This was my second time getting a haircut here, and overall it was a solid experience. The pricing is reasonable, though they do accept credit cards with an added fee, so bringing cash is a better option. Tipping is also accepted. My barber, who appeared to be in his mid-40s, was skilled and detail-oriented. He took his time to ensure the haircut was done properly rather than rushing through it, which I really appreciated. The only downside is the parking situation. Since the shop is located next to a restaurant and a convenience store, parking can be difficult especially during peak hours and on Saturdays when spots are very limited. read more

Great mid fade with a front buzz fringe from Vicky! 10/10 :) Great vibe, kindness, professional. read more

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Have been coming here for long time for my husband. I wish I could give zero star. I had a really disappointing experience here. Kevin has given my son good haircuts before, but unfortunately he had a long line that day and we were sent to another stylist (an older gentleman). Despite clearly showing a reference photo and explaining what we wanted, my son's hair was cut way too short and completely ruined. When I politely mentioned that it was shorter than requested, he became visibly irritated instead of trying to fix it or acknowledge the concern. Paying $24 for this result was extremely frustrating. I genuinely don't understand how this place has a 4.3-star rating. The quality is very inconsistent--if you get Kevin, you're probably fine, but based on our experience, the rest of the staff does not meet the same standard. I would not trust the reviews and won't be coming back. read more

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I walked in at 6:35, the hairdresser said they didn't have time to cut my son's hair. I was able to talk her into it, and waited for her to finish with the client she was working with when I walked in. Then a different race person walked in who spoke their language and it seemed like they told him the same thing about not having time for him. Then a man came out from the back and sat him down and started cutting his hair while we waited... it felt like poor customer service and favoritism. They are lucky this shop is so close read more

This is my son to go salon which is clean, fast and nice hair cut. Staffs are all friendly and professional.

I've come here for several years - I'm usually pleased with the end result. There are a couple stylists that I request here.

My son has been coming to this place to get a haircut since he was 3 years old. He is now 9 years old. Everyone is nice and friendly. Eve is my go too. But she's always busy and has waiters. read more

Incredible service for my 1.5 yr old. We go to the woman in the first chair on the left (Ivy I think?) she does such a good job and is so patient with my son. I can't bear to cut off his curls so she gave him the cutest little mullet. I highly recommend. Plus it's only $20! read more

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I brought my son in for a mohawk. I showed her a picture. I tried telling her that she should grab the top of his hair up so it doesn't get on the way. She told me to move my hand. She ended up cutting way too much from the top middle part. I ended up just telling her to stop and still pay $20 . I'm taking my son to a barbershop where I should've brought him instead and see how I can fix his haircut now Very unprofessional very rude. Would not come here again. read more

As a Castro Valley local, this place has been my good ol' reliable for at least 5 years. I have medium thickness straight black hair and I usually go for a layered style just past the shoulders, asking for a few inches off whenever it gets too long. Nothing too fancy, though I did once ask for a dramatic A-line bob, which they pulled off fantastically with the help of reference photos. My total after tip lands somewhere around the $30 ballpark, which I admit to some people could be pricey, but I'm always happy to support a local business. I've had multiple barbers there cut my hair, and each one of them is always so meticulous with their work! I always do walk-in, and 90% of the time they're able to take me immediately. Never had to wait more than 10-15 mins for service. read more

Really impressed with the salon! They only take walk-ins. Came at 5:30 and was able to get seated for a cut for my 2 year old toddler quickly. Ivy was amazing! Super patient but also very detailed. Of course my son cried before we even started but he definitely settled in halfway through and it was definitely because of Ivy's calm approach. This will be my son's salon for quite awhile! read more

I have been going to CHABOT Haircuts in Castro Valley for several years now. Their staff are always friendly and professional and their prices are quite reasonable. Everyone does a good job at cutting hair but I have to give a special shout out to Kevin a stylist there. He is quite exceptional! He gives the best haircuts ever! Would definitely suggest you check them out! read more

I am so glad they are able to cut all of our family's hair here! My 2 year old son and my husband got their hair cut by Hong (the guy), and he did a great job! He was gentle with my son and was very careful not to hurt him (my son moves a lot lol). My daughters and I got our hair cut by Ivy and Q. They did a great job. They made sure to take their time and listened to what we wanted as well as give some advice on how much to cut since I wanted to get rid of my split ends. It's hard to find a good salon with affordable rates so I'm soooo happy to have found Chabot Haircuts, as a recommendation from my brother. This will def be our new go to read more

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First time here. Shade. They spent a whole hour doing a really thorough job trimming the sides multiple times to make sure it's nice and even. Only $19. Will definitely come back regularly. read more

It's hard finding a good barber shop that cuts my teen son's hair the style he wants, mind you it's not difficult... just the typical long K-Pop hair that are trending with the adolescence nowadays. After going through majority of the higher end salons and common name barber shops in Castro Valley that never seems to cut it right, I don't know why I never came across Chabot Haircuts. First time as a walk-in guest in January 2024 (no appointments accepted), I showed the stylist the haircut my son wanted. She went to work and 45 mins later, he was happy, I was happy, and stylist got a great tip! This has been my teen son's haircut salon ever since. Plenty of seating area for guests. Located in a small shopping plaza, there's a parking lot but there's also always parking along the street. read more

This review is for the lady with the station in the back left corner of the shop. I walked in on a Friday morning, asked for a simple haircut, 1-3 on the sides, leave the top. She did a decent job on the right side, but the left side was very patchy and she even cut a chunk out the top. When I asked her about it, she told me to just comb it over. I really wasn't expecting much for a $19 haircut, but this was just terrible. read more

Exactly what we asked for. Our son was happy with the results! The young barber was really good read more

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Super over priced. The lady just trimmed my 5 year olds hair, nothing fancy. She was done in 10 minutes and I was charged $25. She paused for a moment like she was trying to make up a price and then the awkwardness of the first button for tip saying 20%. I paid a total of $30 knowing I will never be back. read more

Favorite place to get my son's haircut. Affordable and they always do a solid job. We've been going here for 4+ years so they were great when he was wee little and wiggly! They also have books now to keep him amused. read more

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Another great cut by chabot haircuts today. Luckily it was slow due to the 4th of July holiday weekend so I walked in and sat right in the chair. I didn't catch the lady's name that cut my hair but she was the one at the front desk. I love my haircut and feel ready to go out now. I suggested this place to my brother in law and son and they both loved their haircuts. Great cuts and a great price. Definitely my go to when I need a fresh cut. read more

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The place was ok. The price is good but the lady completely ignored the hair cut request that my fiancé asked her. Just have him a "typical Asian men cut". read more

Great local gem. Recently found them after inconsistencies with local chains. Easy to get in and really nice stylists

They did aGreat job cutting my son's long hair. They have 8 chairs so walk ins usually taken quickly.

I took my teen boy come here for hair cut twice , usually I don't respect too much from them so I am okay with the result, but today , my son told the lady what he wanted for his haircut, it come out with totally different style of haircut that he wanted to !!!! I truly not recommend this place for haircuts , Jim's haircut in Hayward is much better skilled than Chabot hair cut. read more

Great people, great prices. Don't expect your fancy salon but they do the job. My husband and 2 boys have been going here for years.

This used to be such a great place 4+ years ago. The owner Kim was amazing and she knew how to cut all types of hair. I should have known better when they told me Kim sold the business but i decided to give them a chance, how could you mess up a trim on super long hair? I went in for a trim with long layers. and walked out with a bob with 2 blunt layers cut straight across. the woman cut my hair with an electric razor and i have thick/wavy hair. this made made my ends so blunt. When I told her it was short, she pulled on my hair to show me how long it was. anyone with curly hair knows, when you pull on the hair, that's not how it really falls. I was crying in the chair. Horrible service. that $20 haircut is going to cost me $300 to get extensions. I will never return. read more

Had a hair trim with Ivy. She is great! I am always so apprehensive about going to new places for hair trim/cut because the person always seems to cut shorter than I would prefer. Ivy was very good. She listened to what I wanted and explained what she was doing She reassured me that she didn't cut too much and most importantly, she made sure that I was a satisfied customer! Oh and when I was tipping her, she tried to give me some money back as she said it was too much! I gave it all to her. She definitely is worth it I will be back! Thank you, Ivy! read more

My daughter, who has anxiety, did so well here after previously having a hard time at other salons. They were gentle, patient, professional and did her hair just how we asked. She even got a shampoo and they let me hang out w her near the chair! We will be back--thanks for a wonderful haircut and great experience! read more

I took my 15 year old brother that's super awkward and doesn't communicate well here. I personally spoke to the man (seems to be in his 40's) and told him exactly what my brother told me to tell him. I told him a slight trim on the sides and about an inch off the top. I left to the store real quick as he said it would be 20 minutes, And came back to his whole effing head shaved off!!!! Apparently this man kept telling him "shorter is better" and even left a huge spot uncut. This really disappointed me as I'm always busy and this was supposed to be my treat for him. I even tipped this person. Heck I pointed to someone getting exactly what my brother wanted and still didn't even get it! read more

Been going to this place for years. It's cheap and fast. Never had a great haircut, but you get what you pay for. Sometimes it would be ok, other times not great, but I don't care that much. But the last few times have been horrible. My hair is easy. No curls, just straight. Part on the side use number 5 clippers. The last few times have been so bad, I wonder if they have even had any schooling whatsoever. It's uneven, choppy and short in some places and randomly long in others. I don't care that much, but I don't want to look like I cut my own hair. It's cheap, but these haircuts should be free they are so bad. Also, never see any cleaning supplies for the scissors and brushes. As far as I can tell, they use the same unsanitized scissors and brushes. Lice anyone? Anyway, awful. I won't be going back. Go at your own risk. read more

Ivy is fantastic!! She was able to accommodate me & my kiddo for an array of color/cut needs! We have another appointment before Christmas scheduled!! They are a wonderful non pretentious, respectful, warm, and reasonably priced. read more

Friendly service, great haircuts and priced right. Open six days great hours. Fits my varied schedule perfectly.

Great for kids. Took my 4 year old for his second hair cut at a salon. He was fast and did a good job.

Update: the stylist who cut my hair is named Ivy. I went back and got a 2nd haircut. It was just as good as the first one. Ask for Ivy, you'll be glad you did. read more

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Great place to get a haircut. Friendly staff. Been coming here for many years. Kim would take care of our cuts and my perms. Unfortunately, Kim has left the shop to tend to family. We will miss you Kim, your personal touch, caring ways and just knowing your customers. However a new lady at her station, she gave the same attention to my cut. I recommend chabot haircuts. Reasonable and friendly read more

Definitely recommend. Dropped in with two kids after school. Multiple stylists got us done in reasonable time. They were great with kids, and the price was right. read more

Amazing Salon, that's all I can say. I just moved to Hayward and needed a haircut, I didn't know where to go, everywhere else was expensive or fully booked so I took a chance and came here. I don't think I've ever had a better haircut. The stylists take their time and know what they are doing. On top of that, the regular men's haircut is 16$. This is the only place I'm getting my hair cut now. read more

It's a hole in the wall barber with friendly attentive service. Came in for a quick simple clipper cut with a gentleman name Huynh. Didn't have to wait long...10 minutes. He provided a detailed haircut within 15 minutes. Cost $15 + tip. Will come back again. Would recommend trying at least once. read more

I've been coming here every 3 weeks for a haircut for the last 6 months and I've never been disappointed. Some context, I get a standard fade with a little trimmed off the top, so nothing too fancy but they always get it right. I recommend Chabot Haircuts, the employees are very friendly and attentive and you can't beat it for $18. read more

It's always a pleasure to get a haircut here. They are fast and efficient, and my children look great. read more

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