My husband and I just found out about Damion's passing here on Yelp after reading the latest reviews. My husband has been a client of Damion's for probably about 5 years, and my 6 year old son had just started to go. My husband had been trying to get in touch the last week or so to make an appointment and finally felt something was up when he didn't hear back. Fidning out this news is devastating. Not only was Damion a talented barber (best I've ever had - quoting my husband) but my husband says he was a great man who loved his daughter, wife and family more than anything. He had plans to do all kinds of things in his future - his is definitely a life taken too soon. Rest in peace Damion. read more

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I've been a client of Damion for the last two years+ and I have to say he was the most professional barber I ever had the opportunity to get a cut from. He was never late, cut me exactly how I wanted and he would end your visit with, "Go on out there and be some somebody." So it was devastating moments ago today (9/16/23) when I showed up for an appointment for a cut and a gentleman told me he passed away. My condolences to his family. read more

Words can't express how much my son and I will miss Damion. Truly the blueprint when it comes to barbershop professionalism. We looked forward to our conversations that ranged from video games to education. Movies to sports. My son grew up in his chair. Damion's patience with him when he was in his squirmy phase will forever be appreciated. read more

4+ for Megah Brown. I am a tough grader so that's why it's not 5. I love that the shop is clean and well decorated because it's more relaxing. Damien is on point with both thoughtful conversation and style. I appreciate his love for and knowledge of the local business scene. Something I don't see too often in barbershop is a commitment to creating a safe, respectful atmosphere for all-black and white. Megah has that vibe, although the way he books, you'll have the place to yourself. Nice! No walkins. Make an appointment but not last minute. Please come correct- hair clean. Leave looking and feeling better for the visit! read more

Megah Brown's - Barbers Near Me - Oakland, California

I was really nervous about visiting a barber shop for the first time -- a couple places I called ahead of time actually told me they don't take women as clients -- but Damion radiates such ease and confidence that I was immediately disarmed when I walked into Megah Brown's. He's a real pro who spent time getting to know me and my sense of style. I walked out feeling better about my hair than I have since I went for the big chop 18 months ago. Believe me, I'll be a regular fixture at Megah Brown's in the future. read more

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Went in for the first time the other day and had an amazing experience! Damion is really welcoming and fun, and we had a fantastic conversation. My haircut was fantastic too, he took his time and paid attention to the details. Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking for a new barber. read more

Damion was the first barber I went to when I moved to Oakland and I had no idea how lucky I was to find his shop at the time. His quality and professionalism was unmatched and I'm amazed at how he could have a conversation about anything. I was saddened to hear of his passing and my prayers go out to his family and the entire community. Thank you for everything you've done Damion and the impact you made in the community. read more

I like Damien's quality of work and he is fun to chat with to boot! I have been getting the same "simple" crew cut for several years now. A pleasant extra is that it keeps drawing compliments! Even from people who have seen it before :) read more

I took my 6-year old to Damion for his back-to-school haircut, and he did not disappoint! My little got his cleanest haircut to date, complete with requested lightning bolt on the side. My kiddo is on the squirmy side, by Damion is a pro and still managed to deliver wonderful results. We will definitely be returning! read more

I hadn't cut my hair in a few months so I decided to try to find a good barber that had some photos of customers online so I knew they were legit (as opposed to my usual practice of going to the cheapest place close to me). I also was feeling a little self conscious about being a White guy going into a Black barbershop. I would have done well to heed Ta-Nehisi Coates' incisive instruction: White dudes. If you have green money. You can go to a black barbershop. it just FEELS like everyone's looking at you. But they aren't. Anyways, Damion had great reviews and his website made it easy to book an appointment for the next day, so I went for it. I roll in five minutes late and immediately he starts talking smack. It's all good-natured though, and I was indeed five minutes late, so I'm feeling relaxed. I sit down and he asks what I want. I never know what kind of haircut I want because 1) I'm indecisive; and 2) I still have yet to master the intricate array of numbers and adjectives that comprise haircut terminology. I give him some half-assed answer and he tells me, That doesn't really make sense, just describe what you're looking for. I describe it and he says, Alright, I got you. He jumps right into it and I quickly see my hair falling off around me. I'd just moved to Oakland so I'm asking him for his thoughts, advice, etc. and he's got it all. He knows the East Bay super well and he even has the full collection of Warriors bobbleheads. We got to know each other a bit and I told him of my recent dating struggles. It also happened to be May 4th, so we talked about Star Wars. According to Damion, season 3 of The Mandalorian is better than season 2 but worse than season 1. He says watch it, and I will. Finally, the haircut is done. I get up close to the mirror to inspect. It's a little shorter than I had envisioned, but Damion knew what he was doing. It's sharp. Ooooooh baby, he says. You're gonna get some tonight. I laughed. I was feeling good and he was hyping me up. At least, I thought it was hype. It turned out, he was right. Thanks, Damion. read more

A talented barber in the bay area is hard to come by. Damion is not only the most talented barber in Oakland, but one of the best in the bay area. Every time I go to Damion, I receive a quality haircut and have a great conversation. I highly recommend Megah Brown's for a great haircut. Everyone should support this local barber and small business. read more

Damion is the reason why people like supporting small local businesses. From setting up the appointment to walking in and getting a haircut, he was incredibly friendly and genuine. His space is clean and both he, as well as the decor are super warm and welcoming. He's been cutting for years and knows what he's doing. He gave me, hands down the cleanest and quickest bald fade I've ever received. Dude is talented, has next level customer service and I highly recommend everyone check him out. He has a new regular in me. Thanks Damion! read more

I've been going to Damion for about three years now. Hands down the best barber in the Bay. The best thing about Damion is the conversation you get when you get your haircut. He is a humble small business owner that provides great conversation. I highly recommend you call and make an appointment at least a day in advance as he is popular. He is reasonably priced considering the quality of the cut, which is rare in the Bay. Go to Megah Brown's if you want: - an amazing haircut for a great price - support Oakland's small businesses - enjoy a great conversation Can't recommend Damion and his quality work enough. read more

I went to Megah Brown's for 3+ years while I was living in Oakland. Damion always gave the best and most consistent hair cuts (along with a friendly, authentic experience!) and was definitely the best barber I've ever had. It was also incredibly clear he's an essential part of the community because there would always be people walking by, popping in, and saying hi or expressing gratitude for him being a dope person and doing awesome work. If you're in the area, definitely get cut up here!! read more

Damian is an amazing barber who keeps the highest of standards. Some get made that he is not able to do walk-in clients but for those of us that are professionals with busy standards and high quality expectations the appointment only policy is perfect. I enjoy walking in for a timely cut that I can work into my schedule and also have a relaxing experience with a barber who is focused on precision and attention to detail. Other barbers try to poach me all the time because they are jealous of my cuts and try to prove they can do it too. Nah, I don't need folks learning on my head. I need to look good always. I will never go anywhere else. So I suggest you try him out. Just don't try to steal my appointment. read more

When you get a chance, GO TO MEGAH BROWN'S for your haircut. Support this barbershop! The owner, Damion, is a fantastic barber who gives fantastic cuts. Not only is he a great barber, he also cares about his clients and treats them with respect. A big "thank you" and shout out to Damion for his bravery and honesty during these difficult times of Covid-19 and Shelter In Place. I will be returning again and again! Listen to Damion here: https://www.kalw.org/post/how-shelter-place-affecting-one-oakland-barber#stream/0 read more

I have been going to Damion for a few years and he has given me an excellent haircut every single time. First, I went to him to create and maintain my undershave when I had dreadlocks. This year, I did the big chop and Damion has been cutting my hair every few weeks. I love my TWA and Damion keeps it fly. I *always* get compliments when Damion cuts my hair. Highly recommend. read more

Finding a good barber who is skilled, professional, and consistent has been quite the feat for me (and likely you), so when I came across all the amazing reviews about Damien at Megah Brown's here on Yelp, I was open. I mean, when everyone else has failed at hitting the mark, what did I have to lose by giving Damien a try? It was a Wednesday morning when I booked for the coming Friday, and let me just say, great man, great shop, and great barber! Aesthetically, I love the quaint, cozy, loft-feel of the shop with exposed brick and all. Damien put love and warmth into it, and it shows. Energetically, there's peace and flow, a reflection of someone who's a good someone, which he is. Once in the chair, there was varied conversation where laughter and depth met familiarity. He's got this whole customer service, cool man of substance, thing down. I was in and out, while not being hurried or rushed. Damien just knows what he's doing and is about the business of doing it. He listened to what I wanted and actually executed. I nearly couldn't believe it, as often barbers either don't hear or don't listen. I am more than pleased and will definitely return. This man is officially my new barber. Insert happy dance. read more

They always say you write a review for two reasons. Either extremely horrible service. Or top tier amazing over the top service where you have to scream it to the heavens "OMG they were amazing." Sadly I've experienced the latter over the past 7 years and haven't blessed this man with a review. Shame on me . In 2014 my old barber was consistently busy. I'm talking 4,5,6hr waits at times. I needed a cut BAD and I randomly looked on Yelp and megah browns was #1. 5 stars, a bunch of reviews. Figured I'd try him out. He was appointment only which would help me greatly. Figured I'd see if he happened to have time for a walk in... possible new client? 7 years later no one has touched my head since. In 7 years we've talked about sports, his family, my family, our life frustrations, hell the mans been to my birthday and carried me to the car (Which to this day he still clowns me about). Sometimes you go to a barber and it's just routine. Let's talk sports, who you thinks gonna win? Ok, see you next week. When you come to megah browns you're not getting a haircut. You're building a relationship. 7 years ago I was going to Vegas in 6hrs. I just needed a barber. I ended up with a best friend. Thank you Damion. Mucho appreciated. P.S.... CAR KEYS!! He'll get it lol!!! read more

PROS: - LOCATION! I work near Lake Merrit and this shop is only 3 blocks away from work! - EXPERIENCE! I decided to get my haircut from Damion, the only barber there, due to yelp and Google reviews stating he is one of the best barbers around. I booked an appointment with him and I couldn't have been more satisfied! Little did I know, this guy has over 16 years of experience cutting hair in barbershops and salons! - CONVENIENCE! New to town and in need of a haircut, Damion booked me the next day and around my lunch time schedule! No more weekend cuts for me. - SOCIAL! Knowing he is the only one running the shop, you get that 1 on 1 convo. He is a social guy who loves his job and enjoys chatting up his customers. Noone needs a grumpy dude cutting their hair. - DIFFERENT! There are barbers everywhere but not all barbers are good at cutting different types of hair and hairstyles. Nothing wrong in keeping it short and faded, but with this guy I am in good hands knowing he knows how to use them clippers and scissors for my hair style. CONS: NONE - He does book up pretty quickly so make an appointment early in the week and do NOT cancel last minute! Like any other shop, always be considerate and cancel 24-48 hours before an appointment and call ahead if your gonna be late. read more

Megah Brown's - Finally got my haircut! Back to work and ready for this weekend's sunny cali weather! Thanks Damion for the afternoon cut! - Barbers Near Me - Oakland, California

Got my first haircut since COVID shelter-in-place ordinance hit in March. Damien hooked me up with a dope South if France cut. I feel rejuvenated and looking sexy af. Love my look still business professional and stylish. I will be coming back! read more

Went about 4x and it got progressively worse each time. Had chunks out of my hair the last couple times that I had to fix + issues with sides uneven. Would give 3-star but Damon is trying to support a business and raise a family. May not apply to everyone, but really was disappointed in the end. read more

After my past barber left Downtown Oakland, I scheduled an appointment with Damien based on Yelp reviews and wasn't disappointed. Without giving him any guidance on what I wanted (I really don't know), he made me look much better than my past barber ever did! Highly recommend if you are in need of a friendly barber in the East Bay. read more

Best barber in Downtown Oakland. D is precise with his fades. I moved here from Chicago a few years ago and went through many barbers. So glad I was able to find my new barber here. read more

Just moved into the area and needed a barber close by and Damian was the perfect match. He cut my hair the way I wanted it and even brought out qualities to my grade I hadn't noticed before. I walked out feeling like Denzel Washington. He is a pleasant and professional barber and his shop is comfortable and because he cuts only by appointment, it creates a quiet environment. I will be a repeat customer because of the experience. read more

Divorced my barber of 5 years due to a recent move to Oakland. Damien was an amazing rebound. The boy is good with his hands. Call to make an appointment. Friendly, professional, no loud music, relaxing environment to get your cut. Keep doing your thing Damien. Your favorite Haitian customer. read more

I've been coming to this Barber Shop for over a year now and I honestly feel lucky. My barber always takes his time and accommodates when I schedule my appointments. I get compliments on my taper all day, so I had to come back to pay homage. I highly recommend them to all of my family, friends and co-workers. Hands down the best barber town. read more

What a trash barber, I don't know why I went here for so long or why there's so many good reviews, maybe he puts laughing gas in the sheen you get sprayed with after the cut or something, but I'm sure as hell glad that I don't come here no more! He said he takes appointments by text, but when I would text him I got no response, and when I would finally call him after a couple of attempts at reaching him by text he would finally arrange something, but be super rude like my business was a nuisance for him! His cuts themself were also mega garbage my goodness. I would always show up to my appointment on time, but he would still be taking his sweet time with the person before me until he finally started cutting me like 15 minutes after my appointment time, and then would have the nerve rush through my cut so that he could start cutting the next client after me on time! My cut wasn't even that hard, just a simple tapered fade with a line, but he couldn't even blend it right! Had me looking like I was wearing a Russian winter hat or something, I'd post a picture of just how bad it was, but there's a lot of beautiful women on here and I CANNOT have them looking at me like that, no way my guy! I'm also not trying to have no Alaskan real estate agencies spamming my inbox asking if I'm interested in any igloo vacancies, no thanks. I mean dude wasn't always an a**hole to be fair, sometimes he would be cool, but he was super moody in general, sometimes I felt like I should've just left him a box of chocolates, a Snuggie, and a Friends DVD or something and leave him alone in the shop to cry and let his feelings out or something. This attitude just wasn't towards me either, I remember him being super rude to the Yelp salespeople who would call him and other people who would also him simple questions in a way that he didn't like for no reason, what a baby, and I also remember that he had another barber in the shop at one point, but that other barber left his a** after like 3 weeks, and then he would have the nerve to complain about how hard it is to find another barber to work with him, geez. I mean I know that it was always a painful experience looking in the mirror at myself after he cut my hair, but he should look in the mirror and maybe he would find out why. Duh! For the love of your hair follicles look elsewhere at a more friendly, welcoming, open-minded, and accepting shop like Charles Blades, I mean that is unless dealing with an intolerant, sensitive, bipolar barber who makes Drake look like Ice Cube in 1988 is your kinda thang. *Kanye Shrug* read more

Whether it's with the buzzer, the blade or with his wise words of advice... I always come out RAZOR SHARP! Be the best you can be & go get the best haircut you can get... you deserve it! read more

Probably the best haircut I've ever got or at least that I can remember by. Damion is a really cool dude who knows how to cut my big ol head. I work down the street and I came into the shop pretty early, but he was busy so he said come swing by during my lunch. Come in and he goes in and like I said, nobody has cut my hair this well before. He also trimmed my beard and stache very cleanly. Line up was really smooth and taper was perfect. It's finally nice to have a go to spot to get a haircut that's very close to work. Dude is also a big sports fan and into good music. The price is more than what I usually pay at other spots, but its worth every penny to get cut by this man. Hopefully he can find really good barbers so he can expand and/or take days off haha. read more

My boyfriend comes here to get his haircuts and his girlfriend, I am always impressed when he comes back from his haircuts. He is always able to get an appointment the day of and will stay past closing time to make sure every single strand of here is looking the best. This place is close to home and it is very easy to get to. Parking here is hit or miss but not impossible to find. If you are doubtful take uber here. Overall a cute little barber shop and pleased that my boyfriend is always looking sharp when he walks out of here. Definitely recommend to all the men in the area and to those men who don't mind making the trip to get the best haircut in the Oakland area! read more

I made an appt for my boyfriend to come in this Saturday and was a little nervous because he is really picky about the way his hair is cut. I read the reviews on here and knew that this was the place for him. Watching Damien cut his hair was like watching someone create a piece of art. He is so creative and you can tell he knows exactly how he wants the finished product to look. I was worried at first because I saw the way my boyfriends face looked and he didn't seem super happy, but by the end of it he was just as amazed as me. He looks very handsome and was a great way to start our weekend. Damien also makes you feel super relaxed and comfortable with his easy going, friendly personality and he can keep a conversation going! I know once the compliments stop we will be back for his hair cut again! Ps sorry if I spelled your name wrong Damien I see it spelled all different ways on here. read more

Got my locs maintained here by Gracie. I drive all the way from San Jose cuz Gracie is the only one I have found who respects my desire for natural hair care (adamantly against using wax or standard shampoos). She is fast at re-twisting and does a nice herbal rinse. I do wish she had more experience with styling but if I bring a picture she is able to replicate it. I also wish she did color. But I still highly recommend her for loc care. She always listens to what I want and is very gentle. Megah Browns is a very nice, friendly atmosphere and the owner is very sociable. read more

Damion (a/k/a Megah)is by appointment only which is A+ for me. Time is money and money is power. He respects that principle. Okay, so BART was experiencing some delays and i made it to the chair by 9:02 (2 minutes late). With a mild side eye, he welcomed me to the shop, hung up my jacket and started working his magic. Megah transformed my hipster faded curly crop to a sleek wavy silhouette with trimmed beard for that rugged edge that i was going for in all of 45 minutes. The conversation was not contrived or forced spanning several topics. This guy is a "renaissance man" who happens to cut all types of hair very well. As an East Bay transplant from Brooklyn, being away from home never looked so good. Props to Megah Brown's....he means business! read more

Megah Brown's - Nothing but praise for Megah's fade skills. Schedule your appointment today! - Barbers Near Me - Oakland, California

Let me start off by saying: Dude's got skills. I'm not really a fan of super wordy reviews that have more literary value than suggestive power (but hey - to each his/her own) so I'll keep mine straight to the point. 4 stars and here's why: * Quality of Service aka The Cut: (5/5) - 4 cuts by Megah and all were mostly on point. I mean, The man is an artist, a hair clippers ninja. * Price: (3/5) - Cuts are about $25 (including facial hair work) and generally what I've become used to on the Westcoast. Still, I can't say I understand why making a pretty low cut an even lower cut in what usually amounts to 30 minutes or less costs over $15-20 like what I've encountered on the Eastcoast. In other news, credit/debit cards are accepted for payment so that's a plus. * Timing/Wait Time: (5/5) - Appointments can be made beforehand (generally a good idea with any barber) and Megah has always been punctual and ready for my appoinment...even when I wasn't quite ready myself $) Also, seriously, dude has skills. He cuts fast and touches up with a razer, etc. in what feels like no time. *Ambiance: (3/5) - The shop is pretty small with a few chairs and couch and a single mounted TV and is located in the Uptown neighborhood of Oakland. Anyway, in typical barbershop fashion, the convo is pretty cool. Overall: (4/5) - I used Yelp to find this establishment and I'm glad I did. Most of the reviews are positive and there's a good reason why. If you're looking for a quality cut and are in the Oakland area, trust that Megah Brown's got You. read more

I've been getting my haircut by the owner Damien for a few years now. I was having inconsistency issues with my previous barber which caused me to look else where. It is not an easy thing to look for a new barber. I was referred to him by a mutual friend and I've been with him ever since. I would describe his cutting style as versatile. I've seen many different people in his chair, ranging in age, gender and all different hair types. I usually get a tapper or low fade. Damien understood I am a working professional and tailored my cut not only to be presentable in a corporate setting but also help me keep a younger appearance. I like what he's done to the shop. This barber shop needs a tv down stairs so I can catch up on sports when I'm getting my haircut. The sign up front says "megah brown you neighborhood barber and more" I'm really looking forward to what the "and more" becomes. read more

Moved back to Oakland in April of this year after going to the same amazing barber for the last 15+ years in Vallejo. Tried a few barbers prior to going to Megah Brown's with a variety of unfavorable results ranging from lack of good customer service to pervy behavior to just bad haircuts. Decided to check him out based on Yelp reviews after another disappointing barber experience in August and I now consider him my go to barber. I don't have to over-explain what I want and he gets me in and out in 30 minutes or less. He has been on time every appointment. Carries on great conversation and has a very clean, comfortable & nicely designed shop. It's also nice to be a woman alone in the shop with a man and feel perfectly safe. He gives off no pervy vibes. read more

I just moved into the neighborhood a few weeks ago and wanted to find a good local barber. I'm really happy I found Damien! I strolled by and although he was quite booked he made room for me almost immediately. You can tell he is a pro at what he does and cares about his clients. I'm looking forward to future cuts and hanging out at the shop, which is well lit, clean and has good music playing at the right volume. All the right elements for a killer local barber shop! read more

Damion is a hair-cutting style magician. Good thing because I have no style naturally. I am a style desert. I am utterly devoid of style. He makes me look good (as much as that's even possible, anyway). And he does it while maintaining intelligent jabber. Really intelligent. This ain't no Supercuts. read more

Excellent barber, APPOINTMENT ONLY!! Best barber you'll find in downtown. If you're in the area, book an appointment with hi.