If I could give them zero stars, I would. First time coming here. Normal vibe of a barber shop…read more Brought in one of my clients. He didn't want to go short due to the cold weather, so he asked for a trim on top and just buzz off his beard. Since he is elderly , rarely get a woman's attention. Somehow she convinced him to just buzz his beautiful hair off. When it came time to pay, they didn't take card, Zelle, or Venmo. She sent me to the liquor store for the atm. Keep in mind, they had no sign stating "cash only" When I asked her how much it was. She said $36. Instead of arguing with her, I just paid it and decided never to come back with any of my clients. So, she ended up just buzzing his head with what looks like a 1 or 2 guard and completely took of his beard. In total I paid: $36 (buzz cut and beard removal) $7 in fees to pull cash in the atm $4 for tip - only because I took out $40. Total: $47 Do you think this is right? I think not. Never coming back.

This place is a family owned barber shop and everyone is really nice and detailed oriented when it…read morecomes to cutting hair. It's a little bit more pricey than the competitors but I would gladly support a family owned business than the corporate ones. I highly recommend getting your next haircut here!

Went there five times. Russian native immigrants. The cuts were good but there were other issues…read more My instructions are simple - keep it long as possible on top and at the crown. Fade the back closer to my neck. And most important: cut the sides down to 1/2 inch long from my part on down. I showed him where I part it. I always said "do not cut the crown or the back too short because I'm thinning." Every date the exact same instructions, on purpose. Michael did not even try to talk to me during any haircut, and they take time (shampoo, scissor cut, trim neck & brows). I would speak when I felt he was thinning too high in back, "just a reminder." His static reply "Don't worry, I know." EVERY TIME. In the end he held a small mirror to show me the back. He had cut it WAY too short and my scalp was showing 3 inches from crown down. I said "I think you cut it a little too short there", No apology, he just took the mirror and flipped it over to the non-reflective side and grinned. Problem solved? No, but too late anyway. I still tipped 20%. Good barbers need breaking in. So last Tuesday I called for my 5th appointment there, none available. They only book same day appointments so she said to call back next day. I called next day and I said "I have to be someplace as close to 5:00 as possible." But I ended up taking a 5:00 appointment. I arrive about 4:20 just in case I get lucky. One kid is a walk-in so they say he has to go. BUT they GAVE him an APPOINTMENT FOR THE NEXT DAY. There's three of us still waiting and 3 barbers and none of them look close to finished. I was surprised she did not remember me from previous visits, or that I had called by name two times just to get any slot. Plus I tipped 20% every time. Anyway, I wait and 5:00 rolls around. I'm estimating I would be lucky to get started at 5:30 which meant a 6:30 finish for me. At 5:15 I got up and said "I'm going to have to go, it's too late for me. Sorry." They were stoic. So I asked, "Do you think I can get an appointment for tomorrow?" I knew they generally only take same day bookings, so the full day must have been open and they gave a WALK-IN a next day appt. Michael says, "No, it's a problem now because now you said you are leaving, that's not good." I was apoplectic. So I just looked at him said "well, I guess I need to find a new Barber," and walked out. Good haircuts. Disastrous customer service.

Great place and cut !! Husband and Wife. Couple that give great cuts…read more Very friendly and very clean establishment

Great barber shop. I've been going here for years and they never disappoint…read more Hot neck shave included every time. Great prices and great service.

When you walk in here and sit in Sandy's chair, you immediately feel relaxed. I guess it's because…read moreI've been going for a while and she knows exactly what I want as far as a cut. But it's the vibe that she creates, you can have a half hour conversation or you can just close your eyes and let her do what she does and almost meditate for a half an hour. She is so soft and gentle and yet has a great artistic touch if you're looking for a barber that's more than a barber. This is the place.

Really clean and nice place in a great area. Quick and easy scheduling and the owner was very nice…read more Unfortunately, it was actually the worst haircut I've ever gotten. I showed my barber (not the owner) photos and thought I was thorough about what I would like done. She pretty much did her own thing, kept cutting it shorter and shorter, didn't turn me around once to look at the mirror, and would just give me a hand mirror instead. It looks nothing like the photo I showed, or to what we even discussed besides wanting my hair shorter which I definitely got. I paid $60 plus tip for a helmet looking haircut that's so short it can't be styled. Something I didn't remotely ask for. Super disappointed with my first experience and won't be returning.

Came in with some picky requests and admittedly not the greatest description, and Christy asked all…read morethe right questions to get my dome perfect. Gentle demeanor and wonderful scissor cut. The straight-edge and shampoo wash are huge pluses, too. My go-to shop, and new go-to barber! Many thanks!

My daughter and I have been getting haircuts at Encinitas Barber Shop for several years now, and we…read morehighly recommend this establishment! Supporting independent family-owned businesses is a priority for our family, and between the welcoming environment, the fun banter, and the care and consideration with which Matthew handles our cuts, I can't imagine going anywhere else. The pricing is SO reasonable (cash only but they have an ATM) and we are always beyond satisfied with our haircuts. LGBTQ and kid-friendly! 10/10 experience.

We were traveling through Encinitas in an RV and my search for barbers landed on these terrific…read moreguys. No appointments, cash only and a generous senior discount. Great conversation with them, and an excellent recommendation for a pizza place very close by. Highly recommended.

Love this salon & my awesome hairdresser, Kristy! Brooklyn is one of the owners & is always so nice…read more& welcoming. Kristy is one of the best hairdressers I have ever had, and has brought my severely-damaged hair back to a healthy state (damaged by several stylists in Seattle---couldn't ever find anyone there who did blonde hair correctly!). She listens to what you want & is very careful to not bleach over the same highlights. She completely understands how to properly do blonde hair the correct way! She also does a great job on extensions (both glue & wef) and haircuts. She's so sweet & fun to chat with, love her! Highly recommend!

As I arrived to my appointment at Kelly Cardenas Salon, I was hesitant thinking I was in the wrong…read morearea. The salon is located in a residential area and talk about walking into what was a garage into an absolutely updated/modern salon. I was impress with the ambiance and feel. Everyone from first meeting Ashley, front desk, to touring the salon then finally meeting with my hairstylist, Fernando. I first met Fernando at a Yelp Elite Girls Only event in Hillcrest. He styled my hair and I just had to have him do my hair again because of his personable and witty personality. (I even drove to Carlsbad just to see him) I can only say good things of my experience. First, I sat in a circle of 4 chairs where Fernando and I discussed what I wanted. He repeated himself to make sure that's what I wanted and he went to work. After covering my sparkles he continued with my highlights. He then took me to a room where he washed my hair. Now here's the kicker and cherry on top, it comes with a massage. Yes, hands, head and neck. OMG, I wanted to just lay there all day long. Overall, Fernando did a great job and I was really satisfied with the service. I will definitely return and will recommend anyone looking for an experience hairstylist. Thanks again Fernando for a pleasurable experience. Oh and I failed to also mention that I told him I needed to be done with my appointment by a certain time and he met that time with no short cuts.

Sound Cuts is a great little barber shop located near the back side of Flower Child restaurant…read more I just got my first cut from Kody. I'm fairly particular when it comes to haircuts, but he listened intently and took the time to ask questions before jumping in. He did a great job and delivered on everything I asked. After a few months of bouncing around to different barbers, I feel like I've finally found my new regular shop and barber. Thanks Kody!

Came for my first haircut and it was good. Booked my second cut a month out. Day of my appointment…read morecomes and I walk in to find out my barber no longer works there. No call from Sound Cuts prior to this, no nothing. No offer to schedule me with another barber just a "sorry dude you should contact them yourself" Edit: Business owner noted that "We've been managing all of his clients as they come in as well as the rest of our barbers' existing clients"... no you didn't. I was told "sorry, can't help you, you need to call Mario".

Marianne has been coloring and cutting my long hair for years. It is great to see her again after…read morethe pandemic. She is very meticulous about keeping her work area clean. She always make you feel special and keeps her attention on you while she works. I have received so many compliments on my hair color. She mixes it so that it blends in perfectly. Marianne is the only person that I trust to properly trim my long hair. My husband likes my hair color and style, which is important to me. I have had disasters when going to other stylists before I met Marianne. I like to call her a long hair specialist. I have watched her work on elderly women's hair and they are smiling when they leave. I have seen Marianne's pictures on hair styles for proms and special events. Very pretty! There are other stylists in the office. You can contact Marianne at mar4hair@yahoo.com (760)716-3966

Just tried Deluxe Salon, and I Love my haircut. Brittany is amazing. I have naturally very curly…read morehair, and she listened to everything I said and gave me exactly what I wanted. She also did an amazing blow out, which can be difficult with my hair texture. Go see Brittany, you won't be disappointed.