This place charged us $50 + for a man's haircut. My first observation is that they don't even use a neck strip for protection and the barber does not sanitize equipment or tools before he started the service. I have not seen any clipper blade spray disinfectant at his station . I also didn't see any state of Illinois Department of professional regulations license posted anywhere . The barber gave a satisfactory haircut but he should have done a thorough consultation before surprising us with the price afterwards. We will not recommend this salon or return. read more

I reached out to Diana on Instagram (@dianahairart20) asking for a hairstyle for my best friend's wedding. I was recommended by friends who had a positive experience with her work. Diana responded quickly, she was very sweet and perfectly executed the inspo photo I showed her. My hair lasted the entire day, even with the hot sun/heat. She was also very efficient and quick, too. I highly recommend asking for Diana to style your hair! read more

George's Fade salon - Hair Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

George is actually a good barber. Here's the reason for the 1 star rating. George was my son's barber for almost a year & we had great rapport I took my son faithfully, every 2 weeks.Never had an issue. I always tipped and was never late. When I book- I typically book 3-4 appts at a time, because I'm a faithful customer. When I went to book with him- I was blocked. I honestly thought there was a problem with the app-so I texted him. He stated that if I was late- the app blocks me from scheduling (which isn't true - you would have to manually block a customer) I honestly thought he had me confused with another customer-'so I sent him a picture of my son to jog his memory. This man kept me blocked! He has the right to not want someone as a client- but damn! He could've communicated if there was an issue. He could use a lesson on how to treat his customers. read more

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LADIESSSS if you need a hair cut and eyebrows done, Diana is the way to go absolutely love her work and hope her business flourishes read more

George's Fade salon - Hair Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This place is absolutely amazing...all the guys that work here are extremely professional at all levels of hairstyling...my go to guy is ADAM...he has a way with the clippers and the razor leaving you looking like a brand new person.. extremely clean and fresh read more

George's Fade salon - My guy Adam the owner George and me..all these guys are awesome but my go to guy is George - Hair Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Wonderful, kind barbers. Took my senior husband right away, even though we were walk- ins. Will definitely give back.

It was my first time to try this place and Frank did an awesome job to my hair. I've been wanting to change hairstyle and finally he helped me do it. He is very professional and skilled barber. I like on how they focus on details. Im fully satisfied with the result. Looking forward on my next visit. read more

George's Fade salon - Frank's masterpiece! 06-10-19 - Hair Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Ask for Miriam she's the best holly wood quality service very clean reasonable price for fabulous service

Haven't cut my hair for a good 1 month so I can have some hair to work with. Came in asking for a low drop fade number 1 and a slight trim textured on the top. Should've known better when the barber is showing off his multi-tasking skill of the "phone shoulder" lean while asking for what I want. Homeboy went straight up, then continue to just chop off everything. The Masterpiece is a pineapple tree, rounded head and where's the fade at? 10$ is 10$ I guess. I didn't want to judge and gave this place a try anyway. Came home with a new hat for the month and a few cuts. Still tipped 10$ cuz everybody gotta eat. Just be a little more professional next time and if you can't cut something just be up front. Maybe George is the only go-to here. But you should surround your self with people of similar skills, it could do nothing but good for the business. read more

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Just got my sons haircut here this morning. For a weekday at 11am I was surprised to walk in and see about 5 people cutting and 3 customers waiting. We didn't have to wait long at all. Although the guy giving my son a cut was not very warm and personable, he gave a good haircut! (Not sure what's his name but he's in the picture) For only $8 and a good cut, I'm definitely not going to crappy, over priced Supercuts for my kids anymore. read more

George's Fade salon - Hair Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I used to be a regular at George's for the past 4 years and had no issues before. However, in the recent past year, George has raised the price of a haircut/fade from $15 to $35. One time I came and was surprised it was raised to $25 from $15, and my brother who goes there as well told me the other day they raised it to $35!! He was a regular as well and decided not to get cut there. When I asked George the reason of the price raises he told me it was due to the purchase of new supplies. Really? We're in a pandemic, less customers, less money, and yet George thought it was a smart idea to buy more new supplies and RAISE the prices for his customers. I got to admit that was a stupid idea due on his part. Or he could he making up reasons to account for jacking up his prices. I'm going to find a new barber that doesn't charge an arm and leg and doesn't lie. I don't trust George nor his employees. They are too shady for me. read more

Will always go to George's Fade Salon. Truly a Picasso with the clippers. Always satisfied and always felt welcome. The best part? Its $6 for a haircut that's 50 times better than a crappy $20 sport clips hairtcuts. And he's open 7 days a week. Score! read more

George's Fade has been my trusted barber since 2015 but not anymore. I waited almost an hour to get a cut by George himself. I asked him to do what I've asked them to do for years: a #1 to #2 fade. I guess the correct phrase is " #2 mid fade", but they've always gotten the idea. He gives me a #2 low fade. He spends 5 minutes trimming my hair then asks me if it's too long, and I say "yes it is, can you actually make it #1" and he proceeds to get mad and flame me in front of everyone in the barbershop. He says I'm making him do 2 haircuts and wasting his time, as he has others waiting (just two people) and it's almost closing time (not for another 1.5 hours). I apologize and tell him I thought #2 was shorter, but he keeps it up and continues flaming me, saying stuff to his coworkers in a different language. I felt quite embarrassed and uncomfortable. I kept apologizing but he kept doing it. For the rest of my cut he shifts between angrily flaming me then calmly asking me if my cut is fine, and I'm too scared to object at this point. I came to get a cut, not sit and get berated after a long day and an hour-long wait. I gave him a $10 tip as I knew he was tired and had a long day too, but when I went home and looked in the mirror my cut was not complete and I had to fix it. I paid $20 plus a tip to get berated, embarrassed, and not get a complete haircut. Ruined my day. Not professional behavior at all, especially from the business owner himself. I'm sorry George, I hope you have better days- but don't take it out on your customers when you don't. I won't be back P.S. use a waitlist read more

Came here for an emergency haircut on a Saturday evening. When I arrived, there were about 5 people waiting on barbers, but they moved quickly. Next thing you know, a barber is calling me up for a cut. Having never been here before, I saw a particular type of fade I wanted on the number board and pointed it out to him. (Unfortunately I didn't catch his name.) Within 20 minutes he was done, I was out of the chair with an excellent haircut, and it only cost me $10. Cash only. By the way, if you drive here, be absolute sure to feed the meter. While I was waiting, everyone saw the parking enforcement person starting to write tickets. 4 of the people ran out to move their cars, but unfortunately one was too late and got a ticket. read more

Great haircuts at a reasonable price! $17 for drop ins and $22 if you want an appointment. These guys know how to cut hair and do not rush through your haircut. I have gotten a haircut from 3 different barbers (anki, adam, and another guy that I can't remember his name) and they are all GREAT! Literally the best place in the city to get a haircut - hands down! read more

I've been going to George's for over a year with my boys, but lately they've been messing up. They cut my one sons hair to short ( almost down to the skulp) and left the other side all uneven. My other sons hair was cut way to short and uneven. When I went there recently they wanted me to pay more for a scissor cut. They never charge more for a scissor cut since I've been going there. Maybe the guy with the gray beard wasn't having a good day but I always go to him and now he wants to charge me more, I don't think so. He's also the one who cuts my son's hair. Time for a new barber. read more

I went to this barber shop for the first time this past weekend. And I'm sure it will not be the last. I drove here all the way from Edgewater neighborhood. The price here is great, and the barbers are great. There honestly aren't any better barbershops than George's on the Northside. Out of every barbershop that I've been to, the barbers don't hear me out when i mention what i want done to my hair. I haven't had that problem at Georges. read more

I've been searching for a barber/stylist since October, trying to find a place with the right quality to price ratio. After trying seven other places, I tried George's on a friend's advice. My search is over! First off, the salon's atmosphere is great. It's clean, well lit, and roomy. Secondly, the customer service is exceptional. The barbers are professional and courteous, and really make you feel at home. Last but not least, the quality to price ratio is off the charts. I got a super clean and precise razor fade for $10.00! I'll be coming back every week. Thanks George! read more

George's Fade salon - Photo taken from my meter free parking spot! - Hair Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

George gives a solid fade! Really takes his time with your cut and a good eye for the small details other barbers miss. Appointments can be made easily online which is a big help if you don't want to sit around a barbershop all day. Free Parking is always available on the side streets. read more

Vacationing in Chicago, decided my attempt at a manbun was unimpressive at best, unkempt at worst. Asked a local for a barbershop recommendation and was pointed towards George's. Went in around midday Saturday. Nice, large barbershop, 6-7 active seats, all filled with 10 guys waiting. It's always a good sign when a barbershop is busy, means that their customers keep coming back. 30 minutes to get into a seat myself. Haircut was great, would have been charged a lot more than the $10 if I had gone elsewhere. More than worth it. Got my beard lined as well, sharp work, and no nicks like other barbershops. Very happy with service and price, definitely worth the wait. read more

I been going to this place since their old location, for some reasons not even one time they were at my expectations, and every time I try to give them a chance I just get a big disappointment from this place. My last visit was a disaster, they barber was so slow and I was wondering why he is slow ? Guess what ? Because they charge you by time it's no more a flat rate. Yea, the guy start spinning me on the chair and going far away and comes back closer and then asking me is it ok ? Yes it is just get a freaking haircut. Asking me every 3 min is ok ? I swear I wanted to leave with half way done. Finally he is done after 1h 45 min . Charging me 38$. The big disappointment when I went home I had to trim my hair like I wasn't at the barber shop unbelievably sloppy job. Just one advice for you guys a golden chair doesn't make a great hair cut neither spinning a customer on that chair, what make a great haircut is experienced hands which you don't have. I rather cut my own hair than go to this place don't recommend this place at all. read more

Needed a haircut but my crazy schedule has made it difficult to reserve. I heard very good reviews from people of this place and the hours are much more available than others. Great customer service was greeted immediately as I walked in. The barber that took care of me asked what I liked. I told him I trusted his judgment as well and started . I was very pleased with attention to detail, and making sure every stray hair was attended with all clean uniform lines. I loved the way it turned out. I would recommend anyone to go here. My hair is very difficult to cut as he told me at the end. If a barber knows this he really knows his trade . You don't need a spa like salon for a great cut. You need great hair experts! I am very pleased to say his work was awesome and I will be visiting George's Fade Shop again . read more

I am a regular customer of this barber shop. My advice to all. However there are several barbers who work there but always stick to the barbers who you know. With whom you have already had experience. Who do the best haircut. This is because the level of proficiency among them are totally different. You could see this even through reviews here. They are positive and negative. I am always trying to stick with barbers who do the the best low fade. But last time when I came I didn't see them. Probably they were off at that day. So, I decided to try another barber. This was a middle aged guy with some gray hair in his beard. Gee, that was awful experience. That was a total disaster. This barber seems like was having some mental problems. First of all he asked me what length of hair I wanted at the top. I told him - number 6. He nodded with his head. But instead he quickly proceed with number 5, which was way shorter for me. On my reasonable question why he did number 5, he replied: "You need to do 5"... He was always rushing, careless and rough. He used a very rough brush with tough bristles in it, to clean off cut hair from my face. It was so painful, that I unintentionally shouted "Ouch!" because of pain. He did it so vigorously, that I felt like he wanted to peal off my skin. I explained to him that the brush he using is painful and scratching my skin. He changed to the softer one. But still along the session this psycho returned to the tough one and used it despite seeing my face with clenched teeth and painful expression on it. The hair on my head was cut unevenly with multiple bumps. On one side instead of slowly fading hair away he did a sharp line. Then this guy asked me what should he do with the hair at the front. I told him: "leave it as it is". He said "Ok". Then he grabbed a hair clipper and trimmed my front hair diagonally. In conclusion, I want to add that all barbers in the world have different levels of expertise, skills and experience. Some of them are just beginners. Some have intermediate level. But some of them are already masters. The level of proficiency of this so-called "barber" who did this to me can be described with one word- IDIOT. P.S. Here below I see that the owner who apparently is in denial, replied: "That was not true". Sorry, but this is the most childish and silly reply ever. read more

By far THE WORST haircut I have ever received in my life. Now that I'm on Yelp all I see are one star reviews and I'm just so confused how I even ended up here. I was looking for a fade, which I've never gotten before, so I didn't want to spend too much to try out a new look, which is how I end up here. I went twice: The first time I got a decent fade and beard trim which made me happy. My hair on top was combed nicely and trimmed lightly. Not my best haircut not my worst. For ten bucks I was happy. The second time the guy gave me an okay fade, a great beard line up and THE WORST haircut on top I've ever received. He grabbed the hair and cut it straight across, leaving a flat stupid looking top look. I looked like a toy soldier and it was just an awful haircut. No texture no nothing. I was low key pissed. And of course it grew out looking dumb and I hated it. I will never be back and I will never recommend to anyone. However I love the concept of this shop. It's clearly a close crew and they have this women's salon next door. I think it's a family run thing and the family from the few glimpses I've seen of them seem actually very close and probably wonderful people. BUT PLEASE LISTEN when I say you NEED to train your staff if you want reach your highest success in the potential of this place. read more

This was a treat. Not only did I get a great cut I felt so taken care of. I've not receive this level of service from a Barber Shop in a very long time. I am only in town visiting for the weekend but I would make this my home barber if I lived here. I'll make sure to come back and ask for Adam. read more

I've been coming here for a long time and if you want a good haircut George's fade will hook you up real good. Nice clean place, great hospitality every time you come in. You never leave unhappy. read more

I have been to this shop four times now. I try to go every two weeks. I have been going to Shaby. He takes his time and if you tell him exactly what you want he will deliver. You can tell he takes pride in his work. The price is awesome. I like the barber shop feel of the place, and I have never waited more than ten minutes for a cut. I have has so many people say how great my hair looks lately. I have also seen the other barbers there do quality work. Everyone leaves looking sharp. read more

Waited in a covid filled room for 15 minutes (first come first served) and someone finished. The barber walked around, went to the bathroom, carefully avoided eye contact, and then said, "Hey, I'm just going to go eat my lunch." I took that as a F YOU given that he could have told us as soon as we walked in or at any other point. Going to the bathroom to vape or whatever he did was just to stretch out our wait a little longer. Really though, he's probably just an inconsiderate barber with an IQ of 80, I don't really think he deliberately screwed with me. Anyhow, I just left. There are other shops in the city of Chicago. Eat s*** George. read more

I'm glad that George got on Yelp. In fact, I'm the guy that told him to get on here. Chicago is full of super-discounted barbers, mostly from the Mediterranean, who mostly provide exceptional service. George is the owner of this particular place, which also has a couple of female hairstylists. My hair is easy. I want a fade, where it's almost bald on the bottom, gradually shading to the top. It sounds easy, but you have to know how to taper pretty thinly with clippers. Some barbers just use a guard on top, no guard on the bottom, and try to blend in between. The really good ones start on the bottom and elevate as they go up. I judge my barbers by how much care they seem to take when cutting hair. Since these cuts are pretty inexpensive, many barbers tend to rush through them, so that they can get to the next client. George doesn't do this. He will slowly, but efficiently work on you, donning both clippers and a straight-edge razor, to give you what you are looking for. Another service that they offer is eyebrow threading. This is a fairly new concept to Americans, but is a popular grooming habit in the MIddle East, where they pull out your eyebrows with a piece of string. It hurts a little, but the results are worth it. For $6 for a haircut, and about the same for either a straight razor shave or to get your eyebrows cleaned up, you can't beat the price, but what you really are coming here for is the pride that George takes in running his own business, and that's why I return. read more

I used to go to Pierre's Fade Salon, owned by George's brother, Pierre. However, due to proximity to my home, I have started going to George's Fade since its opening. The best haircut you can ever get for the price. Very skilled barber. Does blowouts, fades, linings, beard linings, shaving, eyebrow threading, facial treatments, the whole shabang! f you've got a request for him to try something new with your hair, he will, and you probably won't regret it. Also a very sociable guy despite his lack of knowledge of the English language. He won't be able to keep up a very informative conversation with you, but trust me, George is a great guy. Ex Body Builder. Big teddy bear. Likes to go out and have fun, just like you. I've learned all this through our conversations, so expect a fun talk when you sit in that chair. Give George a try and you'll be going back there every two weeks, I promise. read more

I don't know if the guy who did it is new or whatever, but he did a bad job on my boyfriend. I've never made a review ever on yelp, but this is just a huge disappointment. First of all, we came here because 1) the name says Fade Salon, so you'd think they'd be good at a fade; and from the pictures we thought that too. But he didn't even give him a fade. 2) The lines aren't even sharp on the sideburns. And his overall hair sides are uneven! 3) The back of his head he made it straight..... not curved so it looks unnatural, maybe if he gave him a fade like he was supposed to it'd be better. But he didn't. And 3) He cut him with the razor and now he's bleeding! Never coming back here again. read more

It's now $15 per haircut so prices have gotten expensive and it's not worth it. Used to be a lot cheaper and worth but not somewhere. Go somewhere else as you will get a better haircut somewhere else for cheaper. Plus Frank the head barber quit so you won't get a good haircut even if you pay now the $15 for the haircut read more

Called in around 4 to confirm if they close at 7. I was told yes but they will take the last client at 6:30. I have a very crucial meeting tomorrow morning so needed to get a haircut as soon as I got done from work. As someone who has been coming here for the last 4 years. I am quite disappointed that George would not even come to the door and simply signaled that he has two more people. I completely understand that no one wants to work at the time of closing but I wish they would have told me not to even come at 6:30 because I just drove like a maniac from downtown to make it here on time. read more

Eddie is my go to guy for my kids especially my oldest who fears a haircut. Always satisfied when we leave the shop. Thanks!

I don't go to just any salon or barber. This is the 4th place in my whole life and been going here for about 5 years now and it's my favorite. Super friendly staff. I will give a shoutout to Chris, I cake in with no appointment and needed a cut and he did a phenomenal job. My hair has been growing for about 6 months with no cut or trim and I told him what I wanted which wasn't an easy task and he did like a said a phenomenal job. I needed a fade but a very short one that takes more work than a regular fade. So thank you again Chris. read more

This guy is amazing...! His fades are so precise, they are like works of art. Seriously.... The price is unbelievably cheap. $8...? Really? I always give George a $12 tip. His cuts are worth a good $20 and then some... Only problem is, there is no appointment system whatsoever. First come, first serve - so on a Friday or Saturday evening, you could literally be waiting two hours to get your hair cut. Not good.... As an alternative, I noticed (since I've waited there many, many times) that the guy cutting hair in the chair just north of him is very capable as well. So if you're strapped for time, you might want to give him a try. George can go a little overboard cutting the top of your hair, so I always have him leave the top of my hair alone, as I can do some of that myself (I don't like the top of my hair cut too short). Also, he likes to spritz you with cologne, so if you don't want that, just let him know. But overall, it's about as good a fade as you can get. Given the price, it's a five-star no-brainer. I'd rather give George $20 ($8 plus tip) than get an appointment at Mario Tricocci and pay $50 or more. That's just me... read more

Been going here for years, never had a bad cut or shave and you can't beat the prices! Can get very busy mid-day.

This is a great barbershop. All of the barbers are excellent. They did a great job at giving you the cut you want. read more

George's Fade salon - Hair Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I go to George's fade salon once a week, every Saturday because I'm very particular about my hair. I need my fade to look crisp and my line up straight and clean. The barbers there deliver! And on top of that, they are couteous and professional. Plus the price is awesome, one factor that allows me to go there once a week. I would definitely recommend this place. read more

If I could give 0 stars, I would. My brother grew his hair out for months and went to get a trim. He came back with a BUZZCUT despite only asking for a couple inches off. read more