Finally leaving a review after going to this barber shop for so long. Don't think I'll be going anymore because I'm finally growing out my here, but these guys deserve a review. CJ was my go to since we knew each other through many mutuals. Super friendly, always fun to catch up with and talk about whatever. Pays so much attention to details and does his best to get the cut you want. When I had a pixie, I'd go every 2 months, and I have never been disappointed. I'd show him pics and tell him what I wanted/whatever I was feeling, and he always delivered. Also, very clean place (a very bro looking place), and friendly staff that get along with each other. Would rec to any lady looking to get great pixie cuts for a good price! read more

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Ive been coming in this barber shop since I was a sophomore in high school back in 2015 and I have also been in other barber shops around my town, and i have never seen a more consistent shop when it comes to customer service and especially their quality when it comes to cutting hair. I definitely recommend this shop!!! read more

Whenever I'm back in New Jersey visiting family, I always try to time my haircuts with my visits because this is probably an excellent barber shop in the North Jersey area. JD is an amazing and professional barber, and an awesome brother to talk to also! Whatever haircut I get, he always deliver to what I actually ask for. The staff is courteous, and the prices aren't that bad compared to what I pay for my barber in Texas for, which is always a plus! I look forward to my appointments with JD that I schedule at least two weeks in advance to ensure I have spot. This place gets busy during the holidays, so keep that in mind! All in all, awesome "east coast" style people, and awesome vibe! 10/10, would come back! read more

I got a cut from Socrates on a walk-in and would highly recommend him. Everything seems mostly appointment based but you can get a walk-in cut as well- just call ahead to check availability. The place is cash only, but they have an ATM if you forget. read more

The place is nice the people are friendly, but the price is price is absurd!!! $35 for a fade and beard cut! I didn't even like the end result, but still gave a $10 tip... $45 in total. Yeah never again read more

My husband got a pretty decent haircut here. It was a little bit more pricey than your local barber but I would definitely recommend giving them a try. read more

Wanted to find a really safe and reliable place to get a haircut after the COVID breakout. A couple of my friends had recommended Michael Jays so I looked them up on Instagram. What I really loved was the transparency and commitment to safety. All policies are posted on social media. You have to fill out a questionnaire if you're been feeling sick or have been exposed to anyone diagnosed with COVID, and your temperature is taken before your visit. All customers AND employees wear face masks, easy appoinment scheduling, and friendly receptionists. Go see Carlo for your cut!! Super nice guy, really listens to how you want to style your hair and great at what he does. So glad I found this spot, I'm definitely going to become a regular customer from now on. read more

Went here twice. Both times all the barber did was shape up my hairline and barely taper my beard. Pretty sure a haircut should also focus on the hair on top of my head, especially since I'm not rocking a buzz cut. The first time after receiving my "hair cut and beard trim" I found short black hairs throughout my head (I'm a redhead so I KNOW they aren't mine). I chocked it up to "maybe this happens from time to time. Humans make mistakes." I called the shop to let them know and they thanked me (very politely) for telling them. However the second time the barber seemed annoyed to even be doing his job. Didn't use the mirror to ensure symmetry and wound up taking off more of my beard on one side than the other. For anyone who has spent months and months growing and maintaining a beard you know this is a cardinal sin for a barber to make. Also once again never touched the hair on top of my head to get rid of split ends and ensure it lies properly on my head. For this half assed Cleaning of their clippers and half assed haircuts the amount of money they charge is ridiculous. News flash guys, instead of watching reruns of the walking dead on your TV you should pay attention to your clients! Don't go here! You can find a better barber else where, ones who will actually be worth the money they charge. read more

I've been going to Michael Jays for over 3 years now and it is the best barbering experience I've ever had. CJ is an incredible barber that takes his time cutting your hair and truly cares about the detail in the cut. He has a great vision for what your hair should look like and I have never been disappointed with his work. The staff is extremely professional and is following all health protocols and guidelines during the COVID-19 pandemic. I feel extremely comfortable in there seeing staff take extra precautions to make sure everyone is safe. I highly recommend this shop. read more

Ive been coming here for about 2 years now. Always a great time! Vibe is dope, conversations between the barbers is usually hilarious. Great customer service and they reward loyalty and if you bring referrals. The music is always current, appropriate, and chill. The movie choice or what they play on tv is always on point. Lastly my barber is a magician. Josh cut my hair so well I invited him to Thanksgiving. He got a seat right between me and my mom. This man has resurrected my hairline more times than Krillin from Dragonball Z. He gets my hairline crispier than some burnt chicken nuggets. If you go here please make an appointment with Josh and you might as well make book yourself out for the next 11 months while you're at it. I've recommended this place to all my guy family members and 1 bald headed cousin just to get a reaction from her. Anyways... dope shop. Love coming here! read more

I love this place, I am extremely picky with my hair , I recently moved from Miami. And tried a few places until I found Michael Jays Barber . I was set up with JD . I couldn't have had a better barber ! Amazing cuts I don't let anyone but Jd cut my hair nor will I go elsewhere . The place Rocks . Downside is that it's cash only which is extremely inconvenient, specially in modern times. They do have an ATM which makes up for not taking cash, but still u gotta pay a fee . I like the place I'm a loyal customer and JD rocks. But the cash only really bothers me . read more

I have been going to Jay for my haircut since high school and will not trust anyone else. They are the best barbershop in North New Jersey. There is never a long wait and they have coffee, TV and an XBox to entertain you while you wait. If you are looking for a barbershop in the Nutley, Belleville, or Bloomfield, NJ area, check these guys out. read more

For me its an occasional Hit and Run place - and even then not the greatest place I've been too - think Cons: Its a Business not a Club, a couple barbers need to remember that. When shaving someone with a straight blade, rushing and making mistakes thinking you "GOT ME" and cutting up my face - NOT GOOD! Dirty Towels - No thanks! Pros: I'm fishing for one but nothing comes to mind. Oh, the place is setup decently read more

I've been to a ton of barbershops in my life. Recently, I was with a really talented barber who just didn't see the value in honoring his clients time. Since I've been coming to Michael Jays and getting my haircut with Jacob, I've had great experiences. My time is valued. I can tell because they honor their appointments well and he gets right to work and doesn't stop until the haircut is done. That's awesome! I went from waiting close to three hours just to sit on the chair to getting everything done in under an hour. Be proactive and call in advance. Small advice: call a day or two in advance. Time is money and so far I've got nothing but great things to say about this place! read more

My last time coming here will be my last time coming here. I might as well have been invisible because that's how they make you feel. This place could be confused as a hangout for a bunch of 20-something year old people because there's just a bunch of people here doing random things. My haircut was interrupted at least half a dozen times because my barber felt the need to look at what other barbers were showing on there cellphones. This is not all on my barber though as the other barbers should know not to distract my barber when "working". On the plus side, the haircuts are half decent but at $20 you're not getting anything special. This place lacks the professionalism I expect in a barber shop. A barber shop is a dime a dozen, on to the next one... read more

Went to MJ's today and had a phenomenal experience. The atmosphere, the professionalism, the promptness, the courteousness, was something to be commended. I took my 10yr old to get a haircut and he even raved about how nice it was. Mike, keep up the GREAT work, I will be back, you just made a new customer. read more

Been going to Michael Jays for years now and seeing CJ. Everybody there is great but CJ is one of the best. I've never gotten a better haircut. Incredible attention to detail and takes his time with each client. Would recommend Michael Jays to anyone in the area. read more

I've had lots of bad hair cuts... and I mean A LOT and bounced between different barbershops. I eventually found out about this place. It's 40 minutes away from me. But the staff is great, super friendly, and actually LISTEN to the client! As of today I'm getting my third hair cut and the last two times have been perfect. Can't recommend them enough! read more

Excellent. Been coming here for a few years and things have only gotten better. This is the spot. Give them a try; you won't be disappointed. Ask for Carlo, he's brilliant. Carlo has been cutting my hair for years even before MJ's. I'm am happy I followed him to the shop. Great atmosphere results from an awesome staff that truly gets along. From the undeniable skill, dope decor, hilarious conversations and occasional impromptu dj sets, I find myself really enjoying my trips to the barbershop. Five stars. Keep it up! read more

Great place! Both my husband and my son go here to get cleaned up! All the guys are super talented and the vibe is chill. You can always expect to look great walking out! read more

Best barbershop in the area! Barbers all very professional and friendly. Ask for Carlo!

eff all the negative reviews about this place. Mike, the first barber on the left gives the best taper and fade in all of Jersey. The shop is clean, nice waiting area, and you'll usually be blessed with saved by the bell or good music. read more

I have been going here for the past few years and have always had a good experience! CJ and Josh have both given me good cuts- best to book an appointment rather than walk in. The price is good and you get a quality haircut. I would recommend this shock to anyone who wants a good cut! read more

I don't trust my hair or my son's hair with just anyone... That's why I come here. Great customer service and great barbers.

Booked an appointment here for my boyfriend at the recommendation of two co-workers. Booked an appt with Josh, my boyfriend loved it. Great vibe, professional staff & classy design. Booked & had a second appt today, another great experience. My boyfriend is a customer for good! Great job Josh! read more

Great spot, great barbers. Never a bad haircut with Jacob (JB). Literally never. By far the best barbering experience I have had. The place is very busy though so call ahead and make sure they are not running late so you don't wait. read more

I know Jay and it's my first time going to Michael Hay and Jay was excellent. Very professional and knows how to cut your hair right and he's fast, but yet good. I recommend him to everyone. Price is very good and even with a tip, still good price. Ask for JayDee Manlapig, next time you need a fresh cut. read more

Place is great. They take their time, nothing is rushed. I recommend Clay, but I'm sure the rest are just as good.

Very Talented! Always get a great Haircut! I live in south jersey the drive is Totally worth it!! Wouldn't go anywhere else Highly Recommended read more

Best place I've ever been anyone who hasn't been you need to go. I went for the first time today and they did a perfect job. When you go ask for CJ by far the best barber I've ever been to I will definitely be coming her from now on in the future. read more

Great haircuts but, reception is horrible. She doesn't acknowledge walk in or greet at all. I also noticed she makes barbers wait for her as well. A more polite and responsible receptionist should be sitting in front. read more

Ask for JD for a fresh shape up and cut! YOU will feel like a million bucks. It's 20 dollars for a cut but he will take care of you.

Love this place, receptionist and all the barbers are great. My son always looks great when he comes out of here! Very cool ambiance as well. read more

Shop is nicely set up. Fade and scissor work is average. Shape up was not well executed - I noticed that the stylist pushed my sideburns back SEVERELY after closer inspection when I got home. Damage done and as a result, haircut is fcked up for the next few weeks. Would've been better off going to Supercuts! read more

I've been coming here for over a year now and I have never been disappointed. The atmosphere is great and the haircuts are even better. If you are looking for a laid back barber shop that gives great haircuts then this is the place to go. read more

It is a hair salon that started 4 years ago and surprisingly I didn't hear about it until I did some research 2 months ago. I have been there 3 times so far and am never disappointed. I got 3 different specialist on all occasions and all were friendly and great. Not that I wasn't given a choice but my weak memory didn't remember which one was the one who cut my hair last time . Upon talking to all of them, I realized that they have been here since the beginning, which is really amazing in this age of rotations doors era. I am glad that I am local and now don't have to go too far for quality haircut. Great job guys. read more

Honestly I've been to a lot of barber shops in my lifetime, and gone to a second shop immediately after getting a haircut to try to salvage my head from a bad cut too many times in the past. This won't happen to you here, they are a little pricey compared to most other shops, but it's a small price to pay for piece of mind, and cheaper than getting your hair cut a second time. Today was my first time at Michael Jays, and although my fiancé, whom is a hair stylist, has been cutting my hair since my old barber moved 3 years ago, who took me a year to find I might add. I'm glad she was too busy lately to cut my hair, and made me an appointment here although, she might have just lost a client. And she cuts my hair better than my old barber, this shop is full of talented barbers that are true craftsmen. We all know once your in the chair you know if it's a good shop from the work the other barbers put out and I feel confident to let anyone of the barbers here to cut my hair and I have already recommended them to friends if there regular guy can't take them or is on vacation to go here. read more

Dont you ever wonder why you're always getting stuck in the friend zone? Well have you looked in the mirror? Its you're hair stupid!!! Come to michael jay's and see Jd aka Jeruel.. I've been taking my little brother to him and he has not gotten a sexual assult charge since!! read more

Hands down, best place to get a haircut in northern jersey. They can do it all- fades, brooks, pomps, scissor work, shaves, etc. Be sure to make an appointment first though! read more

Danny has been my barber for years he's awesome, but you really can't go wrong with any of the guys, they all can cut, and cut well. If you're picky about your hair as I am, this is your spot....Its laid back and comfortable like it should be. Like Ced said, if you cant talk real in a barber shop where can you talk real? read more