I have nothing but great things to say about Sorrento Barbers and the fine folks who work there. I have been going there for at least a decade and they are always friendly, accommodating and provide a professional haircut at a very modest cost. I always walk out of there happy with my fresh cut and have had many a laugh or shared a music pick. Sorrento is one of the long standing businesses in EastVan that add real human value and community read more

Fantastic vibe and great service. When I come to Vancouver, I always get my hair cut here.

Sorrento is my place. I get my hair done by Andrew (the owner). I text to get my spot in the line 10 or 15 min before I want my cut (that's the new COVID protocol for you). Just enough time to drive there. I get a text back telling it's my turn once I'm at the parking lot. I say Hi to everyone in the shop. I say I want the usual and then we chat about mountain biking, backcountry skiing, the snowfall quality, avalanche risks... And by the end of the convo my cut is done and I'm good to go! read more

I've been coming here for well over two decades. Back then the barbers were all older Italian guys as was the vibe. There was always a riotous, swirling conversation in English and Italian. Only Joe is left now but it is still a friendly place to relax and get your hair cut. The new generation brings in new techniques and styles, but the quality of cut and value for money remains. read more

My barber retired and it's time to find another. How hard could it be? Two barbers were waiting for customers, when I arrived. The first had hair that looked like an old mop; I choose the second. He asked me if I wanted a trim. I started to reply that I wanted two inches on top and one inch one the sides and back. I could've (should've) repeated more of my former barber's instructions, but he was in a hurry. "So, shorter." Yep. After all, it was just a repeat of the hair cut that I had for weeks ago. I won't dwell on how his clippers dug into my scalp because I really want to focus on my finished hair length. The top is about two inches. Check. The sides decrease from half an inch to bald. Actually one side is slightly longer than the other. Where can I rent a wig? read more

Sorrento Barbers - I asked for one inch sides--not bald. - Barbers Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Right when I walked in I Instantly loved the environment. It had a chill atmosphere and very nice barbers. Has a old school kinda vibe. The whole experience was relaxing and I love my haircut. I'll for sure be back if I'm ever in Canada. Make sure you have cash on you because they do not take card. read more

Sorrento Barbers - Barbers Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

What all those hipster barber retrosexual places where dudes have handlebar moustaches and sleeve tattoos want to be, this is. Go in a boy, you'll come out a man. No appointments. Ya wait on a bench, while CNN blares on a set and old Italian men snip away. When a chair is free, bam, ya sit in it. The barber asks ya, "Short? Or Trim?" Short means you want it short. Trim means you just want it trimmed. Life used to be so simple! Then, he spins ya toward CNN and starts snippin. CNN blares a story about a government official. "Thieves!" spits Tony, my barber, snip, snip, "Alla thieves!" Then "uhhyah!" grunts a barber down the line in reply, snip, snip. Tony, waving one hand while the other snips: "Alla thieves, this governt!" Other barber: "Uhhhyah!" Tony tells me how it is while he's snipping, an opinion on every story. Sad story? He clicks his tongue and shakes his head. Zany story? Short breathed, belly laughter. Complicated story? I can't really make out most of it...you could say he has a bit of an accent. Does it matter? Not in the slightest. It's all in his tone, his laugh, the grunts of agreement. They banter, these barbers. It feels good. Then Tony pulls out a straight razor and goes to work on the back of my neck. Yes, a straight razor on the back of my neck. Some shaving cream back there, and he goes to work. An if that's not the tightest fade the back of my neck has ever seen, this ain't Hastings Sunrise. He slaps on a bit of aftershave, and spins me around. That scent brings me back. Listen well: a good barber should remind you of your grandfather. 17 bucks, and I'm out. Thank Tony. Uhhhyah! read more

Sorrento is another great barber shop yelp helped me discover. Three Italian men and an Italian women cut people's hair for a few decades and they figure they can cut yours just fine too. There's no sense in doubting them until the follicles hit the floor, but you'll be smiling and short $20 long before they're swept in the trash. Peculiar things they do that other places don't - shave your neck and ears with a straight razor, tell jokes with their regulars, talk about what's on the TV, talk to each other in Italian, not rush you out of the chair once they think they're done, actually listen to suggestions about finishing your cut. I got a "regular long." It took about 20 minutes and 20 dollars, and it's not sloppy. It also does not look good sloppy either. But the shape turns out great with a quick combing and I''ve had quite a few compliments. When he told me everyone gets these cuts shorter, I mentioned that my grandpa has told me I'll be bald soon enough anyway. Right after, an old guy comes in complaining loudly that they stole all his hair! But then, of course, he trusts his son to their scissors and why would he want a bald son? read more

Sorrento is one of the last old-fashioned barbershops remaining in Vancouver, and I love going there. I sport a buzz cut, which is easy enough to do, but I've seen plenty of guys with medium to long hairstyles getting cuts. They look great once finished. These guys (and woman) know what they're doing, and you can trust them with your hair. I'd definitely recommend this place if you're looking for a classic cut or shave. The barbers are very talkative and provide an excellent experience. Furthermore, its relatively inexpensive ($17 for a cut) and you won't leave disappointed. read more

I went here with my boyfriend cause he asked me to advise him for the new cut. The guy who took care of him started to make fun of us because a grown up man doesn't need a woman's advice. Vancouver 2016 not Calabria 1950, it's not fun to be sexist and offensive with your clients and also next time listen because the haircut was too much shorter than what I was requesting. So we went away offended by some random hairdresser and also with the wrong haircut, the same as all the other people while I was there. Thanks, no. read more

If I was a man I would totally get my hair cut here. In fact this place almost makes me wish I was a man. It's more of an experience than a haircut. It's full of people just hanging out and chatting while the barbers are busy cutting away. They joke and tease and in general just have a good time....It's sooo much fun. The haircut my friend got was actually pretty good and they even straight razored his neck....old school with hot foam. They do hot towel shaves which came highly recommended by a patron. Sorrento's is an experience I think everyone should try. read more

An awesome place to take a kid for a haircut! We used to take our small fry to the fancy-schmancy kid haircut place on Broadway but, for $25, he'd come out looking like someone went at him with hedge clippers. Not worth the trip. We took a chance on this old-school barber shop and wow! super impressed! Jack loved the grownup feel of watching soccer with the old Italian guys (and the lollipop they gave him at the end). The haircut is excellent, the neighbourhood great, the kid is happy. Everybody wins! read more

Authentic. Classic. And. Cheap. There were three little old men talking in Italian and all the could understand was they someone came after someone else w w 2 by 4 and whacked him in the knees. read more

Fantastic hair cut and beard trim. The older European barbers know how to do things right and with style. This will be my new spot. read more

You'll most likely get the best haircut of the century here at Sorrento. The atmosphere is great and the people are really friendly. I requested a disconnected undercut, side swept & fade 2-3. Colin, my go to guy, always took his time and patience to cut my hair to the finest of proportions. I've been cutting with Colin for more than a year now, and only had compliments from both myself and my friends. Hands down the best barber the world's ever f*cking seen. If you find this review useful, do upvote. Get the word out! :) read more

Great atmosphere, great service and it seems a lot of repeat business. At times they've been very busy and I've had to come back another day, but, this is a sign of happy customers. Off to get my haircut in a few hours. read more

This is two things: an old fashioned, traditional barber shop, and a great place for a haircut, and a shave. Mino cuts my hair, or Joe if I'm in a rush and can't wait for Mino. Joe is as good as any of the expensive places I've tried, and Mino is just about the best barber I've ever had. I looked amazing at my wedding last year, in large part thanks to Mino's fine work! He made me look exactly how I wanted to. He understood what I meant when I asked for a cut. He asks me questions throughout the hair cut, and pays attention to what I say. Fantastic hair cuts. Wonderful shaves. Good conversation. Customers from 8 to 80. Soccer on an old TV. Stop trying to improve on it; this is the place to go. Oh - and you have bring cash. There are CIBC and RBC (I think) branches within walking distance (less than 10 minutes away). But all you need for a hair cut is a $20 bill. That includes tax and a $3 tip. They're a barber shop, so they don't take appointments (even for wedding parties, it turns out). Go early in the morning, or mid day on a week day, and you should be in and out in under an hour, looking fantastic. read more

Love this shop. Great atmosphere, always a good soundtrack, and most important of all, great cuts! I've gotten to know a few of the barbers here, so I always roll the dice and take whoever's chair is free at the moment. I've always been happy and it's also affordable for everyone in the neighbourhood - nice to see. Make sure you leave a tip! read more

went for just a hot shave,..and the just butchered me,...all my skin was red,..was not gentle at all,..many many cuts!...all over my chin and checks,.was just horrible! do not go for a hot shave!! read more

My boyfriend gets his hair cut here, so I cannot really comment on the experience, but boy does he look good afterwards. A few of my friends also go to Sorrento's for good cuts. They are all in their late 20s, early 30s. Sorrento's kind of retro style really works right now; they deliver classic, yet surprisingly on trend, haircuts at a cheap price, and without even trying. This place is a gem! read more

Walked in, and waited no time to get a seat. Super friendly lady told me to sit down. She asked what i wanted. I said that I wanted a fade. Now its not like they had to cut allot off, just give a guy a fade. She might as well have stuck a bowl on the top of my head and buzzed off everything that was not hidden under the bowl. I even showed her a picture of my hair from two weeks ago when i had a fresh cut. If your looking to get a buzz cut, bowl cut, or some sloppy dad hair cut go hear. Also if your looking for someone to totally mess up your hair go hear. Worst hair cut ever. read more

Friendly, welcoming, professional. I always get a great cut. The straight razor shave makes you feel extra special. Modern barbershop with a nod to its past. read more

New young owner, cleaned the place up a bit, started playing music instead of cnn and raised the prices by only a couple bucks. Great improvements. read more

Great place for old fashion haircut and shave. First time in my life that I had single razor shave.I got a quality service for a good price.

In this crazy new aged world, there's still no "app" for a great haircut. You won't get one from your Instagram followers. You can't get an Amazon drone to drop one at your door. There's still just one way to do it right. The guys at Sorrento Barbers know this. They embrace it. I went to Sorrento Barbers for a haircut. What I received was so much more: the knowledge that there are still those out there who believe in doing things the right way, and a renewed sense of hope. We haven't lost all our values to the "Twitterverse". Come to Sorrento Barbers to find out why. Ask for Andrew. You'll be glad you did. read more

This place is great. The atmosphere is light, lively and full of good laughter and stories. Reasonable rates and usually 4 barbers but hope there is a wait because you'll hear all the news you need to know about people, politics, sports and the best stories in the neighbourhood. Truly old school. read more

Tried several barbers in Vancouver & Burnaby since moving here, have been happy with some, not so with others, but the guy here (Mino, Milo?) that cut my hair gave me possibly the best haircut I've ever freaking had. They are the only 5 star reviewed one around for a reason. There are cheaper places but you really take a gamble with those. This place is more than reasonable for the sheer quality and competence. Will not be going elsewhere, period. read more

Good old school barber shop recently taken over by a new younger owner. They have preserved the classic barber shop ambience except they play good music. Friendly efficient barbers at a reasonable price. What's not to like? read more

I came here for a basic cut one Saturday morning. I was very happy with the ambience, quality of the cut and the value. I will be back in a few months :-) read more

Get a phone and debit machine. This isn't the 1950's. Considering how much travel is involved to get there only to find it they're closed, not once, not twice but three times. Bye bye. Aces High. Way better service. read more

The cuts are always clean and the staff is always friendly. I have a hard time trusting barbers and I couldn't find the right one until my brother told me about Salty at Sorrento. The shop is full of talented barbers to say the least. read more

Under new ownership. Looks like most of the old guard has now recently retired and a new owner has taken over the business. I went in the other day and they seemed pretty good and added some energy to the place. I will continue their 4 star rating with this review, but wanted to let people know. Looks like they have some plans for renos etc. It remains to be seen what the transition brings. If the new owners keep close to the formula of Sorrento over the years they should do well. The price has gone up to $19 now. Here's hoping they don't go too hipster! read more

The hair cuts and old school atmosphere have always been been decent but today the person cutting my hair started saying a bunch of racist comments as she watched CNN reports while shaving my neck. It's sad when people are friendly but lack the sense the to stick to safe subjects like the weather and they instead croak out statements like "If they aren't happy they should go back to Africa". read more

I went to the woman barber (what a mistake). I showed her a picture of what I wanted, in her broken English (my guess South American Spanish) she said she understood. Started cutting the hair with clippers, then proceeded to use fingers, then used the clippers again and went shorter than what she had done with her fingers (why do the finger job?). During the whole cut had hair clippings on my face which she did not brush off. In the end worst cut ever (no where near the picture I showed her, could have done it myself with my clippers), worst service ever, worse barber banter ever... I hate to do this... I hope am wrong.... but.... seems to me barbering is a man's job... will I go to another women barber? hmmmmmm I'd have to see her in action.... maybe. read more

went there for the first time walked in and matt showed me to his chair. i asked for bald high fade and a beard trim and shave. i don't like to chat just enjoy the experience and he gave me the full treatment. i was kinda zenned out after! i was very happy with the change in my appearance and his attention to detail. my partner of 35 years said it was the best hair cut he could remember. good deal @ 45$ plus tip read more