Hands down the best barber shop I have ever stepped foot in. You can feel the vibes of this place from around the corner before you even step inside. The music will cleanse your soul, the conversation will sharpen your mind, the art will refresh your eyes. By the time you leave you'll remember you came for a haircut, look at yourself in the mirror, and recognize that you look and feel the flyest you've felt in days. Carley has truly created something special at Heritage Tonsorial! There are two shops, the one on Nostrand Ave (Classic Trim) being my favorite. You can create a profile and book online. You can also pay before you arrive which makes getting in and out very smooth if you know you'll be a lil' pressed for time. Although, it's my bet you won't be in a rush to leave. Prices are very fair and everything is done so professionally. And if you're wondering if you should get the full service shave do yourself a gigantic favor...get it. read more

I'll just repost this since you had my last post removed. I am black and I went in for a haircut. Barber did a horrible job so I left a low rated review. The owner calls me, on my birthday mind you, And offered to refund me my money but only after I deleted the post and goes on to talk to me about how it is people like me that annoys him....just because I left a review of the haircut that I received and that this is why he would rather not have black customers in his shop!!! Due to the current political and racial climate, I think it is important that business like yours, with owners who don't want black support, be exposed. What disgusts me most about this business owner is that he himself is black and literally told me, a black customer who spent $50 on a Bad haircut, that he doesnt like black customers. I kid you not !!! Dear owner of Heritage Tonsorial, Instead of reporting my review to yelp this time, why don't you explain what you meant by that phone call to everyone here? Why don't you tell everyone who Is considering a visit to your barber shop that you would rather not have black customers? I'll never forget that gross act on your part. Shame on you!! Read the other reviews. Clearly I was not the only one he treated this way. read more

Highly recommend Heritage Tonsorial for the style, vibes, and a clean cut and shave!! Received so many compliments after getting styled by Carly and my cuts have been consistent every time! I was his first appointment of the day a few times and he was on time, well dressed and had some good music ready! If you live in Bedstuy this is the place to be for a clean cut and shave! read more

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Class. Vibe. Style. I live right around the corner and have passed by many times. Slowly I started to notice this joint was different. Old school chairs. Seductive music. Cool ass barbers. So I tried it today. It was like stepping back in time to the OG. The cut was an experience. The shave was classic. In a fast paced world that focuses on surface level BS, this place was exactly what I needed. Quality, care, and again style....ooozing everywhere. Highly recommend. read more

Enough said with picture below. Immidiately after getting my head shaved, I got this rash. read more

Heritage Tonsorial - Barbers Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Bad service. Disappointed. Was told the shop was for white men. The cut was average. Just bad.

This place has the best vibe on the planet. No fake style. Nicely priced. Real chill folks who know their craft. Go see Kevin if you've got a beard. Dude's a wizard. read more

Professional barbershop with dope veteran barbers who know how to cut any type of hair. If you're a grown man, who cares about his appearance and appreciates a professional environment, you'll like this place Shout out to: Rene read more

Heritage Tonsorial - Barbershop - Barbers Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Very disappointed in my husbands haircut. Good thing hair grows but never in so many years have I seen him this dissatisfied with a haircut. He won't complain and say anything but I can't let it pass and have to share this in here. He was happy with the previous owner (Mark) but now he has a granpa style haircut he even had to pay for!! Next time take the time to really listen to what the customer want before you chop everything off. Confirm with the customer, for anyone else just make sure he understands what you want. Quick edit: Appreciate the refund, didn't expect it to be honest, we are even touched by such a gesture and customer service, we will be back, am sure for a great cut next time around. read more

Carley is an incredible barber. His haircuts alone are worthy of a five-star review, but his impeccable taste in music and encyclopedic knowledge of Brooklyn put him over the top. Every visit leaves me feeling fresh and inspired. Do yourself a favor and become a regular here. read more

Old school is the best. Come here over sea from Taiwan. Great job for my undercut. The taste for the music is awesome. Will come back here. read more

I didn't even request a scissor cut, especially since they're a lot more expensive than a regular cut, but was given it anyways. Also, I specifically pointed out my cowlick to the hairdresser so he would avoid cutting that area but, lo and behold, it was cut. When my hair began to grow, my hair was sticking up everywhere and it wasn't a good look. I paid way too much for this cut and don't plan to ever come back again. read more

Cares more about reputation than customers' feelings or services. Never met someone who just didn't want to do a haircut when he could have said no on the phone before booking the appointment. I'll spread the word. I'd rather go to one of the boys in the hood and have me and my son treated like we are welcomed than begrudged, even after spending twice the amount for less than 15 mins and unfinished. I'll remember this for a very long time. Not all black barbers are created equal. Some are just sell outs. Disclaimer: I called in advance to book the appointment and called when running behind. Regardless of any event, the attitude toward a customer is long lasting. All the best, absolutely no love lost. read more

Welcome to New York! There are no good barbers in this city (unless you pay ($$$) for a hair dresser.) So, my experience with Heritage Tonsorial was most of the same: give me your money 'cos you're leaving with your hair shorter! And don't forget the tip. (TIP, really???) So the point is that there are no good barbers in this city. They learn how to cut hair on YouTube, they cut a few dozen hairs, and that's it. They become barbers. NY. RE Heritage Tonsorial: 1. Great online booking system. I could schedule an appointment the same day. However, I was running late after a doctor's appointment, but the online website didn't let me reschedule (unless you do it 12h in advance) even though there were many empty spots after me. It's ok, not a big deal. 2. Got there. It looked cool. The barber (I guess Carley) looked cool wearing a hat and good-looking clothing. Jazz music. Good vibe. No rush. 3. It was winter, so I was wearing a hat and was sweating because I was running late and got there, literally, running. I took off my hat, and my hair was crazy. And dry. I said I was going to a wedding... but he didn't care too much. He did not ask how I wanted to get my hair cut. He did not put any water in my hair. He touched and moved my hair several times kind of "feeling it". He started cutting my hair with some "grandiose" movements reminding me Edward Scissorhands. Literally. There was a moment when he was cutting with scissors but not looking at my hair, and the scissors were just cutting in the air. He did not follow any particular order cutting it and he was not making sure the length was aligned. He relied too much on his thinning hair shears. As a result, see the picture. Also, I was about to pay and he came to me and finished shaving my neck. Was weird. Carley, without being charming and caring, had an OK vibe, though. So I did not complain. I just paid him $22 (+$5 tip.) My hair is pretty gracious so I cut my fringe at home and it looked decent. But it wasn't an exciting cut. It was a $22 hair cut. In NY, you got what you paid for. read more

Heritage Tonsorial - Barbers Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I found this place on yelp and thought to give it a try because it had great reviews. The vibe was cool and the owner and barber was extremely friendly but the haircut was below average. I ask for a baldy and a shape-up which is pretty easy cut. I thought because they advertise the shop to be a shave parlor I would get a proper shave with a single blade razor. Nope, he used a machine with dull blades, which left my with a shadow/low skin fade look. The shape-up on my beard was worst. He struggled to trace my lines and he didn't blend in the patches of hair. It looked choppy. And he went over the line so much it irritated my skin. It looked like I had a friend did it for free. But the cut wasn't it was extremely over priced. I won't be going back here.. read more

Carly is amazing! He gave my husband a beard line up and fade and a straight razor head shave. The environment in here is relaxed classy and professional. We are visiting from LA and would definitely come here again on a future visit read more

Heritage Tonsorial - Barbers Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Worst first experience, won't recommend for anyone under 30 to come here! No experience it cutting African Americans hair-- I hate my self for even coming here@ worst experience read more

I was going to this shop for about 5 months and everything went smoothly. The barber tried to stick to the appointments as scheduled as much as possible, he did a phenomenal job with helping me transition from a Mohawk to a different cut. The shop was pretty clean and the price was decent for what you will pay in Brooklyn nowadays outside of "hood" shops. Unfortunately, yesterday he was running behind and I had to wait which was fine because I had to run to bank. Then Carly(owner and sole barber) asked me to wait for him to cut a white guy's hair who came in after me because "they write reviews." For those who cannot read between the lines, he assumed making the white customer wait would result in him getting a poor review online and to avoid that his loyal black customer should be a good sport and just wait. After yesterday I took off and will not be returning. I'd rather deal with the chaos of a "hood" barbershop or pay more elsewhere to be treated and valued equally in 2016 in Brooklyn. read more

Carley did an awesome job with the cut I just got. He listened that I wanted to keep some weight on the side and in the back with the high fade to skin, and the fade/blend looks great. Very pleased and I'll be back read more

I love and will always love this barbershop. Period! The service and vibe is incredible. I would recommend this even if you live in freaking Harlem. read more

I was going to hold off on writing this review because hair regrows, but what was done today is unforgivable. I've never been so upset after a cut. I've been growing my hair for about six months, having one recent cut since October. I have also been growing my beard for about four months with minimal trimming and maintenance that I do on my own. I was keeping a natural yet maintained look. I don't like unnatural trim lines all over my face. Let me preface this by stating that I went in for a hair cut, not a beard trim. What I received instead was a complete butchering. I usually like to give my stylist a lot of freedom when it comes to my hair, but this time I decided to be very specific with what I wanted since I had been so patient with growing everything out. It didn't seem to matter though, since Carley decided to start cutting IMMEDIATELY without even listening to me. Just as I was telling him I wanted to keep length on my bang, it had already been completely cut off. "Whatever," I thought to myself, "It'll grow back." I had only been seated for seconds before this all happened. The haircut can be forgiven, but what happened next can not. Carley started trimming my beard without even asking. Here's some advice for all of mankind out there; you don't touch another man's beard without permission, ever. This should be universal rule; law, even. I was shocked but rode with it since he didn't seem to be taking much off. Then, before I knew it, one side of my mustache had been completely snipped off, just like that, without warning, followed by the other side. Before I could even say anything, the electric razor was on my face, unnaturally shaping my mustache and beard. I had no choice but to roll with it, since snipping half of a person's mustache off isn't exactly something that can be remedied. That is what's unforgivable. It's not going to be possible to naturally grow this mustache out since it's been so heavily shaped. I'm going to have to constantly trim from this point on, until things look natural again. I almost feel compelled to shave the entire thing, after four months of patience, because it looks that bad, but I'm going to wait a bit and hope for the best. I feel like I was rushed in and out of the shop, and on a slow Thursday afternoon. Had Carley taken more time to listen to me, this could have been avoided. He should have also asked if I wanted a beard trim, or complete reshaping, before touching it. It almost pains me to write this review because Carley seems like a really good guy. I'd like to give an extra star but looking at my mustache, which was actually cut crooked, because cutting it to begin with wasn't bad enough, is preventing me from doing so. I planned to make this my new spot, but I don't think I can return after what was done today. I didn't complain in the shop. I even paid extra for the beard cut (let's just call it that) which I didn't want and tipped more than most people probably do because I'm a decent human being. Even though I'm not happy, I don't think Carley meant to do wrong. I just wish he would have listened to me before starting the cut, or asked before cutting certain things. I'm sure there are plenty of guys who leave here happy. Maybe barber shops aren't for me, but I'm used to at least being listened to or warned before large chunks of hair are cut from my head. If you do do visit Heritage Tonsorial, my advice would be to have a chat with the barber before sitting down. read more

Great haircut! Rene (my barber/stylist) did such an incredible job. This place place the greatest music, has such amazing people (like Carley, the founder), gives incredible haircuts (honestly, maybe the best I've ever had!) and has such a great vibe. 10 out of 10, best haircut in NY. Book today, go go go! read more

Heritage Tonsorial - Great haircut, thank you Rene and Carley! - Barbers Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Carly, the proprietor, greets you with a wide grin as you walk in. Classic jazz plays from the front desk. He turns his attention--intense and frenetic as Jackson Pollock without the seeming randomness--back to the guy in the chair. You nod and sit, content to observe Carly at work. It's fun just to watch. He clearly loves what he does. And he's good at it. After 5 minutes, the guy in the chair stands, grinning, and shakes Carly's hand. It looks like a firm handshake. A tip is given. Carly beckons you over and introduces himself and pours you a Scotch. From there on, you have such a good time and get such a good haircut for an unheard of price (especially for what you get), you go home to write a 5 star review. It wasn't just the Scotch, either. $22 and the promise of excellent company and excellent attention to detail. Run, don't walk. read more

The Heritage Tonsorial is more than just a barber shop: it's an atmosphere, an elevated environment, a movement. Think recording studio meets classy sitting room meets renowned neighborhood barbershop. And owner/founder Carley Bodden is the visionary curator of it all. Having honed his own styling skills at the trendiest shops from Brooklyn to Manhattan and back again, Carley now crafts a larger picture for his patrons at the Heritage Tonsorial. From the plush barber chairs, to the classic decor, to the Tonsorial's soundtrack (artfully adjusted throughout the day to establish the right "mood"), Carley creates a space for his clients to enter thinking only of a trim and leave feeling better versions of themselves. But all of this atmospheric stuff would be moot if not for the cut itself. So what about it? Carley, like a true craftsman, receives his clients and doesn't just give them what they asked for: he gives them the ideal version. I'll show Carley a picture, he'll ask me a few clarifying questions, then 40 minutes later he'll show me the cut from the picture, on me, as if I originated it. He didn't just chop or buzz my hair so I'd look like the picture, he helped me make the cut in the picture my own. In short, Carley is a barber who synthesizes his costumers' needs and optimizes their fulfillment. I've been going to see Carley for almost two years now. Never have I received more compliments after a haircut than after letting Carley apply his art. Go to the Heritage Tonsorial; step into the movement. read more

I live in the neighborhood and was walking by one day and Kenny, one of the barbers was outside sweeping the sidewalk keeping the entrance clean and neat. He told me that they cut straight hair there, so I was like cool no need to go into Manhattan for a haircut and the prices are very reasonable. Finally decided to go and check it out. When I walked in, Carl and Kenny were beyond friendly and very gracious. Excellent customer service. The shop was very tidy and clean with some nice jazz playing. Kenny was the one who cut my hair and as he did it, I was quite impressed. It was like watching an artist at work while he cut my hair. The end result was exactly what I requested and to my liking. I will be back and am very glad that I found my barber. I have since walked by the shop, and the guys are always friendly and out going. If you need a hair cut and live in the Brooklyn area, you'd be a fool to not check these guys out! read more

Been looking for an old school spot that has a new school mentality and I've found it. Clinton Hill/Fort Greene has a bit of a shortage in terms of places I'd like to check out and I feel like I hit the jackpot. Carley is knowledgeable, nice, and personable off the bat and I'll definitely be coming back. Also the music is a huge plus! read more

Carley, the owner and sole barber of this establishment (as of now), is the reason why I had one of the best hair cut experiences of my life and will never forget. He brings a new style to the hair cut experience, and charisma that I've been looking for in a barber shop. If he has never cut your hair before like he did to me he wants to get to know you and asks you the important questions to get to know you and more specifically how you want to your hair to be styled. He is cool, laid back, and can spark a joyful conversation with anybody about anything. He is a genuine person and a master of his craft. He told me he chose to start Heritage Tonsorial in Brooklyn because he sees what the neighborhood is becoming and on the real not only wants to cut everyone's hair but also learn from the type of hair he's never cut before. The addition of this barber shop only makes this area better. Go here and get a hair cut and you will not be disappointed. read more

Look if you're looking for a real master barber, come see Carly. He's the last of a dying breed. He can cut any kind of hair including my stiff, uncontrollable, wiry, Asian hair. If your looking to get a decent haircut at a Russian factory that's just trying to churn out volume for $15 dollars you have plenty of options all over the city, but Carly is frankly a huge step above those places for just a couple more dollars- and the experience you get is one of a kind- especially at the price he charges. He greets you when you come in, always has some good music playing, and he will actually LISTEN to you when you tell him what kind of haircut you want. He might give you some feedback on what works and doesn't work with your hair. Then when you get in the chair you get some good conversation or you can just sit back and enjoy the music. Carly will take his time with your cut. If you need to be out in 15 minutes don't come here. If you have time to enjoy the experience, this is the place to be. Carly is all about the details, he will go over a fade again and again until it blends just right. He steps back, examines his work. Someone else waiting? He won't rush to get you out just to get them in. Whoever is in the chair gets his full attention. So yes the caveat is if you're waiting, you may have to be patient, but understand that when you get in that chair you get the same treatment. read more

First time in and got a quality haircut from Carley, complimented a couple times already and it's only been 2 days. Very nice guy as well, I'll be back. read more

My husband does not know how to get a haircut. He walks in, says "shorter," and lets the barber go to work. We had a great place in Chelsea, but after we moved to Crown Heights, it seemed too far, too expensive, too hard to schedule after work. So I checked yelp and sent him to Heritage. The reviews are right -- this place is absolutely wonderful. Consistently great haircuts, better than what he was paying twice as much for in Chelsea. The atmosphere is comfortable and low key, and the barbers are just cool. And when my husband decided to grow a beard, they gave him some good beard trims that prevented it from getting scraggly. They keep him looking handsome, and he still doesn't know what "layers" are. Love this place, can't recommend it highly enough. But make sure to make an appointment, because some times they get backed up with walkins. read more

Carley's the man! He really cares about the quality of his work and his clients so you probably are going to wait a little but that's not a problem since the music is really good. Love my haircut! Definitely recommend them. read more

This place was fantastic! They gave me what felt like a $60+ haircut for something like $20 (it may have been $22? He gave me a discount though so mine was even less). He plays old school jazz, which creates a wonderful ambiance, and has newspapers and drinks that he offers to people while they wait. The conversation was also great--he is intelligent and seems genuinely interested in people's lives. Beyond all of that, though, my hair looked flawless! read more

Great barber service. Mark was very prompt with timing. The atmosphere was very jazz centric which brought the experience out due to the neighborhood I was in. Overall, the barbering experience was great, could've those a little bit more time on finishing the cut that I've requested. read more

I'm still very impressed with this establishment. My plans to grow out my hair were not working out and I was looking a little raggedy from skipping my plans to get it cut 2 weeks ago. Needless to say my hair needed some taming. My hair is cut in a way that I don't even need to use styling product. The way it lays on its own is just fine. The first thing I said when Carly finished was "this is exactly what I wanted." Go to this place and get a cut. You won't regret it! read more

After getting my haircut from Carley tonight I felt like a million dollars. Haha. Carley is definitely a well versed man who believes in customer service before anything. I recommend this barbershop to many that are passing by and need a fresh cut or who are living in Bedford Stuyvesant. read more

Heritage Tonsorial - Carly on the ones and twos. Great dude! - Barbers Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Carley is an amazing barber and he never fails to give an amazing haircut. Every time I walk through he always welcomes you with a smile. He has a very calm demeanor which goes a long way. I never have to tell him much in terms of how to cut my hair because I know he knows exactly what he's doing. The best part of the whole experience is that it's not rushed. Through the casual R&B/Old School Hip Hop/Jazz music playing in the background, Carley takes his time making sure he's giving you his absolute best work. I'm impressed each and every time I leave. read more

Simply put, an experience that you need to have for yourself to believe. Carley is a true master of his craft, and has created quite the establishment. Everything from the carefully curated music to his obscenely comfortable chair, Carley wants to make sure that you relax, have a good time, a great conversation, and leave looking fantastic. He is meticulous as can be and will make sure to collaborate with you on your look, and will make sure that you feel comfortable and confident with what you are working with. Never going anywhere else. To say 5 stars is selling him short -- there's something intangible here. read more

Really enjoyed my experience here. Carley was a great professional with a vision I hope becomes a reality. As a visitor it was nice to be made to feel welcomed and I will be back next time I'm in town. I'd recommend you go see him no matter who you are, but book an appointment read more

4 years later and still 5 stars, except I now travel 90 minutes from Queens just for this place.

This place is a studio and your dome is the canvas. Not only did I leave with a work of art on my head but I also had the pleasure of watching it being carefully and expertly created one snip at a time. I mentioned that I had an upcoming wedding on Nantucket to attend and was given a haircut that couldn't have been more perfect for the occasion. I will be back. read more