I took my husband here for his birthday and it was such a great experience! The vibe is upscale but…read morestill super comfortable, and the staff made him feel really taken care of. He loved the attention to detail, from the grooming service to the relaxing atmosphere--it felt like more than just mani/pedi and facial... it was an experience. He walked out looking fresh and feeling pampered, and I was so glad I chose this spot to celebrate his day. Highly recommend for anyone wanting to treat themselves--or someone special!

Disappointing First-Time Experience…read more I got my husband a gift card to Hammer & Nails for Christmas since it looked like a great place to treat himself and enjoy a premium barbershop experience. As a first-time guest, he was supposed to receive a complimentary $60 upgrade that included a haircut, shampoo, conditioning scalp massage, razor outline, aftershave massage, and hot towel. Unfortunately, the experience fell short in almost every way. His barber (a tall redhead) seemed rushed from the start. The session, which was supposed to be around 45 minutes, barely lasted 20 minutes. He had to ask for the shampoo and conditioning--which were supposed to be part of the package--and the scalp massage was quick and not relaxing at all. The razor outline never happened, the neck shave isn't even included, and even the hot towel had to be requested. For a "premium" service, the attention to detail and pampering were just not there. My husband left saying he could've gotten a better cut and experience at Supercuts in 15 minutes. I was glad I didn't load too much money onto his gift card because if the next visit isn't better, he definitely won't be going back. Hammer & Nails has a great concept, but the execution today was mediocre at best. Probably skip unless it's a gift card.

7 years later and Lou is still my barber. That says a lot! Lighthouse salon has great modern…read morebarbershop vibes and Lou provides a wide variety of add ons, from hot towel massage to ear/nose hair waxing among others, and at a great price for excellent quality

My partner has been coming here for a few years -- Lou helped him recover from the pandemic…read moreMountain Man look he had going after the COVID lockdowns. Now he's clean cut and the beard is well under control. Lou is easy to book, very communicative, and does a great job!

Come for the stylish atmosphere, and keep coming back for the excellent service. I can't recommend…read moreLena enough. She always knows how to translate my picture references into haircuts that perfectly suit my face, head, and attitude. Lena is an incredibly kind person, friendly, curious, and keeps the haircut process fun and light even as she works thoroughly. She even kept notes about my last haircut to ensure my latest met my standards! I keep coming back to Lena because she gives me the consistently best haircuts I've ever had. That's saying something.

Ann is the best! I drive from Fremont to see her, always allows me to rest relax and recharge and…read moreleave feeling renewed. She is so courteous and respectful. Thank you Ann.

Booked a last-minute appointment with Eric this morning, and the experience was great from start to…read morefinish. He reached out via text to confirm the appointment and even suggested a few easy parking options nearby, which was a thoughtful touch and much appreciated. Most importantly, I'm very happy with the haircut. Eric took the time to listen to my concerns and address the areas I was most particular about. He quickly created a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere, which made it easy to trust him even though it was my first time booking with him. Excellent customer service, great attention to detail, and a haircut I'm genuinely happy with. 10/10 -- I would absolutely recommend Eric and will definitely be back.

I waited about a week before writing this review so I could cool off and see if I'd feel…read moredifferently about the haircut. Unfortunately, I'm still very frustrated with the result. I have medium-long hair and specifically requested a scissor cut. I explained that I only wanted my current style lightly trimmed and layered to remove some bulk and make it easier to style. During the appointment, the barber had his child with him and seemed fairly distracted, taking multiple breaks to tend to them. I tried to be understanding, but it definitely affected the focus of the cut. At one point I asked for just a small amount taken off the back since it was slightly longer near my neck. Unfortunately, too much was cut, and I was told more would need to come off the top to make it look uniform. More was then taken off the sides as well, again much more than expected. The end result is very uneven and honestly looks like a botched mullet. I normally never leave negative reviews, but this experience has been really frustrating. I've been wearing a hat because no amount of styling has helped, and now I'm basically waiting for it to grow back. It's unfortunate because I came in hoping to simply clean up my existing style.

Good Amazing work…read moreget service would come here again and again and again come stop by you won't forget it

Need a new barber? I recommend Cliff! He is well versed in…read moreboth cuts and beards! We came here once for Bae and the little one's hair cuts and fell in love with his service which is always smooth, friendly and quick! Making appointments is easy and he can accommodate fit ins. He's great with kids just as much as he is with adults. The remainder of the staff here is really nice and this place gives you that real barbershop feel! I can't recommend Cliff enough!

I told my boyfriend to go here due to the high rating and booked him an appointment with Michael…read morewho had good reviews. The cut wasn't that great. It made my bf look like he was in middle school and he's much older than that. The stylist went too thin with the thinning shears so some hair was too short. One thing is the cut, but what about styling it afterwards? I don't think Michael styled his hair well. My bf looked pretty bad when he came home. The price is very good and they were good on time.

Melissa is wonderful. Her shop is cozy and incredibly efficient for its small size. I have very…read morelong hair and she expertly cleaned me up for the holidays.

I went to see Pat at the Parlor of Silicon Valley as a first time client, looking to cut back a ton…read moreof my hair - I had a very solid experience. The shop is very clean and good-looking, and the rates are pretty well matched to what's reasonable nowadays. When I walked in I was comfortably welcomed for my appointment. Pat is both well educated and well experienced in his trade, and put a great deal of emphasis on the consultation for what I wanted and helping me understand how to style my hair for what I was looking for. I definitely recommend him for a good clean cut, especially if you're looking to understand your hair better for getting what you want.

Damien is fantastic and has cut my son's hair a few times already. He speaks teen and knows exactly…read morewhat my son wants, and his fade looks perfect every time! Outside of taking his time and doing a quality cut, he finds ways to chat with my kid for the full time! Great spacious place with super nice people!

I've been going to Nancy to have my hair cut for about the last 20 years, starting when the place…read morewas called Jenny's Beauty Salon. I know I can depend on Nancy to cut it exactly as I ask, and now, after so many years, I usually just say "the usual" and she cuts it perfectly. (My hair is short and "no fuss".) Recently, I let it get too long and was in dire need of a haircut. Nancy was on vacation and I couldn't wait another week, so I went to a fancy (expensive) salon in Willow Glen. They gave me one of the worst haircuts I've ever had. I lived with it for a week and then asked Nancy to fix it. She did a great job and it was a relief to be back with someone I trust. Nancy's prices are reasonable and she takes appointments.

Tiffany is the best! I have been going to her for waxing for over 6 years! Her work and…read moreprofessionalism is outstanding. She takes her time to understand your needs and exceeds them. The waxing process itself is so quick, clean, and her attention to detail shows the years of skill she has. Best waxer in the Bay Area.