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Mandatory Barber Lounge

4.7 (31 reviews)
Closed • 12:00 pm - 8:00 PM
Updated 3 weeks ago

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Services - Mandatory Barber Lounge

Beard trim only

Haircut

Haircut and beard trim

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Jasmine P.

best barber shop in Downtown LA!! They are so welcoming, clean and know how to cut hair and are very professional. Definitely the spot for clean cuts I can't wait to refer all my friends and family!

Beautiful shop setup and they offered me beer and water!
Young-Jin Y.

David gave an excellent haircut! Spent immaculate time and effort into an amazing experience. Cut was on point and the owner Tim was nothing but welcoming and I wish him and his team nothing but success. Love seeing small family owned and operated businesses who are client focused and excel at their craft. I was offered a refreshing beer and water! They have easy guest parking in the back and the whole experience was very easy. Would recommend for anyone who wants to look their best!

Pool table, chella, barbers, multi game screens.
B I.

Great cuts and fades, A+ vibe. Jose been my barber for decade+. Wouldn't trust my look anywhere else. Thank you

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Alexis M.

I got my mohawk cut to my liking. Tim was great with the lines and the atmosphere was very chill, laid back and relaxing.

Kade J.

David is the GOAT and I recommend everyone to try him out, his fades are the best I've ever gotten. He's extremely detailed and cares about his work, and just a good dude in general who's easy to talk to. He's been my barber for years, I've followed him to several shops and this is by far my favorite. The shop is super modern and clean. The owner Tim is also super nice and welcoming, I love the vibe at Mandatory. Can't recommend this place enough!

Isaiah D.

Jose's my go to barber in LA! Been cutting me for years and always gets me right! Always good service.

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I came across this shop on a random saturday before my mom came into town, was able to get me in same day by boss dog Tim himself. the service was far beyond my expectations. Walked in with 6 year locs and a beard and walked out a new man. The shop is modern luxury, and very comfortable. Bringing in souther hospitality to LA. Let's just say I dont need to look any further for barbers. Tim executed with passion and precision. Couldn't ask for more.

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The shops name says it all, Mandatory! I've been to plenty of shops never had service like this. Different level of service and time put into my cut !! Came out like picture! Art!!

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3 months ago

Great customer service. I was a walk in and they took care of me no questions asked. Will return

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8 months ago

Jose was amazing! Great vibes, detailed, friendly, best haircut! Top notch service, haircut and beard service was 10/10.

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10 months ago

The goats. Great service and very kind. 10/10 recommend to anyone that needs a haircut in the area :)

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1 year ago

Real Gentlemen's barber lounge. Great service, good tunes, cold drinks and great conversations. Tim's got an amazing business going on.

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Haircut was amazing and shop was clean! Thank you to David for the amazing cut! Best of luck!

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loved jttttt so mugchf fun snd vinrd its insanely welcominggg. thank u! :))))) i loved the atmodphere

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“Cut was on point and the owner Tim was nothing but welcoming and I wish him and his team nothing but success.”

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