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    The Ultimate Barber

    3.6 (125 reviews)
    ModerateBarbers
    Closed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

    By appointment only

    Updated 1 month ago

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    Haircut

    Haircut and shave

    Shave only

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    My head shave and beard trim done by John.

    I needed to get a haircut before my father's funeral and I came to this establishment for the first time. My barber was John. He was absolutely amazing! I left very satisfied and will definitely be a repeat customer moving forward. I have to add that I don't always have the best luck with barbers because my head is not perfectly round and I like a straight razor cut. John knocked it out the park.

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    Carol lyn C.

    You never know how any appointment is going to go when kids are involved This was my sweet boy's very first haircut and what a memorable experience it was! As a mom, cleanliness & convenience is always top of mind; this shop is both. My son is sensitive to loud noises and oftentimes new experiences are a challenge. John, the owner, took great care of our boy. I felt heard and comforted with how at ease my little guy was the entire time. From the kid-friendly booster seat and cape -- to the thoughtful team that saved the first locks of my son's hair and gave us a certificate as a keepsake, to boot -- this gem has earned my trust and business.

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    Kory L.

    Stay away if you want a decent cut! Didn't know I was going to Barber school, took almost an hour to get a basic fade and three people to assist in giving a hair cut that I didn't come in to get. The owner (John) sitting in the last chair next to the window watched the whole thing and never bothered to step in or try to make things better. Luckily one other barbers attempted to correct the situation, while trying to teach technique but at the end of the day the style was ruined, I had to shave two inches of hair off the top and pay for the hair cut. The person cutting my hair (Justin) was obviously new which is fine but no one ever even offered an apology. Great location too bad I will never be back. Let me be clear, there was no "miscommunication with the consultation." Another barber came over in the middle of the cut to help correct where the original barber was failing. If there were any interest in taking care of me "the customer" a phone call or direct email would have gone a lot further than responding with inaccurate information to a Yelp review.

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    Marie M.

    The shop has taken extra precautions to keep clients safe during COVID. All clients wait in their car until their appointment time and everyone in the shop is required to wear a mask. They also disinfect the chairs after each client. My son got really excited about the cool new fire chief jacket and booster seat! John is the best!

    Sami M.

    They are really amateur instead of the man who step first if you looking for Expert barbers here is a wrong address . I've requested for a very very simple model but the barber couldn't make it .

    Michael G.

    We took our 18 month old son for his first haircut. He was very nervous. The staff put him at ease with a fire truck chair, fireman coat and tablet with kids videos. Melanie had a great way with him and did a fantastic job. She also put mommy at ease! We'll definitely go back.

    Does this look like a good shape up ? He claims he gave me a haircut. smh. It's uneven on top if that's the case.  Worst shape up ever.

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    2 months ago

    Rly good place got a cut form John H and he got me right. He does pretty good with straight hair and it was the best haircut of my life.

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    Simply the best. I always leave with a clean haircut. I feel well taken care of and the new scheduling system is good.

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    Terrible haircut. Need to wear a hat for the next few weeks. White men stay away.

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    The same way certain people in [pick a field] have innate skills that cannot be taught or learned, I truly believe that's John when it comes to cutting hair.

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    Cut And Shave Old Town

    3.8(42 reviews)
    1.2 miOld Town Alexandria

    Cut and Shave Barbershop - Old Town North Alexandria…read moreOver the past 14 years I've had only intermittent success in finding a barbershop that I could rely upon. I'm not a purist - mostly I'm just looking for a standard haircut at a reasonable price. I found what I was looking for when I visited the Old Town North Cut and Shave Barbershop. This shop is one of three Cut and Shave locations and is in that part of Old Town that features a great Sheraton Suites hotel, Trader Joe's, Hank's Oyster Bar, and Harris Teater. (The other Alexandria shops are at the Braddock Road Metro station and on Eisenhower Avenue). For my first visit I had an appointment, but during the time I was waiting I saw walk-in customers, so I think both walk-ins and appointments are accommodated. Note that there's a check-in tablet near the cash register, and it's important to sign in upon arrival. I think that way walk-ins and reservation customers all can be accommodated. My barber, Queen, did a great job of listening to my concerns, and getting feedback while she worked. Queen clearly knew what she was doing, and did a fine job cutting my hair. This was a Men's Scissors Cut ($35 plus tip), and Queen matched the style I was looking for. For me, it takes a while to trust a barber. As this was my first visit, there's no final judgment here, just an endorsement based on a good initial impression. The plus here is if I do get to where I can fully trust Queen, I'll be able to get my beard trimmed as well as my hair cut. The shop in fact has a wide range of services, better than most shops that I've been to. Thus far, in the 14 years I've lived in Old Town, I have yet to find a barber who can trim my beard, so it would be great if that could happen at Cut and Shave.

    I moved to the DMV late last year. I needed a haircut. Where do I go? Need to find a place. You…read moremake a mistake; you may get a bad haircut or you may lose an ear. Maybe? lol... Yelp to the rescue. I found Cut and Shave Old Town to be a very competent barbershop. Read some reviews, made an appointment, and off to get a haircut. Easy to make an online appointment. haircuts for men are $28. Seems reasonable. Always on time with scheduled appointments. Had my hair cut by Kevin and Amy on different occasions. My style is a one or a two on the sides and back. Half an inch from the top and comb it back. Done. Easy. I try to observe the other barbers with their clients. They all seem happy. Never scened a disgruntled customer. Cut and Shave has a couple of locations. Fair pricing. You get what you pay for and I always get a good-looking haircut. My wife's comments are "It's too short". But I like my look...

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    Cut & Shave Barbershop

    Cut & Shave Barbershop

    4.4(234 reviews)
    2.2 mi
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    I've been a loyal, consistent customer at the Cut & Shave Barber on Eisenhower for two years now,…read moreand for good reason. In my opinion, their customer service is second to none. Between the convenient location and very reasonable pricing, it's easily the best value in the area. While I have tried several barbers and even explored their other locations, I always find myself returning to the Eisenhower branch. Once you find a team that truly understands your hair and provides a top-notch experience, they earn your long-term loyalty. The Standouts: Kim: She is a fantastic stylist. Beyond her technical skills, she has incredible listening skills--she truly understands what you want and consistently exceeds expectations. She delivers 100% on every cut and genuinely aims to please. After speaking with other regulars, I know I'm not alone in this assessment. Anne: Kim was on vacation this week, so I had the pleasure of sitting in Anne's chair. She is kind, respectful, and highly skilled. I'll definitely be asking for her whenever Kim isn't available. I highly recommend this location. You might see a few "haters" or trolls posting negative reviews to downplay the competition, but don't let that deter you. I promise you won't be disappointed with the Eisenhower team. Pro-tip: Schedule your next appointment with Kim or Anne for the best experience--and tell them Bruce sent you!

    Really friendly staff. Very efficient. I'm from out of town and will tell you it's the best haircut…read moreI have had in months. Shop is spotless. Will definitely go back. It also was very crowded which shows it value!

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