BLUF: Walk-ins, cash only, great short hair cut, shaved sideburns & neck, very inexpensive (updated Yelp to match Google review from two years ago...still awesome service here) If you want fancy hipster cuts, go somewhere else. If you like overpaying for simple haircuts, go somewhere else. Spend a small amount of cash at a local run business for a high value cut rather than the appointments and upsells at chain establishments like SuperCuts or Hair Cuttery. Plainly stated, if you wish a straightforward style at a low cost and zero upsell of products, come here. This is an old-fashioned barber shop and Connie is superb at listening to what you request, ensuring she understands, and following through with excellent service. So glad I found this place. read more

Old lady cut my hair to short, she started massaging my shoulders when I didn't want that

Everyone is wonderful and flexible. Connie is the best, but everyone else is skilled and all have a great attitude! read more

Kemps River Barber Shop - A great haircut - Barbers Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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I have been going to the Kempsriver barber shop for a couple of years now.I use to see Tess for my haircut who is really a sweet lady and always did a good job cutting my hair.Because of a personal issue with my dog who is not doing well I can only go to get my haircut on Wednesdays now and Tess is off on Wednesdays so I switched to using Connie.And Connie also does a really good job cutting my hair as well.I have to say that I truly enjoy going there because I always have a lot of fun with everyone in there.Although Connie treats me like a red-headed step child, I always seem to leave with a good haircut.But I think that's because I have threatened her that if I don't get a good haircut I will get my buddy Robert to get her straight.Good job Robert keep her straight.All kidding aside I truly enjoy going there and I am always satisfied with my haircuts and all the people there are really nice and good hearted folks.See you soon. Tommy Palmer read more

I was in town for a family funeral, and was in desperate need of a hair cut. Not knowing what shop was good in town for fades, I guess you can say I took a gamble at this location. At first I was skeptical, but at the same time I didn't have enough time to be a picky customer. So I sat in that barber chair with no hesitation. The barber was a lady, which made me even more hesitant, because the only other time I had a lady cut my hair was my mom growing up, LOL. But results left me and my family grateful that we came there for last minute help. The barber was nice right off the bat and welcoming to me, which I can assume she's like that to all her customers. She had that typical barber feel, where they get to know their customers and take the time to make sure their visit won't be their last. The location is kind of tucked away, in betwen bigger business buildings surrounding this location, which might of been the reason why when I walked into this place, there wasn't anyone else waiting in line. Another factor could of been it was a Sunday. The best part about this visit was not only the hair cut result or the barber being really friendly, but you get a massage (back rub) at the end to compliment their great work and she their appreciation towards their customers. I was ready to drop $40 for my great hair cut and treatment, but overall the haircut was only $13. Seriously, the cost for what you receive. You truly get bang for your buck at this location. read more

I have been a customer of this barber shop for over 10 years. I get about 6 hair cuts a year. Compared to other places their prices are extremely affordable. I always get one of three barbers I prefer to cut my hair. Very simple military style cut. The barbers are friendly and highly capable. I would highly recommend this shop. I would also encourage those that can afford it to leave a good tip. read more

Solid place for a shave and a low fade. Will being going back and I'm not sure what the reviews are so low. I will add that there are two drawbacks to this location: parking in and out isn't great but you should be able to park close by and they don't take card (not that big of a deal to me). The haircut took me maybe 30 mins at most which is great because I've been to places which have messed my hair up and they also wasted an hour of my life. Also, for a Sunday they weren't busy at all. read more

If you like it close and tight, this is the place. Plus they give you a nice straight blade cleaning in the back. The awesomest thing I've ever experienced in a haircut...plus they give you a quick shoulder massage. Since I'm Asian and my hair is unique - straight and coarse - I typically choose to go to an Asian barber. My haircut is fairly typical Asian male, more on the corporate side rather than the military or young'en side. I like a guard (4) with my fade and a trip with scissors on the top. They do a fair job with the fades, but they don't like to use scissors for the top. Overall the haircut is a good cut, but expect it short if you don't really want it short, but look forward to that straight blade and massage. read more

It's a sad day for me.. They provided the worst haircut I received in years. I was worried when I saw the condition of the room, but went through with it based on the reviews here. They are using residential grade equipment, the seats are split open, and there's a plant in a Gatorade bottle to top it all off. Regarding my hair, the gal took her time and I was pretty happy until she hit the top. I asked her to take just a little off to even it up, and she chopped half of my hair off. There is not even enough left for me to style. She also left a nasty line in the face which she attempted to fix once. She couldn't get it so I asked her to stop politely for fear she would take it too high. I will certainly never be back. If you feel the need to tak it, I warned you. -Daniel read more

Friendly, old school style with shaving cream and straight razor if needed, mainly focus on men and boys, but do have a female stylist on Sundays. Just what I was looking for in a permanent barber. Low prices too! read more

Kemps River Barber Shop - The only entrance I found was heading southbound on Kempsville - Barbers Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

I took my 5 y.o. in on a Saturday for father-son haircuts. Good timing, as the two ladies were just finishing up customers and the gentleman (I presume owner?) had a client in the chair. This place has a decent "barbershop" appeal to it. Classic old-school type chairs, not a lot of fancy salon baloney all over the place. Just fair prices, pleasant service, and a haircut that feels good. As a guy, that's all I really want. As soon as we were seated, about six more people came in, so we timed it just right! I got a basic cut, but sideburns were done with a straight razor, which was a new experience for me. It was finished off with a brief shoulder "massage". That was a nice touch, I guess. read more

Best barbershop in the city. The experience is reminiscent of a simpler time; not mass-produced stylists but good old fashioned Barbers. Friendly? Absolutely. Inexpensive? Absolutely. Will I come back? ABSOLUTELY!!! Finishing touches include: eyebrow trim, mustache trim, straight edge razor (with warm shaving cream) around the hairline and the best part, quick neck and shoulder massage. read more

I was looking for a place to give me a real skin haircut, found it. They give you the full service with a hot towel.

Took my little guy here for a hair cut. He's had so many crap hair cuts since we moved here three years ago. Seriously, how hard is it to cut a boy's hair? Anyways, he ended up with a nice cut here. His only complaint was that the trimmers didn't have the vacuums to keep hair off of him. That drives him bonkers, but he survived and walked away looking fresh. We'll probably return. If they got the vacuum clippers, we'd definitely be back every time he needs his mop chopped. read more

I've been coming here for years and never had a bad cut. If you normally get your hair cut on base, try a real barbershop instead and you'll never go back. read more

I went heat with my son a while back, they kept calling him a girl and then when they cut his hair they totally jacked it up to the point where my 5 year old was pissed and they thought it was funny. Definitely will never go back. read more

Personally I was not happy. It's not the barber shop I'm looking for. With that being said. My friend loved it and I also got a good haircut. The people here are of Asian decent and there was a slight language barrier but again I was not unhappy with the cut. Just not what I was looking for read more

Best barbershop in VA Beach. I've been a customer for over 20 years and they never disappoint. Just a good haircut with a straight razor shave priced right. This is an old fashioned barbershop with old fashioned quality. read more

They don't use scissors. Well, used the scissors but only 22 snips. Cut my hair way too short. Guy who cut my hair must still be a student. Probably will not go back. read more

I got my haircut today and love this place! Tana cut my hair and was very polite and gave me one of the best hair cuts I've had. VERY reasonable in price, you feel like family walking in. Give it a try, you'll be happy you did! read more

Ok it's me again so apparently when you come here you will get mixed results. I asked for the same cut as last time fade point the sides trim the top etc... The guy had no idea how to do a fade and brought it up to dam near the top of my head almost gave me a Mohawk, then he only trimmed one side burn, and never evened out the front. So basically come here at your own risk as for me ill be looking for another barbershop. read more