I made an appointment super last minute, and I was grateful that they were able to get me in. I sat in the chair with a guy named William and he asked me what I wanted a couple of times I had to repeat myself, which was not the issue at all, but each time it felt like he was going more and more agitated when I was just trying to be clear because of course I'm not a barber so I don't know terms like "mid low or high fade". I felt him getting increasingly agitated so I just got out of the chair and said thank you and he muttered something along the lines of "youre contradicting yourself and acting like I don't know what I'm doing". It's not that I didn't think he knew what he was doing. I just wanted to make sure I was clear before he started. Seemed very much like he had v little patience but as someone who had never been there before , I didn't go in wanting smoke..I just wanted a haircut. The woman who checked me in was nice though. read more

The service and quality of the work is fine, but their pricing is nonexistent! I moved into the neighborhood last February and in April went and got a decent haircut that cost $58.78. I thought it was a bit high, but I had been out of NYC for 7 years and accepted it, and that included a tip. I next went in July, got pretty much the same (simple) haircut and that cost $41.57, again with a tip. Much more reasonable I THOUGHT. I went in October and was charged $66.69 without a tip! WTF? I didn't go there to get SCALPED! Guess you won't miss 3 visits a year. read more

The Stepping Razor - Screenshots of the credit card statements for the visits noted. - Barbers Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This is objectively the worst haircut I've received. I've attached a picture. Make of it what you will. My barber asked me if my hair parts to the right. I told him yes, but would appreciate if he could part my hair a bit to the center. This was meant as more guidance for how the hair falls on the face in order to inform the barber how to cut the hair so that it frames my face. Instead he interpreted this as the "anatomical part" and shifted the boundary between the "side" and "top" to be shifted higher... so stupid. Now there's a strip of hair on the top of my head that juts out - it doesn't belong to either the top or sides. Every profession boils down to communication. It's extremely disappointing that this barber took the liberty to do such a decision that goes against what clients usually want, without consulting with me to double check. This bit of hair is going to take 4 months minimum to grow to a length that somewhat makes sense with the rest of my hair. At the end of the day the client should leave looking good. Sometimes clients use words incorrectly, or say things that is prob not in the best interest of what ultimately looks good on them. They don't know better. The barber is the professional, they know better. Because of this, if the client says something that doesn't make sense, the barber should make sure they over communicate before cutting off a BIG CHUNK OF HAIR that quite literally ruins the entire hair cut.... read more

The Stepping Razor - A strip of the top of my head is cut to 1 inch while the rest of the top is 4 inches. - Barbers Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

My girlfriend booked me an appointment here and I was pretty excited about it. However a day and a half before the haircut I was canceled on. In which I had to ask for the rescheduling. I booked a skin fade haircut and a beard trim. There was no beard trimming done (which is fine had I been told before hand) and the haircut was completely rushed. Barely a skin fade and a mediocre shape up at best. Being a native New Yorker I usually get a 20 dollar cut at the Dominican shop and have NEVER been upset with it. Id suggest doing the same. Overpriced for a lack of effort is not the way to go after a pandemic. In regards to the owners response- I did select beard trim and it clearly stated so in both automated text messages I received from your shop. I have the screenshots. Also if you are trying to point out that I texted you my personal dissatisfaction as if I was wrong for doing so, that is the number you contacted me on so I replied to it. CLEARLY not the shop for me thank you for pointing that out as well as if it's a shop for anybody other than bushwickians and hipsters! Lol. All the best to you! read more

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Been looking for a barber since moving from Hawaii for like 4 years. Finally found a great one! Mikes awesome and cuts are professional and fresh. Takes years off my stressed out regular look I also don't live anywhere near here but make the 45 minute commute because it's worth it. thanks Mike! read more

My son and I have been customers of this barber shop for years, something I foolishly hoped it would count for something. But today they treated us like we're nothing but numbers. For the first time I missed an appointment I scheduled for my son and I called to reschedule it. The barber Katlyn and her manager were quick to tell me I will be charged FULL price for the missed appointment and that I would have to book a whole new appointment and pay full price for that one as well. So paying twice for the price of 1. So instead of $80 I paid $160, yes this is one of those expensive barbershops. I accepted my fault, but I called on their "good side" hoping I could at least get a discount for the second appointment, given the fact that we have been there so many times and this was a 1-time honest mistake. They quickly refused to give me a break and then lectured me how cancellation policies work at clinics to as an attempt to prove their argument (yes, they compared their barbershop with a clinic). They had no empathy and didn't consider that we are two of their long time customers. At this point of the conversation I realize how cold and stiff they are, they didn't bulge an inch. I am a public school teacher and work in the neighborhood, I believe that the value of community works best when there is room for compassion and we listen and care about each other. To barber Katlyn: I had the wrong impression about you. Such an ugly way to end a nice thing just to accommodate your greed. Today you took $80 from me as a penalty but lost 2 loyal customers for good. Such an unwise way of doing business. I hope you learn something along the way and treat your future customers better. In response to the owner's comment and private tex: I treated you with respect on the phone but you still called me a bully, do you consider me a bully for trying to negotiate with you about the harsh no-show penalty ? Also, if you truly value your business, don't you believe in finding a middle ground with your customers? You quickly refused to negotiate both times I called you, although I didn't like it, I accepted your decision and payed everything you asked for. However when is your turn to accept my HONEST review of your customer service which is the truth of what happened, you called me a bully and harass me sending me unprofessional private messages to my cellphone # ? So who is bullying who sir? read more

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I've been coming to The Stepping Razor Barbershop for over 4 years now. I live across BK and have literally ridden my bike through the WORST rain storms just to get my haircut by Niamh! They are a thoughtful and meticulous barber that has a keen eye for even the tiniest of details. I always get so many compliments on my haircuts and was stopped by a hairstylist the other day to compliment me on how well my hair was cut to fit my face shape. The space itself is always clean and the whole staff is engaging. The shop is a welcome space for queer people and folks of any identity or background. Haircuts are an intimate experience and this shop takes great care ensuring it's clients always feel comfortable and that their presence is appreciated. Cannot recommend this place enough, come through for a great cut from an outstanding crew! read more

Sadly, while this place was clean and welcoming, my experience ended in battle wounds. My barber was very nice and we had great conversation. She really listened to my needs, talk just the right amount, and seemed competent. I got a haircut and beard trim, for $50 + tip. See the pictures to see what I got home with. While I did love my haircut, my beard trim was uneven and I was bleeding in many places, with deep cuts on all sides of my neck. One tiny cut I could understand, but this was MANY. And they were painful. And the were very easy to see. Needless to say, I am highly unsatisfied and feel like I paid $50 to get my neck chopped up. read more

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Not thrilled. And it's a shame because this place is mad close to my apartment. I called about getting a shape up and cleaned up around my edges. I was only to be met with attitude that they "don't normally do just shape ups". What? You're a barber shop. I don't want a fade or anything. If I could see the shit myself, I would do it. I've never had an issue like this and I was kinda skeptical about the weird tone in the person's voice. They said they could do it for me (huh, okay?) and to come in at 7 p.m. Okay... Long story short...haircut is soooo uneven. I brought this up to the barber and she had several excuses why it looked like that. Umm...it looks like that because you buzzed too much off. Hey, everyone knows you can't argue with a barber. Fuck it, I'm upset. One is curved and the other is bone straight. With the shitty service on the phone and the terrible cut, it's safe to say I won't return. Can't wait for this shit to grow out...and, remember, always stick with your general barber. read more

The Stepping Razor - Doesn't match at all - Barbers Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Could not recommend this establishment any more. Danny & his team were recommended by a buddy shortly after i moved to the area. Honestly, one of the few game changing recommendations I've ever received. You can book online through their website or by calling. I've been 10 times since Jan 23 and I've never had to wait for my haircut. When i first went to the stepping razor, i asked for my go-to cut (5 on the sides, clippers up top). Danny recommended something a little different. I gave him the green light. Let's just say i was not disappointed. Danny is an artist and one of the best barbers in the game. The vibe is amazing. There are always tunes, conversations, and good people. Lots of incredible art and decor to keep you distracted. You can talk the entire time or chill & watch the wizardry unfold as your barber transforms your mop. 10/10 read more

The one and only shop I trust! I go to Bruna Escobar and she always has me walking out looking my absolute best

Have been getting my hair cut by Niamh here for a while and the cut never fails to disappoint. Pleasant, dependable and great conversation. Highly recommend! read more

In came in and got the cleanest fade I've ever gotten in my life. Utter perfection that can only come from years of experience. The mist he sprayed me with at the end smelled amazing and the hot towel was just the cherry on top. Highly recommended for any man looking to get a haircut from the past century. I'll definitely be coming back. read more

Local barbershop Stepping Razor is a hallmark of the neighborhood. Head barber and owner, Danny Baptista, has been in the location for over 9 years and you can tell. He's shop has a nice feel to it with great classic decorations. Baptistsa is an old hand at the shears and did a great job on my fade. I felt comfortable in his hands and he didn't take too long - I hate sitting in the chair for hours and hours. He doesn't force the conversation but is obviously genuinely interested in the people that sit in his chair. The shop holds 4-5 chairs and you should book ahead of time. Prices are reasonably set for contemporary barbershops. This is a great spot to stop into and an even better spot for those in the neighborhood long term. read more

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I've been going to the Stepping Razor for about 3 years and have always had a great experience! Niamh is fantastic, always communicative and super chill. The cut is always consistent, always earning me compliments and keeps me looking sharp. Thanks Niamh! read more

I went to Bruna Escobar when I cut my long hair to short hair and years later I haven't trusted anyone else to keep my hair fresh. The shop has a cool retro 50s vibe. The end of the bead trim is the best with hot shaving cream, straight razor and steamy towel. read more

After seeing some good and consistent reviews online, I decided to book an appointment and get my haircut. I scheduled a 2:30 with Mark, and wasn't seen until 3pm. It was a short wait, no big deal, but in general people book appointments for a reason. Moving forward, I'd recommend the shop to try to honor appointments within a 15 minute time frame of the time it was booked, otherwise why book an appointment in the first place? Regardless I got a simple trim, short on the sides and a little length off the top. The next day, a friend of mine mentioned to me that the back of my head wasn't finished and that there was a good amount of hair by my ear that also needed to get shaved. To charge $35 for a haircut and to not be able to deliver very simple stuff, like removing the excess hair off someone's back or behind someone's ear is completely inexcusable. It's either out of lazy or incompetence, or both. Either way, I'll never go back here. read more

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This was my first haircut since, "you know what". Plans with my former Barber didn't work out, so I took to the internet, and after some 6th grade level research I found "The Stepping Razor". Bruna Escobar did a phenomenal job with my hair; I've never had a more professional experience. My cut is dope! read more

The Stepping Razor - A Perfect Fade - Barbers Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I was made in NY... and the last few haircuts were as well. Thanks to Danny and the crew at Stepping Razor for having the skills and attention to detail and really the pride they have in their work. Let's break it down: Location: Riding the line between Bushwick and Williamsburg, it's perfect for anyone who needs a haircut and is in that area. The decor is a mix between WWII dojo and hipster man cave with each station exhibiting its own unique flair thanks to the various personalities Danny has on his team. They have an atm inside because they only take cash... so put that extra service fee in the tip jar and show up with dead presidents in hand. Cost: I think my average here was $40 plus a tip... so I would always have at least three $20s with you when you go. They sometimes take walk-ins but it's highly recommended to make an appointment online. Pretty easy system. Unless you get their personal cell or something, there is no real way to tell them you're running late and they are super busy... understandably. Misc: I have a beard and get the high and tight fade action and they always get it right to my satisfaction. Celebrating their 10yr anniversary in January 2020... so you know they are doing something well. The vibe is legit and everyone is really good at listening while staying focused. I was in a relationship/marriage to a hair stylist for 11yrs and this shit is important to me. Your head is your crown and where energy comes in and out of your body so you don't want just any yahoo with a sharp utensil floating around your brain. Danny, Keep up the great work. And here is that YELP review I promised. See you then next time I pass through Brooklyn. Until then... Slow down, you're doing great. Best, Boise read more

Great shop for the introvert! I travel a lot and it's always hard to find a shop that has the vibe I want and there's nothing that I dread more than having to make meaningless small talk. But this place really hit the spot. All the barbers seemed friendly and welcoming but were also comfortable just enjoying the music and not pushing small talk. I booked with Keith, he got me started just a few minutes after my appoint was set for. Asked what I wanted, gave his opinion and then he went to work. It was a relief to just be able to sit there quietly while he did his thing. He checked in several times to make sure I was getting what I wanted and could tell he paid great attention to detail. Great music selection, as well. No macho shop talk. In and out in just over 30 minutes. I'll definitely be back. read more

I have long pin straight hair with an undercut "gone wild". My undercut was cut a little too high over the summer(by a friend,with consent!). It needed to grow out, but I still wanted an undercut. Luckily I walked in when "Nims"(Niamh) was working and it was taken care of like a boss. Nims described what I needed was an undercut within an undercut. After some deliberation, Nims went to work and at the end of it, I had a much more tame undercut that will grow out nicely. I'm so happy with my hair- I will definitely be going back Note: You may want to make an appointment because they seem pretty busy! read more

Niamh O'Reilly is the best!!! I haven't had a regular barber who has been so cool and dependable in years.

I'm a transgender male and I've always craved going to a REAL barber without judgement. As soon as I walked in the door (prior to passing as a male) Niamh (pronounced "Niv") took me under her wing and for the past 2 years she's been there every step of the way, treating me with respect as the man I truly am... lifting me up and making me feel confident throughout my transition. She's quite honestly the most genuine human being I've ever met and has become a true friend. But does that a good barber make? No. Good thing she's ALSO an extreme perfectionist and beyond skilled at her job. The pride she takes in her craft is impeccable. Which is why I'm angry at her because now I can't trust anyone else to do my hair. So thanks a lot Niamh for locking me into your barber chair for the rest of my life on this planet. Let's hope she never retires bc I wouldn't look good with long hair. read more

I would think I have a pretty basic haircut in general, but I have not been very happy with it for years. I had my first exquisite haircut here in a very long time, and the maintenance and best products for styling were suggested and all the COVID precautions were adhered to. Thanks Stepping Razor! read more

Best haircut and beard trim ever with Betsy. I've never looked better (and that's saying a lot), and it was a completely relaxed experience where I felt cared for and tend with efficiency and easy. read more

They ruined my hair ON MY BIRTHDAY ! I wanted a simple shape up but some how it wasn't possible? a full hair cut was a must guess to milk more money and then the service, horrible the Barber with DREADS MIND YOU! Made me wait for a while then to be on her iphone while the holding trimmer with the iPhone in her hand!!! So disgusted with the service I didn't even fight. I paid n left and will tell everyone of my experience!! Hope they shut down soon the location could be something better! Only thing I enjoyed was the old music! DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY super cuts would have done a better job! read more

The Stepping Razor - Looks like I'm wearing a wig! - Barbers Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Yo. Asian dudes know the struggle. Lots of places can't cut asian hair, dat porcupine curse. Worry not my yellow brothers from other azn mothers, these dudes can make us look dope A F. I got my cut did by Keith, dude was a ninja with his shit. My fade looks tight, panties are droppin already, son. There's straight Jedi Masters here, get your slice game here, son. read more

If Derek cut my hair both times it would be a 4 star, probably 5 star review. Sadly that's not the case. Here's the breakdown.. Early last summer, Derek cut my hair, and I got it cut pretty short, a little shorter than I had planned but hey, I looked AWESOME. He was a little hesitant to do my original idea and said my idea was "wishful thinking" and told me I "wouldn't have time to blow dry and round brush my hair for hours every morning." Good point from one Derek to another Derek. He worked with what I wanted and he made me look fresher than a crisp twenty. Great summer cut. A+++ if this was eBay Fast forward 6 months later. My hair is grown out and I want a longish version of what Derek did before. I call and make an appointment on the owners cell phone, I dont know if I got a reservation or if I got the guy I wanted; I wanted the same dude, Derek, but I ended up with a new girl, Gaby, the one with the dreads. She's a great person for small talk. Usually I hate hair cutting small talk. It gives me anxiety, because I feel like the people might mess up the 'do. Turns out I've been right. Cuz she messed up the 'do. She cut my hair so uneven right before Thanksgiving that that was all my relatives could talk about, especially mi madre, because she used to cut hair. I asked for a simple trim of what was already there and a slight fade on the sides. But yikes!!!!!!!! DEF not worth nearly 40 after the tip I felt obligated to give her. Needless to say I went to a different place for my most recent cut. (Rafael on the Lower East Side) read more

Don't be fooled by the appearance, or lack of gimmicks. This is a great place to get a hair cut - and I have had a few all over the city across the price spectrum. Danny asks you want you want and then cuts how you asked. If he is unsure, he asks you, rather than guesses - simple right? And if you ask for something that might not work, he will politely say 'I can cut it like that, but...' Then take into account it is $20. I won't be going anywhere else, that's for sure. If you want to pay $50+ in the City, and have a host greet you and ask if you want a Perrier, feel free. But the actual **hair cut** will not be better. Fact. read more

Where do I start, this place is absolutely amazing. From the moment you walk in! I have lived in Brooklyn for over 17 years. I have been been going to Bruna for about a year now and she kills it. Bruna slays it behind the buzzer. Also this place is so Queer/Trans friendly. This place is home to me! ‍ read more

If Jesus got haircuts, he would have gone to Gaby at Stepping Razor. She is a deific dreadlocked damsel who wields a pair of scissors as if they were bladed extensions of her own nimble digits. My hair was cut with unrivaled precision, and she harbors an aptitude for trimming beards that can only be expressed through interpretive dance. The conversation flowed like an artesian aquifer feeding into a desert oasis... it's as if I were speaking to an ancient poet like Sophocles, Vergil, or Homer. In other words, Gaby is the tits. The Stepping Razor is a cool, transportive joint, and at $25 for a well-done vintage cut, I can't recommend the experience enough... especially if you're coveting that edgy old-school look. read more

This is what Tomcats Barbershop wishes it was. I made my appt via text and was promptly responded to. Once you get to the shop, it's got that great greaser, tiki bar vibe. The chairs are built like tanks but damn, they feel good to sit in for a while. I get a pretty standard hair cut -- short on the sides, longer up top -- and Keith really did a great job fading everything together. Top that off with a straight blade shave around the back of the neck and you've got yourself a mighty fine experience. And hell, for $25, it's a steal. read more

I booked on line and arrived prior to my 5pm appointment time. The barbers are cool, chatty and do their best to make you feel welcome and beers are offered. I cannot remember the barber's name that cut my hair but he's the Irish dude and does a great job. read more

Nice guys, but I got one of the worst haircuts of my life. I said, short on the sides, long on top, and that's really all I wanted. Leave the length, number 3 on the sides. Not rocket science. I loved my last haircut, so all he really had to do was model it after that one. Instead, my hair is all different lengths, with the back of the top and the right side cut down to an inch and a half from its previous six inches. My bangs are still the original length, though, so those just fall flat on my head. Like a weed whacker got me. The worst is probably that he didn't clean up around the ears, and he left the sideburn area a little longer than the rest of the sides. It looks so messy and should've been obvious to him. I had to clean it up when I got home. I would have said something at the time, but it's kind of dark in there, and he also never shows you the cut in the mirror. I should've been less trusting, but I've had a bunch of good haircuts in a row from other places and clearly took them for granted. Those guys, I just sat down, and when I got up I had a simple, great haircut. Thought the haircut might get a little better after it grew in, but after a week, it's worse than ever. Looks like I'll have to chop it all down and start over again. VERY DISAPPOINTED. read more

It's taken me quite awhile to get to write a review for The Stepping Razor so here goes. I owe it to Yelp that I found it in the first place. When I first met Danny the barbershop was in the back of a bike shop and it was pretty dope. He eventually got his own spot with is equally dope and just as easy to get to. If you're an Asian dude like me, Danny knows how to cut your hair. That means so much since we are something else when it comes to haircuts. Even if you don't have Asian hair, give Danny and the Stepping Razor a try. It's a good shop that won't charge you an arm and leg. read more

This is an awesome spot, cool vibes! I came in for a Drake cut, left hotline bling blinging. Get your hair cut by Mike, he's the best! read more

Ten-minute walk from home for a great cut. This will be my new go-to barbershop. Don't trust Google and Foursquare. SRB has been open on Tuesdays for over a month, albeit with just one barber. And I'm glad I came on a Tuesday. Mark is the nicest and sweetest barber I've ever met. Hailed from the Midlands region of Ireland, he's been in New York for a bit over 4 years and would love to move to SoCal. What does that tell you? I'm a great listener, that's what. But anyway, Mark was taking care of another customer when I came in. That appointment ran a little late, but it showed he did not rush. And I had all the time in the world. Mark was very helpful when I vaguely attempted to explain the look I was sorta going for. 45 minutes later, I walked out a happy man with a clean cut. No beer was offered. read more

I've been coming here for almost a year now. Bruna does great work - every time I leave it up to her and I've never been disappointed. Highly recommend this shop to anyone who's thinking of switching barbers - they all will take care of you. read more

Great cut. Great cutter. Called on a day that they weren't open and left a message. Got a text within a half hour and set an appointment for the next day they were open. Everything was easy and clean about the interaction and the cut. While I was in the chair, a few guys came through and set appointments for later that day. These guys seem to be too popular for walk-ins.. which is a good sign!. Call ahead... but very worth the wait. I'll be going back in two weeks. For sure. read more

I got the first perfect haircut of my life! I get the impression Danny can give any kind of cut. He actually listened when I said what I wanted, and he made suggestions. Even though I didn't have an appointment, Danny squeezed me in, and best of all, he didn't rush to finish my cut as soon as the next guy walked in, he took his time and it shows. I recommend making an appointment. read more