Moe is a is a very good barber. I know this because I'm very picky about who cuts my hair. After…read moremoving to Carleton Place I selected Moe as my go-to guy. Also, my wife loves how he cuts my hair! Moe is also a world famous local philosopher who dispenses wisdom (and personal opinions) from his barber chair to all who listen :) Although his language can be blunt and laden with expletives he runs a men's barbershop and we like his humour (well, almost all of us). At his core, Moe is a lovely human being who is ethical, principled and honest. He loves to talk with customers and aims to please. Moe is one of a kind. I highly recommend him! Ron D.

Great haircuts with non stop entertainment. If you want a fantastic haircut this is the place. Moe…read morebrings out the best in everyone who visits.

This spot is an absolute gem in the city. Jeff is my barber and he's an absolute artist when it…read morecomes to cutting hair. He's always on time and above all, the entire team is super friendly and personable. Jay cuts my sons hair and my son always looks forward to having his hair cut because Jay makes it fun for him. It's a bit of a drive for me but it's worth the drive for the quality of cut and the service I receive. I'll put it you this way - I never get a bad cut and Jeff just knows what to do.

I was incredibly skeptical when this place opened up in our neighborhood-- we're already swarming…read morewith overpriced hipster barbershops in Hintonburg. But the Crow's Nest is special. Jay gave me a quick phenomenal cut at a very reasonable price. That alone is worth the 5 stars. But where this place stands out is the customer service. Jay, Jeff and Joy (I'm not making that up) are all hilarious and friendly. They offer coffee on the house. Heck, I would even want to hang out there without getting a cut. I will say that the decors is a little more "Jesus-ey" than I'd like... but that is such a minor gripe for an otherwise perfect place. Don't let it scare you away!

When I first moved to Ottawa I tried a handful of different barber shops and wasn't sold on any of…read morethem. When a friend told me about Ernesto's, I went in and never looked back. This place is perfect (minus the somewhat limited hours). They have three barbers working most of the time, and even on a Saturday, the wait is never more than about 15 minutes. Ernesto gives me my favorite cut, but all three barbers are top notch. The best part, it is only $16 (including tax). It is cash only, so make sure to bring some extra money for a tip. Parking can be a little bit dificult in the Glebe. I'd walk if you can. If not, try to pair your hair cut with your grocery shopping at Whole Foods and they will validate for you.

I just dropped in. Great Service. He cut my hair trimmed my mustache.I had shaved this morning…read morebut he shaved where I missed. All for 16 $ ! This business just got a new customer !

I had the best haircut I've had in years with Dino. He understood exactly what I was asking for. I…read morecan now wear my hair either curly (it's natural state) or in a more formal straighter style. Best of all, it looks great either way. Very happy!

It's been a very long time since I liked a hair style on me! I struggle with anxiety and have…read moreissues with pulling my hair. Therefore, I never wanted to go to the hair stylists more than twice per year. I took my daughter to see DJ and loved her hair cut so much, I made an appointment for myself. DJ is very friendly and professional and he immediately made me feel comfortable and relaxed. He made suggestions and recommended a cut that suits me perfectly! I returned two weeks later for a color! I booked an appointment for my mother next! Thank you so much Dj! I'll see you soon!

I have been coming to David for my regular haircuts for over 2 years. He is generally able to…read moredeliver a good job in just 30 minutes. I have been to other salons in Ottawa before, and not many can do it well and quick. Appointments have been easy to make and there's usually only a short wait time when you get there, if any at all.

I have to disagree with the previous review.... Myself and 4 of my colleagues who are professionals…read morein Ottawa go to this hair salon a regular basis. David Lee offer modern haircuts and shampoo for a very reasonable price. Very down-to-earth atmosphere. They make you feel welcome. David offers Lanza and Schwartkopf products and he has Tassimo coffee on the house. I've never had my haircut by Terrence or Zephir their clients also seem very happy with their work as I see regulars go there.

It's Ottawa's best-kept haircutting secret…read more Cheap, quick, and better than most salons. (She'll take one look at you, and "know" exactly what you want). Highly-recommended. Hint: forget the salon (you're paying too much).

A friend of mine recommended Nick to me, since I was looking for someone new to cut my hair…read more I love having freshly cut hair but I hate paying salon prices. Don't get me wrong, I love the salon experience, I just can't justify salon prices to maintain that "freshly cut" look to my hair. Somerset Hair Studio is near the corner of Bank and Somerset, on the north side of the street. The space is a bit dated, not fancy, but clean and pleasant. When I arrived the woman at the counter greeted me enthusiastically, offering me tea or water and inviting me to take a seat until Nick was ready for me. After a brief few-minute wait, I took my seat in the chair. After showing Nick a photo of what I'd like to have done, he confirmed that I wanted lots of layers, and then went to town. I have never had anyone approach cutting my hair with as much confidence. Like I said before, it wasn't fancy, he didn't wash my hair before cutting it or style my hair before I left. Given that the cut was $20, that it only tok 20 minutes and that it was exactly what I had asked for, this was probably the best hair cut I've ever had. I'm looking forward to going back in 6 weeks for a trim.

This review is exclusively for their own brand of beard balm. My husband has decided to grow out…read morehis beard (much to my chagrin) and he loves the Kings Own Reserve Black Cherry Tobacco beard balm. While I hate his beard (lol) I do love the smell of this beard balm (but truth be told, I think you can just use it as a facial moisturizer, you don't actually need to have a beard, haha). The smell of the Black Cherry Tobacco beard balm is fruity and smokey. It's not overpowering and it smells masculine. The tin is $24.99 and $1 from each sale goes to a local group that helps people who are homeless. The barbershop is in an old converted house. The parking situation is not great since it's street parking and sometimes is hard to find. Review #81 (2026)

I was in town for a wedding and found King's Own Barbershop on Yelp. As a masculine of center…read morewoman, barbershops can be intimidating places, but this place was not only safe and welcoming, but went above and beyond. I was immediately greeted by both Chris and Noah. While I only needed a buzz cut, Noah's conversation skills were exceptional - honestly the best I've experienced at any barbershop. His curiosity and genuine engagement made the whole experience refreshing. As someone who's worked in customer service for over a decade, I can recognize when someone truly excels at connecting with people. Chris was equally impressive - he remembered my name and found moments to connect even while I was with Noah, showing he was attentively listening from afar. You can tell he's intentional about maintaining the high standards that earned this shop recognition. The haircut was okay as the tapering still needs practice. It looked "unfinished," as if we were in our way to great haircut, but then something came up, haha. It's all good, but what really stood out was the relationship-building aspect. If I lived in Ottawa, this would absolutely be my go-to spot. Even as a visitor, I'll only come here when I'm back in town. Highly recommend King's Own - it's clear why they've earned their reputation in the community!

I just got a cut at capital barbers and I have to say one of the best experiences. My barber was…read moreGeorge. He is an excellent barber excellent conversationalist. He understood exactly what I wanted. He is the first barber I've gone to asides from my regular barber who I've been going to for seven years. Overall, the ambiance of the café like barbershop was on point the shop was very clean and the staff were very friendly 10 out of 10 would recommend!

This is my new barber joint! It's a sweet new spot :)…read more Let's start with the location and shop itself, it's in the Glebe, and easy to get to from most places downtown. The shop is really classy. Exposed brick walls, a super cool ceiling, great barber seats, and a huge tv to watch when you're waiting or in the chair. The staff are great, there's always someone there to greet you at the front desk when you walk in, or to pick up the phone when you need to make an apt. You can also reserve online. My go to barbers are Brandon and Farhan, they're both great! They don't rush, are killer at fades, and shape great beards as well. What's nice about them and the other barbers too is that they actually talk to you while cutting, about lots of different things, which is nice. There's a great social atmosphere here, and everyone is super friendly. I've had a few different styles of cuts here, and they cater to whatever you want, and give good suggestions of trends in men's hairstyles. The prices are fair. In the men's barber market, it seems that $30 is standard for a good cut, plus $5 for a beard, and with tip it comes to about $40. If you get this once every 4-6 weeks, I find that it's affordable. One big plus is that they accept credit, debit, and cash, as opposed to cash only, like some barber shops. The only issue I've had here is sometimes, even with a reservation, someone will sneak in ahead of you without an apt. It hasn't happened the last few times, but the rare time it does happen, it messes up your entire schedule. Like I said, incidences of this have been decreasing, so they're definitely cracking down on it. I've been going here for about a year now (they're celebrating their one year anniversary this upcoming weekend, congrats!), and I am going to continue hitting them up. If you want a great cut, beard shape, line-up, friendly and professional service, and a kick-ass shop to get your cuts in, I'd definitely recommend this place!