Best local barbershop. Great neighborhood feel friendly atmosphere every Barber topped to bottom is…read morea master of their skill.

I've been to this place plenty of times when I was younger, use to get my haircut by the YOUNGER…read moreguys strictly!!! Went this morning to get a line up (told the guy I just needed my neck shaved). He then demanded it would cost the price of a whole haircut. Which is outrageous for a 30 second task I normally pay $5-20 for. Avoid the old balding guy!! Might be a sign he can't take care of hair in the first place!! Guy looks like a mess!

Great all around energy, and people, Emily, Milton and Luis. Had a nice experience during my visit;…read moreclean and professional.

Had a great experience at Gentleman Republic Barber Shop! Milton cut my hair and did an awesome…read morejob. The quality of the cut was great, and he was super friendly, talkative, and made the whole experience enjoyable. Definitely recommend Milton if you're looking for a great haircut!

Nicky hires the best barbers. Which is what you would expect from the best barber in town…read more Manhattan Beach is lucky to have Svelte. I also like that this barbershop feels like a barber shop. Comfy chairs, classy wood layout and the place is always pristine. I don't ever feel like the blades and cutters aren't cleaned and sanitized. These things matter to me! And of course, the best cut in town. My wife is always happy. Thank you Nicky!

Terrible Haircut and Worse Customer Service at Svelte Barbershop & Essential…read more AVOID! I had the worst haircut experience of my life at Svelte Barbershop & Essential in Manhattan Beach, and I am incredibly disappointed with the results and the owner's complete lack of accountability. The owner, Nicky, was my barber, and he totally butchered my haircut. As the pictures clearly show, he cut a literal hole in my hair above my ear, creating a completely uneven and unacceptable result. It's a shocking lack of skill for someone who owns a barbershop. This wasn't a minor mistake; it was a disaster that ruined my look. Zero Effort to Correct the Situation. Following this terrible experience, I sent the owner, Nicky, several emails asking how he planned to correct this situation, as the damage he did will take weeks to grow out. He has ignored every single one of my emails. This is not only terrible business practice but also shows a blatant disrespect for a customer whose hair he ruined. A professional should immediately try to rectify a mistake, but Svelte Barbershop, and Nicky specifically, have chosen to hide instead. If you are looking for a skilled barber and a shop with even basic customer service, do not go to Svelte Barbershop & Essential. The owner, Nicky, is clearly unskilled and unwilling to take responsibility for his terrible work. This was the worst haircut I have ever received, coupled with the worst customer service. Save your money and your hair, go somewhere else! I've attached photos from the horrible cut about a week or so after being butchered and now a new haircut at a different barber, where he attempted to even it out. You can still see the chunk that was taken out but at least the haircut actually flows now and is not a total dumpster fire.

Jody is the first barber I've gone to since I started cutting my own over COVID. I really enjoyed…read moremy experience there, she's super nice, and the vibe of the shop is cool.

I brought my son for his first Hair cut and I am so glad that my friend did recommend Jody ! She…read morehas been not only extremely patient with him but also did an amazing Job . I highly recommend her !Thank you so much Jody and see you in a few months for his next hair cut !

Great shave ! Thank you so much for getting me right in without an appointment. !!!!!!!read more

Took my husband here for a shave. Due to health issues he was too weak to do it himself. Eddie did…read morea great job. He was not only professional but also very kind & considerate towards my husband. My husband left happy & told me this could get addicting. I guess we will be back!

This is an old fashioned barber shop; and I mean that in a very complimentary way. No blaring…read moremusic, no hipster neo-masculinity vibe, no overly inked/pierced weirdos cutting hair or hanging out. Just a nice relaxed hair cut with a nice bit of chit chat on the side. Pricing is good for the times - I think I paid $35 for a regular men's haircut. I was in and out quickly, and very satisfied with the experience. I'll definitely be going back.

Stopped in for a haircut and they were incredibly rude!!! Only two chairs and no one was waiting…read morebut refused to fit me in....DO NOT USE THIS SHOP!!!

My wife was tired of cutting my hair and suggested I stop being a cheap-ass while using her for…read moreslave labor and actually offered to pay for my 1st real legit haircut once things opened up so I thought I'd might find a barbershop for the future... This spot definitely didn't disappoint. *It's appt only and you gotta call ahead. In addition, there hours are not your typical 9-5pm but I can appreciate the exclusivity! Parking: Street and no meter so that is awesome Ambiance: I dug it. The ceiling fan. The pastel walls. The chairs. The 80's tunes. It literally felt like I was getting a haircut on an outdoor boardwalk in Miami in the 80's. (Not that I would know what that is.. Haha) Barber: Marteen is an absolute artiiiiist. He's precise, thorough, and really knows what he is doing. I've had a few bad experiences with people cleaning me up with a straight edge razor but no knicks and it was an overall great cut and look. It was a really good haircut..... Shoutouts to Argentina baby! *Due to covid and the Delta variant, I was a wearing a mask and he wore one for me too which I can appreciate. Also, when he was cutting my hair he was lifting the mask carefully while cutting my hair perfectly. Ask for my boy Marteen! He'll hoook you up with a nice and fresh cut! JY

I found The Traditional Barber for my husband, and he had his haircut with Diego. He did such an…read moreamazing job, he was super attentive and really took his time to make sure everything was perfect. My husband came home with a fresh, clean cut that looked so good! We'll definitely be going back to Diego. If you're looking for a talented barber, I'd highly recommend him

I highly recommend Manhattan Beach barbershop. Antonio the master barber has been there for 32…read moreyears, the shop itself has been there for 90 years. Almost as old as Antonio, 84 years young. He is truly a character and great barber with classical music blasting, and poetry recital every Thursday. This place is as nostalgic as they come. When finishing my haircut, he offered me some whiskey to sample, fabulous!

I got a great haircut from Jorge! He really took pride and gave me both a haircut and a beard trim…read more I'm walking distance and pretty picky about my barbers ... my normal shop was busy, but Jorge had one appointment left, and I am happy to say he was great. Nice fellow as well, and don't let the old fashioned barbershop vibe think they don't provide stylish haircuts, because they do ... I love and have received a lot of compliments. **Thanks Jorge, nice work!!!

GUAPO CHOPS - I've been cutting at Off Code for a while…read morenow, and I can honestly say it's one of the best shops I've ever been a part of. From day one, I felt welcomed by a team that's talented, supportive, and genuinely wants to see everyone succeed. The atmosphere is professional but laid-back, making it a place where both barbers and clients enjoy spending their time. What really sets Off Code apart is the culture. Everyone pushes each other to improve, share techniques, and grow without any ego. The shop stays busy, the clientele is loyal, and management truly invests in the barbers. Whether you're just starting out or you've been in the industry for years, you're given the opportunity to build your craft and your business. If you're a barber looking for a place that feels like a team instead of just another job, Off Code is where you want to be. It's a shop that values quality, consistency, and creating an environment where everyone wins. I'm proud to be part of it and look forward to coming to work every day. GUAPOCHOPS

I booked a last-minute appointment here for my first visit and was lucky enough to get Carlos.The…read moreend result was way above my expectations! Carlos is not only incredibly friendly and professional, but he truly knows what he's doing. I walked in having absolutely no clue what direction I wanted to go with my hair, so I trusted his advice. I couldn't be happier with the final haircut. I'll definitely be back!