I will bike 40 mins one way to get a haircut with Sandy. I can't go to another barber because I have no vocabulary to tell someone else what I want. I tell her I want it "shorter", she asks some questions, and makes is simple. It always looks great. She does a better job than if I decided how to cut my own hair, I am slowly balding, so I trust the process. read more

Got a regular men's haircut. Nice lady and good service. Very professional and easy to get what I wanted.

Sandy is consistently great. She gets you in and out quickly and is very kind as well. Highly recommended!

The rudest staff member/business owner I have ever spoken with in my entire life. They rudely hung up on me twice for no reason when I politely tried to make an appointment. I don't understand how a business with such rude staff and bad attitude can possibly stay in business. It will be a cold day in Hell before I ever try to contact this establishment again. Compared to them Count Almaviva in Le nozze di Figaro was a model of courtesy and kindness. read more

I just popped in on Sandy without an appointment. She was finishing with the client she had in the chair. Her 4:00 was late and didn't show. She asked me what I wanted. I told her, and she swiftly went to work. She gave me exactly the haircut I wanted. I think Sandy is a great haircutter and I will not hesitate to book her in the future. My hair is short and it is now shorter, but it is exactly what I wanted. read more

I can't make it to Sandy's before the 5:30 closing time, but I called and she was flexible with scheduling me at 5:30. Haircut was super quick, maybe 20 min total, and looks fine. My regular place seems to be having longer wait times, up to 3 weeks these days, so this was perfect. read more

Sandy is a great hairstylist at a reasonable price. I drive from the east side to get my haircut with her and I've been going to her for over 10 years. read more

Sandy is solid. She's affordable and good at her job. This is a no frills place to get a decent haircut. She works with my receding hairline as best as she can. Sandy is only barber in her shop so it's very covid friendly and she takes great precautions like disinfecting after each cut and wearing a plastic mask. Come support a great local business. read more

I've tried 20+ hair stylists in Madison and haven't been to a new stylist once I found Sandy read more

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Sandy's very skilled. This was the easiest, quickest haircut I've ever had and it was just what I wanted. She definitely is good at her job. Nice small clean shop. read more

Been here a few times. Like the others say, she's super sweet and good at what she does. She'll talk if you want to talk, she'll just do her thing if you don't really engage. She's got the news on right by the chair so you have something to stare at if you like. Reasonably priced, especially for the job she does. She also used a little vacuum when she's done to suck up the extra hairs on my head, got more of the loose hairs off and it felt really cool so that was a plus. Never seen anyone do that, but maybe I've been to too many chains. Overall, great experience, great value, great lady. Totally recommend her read more

Saw this place while parking to get hair cut at franchise chain. Decided to go here instead. Glad I did. Great local barbershop. Very friendly. Haircut price in line with competition. Nice local owned business. I didn't have cash on me and she said, "no problem, I'm here until six, just come back and pay me". I did find some in my wallet but...how often do you hear that? read more

Sandy's West Side Barber Shop - Barbers Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

This is my go-to barbershop. Sandy is personable, a good listener, and always gives me a good cut. The prices are really reasonable for Madison and there was only one occasion where I couldn't get in the same day that I called. She is detail oriented and has no trouble giving you the same cut to your preference that you got the last time you went. Like others have said, she's not the most talkative but will have a conversation if you engage with her. I love the little vacuum! The first time it sketched me out but I've come to love it and think that it's an excellent part of the experience. Overall, I would recommend this barbershop to anybody in need of a cut. As a trans person I've struggled to find a barber who makes me feel comfortable - and Sandy does just that. read more

I can't say enough great things about this barber shop. After terrible haircuts at The Barbershop on Junction Road, and overpriced haircuts at one of Madison's upper-tier salon, I decided to give Sandy's a try. During her consultation, she actually listened to what I wanted. She didn't nod her head and then cut it like a beauty-school assembly line like a lot of other stylists. To make things even better, she is nice. The shop is cozy and I've only ever been in there with one other customer waiting. This is personalized service from a professional who knows what she is doing. Plus, the price of $17 is not much more than The Barbershop or other chains. Do yourself a favor and give Sandy some business. She rocks. read more

Posting a quick update: I'm pretty much a regular now, it's just like all the other reviews said: Sandy is fast, cheap but attentive and very nice. She sometimes also keeps the store open past normal hours if there's an appointment too! Highly recommended. read more

Although I gather she has been in this locaton quite a long time, I just noticed the place while passing by a few months back and started going here for my haircuts. It's been an all around great experience. Sandy is both personal and very competent. I have been really happy with the result on every visit. Although she seems to pretty much have clients coming through all the time I've never had problem getting in her chair as a walk-in with minimal wait time. As others have mentioned, her prices are very reasonable which is great because it leave plenty of room for a nice size tip, which you're gonna want to do 'cause she's a great barber! read more

Going here 11 years, now drive 28 miles round trip to see her. The service is excellent, she communicates well about appointments, and she is busy because she is so good. Happy to see her success, even if it means it's harder for me to get a haircut. read more

Sandy is awesome. You cannot go wrong by having her cut your hair. She is personable, her prices are fair, and I have never gotten a bad haircut from her. read more

I love her haircut-style for my hair. It's very neat, fine and perfect. The hairstylist explained about business haircut style for me. Complete yet comprehensive. Two thumbs. Price is reasonable. read more

Went here while waiting for a haircut at a chain place. Sandy is great. This is a "no-thrills" place with friendly demeanor, affordable hair-cuts, and always a job well done. I've become a regular with her and she always gets me in around the time that I want. Plus, it's nice to support a locally owned business for once (since I do most of my shopping on Amazon!). :) read more

BEST. HAIRCUT. EVER. I was in Madison on a trip, needed a cut and saw her great reviews. Was able to get a same day appointment. My wife was so happy with the cut, I took our 19 year old son the next day. His cut was equally as good. Sandy is an interesting, sweet lady. Enjoys what see does and is good at it. I'll definitely be back when in Madison again! read more

Back home I had been going to the same barber for over 15 years. When I moved to Madison I read some reviews and decided to give this place a shot after a few disappointing cuts at some chain places. Sandy is great! Her prices are good, and she gave me the best haircut I've had in a long time. This is now my go to place. read more

Great Barber Shop! Very reasonably priced! Not too many shops like this around anymore, love it!

Being new in town, I looked at reviews to find a haircut. I had unfortunately been quite busy so was overdue for a haircut. I have always gone to a barber as I like to support small businesses and like having the same person cut my hair. I have a fairly standard trimmer cut with minimal scissor cutting needed on top - I gave details as recommended by my prior barber - the clipper size, inches, and even showed a pic after my last cut. She primarily cuts with a trimmer and cut my hair extremely short and my side burns were both cut short and one 1cm higher than the other when asked to keep it down to the level of my ear lobe. When disappointed with the result, she took no responsibility and told me that I should have just asked for a trim and I don't need to tell her anything. She did not ask any questions through the haircut whatsoever. I am very disappointed with the haircut - likely the worst experience I have had. I am glad the other reviewers like their cut but I would be careful she understands what you want if you are particular at all. read more

I've been going here for my last few haircuts, and it has been a phenomenal experience each time. She is very attentive to my severe cowlicks, and makes adjustments so my hair stays looking good. Then she takes a vacuum brush to clean up loose hairs and puts talc on so they don't fall onto your clothes and you stay fresh. If you don't have cash on hand, she'll tell you "Come in tomorrow, I'll be here." Great customer service, low prices, and incredible haircuts. What more can you ask from a barber? I would absolutely recommend Sandy to anybody who likes staying neat and clean! read more

Really great shop. Very reasonable prices, Sandy is a great cutter and a very nice person.

Quick and simple cut...... prices are the same as anywhere else but availability for her is better than the competition. Will definitely be going back! read more

Great haircut, reasonably priced, friendly and fast service, and conveniently located. What more can you ask for?