Patsy's, and the Heart of a City The heart of a city doesn't…read morebeat in time to the rhythm of landmarks whose silhouettes are stamped on postcards. Its pulse doesn't shake the shopping centers or the offices or the multitudes they carry. It honors no arrhythmia before the Capitol or the architecture that has grown around it. Because it's often the case that the biggest machine lives and dies not by its most imposing part, but by the smallest pin in its center. It's easy to miss Patsy's Barber Shop if you're weaving through the traffic of State and Pearl. You have to know to take the right onto Howard Street and go slowly enough not to miss the white neon tubing that brightens the shop and casts just enough of its glow onto the sidewalk to let you see the barbers ply their trade. Patsy's opened in 1930 at the cusp of the Great Depression, when a proper haircut was a man's resume and the newspaper on the empty seat was the employment office. It was a family business, like many that had dotted the downtown and further south to the neighborhoods that would eventually be sacrificed to Nelson Rockefeller's sense of grandeur. William "Tragedy" Yager now presides over the memories absorbed into the mirrors and the padded chairs. Since 2006, he's followed in the footsteps of his great grandfather, a man who likely opened up shop as he always did on the day Japanese planes set off for infamy. And anyone who's had a seat in one of his chairs and a hot towel on their face knows that Tragedy didn't just inherit a trade; he inherited a love and a duty to everyone that crosses the threshold. A large man with a long, thick beard and a tapestry of tattoos lining both temples, he wouldn't strike you as a man you would want to meet in a dark alley. But again, the seat, the hot towel, two minutes in conversation, and you'll realize that he's exactly the man you would want to meet in a dark alley if your car broke down, if you were cold, hungry and scared, if everybody passed you by. Because there are certain things you can expect from those possessed of the instinct of leadership. But what you may not expect is that sometimes, the places where matters are truly decided accept walk-ins. Patsy's Barber Shop has two locations, 3 Howard Street in downtown Albany and Room 126 on the Concourse Level. Call for an appointment and check for hours. And be sure to patronize the many barbers Tragedy has trained personally.

I'm an out of towner! I've been in town for a few weeks and it can be tough with the trust and…read moreeverything built around that for picking which shop to go to for my next cut. The service, quality, vibe, and aesthetic were an exact match from all other reviews and pictures you see online. Of course the service matters the most right? I was able to snag 2 different barbers in my time out here and have had nothing but phenomenal work at Patsys! I'm telling everyone local and anyone heading up here that THIS IS THE PLACE for a cut.

Junk. Three different "barbers" managed to jack my head up at this place. Normally I wouldn't keep…read moregoing back but I live right around the corner. The third and final time the kid cutting my hair couldn't blend/fade different lengths, and for some reason right at the end of the extremely rushed 10 minute haircut he removed my sideburns from my head. I've been given no choice but to keep driving to Schenectady for a good haircut.

Great place for a cut if you walk in and get lucky it's not full. Atmosphere is casual guys that…read morehave a blue collar type style. Great interior..magazine, TVs, cigar small, large soft leather couches...like Ron burgundy would love. Prices are great about $20 for a cut, only $10 more for shave with cut. I wish they had time (?) to give me the shave...not sure why but anyways. Cut seemed pretty good (I wish they did more effort cleaning up so I didn't have a head full of hair clippings) but the service was quick and they seemed on point. Come for the manly atmosphere and a solid cut.

Absolutely the worst haircut of my life. The employees seemed nice but had no idea how to cut hair…read more They had to go grab my haircutter "edgar" from the next-door vape shop and he proceed to generationally fuck me up. I showed him a picture of what i wanted, specifically asking if it was possible with my current hair length and type. He said yes and then just gave me a bowl cut which only lasted about two minutes. After that he backpedaled and called another employee to help explain that i dont have the right length or hair type for the desired style in the photo... even though I specifically asked before he started cutting??? I now look like a three year old and my week is ruined. First time i trust a barber and this is what i get. No hate to the employees who seemed nice enough, I just seriously believe they did not know what they were doing. If you want something that requires an ounce of skill from your barber- go somewhere else.

Just moved to area from TX and been needing to find a good barbershop with skilled staff and good…read moreenergy. Johnny and his team up at Flippers ticked off all my boxes and more. As a cosmetologist myself, I'm very particular about who I let do my hair and picky on issues like shop organization and cleanliness. Flipper's has good style, great cuts, even better prices, and good and non-forced conversation with Johnny and rest of staff. Loved the little fur baby shop dog the most too! I asked for a highly textured faux hawk/mullet style (Mullhawk) with a sunburst style skin fade and Johnny exceeded expectations and really gave extra care into learning what I was after in my style before he even started. It feels genuine and human in this shop with its staff's good vibes. 12 out of 10 stars, just go make an appointment if you haven't already.

Joe is a great young guy. He pays close attention to detail and is very thorough. A female friend…read morewho can be picky complimented on my haircut, so two thumbs up! He works in the "Genesis Lounge" shop. The couches in there are comfy.

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Great service - super friendly barbers & they were awesome with my sons! My little 8 year old said…read moreit was his favorite haircut yet! Upbeat music & chill atmosphere!

i ask for a blowout taper and it is indeed not a blowout taper and i do not like it at allread more

AMAZING BARBERS! AMAZING ATMOSPHERE AND AMAZING HAIRCUTS! Marlon and his team are all extremely…read moreprofessional from the moment you walk into the shop and welcome you with opened arms weather you're a new customer or have been a client for years. They will leave you feeling like a million bucks!

I've been getting my hair cut by Ish since the early 1990s. Ish does a great job everytime and…read moreknows how I like my cuts. I've changed my hairstyles over the years and Ish has given me great flat tops, crew cuts, and regular men's cuts. The service is friendly and personable. Ish always asks me how my family is doing. I STILL make the long drive crossing over 2 state lines just so Ish can cut my hair. NOTE: If there is a wait, I will wait for Ish to be done with another customer instead of having a female hairdresser cut my hair. This is a personal decision to make sure the haircut is done right, as with other regulars will also wait for Ish.

Asked for 1 inch off, he suggested 2 inches, he took of 3.5 inches. Place had a good atmosphere…read morethough.

This place is a great place to get your hair cut. It's a nice clean shop, everyone is very friendly…read moreand helpful. If you want to do something different than you usually do, these guys have good suggestions and know what they are doing. They have experience with different hair types, and styles. Highly recommend this place!

Spent roughly 20 years looking for the perfect barber shop. One where you not only got a great cut…read moreat a great price, but just as importantly a place where everyone enjoyed themselves and joked around in an almost "movie" like setting. Headliners fits the bill when it comes to fun and friendly atmospheres, but most importantly the barbers who work there treat you like your a regular even when it's your first time in that chair. Since my first cut their roughly 2 years ago I have never so much as thought to go any where else. I genuinely enjoy my monthly cut and look forward to going in the shop. In fact if it were up to me and if my hair grew fast enough you'd see me in "Headliners" every week. I highly suggest seeing Jose Martinez for a guaranteed great overall experience. With that being said each and every barber at this shop is solid and more then worth the price of admission!

This is a well run shop. Very clean and professional. Connor gave me a great haircut. I would…read moredefinitely return and would highly recommend this shop.

Convenient, professional, and efficient. They work fast without cutting corners. The attention to…read moredetail was there, and they made sure I was satisfied before I left. Solid work on both hair and beard, and the price was more than fair. This is a reliable shop. They were very laid back. I'll definitely be coming back. One more thing I don't have to worry about anymore!

Good cut, quickly done, and a friendly shop. My husband loves going here. And now I have to add…read moresome more characters for Yelp to accept my review. But what can I say besides they did a great job quickly?