Bam d Barber at Headz Up, gave me a gorgeous haircut (best way I can describe it is a high top, with the sides and back cut off--exactly how i wanted it, so I can have braids or plants or locs on the top with the rest a very edgy look!) Very Customer Service oriented, listens well, ask questions and did an excellent job. This was my first visit to Heads up and I will definitely keep BamDBarber as my Barber!! Check him out he is very good with the ladies hair cuts as well as men's! Thanks Bam! read more

Great service even better hair cuts. I would recommend eric but honestly every one in here has 20+ years of experience and the haircut shows for it 10/10 read more

Couldn't even give me a straight line up‍‍ do not recommend. Going to take 3 weeks to grow back

More LIKE ZERO STARS! My husband came to get a haircut here before I retwist his dreadlocks and this barber named "Carter" clipped not one but 5 of his locs!!! The sad thing is my husband thinks it's his fault because he didn't question him more after he specifically asked Carter if he clipped his loc the FIRST time he did it! NOT OK! Being that I'm a Loc Stylist, when he came home and told me how the barber had to use scissors to cut his hair out of the clippers because it kept getting caught I knew right then his locs been clipped. To see that it was not just one, but FIVE makes me furious at the inconsideration this barber had for my husbands hair!!! Now it's one thing if it's an accident, but when my husband asks the barber CARTER and he tells him that is not the case, PROBLEM #1. Now this happened not one but FOUR more times! Which means 4 more opportunities to inform him that he clipped his locs and it was an accident. Which brings me to the next issue, he does not inform my husband AT ALL! Now with having the customers best interest in mind like professional establishments do, Carter decided instead of telling my husband he wasn't properly taught or experienced in cutting people with locs from the get go so he could go to someone who knew what he was doing, he just proceeds to bold face lied to my husband, took no responsibility but def took his money! No principles. It's apparent they don't value your hair like you will. YOU CAN'T TRUST PEOPLE LIKE THAT WITH YOUR HAIR AND THEY DEFINITELY DON'T DESERVE YOUR MONEY!!! I don't know about the other barbers but definitely do not go to CARTER if you have locs!! read more

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I take my hair and the person who helps to maintain it very seriously. I have only had three barbers ever, and I have driver hours just to get a haircut from them every couple weeks. When I moved to Houston, it was my first priority. The barbers and atmosphere lives up to the fantastic reviews received. I was in a seat immediately. Not because they aren't booked but because they are about their business first and fun second. I've been in a chair for over an hour and half several times because a barber wants to take personal calls and pause to eat a bit. These individuals aren't like that. Your time is respected. The chops are clean. The care is brilliant. read more

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Erik cut my son's hair. He was professional and kind. I loved the bald fade. The head barber or first chair was nice, polite, helpful, and made me feel right at home. I don't go into Houston much and I had never been on this side of town in my life. I'm happy I found this place. Thank you Yelp! read more

Took my nephew to get his haircut and had the pleasure of having Erick cut his hair. He is very good with children and my nephew was very handsome with his fresh cut. Make sure y'all ask for Erik!!! read more

First time taking my son here and the ABSOLUTE LAST TIME...barber by the name of Carter literally cut my son up!!! This is unacceptable!!! And paid $22.00 for this!!! If I could give a ZERO stars I would...THANKS CARTER...for the horrible fade and cuts on his face!!! read more

Headz Up Barber Shop - Barbers Near Me - Houston, Texas

The thing about an "ethnic" barber shop is that you have to understand the unwritten rules. 1. Part of the beauty of a barber shop that specializes in ethnic clientele is that you get more than a cut... you get a show. Every single barber armed with clippers has an opinion on a wide range of topics from politics to sex. The opinions are usually given during breaks from cutting hair which makes the hair cutting process long and drawn out. If a scantly clad woman walks in expect the time you wait for a haircut to be elongated... here's a simple formula: X(b+c)/T 2. You will wait. 3. See number 2. 4. There's a certain amount of aggressiveness that is necessary to get your hair cut in a place like this. "How may I help you?" should not be expected. Instead, you walk up to the first guy with clippers and ask, "How many you got brah?" This will cause him to count the number of people waiting on him and it will also inform other barbers who have no customers that you are in need of a cut. 5. You will wait. 6. Inevitably, as you are waiting for your turn, some guy will walk in off the street with an "appointment." Allow me to pull back the proverbial curtain... there is no such thing as an appointment in an ethnic barbershop. Usually, a phone call to a barber inquiring about an appointment will result in the phrase, "c'mon now, I can get you in." Now, if you are friends with the barber (outside of the shop) or if you happen to tip well, you will skip the line for your "appointment." 7. Right before your cut is usually when the barber will take his break. This break will not be done in a break room where no one can see him. This will be done right in front of you as the barber continues in the conversation of the day while devouring some deep-fried delight from a Styrofoam plate. 8. After all the waiting, debating, and being disrespected... you will usually walk out with a very good haircut. So with all of the ethnic barbers in Houston why are all the shops like this? Simple - finding a good barber is like finding a good woman - you have to put up with a few things to get the best! So to avoid most of this discomfort you must do two things - 1. Go to the same barber every time. Don't go chair hopping. 2. TIP YOUR BARBER - WELL! Headz Up is a good barber shop with talented barbers. I enjoy the conversations and heated debates about football, women's anatomy, and the occasional political referendum. Personally, my barber is Najee. He's talented with the clippers and always remembers my name. Again, I tip well. I mean it is MY head we're talking about. read more

The Streets been asking for this review. What can I say? If you know me, hair-wise I'm usually somewhere between a 1994 Method Man Crazy Afro and a Young Bob Marley. In general, me and the barber don't get along. They see me roll up, and I swear they curse under their breath. The picture in my Avy was right after a haircut I got specifically for an interview. (DC! Don't miss it a bit, well the Ethiopian food) Not at this shop. The most West of Westheimer, I rolled up on Saturday morning. If you're familiar with black barbershop protocol, this is primetime. Cats getting ready for later tonight, kids getting that school/church shape up, old heads just coming for the camaraderie. As I roll up, the proprietor in chair #1 acknowledges me, and is glad to see me there. Says it won't be a long wait. Given that this is a Saturday, the place is packed to the gills. High Schoolers, little kids, Dads, Moms, some young ladies getting a fade - you name it, it was there. And for my Latino peoples, one dude was handling mi gente. Everyone is welcome. The barbershop is generally a beautiful thing. Although I hate getting my hair cut (Jah Rastafari), I love barbershops. I think everyone needs a barbershop, a place where folks from all walks of life come together and fellowship. This particular barbershop had the Zydeco mix going, and the Louisiana Guys were have a bit of dance off. *game recognized* Eventually it was my turn in the chair. Got a seat in the back. Now I've been in the game a minute, so I don't really look for the young hip barber. But i'm not at the point where I'm getting the OG Barber yet either. The homey Chris hooked me up. We started going out headed in a conservative direction, like an all over fro, but at one point I stood up and to check myself out, and I was like, "Too George Jefferson". He then gave my a nice taper, olive oil for the edges, (even used a straight razor - thought not a full on straight razor) Came out looking fresher than a mug. Recommended. read more

I tried this place because I needed a quick edge up really fast. The shop is right across the street from my office, so I took a chance. THIS PLACE SUCKS! Walked in and there were about 6 barbers standing around talking a few had clients they were working on. I stood in the front area near the door waiting to be acknowledged, but no one ever said anything. So I walked a little further into the shop and took a seat with the hope that one of the guys would say something...this never happened. I decided that I would wait 5 min (yeah I shoulda left right, but I was in dire straits) before I left. About 2 mins into my 5 min wait, a guy walked in the door who I assumed was a barber there. I didn't pay him too much attention because I was counting down the 5 mins I had planned to stay. This same guy came over to me and introduced himself as Marcus and then asked if he could help me. Sure I said and I told him what I needed and he took care of me quickly. Marcus again apologized for the wait and gave me his card and I was on my way. I don't recommend that you waste your time going in this establishment for a haircut...however, if you must go and are in dire straits like I was, please ask for Marcus-he seemed to be the only one there with some client service skills. read more

I have two kids, (3 & 2) ,and I have previously had terrible experiences at barbershops with them. They were your typical toddlers and hated getting hair cuts. We typically left the barbershop ashamed and embarrassed because of the dirty looks we would get. Some barbers act like they don't know how to cut a kids hair. When we went to Headz up, we were impressed by how well they treated are tots. Their barbers are kid friendly, keep them calm, and unlike most places, won't engage in an inappropriate conversation with your children sitting their. Not to mention, my sons always leave looking fresh. If you were tempted to bring your black kid to one of the " Kid Salons",stop! Give Headz Up Barbershop a try and you will be impressed! read more

Walked in was never greeted. Sat down for a hour no one ever called me or asked if I wanted a cut, so I left. I won't be back here again.

I've been coming here for over 5 years and I have let a mix of barbers cut my hair within the time frame. Bottom line is that pretty much majority barbers in the shop can cut. If it's your first time I highly recommend sitting down in a waiting area and choose a barber after you have seen them actually cut someone's hair. If you're in a rush, let the barber know ahead of time and always ask the price before the clippers touch your hair. This shop has been through barbers over the years but the first 8 or 7chairs have been occupied by the same barbers for over 4 years so if you go past chair 7 it's a toss up on skill level. Customer service here is no different than any other black barber shop in Houston. Music, loud talking and laughing , mixtape & DVDs sellers, food vendors and people walking in and out with something to sell. This is a given anywhere in Houston. If your expecting Christian-like, quite, boring and extraordinary fast service, it must be in Milwaukee somewhere. read more

Go see Erik..he is the truth!!Gives exactly what you need and quick with it!!He had us in and out and not all that extra talking or overcharging either. read more

I used to live in the neighborhood and this was my spot to get my hair cut. An appointment typically is not required but it all depends on how busy they are. Usually one of the guys was always available to hook me up, unless its the weekend on holiday. Then ur screwed lol. I have gotten some pretty amazing haircuts here. Very detailed, very clean. Killer fades! read more

Good shave & trim. Don't visit if in a hurry. Plus great eye candy for the ladies ;-) read more

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This place is literally the worst salon I've been in my entire LIFE! Got my 1st worst haircut here for 20$. What was even more annoying was the time I say with the idiot completely convinced he was giving a proper haircut. This place is ghetto as fuxk, almost like you're walking into a prison yard They entertain themselves with their gilberish, baseless conversations; spitting on your head wasting your time whilst supposedly giving you a horrible haircut Your hairline will be receded if you came here. read more

Too many barbers in one place, screaming all over the place, it takes them forever to finish your cut because they are currently talking jokes to each other BUT!!!! One of the best fades I have ever had. If you are not in a hurry stop here! read more

This is not a quality barber shop! I went pass this barber shop for many years and could never quite get myself to go here for some reason(should've listened to my gut) Now fellas and ladies... We all know that just because you work in a barbershop doesn't mean you know how to cut, right? So I walk in and the big guy in the front semi-greeted me and I ask him how many heads did he have. He responded that this was not based on appointment shop, and I could go to the next available barber. Okay, so I'm around professional people all the time and I'm just suppose to let anybody edge me up, right? I asked him ( Big guy in the front) "Who knows how to cut or who do you recommend"? He says, "Everybody in here knows how to cut"....Big ass lie! Anyways, I went to the next available barber and guess what? Yeah, I got totally Jagged! My edge up looks horrible! I could've done a better job than this... However, this not really my main problem. My hair will go back, but the service was very very poor. When I was leaving nobody said anything. No, "bye", "Thanks for coming"! "Please come again"! Not a damn thing. I work every every hard for my money and won't support a place that can't even greet someone in a respectable matter. If you get your head cut at "Headz up" you'll be leaving there with your "Headz down" read more

Floor a little dirty but to be expected. Only reason not 5 start is they don't take credit card. Barbers nice and works clean. read more

Headz Up Barber Shop - Always a lil busy all working hard. No credit card use availi but walk ins accepted. Many of the crowd for a preferred Barber. - Barbers Near Me - Houston, Texas

Ive noticed alot of black people dont leave reviews however I DO just in case there is someone looking for reviews on black businesses. I yelped black owned barbershops bc I was in desperate need of getting my sons hair cut I found this place and by the reviews although they werent good it was exactly what I was looking for . Shep has cut my sons hair twice and I am elated that his skill reminds me of what my son received back home in Oakland. Yes its black owned, yes its loud,yes its busy, but it is not dirty, it isnt too much, it is exactly what I was looking for and Shep has skills!!! Signed Satisfied Single Mom read more

They say, you only have one time or a split second to make the slightest negative action or anything close to it, and people will talk about it, even go to the extent of trying to shame the person or the company by writing a negative review. Since most good or positive actions go unnoticed, let me shake a few of the negative comments up, about this barbershop, with a positive comment. I have seen some good actions in "the shop" and some not so good actions in "the shop." Not all of these actions are from the barbers. Headz Up Barbershop houses about 14 barbers, who all have a decent, to high clientele. "The shop" has about 4-5 television screens, inside, that surrounds it. I say that to say, depending on the time or day that you visit, Headz Up can be a bit active at times. Discussions are had between the barbers, from, talking about their night out, making bets on professional games, or even discussing their families. I understand that I'm in a predominantly male environment and "guys will be guys" so, I am not too bothered by conversation and lingo used within the shop, most of the times, I can "chime in" on a few of the conversations. Sometimes, "adult conversations and/or profanity do slip, amongst a child's presence but, even I know that the owner of the barbershop does not allow that, and the barbers have no problem respecting that rule (even if it wasn't a rule), by apologizing when the action is noticed. Parents are always bringing their children to Headz Up, to get a haircut, most of the times they end up being returning customers. I have actually seen kids grow up, over the years of getting my hair cut at Headz Up. I have seen parents discipline their kids, for not cooperating with the barbers and I have also seen parents sit in the chair, with their child in their lap, trying everything like a video on a mobile device or giving them candy, to assist the barber with a decent cut for the child. Sometimes, the barbers, themselves, will have a candy or toy, to make the child comfortable, during their hair cut. I have been going to Headz Up Barbershop for at least 20yrs now (following them when they moved from Sharpstown Mall) and I have no complaints. Out of the 20yrs, Walt has been my barber for at least 15 of those years and I cannot even attempt to let anyone else in my head with clippers. When I first started going to Headz Up, I liked the fact that I was asked specifics on how I LIKE MY HAIR before and during my cut. Shortly after being a "new customer/client, I became "like family," now, when I sit in the chair, I'm asked no questions, Walt can just start cutting or I'm asked, "What are we doing today," or "What are we doing to your hair today?" just in case I'm going through a phase with my hair. No matter where I have moved to, around Houston, I will "make that drive," to Headz Up, to get my hair cut, every week. Now, my daughter is included in my weekly appointments. Overall, I am forever grateful with services that caters to ME and includes, good energy, a decent environment, and great conversation. I refer all my family and friends to him or to any other barber, in that shop, that I think cuts good, provides good service, and caters to the individual's needs. read more

Finding a good barbershop is tough in this city. The guys at Headz Up are on point. You'll come out with a great cut, at a fair price ($15 as of Feb 2014). Be sure to give yourself some buffer time when you go in for your haircut. This place is quality, so as a result they can get busy Thur-Sat. Expect to wait, even if you have an appointment. Don't sweat it though, chillout and chew the fat with the people in the shop (best part of a barbershop). So far this is the best shop I've been too after moving to Houston from NYC. I highly recommend it. read more

My day was going good till I had a haircut here, short story they messed up my hair. He shouldn't be a barber

This place is bad bad just bad they fucked up my hair 2 2 people and it smell like weed I don't even want to give it a one star fuck this place they can't cut for shit read more

The barber did not cut my hair the way I wanted then argued with me about what I said at the beginning. He told me that will be another whole haircut. I will not return can't support black businesses because the don't treat u accordingly!!! read more

Not the best place/ very loud & not the best area/ I don't want to be "that" guy but being a Marine I didn't really fit in. Never mind the " herbal" smell coming from the back read more

On a visit to the same Barber; Bluz he actually painted me. I got home to take a shower and black ink was everywhere. I look in the mirror to see a terrible haircut. STAY FAR AWAY FROM BLUZ. Try one of the other barbers read more

Very terrible. Do not cut your hair with Alex. He just listens to music and doesn't pay attention to you at all. You actually have to scream so that he listens to you. I asked for a 4 and he gave me a 3! I look bald thanks to him! Worst of all, I tried to tell him that I was only going to pay 10 dollars but he said the price was 15 whether the cut was bad or not. This place is just bad in general. No wonder it was empty when I came in. I would not recommend this place to anyone who wants a decent cut. Maybe for a kid's cut or something but for a grown man who cares about his hair? I think not. -AH read more

I have been a long time customer of the owner of this shop. His barber skills are top notch - Raphael - but yes it's true the customer acknowledgement skills need work and sometimes it can get irritating when you are in the chair because they often take time out to watch TV.It can feel as though there is lack of respect for the customer's time. but if you don't mind waiting then you will not be disappointed with your hair cut. read more

My son has been coming here since they were in Sharpstown Mall 10 years ago! Great atmosphere! Clean! Hilarious conversations and most importantly, the barbers have serious skills! Won't leave disappointed! Black owned. read more

It took me years to find the right barbershop in Houston. Headz up is highly recommended in my book. They are open 7 days a week. Stop by and enjoy your experience. You won't regret it!!! read more

My son has been getting his hair cut by the owner for over 9 years. We started at the Sharptown location and followed to Westheimer. My son's Barber ,Raphael, always makes sure he has a clean nice cut. He appears very professional each time we enter and also talks to my son in an age appropriate manner. The other barbers around have seen my son grow up so they ask about school and sports. Depending on what time and day you go it can be crowded but who wants to go to a barbershop with no customer? Would have given 5 stars but there needs to be more sitting area. No other complaints. Try it out if you want a precision cut and quality services. read more

I have enjoyed going to this barbershop even before they moved to this new location. I was referred there when my son's previous barber moved out of state. I find the new location to be a very nice and entertaining atmosphere. When they moved I was not sure I was going to follow since it was a further drive to the west/westchase area. But since the quality of work was great I decided to continue to support the barber. Since there is no receptionist you will not always be greeted with a "Hello, hows the weather?" or "Welcome Welcome Welcome let me get you a drink of water while you wait!" when you first walk in (especially if its Thursday-Saturday as those are the busy days). Some people have different experiences yet mine have always been GREAT! I have personally recommended the shop to many coworkers and friends who continue to go in weekly. read more

I like going to this barbershop because the conversation (music, sports, politics, business, etc) is interesting and the barbers are talented. Erik aka E is the barber I recommend. He is talented, polite and cordial to his clients. Robert aka Rob is also another barber that does good work. read more

Walked in, nodded and no one acknowledge or spoke. Big dude from the back, motioned me to his chair, didn't introduce himself or say a word to me. Did a poor job on my bald head and only said "$20". I had to go back home and shave my head for a clean cut. I have a large clientele base so I know about giving my customers good service and these dudes don't have that. Worst experience at a black owned barber shop. I'll just take my business elsewhere and my referrals. $20 for a bald head though? I normally pay $10 for the complete job, face and head. read more