7 years since my original review and I wouldn't change a thing. Even though I am currently a college student and only in town every few months, James is always the barber I visit. He does a great job, keeps a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, and has good prices. I will definitely keep coming back when I move back home after school! Heads up: he moved relatively recently, so be sure to give him a call to get the new address or directions if you need them! read more

Seriously worst haircut place for kids!!!!! Took forever and was very uncomfortable with the big do go by the door and her education on how to cut a kids hair just sad! Horrible and strange vacuuming the hair while your cutting is not legally okay such crazy noise sucking by your head read more

I've been coming here for approximately 2.5 years now and it's been a pleasure since day one... great haircuts at an affordable rate, funny/entertaining conversations, what more could you ask for?! read more

was lucky to get christina for a great haircut n beard trim!! making customers look great one at a time!!

Nice guy, has the potential to do an okay job on a low maintenance low expectation male cut, however he butchered my undercut. Insisted on a design which was absolutely the worst and accidentally cut off baby hairs I tuck behind my ears with his clippers which is now an inconvenience, luckily my hair grows fast. He was cheap and very kind, however I'll take my overpriced cuts over this, ouch. I'm embarrassed to walk around read more

Barber James - Barbers Near Me - Sacramento, California

Amazing barber! He not only does a great job giving a cut, holds a great conversation and gives you advice as well! read more

Barber James - I like the new place my friend suggests and it was an awesome place. Great cuts and great times. The barber helped us catch a fade - Barbers Near Me - Sacramento, California

No matter what I told my barbers they always wound up giving me the formulaic Super Cuts trim. I finally found a fellow that actually listened. Not only that he actually made some helpful suggestions. I will definitely be going back. read more

Best Barber ever. Love his dad jokes. His haircuts are great. Both my son and daughter love his haircuts.

The best haircut around. I wont go any place else. My daughter and son also enjoy James doing their hair when they are in the area.

Who would think that my hair for my son's wedding would be done by a barber?? James did an EXCELLENT job cutting and styling my hair. He's funny, has great customer service and truly loves his family. If you are in Sacramento and want a terrific haircut, feel genuinely appreciated as a customer and come out looking better than when you went in, go and make an appointment soon. You can also find out about his amazing massage chair. read more

My husband sees James and I see kim for my nail needs but I have been meaning to see one of the sweet ladies that do hair soon. James is a funny, charismatic man that gets the job done and makes his customers looj better than when they walked in. My husband goes in for his hair cut and he gets his scruffy beard shaved this place is a great location and reminds me of the local barbershops my dad used to tell me about. Kim does an awesome job with my nails she is very detailed in her work and great at listening to what you want done. The manicures are relaxing and so is the pedicure, my feet feel smooth and soft as well as pretty after a visit to her. read more

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James is the bomb/best, he is awesome with my boys 2 and 4. Great at what he does, thanks James!

The TOP BARBER around. Great environment. You can play darts, or use the massage chair while you wait. I'm very particular on who cuts my hair. I was going to my previous stylist for 15 years, now I've been going to James for 15+ years. You will not find a better barber than James in Sacramento. read more

He is a great barber who always makes time for his customers.He has been my barber for over 15 years

Walk-in & was on the hunt for a new barber around town James was great . Did a great cut and nice friendly environment, set up my next appointment, you can easily see the experience James has and the quality service he provides . Very knowledgeable too . Scalp massage felt great at the end and every bit is it was worth it . Thank you barber James read more

Nice guy. Very nice barber. Very busy. Very generous: full massage chair?! Refreshments! TV. Magazines, board games, darts?! And very clean. Clipper has built-in vacuum to minimize any small itchy hairs from catching on your inside collar. (No need to wait until weekends or after work to get my cuts.) read more

My wife took my son here a couple weeks ago and had a great experience so I thought I'd check it out. James was great. Cut my hair exactly how I wanted. Super friendly and even threw in a head massage at the end. Felt really good. Already set my next appointment! read more

GREAT I HAD very ling hair - 2 years worth. I tasked James with cutting it down to a professional look, and he crushed it. Hell of a guy. Hell of a barber. And I live my new haircut. Ill be back for sure. read more

Ive been coming to James for about 15yrs. Hes been doing my hair since my teens. Now my son goes to him and many many others I have recommended. The shop is truly amazing. You feel very comfortable and have good people there to converse with. The decor is also pretty awesome. Soo many amenities to choose from not just a cut and go. Hes very good with kids and knows how to put them at ease. Highly recommend this place to any guy or gal!!! read more

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Did a great job. Fully versed in cutting hair of old men. First time my wife expressed her approval of my hair cut. Quite an accomplishment and I believe James will be my barber from now on. Howard read more

My husband and son have been getting their hair cut at Matthews for several years. They followed James, the owner, from his former location when it was just a plain old barber shop. James is always welcoming and friendly and his shop is always busy (which is a good thing). Once Matthews moved and expanded to service women as well I started going there because my hairstylist started working there. Matthews offers several services to both men and women, it's a place definitely worth checking out! read more

Fast, friendly, and at a good price! It doesn't hurt that the haircut was excellent, either. I was only passing through town, so it's lucky that I came across this place. James was lots of fun to talk to, and his vacuum clippers kept the whole process really tidy. At the end, a head and neck massage -- now that's how you do it! read more

My hair feels and looks flawless! Lauren did such a great job! I'm not too chatty during haircut visits but I was talking up a storm with her. She was very kind and was very helpful with what type of hairstyle I should go with. Thanks again Lauren! read more

I have been coming to Matthews Barber Shop for many years! I always get excellent service never had a bad haircut and I always enjoy the scalp massage afterwards!! James is normally my barber but today he was super busy packed with clients so I was offered somebody knew her name is Lauren, Super happy to have someone new to have conversations with during the haircut. Glad to know I have a couple great barbers at the best barbershop in town!! read more

This is a fun place to get your hair, nails, Pedicures done. Everyone is so nice, and professional. They do a great job Believe me you won't be boared while waiting. read more

James was friendly and pleasant to talk to. He did a fantastic cut and trim. I will definitely go back for another haircut when in need. Was also nice leaving without having hair all over me. read more

We called to ask if they take walk ins and they do and James did a wonderful job on cutting my messed up hair. Thank you James

I recommend this place for everyone.James did a excellent haircut.He makes you want to stay and not leave .He made me so happy and laugh.I say you should go right now .An I am always going to go there now. read more

Absolutely fantastic place. I have been searching all Around town for a good barber and finally found one. I will be back.

I think he messed up my hairline and top of my hair and gave me the wrong cut but he wants 18 for a cut very unprofessional I gave him 20$ just cause he was a nice man but he needs to practice a little read more

I've been told that I have the most difficult hair to cut of anyone. James has done a great job on my hair -- for 27 years. Best ever. On top of that, James is a great guy and a caring human being. I highly recommend him. read more

I won't be going back. Friendly staff but unfortunately I received the worst haircut I've ever gotten. Didn't realize how bad it was until I got home. Do yourself a favor and go to Andy's on manzanita. read more

Barber James - Barbers Near Me - Sacramento, California

This guy is awesome. Best haircut I have had in years. I am losing my hair so it is very hard to get a good cut. My son IS NOT losing his hair but got a very stylish and current cut. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!! read more

James is an incredible barber, really takes his time and takes pride in his work. Great conversation. Cold drinks, massage chair. been coming here for years, every time I go somewhere else I kick myself and end up right back in barber James chair! Get it done right, Go to Barber James! read more

After over a year of going to Matthew's I wanted to share that I have continued to be impressed by and grateful for the A+ service I receive every time I visit. Today I was helped by a new barber named Blade (which, let's be honest, is just about the coolest name for a barber ever. No offense James), who was professional, personable, careful, and gave me a fantastic finished product. I didn't do the best job explaining what I wanted, but he still delivered on exactly the look I had in my head. Finding great people who can cut hair this well is a challenge, and now Matthew's has two of 'em. Great job guys, and thank you! read more

All I can say is that James is a quality barber and a quality guy. He provides excellent service and makes you feel welcome every time. I have an odd shaped head and have a hard time finding a barber that can modify a fade to shape my head but James knows how to work around my pineapple head. Thank's James, your the best. read more

Just moved to town, looking for a local barber, google searched, and this Diamond in the rough came up within the first five results. Just starting my own family and moved into the neighborhood, I opened up my own business. Had to find someone to cut my haircut . Even though I own a auto repair shop, where we roll around in oil and grease all day. I still have to be Presentable to the locals. Especially being new! Finding someone to cut your hair isn't easy these days. Anyone can go to a super cut or great clips. But to have a real barber is another story. Not to mention this is the first time I got a haircut where my clippers had a vacuum!attached, to suck the hair off my head instead of falling down my collar. Wow! What a service nothing like going back to work all day and had been itchy from having hair falling down your shirt. Not only was Matthew hospitable and friendly. He Is a family man. I am glad to be his neighbor and will be returning for all my haircuts! And I Will bring my family with. As this Salon knows what they are doing! I can feel confident going back to work looking good! read more

My boyfriend and I were in town for a wedding and needed to get him a haircut. After looking through several places in the Sacramento area, we decided to check out Matthews. James was great! He got him cleaned up and ready to go. Thank you! read more

Love coming here. Found this place through KCRA's A-List and glad I did. James does an excellent job and is very personable, just like a barber should be. Will be coming here for a long time. read more

Took my fiancé here a couple weeks ago. He went in looking so shaggy and with the beginnings of a poorly crafted Afro and they fixed him right up! He looked so classy walking out. Great music, great atmosphere inside and very friendly people. And dogs! Definitely found a new barber shop for him!! read more