MD Barber has been around for well over a decade, and after several visits I can see why they've built such a loyal following. I usually walk in without an appointment--which isn't really how they prefer to operate--but they've always managed to take good care of me. From Jesse to Jose, the crew is friendly, laid-back, and genuinely skilled. They don't rush you through the chair either. Expect about 30 minutes of attention to detail: trim, haircut, hot foam, and a clean razor finish. You get the full MD Barber experience, and it shows. The atmosphere is just as entertaining as the haircut. The barbers are constantly joking with each other, the conversation is lively, and yes, the language can get a little colorful. During my last visit, Austin Powers was playing in the background, so every now and then you could almost hear, "Yeah, baby!" fitting perfectly with the vibe. If you're looking for a polished, silent spa experience, this probably isn't your place. But if you want a quality haircut, plenty of laughs, and a classic neighborhood barbershop with personality, MD Barber is a great choice. read more

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TL;DR: 100% get your cut here. Real barbershop so expect some PG-13+ language. If you're bringing kids just keep in mind you choose to bring them here willingly. Your cut will be top of the line and best spot in town hands down. I come here every time I'm in town and schedule cuts accordingly. Mizael is my go-to barber. YOU CAN EVEN MAKE AN APPOINTMENT FROM YELP! ----- So M D Barber (MDB) is one of those spots that if you knowingly are aware of the type of place and what they offer you'll have a solid 5 star experience. Taking a look at a few other reviews and for me personally I think many of them didn't take the time to do some follow-up research because not once in my 10+ visits the past 1.5 years (I travel a bit back home as you can tell) have I had a bad experience or anything that caught me off guard. I'm certain if most of these folks took the time to find out ahead of time they would be a lot more understanding. MDB is a PROPER BARBERSHOP. Don't expect some hispter vibe or some place that is trying to be more than what it is. This is not a family friendly environment; although, you can bring your little one(s) to get haircuts up to a certain age. The youngest I've seen is about 8 years old TBH. ONCE AGAIN You're gonna hear some raunchy banter, you're gonna crack a few jokes and have some off-the-wall conversations. The barbers are gonna chat with each other and with fellow customers. But you know what you are gonna get? A DAMN GREAT HAIRCUT WITH BAD ASS CUSTOMER SERVICE. The family at MDB take a lot of pride in their work and they're meticulous AF in their craft. This isn't a commercial salon where everyone is in-n-out of their chair within 20-30 minutes. If that's more your speed GO ELSEWHERE. Honestly it boggles me when folks want that type of haircut to begin with. Your hair is like a billboard to the face I always preach. I recommend you prepare for a 45 minutes haircut and if you didn't make an appointment ahead of time, expect longer. This place is primarily an appointment operated business. There's a reason for that. You're gonna walk out with one of the best cuts you've had. They do accept walk-ins when they have space but just be aware you may be waiting a bit as a walk-in. I once had a last minute event and my wait was about 45 minutes so not too bad. I've been going back to Mizael for a few times every time I'm in town and prioritize grabbing a cut from him when visiting. The way he cuts hair is great, but it's his fading on the sides that's made me a loyal patron. Some of the best work IMO. Many of the barbers here extend their contact information where you can simply text them. They also offer shampoo/wash for a small fee which I grab every time. If I was able to pack up MDB and take them with me wherever I travel around the world I'd do it in a heartbeat. See y'all in Feb for a wedding in town. read more

Haven't been in 5 years so maybe service has changed but the owner gives decent cuts, Mark, everyone else is not worth going to. Environment is really tailored for Andrew Tate fans so I'll let you interpret that how you want. There are honestly better barbershops in El Paso, youre better off even just getting a shitty fade by some freshman from Franklin HS in his garage because at least then it's free. read more

the FIRST SGT complimented my cut. all the barbers have good chemistry snd if you open up youll have a good convo. if you're looking for the review "can I trust them" this is it they are good. very good vibe. read more

Bit of a wait usually if you're a walk in, but worth it. Great haircuts and excellent service. Fun to shoot the breeze with the fellas too, and they're good at what they do. Unfortunately I'm told there's no online booking system so you've got to go old school with a phone call each time, which is an annoyance to me, but a minor one, admittedly. Best haircut I've had in El Paso, and the price is good too: i think i wind up paying $25 not including tip for a basic men's cut. Same cost as most places, better service than any of them in my experience. This is my go-to now. read more

Excellent service. We've been here twice for my son's haircut. I have no issues but do recommend making an appointment since the place is usually busy. Otherwise expect to wait a little bit before getting seen. read more

I'd like to commend this spot right off the back for their customer service. All the barbers there were laid back and down to earth. For my first time visiting, it did not give a good first impression the barber being 15min late, no biggie but this is unusual for appointments I have set a specific appt time. The actual haircut was completed in approx 25 minutes. And it was precisely that, a "family cuts" caliber haircut. Compared to other spots, the skill of this place was mediocre at best. Quality Barber shops usually take 45min-1hr in perfecting a cut, fade, and line ups, which is reflected in charging $25 and up for a haircut. I by no means am trying to slam this spot, but as a means of constructive criticism in hopes of improvement. This place has great potential. read more

So if you have children under the age of 6, they can't come here. Even if they know how to behave in the chair, even though they have received hair cuts since they were 2 years old. No exception! Despite that, they looked like they were doing some good with on the inside. Very clean and presentable. Policies need to change to get more business. read more

If you like hearing grown men say 'bro' to end every sentence, complain about their girlfriends, and compare how much they drank while swearing like 6th graders in a tree house this place is for you! Seriously - good cuts but no ambition. This place could fill all the chairs and have multiple locations but they won't get their grown man game on. It's stunning to hear grown men talk about 'bitches' with women in the room. Customers walk in and nobody says hello, or sign in, or F you. It's a great concept, and much needed, it's just too bad whoever owns it lacks ambition, common sense, and a will to be great. It can still be a cool spot even if you say hello, don't degrade women, and treat people like their time is important. read more

READ THIS FIRST BEFORE YOU GO TO THIS PLACE! First of all, the place looks great-inside and out. Now, the important information you must know. I wanted to get a haircut at this place recently and waited about an hour...there was only one person on the chair and one waiting before me and I could not afford to wait any longer. Why? This was what I observed during that hour-long wait: 1) No sign-in sheet 2) 3 barbers 3) The music offensive at times (explicit lyrics). 4) The barbers with exception for the female barber spend most of the time talking, using vulgar language, instead of cutting hair. YES GUYS, THE FOUL LANGUAGE IS OFFENSIVE TO OTHERS AND REALLY REFLECTS YOUR TRUE COLORS! LEARN SOME MANNERS!! Heaven forbid some poor parent takes his/her child here for a haircut. 5) Reading material is available for your very long wait. In summary, I couldn't tell you if their haircuts are good-they may be great. I am not the person to ask. However, I don't have time to waste waiting in an environment like this. There are plenty of places in El Paso that offer great haircuts at affordable prices which have a much more welcoming and classier environment and staff. I'd say use: MAGIC! MAGIC! MAGIC! I WILL NOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE TO MY FAMILY, FRIENDS, OR COLLEAGUES. TO MY FELLOW YELPERS...STAY AWAY! Peace be with you my friends. :) read more

The barbers at this place are top notch! Oh and they are hilarious. They have true barbershop skills and give you exactly what you want. Dee is one of the best ones. Give them a try! read more

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You may have to wait if you're a walk-in, but it's definitely worth it. They take their time with your hair and make sure it looks excellent. I highly reccomend as I already have with friends. read more

Warning! illicit language used! This is definitely not a family place. With that said, this place is more fittting to a specific culture. For chris'sakes the guy that cuts my hair is named CREEP! These guys had barbers at every chair and were busy the whole week before rockabilly riot 2016. One of the barbers is a ref for one of the local roller derbies, and another of the barbers rides a chopper. They have a whole shelf full of the latest and greatest pomades. And these guys can square away a pomp, and keep it within military regs. If you dont like this place then kick rocks. read more

I can not believe the comments the people are leaving behind. This place is ran by personality. You weasels are b!tching because you'd rather have someone uptight screwing up your hair. These "bros" know how to cut. I've visited this place a few times. No. 1, I do not mind the wait. No. 2, The personalities at each chair are priceless. Too many pansies I guess walk in and are easily offended. Grow a pair or find you another place to get your mullet cut. read more

Awesome place to get your hair cut!! Barbers are awesome!! Adult Humor is prevalent but quite enjoyable. If you are easily offended too bad!!! Grow Up!! read more

Legit fades and attention to detail. Quality takes a little more time but it's worth it. The crew is really funny and great customer service. read more

Good luck getting a haircut in less than an hour (or two), that is if you don't personally know the staff. In which case, you get attended within ten minutes and screw all others who have been waiting. Time is money read more

They're never open during their advertised business hours. I'm sure they do a good job and everything but I've been like five times and they're closed when they're supposed to be open. read more

MD Barber Co. puts out amazing work! I drive from Las Cruces to get my haircut. The barbershop is one of two places a guy can go out to shoot the shit with other guys. Just like being at a bar without the booze. If you get offended with guy talk at a guys only bbshop you might want to find yourself a SuperCuts. Pomades, hair product and beard oils. Clean on the inside everyone putting out great work. Schedule an appointment and you won't be disappointed. read more

My husband says its one of the best barber shops hes been to and he travels the country for work. Mark the owner did a great job. He knew exactly what to do with my husbands hair. Everyone there really friendly and made you feel welcome. And they were not in a rush to get you in and out. read more

I was referred by one of my coworkers a check this place out since I'm at a town and was looking for a good barbershop. This place is amazing great Atmosphere, awesome environment, great haircuts and also they give some awesome hugs! read more

The place looks nice and the wait is long as usual. They are really disorganized and some barbers are biased towards the customers. We came in about 30 minutes before two other people came in, and they had their hair cut first because they knew the barber. I guess they haven't heard of a sign in sheet. read more

Walked in, no one greets you. There's a sign in sheet that no one tells you about. Waited an hour just to have people walk in and get in front of me after I signed in. From a business stand point they are losing thousands of dollars by just not caring. Dude took a hour to give this guy a "rat tail" hair cut. Cmon man..time is money. read more

My husband received a haircut about a year ago from MD Barbershop and loved it. Ever since, he has become a regular there. Personally, I think Mark the owner does the best job on him. I was surprised when he said he liked the cut. He normally is extremely picky with his hair. But MD Barber Co. Did an amazing job and to my surprise, satisfied my husband. The only problem, is that it is always packed! It's such a hit a here in El Paso so if you plan on going, I suggest you make an appointment. read more

WORST PLACE EVER!!! I waited for over 90 minutes. The barbers just let their regular customers cut the line. Also there is no sign up sheet so its very disorganized. The barbers were incredibly slow, around 45 minutes per customer. They showed favoritizim and they were very rude. They cursed around children as well. Never going here ever again. Service was so bad i took my time to write a review. read more

My son likes it here but man the wait is terrible . Would be nice if they would maybe stop yapping so much , they need to remember that sometimes people are in a hurry and have things to do . It's like going to a doctors office here , wait is not Worth it will start going somewhere else. read more

I'm a mother of two boys and we didn't have an appointment so (understandably) we had to wait for a long while. In the time we had to wait the conversations between the barbers and clients were not very appropriate. No respect for women and children. They may do good haircuts but definitely an adult atmosphere. read more

Place is cool they always do pretty good but be prepared to wait more than 1 and a half hour or more!! Place always always full and only 2 barbers going super slow and always on their phones looking like they dont care about customers! read more

Best cuts in town!! Just a reminder that NO Kids under 6. And there is a sign in sheet!! I definitely recommend you get to know the owner!

If you require a safe space, and foul language offends you then this isn't the place for you. But if you have a pair and don't get offended by stupid Sh!t then you will enjoy MD's. The fact is, everyone there is a BARBER and a Master with a straight edge. You will walk out out there looking good. read more

Don't even bother going here. Unless you're one of the barbers buddies, you'll just be bypassed by them as they come in. There was no service.... Zero. While twice their bros came in bypassed those waiting and jumped into the first chair open. read more