getting busy. I recommend this place to everyone who is in the area.

Legendz barbershop Owner TIM…read more On May 1, 2025, I made a Venmo transaction for Braids by Sonia, but accidentally sent it to, Tim Dadaba the owner of Legends Barber Shop and my barber at one. I contacted Tim via text, May 1 who indicated receiving an email notification of the transaction (full text messages may be uploaded to Google and Yelp). Nonetheless, Tim agreed to refund the in error payment. On May 2, I contacted Venmo, conveyed the situation, and they provided a case number for Tim to use to reverse the $190 transaction. Although I provided Tim with the case number and instructions of the process, I didn't hear back from him for 3 weeks, by which time I had already disputed the charge with my bank and venmo canceled the claim due to the owner of Legendz failed to contact venmo to dispute the claim (email reply will be attached to Google and Yelp). When communicating with Tim via text, he's insisting that I contact Venmo again to reverse the charges, which I'm unable to do. Tim has sent voice and text messages expressing extreme frustration about the inconvenience and mentioning an issue with his significant other, but I'm unclear how that relates to him taking $190 from me. I've informed him that I've spoken to my bank to dispute the charge. As of today, July 17, 2025 my banking institution finds "no error" thereby reversing the disputed amount of $190.00. The unnecessary waste of my time has led to mental frustration and confusion, resulting in a series of issues including gas, debit card replacement, a new credit card, a Better Business Bureau complaint, public notification through various media outlets, and a small claims court case for $190, plus any additional fees (court & notary) etc. Side note: My transactions with venmo clearly show no transactions between, Tim and myself since August 16, 2023. However, the business I intended to pay reflects $190 transaction on multiple occasions in the past year and a half. My initial interaction with Tim required me to make a deposit for first time consumers per his policy, after the initial visit he reversed the deposit on venmo thereby crediting my account. What sets this transaction apart? The owner of Legendz Barber shop has stolen a $190 invalid payment then later created a scenario to justify stealing my money and needless to say Tim and myself never had an altercation when I was a client.

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Willie F.

249

10 years ago

The sign says it all!!!!..."Quality" didn't make the grand opening but out here today to celebrate my Bruh Zaman's success!...His spirit is infectious and his heart for his craft can't be matched! Zaman is a consummate professional and a Great friend much fortune to you always! Highly recommend. You'll enter a client but leave as a friend! #ManOfGod #TakingOldSchoolQuality #bruhsfalife #Lobby86Cuts &Shaves. 7283 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115, b/t 73rd St & Harbinson Ave La Mesa Directions Call (619) 741-0880 https://m.yelp.com/biz/lobby-86-cuts-and-shave-san-diego read more

Devin H.

10 years ago

I've had a Yelp account for 5 years and this is my first review, so that gives you an idea of how much I liked Lobby 86. I've never really had a barber. When I needed my hair cut I would go to whichever place was nearest -- Super Cuts, Sport Clips, etc -- and get a cut from whoever happened to be working at the time. Now, I've found my barber. Zaman is a great guy, stylish, and gives a great cut. The shop itself is really cool, featuring beer, TV, local art and clothing products. I'll be back next month. read more

Danielle H.

10 years ago

Zaman has been cutting my Husband hair for more than 8 years & when I say he is a master at his craft that's an underStatement. His line work is amazing & he makes sure my love stays looking so fresh every time he walks out the shop. I am So proud of Zaman on his beautiful new shop. The vibe & energy when you walk in makes you never wanna leave. Make your appt with him ASAP! You will not regret it! Lobby 86 A One Of A Kind. There is no other shop like it! Go check my boy Zaman out! read more

Carlos B.

10 years ago

I went to Zaman for the first time today and let me tell you I was most pleaseantly surprised. Not only does the man display great hospitality but he also is as professional with his craft as one can get. Being new to the area its always hard to come across a good barber, but the man made me a believer. He got my hair cut just like I wanted it on the first try. i will be coming here again for my next hair cut and those to come. read more

Jamey P.

10 years ago

Lobby 86 Cuts and Shave was recommended by a friend at work. I am so glad I gave the place a try. I needed to have my trimmed (actually fixed from a previous cut at a different establishment) and I called up the place and Zaman was friendly as could be. He had me come on by and he gave me one of the best beard trims I have ever have. I am will certainly be going back for future haircuts and beard trims! read more

James T.

10 years ago

When Zaman told me he was opening a new shop I had to follow him there. His Cutz and shaves are always on point and his service is both fast and friendly and he strives to cater to your needs as a client. Zaman has been cutting my hair for the past 8 years and I'm happy to say that he will continue to be my only barber. His new shop has a great look and I'm more than happy to be a client there. read more

The H.

8 years ago

I've known Zaman Since Highschool! 2006 I Remember My First Cut From This Guy I Have Some Nappy Fro Going On And He Cleaned Me Up For A Job Interview Next Day Snagged The Job Hmmm.. Wonder If It Was The Fresh Cali Fam Cutt !! Great Enviroment Very Clean & Professional. I Can Recommended Any Ages & Races For A Professional OG Cutt From My Boy Zaman !!! #StayBlessed #KeepItUp&Real read more

Kuinise L.

607

10 years ago

Hands down, I will fellow zaman where ever he goes. A little back story, I grew my hair out since I was born. It was super long, but I told my self on my 18th birthday I would cut it. And you who I picked to do it, the same guy that's cutting my hair as I'm typing this.... The best Zaman! Everyone needs a haircut, why not have the best! read more

Tyler P.

10 years ago

First time at this barber shop. Z was the man. Gave me a good cut. Very nice guy. He engages the whole shop in conversation - even the guests who are waiting, which was cool. Made the wait time feel shorter. Had a flatscreen with football on and there is a taco shop next door. What more could you ask? Will definitely be going back soon. read more

Phil G.

10 years ago

One of the best barber shops in San Diego. Zaman is an artist when it comes to his craft. I've seen him cut all types of hair and provide an edgy look with every one. I've been getting my haircut by zaman for the better part of 4 years and I don't plan on changing. Looking for a great cut? Lobby 86 is the place to go! read more

Joey G.

402

10 years ago

Zaman is the man! We were just enjoying some taco's at Tako Factory and decided to walk-in to Lobby 86. Glad we did. It's a welcoming shop that not only wants to be the best at their craft but also wants to have the best all-around service. If i didnt live in Tennessee, Zaman would be my barber hands-down. read more

Jordan B.

10 years ago

My friend has been going to Zaman for as long as I've know him. A few months ago I finally decided to go along. I'm glad I did, it nice to find a barber who treats every haircut like a piece of art and isn't satisfied until you are! Won't get my haircut anywhere else now! read more

Joey M.

754

10 years ago

Zaman is one of the most talented barbers in San Diego. He can cut any hair style, do a basic cut, designs, combovers, professional cut, whatever you are looking for he can do. Super friendly and always offers a water or beer if you are 21. Highly recommend his service. read more

Katie M.

9 years ago

It was our first time and Zaman was very welcoming and amazing with all my kids! He didn't mind my littlest roaming the shop! Most importantly did an amazing haircut and took his time! It never felt rushed! Definitely will be going back!!!! read more

John H.

10 years ago

Zaman at Lobby 86 are doing big things.. The cut is above par, the environment is on point, and the vibe is right. If you haven't found a barber in San Diego see Zaman, he will take care of you and get it done right. read more

Abdulwahab A.

10 years ago

First time at Lobby 86 and i couldn't have been more satified with the job Brandon did. Great environment good experience will definitely be back for my next cut and will be recommending this place to all my friends. read more

Alex G.

10 years ago

The atmosphere to Lobby 86 is great! The shops got some great vibes and your guaranteed to get a great cut! I would highly recommend for anyone who's looking for that classic gentleman's barber shop! Keep it up Z! read more

Kobe T.

10 years ago

Just went today for the first time zaman has been cutting my hair since about 7 years ago and I can honestly say I'm proud of him and thankful to have him as a barber and a friend thanks for the great cut zaman read more

Juan P.

10 years ago

This place has a great vibe and is staffed with talented and skilled personnel. You'll feel at home here with all the positive attitudes. I'll definitely continue to come here for my cuts. read more

Daena R.

108

10 years ago

Very professionally with reasonable prices. I have a big beard and the barber (owner) gave me tips and information about basic upkeeps. Would definitely recommend to anyone! read more

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