Rick's Barbershop in the Inner Richmond is the best. Rick has been cutting my hair since I was in high school, and now, at 73 years old, he's still at it. I don't get into San Francisco as often as I used to, but on the rare occasion I'm back in the city, I try to stop by for a haircut. I probably hadn't seen Rick in more than 10 years, yet the moment I walked through the door, he immediately remembered my name. That really says something about the kind of person and business owner he is. Remembering a customer after more than a decade makes an impression. It's that personal connection, along with a great haircut, that keeps people coming back year after year. It was great seeing Rick still behind the chair and doing what he does best. If you're looking for an old-school neighborhood barbershop in the Inner Richmond with someone who genuinely remembers and cares about his customers, Rick's is a San Francisco institution worth supporting. read more

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Always going to lunch or closing not worth the drive. I'm not sure he likes cutting hair

I got my haircut today at Rick's, and it was a great experience. The best haircut I have had since I returned to San Francisco. I would highly recommend Rick's to everyone. The barber was very professional and nice. read more

Heard about Rick's Barbershop from a friend. Said they were fast and cheap which stays true in 2025. Most barbershops around the city will run you $50+ for a cut, but here they keep it simple with just a barebones two seater shop and equipment connected to a long cord from the wall. Price breakdown: $31.00 for "style" cut - I assume with product? (the small sign just says "fauxhawk, combover, etc) $25.00 for a regular cut - I assume without product? $16.00 for beard They don't do appointments so you just have to try your luck. I ended up coming on a Thursday morning, probably about 30 minutes after they opened. 2 Filipino barbers inside and no wait. I didn't get the guy's name, but I got the older Filipino barber with longer hair, who has a seat farthest from the door. I used one of my saved photos for reference to try to explain the cut I wanted, which is a low-drop fade and texturize the top, but I tried to explain it simpler by saying a low-taper on the sides and cut the top just a bit. The barber seemed to understand and got cutting. While sitting the chair it seemed like things were going well. He brought out what looked like some huge hedge sheers to start cutting the top which was something new. I think at this point he was free styling at the end because he combed my hair back similar to a slick-back hairstyle and asked what I thought. It wasn't something I asked for and just tried to style it how I'm used to which looked okay while looking in the mirror there. Overall, cut took maybe 20 minutes to finish. Gives you a short shoulder massage too. Went home, showered, and looked at the results in the mirror. The sides turned out okay, but you could clearly see on the left side, he cut it uneven. Right side, looked a bit cleaner and blended in. I wish he was able to lighten the top a bit more with thinning scissors. Cut itself is average, but the price can't be beat. Would come back if in the area, just be very detailed with explaining. read more

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I probably don't qualify to write a review of this place because I didn't get a haircut there. I was walking past the shop and it looked like a place where I could get what I call a "regular haircut". Old style barber looking place. I went in and immediately felt like they didn't want my business. It appears to be a place that caters to regulars, I was only in there a few minutes but the atmosphere was sort of hostile. When I came in the door I got a look like what do you want? I said could I get a haircut? and I sat down to wait. I know this sounds paranoid but there was something going on there that was indefinable. the barbers took people who had come in after I came in. From the barbersconversation with these newcomers it didn't seem like they had appointments. after awhile I just up and left and no one seemed to notice. I'm an older, traditional looking white guy and I don't know if that had anything to do with itbut I was glad to get out of there, and I think the barbers were glad to see me go. I hadn't said anything while I was in there except to ask to say that I wanted to get a haircut. As I say, I know this sounds paranoid but I know a bad vibe when I'm in the middle of one. It was obvious that they didn't want my money. read more

So glad places like this still exist in SF. All I needed was a simple but well done buzzcut, and they delivered. Very reasonabley priced at $25, no appt, just walked in at 11am and only had to wait about a half hour with 3 people ahead of me. Efficient and no nonsense, and got the same cut I had at a high end barber/salon for fraction of the price. read more

Great haircut. This place is always busy and no appointments taken. Wait time is usually no more than 20 minutes Been coming here for the past six months. Just very good haircuts. They also have a large younger 20-30 yr old clientele getting latest trend haircuts. Also inexpensive read more

Great neighborhoody, old-school barbershop in the Central Richmond. $25 for a regular cut, and it opens early. I just show a phot on my phone of the cut I want, and walk out with a wife-approved haircut. Added bonus is the electric neck and shoulder massage right after the cut. Always a good experience. read more

love this place. only reasonably priced haircut in the entire city, and do a fantastic job nonetheless.

Bad vibe from the person who works near the entrance. Sloppy work, poor customer service. I won't be back.

The haircut was good, but I felt they could do better when it comes to cleanliness and hygiene. They cut the hair and sweep it to the side. The floor is always full of hair. I can live with that, but using on me the same towel they used on the previous customer is where I draw the line. They use two small towels on you. One clean and one from the previous client. If you decide to go, watch which towel they put in the dirty bin and which one they throw to the back of the clean stack and reuse on the next customer. read more

Came in here for an emergency cut, and Jarvin was the man. The vibe is super chill and laid back they welcome you in like family, and also give u a massage with a massage gun at the end also with a hot razor shave which felt really good as well. read more

Best Filipino barbershop in the city! These guys have been here cutting hair for a while and it shows in how tight theirs cuts are. Only 2 chairs so might be a wait depending on when you stop by but I was able to get in and out in 30 mins. Easy street parking on Geary. read more

in a pinch, good enough. waited 20 min, until the second barber came in. showed him a pic of the skin fade that I wanted, what I got was close enough. slightly above average, but good for the price. read more

I really like this place, the Filipino guy name Caesar who gave my both sons haircut did very good job! Both barbers are very nice

Ricks is really one of the few or not 1 out of 3 old school Filipino barbershop places. Dicks International Barbershop who are technically the sister-site of the place is just down the block. All in all this place really does the trick for those who don't mind old school style haircuts such mid or hi fades. They do indeed do scissor over comb as well and do a foam and shave after the cut. They also do the machine massager in the end of the cut which is perfect after sitting straight for a while but comes in clutch for me because I work a blue collar job and fight amateur. The cost now is $26 which fairly cheap in my opinion and worth it as long it's your style of cuts. If indeed you have a weird face shape and you don't want any of the two barbers cutting your hair to where it begins rounding with your head shape then let it be known. Mind you it's an old school set up If you feel you need a haircut that needs tons of attention and very particular with everything then this place is not for you. If you need a mid-high skin fade and thin out the top and keep the length then This is the place for you. Time to go would be weekday literally during opening or mid day 12-1pm. It indeed gets busy! read more

Rick's has not changed and that is a good thing. I used to go here all the time back when I lived in the Richmond. Need of a haircut, this afternoon, I found myself back here after a decade. Great service, great tunes, and quick and efficient cut. No frills, no nonsense, great guys, and super cheap for a goos haircut. I'm gonna be back as a regular. read more

A consistent and careful barber, who has been in this neighborhood for years. Just a great no frills shop - and who needs a lot of frills. Waits can be long so be prepared and, if you have to, why not talk to the others in the shop. read more

Due to building fire and pandemic. Ricks finally reopen. They remodel inside. Looks great. Support your neighbourhood barbershop read more

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I had a haircut from Caesar - nice guy, worst haircut of my life. He used these gigantic scissors to cut my hair - there's no way it was going to come out even. I'm stuck with a shitty haircut that ruined the shape of my head. Run as fast as you can. read more

Barbers are good Price is great $22? Massage at the end is nice They take walk ins! Cut:4/5 Price: 4/5 Service: 5/5 read more

They're open - and no lines! For those of you unfamiliar with Rick's. This is the place you can get a no frills, good looking, men haircut for $22! Yeah their prices went up a bit (from the $15 it used to be), but it's still one of the best value for money haircuts you can get in the city. Before COVID you would stand in line outside for 15-60 min easy. Now you can just walk right in. If you're tired of spending $100 on a mediocre haircut, and scheduling it a month in advance, just come read more

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Good honest no nonsense hairs cutting at either Rick's or Dicks. Go early on a weekday if you can and avoid the wait.

Love the cuts and service they provide. I usually get a mid-high or high skin fade here, and they accomplish that very well in about 20-25 minutes. I also appreciate the massager they use at the end because sometimes I really felt that tension I didn't even know I had disappear. Coming here during mid-day of the week is the perfect time. Any other time, it gets really busy and there is a line. Would definitely recommend for low budget hair cuts in SF! read more

I was looking for a cheap alternative for my son who wants a haircut every 2 weeks. Jervin (sp?) gave him a great close fade and blended it nicely with the top. It was a Wednesday around 12:30 so it was quick. I would have given it 5 stars if it was $22 instead of $28 for the cut. read more

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Ricks and Dicks in the neighborhood are OG You can either get your haircut in either one tbh. Good convos, clean cut and nice people. Rare to see the place having no line but won't complain lmao read more

Shout out to my barber back home! Sorry bud you're two hours away so I'll have to venture out to another barber shop. Anyways.. so this is my first time here. Reviews seems great and I need a cut ASAP. This is right around the block (inner Richmond). Simple cut, taper fade.. Ambience.. definitely a retro Filipino 80s barber shop vibe. 4 seating chairs.. barber takes a smile break after every cut. Don't blame the pros, smoke breaks are needed. Again, old school vibe, white walls and very small shop. Two barber chairs... Friendly service. Took a seat and was greeted right away with the barber with the Lionel Richie hair-do. Thanks man! Highly recommend this place! Using the comb and razor cutting method! Love it! Hot towel and razor clean up. Thank you! $16 cut Surely leave a tip! Thank you J!! read more

Rick's Barbershop is a two man operation owned by Rick and assisted by brother Cesar. They both do an excellent job cutting hair - open six days a week and closed on Sundays. Their hours are from 8AM-6PM. Saturday's are their busiest day of the week. Guys like me line up at 7:30AM to be the 1st in and 1st out. Typical haircuts 15-20 minutes each customer - $12 per cut and discounts for seniors. Give them a try - you'll be glad you did. read more

I went by Ricks this morning and I saw that it was damaged by a fire caused by the bakery next door. DO NOT WORRY JERVEIN IS CUTTING HAIR STILL!! JUST GO DOWN THE STREET TO DICKS. You can find him there until the shop gets fixed from the fire damage. I hope it gets fixed soon. I really like both Jervein and Ceasar. I don't choose who cuts my hair because they are both really good. I just go to who ever is available when I arrive. I hope to see Caesar at Dicks cutting hair too. I am happy to see that jervein is still around. read more

Cesar is my guy! It's hard to find a good barber and these guys are legit! I can't say enough about their service.! Moved here from LA in 2007 and been going ever since. Make sure you tip well because the cut and massage is already gem compared to what you get from other shops.! During covid it's wide open pre-covid be prepared to wait and plan accordingly. Thank you fellas for your service read more

Cesar was an excellent barber and followed COVID protocols. Also really enjoyed the conversation and the little touches (massage, wet neck shave) I'll be back for sure. read more

Rick's Barbershop or Rick's Butcher shop? Found this place on Yelp and visited because of the reviews - huge disappointment. Run far, far away. I came in here earlier for a cut, was very specific with what I asked for - 3 on the sides and back, cut an inch off the top. Nothing crazy. I didn't get anything close to that. In fact, Rick doesn't own any guards - you know that thing you put on the top of the blade of the shaver to make sure you're getting a consistent cut? Yeah, he's just eyeing it, praying for the best. The top of my head was even worse - completely inconsistent across my head. I had to spend 2 hours at home just now trying to fix this nonsense. All I can do now is hole myself in my home until it hopefully grows out so I can try again somewhere else. Good thing it's covid times and I have an excuse for canceling plans. I'm not sure if it's incompetence, laziness, or just a lack of talent - but this ain't it folks. read more

This was a great place for a $15 haircut. Now they are $22 and obviously terrible. The last two times I have been here now I walked out with an absolutely atrocious haircut. Like the old guy couldn't even cut a straight line! It's not like I asked for anything complicated and now I look totally ridiculous. Never again will I step foot in here. Not sure why it always has a line as they honestly should just retire. read more

I don't know which of the two dudes is Rick, but that doesn't matter. They are both exceptional barbers. Their no frills approach to the craft focuses on the things that matter most... the customer and the cut. read more

I converted from hair salons to barbershops recently. Before I came here, I was worried the atmosphere would be too "broy". Turns out, Rick is super friendly and just generally a good guy who enjoys what he does & does it well. Be sure to do your homework and figure out the cut you want beforehand. Get acquainted with lingos like taper, nape, arch...etc, and learn how to specify the texture & sideburn style you want. This is not the kind of place where you flip through fashion magazines and have a style consultation. If you want that, go to a regular salon. Got my hair cut and out of the door in 15 minutes. The cut is clean yet stylish. Not much more I can ask for. read more

Good old school barbershop They cut your hair like you want it and at reasonable price. read more

Yo Rick's is back! Well, I think it's been back for a while but I just made my first visit since pre-pandemic. Shockingly, the wait was extremely minimal at 8:30 AM! Got a cut from the man himself, and had no complaints! In and out quickly with shorter, cleaned up hair, which was my goal. read more

Nice little barber shop that gets the job done. Arrived at 8:45am on a Saturday and only had two people ahead of me. Roughly a 20 minute wait. The guys seemed nice and most importantly listened to what I wanted. I was happy happy with my hair cut. Price was $15, not including tip. Everyone before me gave $20, so I followed suit. Seems good value. The massage at the end was pleasant. I would go again if I lived in the area. read more

Great place for a good haircut. New to the neighborhood and this is my go to spot. Been there 3 times so far and it's always Update: Rick's is temporarily closed but you can find them down the street a few blocks away at Dicks read more

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Reminds me of the barbershops near base I used to go to for my weekly head-mowing when I was in the military (in a good way). Services are inexpensive with haircuts at $16 and beard trims at $9. Definitely not the place to go for the latest intricate hipster hairstyle but they do a great job as long as what you want is more traditional. Only reason why I don't give them five stars is their hours aren't great if you work full time and the wait can get long. They're only open 8-5 weekdays and 8-3 on Saturdays. Often there's only one barber with a line out the door that takes an hour to get through. read more