Always use this place for special occasions. THIS SHOP PLAYED Christian music the whole time at a very relaxing volume and made it so much better and calming getting a cut. Inside is verry clean and well mantained. If you want to relax and laugh while getting a hair cut i recommend this place!! read more

Excellent cuts. A bit of a weird set up, some people only do appointments two people only do walk-ins. Be prepared to wait.

This is the best barber in town. I wouldn't go anywhere else. This place is appointment only, only issue is you'll sometimes be waiting for 15 mins past your appointment time, so accommodate that if you are coming on a lunch break or a short time frame. Weekends are also almost impossible to get an appointment. Plan ahead! read more

Very clean barbershop and professional staff. I liked the environment and the barber that cut my hair met all my expectations Thank you Mike. read more

J's 503 is awesome. They take their time to make sure you get exactly what you want. Special shout out to Jorge, he'll get you right every time. Can't recommend it enough. read more

This is the best barber shop in Gainesville and there is no doubt about it. All the barbers are professional and talented. The prices are the same standard prices you would get charged at any decent barbershop. I would definitely recommend setting up and appointment. The barbershop takes walk-ins but almost all of the barbers have their days booked up with appointments so if you try to walk-in you are going to wait a very long time. The plus side is that the barbers are very good at being on time for their appointments so if you do make an appointment your basically sat in a chair as soon as you get there. This is hands down the best and most consistent experience I have ever had with barbershops in town. Manny and Billy are the best! read more

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Great haircut by David. I was waiting for my car to be serviced and took a chance as a walk-in.

My son has a lot of hair and has had trouble finding somebody that knew what they were doing. The haircut was excellent and they took the time to look at some pictures with my son and ask him questions to know when he washes his hair and what his process is like. Very professional. My son was so happy and felt so good on his first day of school. read more

Be aware! If you miss an appointment, even if it is your first time you will be charged the full price of your service you booked. I had a work emergency that prevented me from making my appointment. I have been going to this barber Billy Hernandez for over 2 years and never missed or canceled an appointment. I could understand a service charge but to be charge $30 is unacceptable. I would also understand if I had missed an appointment in the past but that is not the case. However, it is okay if they are running late and keep you waiting in the lobby. read more

Today was the first time I had Manny of J's 503 Barbershop give me a shave and a haircut. He's quick but precise, and wasn't satisfied until I was. The hot towel shave was a treat that I don't give myself often enough. The price for the shave and haircut was the same that I paid 10 years ago for just a shave In Miami. Even though it's a very easy cut I'm very particular on who cuts my hair and have been looking for a great barber since my last one retired at the start of Covid. As young as Manny looks I should be set for a long time. read more

Walk-ins can wait well over two hours waiting for a haircut. The haircuts are sometimes really good or terrible, depending on barber. Prices are on the expensive side and $10 more if you try to make an appointment over the app. Do not recommend until they have their walk in situation figured out. Way too long of a wait every time read more

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Waldemar is the man! Always gives a great haircut. Book early because he fills up fast.

We are originally from Miami and due to the pandemic, I wasn't able to take my son for a haircut. We were visiting family here in Gainesville and was searching for a barbershop to take my son for a haircut, I came across this barbershop and didn't disappoint. We signed in the front and waited in the car to be called once it was our turn. Once we were called, the gentleman that cut my sons hair did an awesome job. Definitely recommend 100%. read more

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One of the better Barber shops I have been able to find in the area especially for price. Abysmal wait though. Like sometimes there's literally 50 ppl waiting here. And it's 3-4 hours for you to get in and out. Also quality depends on who you get a lot. I think Valdo is good. Good luck. read more

Great haircut and great convo! Def worth going and price is super fair. They have a good COVID system that makes you feel very safe.

My son had an away from home haircut here last week. Did a great job! Very satisfied. read more

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Quick, but spot on cut. First hair cut Post quarantine so my hair was like a caveman when I walked in. Then I walked out looking ten years younger and less homeless. This is the goto place for my kids already I think I will make mine also. They had over 8 barbers, took temperature outside and everyone was wearing mask and gloves. Sometimes the wait can be long once thing back to normal, but now not so much. read more

They present extremely professional haircuts to your head and you will be shocked. I will continue to spread the word about this gem and wonderful place. read more

J's 503 is where it's at! I always use Carlos.... nice guy and is very precise. I will say everyone in the shop is on top of their game. The Good: Carlos gives a great hair cut and shave. He doesn't give you the cut he wants like a lot of places. He listens and is on it. I have never left not liking my hair. The Bad: the only bad part of J's is the wait. They are so precise that it can take a long time. I have gone in and waited 3 hours for my turn. There is no ugly here, just nice guys who are really talented. J's 503 as I said is a cool place. It has a Spanish flair and they leave you looking good. Carlos, will hook you up and leave you ready to head out into the again. That's read more

My barber did not understand what I was asking for. He shouldn't have said he could do a cut outside of his ability. I asked for an classic undercut with a fade on the left and a fade on the back. I asked for 2" or less off the top. I end up with practically a too long crew cut because he had to keep chopping to fix his cut. I miss my Barber in LA. At one point another barber had to step in and fix what he could. Then he straight razors my neck without any hot lather or prep so my neck is shredded, I had to ask a colleague to check if I was bleeding on the back of my neck because it feels so raw and I don't want to bleed on my collar. Fortunately it's just red, but the hell with ever going back here. I feel like a jackass for tipping well but I just wanted out of there and I always tip. If you want a crew cut I'm sure they can do it but anything else keep on moving on read more

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Carlos gave me a haircut that has been getting compliments for a week. The price for a beard and hair cut was like 22 bucks which I find cheap. Do expect to wait, but I can't hold that against the barber. I showed up ten minutes before opening and I was 12th in line. read more

Carlos was very polite, professional and took his time to ensure the haircut is exactly the way I want it. I got a high fade with a hard part and it turned out great! I recommend this guy! read more

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I usually really like this place but ever since they added on appointments it has become a complete mess. You can't say walk ins are welcome if you make the walk ins wait 2 1/2 hours for a hair cut. Most of the people end up just walking away because nobody is able to wait that long. If you are only going to prioritize appointments then it needs to be appointment only otherwise that defeats the purpose of a walk in. I'm not expected to be seen right away as a walk in but waiting over two hours is just ridiculous. read more

Excellent shop. The barbers are nice and professional. They have a lot of chairs so I never have to wait long. Most of the barbers are bilingual too. I highly recommend! read more

This place is amazing! Due to the job I have, I'm required to have a fresh haircut every week. I have been getting a fade every week for the last 13 years, and this was by far the best! Brian was an artist. They also use straight razors; a technique that isn't seen too often. The only downside about J's Barbershop is the wait. I waited a little over an hour before I was called back. Overall, awesome experience. I will absolutely be back! read more

I have been looking for a reliable barber in Gainesville for my entire life, and I think it's safe to say I have finally found that. The guy took his time making sure it was perfect, and it was not as expensive as other places. No complaints. read more

First time to this shop. Haircut and beard trim for $20. Waited about 15 minutes. The barber did an excellent job for a fair price; definitely recommended. There are no appointments and they accept debit/credit cards. read more

It is not worth the wait. Don't bother telling your barber how you like your hair because they will do it the only way they know how.

I had a little bit of a wait but it's totally worth it! They take their time and pay attention to the detail which for me is important due to a Bad scar I have on my head due to a brain tumor I had removed but (Israel) took care if that. This will be my new barbershop from now on and I recommend you at least come and give them a try and you will not be disappointed! Truly one of the best cuts I've had in a long time! read more

I've been coming to this barbershop for 2 years now and never had a bad experience, until my past trip. I will say this, they have some of the best barbers in Gainesville but if you get a new barber there (not an original guy) then they will mess up your haircut. read more

If you take pride in your appearance this is the place the go. These guys are not barbers, they are artists. They do a great job and make you look phresh. I will never go to any other place for a haircut or shave. These guys are where it's at!!! read more

Perfect barbershop for my son! The shop is kid friendly and they are professional barbers! I would not take my son to get a haircut anywhere else...we found THE barbershop! So far, my son has had his haircut by Valdo and Ivan. Today, we had Ivan and he also did an AMAZING job! Thanks! read more

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Everyone there treats you like family , great haircuts , nice place , great owner ! I've never had anything to Collin about this barbershop just wish that I would of found out about this shop when I moved to Gainesville fl read more

I stumbled upon J'S 503 Barbershop and let me tell you that if you live anywhere near this place then you must get your hair cut there. I'm from Cleveland Ohio visiting and I have never received a cut like this before. Everyone was welcoming from the time I entered the door to when I left. I'm a 42 year old male and have lived all over the country and I'm very picky about my hair and you have a gem in your own backyard. I told my barber (Valdo) how I wanted my hair cut in 20 seconds and he gave me the best haircut I've ever had. Well done guys!!! read more