Hands down, best barbershap in Johns Creek/Suwanee area. Ben is a skilled/experienced barber who knows his craft too well. Friends barbershop has a beautiful and welcoming environment. Conversations are always great and Ben will go above and beyond to inform you about your hair and what steps you can take to have a better, healthier hair. As if that was not good enough, he'll treat you with a hot towel facial/neck massage and shaves the back of your neck! Give it a shot, you will not regret it! read more

Son got his hair cut here - they went wayyyy too short. There was a language barrier we weren't aware of. Nice shop but won't go back. His cut would have been nice on a 12 year old but he was really upset with it. It would have been nice to know she didn't speak good English and we would have waited for someone who did or went somewhere else. read more

Stylists are rude and untalented. Costs for service are ridiculously high for what they offer and I have gotten significantly better cuts for so much cheaper. I would not recommend this place to anyone unless they want to be ripped off. Came for a beard shape up, expecting a straight razor correction to line up the edges- barber said she would line up the edges and did not clarify that a straight edge would not be used. Tried charging an extra $40 claiming it was a "hot shave" all for a 10 min job! read more

I cut my hair in different places and parts of the world and here I found the best service and personal attention like never before.Thank you Ben. read more

Arrived right at open this morning to get my son, 5 years old, a cut. I read the reviews and know Ben comes highly recommended but when we arrived Ben was mid cut and had someone else waiting. Sonia ended up cutting his hair and she was great! I know kids cuts are not always easy but she was wonderful. His fade is smooth and she was engaging him the entire time. We will definitely be back! My husband likes the cut so much he plans to go there for himself. read more

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I go to Sylvia here and she is fantastic. I've had others as well and they are all good. Great place for a quality haircut!

Best hair cut ever! Over 7 years worth. Make an appointment or walk in but appointment is the way to go. read more

The two guys who formerly rocked another bar (that shall go nameless) shop opened Friends. Behzad "Ben" and Kia took their skills and knack for creating a manly-but-luxurious barbershop experience and re-appeard in the John's Creek area. Friends is now not so convenient for me to get to, but it doesn't matter. These guys take their time to do it right and somehow stay on schedule. Helpful hint: For dudes who've never had a barbershop shave, you have to get one...at least once. read more

One of the best barber shop experiences you'll ever have. Ana, my master barber gave me a fade, edged me with a straight razor with hot shaving cream, trimmed my eye brows and finished up with a hot tea tree towel face wrap. Look, I'm never going anywhere else ever again to have the few hairs I have left. Ana, can't wait for my next appointment!! read more

Refused to fix a haircut they screwed up wanted me to go back at the end of the day sorry but when a customer returns to complain about a bad job, squeeze them in and fix it read more

I haven't been in a barber shop for 15 years due to my bald head. I went to Friends for my first ever hot shave to shave my full beard. AND IT WAS AWESOME! Such a friendly staff, beautiful shop with nice atmosphere. Do yourself a favor and go get a hot shave and make sure Sonia does it. She was so nice and has a great touch. read more

We have been here several times after a bad experience at their sister store on Windward Parkway. The reason for the two stars is because of the lack of consistency. For every great cut there are two which are lackluster. I did it myself for years and just don't have the time anymore. When you walk away feeling like you could have done a better job it leaves a bad taste. It seems to be more common then not that this happens. I'm not sure if we'll be back because it is convenient and quick (I'd almost rather them take more time for a better result) but I'm not sure it's worth the trade off. We've been to the sport clips down the road and they're just as bad. We may just be in the market for another local barber. You can see in the picture that the fade is a mess. Now I get to take the time to fix it. Probably a $20+ lesson learned today. read more

Friend's Barber Shop - Barbers Near Me - Johns Creek, Georgia

PERFECT HAIRCUT Ben is the man You need to come get a haircut from this guy He gives the best haircuts in town read more

Friend's Barber Shop - Barbers Near Me - Johns Creek, Georgia

Why four stars and not five? Well, because it had been almost twenty years since my last visit to a real bonafide barber, given my propensity for avoiding all things grooming. I have no real comparison in regards to a review, so I am going to play it safe and give the next best thing. Visiting a Persian barber/hair-stylist and being compared to the Ayatollah due to my beard gigante is not a positive, but rather a beginning point for my transformation to the well-groomed side of humanity that I knew existed, but never partook. It took a gentle prod, and maybe a well-timed snark for me to shave my hard-earned facial hair. These guys handled the landscaping with aplomb, and quite entertaining conversation to boot. I suspect the usual conversations between barber and customer are that of things unimportant like those of sports, cars, or finding a nice rug to place at the front door (they are Persian afterall ;)... but it was nice to speak of things that have some social value like language variations, and even religion without being pestered into a sales pitch, followed with a four-page cartoon interpretation of your deity. It made having my beard hacked off all the more bearable. After pulling back the hot-towel from my face, it appeared another man had taken my face and reminded others that I could very well be from a first-world country again. It saddens me that I no longer look like a homeless man, but I am sure someone, somewhere will appreciate the work, and dulled razors that went into my transformation. Friends Barber Shop should be on any guy's radar in the John's Creek area if they too want to look less like those Goose Dynasty maroons. Let's just see how long I can retain this look before I regress. read more

If you're going to do something in life, you should probably like what you're doing. Ben, my barber at Friend's Barber Shop, truly enjoys the art of cutting hair. He will make sure that he is happy with your haircut before asking you if you're happy with it. Ben is very knowledgeable about all things hair - whether it is popular and trendy hairstyles, ways to train that stubborn cowlick, or products to complete a look. His conversational manner was perfect - very friendly, engaging, and not overly exuberant. The shop itself was well appointed with ornate wooden barber stations and marble countertops. I couldn't help but notice how clean they kept the place - as well they should. I also enjoyed being only one of two customers in the shop the entire time I was there late Monday morning. This made me feel relaxed knowing that Ben was not distracted or hurried with other customers around (not to suggest that he would be even if there were more customers there). In fact, his attention to detail was unparalleled to any other barber who has ever cut my hair. To finish my haircut, he shaved the back of my neck with a straight razor and wrapped my head in a hot damp peppermint-scented towel. Very refreshing. The price for well over half an hour of his services - an excellent haircut, good conversation, and hair-related advice? $18. Not bad at all. I now know where I'll be going for all future haircuts as long as I live in the area. What a great barber shop! read more

Great little place for a quick cut, men of course. I've been coming here now for about a year. The staff is friendly and does a great job. Only once have I had a cut that was a little off but hey it happens. Kia is awesome if he is working. Great guy and does a fantastic job. I usually try to get here right when they open because as with any barber shop the line forms pretty quick. Highly recommended! read more

Best men's barbershop in the area. Great service and really good people. Been going here for several years and they've never had one misstep. Their barbers know what they are doing and they know how to treat you! read more

Best barber in town. I am very picky about who touches my hair. Once I found Ben at Friends I have NEVER gone elsewhere. Five star service at a great price. read more

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They take walk-ins and I got a great haircut without any wait time. The haircut also included a neck shave with a hot towel which made the experience even better! read more

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As promised, came back in town and needed a haircut and Ben at Friend's Barber Shop goes above and beyond the norm. This has easily become my regular spot for a relaxing haircut with engaging conversation! Normally, I consider myself a personable guy and try to engage in conversation with my stylist. The end result is usually stale topics or the stylist just isn't into it or there are long moments of silence. Not with Ben! He had me feeling like I was genuinely talking with a friend over a wide range of topics. I was very happy after my cut. And of course, the peppermint oil hot towel at the end of the haircut just makes your day. Simply the best treatment around. Such a blessing this location is basically down the street from me. Cannot wait until my hair is long enough for another haircut! read more

Ben and Friend's saved my wedding day! The staff was super accommodating when a nearby barber shop cancelled our reservation, again, on the day I'm getting married. The shave was superb, starting with a hot towel followed by a hot lather. Then Ben worked his magic with a straight edge razor and finished it off with a stimulating face massage. My groomsmen and I were able to walk out fresh faced and super satisfied. Friend's is a walk-in service only, but just call ahead to see what their day is looking like. read more

The haircut was really good. Above average for sure. However, I did get a half-inch cut on the back my neck from the straight razor shave. But at the end of the day, it was an above-average haircut due to the staff being barber trained and not just cosmetologists. The ambience is an attempt at making this an upscale barber shop, however I felt it was an attempt, not a complete package. While the staff was really friendly and the barbers are really good, I feel it is somewhere between a "great clips" and an upscale men's salon/barbershop. I marked down to three stars from four stars because of the price and the "Nick" on the back of my neck. It was not bad but I was led to believe it was really nothing at all. I was a little surprised when I got home. read more

Friend's Barber Shop - Barbers Near Me - Johns Creek, Georgia

I've been going to Friend's for over a year and a half now and have never had a bad experience. The staff there is extremely friendly and welcoming. Even when the line begins to build they make sure to focus on your haircut and not to hurry to the next which I appreciate. I am 23 years old and see everyone in here from 5 to 75+ years old and Friend's seems to accommodate everyone. I always recommend this place to friends or coworkers looking for a great haircut in this neighborhood. Overall, excellent haircut for an excellent price. read more

Do not get your hair cut by Sussanne (sp?). She cut one side of my bangs way too short and it's like she forgot to cut the other side entirely. Even though I mentioned it several times the left side is at least 1"longer than the right. She cut over my ears too short and told me "it would grow back". I had to go somewhere else to get my haircut fixed afterward. read more

I go to Ben weekly for shave and haircut/line up. Every week my haircut and shave is perfect. Best barber in town

Most of the time, I hate going to get a hair cut, it just seems to take time out of my day and I keep putting it off for another day. But not here! I actually enjoy the hair cut and the experience. No other place is even a close second place. read more

The best shave and cut in town. My son and I have been going to Ben for years. The staff is is great and a clean place. Highly recommend you check them out read more

Best barber in town. My sons and I all go to Ben. He is extremely talented and professional. We are always happy with the service we receive and would highly recommend giving him a call. Well worth the money. read more

If you are looking for a great barber like no other, then go see Ben at Friends Barber Shop. Once he cuts your hair, you will not to go anywhere else. Trust me on that! Ben is just phenomenal! If you have a goatee and/or beard to trim, he is the best in the business. Long overdue but well deserved review as I've been a customer for the last 5 years. read more

The place used to be good. Then they started hiring complete crap workers. First went 2 years ago I would say "good nice cut". Then Ben started getting greedy hiring extremely low talented employees. Extremely low! When cuts were good he had one individual named Tao. If you walked in and Ben was not there you would see 4 employees 3 of which were sitting down waiting 1 was working. That one busy worker was Tao who would have a line of 4 people despite 3 other employees were available. She knew what she was doing so people waited for her. The last time I went about a week ago she was not their. I guess Ben got rid of her because she made the other employees Ben has look horrible. Speaking of Ben he also charges a 5 dollar surcharge to see him. You can walk in and he will be doing jack shit and say "I am booked up for a week, if you want to make a reservation it's 5 dollars more" If you say ok is booked week turns into "I can see you tomorrow at this time." Also if you show up with an American Express card after getting a cut even though there are no signs he says it's 5 dollars more to use an AMEX card. I got a hair cut for my last time which I assume will be many others last time a week ago. After I got it cut I called him the same day saying Kim cut my hair and it was horrific. Everything was uneven and I had to trim off a half a centimeter from my right eyebrow when I got home. I asked for a tight 4 on the side trim up top. The entire cut around the ear is completely uneven from side to side. There are large hairs sticking out and it's completely uneven. It's complete and utter laziness. I should have walked out like I normally do when Tao was not working but I gave it a one and final chance. When I called up a few hours later after my cut I told Ben "I finally saw my haircut up close and it's horrible can I stop by tomorrow for you to see it and just know what I am talking about". "He said come by now" I said "what about tomorrow, Saturday, Sunday or Monday" considering I cannot just "come by" cause people work or are busy. I called to complain about a shit cut. He kept saying "come by now." He finally said those other days were his busy days or days where the person that cut my hair was not working. He continuously said he wanted to have the person that did my hair which I said was Kim the same day who originally cut my hair to be present so he could watch over her recut it. Who the hell wants the same person who butchered your hair the first time to redo it. BTW she even told me she has done this for.....Guess what "20 years." That literally means she is 20 years of cutting hair to look like shit. Ben may have experience but I get why Tao left. She was probably way to over qualified for the place and other employees who pay for a chair to cut probably complained she was taking all the customers and they were going to leave if she stayed. Ben is completely fake and greedy. If you want a crappy ass hair cut go here. If you want a good hair cut go somewhere else. Been going here for 2 years as a creature of habit but whenever Tao was not there the cut was horrible. You may as well just take scissors and chop your own hair off in a mirror cause that's what you will get if you go here. read more

Ben is the true professional. Old world charm. You will hardly know he is working on your hair.

One of the best experiences I've had getting a hair cut when I was super nervous to get it cut! Luz & Maria have Made me feel so comfortable and did an outstanding job. I will 100% be a returning customer. Not to mention they did a full beard shave and trim as well! read more

I've been to numerous barbers in the area and Ben is by far the best. Takes his time, always runs on schedule, and very friendly. One visit and you're treated like family. Once you go once, you will never go anywhere else again. A+ read more

I've been going to this barbershop for two years, and Ben's recently taken to taking appointments which is clearly a sign that he's doing well. I don't so much mind making the appointment as I do having to pay a 5.00 service charge for it. The next time I went in, it was at 8AM, it was Ben and a new lady barber. I wanted him to cut my hair, but he said he was busy until 11. Not having a choice I let the lady cut my hair, and she didn't do a great job. The whole time I was there, he sat at the register staring outside. This is not how I expect to be treated as a regular customer. I'm not going again. He lost someone who was pretty loyal for two years. Hope he changes his poor business tactics. read more

Haircut is above average. Unfortunately they do not work the hours posted online and on their door. The state they are open till 5pm Sat and Sunday, but the past two weekends they closed way before 5pm. Do not count on them being open to get a haircut. Tried 3 times to get a haircut in the afternoon and they were not open. There are many fine alternatives close by. Please be open when you say you will Ben and team. read more

Ben is the man! Great shop and very stylish! He took the time to give me pointers and show me different styling techniques, did not try to push any unneeded services or products but informed me of what would work best for me. The cut was spot on and I'll be going back for years to come! As i sat there his colleagues turned out some very nice cuts as well! This place is definitely a gem for Johns Creek and i know this as many people have (ben)there and continue to go back! read more

Just recently visited this place for the first time and had a great experience with Thuan (not sure if spelling is correct). Very friendly staff and nice atmosphere. I would recommend this Barber Shop to anyone! read more

The haircut was ok. She spent a good amount of time on it so that's appreciated. Just wasn't that good. Also, I asked to get my hair shampooed without realized that's an extra $8. Usually places wash your hair complementary. read more

Let me start off by saying that it is nearly IMPOSSIBLE for me to find anybody to trust with my hair besides my regular barber. With that said, I was in Georgia visiting some family and my hair was a mess so I took a leap of faith and decided to visit Friend's Barber Shop to get my hair cut. When I arrived, Ben welcomed me in and sat me down immediately. I told him what I wanted and showed him a picture of how I wanted it cut. Throughout the haircut he maintained a casual level of friendly conversation and recommended some hair products I could use. My hair looked great by the end of it all, and he topped it off with a straight razor neck shave and a hot towel. I had a great experience here and hope that other people decide to check it out as well! read more

My friend unfortunately tried this place. He waited for over an hour, whilst the staff attended to friends who arrived after him. Very unprofessional staff and terrible service. Avoid going here if you are not friends with the staff/owner or have the whole afternoon free! read more