I used to be a regular at the great clips in Noma, but after a couple of bad experiences there, I…read moregave this one a try. This is just a block from my house. It was a no brainer to give one a try. I have had three different hair stylists on three different occasions. All of them were attentive to the kind of cut I wanted. They all delivered a satisfactory cut. The recent one was extremely good. He took real good care of my hair and scalp. He went above and beyond to ensure I get the prefect cut I requested. The place is very clean. They have two large TVs to keep the guests entertained while waiting. They are often not busy during the weekdays afternoon after lunch. Price is nominal. Costs about $30 for men's haircut. I highly recommend this one and I hope more men would give it a try.

Chinese man and lady work there do not understand or speak English, very disrespectful and waved…read moretheir hands for me to leave, they only know how to do one or two haircuts, would not recommend the vibe was awful ,

I have a guy back near home that always does my hair. I wanted a cut before my upcoming…read moreanniversary trip, but I didn't have time to go to him this week due to my schedule. I was so close to just nixing a haircut all together and waiting until next week, but I changed my mind at the very last minute. I went on the hunt for barber shops within walking distance of my job, and though I used the '$' price filter, some places were still $40 and up! Someone needs to fix those '$' categories, because that's more like $$$. Anyways, I did finally stumble upon one within walking distance. I decided to go with this shop, which is located in the atrium area of the above the International Square Food Court. I called ahead to confirm that I could just walk in around lunch time, and so I did. Joanna was the one who answered, and she told me to ask for her when I came in. And so I did, and an Asian lady stood up. There was a black woman next to her that looked surprised that I didn't pick her. Under normal circumstances, she probably would've been my first choice (that's who I'm used to cutting my hair, in general). She seemed kind, and she gestured me to her seat, and prepped me for the cut. Around my neck is usually a white band that's tied, but all she put on the back of my neck was a paper towel... that was different. I told her I wanted a fade all around and a shape up on my beard. In the midst of working on my hair, she kept stopping to talk about stuff like where I was from and all, which I don't mind... and she told me what she was doing every step of the way before she did it --- I did really like that part. Once she was done with my head, she kept insisting on trimming the beard down, even though I only asked for a shape up. I declined, but despite that, she ended up trimming it anyway and I just went with it. All the while while tending to my face, she kept asking me questions that she expected me to respond to. How am I supposed to move my jaw when you have clippers to it? And when I wouldn't say anything she would stop and repeat the question. I was like "............". Another interesting part of the conversation was when she said: "I learned to cut your type of hair from a black man. I watched him!" That made me feel slightly awkward, and if she had said that in the beginning and not near the end, not sure what I would've done. The cut was finally done, and I do appreciate that I didn't have any nicks to tend to. When I checked the little hand mirror before paying, everything looked okay. When I got home however... I noticed that my fade was half way up on the side of my head on one side, and ALL the way up on the other side. It was completely uneven, and with little time before my anniversary trip, I didn't have much time to figure things out! I was able to use my own skills and salvage it, but nothing like a professional. I can only guess that I didn't see how off it was in the shop because of 1) the lighting or 2) because I was just ready to get out of there. Next time, if I don't have time to get a haircut from my usual, I will definitely just NOT get a haircut at all. Lesson learned, and $25 down the drain.

I've had a number of good haircuts at Jose's Barber Shop. Compared to many other places in the…read moreimmediate vicinity, Jose's is cheaper, better, and ultimately nicer. My only real complaint is the location - because it is within an office building, the doors tend to lock quickly and Jose's tends to close after normal business hours, meaning it's a hair inconvenient for office workers.

The best in the city. Going there since 1992. Great service. New management is amazing. ​​read more

How wonderful it is to go to a barber and get exactly what you ask for. My friend has been going…read morehere for years ever since he was at AU. He had been urging me to come here for a long time as he has suffered through hearing about my growing dissatisfaction with my usual barbershop in Ballston for some time. I arrived around 2:30 (after what I am told is often the crowded lunch rush period). I was immediately asked to sit down. I told the guy what I wanted and he did exactly that. There were no inappropriate questions or side comments. He just went to work, did his job, and gave me exactly what I asked for which seems pretty hard to get in this town for some reason. I have often had the experience at other places where they cut my hair too short on the top so as soon as the sides grow (which takes about four days) it doesn't look right. Now this is fine if you want an extremely short hair and don't mind going in to get it cut every seven days, but I am no longer content with that. So I was just overjoyed when the guy who cut my hair did exactly what I asked for which was just simply to give me a one on the sides but leave the length on the top and in the front. The hair cut only took about twenty minutes and was only fifteen dollars plus tip. I look forward to coming back here to get an uncomplicated hair cut that is what I ask for at a fair price with friendly efficient service.

They do a great job even walking in off of the street for the first time. I have had multiple cuts…read morethere and have walked out very pleased each time!

Guy barely spoke or asked what I wanted at all. I showed him a photo of a previous haircut and he…read morecut it way shorter than the photo

Great location - clean and bright - clean restroom - nice people - oh and a great haircut - thanks…read moreguys

I've been going to Ernesto now for...8 years? Not sure. He is fantastic. He's very efficient,…read morereasonably priced for the DC area, and does a great job with my really thick hair. Was so happy I found him, and will continue coming to him until he retires, at which point I might just give up and let it grow forever.

I am loyal to Millenium Barber in Slver Spring. However I was in need of a haircut and beard trim…read moreafter going to a soccer game at UMD the Saturday before starting a new job that I love, i looked for places near College Park and chose here. It was the best haircut and beard trim I have ever had. A bit far from home but would love to go back

The barber shop and barbers Cheta and Dave are phenomenal! I've been a client for over 5 years…read morehowever my sons and husband have been clients for well over 15 years and never have either of us ever been disappointed with the cut or service. The barbers take their work seriously and strive to provide nothing but the best service to their customers. They don't make you feel rushed and are friendly and professional and treat their customers like family. The salon has a relaxing atmosphere, is very clean and modern. I look forward to my appointments and will not go anywhere else to get my hair cut. Exceptional service and barbers!!! J Hordge

College student here, Lam did a phenomenal job cutting my hair! This place was very efficient, high…read morequality customer service, and very cleanly. I was only here for the summer but I was sure to get one last haircut before I left! For sure coming back!

Worst haircut ever. Can barely do a fade but don't ask them to take anything off the top. Julio…read morecan't use scissors. Never going back Worst haircut ever. Can barely do a fade but don't ask them to take anything off the top. Julio can't use scissors. Never going back

Have only gotten beard trim and shoe shine, but both services were done fast and well. The wait…read moretime was also minimal. I found the new location to be well lit and comfortable. If it feels slightly pricey, remember you're in the middle of downtown. Every business has to charge a little more because the rent is expensive. It is well worth it for the convenience of being able to get a cut during your lunch break or right after work.

Walking around downtown while furloughed and decided to treat myself with a haircut. I didn't catch…read morehis name but there were two guys inside and the guy closest to the door serviced me right away. Straight forward and efficient with a pretty good cut but $50 is a little steep. I'd recommend the spot but I'm also cool with cutting my own hair too.