Ash at Birds on Slaughter is amazing! She gives a better haircut than 90% of the stylists at high priced salons in Austin. She listens, understands and excecutes the cut perfectly! read more

I can't stand this place. Had an appointment with Joe but got someone else, waited 20 minutes, sat in the chair then told they didn't have time and was asked to reschedule. Go somewhere else! read more

Really like the staff here. Always had a pleasant experience. That said, they've recently introduced what seems to be surge pricing. The initial screen will state a certain price only for that price to now be more when you do checkout. Absolutely terrible experience and I'm now sitting here trying to figure out when I'm not gonna get slapped with a 20% upcharge. read more

To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to formally complain about a deeply frustrating experience I had with Bird's Barbershop on Thursday, February 12, 2026, regarding a 4:30 p.m. appointment I booked through the Bird's Barbershop app. The intended location was 5000 W Slaughter but I was sent to the wrong location (another location off Slaughter). After booking the appointment, your system sent me a calendar invite via Gmail. When I clicked the "Directions" link in that invite, it routed me to the wrong Bird's Barbershop location (off Slaughter). This is now the second time your system has done this. As a result, I lost valuable time driving between locations to get to the correct Slaughter location in Austin. When I arrived and explained that your app and calendar integration had sent me to the wrong address, I was told I was past the 10-minute cutoff window and that "there was nothing we can do." I was simply turned away. What made this experience significantly worse was how it was handled by staff. Both receptionists--and potentially managers--at the two Slaughter locations were short with me, not empathetic, and not helpful in any way. There was no attempt to problem-solve, no acknowledgment of the inconvenience caused by your own system, and no effort to treat me like a valued customer. The overall tone and attitude made an already frustrating situation feel even more dismissive and unpleasant. I find this completely unacceptable. When a company's own app and calendar integration provide incorrect directions, the customer should not be penalized for a failure in your system. A rigid, zero-leeway policy in situations where the business is clearly at fault, combined with poor customer service, reflects badly on your brand. This experience made me feel like I was treated as just another number in an overly rigid scheduling system rather than as a customer whose time and effort should matter. Your appointment policy needs review, and there should be clear discretion and flexibility when the error originates from your own technology. Additionally, your front-of-house staff should be empowered--and expected--to handle situations like this with basic professionalism and empathy. I am extremely disappointed with how this was handled and will be sharing this experience through public review channels as well. I hope Bird's Barbershop takes this feedback seriously and addresses both the faulty directions issue and the lack of reasonable customer accommodation and customer service as well as zero tolerance 10min penalty. read more

We had a great experience here with Panda, who gave my tween daughter a super cool cut, exactly what she asked for and more! Panda was also so sweet and just lovely to work with. It's only 4 stars for this Birds, because we have had mixed experiences with other stylists, but Panda is 5 stars!! We will be back! read more

Monica cut my boyfriends hair and he looked like a new man! I was very pleased wi try his comb over and did an excellent job! We recently moved in the area and have been looking for a great stylist. Then, Monica saved the day! She was super sweet and listen to his concerns. Plus they had a great conversation! I loved the setup of this barbershop. Super retro and fun! We are super pleased with our visit and can't wait for her to cut my hair next! read more

Birds Barbershop - Hair Salons Near Me - Austin, Texas

I get my hair cut maybe once a year. I have long hair for a dude and just need a trim to get things cleaned up and cut off the dead hair. They do a great job. They offer drinks, they are totally cool in there, and super friendly. I'll never go to a salon for an overpriced trim again. This is my new spot now and forever. read more

I'm jumping on the Panda reccs. I've been getting my hair cut at Birds for almost 10 years and seeing Panda at the slaughter location for well over 5 years. She's amazing as a human and is a great stylist. She's easy to talk to and it's like hanging with a friend and leaving with great hair after. She does wonders with my thinning hair. I love that Birds does limited booking so last minute appointments are very easy to get. Gotta book ahead for Panda, tho. They've added bubbly waters for those who don't drink which is much appreciated. And generally it's a chill vibe. I recommend Birds to Austin newbies and recommend Panda (if I like them). read more

I had heard about Ash through research into intuitive stylists who provide razor cuts. I was a bit nervous since I have longer hair and have always viewed Birds as a men's barbershop, but as my cut grew out further and further I decided to make the jump. They are a fantastic, talented artist. Fantastic attention to detail and really understood the "90s grunge" look I was going for. I have fine, asian hair and love cuts that bring out the wave. Ash totally delivered. read more

Birds on Slaughter is a great place to get your hair cut. Staff is personable and willing to help. I always schedule my son and I with Laura. She is a top notch hairstylist. I highly recommend Laura for your next cut. read more

The manager, Sabrina, has no customer service skills, lacks critical thinking, and is overall rude. Avoid this barbershop!

Birds Barbershop is great, but the real star is Panda. I discovered Panda several years ago when I booked a last minute emergency cut at Birds and it was love at first cut! Panda is always flexible in getting me schedule with my crazy travel, provides great conversations, is always willing to offer hair or cut advice of any kind, and remembers the tiny details about me as not just a client but as a person!!! I've unfortunately had to get a haircut or two when out of town on long trips, and am always reminded why it's best to only see Panda! Outside of Panda, Birds on Slaughter offers the typical free drinks, games and chill vibe of the Birds Barbershop model...BUT...it also offers a more hospitable and "you're one of the family" vibes than other locations. Birds Barbershop on Slaughter earns an A from me and Panda makes it an A+! read more

Last Friday, I got one of the best hair cuts of my life from Tamika at the Birds off of Slaughter Ln. She was so warm and welcoming. I thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience and was blown away by her exceptional stylist skills and attention to details. I feel so lucky to have found such a talented person I can trust to cut my hair, and I look forward to booking with her as long as she will take me! read more

I love Birds! It's easy to make an appointment online and I've never had a bad experience. I'm a simple girl and I'm looking for a cut about once a year. The price point at birds is what I'm looking for and is why I'm a repeat customer. Lisa cut my hair this time and she did an awesome job! I'll be back next year. read more

Unfortunately I do have to report that this barbershop does not seem to service or customer focused. My first "haircut" lasted maybe 10 minutes and the "stylist" took the cape off me and told me to have a good day. Didn't give me a chance to look at it or show me the back with a mirror etc. stunned I just rolled with it paid and tipped appropriately. I got back to my car and I was jacked up. Uneven unfinished. It was pretty crazy. I looked up how I communicated what my haircut should be like for 15 min because I thought I was going crazy. I called and spoke to the manager. He did think it was very strange short the haircut was. He said I could come in 3 days later because a senior stylist needs to perform the repair so they can communicate to the original stylist what they did wrong. I had to wait to get my hair fixed for their training purposes. He ended with you will not have to pay anything to get fixed. I replied politely that I didn't expect to. I didn't ask but totally expected an offer of a free haircut or refund of my original haircut. Just shows they are not service or customer focused. The senior stylist that fixed my hair did a fine job which is why they didn't 1 star. read more

Always excellent haircut from Panda. Easy to make appointments on app or call. Front desk easy to work with and friendly

The location on Slaughter Ln has cancelled my appointment on the day of 3 out of the last 5 times bc the stylist didn't show up to work. They were unwilling to help me make another appointment. They lost my business forever today. read more

My son got a great haircut today from Stevie. And Aaron at the front desk kept things running smoothly and was very friendly.

Panda is the best. Been going to her for years. She goes above and beyond !!! I travel often. And she always works with my schedule.

Panda is the cats pajamas. Her attention to detail is outstanding and every hair cut I've ever had from her has been super on point. I felt instantly welcomed the first time I booked and due to her consistent skill and warm attitude, I can't imagine going anywhere else. read more

Tito is my dude. I've been looking for a barber at Birds for a while; someone with the training in fades, short cuts and facial hair. Tito is it. He cuts my hair every 2-3 weeks and I wont let anyone else touch it. read more

Bird's tagline should be "Get in, Get Faded, Get Fresh, Get Out". Legit services and styles are going down at ANY Birds Barbershop in town but Slaughter Lane has expanded their spot and added about 6-8 more chairs than what they originally opened up with. Now that they got a Birds App where you can set up your appointment, check wait times, and receive reminders & discounts(!) it is ON!!!!!! No wait, no wonder, and no worries now that the app is up and going. Seriously - download it. You can even check out your / other stylists schedules on it as well. Birds has evolved and knows exactly what a lady, like me, needs and wants when she has to go get her obligatory hair did. I want beer, no wait, free arcade games, and the option to be able to choose decently priced and great products to sustain my mane after I get my hair done. If you don't want beer I believe they still have cold brew coffee on tap for you to choose from. They even think of the littlest things like a koozie for your beer (or coffee)! My hair is always taken care of by any stylist I choose or decide to go to. I always appreciate being asked what I want, how, and even the questions on what do I do with my hair on a daily basis (how do I wear it). I appreciate the time and concern each stylist has provided to me no matter how busy the place can get. Everything is clean, staff is friendly, and I have never had a problem with service. Birds - don't stop being you. I like you and the beer you give me for free. It just makes my day. I just gotta remember to get / book my appointments after 12 noon so I can partake in my beer drinking as I get my hair did. read more

I've been getting haircuts from Tito for a while here, he's very professional and quick, great as a barber which I think is not easy to find around, super relaxing haircuts. read more

Websites says they take walkins but they don't drove 35 min to be turned away. Not great customer service or experience not sure how they are rated so high. read more

I always book an appointment with Tito for my custom fade. Best barber in town. At the same time, my 3 year old gets a nice cut from any available stylistwife loves seeing us all cleaned up. read more

Birds Barbershop - Tito with the custom Astro cut! - Hair Salons Near Me - Austin, Texas

I've been an on-and-off Birds Barbershop customer since they opened their first location. Now that I live right by the Slaughter Lane location, it's become my family's go-to for haircuts. My son and I both see Sefra, and we love her for a few reasons - first off, she really listens to what you want. Second, she weighs in if she has ideas for improvement (and she's super knowledgeable), and her recommendations are always spot on. And finally, she's just so darn friendly and engaging! read more

Tito does an awesome job! Friendly and fast as well. He is a Barber and I like the neck lather and blade shave. Will definitely be a repeat customer. read more

There are never more than 4 stylists working. When I ask for someone patient and good with kids, it's never noted. They have a SEVEN minute window at which they cancel you (but do not tell you this in advance) and hardly any parking. The turnover is insane so you probably won't see the same person again. Cheapish cut though. read more

I go to this Bird's location, and my person is Monica. She colors my roots and cuts my long, curly hair. She is extremely thoughtful and professional, and my hair looks so slay. read more

Laura Hernandez is my go-to at Birds! I connected with Laura a couple of years ago. She provides a good conversation, usually about Joe Ely ;) and our other Austin favorites, along with a little therapy session about the goings-on with both of our families. I appreciate ya Laura! Highly recommended. read more

Panda is so talented and experienced. I always know she'll give me a great cut and conversation every time. Love her so much!

A picture speaks 1000 words... Save your money, time, and hair don't go here. I went in for a bang trim. I left trying to convince myself it wasn't that bad by the time I got home I was in tears. read more

Birds Barbershop - "Bang trim" - Hair Salons Near Me - Austin, Texas

Can not recommend Panda enough!! Consistently awesome!! Been going to her for years, moved away from the area several years ago, but definitely worth the drive!!! read more

I have been going to Panda for many years, and she always provides the best haircuts along with excellent and friendly service. She provided guidance and recommendations when I changed my hair style on two occasions during that time, and I have been happy with the results both times. read more

Panda always has me feeling my best every time I come in and see her :) great conversation and every hair feels perfectly in place !! 100% recommend her every time !! read more

Amazing service. Comfortable atmosphere. Killer price. I look good enough to get married now. Thanks again Laura!

I have been to many stylists since moving to the Austin area and Laura Hernandez is the last one I will have to try. She is on time, she listens and will recommend options you may not have even thought of. She makes sure your hair is cut precisely for the style you want. read more

We REALLY tried to like Birds on Slaughter but it is a hot mess of a business. The haircuts have always been below average - especially on teenagers. They don't seem to care at all, especially if parents aren't there watching over the haircut. When we finally (after years of trying different stylists) found one good stylist and my son waited nearly two weeks for his appointment, at the last minute we get a text message that said she's "injured" and the appointment was cancelled. After several phone calls we got rebooked for the next day. Then again, at the very last minute, we got a text message she has a "family emergency" and the appointment was cancelled. After speaking with several rude "managers" including Andre and Lily who didn't care at all that their stylist flaked - they made no attempt to get him re-booked and he was going to have to wait another week or two to get an appointment. Then, we find out that after their stylist flaked two days in a row, they marked my son as a "no show" and their manager didn't believe me that their stylist flaked- even though there was proof in the text messages. The worst part is that later they reveal (or make up a third lie?) that the stylist was out sick under "doctors orders" out of work for a week - which means that after knowing she was sick Saturday she came in to work all day Sunday, leaving just before my sons appointment, exposing all her clients to whatever she knew she was sick with on Saturday. In the time of COVID, this is pretty crazy. Even the Director of Operations who I emailed made zero attempt to rebook the haircut. They offered some free haircuts after I insisted, but with no appointments available what is the point? The owner, Jayson, was aware of the situation and did nothing. Their haircuts are bad, their staff and management are rude and they blame it all on COVID and how they can't find any good employees. Unfortunately, the problem with Birds starts at the top and trickles all the way down to the stylists. read more

Great atmosphere love the retro video games! Laura H is great stylist been going to her for a year she make sure everything is just right and if you have concerns she will fix it. read more

I've been going to Bird's on and off for a few years now. I started returning more frequently because one of my favorite, if not the best hairstylist I've had, Laura Hernandez, now works for them. I like that I can schedule my appointment and see Laura within minutes from arriving. The only unfortunate thing is that now other people have discovered her talents and fun personality and have to schedule a time well in advance to see her. At least this option exists! Also, there are many great stylist at this location that I have worked with in the past. read more