My husband has been going to Peter for years and today I finally got to meet the man and legend himself! Peter is a very charming, kindhearted, and straightforward guy who knows his stuff. My husband gets amazing haircuts each time and the vibes are all around amazing. Love the look of the place and all the wonderful pictures guests take with Peter. Super easy street parking on Walton or one block North. Highly HIGHLY recommend his services! read more

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Hands down the best barber I've ever had in my 50 years on this planet. Professional. Great conversation. Walkable location. Old school vibe. Great guy! read more

Thanks Peter for a great haircut and great conversation. Really enjoyed the time in your shop. A true professional of your craft

Great haircut! New to town and I was searching for a reliable barber I could walk to - I wanted to avoid chains or places where the staff is always changing. He did not disappoint! Prices were competitive/better than other local options. read more

Best haircut I've had in over 20 years! A week later it still looks great and my part falls naturally in place.

It was a pleasure to get a haircut from a real professional. Very friendly and only the highest quality haircut at reasonable prices. A superb experience. I might have to visit Chicago more often just so I can get my hair cut by Peter again. read more

So rude. Laughed at me over the phone. Can't even do a fade haircut, when his website says hip/modern haircuts. Seems like a fraud. Avoid at all costs read more

Peter is the best barber/person I have had the pleasure of cutting my hair. Always cheerful and full of energy. You need reservations as he is very popular. read more

I stumbled into his barber shop 15 years ago and have never left. I look so good when he cuts my hair that I take a picture of the cut and post it on facebook every time! People tell me I look great right after he cuts my hair and that is all I need to keep me going to Peter!!! Hes the best barber in Chicago and one of the best in the nation. Dr James Stoxen DC., FSSEMM (hon) read more

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I'm mad I didn't find this place sooner! I moved back to Chicago recently and have been looking for a new barber. Most places charge an arm and a leg for a haircut and don't even do a good job. Peter had great prices and did an amazing job! He was so genuine and down to earth - it felt like he was an old friend. I will definitely be back and so glad to have found my new barber. Thank you, Peter! read more

Expert work done with care and attention. The shop is light-filled, airy, clean. Peter welcomed us warmly and approached the work meticulously. We will be regulars. read more

Peter is the best! He's a great barber, and gives the best shave in town. His approach is no nonsense, straight to the point. His prices are fair, and his work is excellent. If you're a man living in Chicago, you'd be silly not to visit Peter! read more

I love this man! Funny, entertaining, and best yet, knows how to give an incredible haircut. I wish I lived in Chicago to see him regularly. A good man and great barber! read more

Peter, a great story teller, is also a fantastic barber who takes his craft very seriously. Best haircut for the money in the city!

My experience with Peter and Mr. Barber was fantastic. If you have a picture of what you want your hair to look like, show it to Peter and say no more: he will get it done. Not only were the haircut and neck shave the best I've received in Chicago, you also get a top of the line conversation. By the end of the appointment, Peter and I were discussing home towns and hockey stars as friends would. 10/10 would recommend, will be returning. read more

Just moved to this area and went to Mr. Barber on a recommendation. After showing reference photos from my past haircuts, my expectations were beyond exceeded when I left. Great haircut with great conversations included! I will be making this my regular spot and would definitely recommend!! read more

Went and received a perfect cut and a very personable conversation at an affordable price

Peter is an amazing barber and a wonderful human being. It's a joy to be with him talking to him while he cuts hair.

My wife and I moved to Chicago from New York City and I was in despair of finding a good barber here in the "second city." I googled "best barber in Chicago" and found Peter. He is indeed, quite simply, the best barber in Chicago, but more than that, not only do you get a great haircut, no matter what style you like, contemporary, conservative, spikey, long, short (he's done all of these for me); you get great conversation and you always leave feeling better than when you arrived. What more could you possibly want. In fact, he's so good, even if you don't need a haircut, book one anyway. You'll feel better when you leave. I'd give him 6 stars if I could. read more

Peter is hands-down the best barber in chicago! Super amazing guy with a great clean location, amazing conversations, and the best cut! Blessed to have gotten to know Peter for last 6 years and hoping many more to come!! :) read more

My cousin from Australia is visiting for a family member's wedding and the barber shop was able to get him a fresh haircut right before the wedding. The shop is very clean and the barbers are professional. The quality of the haircut is great. When I come back from California, I'll definitely come here. Highly Recommended! read more

Fantastic beard trim. Don't have much in the way of head hair hair but the gentleman is a true artist in terms of cut and service. His clientele includes all the to do of Chicago and beyond. A true gem of a shop. read more

Peter aka "Mr Barber" is the best! I've followed him from The Drake to Oak St and to his current Walton St location. He can cut hair just as well as he can kibbitz, and he is a pro at that! Caution: if you are a Blackhawks fan be prepared to defend our team, as Peter is a die-hard Red Wings fan. read more

My son just went there for the first time. Very friendly and interesting guy. Nice haircut.

It's difficult to describe the stress of attempting to find a new hair cutter person in a large city. While there are plenty of options, the likelihood that one of those people will deliver a solid, precise cut at a reasonable price is slim. As such, I'd prepared myself for this inevitable trial and error process when I called Mr. Barber to make an appointment. It seems I needn't look any further. Mr. Barber is located in the northern Streeterville area, inside an attractive turn of the century high-rise. He quickly makes you feel attended to, smiling and explaining to me that he's just finishing up with the prior client. From the pictures on the walls, you might think that he knows half of Hollywood and Chicago celebrities. He probably does. And initially, this was a bit intimidating. "Am I about to pay for a $100 haircut?" I worried. Peter is a very skilled barber, completing my cut within a 30 minute window. He needed little guidance, relying on what he saw in my hair when I walked through the door. I was given a quick shampoo to remove the product from my hair. Within a minute, I was wrapped up in a cape with scissors whirling about my head. Finishing things off, I received a smooth straight razor shave of the back of my neck. Fifteen minutes later, he was done, having efficiently and expertly trimmed my hair. The conversation (and laughs) flowed easily -- we were fast friends by the end of the appointment. It seems I would not have to hunt around much for a new barber. The price was MUCH below what I'd expect for this area of town without sacrificing quality. Thank you Peter for a great cut. I'll see you in a month or so. read more

This is the most honest review I will ever write. I will NEVER get my hair cut anywhere else. Let's start with the quality of the haircut you will get. For nearly nothing, these guys will give you the classiest, most handsome haircut you will ever get. This is the top of the line as far as quality is concerned. And the straight razor neck shave with the neck massages make this a full service cut. The environment is everything you want at a barber shop. Small. Quiet. One tv. Warm and relaxing. Peter and Cesar are the most personable, friendly, and conscious people that will ever touch your hair. They made me feel comfortable and knew when I wanted to talk and when I wanted to be quiet and relax. Amazing people. I give this place 5 stars only because I can't give them 10. Go here. And never go anywhere else. read more

You know, I've never been to a true barber here in Chicago. For the past 12 years or so I've gone to mainly discount hair cutting places with a coupon. I tried doing the elite male salons for a bit but I felt it was the same hair cut but at a premium price. Now, I'm going bald (yes, a hard pill to swallow). I decided to try a true barber before it was too late so I turned to Yelp to find one near where I work. THANK YOU YELPERS. Here is why I love this place. First off, you need to be buzzed in, so it isn't like it is a walk up, I felt kind of prestigious right off the back. This place is a class act, a real guys barber. Ceaser went to work right away, using a towel instead of those fuzzy throw away neck binders. We get around to talking business, the hair cut then he goes into a conversation like we've known each other for years. He is showing me his article, taking about his services, his past and everything. It wasn't rushed, it wasn't snip snip get on your way. We are having a real good time. He takes his profession very serious and he is giving me advice as to what to do with my hair. He is doing his thing and before I know it, we are finished. Shocked he turns me to the mirror and honestly, don't take this the wrong way, but it doesn't have that "fresh cut" look! You know what I mean? It isn't all shaved and cut short but I can tell that it is shorter without that just cut look which I loved! Definitely going back before I don't need to if you know what I mean. I want to go get their other "services" as well. $35 for everything. For the hair cut you get a straight blade neck shave with the hot oil, the warm towel on the head, the cleaning, I mean they don't skimp. I can't wait to see what you get with the shave and the massage. Do yourself a favor. Treat yourself right. read more

I've had my hair cut here two times. Both times, Cesar cut my hair, not Peter. And both times I received the best haircut I have ever had. Peter's small shop is top notch, from the comfortable chairs, to the inviting and friendly pair of scissor-wielding magicians (literally!), to the warm-foam back-of-the-neck shave to end the cut. You get what you pay for (a cut for me is $35), but after venturing elsewhere, I quickly realized why I should be willing to spend the extra dollars. And that's all there is to it. You want the best? Mr. Barber. read more

I called into Mr. Barber to book an appointment and he accommodated me rather quickly and gave a great hair cut. I had gone the day before to a high end salon the day before and had one of the worst haircuts I had ever received. He fixed me up and did not need any direction, knows what he's is going and had a great conversation at the same time. 10/10! read more

Great place, amazing service. I wish this Barbershop was in Miami, FL!! I mustve looked at several barbershops before stumbling upon this Gem. No one could do a shave on a Saturday let alone at 8am... Until I gave this place a call. It was truly meant to be. Although Peter did not shave my face, his other Barber (forgot his name, I feel terrible) did the job with exceptional class. Warm and calm vibe. If I'm ever back in Chicago I'm giving Peter a call. Thank you again! read more

Hard to find but totally worth it. Make sure you go through the residential door at 200 Walton and up the steps or you might miss it. Go back in time to the men's salon experience of old. Caesar and Robert do it right. Make sure you're not in a hurry. You'll want to linger just to listen to the stories. read more

Peter fixed my hair after Floyd's messed up my bangs and did it free of charge. If you need your haircut, this is the man to go to.

I wish I lived in Chicago to get a haircut and shave from Peter. Mr. Barber of Chicago is a real barber shop with tons of character and history. I always make a point to come see Peter when I'm here. read more

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Peter is, without question, the best barber in Chicago. The Service is excellent, the accommodations pleasant and comfortable, and the quality of the service is second to none! Great price and quality attention! Excellent ... Geoffrey read more

Simply put, the best find for any gentleman in downtown Chicago! Moved from Seattle & was looking for a great barbershop, & I found a diamond when I came across Peter, aka Mr Barber of Chicago!!! The best barber in Chicago. It's a professional cut, great conversations, can walk-in, call ahead, & easy to find. To find: same side as the Drake but further south, located at a red brick entrance, after you enter, then there's a buzzer to enter the actual building. Peter's the best barber I've come across & he's demonstrated that he wants his clients to be satisfied with their cuts. I highly recommend his services as the best in Chicagoland! read more

Was is in Chicago for a long weekend and needed a haircut. Called Mr Barber and he as able to get me in pronto. I must say, it was the best haircut I've ever had! Very detailed and took the time to do it right. If ever back and shaggy I'll call Mr Barber again! read more

This is no regular barber shop. This is an all around great experience. The best in Chicago. read more

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I have a 5 STAR experience at Mr. Barber of Chicago! Peter is truly amazing and embodies what it means to be a service professional. I walked in unannounced and he had no problem taking me for a quick clean up. Luckily the next appt. cancelled so he spend a little more time with me which was amazing. So great to get a top of the line barber who actually knows what he is doing and talking about. I felt completely comfortable even though this was my first time even getting a shave/beard trim. All in all I highly recommend but be sure to call ahead first this guy is busy. His phone kept ringing over and over during our appt which didn't bother me. Peter is a saint finally I know what it looks like to have a proper beard line haha. read more

Today was the day I decided to cut my winter beard and I am sure glad that Peter at Mr. Barber was kind enough to fit me in at closing. Peter is a throwback to the days when being a barber meant class, professionalism and quality. I immensely enjoyed my visit and received first class work on my hot shave and hair cut from Peter. Do yourself a favor and stop in this establishment you will be impressed and thankful that you did. read more

Visited from Greece for a few days and Mr Barber of Chicago made an exceptional job. Very friendly,very clean shop and most important of all he knows what he is doing. I recommend this barber shop, take your time and go through the wall of fame with all the important personalities that he has styled over the years. If I come by again I will visit for another haircut. And by the way, prices are normal! read more

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