Rude people. Went in after work because I needed a cut. At first I'm ignored, even though they saw me walk in. When the unoccupied barber finally acknowledges me, I barely get to say hello before he turns his back on me and walks away. Starting to feel not so great about this place. He turns around since I haven't walked away yet. I ask him how much for a skin fade. He thinks, then says $18. The occupied barber then also replies, yea $18. I know I only have $15 on me. I say thank you and start to walk out. It's all good, I'll get a cut tomorrow. The occupied barber stops me to let me know that if I want it cheaper I can have it for $6 across the street, at the barber school. I can't tell you if they give the world's best cut or the world's worst cut. I can tell you that to call them rude is just about the nicest thing I can say about them. Go anywhere else. read more

This really is a great place to get a "Guy" haircut. Sports on multiple TVs and in the far corner is a nail technician available for a manicure. After you get a haircut, the barber takes a warm towel and puts it over your head. Next, the barber takes the vibrating hand massager and gives you a back massage. Nice.. PS - They have a punch card for a free haircut! read more

Great haircut. Great shave. Great setup. Comfortable chair. Good location. One problem which compelled me to write this. They didn't listen to me about how I wanted my beard, and then on top of that they cut my lips while trimming my beard resulting in a very painful 3 to 4 days plus possible scarring. Stick to them for basic haircuts and basic shaves. Nothing more. read more

I just got my haircut from Liberty a few minutes ago. I have had positive experiences there in the past, especially from the lady barbers, however this morning I had a very negative experience. The Barber seemed sloppy and his skills were novice. I could tell he was only half listening to what I asked for. He offered to fix the parts that seemed uneven, except there isn't much to be done when too much is chopped off haphazardly. Now I have the type of haircut that requires a lot of time and styling product to make look normal -- otherwise it sticks up unevenly and looks pretty stupid. I can not recall the Barbers name, but I do remember on his certificate it said "Apprentice" and that the certificate would be void if he worked unsupervised. Well, I can attest that he is working completely unsupervised, and I would report him if I could remember his name -- they should revoke his license until he has more experience (and attention to detail). I hope the management reads this and decides to train and supervise this person. Again, they have experienced barbers, but if you are new or in a hurry, it's the luck of the draw. I think it says something about the establishment to not have consistent standards for their employees. I'm extremely disappointed. read more

Woman couldn't speak English well enough to understand my request, so I had to speak through an interpreter (aka the cashier) in order to explain what I wanted. Perhaps I should have just left then, as we couldn't communicate well enough, but I decided to give her the benefit of the doubt. Bad choice. Beard-trim was lazy and she didn't know what she was doing. Yes, you have to get the mustache, too. She also only massaged my right shoulder...(?) Perhaps if I spoke Russian I'd get a decent cut, but that's not the case. Not going back. read more

Had some time to kill sandwiched between a red eye into JFK and a train upstate out of Penn Station. I have been trying to find a new barber in LA for a while now, so I was well past due for a haircut. Saw the solid reviews on Yelp and figured I'd check them out. Arthur took me right away and immediately set about reminding me why I miss old school, East Coast barber shops. Wash & shampoo with a scalp massage, cut, hot lather neck shave, hot towel, and shoulder rub....all for $17!!! He made sure he knew exactly what I wanted before he started cutting. This was exactly what I needed after 9 hours on various trains, buses, and an overnight plane ride. I think I'm going to start putting off my haircuts if I know I'll be flying back east. Really wish we had more places like this in Los Angeles. read more

Kick-ass, no bull shit, real man's haircut. Straight edge, warm lather neck shave, hot towel and shoulder massage. All for $15 + tip. Isaac did a great job on my hair. If I lived in NYC, I'd come here twice a month. read more

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I just came from this place, after my first cut. Here's a snippet of chat with the friend who recommended it to me. I'm considering reducing it to Haiku but for now here it is in its original format: [18:25] Jesse P: best haircut. ever [18:25] Jesse P: fucking massage? [18:25] Jesse P: hell yeah [18:25] Jesse P: playboy? [18:25] Jesse P: fo sho [18:25] Jesse P: a manly experience read more

I needed a quick cut during lunch and went to this place. For $15 (plus $3 tip), I got an awesome cut, friendly service, immediate seating, a neck shave, neck massage, and a hot towel. It was just what I needed. Relaxing, yet quick. There are probably cheaper places around this area, but few that give you this kind of service for the price. Definitely worth a lunch time stop, if you're in need of a trim. read more

Fantastic and friendly service for a super reasonable price. Wash, Condition, Cut, Shave (w/ straight razor), Hot Face Towel and various products to make sure my skin felt like it hadn't been attacked with a sharp piece of metal(I'm not 100% sure what they were...). All for the grand total of 38 bucks pre-tip. Even more impressive -- I was kind of rushing them to get to an appointment, and when I arrived there I realized the neck-line on my beard was running a little lower than I'd have ideally liked. I went back and asked if they'd re-line it a little higher about an hour later. They sat me immediately, re-lined it with clippers, shaved it with the straight razor again and absolutely refused to take my additional tip for being such a pain in the ass. Real professionals. I'll be back. read more

I tried this place out a few months ago, and typically get a shaved head with a manual razor blade. The normal, older barber I see is really good. We're talking about 4 star territory here. His razor skills are amazing. But I only knew that his skills were amazing until today, when I decided to use another barber (since my regular barber was on vacation). Imagine someone has a razor blade shaving your scalp, and is pressing the blade so fiercely and at such a bad angle that the blade cuts through your skin. It hurts. Now imagine this happens several times while you are trying to remain calm and composed in your seat. After reacting each time he cut me, the guy didn't even change his approach. He was also clumsy, and came close to shaving off my eyebrows. I must admit, I made a mistake by staying in the seat after the first laceration to my scalp. That said, I have been to other barbers where it's just one nick, and they adjust their approach. In any event, I am paying for my reluctance to simply walk out of the place or to switch to another barber in the same establishment. At the end of this ordeal, I ended up paying my fare, having the cashier say "sorry about that," and telling my barber "you get no tip." The barber just stood there, listless, as if nothing had happened. You know it's a bad shave when you have onlookers (the cashier) apologizing and the barber saying nada. That said, I am totally fine not to have engaged in any argument about how bad of a job this barber did, how the place shouldn't hire barbers like this, or how I shouldn't pay for my shave. Instead, I will vote with my wallet. Never going back here ever, even though I like my regular barber. I average a $5 tip and $20 haircut twice a week, so that's only about $2,600 / year this establishment will lose by allowing such an incompetent, untrained barber to be working there. Overall, I give a rating of (a) 4 for the good barber, (b) 0 for the crappy barber, and (c) 2 for the establishment for hiring crappy barbers. A total of 6 points, averaged over three criteria equals an overall score of 2. read more

Solid spot! Got a great haircut, I think it was the guy in the second chair. I'll definitely be going back! read more

I rarely "poo poo" a business, for the very idea that someone or some place doesn't have a redeeming quality is foreign to me. That being said, I have gotten better haircuts at super cuts and other mall-chain locations than what I received here. Again, this might be specific to the barber that cut my hair (older Russian woman). I told her what I wanted then she proceeded to do whatever the hell she wanted. Crap. Worst haircut ever. Thinking of wearing a turban or not going out for a few weeks. Very disappointed and would not recommend this woman unless you want to play a practical joke on someone or can exert Putin-like fear into her, so that she doesn't screw up your head. read more

$19 bucks (before tips) for a men's haircut, hot towel and two minute massage in Midtown isn't so bad. GO FOR IT. read more

Liberty Barber Shop - $19 bucks for haircut, hot towel and 2 min massage!!! Do it!! - Barbers Near Me - New York, New York

$39 dollars to clean the back of my neck and shape up my beard! 15 mins in chair. Never again. Half a dozen shops within a few blocks away.

Yeah, not so much. I arrived at this barber shop expecting to return to Yelp to give the coveted 5 star review, but that expectation was dashed as the first tufts of my hair dropped from the clippers. I've always had my hair tapered, which is pretty obvious to anyone that has cut said locks, but this 'barber' took no cues from my head even though I said I wanted the same cut, just shorter. I mentioned that I usually have a '3' on the side and a scissor cut on top and, lo' and behold, her first stroke was a number 3 clipper upof the ENTIRE side...ear to crown. Let's just say I left with a 'bad step' in my hair and look like I'm fresh out of the military (even if it's more of an officer than an enlisted cut). Gotta say I like the hot towel on head bit and the vibro shoulder/neck massage, but these things are cutesy window-dressing when you visit for a haircut. Also liked the straight razor edge clean-up, though I had to go over both ears with a razor at home as random hairs were left on both sides. I was also COVERED in stray hairs that should have not made their way past the draping cloth. I'm used to having to brush off hair following a haircut as, inevitably, there are spares still clinging to the scalp waiting for their chance to 'shirt-bomb', but I haven't previously had so many hairs still clinging to my ears, face, and shirt. All in all a lousy haircut and a rating that defines it. I may try this place again, even if I'll avoid (like a curse) the woman who just butchered my hair. Then again, I may not. Whatever the case, I won't need a cut for some time as I'll be waiting for my hair to regain some semblance of civilian life. read more

Echoing what most here are saying. An excellent no-nonense haircut at a very good price. I was in the chair w/in a minute of walking in the door. The conversation was pleasant. The straight razor touch up and quick back massage were very nice touches. A block away from my office, I will be back. read more

If you want a regular cut with no style. This is the place for you. Non of the barbers know how to do. Proper fade. I don't know how this place has 4 stars, when the barber can't do a simple fade. Went back today to give hem a second chance and try another barber. Then I saw the work they were doing and it was terrible. How are you a barber and you don't know how to blend properly. read more

I needed a haircut and I remember seeing this barber shop next to the gym I go to. It opened a month ago. I stopped by during the work day to get my haircut since I won't have time to go during the weekend. The barber, whose name is Isaac, did a great job cutting my hair. I was surprised he provided a little back message and gave a face towel. On your 10th visit, you get a free haircut with a face towel. The shop is convenient since it opens at 7am to 7pm Monday-Friday. The time gives us working professionals to get our haircut done before or after work. The cost for male haircut is $14. The shop is unisex and there is a staff that does women's haircut by appointment. I'll go back sometime to get another haircut! read more

so i went back for my followup today and got another great cut!! ROCK N' ROLL!!! my new barbershop! read more

I picked the place for proximity and Yelp reviews, it turned out t be a great choice. The shop is classic in style, I had a wash and cut, the staff were friendly the room nice. As I watched the giant TV the barber clipped and snipped away, trimming hairs from all sorts of odd spots and he finished with a hot towel and a electronic back massage all as pert of the cut for $18 incl tax. Thoroughly recommended. read more

Overpriced, unprofessional service. Twice I told the barber not to use clipper on my beard, which is a no brainer, yet he ignored me. They barely say Good day when you enter or acknowledge customers. read more

Amazing hair cut... the guys are funny and kept me smiling the whole time. The neck shave, hot towel, and shoulder massage were an added bonus to the cheap price ($15) ! read more

Moved to New York a little over a year ago. One day a cute street promoter handed me the Liberty Barber Shop card. Figured I'd give them a try. The boss gave me one of the quickest, best, most professional cuts I've ever had. Been going back ever since every two weeks without fail. No matter who's there to take care of you they got your back. Just be vocal and know what you want, and they make it happen. Lately Mark has been taking care of me, ask for him. Highly recommended. read more

People keep reviewing this place on the "barbershop experience", but my review is based on the haircut. Customer service was great, no wait, hot towel was awesome, massage was relaxing, haircut was pretty good. (Note: This is a revision from my original posting.) At first, everything seem off, but when i showered and did my hair the way I do it, it actually looked good. I think they just use some kind of crappy gel that made it look bad. I had one guy watching me while the barber explained how to cut "long hair" (my hair is 3 inches on top). Definitely awkward. WILL BE going back. read more

I've spent 4+ years looking for the right barbershop in NYC, and I finally found it here at Liberty Barber Shop. They are quick, efficient, and always remember to offer you the neck shave, hot towel, and back massage. Most importantly, I have never been more pleased with my hair. They pay attention to detail and do a terrific job all around. read more

Awesome barber shop! Got a trim by Isaac after not having a cut for 3 months. He nailed it first time. Great straight razor with hot shaving cream to clean up the neck accompanied by a hot towel. All for a whopping $14??!!! Found my new Barber. read more

Stopped in for a quick shape up. Perfect service. Great experience. Quick and easy. Will be back.

My boyfriend went here for a haircut today and it was terrible. The haircut was terrible and the service was terrible. First, the service was supposed to come with a shampoo, hot towel and massage. He received none of these services. Then the barber was looking at the television while he was cutting my boyfriends hair. After when we were trying to pay, he wouldn't accept the coupon from their website because we didn't print it out, except we had it on our phone and it didnt say we had to print it out. I didn't say anything during the haircut cause it appeared to look good. When we got home and he washed his hair, his hair was uneven! It was so uneven that he had to cut it himself. BEWARE. I wouldn't trust the yelp reviews on this one. read more

Interesting thing about this place is this.... The first time you go your haircut is reasonably priced...for some reason as you appear more often the price changes...I've paid 3 different prices for the same haircut and shave. Today I paid almost 40 bucks for haircut. To me, that's outrageous. Some of you are used to paying 40 dollars for a haircut...I am not and I'm sorry that they've convinced you that this is reasonable...it is not. The hot towel and all the other stuff was the equivalent of shoe shiners snapping the rag to make themselves appear like they are working harder. I have gotten MUCH better haircuts in Harlem for nearly 20 dollars less. What I would say is this.... If you need a haircut in the morning before work this is a good place because they open really early...Avoid the guy in the 2nd chair nearest the door...he is a novice...the best barber is the guy in the 2nd chair furthest from the door. Make this place a last resort because you couldn't get a cut over the weekend. I am almost certain your neighborhood has better barbers and more reasonable prices. read more

Horrible service all around. the owner and the ukranian guy both suck and only know how to do basic haircuts. All they know how to do is cut your face up and do the haircut they want to. Never again. Do not give them a single dollar. They deserve to learn from their mistakes read more

Horrible service . Worst barbers I've ever seen. Could not differentiate between a straight line or a crooked arrow! Line up was slanted . Beard was not proportional to each other . Do not come here unless you want a clean shave! read more

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They pay close attention to detail and have a very fair price. (at least for men cuts. Don't know about women's). I went there a second time and the guy who gave my haircut then didn't do such a good job. read more

Needed a haircut and for 20 bucks I can't complain too much. I usually go to Premium Barber Shop on 51st but this was close to my work. I was a little disappointed at the haircut, but a great haircut under 20 bucks is hard to come by. Probably will try somewhere else next time though read more

I'm not a NY native so finding a good barber for a good price had me searching a lot of places. I came in on a Tuesday after the Labor day weekend. Wasn't crowded but the wait wasn't long. I got my cut from Israel and he was good and quick. read more

I called ahead to let them know I was coming, and they took me right away. This place was great. Friendly and attentive staff, constantly asking me my thoughts on the haircut. The hot shave and hot towel/massage was awesome as well. I would definitely recommend this place. read more

Love these guys! I always sneak in on my lunch break to get a Fade and one of the best shaves around! No seriously I haven't shaved my own face in months because these guys are awesome! Mark is a good guy and has become my go to cutter here. The only thing this place is missing is a bottle of whiskey/cognac and a cigar. Man up, stop shaving your own face and treat yourself to the good life. read more

If you work in Midtown and want your hair cut during lunch break with some time left over to eat, this is the place to come for a good haircut at a reasonable price. Just tell the barber how you want it and you won't have any problem. read more

Awesome experience, I would recommend it to any man. Fast and accurate service. TRY IT OUT!!!!

This place is a hidden gem. For what you pay for you get so many extras (neck shave, hot towel, shoulder massage) and a very decent cut. I went during lunch and there was no wait at all. Friendly staff and they also have a "frequent member" card which will get you a free shave or haircut after 10 visits. I'll be back. read more