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Ruthies Neighborhood Barber - Barbers Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Ruthie is a great barber. I got the best cut in a long time. I will go back again and again.

Let me tell you about Ruthie! When I met her, I immediately felt comfortable with her easy-going personality and settled myself in her chair for the experience. Without me even telling her what I exactly wanted, she said that she knew the style that she wanted to give me as soon as I walked in the door. Then she told me to just close my eyes and let her do her thing! Now normally, my need to control such a thing as the way someone cuts my hair wouldn't allow me to be that trusting, but somehow I felt like I could trust her to give me the style that I wanted. So, I trusted her and she did not disappoint. I'm very pleased with the quality of her work and her instinctive nature that rendered me the perfect cut! Ruthie of "Ruthies Neighborhood Barber" on St. Marks Avenue in Park Slope Brooklyn is my new favorite place to go for a great haircut and good conversation... Go see Ruthie and let her work her magic for you. You won't be disappointed! read more

Ruthie cut my hair very well. It looks amazing. I'm glad I went in. I have short hair and it's sort of awkward to cut because its so straight and I'm so particular. What's interesting about this haircut is - usually I wear jell in my odd hair, but it looks good without the jell too. I know that sounds like 'huh'. But it's a thing :). I've been to the rest and RUTHIE IS THE BEST. read more

Ruthies Neighborhood Barber - Barbers Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I love Ruthie's. I can walk over there, say "2 on the sides, 3 on top" and get a haircut every time that I like and plays well at home. (No more waiting two weeks until it looks okay again, like used to happen at other places.) I no longer have any anxiety at all about hair cuts. Plus, Ruthie herself is great. She's a small business owner, fun to talk to, multi-talented and very welcoming. read more

Ruthies Neighborhood Barber - Everyone welcome - Barbers Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Best haircut experience I have ever had. Ruthie is the sweetest and best there is. She loves everyone and anyone.

Ruthie is a very sweet, personable, talented barber. I walked in, read a current issue of the New Yorker while I waited and when she was ready for me I was greeted with a smile and a handshake. I told her that my hair was a mess and that I needed to look good enough for mother approval, and I hadn't had a cut in six weeks or so. She took a look at my face for few seconds and said, "I'll give you just what you need." I agree with Peter K. "2 on the sides, 3 on top" is a winner every time. No frills, good looking haircut. Sharp. Walked out feeling like a new man. I have been searching New York for a decent, affordable haircut for years without any luck. I HAVE FINALLY FOUND IT. Go see Ruthie. You won't be let down. read more

I wish I knew about Ruthies years ago. I usually dread getting a haircut, explaining what i need etc. I walked by Ruthies shop and saw the sign that said "all are welcome" so I thought I'd try it out. In the shop she always plays music, usually jazz or R & B. She's a musician too and also does carpentry so during slow times you might walk in to find her practicing or sawing wood. She's cool and interesting, not your typical barber. All I ever have to tell her is "#3 guard all around and two fingers on top" and she does a great job! She knows her craft and needs little guidance. For about 23 dollars I get a "mens haircut" as some stylists refer to it, no BS and no attitude for a woman in a barber shop who just wants a quick haircut. read more

Warm-spirited, skilled and multi-talented, Ruthie is awesome. You can't help but love her. There's a real old-school vibe here. She plays music and talks to you. You're a person, and she cares about people. Go to her if you want more than a great cut. :) read more

Ruthie is hands down a Park Slope gem! A number of friends had been raving about Ruthie for ages now, and I was looking to maintain my "undercut", (while in-between appointments with my regular stylist), and after today's magical experience I can see why she has so many loyal customers! (Even the guy getting a cut before me was gushing about her.) I had never been to a barbershop before, but Ruthie was patient, helpful and very informative! I had an idea about blade size I wanted but to make sure I was comfortable with that length she showed me what the blade one up would feel/look like on the side of my head and then when I said I wanted a lower blade size she did cut a bit more off with the lower blade size to make sure I was okay with the length. She's defiantly a measure twice cut once sort of person, i.e. very detailed and meticulous! This will hands down be my go to place for touchups and cuts! One should also note that Ruthie always suggests giving the shop a call to see what time it's open until (or when it opens) because being a one person shop sometimes magical gems like her need to spread her magic elsewhere! (Def. my words and not hers.); aka sometimes she's not open during the hours that "yelp" suggests she open at. Def. give her a try! Run, don't walk there!!! What are you waiting for? Seriously..... read more

This is my first time at Ruthie's. When I walked in there were 3 ppl ahead of me. I was in and out in about an hour. As for the haircut, Ruthie was amazing. She walked me through me each step of the haircut, letting me create my own style. I was a little concerned because I was the only girl among her barbershop male regulars. But, she was so great!!!! She did not bat an eye and she invited my girlfriend to help her with my cut. It was such a warm and comfortable experience. Her mixed CD was an added bonus. read more

A hidden gem, an amazing person, and one of the best haircuts I've had-- This is the little barbershop that could. I called ahead on a late Sunday evening and she was waiting for me, the last cut of the day. We talked jazz and wood shop and she was so deft and attentive. I didn't have to ask for a touch-up or fixes; got-it-right-the-first-time skill of a true master barber. Will definitely return! read more

Ruthie is a lifesaver. She saved me from the worst haircut I ever had. She knew exactly what to do, and did it with professionalism, class, and a fantastic sense of humor. Ruthie and her barbershop are essential to the community in that Brooklyn neighborhood. I can't recommend her enough. read more

It's an experience upon entering the music and personal attention takes you back to the days when people were proud of their trade and making their customers comfatabke and proud to be in good hands. I brought my 17 yr old son from Staten Island and any one with a teen knows they are a breed impossible to please especially their hair. He has gorgeous thick locks and I've yet to see him with a great cut. Today he got just that a great cut with a great barbershop experience. We will be back Thank you Ruthie! read more

Ruthies Neighborhood Barber - Barbers Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I've been coming to Ruthie's Neighborhood Barber Shop for close to 2 years and wouldn't dream of getting my hair cut anywhere else in NYC! The cuts are affordable, and Ruthie is phenomenally skilled as a barber. She approaches each customer with authentic warmth, humor, and attentiveness that you simply won't find elsewhere. This is evident from the cozy interior of the shop - filled with trinkets and memorabilia that she has collected over the years - and can also be seen in Marc Lombardo's delightful short documentary of Ruthie and her craft, which can be found on Vimeo. read more

Ruthies Neighborhood Barber - Barbers Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Ruthie's is an excellent place to get a haircut (at least as a man). Here are two notes: 1) Ruthie is a barber, not a hair stylist. She will cut your hair but I doubt very much that she will (or can) style it. If you've got fancypants, don't bother. 2) Ruthie is a carpenter by trade (her barbershop doubles as her workshop). Like any carpenter worth their salt she measures before she cuts. First she measures how many fingers long your hair is when you sit down and then asks how many fingers long you'd like it to be. Then she measures out that many fingers before each and every cut. This makes for even and accurate results but it takes a little while. I wouldn't suggest her if you're in a rush. Otherwise she is a really sweet, warm person. She likes to talk so ask her about her life, it's an interesting one. Good listener, too, you'll find time passes easily in her chair. read more

On Ruthie's web site (and on yelp) it says Sunday hours are 1:30 - 9pm. I've just made a sweaty 20 min walk on a humid summer night to find the place closed at 6:45pm, read more

I stopped by Ruthie's because I was looking for something quick, decently priced, and nearby. The reviews that already existed were glowing, so I headed in. Ruthie was actually trying to head out on a quick break when I walked up, but she very warmly welcomed me in and took good care of me. I love the fact that Ruthie's shop is no-frills and that Ruthie is so personable. For $23 (plus a tip, of course) you get a great cut, some REAL human time, and the knowledge that someone who is truly a hard worker and master of her craft hooked you up. If you're not set on a stylist and like good, honest haircuts, Ruthie is who you need to see. read more

Ruthie is one of a kind. The first time I sat in her chair she understood how my hair grows and how to cut it just the way I like it. (No easy feat.) And to top it all off Ruthie is as kindhearted as she is talented. I am always guaranteed to walk out of Ruthie's Barbershop feeling renewed, enlightened and looking good. read more

Ruthie is amazing! I generally hate going to barbershops because of the anxiety of really having to push my case for what I want, and dealing with the rush to get you out of the chair. Ruthie takes the time to get to know you and your aesthetic needs. She truly treats her work like a craft and each client like an old friend. Precise, attentive, and just great. read more

We took our 17-month old son into Ruthie's one Sunday afternoon on a lark after a friend recommended we use a real barber rather than a children's salon for a more affordable child's haircut. I had a good feeling about Ruthie the minute we started talking to her. After putting on some great disco music and getting my son settled into the child's chair, she took her time to help me figure out exactly how much I wanted to take off my son's hair (measured in fingers). She was amazingly patient when he got squirmy and distraught towards the end of the haircut. I will be bringing my son back to Ruthie's for all future hair-cuts! read more

Ruthie was not just one of the best barbers I've ever encountered, but also one of the best HUMANS I've ever encountered. She had me sit down and explained her system of cutting hair, then asked how I wanted it. I was more than satisfied with my cut, and the conversation was phenomenal. I'm new to the city and she made me feel at home. Finding a comfortable place to get your hair cut is difficult, I'm glad I stumbled upon her shop. read more

An absolute gem of a person Ruthie is. Serious artist, I'm glad I found this place. Amazing experience, can't recommend enough. Excellence.

Everything everyone else says about Ruth is true, but I thought that I'd add that her hours have been a little inconsistent lately - for perfectly understandable reasons. If you're trying to get a cut in the early afternoon, give her a call first and check the answering machine. Or, reading off her card, her cell is 917-412-1072. read more

Ruthie is the best! I really like the finger/number system she uses, I gave her a length using her system and an idea I was going for and she nailed it. I've been looking for a great cut in BK for a couple years now, and while many have been good, Ruthie tops them all. She's also a really nice person to boot! Bonus. We had a great talk about how each day is new and full of possibilities and how a positive attitude breeds good things. Being the best version of you takes cultivation and dedication. I woke up the day after my cut ready for anything! I will say it helps to call ahead because she's a one woman shop. The first time I went I tried to just walk up and the door was locked. I was on my way home but then decided to give her a call. ( I really needed a haircut) She said come on back! Even just leaving a message so she knows your headed that way can help out. I've found this to be true of any barber you want to be a regular for. Especially the best barbers. read more

Really enjoyed my trip to Ruthie's. I read the reviews and saw images of the shop on Yelp and thought it looked like a good place. It was. Ruthie was great, very thorough finding out what I wanted and even more thorough executing - a true Master Barber. It is a far better cut and experience than anywhere in Manhattan or Williamsburg and I have tried quite a few. read more

I've been going to Ruthies Neighborhood Barbershop for years. The shop is sparce - two wooden benches, large magazine collection, one chair. Ruthie herself is a fantastic, friendly barber who is always welcoming and knows hair. Customers are loyal and at $23 dollars the basic men's haircut isn't cheap but it is skilled. This is the definition of a local business; you will feel good about getting your hair cut here. read more

By far the best place I've ever gone to get my hair cut. Ruthie did a fantastic job and was very friendly. Really appreciated the effort she put into my haircut, it wasn't rushed or sloppy like it has been at other places in the neighborhood. Can't recommend her enough. Thanks!! read more

Ruthie is a very skilled barber, and a lovely woman. A gem of a place. Definitely coming here from now on.

Simply amazing. Ruthie is the best. Ive been living in NYC for about 2 years and have been searching high and low to find someone to cut this mop. She takes all the anxiety out of getting a hair cut and makes you feel relaxed unlike most barbers who want to get you in and out as fast as possible. THANK YOU RUTHIE!!! read more

We passed by once and saw Ruthie working. I was intrigued, a barber woman, and showed Ruthie's shop to my husband. I suggested he should go there the next time he needed a cut. So, finally, he went there as my birthday gift. I sat there and we chatted all along, sang Frank Sinatra songs and Etha James... Very nice cut, fresh looking, well done- and he enjoyed the smooth experience. Next, Ruthie says she's going to install the karaoke machine she just got, so her waiting clients can sing-along. Looking forward to returning! read more

Since I found Ruthie I have never considered going anywhere else for a haircut as long as I'm in Brooklyn. You'll get a carefully executed haircut, good music, maybe some telenovelas, and a gentle dose of wisdom from a lovely person. Be ready to give her your "numbers" - a two-digit figure that indicates how many finger-widths of hair you'd like on the sides and on top. For example - "23" means two finger-widths on the side and three on top. Sounds simple, but she knows what she's doing. read more

I love Ruthie's. It's exactly what a neighborhood barbershop should be. Ruthie gives great cuts--she's precise and thorough. She remembers her customers, and is always warm and welcoming, as is the shop itself. If, like me, you want the same cut each time, Ruthie tells you your "numbers" (blade, finger length of hair), and has you store them in your phone before you leave. Next time you come in you give her the numbers and you're all set. I love this. I'd been going to Astor and every time I walked out with another random cut that wasn't really what I wanted. It's $26 for a cut, which is on par with what I've paid at all other good shops. Astor and the random barbers I've found elsewhere are a few bucks cheaper but I'm never happy with the cut. Plus they always stick me with someone random, whereas at Ruthie's it's always Ruthie. Go here, seriously. Support the local shop! read more

You go to the hairdresser for the cut and the chat. Ruthie beyond all doubt excels at both of these. here unique finger measures leave you with a sharp trim. her neighbourhood stories and warmth leave you inspired. read more

Ruthie is a sweetheart an does great haircuts. I've been going to her for three years now. There's always a friendly vibe there. You'll be glad you stopped in. read more

I'm sorry to be the voice of dissent, but this was a thoroughly mediocre cut. There is just nothing special about it, I'd even say it's a bit choppy looking. She is very friendly and attentive, which is great, but in the end it's basically a $15 Astor Place cut for $23. read more

Lazy haircut, was given 2 options for how short to cut. When asked to texturize/thin my hair I had to specifically tell her how to do it. She recieved a call while I was in the seat and was in a hurry fo me to leave afterwards. Didnt bother to clean me up or blowdry the hair that was all over me off. Not worth the price $23, she assumed I'd leave the change of $25 even though its her place, which I did beause she didn't even offer it. Acceptable cut when all said and done. read more

A haircut starts with this: "What are your numbers?". I've tried 3 and 2, 2 and 2, and now I've settled on 3 and 3. That's how many finger-widths for the top and how many for the sides. The haircut begins according to those initial guidelines, and then gets amended until you're satisfied. I was happy enough with my first to keep coming, and with trial and error it keeps getting better. Well worth the price, and it's a nice, friendly, low-key one-woman operation. You really have to call to find out what hours she'll be open the day you're planning to show up. I hope she can stay in that neighborhood. I'd hate to have to have to search again for another place. read more

Makes you feel right at home in her quaint shop, and doesn't quit until she's given you a flawless haircut. Highly recommend it.

Ruthie is an incredible barber. She listens and makes sure she cuts your hair how YOU want it. She is one of the very few barbers I've gone to where I go out of my way to make sure I get my haircut done by her. read more