One of the last old-school barbershops left in the city of Somerville Massachusetts. Everything…read moreelse is either gentrified or too expensive if you love the nitty-gritty old-school conversations that barbershops were known for back in the day then you love straight edge shout out to Marky Barber shout out to my dog Luis and every other Barber in there that helped me literally some days my main Barber wasn't there and I've went in there and still got cut just as good don't ever go out out of business guys. Thank you for everything.

This is what my boyfriend came home with after getting his haircut today. Not sure how this could…read morehappen? I don't know if the person doesn't have the necessary education to give a simple haircut or just wasn't paying attention. Either way, it's unacceptable.

I've lived in Malden for a few months and haven't been able to find a good barbershop. So i…read morestarting going to Boston for overpriced cuts, like mens salons with fancy chairs, fancy TV"s and high prices ($45+). Those were fine and the stylists were cute but it adds up. I've also gone to James Joseph salon where they give you a cappuccino and a scalp massage ($52 w tip). When i finally woke up from my spending I decided to check this new place out in Malden with no expectations. I usually go to a barbershop at home but its all old Italian guys, i've never been to a real barbershop. First impression is that the chairs are really comfortable and the personal TV is a nice touch. Service was great and friendly, perhaps because it wasn't very busy. The haircut in general looked great and I couldn't tell the diff from a $40 haircut. My barber was a lil shaky but maybe because he had never cut a white Jewish guy's hair before, but still very friendly. The owner even shook my hand afterwards and was committed to me coming back. Yelp is all about helping small business so they deff deserve a shout out and some recognition for a great mens barber shop.

Reference is a decent barber shop. They specialize mostly in urban/ethnic styles for men, but my…read morebarber, a pretty nice guy named Xavier/Alex, did a decent job with my "ivy league style" cut. For both business and preppy styles, I still think Razors in Somerville is best, but I'm happy with my cut (and I'm rarely happy with my cut). I rated this place A-OK (3 stars) vs 'I'm a fan' (4 stars) because they didn't have any AC on, and it was miserably hot and humid today. I sat in that chair sweating bullets. Would've went to Razors, but they had a 1+ hour wait all day. If I'm in a bind again, I'll definitely consider Alex at Reference.

Service was not great. Haircut is not exactly right. Got a cut on the neck. I would chalk it up…read morethe guy being really distracted. He was momentarily on FaceTime and I think he just walked away at some point and returned.

Came here to get my undercut shaped up…read more The older guy in the first chair did it for me and charged me $10. He did an okay job, he didn't do it exactly how I wanted it, but his lines were clean. He also had to have the barber next to him translate. I came here on a Wednesday at about 1pm and waited about 45 minutes. Other than that, they are very clean and professional. Cash only, and there is ample street parking.

Eddie is the man! I've been to a lot of barbers over the years, but nobody comes close to the…read moreconsistency and attention to detail Eddie brings to every cut. He always takes the time to get it just right, checks in throughout, and somehow remembers exactly how I like it even months later. The shop itself has a great local vibe, clean, comfortable, and welcoming, but it's Eddie's professionalism and skill that make me keep coming back. Whether it's a quick cleanup or a full restyle, he nails it every time. Highly recommend Eddie at Dente's if you're looking for a reliable, high-quality barber in Somerville. You'll walk out feeling fresh every time.

A barber named Kemet took 1.5 hours to give me the worst haircut of my life. He nicked the back of…read moremy head with his razor, gave me a bald spot on my cowlick, and a completely uneven taper. He was very rude and honestly seemed high out of his mind to be quite honest. He also was making a lot of rude comments about cutting 'women's hair' (i am queer and have had a standard men's cut for the last 10 years, nothing crazy. I go to barbershops all the time, and I told him I could leave if he was uncomfortable cutting my hair). I should have just walked out. Avoid this place at all cost.

Based on positive reviews here on Yelp, I visited Lyn at Fort Hill Barber Shop today for the first…read moretime. As others have said, finding the shop is not an obvious affair, but when I called to make an appointment, Lyn told me to enter the main lobby at 160 Federal and turn right. The shop entrance is a gold door that looks like it would be an employee-only area, stenciled smartly with black lettering: Fort Hill Barber Shop. Down a short hallway is the shop. The decor is pleasant -- sports memorabilia, family pictures, elixir advertisements and a T.V. Lyn's work station is very orderly and clean. She was the only barber present, and I'm pretty sure that's normal. She asked me how I like to have my hair cut and I told her a #4 clipper blade to taper the back and sides, scissor cut on top and a nice blend between the top and sides. Lyn said, "That's what I call a businessman's cut. Most men don't know the blade number, so I ask if they want a businessman's cut, then I use a #4." Lyn did exactly what I wanted. She even asked if I wanted the top thinned (as I have thick hair), so I told her to use her best judgement. She thinned it, and it looks great. She finished with a lather and shave on my neck and behind my ears, and then a splash of aftershave. Another reviewer said Lyn shaved his sideburns off twice, so I was pretty conscious to not let that happen. I needn't have worried, as she asked if I wanted them shortened, confirmed the length, and did what I asked. Lyn is gregarious and talked throughout my haircut. Overall a nice experience, and I'll be back if I'm in Boston next time I'm due for a haircut. $20 cash, $2 tip.

I found the place on Google and saw that it had six rave reviews on yelp so I assumed I was making…read morea safe call. It's in the same building as First Republic Bank, but it's hidden down a weird white hallway. I told her exactly how I like my hair cut and she started out okay. I like a scissor cut on top and close fade on the sides. Pretty standard. She finishes the sides and grabs a big trimmer. She starts going around my crown and I stop her immediately. She explains that she's only blending the sides and that she would never think of using a trimmer on the top of my head. I very reluctantly allow her to continue. Then without warning she buzzes the top of my head! It wasn't a close buzz but I explicitly told her what I wanted. She starts talking about how you never get an even cut with scissors and how I won't be able to tell the difference. It's too late to stop her at this point. She has to finish the cut or I'll look like I went through a wood chipper. She finishes and takes out a straight razor to do my line up and my neck. I don't know what she did back there but I probably could have done a better job blindfolded.

I like going to Dante's Barber Shop. He gives me exactly what I ask for and he knows how I want my…read morehair cut without asking. That's what I want in a barber. I have been going to him for some time now. I usually pop in when he's not busy or has one person in there and is just finishing up. If he is busy with a few people, I will ask him to call me on my cell phone when it is quieter and he does, for me. Then I walk back down to Dante's because I only live a few blocks away. He's a really nice guy. After some conversation about work and barbecued pork chops he's usually done and I feel brand new again. He doesn't dilly dally and he'll even trim my eyebrows. I'm glad Dante's is there and I won't go anywhere else unless I absolutely have to.

Donte is incredibly friendly, honest with his recommendations and clean. His hands are steady…read more(that's mad huge). Prices reasonable, instruments are sterilized before & after use (you must pay attention to such things when it comes to barbers) and he spoke with much respect. I shall be returning-but not too much since I'm blessed with alopecia. He was sensitive to me about it and that alone spoke volumes about his character.

You won't get what you ask for. It could still be a good haircut, but you probably just get buzzedread more

Have been twice and just walked in and got my hair cut right away. Very happy with that since most…read moreplaces seem to be appt only these days