These guys are REAL barbers. I just moved to the area and got the BEST haircut in many years. You…read morewon't find a better barbershop anywhere. Prices are very fair. My new go-to place for a haircut.

Excellent to the scalp buzz haircut for an excellent price. Friendly service in a clean shop.read more

Patsy's, and the Heart of a City The heart of a city doesn't…read morebeat in time to the rhythm of landmarks whose silhouettes are stamped on postcards. Its pulse doesn't shake the shopping centers or the offices or the multitudes they carry. It honors no arrhythmia before the Capitol or the architecture that has grown around it. Because it's often the case that the biggest machine lives and dies not by its most imposing part, but by the smallest pin in its center. It's easy to miss Patsy's Barber Shop if you're weaving through the traffic of State and Pearl. You have to know to take the right onto Howard Street and go slowly enough not to miss the white neon tubing that brightens the shop and casts just enough of its glow onto the sidewalk to let you see the barbers ply their trade. Patsy's opened in 1930 at the cusp of the Great Depression, when a proper haircut was a man's resume and the newspaper on the empty seat was the employment office. It was a family business, like many that had dotted the downtown and further south to the neighborhoods that would eventually be sacrificed to Nelson Rockefeller's sense of grandeur. William "Tragedy" Yager now presides over the memories absorbed into the mirrors and the padded chairs. Since 2006, he's followed in the footsteps of his great grandfather, a man who likely opened up shop as he always did on the day Japanese planes set off for infamy. And anyone who's had a seat in one of his chairs and a hot towel on their face knows that Tragedy didn't just inherit a trade; he inherited a love and a duty to everyone that crosses the threshold. A large man with a long, thick beard and a tapestry of tattoos lining both temples, he wouldn't strike you as a man you would want to meet in a dark alley. But again, the seat, the hot towel, two minutes in conversation, and you'll realize that he's exactly the man you would want to meet in a dark alley if your car broke down, if you were cold, hungry and scared, if everybody passed you by. Because there are certain things you can expect from those possessed of the instinct of leadership. But what you may not expect is that sometimes, the places where matters are truly decided accept walk-ins. Patsy's Barber Shop has two locations, 3 Howard Street in downtown Albany and Room 126 on the Concourse Level. Call for an appointment and check for hours. And be sure to patronize the many barbers Tragedy has trained personally.

I've always been hesitant about getting my beard trimmed and shaped with the worry of having it cut…read moremore than I want to. I finally had the courage to have Jayden work on my beard and he absolutely did exactly what I wanted and it came out amazing! Thank you Jayden and Patsy's you now have a customer for life!

They did an awesome job cutting my son's hair. Frankie was kind and spoke to him the whole way…read morethrough. We will be back

As soon as these guys found out, I wasn't a Kingstonian They…read moreblew me off Sent me to around the corner to the crappy Pugsley's That doesn't mean the original Pugsley is any good either. Save your money Go to place that will listen and cut your hair like you want. Go figure these clowns from kings and think they can cut hair! And I emphasize clowns!!

I feel like the odd woman out, but I had a hair cutting accident (nothing major, but not good) and…read moredon't have a salon in the area and I'm not from it. I left a message, but didn't receive a call back. I called again and got an appointment for the same day with Craig. My hair is extremely long, but has usually just a bit of layering in front, which needed to be corrected. Craig wasn't happy, didn't greet me besides telling me to hang my coat, I kept feeling obliged to keep the conversation going before I sat in the chair because I was nervous, but it didn't work, so I sat. My hair was cut dry. To fix it, Craig did a total of five cuts and then cut a bit off the back. It took five minutes (probably less than that). I said, "Is that it? Are we done?" He handed me a mirror, but I couldn't see. I told him this, but he just said it was done. I didn't know what to say because how do you say, "Could you actually cut my hair?" So, I not only paid but gave him a $5 tip. That's when he was nice for the first time and gave me a card for the shop. When I came home, I looked and my minor problem not didn't have long layers (as was promised, but had three shelves). I had this fixed elsewhere, but UGH. I think Craig probably does great hair for twenty years ago if he's in a good mood, but if you have long hair or if he's in a bad mood, I'd avoid. This place even feels like you're walking into a funeral parlor.

Carol is always friendly and accommodating if you're in a bind. She's fit me into the schedule for…read morea quick cut several times! I never do anything too complicated, hair wise, but my review reflects customer service and quality of a simple cut.

Just discovered this barber after I moved to Hyde park. Nobody has ever cut my hair as good. Will…read morenever go anywhere else now.

You will not find a better Barber anywhere. I'm a senior citizen and Saad gave me my best haircut…read moreever. Saad is truly a master at his craft.

Saad is amazing. Total gem hidden in the Hudson Valley north of Kingston. A true artist, and as…read morereal as it gets. He approaches his work with passion and humanity, and a skill level that is all too rare these days. We were so lucky to find his shop. He went the extra mile to help sort out my son's very tricky long curly hair that most other barbers wouldn't even touch. I had several celebrity stylists in NY say they couldn't / wouldn't do it, and then we found Saad and he made it look easy. Phenomenal experience. 5 stars.

I'm new to the area and will be permanent for half of the year. I was in search of an excellent…read morestylist. Based on reviews, I chose this place. To say the least, I was not disappointed. Frey (sp?) cut my hair. I'm a fussy guy but he did it exactly the way I like it. I called the day before and was fortunate to have gotten squeezed in for next day. When we arrived we received friendly greetings from Peter and the staff. The shop was attractive well lit and clean . My girlfriend was with me and she also got a trim too. We're heading out of the country very soon so we're happy to get this done and pleased to look so well groomed, too. They'll be my regular stylist as long as I'm in the area. Don't hesitate to check them out. You'll be glad you did.

We got wash and blowouts so we could feel human again. I remember I came here last year and…read moreFallon did a great job with my hair. Same now and equally as great. Marie and Alyse were our super friendly stylists and did a fantastic job! We have thick heads of hair which isn't easy to tame, but they knocked it out of the park and we left very happy campers. The vibe is very relaxed and down to earth which we love. A great big thank you to Marie, Alyse, Nate at the front desk and Pete the owner I believe, who were all awesome. Great establishment and very close to our hotel, Mirbeau. Most definitely recommend.

It's great, overall. The barber does exactly what I request, and the results are consistent and…read moreexceptional. He doesn't rush, and I appreciate the fact he's very detail oriented. The atmosphere is welcoming and relaxed. Very glad I found Len's Barbershop.

Chris and team are very helpful & professional. The online appointment booking process is easy to…read moreuse and makes payment easy - brings efficiency check-in and payment process. They give very nice haircuts too!

You've tried the rest, now try the best. On vaca from…read moreBrooklyn and just had the best ever haircut. The store has mucho vibe and character. Good chat, good times excellent cut. mick from Brooklyn

I took my son to get his haircut here and the haircut he received was absolutely awful. The barber…read morewas very mean, and it was too pricey 0 out of 10 would not recommend never coming here again.

My haircut always comes out perfect. They are very attentive to all my needs. It is pleasure to see…read moreKara and speak with her while my hair is getting manicured. She truly is a professional at her craft. I definitely recommend this. Shop and I will be a returning customer.

I seriously love this place. Jason has given me the best haircut--consistently--that I've had in my…read morelife. Great conversation too! Also, as a queer/genderqueer person, I feel so comfortable and welcomed there. So grateful that this place exists!