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Joe's Throwback Barber Shop

4.8 (26 reviews)
InexpensiveBarbers
Open 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Updated 3 months ago

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Haircut and shave

Shave only

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Evelyn S.

This place is so cool! Very clean and friendly staff. Quick service and the barber did exactly what was asked. My son loved it!

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JR is a perfectionist with an extreme attention to detail. One of the best haircuts I've ever received. Highly recommended!

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Joe E.

Hi sue great picture! Thank you very much!

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Joe E.

Thank you very much Joseph. We appreciate you also!

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10 years ago

Probably one of the best barbers I have been to, very nice, very friendly and the haircut is perfect every time!

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8 years ago

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Thank you Dan! We appreciate you!

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Thank you Bob!!

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Thank you Ryan!

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Thank you Dylan the compliment is much appreciated!

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In the past, these on the fly cuts have always left me lamenting my life choices, but Sue was able to accommodated me, and actually did a good job to boot.

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