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I got my haircut with Christian at Concept Barbershop. He was very attentive to what I was saying,…read moreknew exactly what to look for at the taper and never rushed. The store was laid out in a casual and friendly manner and the whole experience was businesslike. I walked away feeling good and will be back. If you're in downtown San Jose, I highly recommend requesting Christian!

You know those IG reels where they feature dramatic before and after transformations of men who…read morelook unkempt with overgrown hair + scraggly beard, and in sad shape? This was our cousin. 4 months ago he was ready to get his maintenance cut and we had a genius proposition. We asked him if he would be willing to do one of these before and after reels. It would be our job to take care of finding a barber. All it would take was for him to grow his hair out so that we could turn him into the next IG star. (Yes we aim high). He couldn't refuse. Fast forward to the big day. I found Concept on IG and out of the lineup of Barbers, I chose Kann, because sometimes you just have to take a leap of faith and trust that it will all work out. I'd never been to Concept before and from the moment I stepped inside, I already loved the lighting and cleanliness of the shop. The exposed brick wall and high ceilings made the shop look much larger than it is. We introduced ourselves and told Kann about our idea of filming our cousin for his before and after transformation. Kann was the sweetest guy and was completely open to us from the start. We immediately liked him and he didn't mind that there were 2 of us there hanging out for the haircut filming and taking pics the entire time. Kann was extremely patient, skilled and meticulous as a barber. He used both scissors + clippers and gave my cousin what he wanted. We ended up going overtime and even though there was another client after us, Kann made sure to take his time to be as thorough as possible. Definitely recommending Kann and Concept to anyone looking for a good Barber.

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The Parlor of Silicon Valley

4.8(191 reviews)

3.1 mi•Willow Glen

I went to see Pat at the Parlor of Silicon Valley as a first time client, looking to cut back a ton…read moreof my hair - I had a very solid experience. The shop is very clean and good-looking, and the rates are pretty well matched to what's reasonable nowadays. When I walked in I was comfortably welcomed for my appointment. Pat is both well educated and well experienced in his trade, and put a great deal of emphasis on the consultation for what I wanted and helping me understand how to style my hair for what I was looking for. I definitely recommend him for a good clean cut, especially if you're looking to understand your hair better for getting what you want.

Damien is fantastic and has cut my son's hair a few times already. He speaks teen and knows exactly…read morewhat my son wants, and his fade looks perfect every time! Outside of taking his time and doing a quality cut, he finds ways to chat with my kid for the full time! Great spacious place with super nice people!

Bald fade with a line up

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0A Shadow fade with beard trim and line up.

Craft Salon & Barbershop

4.5(367 reviews)

4.4 mi

Certified professionals

Locally owned & operated

Ann is great, she remembers exactly what you want, doesn't overdo it, cut holds up for weeks. Easy…read moreto book, easy to talk to. Highly recommend.

I've been getting my hair cut by Hanan for almost 5 years now. She is absolutely amazing at her…read morecraft. Since then I've grown out a pixie with her, I can say she can cut short hair to super long hair and everything in between. Especially love the beautiful face framing she does. Can't recommend her enough

2.0 mi•Rose Garden, Downtown

By Hanan.

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Men's haircut done by Lena

Paradox

4.8(180 reviews)

11 years in business

Walk-ins welcome

Recently started coming here after 10+ years at a mom & pop shop. Alex M has taken care of my hair…read moretwice and couldn't be happier. The shop has great music, is very clean & all the staff is polite. Be sure to make your appointments well in advance as appointments go fast! Thanks again, Alex!

Baby's first perm! It's me. I'm baby…read more Booked the night before with Rich Hoang -- stalked his IG and saw he specialized in the type of loose wave perm I wanted. Came in with some inspo pics (Hudson Williams, 90s Keanu, Jackie Chan shag vibes). Rich was very patient and knowledgeable, he indulged my questions about everything. We made a game plan on how to trim and layer my hair and what I was going for. I LOVE THE RESULTS. It's literally the kind of style I want to effortlessly have but can rarely achieve bc mi hair soy super Asian (kapow!). I'm so glad I did it (finally) and looking forward to enjoying it. Highly recommend!

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Mystérieux

5.0(189 reviews)

0.9 mi•Downtown

Matty did a fantastic job with my hair today! This was my first time at the shop and I'm so glad I…read morefound him. He really listened when I explained the issues I've been having with my hair and how I want to grow it out so it has that natural flow again. I could tell he genuinely cared about understanding what I wanted and getting it right. Matty is seriously great at his craft. His precision, skill and attention to detail really impressed me. I never felt like he was rushing and I walked out feeling really good about my hair. The shop itself is modern, clean, well air conditioned and even smells good! I also really like the privacy and the amount of space between each station. It feels comfortable and relaxing instead of crowded. I also really like their online appointment system. It's easy, modern and straightforward which makes booking super convenient. Great first experience. I'll definitely be back!

If you can get past his mid-level personality he's not bad…read more I've been going to Ben for over 4 years now. I went to him for a haircut right before I proposed to my wife. He gave me a great haircut and some advice - which I did not listen to (thank god), but she said yes, so I flew him to LA to cut my haircut for the wedding. He has literally zero game but he can cut hair well.

3.8 mi•Magliocco-Huff, West San Jose

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Day One Barbershop

4.8(246 reviews)

Locally owned & operated

Walk-ins welcome

Been going to Louie C. since my first visit to this barbershop and he's been consistently great…read more His fades are always clean, he pays attention to the small details, and he's friendly and easygoing. I appreciate knowing I can come in and get a solid cut every time. Highly recommend him. Day One Barbershop itself has a really chill, laid-back vibe and always feels welcoming. It's an easy place to come in, relax, and get a great cut.

Unreliable scheduling system and barbers. Unskilled barbers…read more My first experience here and won't be coming back. Made an appointment for Harold to come in after work. I get a text shortly asking to come in on a different day or even earlier. I explained i had work which is why i took the last appointment. We compromised on a day earlier, same last block. I get a call the afternoon of my appointment. Harold explains he had to leave for the day and passed me off to a different barber. I was hesitant but i gave it a chance. Came in 10 minutes earlier. Was helped right away by the secondary barber. Showed him multiple pictures of my usual haircut. It's very simple, fade on the side and trim on top, even out the front. I felt like he didn't really look or ask for clarification. Instead he template matched me to cuts he probably regularly does. Guys who get haircuts regularly know when it feels wrong. And I could tell he went too high on the sides just by feeling. And when i saw it in the mirror my heart sank. Just ruined my head in 10 minutes. I could tell he wasn't comfortable with scissors. He actually lost grip on his shaver and knicked me on the neck with it. I do not recommend this place. And I get a haircut literally every single week where I'm from and they lost a potential regular. I don't think I'll come back here after going thru the stress of working with Harold trying to reschedule around HIM with my own personal schedule already. Very unprofessional. On top of that, you pre pay and get charged BEFORE coming in and as I was about to leave the guy who did my haircut asked me to pay AGAIN. So now I got double charged in the meantime while I wait for them to refund my original booking. These guys need to get it together and make the customer experience and journey have less friction and back and forth. Very disappointed. Don't book with Harold he likes to leave early. Adrian tried his best, but he's got a lot of work to do. 8/19: Edit cuz the owner or barber wants to back track. But Harold cornered me the afternoon of my appointment while I was at work to tell me he would be leaving at 3 that day and said he was gonna leave me to another barber. So NO NORMAN, he did not specify that I would get passed off up until a few hours before my rescheduled appointment and at that point I had enough of this back and forth and was trying to trust in the staff to take care of me but I did not get a skilled enough barber to do a simple mid high fade.

Angelo in the middle of a beard trim

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High taper by our shop manager, Jimmy. (@jbcutzem)

Burton Alexander

4.9(124 reviews)

5.3 mi

Ernesto hooked me up w some of the cleanest braids i've had before and a cut. Do business with…read moreconfidence

My son really felt at ease and left feeling so confident. We will be back with Dad next…read more Thanks!

1.7 mi•Auzerais-Josefa, Downtown

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Herman's Barber Shop & Supply

4.5(275 reviews)

Full circle... I first reviewed this place back in 2012! All my barbers (who got their start at…read moreHermans have all moved away) so that left me looking again for someone who can cut my hair. Arlene cut my hair today, we had a nice chat and a great haircut. I love the shop layout, it really is like a museum and the upstairs vibe is great. Phil is a cool dude, I really enjoyed my time there today. Cheers and look forward to the next haircut

Arlene is great !…read more Helped me figure out how to shape my beard. Old school vibes throughout the place!

Detail in our Haircuts

Our upstairs shop The Out Fit at Herman's Only the Best!

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So clean so slick

Paradox

Got a perm here with Esteban and it looks awesome! The texture and curl definition came out exactly…read morehow I asked. He had amazing attention to detail and fantastic customer service. He makes you feel like you're chatting it up with your friend while getting a haircut. Will definitely be coming back!

Super friendly and fun environment. When I first walked in everyone was in a great mood, laughing…read moreand smiling. Great vibes all around. Juan helped me out and did a great job with the cut. Very professional and listend to what I wanted and delivered. Will for sure go back and ask for Juan again.

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Clipper Kings Barbershop

4.7(490 reviews)

1.4 mi•Olinder, Downtown

Great service and a friendly environment love the shop and their home grown compassion with the…read morecustomers

Great spot in San Jose, always good music and walk ins are available…read more Unique is the person who cuts my hair, she always does an amazing job I don't even need to look at the mirror to see if it's good or not it always comes out good and the trust is there. Check/Book with her if you get the chance!!

Haircut and beard

Full head of six braids.

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Munawer D.

4 years ago

If you're looking for a barber shop that combines the best of old-school values with modern cleanliness and style, look no further than this new-age barber shop located in San Jose Japan town. From the moment you walk in, you'll be impressed by the sleek, modern decor and the friendly, professional staff. One of the standout features of this barber shop is the quality of their fades. Whether you're looking for a classic low fade or something more intricate and modern, the skilled barbers here have got you covered. They use high-quality tools and products to ensure that your haircut is not only stylish but also long-lasting. Despite their expertise, the barbers here never rush their work, taking the time to consult with you and ensure that you're completely satisfied with the final result. And yet, somehow, they always manage to provide quick service, so you can get in and out without sacrificing quality. Overall, if you're looking for a barber shop that combines old-school values with modern style and cleanliness, this new-age barber shop in San Jose Japan town is definitely worth checking out. With their awesome fades, skilled barbers, and quick service, you're sure to leave feeling satisfied and looking sharp. read more

Jaime G.

3 years ago

This place changed up my life. I used to go to whatever place would cut my hair for $10 and call it a day. I came in one day as a recommendation to see my barber Ben. From that dayI never looked back and never looked anywhere else. The whole shop has a great vibe that you can feel as a customer. To be honest I always recommend my guy Ben but I have never seen anyone leave with a bad cut. They have so many quality barbers that they need and have an upstairs!! Don't take my word for it, make an appointment or walk in and see for yourself. _propercuts on IG for the shop and bladez_blendz_co on IG for my barber Ben read more

Alba A.

6 years ago

Let me start off by saying how good of barbers they all are. And how nice they all are. Since the first time that I went before they had their own shop, I always went with sean and i still do. I love how he cuts my kids hair and I love his energy and how kind he is. And my Sons love how he cuts their hair. Hes amazing at what he does and i definitely think they are all so good at what they do and if anyones thinking of going, they definitely should. My favorite barbershop! read more

Erwin S.

6 years ago

I rate this barbershop a 5. I had vegas as my barber and he did an excellent job on my fade and beard as well. They also cut my nephew, who is 1 year old, and did an outstanding job. They follow the guidelines for the covid pandemic issue. They are very safe and they make sure the customer is also safe. Call ahead and schedule your appointment today. I definitely will recommend this shop to everyone who is looking for a barber in the san jose area. read more

A N.

6 years ago

One of the best barbershops I've been too great cuts and great vibe! Vegas is an amazing barber and I would recommend him to anyone! He is always on time and gives you exactly what you ask for. His haircuts are clean. Location is in Japan town which is amazing. Shop is well set up. Great shop overall. They even have proper cuts shirts for sale which are great quality! read more

Barsin S.

3 years ago

Been getting cut by CR for a year. He always gets me right, whether I had curls or a crop buzz like right now. Barbers are all extremely friendly and make the shop feel like a family at all times. I definitely recommend getting a cut here and they aren't lying about their name, you definitely leave the shop looking proper every time. (Look at video for reference) read more

Anthony M.

5 years ago

I've had years of trying to find a good person that knows hair! I showed Anthony L. a picture of what I wanted and I got that to the T!!! He's good, and I'll keep coming back! Thanks for a great hair cut, cuz I walked out with a level up to my look! read more

Ray F.

6 years ago

Hands down best barbers in SJ. Friendly, quick, talented, and best of all reliable barbers. Feels like a family and customer service is great. Whether its a date for Saturday or a wedding, proper cuts is a mandatory pull up for any occasion! read more

Srikrishna S.

3 years ago

Shawn was the guy to go to. He was very professional and really nice at talking through the haircut I wanted. Everybody in the shop was really engaging and talked amazing. Very helpful when it came to being flexible and efficient. read more

Alexis H.

5 years ago

Great little shop, big time cuts. Very accommodating to walk-ins, dad and I did last minute cuts while here on vacation. Knowledgeable, and professional. Would get my fade and line up here all the time if I lived in state. read more

Mauricio J.

6 years ago

First time getting my cut here and well I am definitely coming back here Shawn did a really good job you can see he take pride into cutting hair overall I had a great experience here. read more

Investing w.

3 years ago

My friend recommended me this place the haircuts always exceed my expectations and I have been loyal ever since. I really like the barbershop's aesthetic and it's always clean read more

Chris U.

1 year ago

Here at propercuts ask for crispy the barber , where I will handle all of your men's facial and grooming needs, fades, tapers, shaves, long hair , short hair , everything read more

Vi B.

6 years ago

This place had the best barbers and good customer service and they get you right all the time and you can always come in for a good time 10/10 every time I come here read more

Hasnain M.

6 years ago

Cut my hair cut by Sean, the service was great, it was quick, and my haircut looked great. They also took precautions to make sure everything was sanitary and safe. read more

Parshawn A.

1 year ago

Really great barbers. Nice people and amazing service. I've been going to RC for a long time and he always gets me right.

Henry R.

6 years ago

The people there are all friendly and talkative. Will make your cuts feel good and look good. 100% worth a shot.

Kingsley E.

3 years ago

this barbershop is amazing and shawn dose amazing job. i highly recommend if you are in the area.

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