Kookie always does an amazing job. He knows exactly what to do and always delivers an above and beyond haircut. Extremely happy with my son's cut. Thank you again!! read more

My favorite go to place for old school barber treatment and pampering. Hot towels and straight razors are used besides the usual clippers and scissors. Basically your barber asmr experience lol!i tend to do walk ins since i try to fit it in between errands, Rafa and Noe are usually my choices on whos available. The new renovation for the place looks good also. read more

Privileged Professional Barbershop - Cut and shave - Barbers Near Me - Salinas, California

This barber shop is becoming the "go to barber" for my 10 yr old nephew. We personally book with Noe, who is very personable, professional and always leaves my nephew with a clean cut! Never disappoints! The quality of all the barbers is great. They take walk in and appointments! read more

Privileged Professional Barbershop - Barbers Near Me - Salinas, California

Stay away from the last chair. Took my son to get a cut and he's got uneven hair everywhere. The lead guy had to tell him to have us take a seat otherwise he would stayed on his phone the whole time. read more

Everything went perfectly , walked in , Erica had a chair available, told her what I wanted , she threw the cape on and went to work. Easy going no drama and perfect lines and service . Will be back . Only draw back is parking can be a hassle . read more

Privileged Professional Barbershop - Erica hooked up the fresh line up and cleaned up the beard perfectly - Barbers Near Me - Salinas, California

Their attention to detail is ideally what you'd want in barber shop, came in for a walk in and got the cleanest fade I've had in a while. Went to a wedding the next day and received nothing but compliments about my haircut. Thanks for getting me right guys! I really appreciate the clean cuts read more

As a first time experience, I wanted a certain haircut for my son, showed a picture and all and it was not coming out the way I wanted it so I went up to the barber to explain what I was looking for and immediately the owner told me to sit down!? My son's haircut should have been a simple 1 hour typical cut that turned into a 3.5 hour cut & not what I wanted. read more

They do a great job on my sons hair and that is saying a lot because my son is 1yr and a half and fights like hell every hair cut! So far my son has had Rafa and Kookie work on him and he was screaming throwing his head back like the exorcist . Both barbers did a great job and the whole barbershop was patient and understanding. My husband also cuts his hair with Kookie. God bless y'all. read more

Privileged Professional Barbershop - Barbers Near Me - Salinas, California

First timer for my son at this barber shop. Shop was clean and the 2 barbers working were very polite and welcoming! I felt a little awkward because it is a "guys salon" and I think I kept them from the man talk that usually happens at barber shops. Lol. Sorry guys. I was offered coffee, water or a protein shake while I waited! Coffee is always a plus! My son initially wanted a fade with "racing stripes" but unfortunately the barber did not know how to do that style yet. I appreciate the honesty -- I'd rather someone be upfront then to screw up my son's hair. He ended up with a fade, comb over with a hard part. My son looked so handsome! Lined him up with straight razor -- actually it freaked my son out a little but he was comforted by the barbers. Lol. All in all, the experience went well. My son is picky with his cut but he left very happy! Well done, Daniel! We will be back! Maybe next time with his Dad, so the man talk can continue. read more

Privileged Professional Barbershop - Barbers Near Me - Salinas, California

I just got my sons haircut yesterday evening by Daniel A. and from the beginning to end, it was easy to schedule and I was VERY happy with the results. For some reason, I've always had bad luck with flaky barbers here in the 831, but I'm pretty sure we've found our new place! Thank you Daniel for the great haircut, you have my son acting brand new lol see you guys soon! (This review was about a month ago). Five stars to Daniel! Now, this is my SECOND review for my second time going and this time I've had the unfortunate poor service provided by the owner, Juan. I've scheduled this appointment online for 7:30 this evening. The only time available for the rest of the year & after I get off work. I work full time and both of my children go to school/ after school program, by this time, we are tired and want to get in and get out. Due to the difficulty of getting into this place during the evenings, especially with the same barber, I am truly disappointed to be treated like my business there ain't shit. The sign on the door says it's closed at 6pm so I was worried when I showed up before 7. I waited until 7:25, called twice w/ no answer, left one voice mail and one email showing proof I was there before my appointment time, in respects to the strict cancellation policy. I've decided to leave at 7:25 bc by the looks of a closed, locked door, turned off barber sign and not picking up My Phone calls. Now on the road back to Marina it starts pouring rain and I get a text from Juan stating he was in the bathroom and was in the shop, at 7:40. Ten minutes after my scheduled appointment time. (I see in the policy the shop can wait up to ten minutes for a late customer w/ a phone call, but where does it say a customer has to wait for the barber to even announce he's inside of a shop that's obviously closed?) I reply with the obvious, all that I've stated above, to his DIRECT PHONE LINE with DIRECT communication and STILL get charged a late fee and recorded as a "no show". I am an office manager at a very seasoned construction business here on the peninsula, I am always accountable for my actions. Let it be know, as a single mom with a son, I've always gotten the short end of the stick with barbers here. I go out of my way to support local businesses ESPECIALLY businesses owned by my fellow Latinos, but to work an 8 hour shift, grocery shop, pick up my kids, drop one off to the baby sitters to take my son out to Salinas at 7:30 in the evening to an obviously closed shop, have direct open and honest communication with the actual owner, wanting to reschedule and have him STILL charge me the service fee????!!!! Blew my mind and disappointed the hell out of me. Like I've said to Juan and what I'm going to state here; As a man, you did NOT EARN THAT MONEY. Since this shop opened and my brother in law went there, I've referred so many guys there, two of them left a review. You're a janky business owner who treated an honest person like they wanted to get one over on you. I know you have that strict cancellation policy for a very good reason/ reasons, but I just got charged $25 bc you were in the bathroom past my appointment time with zero indication the shop was even open. Never doing business with Juan and any shop affiliated with him. Please see attached photo w/ late fee charged. I was at the business for almost 40 minutes from 6:50pm-7:25. Smh. Zero 12/7/18: Juan, in response to your defensive response, here's some advice; do better as a business owner. You only have a positive reputation for your hair cutting skills, not your customer service/ communicative/ business owner skills. As accountable as you say you are, WE ALL KNOW class in seaside at 7 and an appointment at 7:30 in Salinas doesn't equal to being on time. Thank you for proving my point of you being late Please feel free to post all screen shots of whatever, bc at the end of the day I'm speaking FACTS of my EXPERIENCE with my appointment with you. And please, spare me with the "adult responsibility" verbiage, NO ONE was there in the shop when I left at 7:25. If you're running late, communicate. It goes a long way. You texted me ten minutes after my appointment letting me know you were there, bc that's probably when you actually arrived at the shop from Seaside to keep it 100. I should of charged you $25 for wasting MY time. And good for you for refunding my money you should of never charged me to begin with. That's what we like to call, "doing the right thing." Step up your customer service skills like you do your hair cutting skills and maybe you'll be a more well rounded individual. read more

Privileged Professional Barbershop - Look at this bs. Second time customer with zero history of being late or not showing up. That's lunch money for both of my kids for a week. - Barbers Near Me - Salinas, California

I was a walk in and Raul got me in for an undercut after only 30 min of waiting. Highly recommend Privileged Barber shop. Being a female, i was nervous going to a barber but they are all very professional and definitely know what they are doing. read more

I Was recommended here don't recommend anyone else .I also made a appointment for the following day, to be sure I had a spot that's what appointments are for right?It was my first time here. I ended up being 5 min late 9:35am when I was scheduled at 9:30am.I walk in shop and I ask for the barber. Who then rudely tells me I am late and looks at the clock he continues that he had already started on someone else instead. He also says so to come back at 12 . I told him I am not coming back and I plan on never returning. Terrible first time experience and customer service. I would never recommend this place to anyone looking for high quality service. I got a haircut at Headquarters barber shop instead it was dope walked right in. In response the owner you never offered yourself or anyone else instead I notified your shop I was coming in the day before and I notified your barber as well. If you truly honored your clients and appointments especially New Clients you would allow some leniency for them. People would agree if you really care about customer service as you advertise. When I walked in it was not 9:40 as "you"state it. I know for a fact I don't recall things. It doesn't matter if I called or not I do the day before.I would advise you to change your policy to a Professional one. It was funny and very offensive to lose my spot after not even 10 min when I had high expectations. If you have such a strict appointment policy then why would you allow a walk-in over a appointment at 9:30am? That makes no sense, never booking here unfortunately. read more

This is a fantastic Barber Shop! All four barbers do meticulously detailed, excellent haircuts! Same should be said about their beard shaping & trimming. They are hospitable, the shop is clean, attractive, and comfortable. The barbers & the clients are very nice and pleasant, and the camaraderie and humor make it such that I can't wait for my next haircut!! I go more often than required just for the extra fun! Whether it be your barber is Daniel, Cookie, Migi, Rafa, or Isaac, you've got a great haircut!! Steven Denmark, M.D. read more

I needed a haircut for a trip, and got something way better. I am all about experiences and customer service , and that's what I got. I ended up with a great haircut, shave, and all around great customer service. The barbershop has all the coffee, beer, cocktails anyone would ever need no matter the time--no complaints here on that! Finally, their online booking with their barbers and the various service makes this shop that much better and easier to book for those of us gents who are always on the go. read more

They are really good at cutting and make sure they are detailed in the haircut and they are very careful

I took my 3 year old son for his first haircut and I was a little nervous, since it was his first time. He cried but Rafa was very patient with him and talked to him throughout the process. Thank you! I recommend this place. read more

This place is good. However completely unreliable when it comes to organizing a haircut service. They encourage you to book online to avoid waiting for an hour but then more than half the time they cancel your online reservation on the whim. I had two haircuts here and for the actual service I was very happy. However I also had 2 cancellations at the last minute so that means its a 50-50 chance in getting anything. Things come up, I get it. However this doesnt seem the place that is interested in keeping loyal customers. read more

From start to finish this establishment was great! My nephew is visiting from out of town and desperately needed a haircut. I made an appointment over the phone with Adrian and was pleasantly surprised when we walked in. The shop is clean and open. There is plenty of seating and they offer refreshments while you wait. Everyone in the shop was kind and courteous, very professional! Adrian did a fantastic job on my nephew! I was blown away! Privileged is a great new local business. Men finally have a place just for them to get pampered! (lol) They are bringing back a lost art. Thank goodness for professional barber shops making a comeback! read more

Great service and prices. Always a good time when I come to the shop. Hands down best barbershop in town! read more

Privileged Professional Barbershop - Barbers Near Me - Salinas, California

Great place to get a hair cut by professionals who know what there doing, cookies and Daniel are great, they don't take to long like great clips. And you can get a hot shave and designs. I will be a returning customer. read more

HORRIBLE !!!!! Do Not Go Here !!!!!!! I was so Astonished when my son told me his experience he was crying and scared when he got home The hair cuts are fairly ok but !!!!!! Kookie was being very loud and obnoxious and yelling out profanity in front of customers family & kids while he was getting a trim on the chair he txted me "dad pick me up fast" Such a shame how some one can be so ghetto At his own business KOOKIE YOU ARE A JOKE NEVER COMING BACK !!!! Your not a business man your a JOKE !!!!!!! read more

Was in the area and dropped in for a much need cut and line up, was quickly greeted and offered a beverage. Daniel was able to get me in without an appointment and only waited about 5 min (enough time to finish my beer ) new to the area and will definitely be back! Very nice relaxing atmosphere read more

Have made the trip from seaside to get my hair cut here twice and will definitely be doing it again. Got my haircut maybe 2 months ago and have had 3 not great haircuts elsewhere in a row so decided it was time to make the trip again. Definitely don't regret it, have been helped by 2 different guys but from the looks of it I'd trust any of them to give me a cut. Was a walk in both times and waited less than 15-20 minutes each time. Refreshments offered and available but it really comes down to these guys do a good job on your hair and give a great luxury experience at a fair cost. read more

I've been looking for a proper barber for a while now and living in Salinas doesn't make it easy. I can finally say with confidence that my search is over. I decided to give this place a shot and in particular Miguel (Instagram Handle: miguelqthebarber). The barbershop is a small little joint but felt just like an authentic barbershop with conversation and tons of laughs. I felt right at home while getting my cut and shave. Miguel did an amazing job and I would definitely recommend him for your services. I explained what my vision was for my cut and beard maintenance and he brought it to life. I recommend the hotel towel shave and beard trim; homie lined me up perfectly. The only thing I would recommend is an easier and more efficient way to make appointments. read more

If I could give this place 10 stars I would! Love the atmosphere, the skilled barbers and the attention to detail that goes in to every hair cut. You would be a fool to go anywhere else in Salinas! read more

I come every 2 weeks for my haircut and my man Miguel always delivers. Never have to wait when I come in for my appointment except I've but it was like 5 minutes. Staff is great and lots of laughs. Always offering refreshments and the vibe is great. read more

Honestly my haircut was horrible some young guy name Louis not to sure it that's his name but it was bad, that shit came out hella horrible the beard line up wasn't so bad, I should of just got it cut by kookie that guys does a really good job I suggest to anyone to go with kookie that guy does a great job one of the best barbers in Salinas next to my boy Ricky cardona read more

Awesome shop ... the shop looks sharp and clean and professional .. Kooky Monsta is cordial nice vato

Its been at least 10 years since I've had anyone cut my hair other than myself. So i was very hesitant to go anywhere. Daniel was able to fit me in for an appointment last minute. I was glad to finally tell someone how i wanted my hair and they knew exactly what i wanted. I gave up on letting people cut my hair years ago because it never came out how i wanted it. Daniel cut my hair exactly how i wanted. Never been so happy with a haircut. Thank you. I will be back!! 5 stars! read more

My boyfriend had an appointment here for the first time on Saturday, he had never been to a barbershop until i made him an appointment and he definitely won't go back to any other place he loved it and so did i, his fade looked great and so did his beard this barbers are no joke plus when i went to drop the money for the appointment all of the guys there were super nice and friendly great place guys . read more

Ernie is one of the best barbers ever ! He's so kind and is always understandable as far as helping my bf get the cut he wants . He does exactly as what's asked . My bf is no longer going to his at home barber because he always flaked . Ernie is on top of his schedule and true with his words so thanks man ! #NewBarberFromThe831 read more

Great cuts and a great environment. A little pricey but great fades and line ups. Everyone in there knows what they are doing. Hit them up.

Always a great experience when I come in with my family! Plenty of laughs in the shop and the work is awesome.

I had a great haircut experience here. I was looking for about 2 weeks on the internet for a haircut place prior to this experience. Out of all the yelp reviews, I thought I'd give this place a try. I drive from Watsonville to Salinas for this haircut, and I was pleased with my haircut experience. I didn't get his name, but the guy who did my haircut looked to be in mid 20's with a beard and glasses. Great job! read more

These guys do great work! Easy booking process, clean haircuts, and great service! I drive from Watsonville just to get my haircut here.

This place took good care of me. I am picky about who cuts my hair but Miguel did a fantastic job. Felt fresh after he did his thing. Thank you Miguel! read more

If you need a good cut in a relaxed environment this is the place! Kookie has been cutting my hair for a while now and never fails to give me a perfect razor fade each and every time. His skills dont stop there though he can give you any style cut you want and you're going to leave looking fresh and ready to impress. All the barbers in this place are experts at their craft. Thanks guys! read more

Amazing staff and very professional. Whatever your needs are in a cut, this is the place to go too! Juan and his staff are always greeting you once you walk through the door. The vibe in the shop is wonderful and you feel like your apart of the family! Great quality and I highly reccommend anyone wanting a fresh cut and style! Keep it up guys! read more

When my husband walk out of his appointment, he looked sharper than the blade they used on him. Damn!

Great place to get a hair cut barbers are very professional great atmosphere i go every two weeks and take my boys as well