Visited Nick at this barbershop when my regular barber moved. My barber moved back so I went back to him. Nick became extremely unprofessional by messaging me trash talking myself and my barber. I would not recommend this shop at all. I have heard from other of his former clients say Nick asked him to leave horrible reviews for other barbers. Just bad business. read more

Lloyd is consistently excellent. I made the mistake of getting a trim elsewhere when Lloyd was out of town and the barber at the other place made a mess of it. Lloyd was able to fix it and keep me looking professional. read more

New to the neighborhood. I read the reviews on Lloyd , so I walked on over to introduce myself. I was greeted with rudeness, and a quick , "Do you have an appointment?" I said no, and that I was new to the neighborhood. Lloyd made an appointment for the following day, but I was curios, why a barber sitting on his chair with no one else in the shop would turn me away. I walked across the street to the convenience store, and walked by Loyd's shop 20 minutes later, and he was still the only one in the shop. Hopefully someone was running late for his appt only policy. Nevertheless, I gave him the benefit of the doubt, and returned the next day for my "Coveted appt time"...and yes, I was the only customer in the shop...LOL. I asked for a pretty basic trim, and I got a haircut reminiscent of a 20 yr old "Hipster haircut" If I were 20 yrs old and growing my first Goatee, then great...Unfortunately I work in the financial world, and a certain look is expected. I thought I made what I wanted very clear, and I got just the opposite. I was treated rudely, and had to walk across the street to the ATM to get cash afterwards, because this business doesn't take Credit Cards!!!!! To be honest, I don't even know how this guy is in business at all!!!! He should take any form of payment he can get, because it sure doesn't look like anyone is lining up to get their antiquated hipster haircuts by this guy. If I could give zero stars I would, and I will never be back...... FYI......Terrible attitude!!!!!! read more

I first went to Nic for my beard trim a few months ahead of my wedding. I wanted someone to trust and if you'd ever seen me do an art project, you'd know I don't exactly have steady hands. My wife approved and I kept seeing Nic through two barber shops and several years. The pandemic might have changed my frequency, but Nic is a down to earth, friendly, and familiar kind of guy that will joke with you before you sit in his chair. Kempt has a phenomenal vibe to it, too. Old school, fun, and chill. read more

I've known Lloyd for several years. I always liked his haircuts, personality and the experience overall. With no hesitation I followed him when he opened his own stylish Kempt barber shop. Come check it out yourself! Oh, and it's super clean - trust me I'm a doctor)) read more

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Got no time for a guy who is eating a sandwich in his barber chair and can barely be bothered to let you know he doesn't accept walk-ins, I live in the neighborhood and won't be going here.....ever. Kind of a rude guy, that was my impression, only get one chance to make a good one. read more

Lloyd is an excellent barber; he does a great job with cuts and with beard care. The shop is a great space, easy to get to, and his rates are top value. read more

Followed my barber Derek to this shop from the Belmont. Really awesome space. There's a Triumph motorcycle sitting inside as you walk in, which the owner apparently rides to work each day. Good vibes. Good decor. Overall, this will be my spot for a long while. read more

Great place to get an excellent beard trim. Never had an issue here, very relaxed environment, and a great asset to the neighborhood.

Quality haircuts! Nice Environment! Friendly Barbers! Old school feel! Nice location! read more

Lloyd is simply the man - I've been going to him for men's cuts since 2012 or so and his level of professionalism is untouched. No BS with a classic approach, you'll walk away looking better than when you came in. Guaranteed. read more

Found my barber! Ever since I moved to the area 4 years, I have not been able to find a barber that I liked. Until I walked into Kempt's! Lloyd is an experienced barber who's great at dishing out a classic cut. His space is cool, clean and full of good music. In addition to that, he's super affordable. Needless to say, I'll be going to Lloyds as long as he's cutting hair. read more

Been seeing Lloyd for years now and can't beat the service; especially for the price. Super reasonable price for a terrific hot shave! Location is more convenient to me now that he's in Old Irving with easy street parking every time I've seen him. Go, you will not be disappointed. read more

Moved to the area a little over a year ago and tried a few other spots before I came across this place. Great cut, great price, great guy. That pretty much sums it up. Not sure what else one needs to know. If your hair needs a trimming give Lloyd a try. read more

You know that moment you get out of the barber chair and just know that you're going to be back again, and again, and again? Yep! That's how I felt after I got a cut here. Lloyd brings back the classic feel of what makes barber shops so special. You won't be disappointed here! read more

Hands down, the best barber I have ever let cut my hair. Extremely professional, and I have followed him since he owned a shop in Lincoln Pk. I come here for the "Old School" barber experience and the ambience he creates within his shop. This is a real barber shop!!! You wont be disappointed !! read more

New shop - old school barber lands on Irving close to 90/94....will recommend to any looking for a relaxing and professional haircut at a fair price (the proprietor is good with a straight blade too if you desire a shave). Shop still so new however I think they need just a bit more "stuff" (i.e. a fridge with some beverages would be nice). read more

Lots of barbers in Chicago. I've tried quite a few. But settled on Lloyd. This is a classic shop. Genuine too. No kitschy crap. Instead you get a music circle in the corner for downtime (four vintage chairs on an old rug with stringed instruments laying around) and a classic Triumph motorcycle to the side of all that (not cuz it's a friggin' hipster prop...but cuz Lloyd rides it there every day). But oh yeah - Yer there for the cut. If you've been to enough barbers you eventually develop a sense that tells you almost immediately whether or not that person knows what they're doing...and Lloyd knows what he's doing. If you give the guy an accurate representation of what you want...that's what you'll get. And you'll get it consistently. Along with a goodly dose of cynicism. Can't give much higher praise to a barber. Yes the place is a bit out of the way. But go anyhow. Kempt is worth the trip. You won't go anywhere else after that. Appointments highly recommended. read more

Lloyd is simply the best barber. He consistently gives me a great haircut. He's well trained, certified, and experienced. He's opening this shop now but has been cutting my hair in Lincoln park for about fifteen years. At $21 for a haircut, it's a bargain compared to a worse cut at an expensive salon or a disastrous cut at a cheaper place. read more

Haven't seen Lloyd in a very long time. Glad to see he opened a new place. He still gives an exceptional haircut just like he did 17 years ago when I first went to him. Plus his prices are very responsible. So if you need a great haircut by one of Chicago's best barbers go see Lloyd at Kempt Barber Shop. read more

Kempt brings a level of Kool back to old Irving Park that has been missing for some time. Lloyd the head Barber not only delivers a kick ass hair cut. But if your like me and like to wear your face long he can clean that up also. Most barber shops today are either Blast from the Past still decorated in a ancient 1960 / 70 Style Or they're all true cool with lots of tattoo memorabilia on the walls. Kempt is in a class all by itself from the moment you walk in. you are greeted by the head Barber himself whether he's working on somebody or maybe just sharpening up his instruments he always stops to say hi and what's up. The background Rumble is always Chicago's Blues or some sort deeps cuts that only a musician would be playing. If you notice the instruments hanging on the wall don't forget to check out his Instagram feed for him playing the bass guitar. During the warmer months it's not uncommon to see him riding down the street on his Triumph Scrambler heading to and fro. Like I said kempt Barber Shop brings a level of cool back to old Irving Park has been missing for a long time. read more

Been going to Lloyd for over a decade, great haircut that is consistently flawless. He is flexible with his times and parking is super easy

The reviews do not lie...Lloyd is the best. Been going to him for a long time and happy he has his own place now.

I've been a regular of Lloyds since 2003 when he was on Clark in LP. Old school barber. Great cut and/or shave. The new shop looks great. I highly recommend stopping in. read more

I've been having Lloyd cut my hair for 3+ years, starting in Lincoln Park and now up off of the Irving Park blue line stop. I recently moved to the South Loop and will gladly jump on blue line for a 20-25 minute commute to have him cut my hair. For $21 you get a very solid haircut in a real traditional barber shop environment. The location is very easy to get to, I have never had a bad haircut, and for the price you won't find a better spot within the city. I'll be going here for as long as I'm in Chicago. read more