My boyfriend came in to have his hair cut fixed and he came out looking soooo much better!! Make sure you ask for JIM, he fixed him up and gave him a great haircut! read more

Jim was very nice and professional. He listen to what I want done and even made a oops, suggestion for me. Very nice guy

Always a great job. I have been a customer for around 15 years. I always like going in to get my hair cut by Big Jim. read more

I was lucky to get an appointment that day. They can get booked up pretty quickly. Got in and got out very easily. Guys there are friendly and fun. I'll be back! read more

Found this place on my route for work big Jim. Straight og great barber highly recommended

Great guy and great barber got me looking fresh highly recommended for anyone looking for a barber

I have the finest hair in the universe. If you ever wondered what kind of hair the child of two baby-fine-haired people would have, it's one with even finer hair. Thankfully, my hair is curly (think 1990s Alyssa Milano at her curliest), so it's not plastered flat against my head. ...Most of the time. Anyway, I'd been rocking an inverted bob for 5+ years and decided for a change. The thought of going for a subtle undercut-type cut (low fade, very smooth transitions) was knocking around in my skull for a while, but the thought was pushed to the forefront when the pandemic pushed me deep past the point of needing a trim. My previous cut was mid-December 2019 (the longest locks were hitting the bottom of my ears), and I was due for a cut by May. Of course, few places were open, and after too many horrible childhood experiences from the stylists at SuperCuts who seriously do not understand fine hair, I couldn't bear to try a random place just because they were open. Fast forward to late September and my hair is hitting my shoulders, any resemblance of body is gone, and I can put my hair in a ponytail for the first time in who knows how long. Because it's so fine, the longest locks are stretching down to a mild wave because it's just that frickin' fine. Ugh. The husband made his second-ever trip to Big Jim's--his first pro cut since February (I gave him two cuts (one was great and my beginner's luck ran out on the second) and he gave himself a #5 fukkit third cut), and despite being overly pleased himself, he chatted a bit about what I was after and made me an appointment for the next morning with Mrs. Big Jim (Leslie). I brought in a ton of photos (as one with curly, fine hair is trained to do) and chatted with Leslie about what I was after, then sat patiently (trying to side-eye the football on the TV in the opposite corner) while a whirl of different cutters went to town on my head. I'd never had a cut at a "barbershop", just various salons from the low-cost, low-quality of SuperCuts to the snob-nose Aveda, DevaCurl and similarly way-expensive places. Not having a mirror staring at me is AWESOME. What a relaxing experience to not be pulling (or fear of pulling) weird faces at any given moment during a cut. Love it. In the end, I got EXACTLY what I wanted and am excited to go back for a trim and to go more daring with the style (probably a high fade or mayyybe a classic fade). Can't wait! read more

Big Jim's Barber Shop - Low fade - Barbers Near Me - Santa Clara, California

I moved from Austin,TX and was constantly looking for a proper barber shop who can understand what exactly I wanted. After 5 different tries else where, I went here. I told what I wanted to Big Jim in like 2 sentences. (Fade on sides, beard trim with no curls at edges). The interesting part is, I didn't get to see what was going on, but trust me, he made sure he knew exactly I wanted. He got that I was kinda curious to know what was going on and made me comfortable and relaxed. After about 25 minutes, boom! I was so happy and looking much better with what exactly I wanted. Would highly recommend this place and finally found my place. Thanks Big Jim! read more

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Best barber shop. Community vibes. I've been to other ones all around and it's definitely not the same. If you want a great cut with good atmosphere and conversation it's the spot to be. read more

Jim has a great shop. The atmosphere gives you immediate community vibes. It's that old school barbershop feel. I ask for haircut and it happens better than I expected. For example, I'll say, I want it short. I want it a little longer this time, and I am always impressed. read more

My husband gets his Pomp cleaned up by big jim he does a great job and can style it in so many ways I never go in since there is a no girl rule :) WTF why do guys still take their ladies just like a beauty salon it is alone time!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! read more

My current guy has been cutting hair in the same place since 1957, but I an guessing he's getting ready to retire, so...I took a look on here, found 1 review & took the plunge...I am glad I did :o) I had one guy cut my hair from when I was kid till I was 15...then one other till I was 37, then moved to Nor Cal from England & found the above mentioned one... However, following my visit today...I have a new barber.... . Excellent haircut, very pleasant staff, Big Jim is a very nice guy (well, he's a car guy, so that helps a lot) Cash only....appointments available...open Tuesday thru Saturday. read more

Best Barbershop around and I've been to a-lot in the area. Always a good vibe, good tunes going (or The Price Is Right!) and definitely a great cut. Don't know why someone would say you to have "served time" to get good service. I'm an accountant who's never done any time and I have always been welcomed. Just don't be a dumb@$$ and you're good! There's a reason it's so busy on Saturdays, any one of three will hook it up right. Go there and see for yourself. read more

I came by as a walk-in. I called in ahead of time to see if I could get my mohawk re-done, and they said they'd have barbers available. The guy that lined me up and gave me a cut, Frank, took his time and gave me a pretty clean cut. Pretty chill spot, interesting decor. I just wish they had more mirrors around so that I could see how well my hair was getting, and so that I can see my cut all around (the back and sides). It's cool though, damn good job. I might just hit this place up the next time I need a cut. Just a hop skip and jump away from home. read more

How do I even begin this... I came in after not having had my hair cut in three months. I sat down told Jim what I was going for and what I wanted for my beard. He asked a couple of questions about how I wear it, preferred lengths, then got busy. 30 minutes later he held up the mirror and to my surprise I felt instantly sexy. I can't stop looking at my hair and beard. The fade on my head is so well done, the attention to my beard is unreal. I would recommend him to anyone who has difficulties trusting a barber with their beard. read more

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Dude.... these men know how to cut hair for sure. My husband and son only went to Big Jim's when we lived in Cali for one year. Santi was their barber, but they all do an awesome job. They are funny and laid back too, so you don't feel all weird going in to a barber shop if you're a lady and you bring your kid. They make everyone feel at home and everyone there is kinda like family. My men were never dissatisfied with their hair cuts. They do a good fade, or whatever else you want. DEFINITELY recommend this joint to any dude needing a hair cut. Plus, there is a bar next door if you just wanna chill out while your man gets a hair cut. The picture I posted is actually of Santiago cutting my son's hair. IDK what I was thinking by calling him José. read more

Big Jim's Barber Shop - José cutting Alexander's hair in 2007 when we lived in Cali. Best barber ever! - Barbers Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Excellent experience. I walked in without an appointment and I was seated right away. I told my barber (sadly never got his name) what I wanted and he got to work. He asked me if I was visiting, to which I said yes and told him why (visiting my mom in the hospital) and he was immediately supportive and giving me a pep talk without missing a beat. Not only was the work he did excellent, but his empathy and support during a tough moment in my life made it worth every penny. I will definitely be back next time I'm in the area. read more

I went here last year for a haircut before going back home. The haircut made the Geneva convention look like suggestions. Avoid at all costs. read more

When you come home from a new barber and your wife says "Wow" you know you found a great spot. Can't wait until this Shelter In Place order is lifted. Barber Shops should be considered an Essential Business. I'm starting to look like a Wookie and it's not cool. @Bobby, if you are working on a waiting list, please put me down for the first available spot once you're back. read more

These shops are a dying breed and that sucks! Big Jim has been my barber for many years. I don't need to tell him what I want. He knows just like a lot of his other regulars. And yes, many are regulars because Jim is on point. That Kook below making those slanderous comments is BS! Jim is a Master Barber but he is also a Counselor, a Therapist and thinks a Comedian! Everything you can ask of from a friend. This is how you feel when anyone walks through that door. Everyone is a friend that can expect nothing but a tight cut every time. Leave your insecurity and ego at the door. It's everything you want in a locally owned shop! Try it! Guarantee you'll feel good about your fresh cut and more importantly yourself when you leave. read more

Whenever I come down from Seattle to visit my folks and I need a haircut, I trust Big Jim's to take care of me. Bobby knows his sh*t. He also gives one hell of a fade. As a woman with short hair entering a Barber Shop, it can sometimes get awkward. It's never been that way with this shop. Don't put off a haircut, just go here and be taken care of. Also, bring cash. read more

Jim is a great guy, one of the best barbers I have seen in my life. He is truly gifted.

Walked right in and got into a chair. Bobby was my barber. Good guy, made me feel at ease. Good clean cut and clean atmosphere. Definitely will be back. read more

Big Jim's is the spot to get a fresh cut. Vibe is chill and its easy to make new friends with cool conversations. Leslie, Bobby and Big Jim are true professionals in their art of hair cutting! read more

I was very anxious to try out Big Jim's Barbershop for the first time. All the rave reviews made me even more excited. I got a cut from Steve and I regret that decision. The barbershop was packed when I first arrived. Three out of four of the barbers were already busy cutting hair (Steve was sitting in his chair with no customers) and three customers were sitting down waiting their turn as well. I walked towards one of the empty chairs as Steve says to me "Are you ready for a cut?" I wanted to wait for Jim, but none of the the reviews or ratings on Steve were bad, so I thought "Why the hell not." I sat down in Steve's barber chair and told him what I wanted to do with my hair. I was going for the Mad Men look, Don Draper type style. I am still growing the hair on the top, but the hair on the back of my neck was getting really bushy. My sideburns were long enough to tickle my ears. I just wanted a neat clean up. I even showed him a picture of what I wanted. After all was said and done I headed home and when I got a closer look of my haircut I was utterly disappointed and disgusted. STEVE COULD NOT EVEN DO A SIMPLE TAPER! The back of my hair was left choppy with distinguished lines. My hair was more jagged than Jaw's teeth. Freddy Krueger or Edward Scissorhands could have done way better BLINDFOLDED. The haircut didn't feel rushed, but Steve did a rushed job. I am willing to give Big Jim's Barbershop another chance, but never again with Steve. Sincerely, - Alvin read more

Jim didn't give me a bad cut, but he didn't really listen to me either. I like my hair short, almost a military cut, and I walked out with something closer to a fade. My girlfriend said it was about an 85%. For what it's worth, the guys are really damn nice, nice enough to make me feel at home, and to make me feel bad now for giving a mediocre review. Maybe I'm spoiled. My small town barber back home gave a hell of a good hair cut, with all the touches like trimming stray hairs on the forehead and eyebrows, shaving the neck with a straight razor, etc. If this is a 4.5 star barber in the Bay Area then I've got a problem, because I expect more. read more

Not only is the atmosphere that of a real men's barber shop so are the haircuts. Jim has been doing my hair for years and every time I have walked out with a perfect cut. Not a single hair out of place. Besides my wife loves it when ever I get back from the shop and isn't that what matters most? What the ladies think. Also Jim isn't just a one trick pony cutting one type of pompadour for who ever walks in, he cuts and styles it to the shape of your head so your walk out with YOUR hairstyle that looks best on you. Well worth the drive down from the East Bay read more

Finally a place that can cut my hair the way I ask them to cut it! Saw this place on Yelp a long while ago but never was in the right location with the right amount of time to make it there. Finally was able to swing and I'm glad I did. Walked in and Steve was available. Told him what I wanted and he took his time and gave me a damn good haircut. (I've been back since to see Steve). Could repeat what others have said but the other 5 star reviews pretty much sum it up. I'm so over getting crappy hair cuts at the local hamburger hair cut places. I'm a regular now and plan on staying a regular! read more

There comes a point in every man's life when he needs a hair cut. You know that time... friends walk by and stop recognizing you, shampoo runs out twice as fast, and you even start to think your photos are being featured on "finding bigfoot". You panic. Even your man friends are telling you to trim it up. You might even consider hitting up supercuts to get this fro under control. Huge mistake. Even the legendary big foot has more class. Straight up, Big Jim's takes you off the endangered species list and onto the cover of GQ. These boys know how to cut up some hair. Fades so smooth, you're left wondering if they're running laser printers up on your back head. Listen up, this is important. You still might be thinking some random ladies down the street can cut some hair just fine. Heck, they might even save you enough for that snickers bar you've been craving for afterwards, right? Wrong. People in some countries are killed for lesser crimes. Do yourself a favor: call this place up, set yourself up with Steve or Big Jim, and skip that Snickers bar. Reeses are better anyway. read more

Big Jim's Barber Shop is the spot. It's seriously like a real legit barbershop. I just moved up to the Bay Area last week in desperate need of a haircut. Decided to turn to Yelp to try to find a great place. After some browsing I came upon Big Jim's. They had me at the name. "Big Jim's?" How could I not give it a shot. (As if the perfect 5* rating wasn't enough.) And I'm glad I did because I have a new barber. Honestly, I didn't know what to expect. The place is place is tucked away in this normal looking shopping plaza. Walked in the door and suprised at how busy the place was a for a Saturday morning. (FYI: Saturday's are walk-in only, but you can make appointments for the weekdays.) Three dudes were getting their hair cut and there were already 6 people waiting in line! Normally I wouldn't even bother to wait that long for a haircut, but this place felt like the spot. The stereo was playing some old school jams and some more recent hip-hop stuff. Covering the walls are bumper stickers, flyers, San Jose Sharks flag, and a giant graffiti mural proclaiming this is BIG JIM'S BARBER SHOP! And the conversations are straight-up hillarious. GNR. Maybe they aren't always "appropriate," but there's a reason this is a men's barbershop and not a beauty salon. (As if the cold beers in the fridge and the Playboys in the bathroom weren't enough.) And Big Jim does good work! I'm really pleased with the haircut. He knows hair. The price ($17 not including tip) is a relatively high for a barbershop, but it's totally worth it. read more

Jim still continues to do my fades and do them right!!!! I see him every 2 weeks and always works with me to get in there whenever he can best fit me. Now thats customer service! read more

Big Jim's Barber Shop - End result of a great cut for an 8 yr old @Big Jims - Barbers Near Me - Santa Clara, California

First time going to an actual barber ever and Big Jim sold me! I had been growing my beard for 7wks and was hesitant to let anyone touch it. I showed him a picture of what I wanted and he delivered and more! I'd recommend him to anyone looking for a master barber in the San Jose area! He knows what he is doing and his prices are extremely reasonable! read more

Big Jim's Barber Shop - 7wks of beard growth and Big Jim styled it exactly how I wanted it! This man's got mad skills! - Barbers Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Just walked into this place randomly not too long after I moved to the south bay (a couple years back). When it comes to getting a haircut in santa clara, this is the place for sure. I've made the mistake of going to a couple other shops in the area when these guys were closed or busy, but the truth is that nobody does it like Big Jim. I'd never really understood the appeal of having a 'regular' barber shop of my own until now, I'd just go to wherever was convenient/cheap... though I tend to get a pretty basic haircut so I figured it's hard to screw up. But these guys surprised me, they really take their time to clean it up even if you're just getting a basic fade or something, it's all about the details. And about the atmosphere, can't go wrong there either. There's always something good on TV or at least some good tunes playing, and good conversation. Even if I come in on a Saturday without an appointment, I don't mind just hanging out and enjoying the vibe for a while. read more

Big Jim gives me the best cuts I've ever had. It's really, really hard to find a men's barber who is willing to cut my hair. Jim treats me just the same as all his other customers, and gives me the cut I ask for. I wear a pompadour with a fade, and he's just an expert. Other shops have tried to "soften it a bit" for me, or make it "a little feminine". None of that nonsense here. If you want a great barber who will treat you right and do a great job, come to Big Jim's. Bring cash, and remember to tip! read more

Honest... All the reviews here are completely legit. There's a reason they haven't gotten anything but five stars. They totally deserve the recognition as the best barbershop in the South Bay, hands down. I can't add really anything more. I've been gettin my shape ups from Karvon for almost a year now and EVERY SINGLE TIME I come out with an exceptional haircut AND beard trim. I've never feel more fly then when I first leave that barber chair haha. Each one of these dudes is tops in the barbershop biz. Give them a chance and they wont let you down. You can walk in, have any of them cut your hair, and you'll be a customer for life. After a few times you'll see that everyone's a regular and they know EVERY single customer. These guys are what a really good business is made of. Thanks so much for Big Jim's Barbershop! read more

3 Stars for the ambience, maybe even 4. 1 star for the haircut. I was really looking forward to try this place given the good reviews. I have a fairly simple short cut and I wanted a quick trim, as I usually do once a month. I was seated almost immediately (just lucky, they don't make appointments on saturday), but the cut took almost an hour. That's officially the longest cut I've ever had, usually I'm out in 20 minutes, shampoo included (they don't shampoo here). I was quite curious to see the result (for the whole time the seat was not oriented toward a mirror). The result is ok, but the point is: my hair has been barely cut. Especially the top of the head is almost the same as when I walked in. Tomorrow or sometime this week i'll need to go somewhere else to cut my hair again, this time for real I hope. I'm really sorry about giving a bad review, I had a great time and the guys are nice. As they say themselves, they were barbers, but now live mostly from haircuts. If you go there, ask for Jim (I didn't) maybe you'll have better luck. read more

My fiancé doesn't have yelp but he wanted me to leave a little review. He hasn't had his hair professionally cut in years so it was time for him to find a place. Bobby hooked it up. My fiancé basically didn't even have to tell him what he wanted done. He knew exactly how to fix his crazy hair. So thankful we were recommended to come here. Definitely coming back! read more

My usual shop was too busy and I was desperate for a cut so I headed down the street to Jim's. I've been to Big Jim's twice and neither time did I get the haircut I asked for. The barbers are friendly, atmosphere is okay but the cut on this last visit was bad enough that I felt compelled to write a review. I was a walk in on a Saturday and there was no wait, in hind sight that should have been an indicator. I believe the barber's name was Gladys (something with a G), black lady from Michigan. Very very nice woman but it became clear (all too late) that she is not an experience barber. If I had known that from the get go I would not have let her cut my hair but I also wouldn't be here giving a negative review....so maybe they should just let people know this ahead of time. I asked for a 1 1/2 with the grain on top, 1 fade medium on the sides. After a few passes with the grain she went against the grain on top destroying my waves and leaving the hair on top shorter than I wanted. At that point there was no going back. Took her about 40 minutes total for cut and line up. When she handed me the hand mirror to check the result I was rather stunned because it wasn't what I had asked for. The hair on top appeared shorter than the hair on the sides, the line up was far from crisp and there was no fade! It was essentially a bad light ceasar done in a wave ruining way. Big Jim did step in at the end and fixed the lineup but at that point I just wanted to be out of there since I had lunch plans. Based on other reviews I'm sure Big Jim's has some very capable barbers. Unfortunately two strikes is one too many when it comes to my hair and I will not be coming back here. read more

Great Experience. I got an appointment right away with Bobby. He listened to exactly what I wanted and gave me a great haircut. Prices have gone up, but are reasonable for around here and they took Venmo. read more

Big jim's is a solid barber shop. A haircut is a flat 25$ (not including tip) and most of the staff is pretty friendly.