One of the last old-school barbershops left in the city of Somerville Massachusetts. Everything else 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. read more

This is what my boyfriend came home with after getting his haircut today. Not sure how this could happen? 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. read more

St-8-Edge Barbershop - Barbers Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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Visiting from Cali, looking at schools with my kid and needed to get the dew cleaned up. Looked it up on yelp, Low and behold.....found this real deal barbershop that gives a great cut, smooth tunes and insight on anything/everything Boston area. The owner took me right in (no appt), set me up with a cool beverage, and did his magic. Been to many barbershops, but none like the gents at str8edge. Bravo gents...I'll be bach! read more

St-8-Edge Barbershop - Barbers Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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I walked into this place on a Saturday and waited for about 45 minutes to get my hair cut (which never happened, I just walked out). During this time I witnessed the barbers socializing with customers while random people walking in from the street would drop by and say 'what's up!' to the barbers. One of the barbers was drinking a beer while cutting a customer's hair -- the customer had brought a six pack with him (and sounded like he already had a few cold ones in him). There was a line of people sitting and waiting to get hair cuts, but the barbers would take 10 minute McDonalds breaks between haircutting sessions. These guys seemed 'very cool' with the customers who are probably bros with the barbers. I walked out after 45 minutes after I realized that it was taking them a very long time to administer a single haircut due to the tv watching, chitchat, fast food munching, beer drinking, and exchange of secret handshakes with their homeboys out front. If you know these barbers, it's probably a cool place to hang out for 2 hours while getting a 'ill trim,' but I will never walk into this place again. Maybe I'm too focused on efficiency, or maybe I was neglected for not being hip enough, but this place isn't for everyone. read more

A great atmosphere. Everyone is friendly and a skilled barber. It is a real deal Barbershop, if you want to know anything about Boston, Cambridge, or Somerville stop in and ask and get a cut. Also, have toys, play area, and books for the kids. M-F call ahead and make an appointment Saturday first come first serve.Get in the Shop by 8am be home by 10am read more

I got a line up done and I gave the barber $20 with tip. I left for less than like 5 mins and I hated my line up, so I called and asked if he can shave it all off. He said that's a totally different charge for something so simple that I already paid for. So he wanted me to pay $30 for a totally weird line up and then to shave it off. WTF. I already paid $20 for a line up and left for like less than 5 mins and wanted me to pay again to shave it all off. read more

Stumbled upon this place when I moved into the neighborhood. I'm used to an old school shop, more gentlemans spa, this place is the new version of what is so timeless about barbershops. The owner still cuts, and damn good (he cuts my hair). Music, tv's, conversation. The first time I sat and waited I felt like I had been there a hundred times. Very chill. Walked by the other day and they were having a customer appreciation BBQ, marky ( the owner, snatched me off the street and told me to come back and eat. Down to earth, relaxing, professional, and a staple in the neighborhood...... read more

St-8-Edge Barbershop - Barbers Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

I came in off the street and into a well lit and modern decorated barbershop. There were four barbers hard at work when I arrived on Friday night, and there were several guys waiting to get their hair cut. This was a good sign. Upbeat music and movies playing on the TVs helped the wait pass by quickly. There were also plenty of magazines available. My cut was precisely executed and neat. I never do anything complicated, but I could tell that from the other guys the barbers can handle any mens cut you throw at them. A straightedge neck shave rounded out the experience. Perfectly priced at $17. I highly recommend it. read more

I must have gone in when they're busy (2 in chairs, 2 waiting for their cuts), but I had the same experience as Tomasz. The barbers took forever with the cuts they were working on, chatting with everyone who came jn. I waited nearly 90 minutes while they took a kid who got there after I, and wasted time. I felt bad I had to leave, but geez were they slow. I think I gave them plenty of chance, but they've lost my business. Sorry. read more

If you don't take appointment on Saturday then you should remove Saturday from the list of Available Appointments. Regardless when I made the Appointment. A appointment was made because it showed available. Being Professional would of resulted in a response of "I'm sorry for the communication error on my booking". People make appointment based on the availability. I left your shop and made another appointment but the difference from professional and unprofessional is the other shop had no issue with honoring it. If you are tired of these reviews then Change how to Deceive your Appointment Availability. Take Ownership of your Errors. read more

Best neighborhood spot. If you come in more than once, they remember and treat you like an old friend. Come For the cut, stay for the banter and sweet music. read more

Worst haircut I can remember getting. I thought I was walking into a barber shop- butcher shop would be more accurate. The guy who cut my hair (I VERY clearly asked for a TRIM) ignored what I said and gave me the most f*cked up cut I have ever had. I wish I could state enough how much anyone else should steer clear of this disaster of an excuse for a barber shop. read more

I've had my haircut from almost every barber at one point here. All skilled in their own rights. This is an old school barber shop. What does that mean? You're not always gonna walk in and out in 25 mins with a cut. They take the time to get the cut right while also shooting the shit with everyone in there. This place is always filled with regulars getting a cut or just passing by to say hello. I feel bad for the people giving this place a bad review bc they are used to a boring chain cut with zero personality. I have a feeling it's the young kids moving in and feel like Somerville is now theirs. Want a great cut and some local banter? This is the place to go read more

I recently gave this place a second chance because I needed a quick cut before an interview. Big mistake. Both times I had to wait an excessive amount of time despite there being multiple barbers and only one customer at the time. It seems like the employees here spend the majority of the time hanging out with each other and ignore any customer that isn't one of their friends. During the cut my barber took multiple breaks to talk to his friend and gave off the general vibe like I was wasting his time. If you're friends with someone that works here I'm sure this is a great place to kill a few hours, but I'd stay away if you're a newcomer. After many moves and many barbershops, it's literally the only place I've ever felt uncomfortable enough to sign up for yelp to warn others about. Stick to barbers that make cutting hair a priority. read more

I just moved to the area and found this place on a Saturday am google search. Walked right in without a wait to a solid hair cut for $12. Barbers are local guys and they are pretty chummy with a lot people coming or going but it didn't effect my time or cut. They are real barbers working in a community, this ain't super cuts, I recommend them and will return when I can't the top of my ears. read more

Great service, entertaining conversation, above average results... No complaints here!

Got a solid cut here this morning. A real barbershop feel- used a straight razor on my neck as well, which I love . Thanks for the great cut! read more

Great guys, seems to be a neighborhood institution. I waited only for about 15 minutes, and they take time with the cut and put great attention to detail. Paid 15$ for a haircut and quick trim of my beard. Will definitely be back. read more

Best Barbershop in the Boston Area. Great location and regular customers are treated like family. If you're looking for a cut make sure to stop in or better yet make an appointment. Ask for Check! read more

The first time I went here I was halfway through getting my hair cut when the barber got a text from his mechanic and told me he had to check on his car. I sat with half a haircut for at least 5 minutes while he was gone. I decided to give the place another shot since there isn't too much else around here. There was a big line of young boys with their parents, waiting to get their haircuts. I took a seat in the corner and looked around, noticing how filthy the place was. Both of the barbers were busy stuffing their faces with pizza and everyone seemed to be on a bit of a break. I really needed a haircut so I decided to wait it out. I was really hoping they would wash their greasy hands before starting to cut hair again, but indeed some young boys hopped up in the chairs and they started to cut their hair without washing up first. Even worse was watching the two portly barbers start cutting hair WHILE CONTINUING TO EAT PIZZA! At that point I had had enough and walked out. read more

Awesome spot for a cut, very great guys who work there. They take their time and get you the cut you want. Nice atmosphere to be in, all the barbers know how to cut, style and shape. Well worth giving it a try, they have my business! read more

Friendly guys. They do high-and-tights, fades, etc. Anything with a razor. If you want any other style though, steer clear. That is all they can do. read more

My family and I were visiting the area for my brothers football camp. He was in desperate need of a haircut and we found this place online. My brother took a picture in of what he wanted and they did it exactly like the picture. My brother has weird hair and is a hard cut sometimes but the guy did a great job and cut his hair perfectly! I would recommend this place to anyone! read more