It's not so much that I've had familiarity with Lou's Barber Shop over my few years in JAX, but my barber, Nam, I have been familiar with since 2019. Long and short: Nam moved over to Lou's during COVID and I relocated to San Diego for three years. Upon my return, I needed to get a fresh start with Nam once again. I really like this barber shop. I just about always used barbers on the military bases through my years of service. But when I have a great barber, I'm always willing to drive a few extra miles to maintain consistency. Also, as I've watched Nam cut other men's hair while waiting, she treats all of us with amazing courtesy and respect - and has a great sense of humor! Well, you get the picture, getting a haircut is more about the barber than barber shop itself. However, there are some things you need to know before visiting Lou's. Yes - they do take appointments, just give them a call. It's a nice facility that's well taken care of. Chairs are comfortable and spacing is good between them. Important!!! They are CASH ONLY here, Prices range from $18 for a men's haircut. Seniors (55 and over) haircuts are $15. There is no military discount. They do have a stylist who cuts females' hair. Contact the shop for pricing. If I had only one recommendation I think the shop needs to fix its bathroom a bit. It appears unclean and needs a towel dispenser. I'm not always overly concerned about the appearance of a place when proper cleaning and having needed items to ensure a safe environment are in place. If they aren't, that's always a concern. I hope the ownership of Lou's will consider this and make some fixes to the bathroom. I will say I've greatly enjoyed my visits as it's always easy to strike up a conversation with the gentleman waiting for a haircut next to you, or just having a fun time with the barber as my photos show! All to say, there is a good vibe at Lou's. Go there if you're looking for good company and great haircut! Tell them the Yelp Rev Ron R sent you! Recommend: VERY HIGH read more

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I walked in for the first time today. I had a simple cut with the electric clippers. From the time I touched the door walking in to being done was 8 minutes. Straight razor on the neck with some gels. Nam was professional & pleasant. Both Barbers & customers were deep into their years & it was great!!! read more

Don't come here if you are under the age of 50 or want a modern hairstyle. Anything different from a traditional side part which is all they are capable of. I usually have a textured fringe and coming in; I explained I wanted no length off the front and Ken decided to cut a half inch off anyways. Dirty barbershop who doesn't listen to their clients. read more

Ken is a very nice guy and does great work. He has a steady hand and gives honest old school haircuts and beard trims. The shop is tidy and comfortable but the waiting area is simple. At a barber shop you are going for a reason, not to hang out or have a beer, so that's totally fine with me. Walk-ins are welcome and that was a big selling point for me as I don't really plan ahead when it comes to my hair etc. If I go to Walmart and I feel like getting a haircut, I want to be able to do so. ‍ I don't want to deal with appointments. read more

Lou's Barber Shop - Ken's schedule - Barbers Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

I visited Lou's for the first time and had Ken cut my hair. He remembered me from Cold Steel when he worked there. He's an excellent barber. I went early on a Saturday morning when they first opened, so I was able to walk in and jump in the chair with no wait. Ken did a great job on giving me the haircut I asked for; short and blocked. read more

I started going here when I found out that my favorite barber Ken now works here. I move around a lot and every place I move to, I always make it a point to find a barber who can give me not only the haircut I want, but also the haircut that's best for me when I myself have doubts. Suffice it to say, I'm not one to just settle for the closest supercuts. Admittedly, it took me a while to find Ken but it was worth all the mediocre haircuts and barbers I had to endure prior to him. In my opinion, he's the best barber in Jacksonville! If you know Ken, then you know this to be absolutely true. He really listens to you and makes sure that both of you are on the same page before even starting on your hair. Aside from his calm, relaxing demeanor, he's also very light on his hands and gentle with your head. Bonus points as well for being able to talk to you about pretty much anything under the sun (for us it's gaming). I've been having Ken cut my hair for 2 years now and so long as I'm in Jacksonville, I trust no one else with my hair but good old #KenTheBarber. The fact that this establishment is both a barbershop AND a salon also means that my wife and I can come in to have our hair done together. She's been looking for a good hairdresser that won't cost an arm and a leg and it looks like we found our spot. Where else can you turn a haircut into a bonding experience with your spouse? We're doing exactly that on our next visit and I can't wait! Important Note: For now, they only take cash so make sure to bring that paper! read more

Lou's Barber Shop - Barbers Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Ken does a fantastic job! He is friendly, personable, reliable and most importantly provides me with a great haircut & beard trim. I will never go anywhere else! read more

I would not recommend this place. They are rude! Never been, pulled right up front, walked up to the door. Realized they were closing in 7 minutes so I was hurrying and the guy literally locked the door in my face! read more

Great local shop with friendly staff. Best prices around and Nam will take good care of you!

Ken is the best. Everyone there is good if kens not available. The last two times, Ken was not available Nikki cut my hair, very nice easy to look at and wonderful to talk to and most importantly very talented with scissors and trimmers. read more

I had Ken cut my hair and he did an excellent job. Ken has cut my hair before in other locations so I'm glad I found him. I had an issue with my last visit so he knows who and what happened. read more

Great family barber. I get my fade done by Nom and she's amazing! Reminds me of my military days where the fades we got on base we're world class! read more

Look under the "not recommended reviews". All of these bad reviews are old..Lou's now, in my opinion has great stylists for men and women! Come in and you won't be disappointed! Ken the Barber is now available at Lou's!! read more

Can't say enough how wonderful both Tessa and Ken are! I recommend for any gender of any age, you won't be disappointed!

I have been coming here since 1992 when it was still located in the shopping center between St. Augustine Rd. and San Jose Blvd. Barbers have come and gone but the quality has remained. Tessa owns the shop now and they do hair for both sexes - my wife just had a perm done here. read more

So my fiance just went and got his hair done here. I'm not sure who did it but I swear his head is messed up. Its uneven, the sides were done improperly and the top just looks a mess. Now he has to go get it fixed somewhere else. Wether the haircut was 10 or 100. She messed this man's hair up. I dont recommend this place. This guys head looks ridiculous read more

I don't trust anyone else with my hair! I've been going to Lou's for 17 years. Finding someone who gets my hair right is hard so I stick with Tessa and know that I am not only going to get a great haircut, but also a few laughs. read more

Generally when you go to a barber to get a haircut, you expect the barber to pay attention to what is going on with the cut and the hair that is falling on the apron (or whatever the wrap they put on is called). I am not even sure what to say here. I never got the mirror treatment to look at the back of my head post cut, and when the cut was done, the apron was dragged off instead of lifted so all the hair clippings dumped in my lap. My haircut was a distant second to gossip going on all around me. Seldom has the reason I was somewhere been so ignored. I was never even asked if I was satisfied with the cut (that I could see) or if it had been cut the way I wanted. The haircut just ended. Odd to say the least. My expectations for a haircut are really pretty low. Cut it, keep it even, and well, that is pretty close to all I expect. This place barely reached that mark. And if I can ever see what the back of my head looks like, it might not even make that. read more

Fiancé went here to have a basic hair cut. He said the barbers were very nice but the facility was disgusting. He said he felt grossed out by even putting his head into the shampoo chair and the sink was filthy. The lady told him since they are all independent they don't want to take responsibility and actually clean.... Gross $25 bucks for a shave $16 bucks for a haircut Won't be back read more

Worst haircut they didn't even listen to what I asked and basically shaved my head. Will never come back

Man here!! Showed up at 8a & they told me I'd have to wait until 9a to get a fade because barbers don't show up until 9a....ummmm....it says barbershop first in the name!!! WTliteralF?!?!? read more

great place to get your hair cut. quick and easy .....they take cash only...... read more

The ladies in this shop know what they are doing. The price is reasonable. They never disappoint. Stop paying for a salon name. Pay for a great service. read more

This place was filthy. I found mold near my station, the sink was rusty, and the scissors were not sharp. They didn't do what I said at all; I asked for two inches off the ends and the curl it lightly. I walked out with a pixie cut and almost a perm. I don't know how there was a miscommunication, but I was infuriated. They say they don't have to followed normal hairdresser guidelines because they are an "independent organization". The lady cutting my hair promoted her Facebook and gave me a sheet of paper that said her account. I went on it, and there were mysterious videos of clients getting haircuts and poorly edited selfies. This place needs to be shut down, and reported. It is disgusting, has horrible service, and the employees are so disrespectful. Put this place out of business. read more

I have been going to Lous for close to two decades now. Tisa is the barber who takes care of me. She does a great job considering I keep coming back year after year. I am not the easiest client to deal with, yet she puts up with me and is more than accommodating for my peculiarities. The staff is friendly and the environment is relaxed. The facility is not a five star spa...but its a barber shop and I wouldn't expect nor desire for it to be! read more

Don't know who all the women are in the photos, they weren't there when I got my hair cut. I'll have to go back and look for them. Just moved into the area and was in the shopping center where this shop is located. Plenty of parking. It's next to a Walmart supermarket. Walked in just after 5 on a weekday. It has maybe 10 chairs and there were two women cutting older gentlemen's hair. They greeted me and said I was next. No one else but me there. Had maybe a ten minute wait. The place was nice and clean. The decor may be a little dated, but so am I. Linda cut my hair and did a very nice job and was pretty fast. $14 for the cut. I'm happy and will be back read more

Lou's is great. Darlene is a fantastic stylist and can do everything from color, cuts and style. Will always go out of her way to work you in and works on Sundays!! The entire staff is friendly and nice. They care about their customers and deliver quality services. read more