The first time we took our son (2 yrs) , we would definitely return. They have a kids car for him to sit in and the barber listened to our instructions. His hair came out great. I was t to happy with the price, $25 for adults and $24 for children!?!?! I felt like we were in and out in less than 10 min. We returned for a second time and it was like speaking to a wall! He didn't do anything we asked. It was almost like he didn't the complete opposite!!! On the plus side, they can always fit us in, but I think I'll look around for a different place read more

You know I have checked out many barber shops in the last couple of years. Many many more over my lifetime of changes in my hair care. So many of which I have not wanted to return for a second cut. But this place is a nice spot, I had Vinny give me a nice quick cut. He is fast but professional, very thorough and accurate; seems to use a razor well. I look forward to seeing if he can be as good with scissors next time. They aren't as cheap as other spots, but certainly not over priced. read more

I told them not to cut the front or back of my head because i'm growing out a mullet. And then the barber immediately cut all the hair off the back. Afterwards the boss told me it wasn't a big deal and that it would grow back I cursed them out and will never set a foot in that place every again. And if ur reading this and thinking about going here.... don't read more

Great atmosphere, amazing people, and great place to get a great haircut. I've been to many barbershops, but this one knows what to do with hair. Some leave too much, and some cut too short. My hair is very thick and big, and a lot of places don't know how to cut it. This place knows how to do it and get it done quick. All barbers are friendly and people you can talk to easily. They joke around with you. This is the perfect place to get a haircut. read more

Absolutely the best barber shop in Long Island. I always get my haircut here when out on Long Island. They do my buzz cut exactly as I like it plus they trim my eyebrows which makes my face feel cleaner. The staff is absolutely friendly and courteous. I will be back. I recommend Alex or the lady (I don't know her name). read more

Went to Uncle Ernie's for the 1st time. Mike did an amazing job cutting my hair exactly the way i wanted. Not to mention he was easy and interesting to talk to. I am now a customer read more

Mike from Uncle Ernie's Barbershop is a great barber. We gave him a photo of an "A" symbolizing Alabama Football and he did an amazing job "shaving" it into the back of my son's head. Check out the photos I uploaded. It came out centered and looks like the photo we gave him. I highly recommend Mike for all your barber needs!!! My son (age 9) loves him!!! Most important, Mike listens to your child describe how he wants his hair to look - whether spikey, shaved, etc. And makes sure your child is happy with the result. Since this review, we have had several additional designs shaved into my son's head - all came out amazing! read more

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Finally found a place that cut my hair the way I wanted instead of how they wanted! I do an Elvis show and every place that I've gone to has done whatever they felt and it never came out the way I need it to be. Thanks to Mike I've found my new barber, great job! read more

Ive been going to Mike at Uncle Ernie's for years now! Best Barber around....Several of my friends have been using mike also. He's the only guy I will let touch my hair. You may wait 10-20 mins for him, but it is well worth the wait... His attention to detail is what set's him apart. He always takes the time to make sure you look you're best after leaving his chair! read more

I've had a basic variation of the same haircut since I was 5. 1/2 or 1 on the sides, 5 or 6 on top and make sure it fades in nicely. Pretty straight forward but I had a very hard time finding someone who could knock it out on LI. Until I stumbled across Uncle Ernie's. After trying a couple of the guys I landed in Mike's chair and now he's my guy. My hair has never looked better. Pleasant to talk to, careful, and you're never rushed. I drive through a couple of towns (passing a number of other barber shops on the way) to get here, so it's not the most convenient. But I wouldn't consider going to anyone else. Give Mike a shot, you'll see what I mean. And if there is slight wait for him - there is a good reason, grab a paper and hang out, worth the wait. read more

What can I say. I live in Merrick, I get my hair cut here. Boris is my barber. If your a guy, and you need a haircut, they can do it.

I have gotten a haircut from everyone here at least once. Nice people and very kid friendly. Prices are very reasonable

We visited Uncle Ernie's on a Sunday afternoon and were taken right away by Alex. We needed to get my son's (8.5 months) and my husbands hair cut. We just moved to Merrick so we didn't know where to go. We were taken right away by Alex who cut my son's hair first. This is was his first haircut so We weren't sure how it was going to go. He cried as we expected but Alex handled it so nicely. He was very patient and was able to redirect him to look in the mirror or out the window. He gave my son a great first haircut and it was only $13!!! My husband's hair came out great too and his was only $15. I highly recommend this barber and will definitely be returning. read more

My Kids have been coming here for years! Love this place! They do excellent boys / men's cuts and there is usually no wait. The place has an old world feel and the prices for haircut is fair. read more

I'm going to leave a review, since I know my son never will. My son is in the Air Force & he was home a few months ago & needed a haircut. Uncle Ernie's was local. My son said this was the best haircut he ever had. Attention to detail & 5 star treatment! They did not know he was military, they took excellent care of him. Thank you to this local barber shop for giving my son an excellent experience! read more

The day before my son's third birthday I took him here for a trim. My exact words were "I like it long on top but he just needs a trim in the back, on the sides and in the front so his hair is not in his eyes." Well I was almost in tears when he was done. It looks like my son took scissors to his own hair. The are random cuts in his hair and it's uneven all over. The front of his hair is short by his right eye (like near his hair line) and long on the left (past his eyebrow). I didn't give him 1-star because the person I was with got a hair cut (just needed a buzz with different clips) and it looked good. read more

I've been going here on and off for a few years now. It's affordable (but it's all cash), seven days a week.To quote an old 60s song, "walk right in, sit right down" While Ilya's my favorite, you can't go wrong with any of them. Great job every time! read more

I've been going to Uncle Ernie's for going on two years. To make a long story short I leave Hempstead & drive to Merrick just for a haircut!

Brought our 17 month old here today. They took us right away, did exactly what we asked for, and even though he was crying (he is used to his grandma cutting his hair) they were able to do the job quick, well, clean and professionally. The woman (Linda) was very accommodating and good with children. It was only $13. Will definitely be bringing him back here for his next cut. There is a reason they've been in business for so long. Thank you, uncle Ernie's! read more

Worst haircut of my life! Barber ignored my specific instructions and buzzed one side of my head all the way up to the part. I was embarrassed to go to work the next day. read more

Great haircut as always! My boy mike always hooks me up with that fresh cut and when he isn't there everyone else is right there to fill into that position. You haven't had a nice cut unless it's here read more