** Please read Eric R.'s review from March 2026 in addition to this review (we don't know Eric, but their experience seems relevant, regarding shady business practice). First of all, my husband says that Lily is nice. The problem is the haircut and the business. My husband ended up basically paying *not* to get his hair cut because Lily did not listen to his requests just to cut his hair - nothing fancy! So he had to stop her from doing everything that he didn't want her to do. Then, she pestered him to take photos of him to promote her business. No. Just No. More problematically, when we went to book the appointment online, the website required that we agree to save our credit card not just for payment but *for future transactions*. We did not want to leave our information with this business. So I called to ask if we could make the appointment over the phone without leaving it. Lily told me the credit card information was just for the one-time charge, not as described online. She lied to me. When my husband requested that she remove our credit card information after paying for the appointment, Lily said she couldn't do that, and we'd have to go through Square. I am on the line with Square right now, who have advised me that they usually ask people to resolve issues directly with the vendor, who can simply remove client information from their Square dashboard (which Lily claimed she couldn't do). So Lily lied. Again. Just getting a bad haircut is all part of trying out a new barber. But this? No thank you. read more

Lily gave me a fantastic haircut! She was incredibly charismatic, made me feel welcome from the moment I walked in, and has a great sense of humor that made the whole experience enjoyable. It was my first time at Mill Valley Barbershop, and even as a walk-in, I felt well taken care of. I'm really happy with the haircut and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend Lily! read more

Not much hair left my head but the barber gave me a handsome hair , Very relaxed location in the midst of Mill Valley and the 101 . Around the corner from Starbucks. read more

If you want an exceptional haircut with a simply wonderful barber named Lily, this is the place

I'm always very pleased with the haircuts I get from Lily. She pays attention to the details and will offer her advice if she thinks something will work well for you. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a new barber, she really knows what she's doing. read more

Lily unlawfully charged my credit card without permission. She had cut my hair for a year. It was a fine haircut - not horrible, not great. Expensive for the product. I have short hair and was always charged for 45 minutes even though it was never more than 30 min appointment. Of the 8 or so appointments I had Lily was constantly late - I would take her first appointment. Typically she was 5 minutes late but once she full on cancelled and once she pushed me back 30 minutes screen shots from her to prove it. She then had the audacity to CHARGE me for a service she didn't provide. She was ONCE AGAIN late and I had to leave after 10 minutes and no end in sight. She can fight over 5 min vs 10; but to text me she was going to charge me was insane. I just saw the charge on my cc show up which I'll fight as fraud with my credit card company. Lastly she decided to do some weird payments stuff with Venmo by asking her customers to pay Venmo and not put it as a hair cut. Venmo caught on and no longer accepts payment that way. read more

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5 Stars - A Hidden Gem for Men's Haircuts If you're a guy in Marin who wants quality attention given to your mane--without the fluff or the salon price tag--go see Lily at Mill Valley Barbershop. I've tried everything from high-end salons to trendy barbershops across the county, and nothing compares to the personal care Lily brings to what is often just a mundane necessity for most men. She doesn't just give you a haircut--she actually sees your hair. The shape of your head, the direction it grows, the style that works for your life. That kind of thoughtful craftsmanship is rare, and it shows in the results. Every cut is consistent, dialed-in, and effortless to maintain. Honestly, my cuts from Lily are better than what I used to get at salons charging twice as much. If you care about how your hair looks--but don't want to overthink it--Lily is your person. A true professional with a relaxed, down-to-earth vibe. Can't recommend her enough. read more

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If you are looking for a high quality, custom haircut, I highly recommend Lily. What really sets her apart is how well she listens. She takes the time to truly understand exactly the type of cut I am looking for before she even picks up the shears. Her attention to detail is fantastic, and the service is top-notch from start to finish. I was particularly impressed with the fade cut she gave me. It was clean, precise, and blended perfectly. The cut also holds up incredibly well between appointments, maintaining its shape and looking sharp even as it grows out. It is such a relief to find a stylist who actually "gets" your vision and executes it perfectly. I am always thrilled with the results. Highly recommend! read more

Lily is a true master barber who approaches every cut like a work of art. She provides the highest level of attention to detail that I have ever experienced. Her cuts are amazing and she has ruined other barbershops for me. I can only go to Lily because I know that I'm going to get the most consistent and best cut. Thank you, Lily. You can never retire. read more

Lily is great! My go to barbershop in Mill Valley! Definitely the best barbershop north of San Francisco!

Very good experience. She made my hair look great. A very nice fade haircut for my wedding day. On-time, pleasant, and does great work. highly recommend. read more

Reserve now! I have had Lily cutting my hair for about a year. I have always left there happy, and have never had a better haircut. In my last visit, I had my beard trimmed for the first time. That was two weeks ago and I have yet to shave. I really don't want to alter the look. Best haircut and beard trim ever! If you are looking for an honest, master barber who cares, you would be hard pressed to find a better candidate than Lily. Finding her will end your search. She is a master hair artist with a sharp attention to detail. Her shop is charming - immaculately clean and comfortable. Lily is the best of the best! Look no further. You will feel like you've struck gold! read more

I've been getting my hair cut by Lily for almost two years now, and she's truly a master barber. Her attention to detail is impeccable, whether it's a precision haircut, a perfectly sculpted beard trim, or a super clean fade. Lily is always welcoming, and booking online is a breeze. On top of her skills, Lily is a genuinely lovely person who makes the whole experience enjoyable every time. I highly recommend the Mill Valley Barber Shop! read more

Lily gave me a great haircut and I'll definitely be coming here for my haircuts. I'm a bit clueless about what I want in a haircut other than the type of haircut, and she made great decisions when I deferred to her on length etc. I recommend getting the lengthier time duration - it's obviously more expensive but she really utilized every minute and had great attention to detail. I also like that she shaves the back of your neck with a blade instead of just quickly using an electric razor as some barbers do. She also offers you a beer which is always a nice touch. Thanks Lily! read more

I've been going to Mill Valley Barbershop for haircuts ever since I moved to Mill Valley. Lily does a very thorough job every time and I'm pleased after each visit. Lily offers extremely good rates for the area and the value is clearly worth it. Lily remembers my name and treats me like her only customer each and every time. I've tried other barbershops in the area but the quality, value, and experience is just not as good! read more

I had not visited a Mill Valley barbershop in some time and needed a good haircut. The barber was meticulous, very skillful with comb and scissors, and gave me a thorough and well-crafted haircut. I wasn't sure what to ask for, but she seemed to know what was needed and I got a flattering cut. She also finished up with a good shave with a straight razor on the back of my neck and around the edges, and also a nice hot-towel treatment. In all, an experience and an excellent look. I highly recommend this shop. read more

Lily is an absolutely gifted and one of a kind hair stylist. Her hair-cutting skills are extraordinary and her special talent is to give a hair style that brings out the best in her customers. There is no better hair stylist than Lily. read more

On top of spending $85 for a haircut, now I gonna have to spend to get caps, coz I can't even step out with the horrible haircut that Lily gave me. Trust me, she rushed to attend the next customer that she gave me the worst possible haircut ever. To be fair, the sides and the back are fairly well but the front is just horrible. As a good service provider, the owner must allow a 10-15 leeway in between each appointment. I got to start 7-8 minutes delay than my appointment time. She has just jam packed the appointment schedule that even a minute or two delay causes delay to the next customer and it's absolutely unacceptable that I am the victim of a horrible haircut. Starting out, I was joyful that I have found a good barber but this was anti climatic. Edit: though I don't understand how this matters. I have 2 first names and I have different email addresses of mine signed up with yelp and google. What does it matter anyway, there's only one review each on yelp and google from my side. I never said I liked the haircut, I clearly said that it's shorter than I wanted. And I didn't 3 days, I said 3 weeks. - again, I still don't understand how any of this matters. Bottom line is, after I showed the picture of the haircut I wanted, the barber could've saved both of our time and hassle by simple saying that it requires more than 30 mins and not complain when it's convenient for them. A bad haircut is a bad haircut. read more

My boyfriend and I recently moved and he was looking for a new barber. We were recommended Mill Valley Barbershop and it was nice inside. He's very specific about his hair and took a chance with Lily. She did an amazing job. She listened to what he wanted and he was happy with his hair. read more

I've been getting my hair cut by Lily for years and she is, hands down, the best barber I've had in the Bay Area! She's a great listener, has great attention to detail, is extremely skilled and just really cares about making their clients feel as happy as possible! Highly highly highly recommend! read more

I recently moved to Mill Valley from San Francisco and was looking for a new barbershop. Luckily this barbershop exists and literally is the best haircut I have ever received. I am pretty picky with my hair and I often find it hard to click with a barber. That was not the case with Lily. Lily is absolutely wonderful. Amazing barber, a ton of care and time given to each person's hair, great tips for improving your hair quality, and also just great to talk to as you sit in the chair. The shop is in a great spot too which makes it super easy to get in. I can't recommend Lily enough. read more

I used to go to Lilly when she was at Fellow Barber, and I followed her here to her new place. She always does a great job. I'm a mid thirties man, with very curly hair, and like to keep it at a nice trimmed length. read more

I experienced my first haircut with Lily at the Mill Valley Barbershop this morning and I couldn't be happier. Lily is very attentive to every detail, she was interested in how I liked my hair and the atmosphere was professional but casual. In addition to a great haircut, Lily trimmed my shaggy eyebrows, shaved my neck and finished with a hot towel and scalp massage. I look forward to going back in a few weeks! read more

I've had many great haircuts with Lily! She take her time and is a good listener. Highly recommend!

The best barbers are those who care about the quality of their craft. Someone who listens to your preferences but also has a great understanding of what will look good. Lily is exactly this. Highest quality haircuts ive ever had! read more

I have been coming to Lily for over 2 years and every time I visit I am greeted with great service! Lily, cuts my hair and she always goes above and beyond to make sure that I like my hair cut. Fresh fades and great scissor work she can do it all! THANK YOU Mill Vally Barbershop and Lily for always taking care of me. read more

Lilly is great! Excellent hair cut and lots of attention to detail. The hot towel treatment at the end of the haircut is the icing on the cake. Would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a quality hair cut in Marin. Super easy to book online and she usually has appointments the same day. read more

Lily is the only person I trust to cut my husband's hair. She has been cutting his hair for over 4 years now and has done an excellent job every time!! I definitely recommend lily's services!! read more

I got a phenomenal haircut here (a high and tight fade). Lily has great attention to detail.

I have been going to Lily for over two years now - even following her from other locations. I am so thankful for the professional, friendly and warm service she provides each and every time. You never feel rushed and if something may be just a tad off she quickly addresses it with a smile. Lily's experience is second to none as is her work ethic. Please make sure you give her a try as you will not regret it. Can't wait to visit her now in beautiful Mill Valley. read more

I just had my first haircut by Lily at Mill Valley Barbershop. It is the best haircut I have ever had. I will now be a regular.

I was seeing Lily for a while before she left her prior shop and I am so glad that she's back in MV. In the past, my hair stylists have taken a few cuts before they achieved what I wanted, but Lily nailed it the first time. She has great attention to detail and is such a great person. You can't go wrong and I highly recommend her. read more

Lily, is phenomenal at what she does. Her quality of hair cuts/style are amazing! She does it better than any barber in the Bay Area and I've had many great experiences. As a owner of a few restaurants, I have to show face in numerous settings and the compliments I get are crazy after a new cut. Go to Lily. It's a end game, her shop is also the most simplest yet creates a dynamic experience. read more

Highly recommend!! I've being getting my hair cut for years by Lily and couldn't be happier. Her attention to detail is out of this world, and she continues to impress me time and time again. She listens to my preferences, is precise with her cuts and is also great at shaping my beard. read more

I have been getting my hair cut by Lily for over 2 years, and she has always done a great job and left me highly satisfied! Highly recommend! read more

Lily is AMAZING. One of my favorite barbers I've ever had. You won't be disappointed!

Lilly is the best! She listens attentively to my requests and delivers a great hair cut every time. She has been cutting my hair for several years now and never disappoints. She is always on time. It is obvious that she cares about her customers. She also has a great sense of humor! read more

Best and most consistent haircut I have ever had! Lily has great skills and is a great person to talk to. I am super happy to have found her. Highly recommended! read more

Lily is the best. And she has a cool new location in Mill Valley. She is detail oriented and can give you exactly what you ask for or can give you a great cut if you tell her to do it how she thinks best. Highly recommended! read more

Lily hair cuts are the best she does all my guy friends hair and everytime she does it, they look so cleannn. There is no lack of attention. The prices are very reasonable for the quality she puts out and she would even suggest her client's different looks that may look good, thank god because she completely transformed my male friends for the better, they always tell me they take her suggestions and are never more pleased. Amazing vibes and the sweetest read more