Today I had the best haircut I've ever received in New York at The Mens Lounge…read more I've spent the last 5 years getting mediocre haircuts through NYC. After another disappointing haircut near my office, my wife encouraged me to seek out a barbershop near where we live on the Upper East Side. My hair grows outward in a somewhat-proverbial "Jewish poof," rather quickly, as well, and last but not least, I have a not-so-insignificant scar on my scalp above my right ear that gives me a bald spot with short hair; to say the least, it's a difficult haircut to get right. After researching lots of places in the neighborhood, I finally found the Mens Lounge, and decided to try here, especially because this was one of the only places around where the positive reviews weren't just fades or buzz-cuts, but also scissor cuts. I went around 3pm on a Saturday afternoon, no wait, and David saw me immediately. I talk through the issues with my previous haircuts, explained exactly what I wanted, and 20 minutes later, he delivered a perfect haircut. I couldn't have been more happy, and just as importantly, my wife also thought it was a great haircut. The $25 was worth every penny, and I will be back there every 2 weeks for a haircut. Probably will also get my shoes shined next time, too!

I was a walk in near closing time. I got on the chair and asked for a fade, 7 on top, 3 on the…read moresides. The guy worked quickly and efficiently and I was happy with that part of the cut. Then I asked him to clean up my beard. It's pretty long so when he asked me how much to take off I said like half and inch, but mostly just clean it up. He proceeds to cut off half the length. In the moment I was like ok, it's cut now so no sense in stopping it, just make it even and get me out of here. In the end he totally reshaped it and cut way too much off. I went to leave and he said "60 dollars" a little high but ok, left a $20 tip. When I got home I noticed that he had taken it almost all the way down on one side of my jaw. My whole beard was totally uneven with a practically bald spot on one side. I had to take scissors to the other side just to look somewhat normal. Overpriced, worked too fast, did a poor job. There's a thousand places to go in the city that are cheaper and better. This is what I get for trying out a closer spot. And he sprayed me with nasty cologne without asking. Never going back.

The work is professional, the atmosphere and service are terrific, and it's reasonably priced. I'm…read moretotally happy.

I got my haircut by Kenya Renee at this salon on New Years Eve. I have never written a negative…read morereview about a haircut however I am so upset about how it turned out. I booked a regular cut and the stylist pressured me into a curly cut ($85 vs $135) despite me saying that I didn't think that would work well for my hair as my hair texture is waves/loose curls. I wouldn't have minded paying more if it was a good cut but the cut is nothing like what I requested and is an uneven mess. My hair is way shorter than I wanted and is so stressful to style. When my initial reaction to the cut was that it was very short, the stylist got upset and said I asked for a short cut (if you look at the inspiration photo you can see how much shorter mine turned out). I pointed out the uneveness and she said it was because of my hair being tighter curls on one side, which I told her wasn't the case. She also told me that I don't need products with hold after I shared that I'm struggling with finding products that give me enough hold, and said how she styled my hair was proof- as is obvious in the picture my hair was completely flat and a mess. I'm not a confrontational person so at that point I just wanted to get out of the salon. The stylist had positive reviews so my only guess is that she wasn't experienced with my hair type. I have since tried styling multiple ways including blowing out my hair and it is obvious how uneven it is; it's so embarrassing that I had to trim some of the most noticeable pieces myself. I work in a school and have had kids saying all day long "why did you cut off all your hair!" and I have to smile and pretend I chose this. I'm pretty easy going about my hair, but this has been so upsetting and stressful.

I got a great haircut here. I admit, I suffered a mild bout of sticker shock initially. $40 before…read moretip is a lot for a trim and fade. But that's just UES prices, post-Covid. I knew when I hopped out of the barber's chair that I looked good. Multiple people complimented my fade. My edges were clean but natural. They say pain--I guess, to your chase account?--is the price of beauty. My haircut might have hurt, but I'll be back for more.

Just moved to the area last week and I needed a new barbershop; Transparently, alot of the places…read morein the area all kind of look the same, but, Smart Barber was great! Loved the experience, very nice staff, and most importantly....great haircut!

20 years running with Peter. From legacy shops to their own over the last many years, it is always…read morethe same reliable, high quality service with an excellent vibe. Even the espresso is good! Any service I have had from the norm and haircuts to shaves and shoes or manicures is rock solid. Cool beans.

Very tempted to not write a review and say what a great, incredible. barber Roberto is because I…read morealready have a hard enough time getting an appointment, and if any more people know about Roberto, I'm sure the line will be out the door. So, while I'm happy to tell you that Roberto is the best barber in the City, whoever is reading this has to promise that they won't write a review telling anyone else about Roberto! Thanks!

Went in for a new cut and the lady stylist helped us. Great cut, carefully listened to what we were…read morelooking for --had smart hands and a great eye for styling!

Richard is the best. Owner and master barber. Great neighborhood barber, clean, convenient and easy…read moreappoint system.

I had a 2:00pm appointment and called to inform them that I was running a few minutes late. I…read morearrived at 2:06pm and the front desk informed me that the stylist, I believe her name was Allison, was just finishing up with a client. I waited and watched as the stylist and her client engaged in a conversation for at least 15 minutes. Finally, I just left, my afternoon ruined. Incidentally, this occurred at their 381 Park Ave. location.

After searching & asking around for months (literally), I luckily came across Fleischman. In a…read moresea of skin fade barber shops in NY & elsewhere, I was relieved and skeptical. Lucky for me, I found Tricia and she was exceptional. The vibe was relaxed and very chill, which i appreciate compared to a shitshow chaotic salon or barber. Admittedly, and communicated to her on arrival, getting my longer hair cut just a few times a year makes me an even bigger pain in the ass than normal. That said, she was patient and clearly very knowledgeable. Tricia took time to listen and understand what I was trying to accomplish with this cut and then guided me through and executed her process. The results are great and her attitude and skill are very much appreciated . Thanks very much -- highly recommended

Really not good. The towels smell rank as if they've never been washed and then the apprentice had…read morewater drip all the way down my shirt which was soaked by the time I left.

First time and WOW. What a hidden gem! I just moved back to Manhattan and have been looking for the…read morebest haircut place that is not a fortune as well! This is THE PLACE! Best haircut I have ever had. I had Maki! So happy to have found it and her:)

Great place, great prices, great quality. Probably the best…read morebarber shop in the UES. Cash only.

unless your a local or regular their goal is to get you out in 20 minutes. there's no reason I…read moreshould have to tell another grown man multiple times to get his finger out of my mouth. $50 shape ups that will leave you feeling like you never got one

I was looking for a simple trim and fade and they delivered. The barbers are friendly and quick and…read morethe price is average for the neighborhood ($32 for a men's cut as of August 2022). At the end of the day, we all want dependability. This barbershop is a clean and professional place that has earned my trust. It's definitely a solid UES option.

I came in for a men's haircut from this place and it was absolutely horrible. The top is completely…read moreuneven and now the hairs on the back of my head are sticking up because he cut them too short. I would not recommend this place. The guy talks the whole time instead of paying attention to what he is doing. 0/10. Update: The owner of the shop has reached out to me and advised the haircut was uneven because my hair is thin/ I am balding. Regardless if this is true or not, he believes that cutting the hairs shorter would help me in this situation? I think we can all agree that is not how to help hide a balding head, you would leave them longer and style them to cover the spot. The truth is that he messed up the haircut and won't own up to it. I won't go back and I recommend you don't either.

Great price and great cut. Liked the music he was playing in there. Lots of plants in there made it…read morenice

Alex is still rocking! Note that the haircut post Covid-19 closure is now $15 and you need to wait…read moreoutside but Alex is still doing the same great job. Just a note that last time I stopped by around the last week of August there was another barber working with Alex, a younger guy who had been waiting for a customer who had supposed scheduled an appointment with him (probably a friend of his) and while he waited he didn't want to cut the hair of a customer that walked by. But Alex offered to cut the gentleman's hair which was a nice attitude.