BRE is a great Barber and very attentive to giving a customer what they ask for. Recommend her to…read moreanyone looking for a Barber.

Cute shop! Low overhead so they're actually spending time on your haircut. Knowledgable and…read morefriendly barbers who know what they're doing. Expect at least 30-45 minutes on your haircut. Not feeling rushed is worth the premium over some of the local chains and larger chains.

Tommy is the best! Great service all around. Love the waiting room too and the free sparkling water…read morelol

I needed a last minute cut and this place accommodated…read more I called at noon and was offered a 2:00 or 2:30 PM slot same day. I flexed it to 3:30 and I was out the door by 4:00. The barber mentioned the appointments for standard cuts are in 30 minute increments, so in that regard, I felt her somewhat rushed, but overall, she did a good job. I live in San Diego, where the average haircut is outrageously expensive so I intentionally held off until I arrived in Austin for work travel thinking it would be cheaper. I ended up spending $50, before tip, which is even more expensive than my go-to back home. They offer complimentary non-alcoholic drinks in the back, which is also the waiting area. They do not accept cash, but who is still carrying cash in 2026 anyway?

such a great vibe here. great stylist and they truly listen to their clients. thanks Lauren you…read moredefinitely give a 5 star cut

I made an appointment for a basic trim as I am growing my hair out. The initial cut looked good…read more For whatever reason my stylist started to trim the left side shorter and shorter. The result is I have a section of hair that is an inch long while the rest of my cut is 3 inches. This is a lopsided hair cut and the worst I have ever had. The stylist said ...sorry I cut it so short. I have no idea why. Certainly not worth $70.

I've gotten my hair cut twice now at Barbon's by Gun Kim! The experience was very positive and I'd…read moredefinitely recommend it for any guy looking for a haircut on Austin. I was very happy with how my hair turned out both times and definitely would come back here to get my haircut by Gun. He's very knowledgeable and helped me figure out what style to get because I came I'm unsure. The overall atmosphere from all the staff is very friendly and positive. Also, it's just aesthetically a very nice shop and they have complementary drinks which is very cool. Definitely check them out if you're in Austin!!

Gabi was so incredible! This was the first barbershop I've been to in Austin and it did not fail to…read moredeliver! The shop was super nice and everyone was so friendly!! The two people behind the desk were so nice and offered drinks. But Gabi really stole the show, she was so amazing, I came to her with an idea and she really helped me bring it to life with recommendations and tips. She helped me figure out what I wanted and even helped with the aftercare to keep the style. I am so happy with what she did and I will absolutely be coming back asap!

Nice peeps, fair pricing, efficient service, and a good cut. Best of all, it's walking distance to…read moremi casa. Try it, you'll like it.

It is so great to have access to talented and kind barbers here. I come here every other month and…read morealways walk out super satisfied with service and care I get when I get my haircut and underside faded. The shop is always playing banging music (just last week they were playing Megan Thee Stallion), always offer you a beverage, and keep it super friendly. This barber spot is surrounded by a local juice bar (with optional vinyl browsin'), vintage store, and even a gym at the end of the area. It also is steps away from more than a handful of local food trucks. You can literally hit several places at once before or after your fresh fade. Parking is super easy but might be tight especially if the gym has a class going on but you shouldn't ever have a problem finding a spot. All are welcome here so don't be intimidated by all the dudes leaving reviews here. They got a great offering of services for all sorts of hair types.

Ok, so, before you judge fully based on a few of these negative reviews, let me tell you about my…read morelong term experience. I've been coming to see Nick for about a year and a half. I found him initially on Yelp, and got a great cut at the right price, something you'll see echo'd in a lot of reviews. Unlike most barbers in Austin who rent a booth, Nick is truly an entrepreneur at heart and wanted to start his own business. He rented a dumpy house off S. 1st with a lot of potential and put in the sweat equity to remodel a lot of it, including the yard (keep in mind this was a rental, but he had a vision and a plan.) While cutting he would talk about dreams of revitalizing the surrounding areas, building up the neighborhood into a true outdoor venue with buy-in from neighbors, and somehow contributing in an extremely positive way to the community he now called home. Along the way, the stress and pressure of working two years straight without a break took a toll. I saw it. Others saw it. Many first timers swore him off for good. While I never experienced a missed appointment, you could tell the situation was deteriorating. Any of you who have run a business by yourself know what this can feel like. The one constant was that the quality of the haircuts and beard trims never faltered, but something had to change. As of mid-June, Nick now cuts permanently out of Shear Madness on W. 6th. He doesn't have any of the old distractions or stresses, and honestly, when I walked in to see him it was like meeting Nick Geiser for the first time. He was calm, cool, collected, and is clearly fully focused on doing what he does best, which is give bad ass haircuts and beard trims. If you want a top notch cut from a master barber, Nick is your guy. The old days are clearly behind him, and a lot of us who have known him through the good and not so good are still loyal for a reason. So I urge you to give him a shot, you won't be disappointed.

I had an absolutely terrible experience with this barber. From the moment I sat down, it felt like…read morehe was more focused on rushing me out of the chair than actually giving me a decent haircut. Before starting, I showed him photos of exactly what I wanted: a clean high bald fade. I even told him it was totally fine if he didn't want to take it all the way down to the skin if he didn't have the right tools. Instead of listening, he rushed through the entire cut and then had the nerve to tell me, "This is what you get in 30 minutes." At one point he literally showed me a timer he had set for 30 minutes like that somehow justified the quality of the haircut. Then he said if I wanted a better blend I should have booked a beard trim too, which honestly felt like a cheap upsell after already paying a ridiculously high price for the haircut itself. The result? An absolutely terrible fade with harsh lines and almost no blending. It looks nothing like the photos I showed him. For the price he charges, I expected professionalism and basic attention to detail, not to be rushed through like I was on an assembly line. To make matters worse, when he used a straight razor on the back of my neck, he actually cut me multiple times. I left with small nicks and irritation back there, which is completely unacceptable. A straight razor should be used with care, not rushed like everything else during the appointment. I walked out feeling like I had been robbed and honestly embarrassed by how bad the haircut looks. If you value your money and don't want to leave looking like an idiot with a butchered fade--and possibly with cuts on your neck--I would strongly recommend going somewhere else.

Boyfriend looked like a snack after the cut (he always does though). That's the review.read more

This place has been consistently really good. I've been coming here a while to a few barbers that…read moreget the job done. The decor is also really cool and old school. Appointments are easy to do online. I think they do have drinks available for the customers. But I never found any sense to sip something while getting my hair cut. Prices here are kind of modern day standard for a good barber. Don't expect great clips prices. But also don't expect great clips quality. Consider yourself lucky if you can get the parking spot up front. If not theres street parking a short walk away.

Made an appointment online while traveling from California as my guy here was not able to squeeze…read moreme in before my trip. Arrived 10 minutes before my appointment and sat out front, was called in by Sal (who I picked from the website because I liked his photo ). He sat me down and asked what I wanted done. I told him what I usually get done and he set to work. We had a great conversation about a wide variety of subjects, and when he was done, I was more than happy with the results. F.Y.I. CASH ONLY....ITS OLD SCHOOL Highly recommend any of the guys there, book an appointment online otherwise you may be in for a wait!

Walked in and got seen by Nick shortly after I arrived they prefer cash but all I had was a card…read more Everything worked out happy with my cut and beard trim. Good conversation and good concert posters on the wall.

Ruben was very professional and friendly. He gave me an awesome cut as well as suggestions for hair…read morecare. Great job!

Haircuts were hit and miss but its a convenient location. The new parking situation makes it much…read moreless desirable to return, so I won't.

NELLY BE FADING It…read morewas time for the upgrade from the little boy $25 dollar cuts to a young man proper fade and we were blown away!!! Nelly takes her time and you can tell she takes pride in every cut. We will definitely be back!!!

This was my first time getting a cut from Nelly, and I'm honestly blown away. I walked in not…read moretotally sure what to expect, but she made the whole experience easy from the start. The shop is clean and has a relaxed vibe, which helped a lot since it was my first visit. Nelly is professional, welcoming, and you can tell she really knows her craft. For a first-time experience, it couldn't have gone better. If you're thinking about trying a new barber in Austin, do yourself a favor and book with Nelly. I'm definitely coming back