After my barber decided to change professions, i decided to go ahead and take the plunge with Sweeney Todds. What initially caught my eye was the aesthetic of the place. Clean, Straight to the point and no fluff. Just Old School and no filler with the goal of capturing a great haircut. Upon further research it came to my attention that most of the interior, including the chairs themselves were from the 1950s and original which added to the Charm. I booked an appt with Mr. Sweeney himself and let him do the work. With a couple of picture references, he went straight to business. I Came out looking like a million bucks, and the prices were more than fair for the attention to detail he used not only with the clippers but scissors as well. His easy going persona also added to the Charm of the experience. I found my new dedicated barber! read more

This place is the BEST. Sweney and Rudy are both fantastic barbers and the shop itself is like out a movie. There are pictures of old timey tough guys on the walls, vinitage girlie magazines to peruse while you wait and they are always playing great tunes. Price is also pretty reasonable. Love this place. read more

Love this shop! Ivan takes care of me. Very detailed and gives a great beard trim. Top notch!!

I went to this place before pandemic and was exactly 3 minutes late. Sweeny was totally rude and aggressive about my being late. Despite being apologetic for my tardy, he continued with jabs that became personal. Fortunately I got up from his chair before he made the first trim. I'm not one to write reviews, especially negative ones. Always give people the benefit of the doubt--unless they're a bully. read more

My daughter has been begging me to go here forever since she loves the musical. So I gave in lol. This place is great Sween gave me a great cut. I was told he would even sing during your haircut if you ask, but didn't ask since my daughter wasn't with me. This place has such a great energy and love the haircut! Thanks again, I'll come back again! read more

This is not your little brothers hair stylist. This is a mans barber shop. Leave your cellphones and femininity at home. This is what a mans barber shop is and should be. Sweeney Todds is a throwback to a time where people loved their craft instead of just showing up to work. The passion for being the best is experienced each time you hear 'Snip snip'. From read more

My boyfriend has been blessed with hair so thick, you can store loose change and snack foods between his curls. It's beautiful lustrous stuff, and I'm hoping baldness spares him. The downside, of course, is that it usually looks ridiculous within two weeks of either end of a haircut. Now I don't get my hair cut at Sweeney Todd's, but I believe my opinion is as valuable as Matt's. As Dionne says in "Clueless," "I'm the one who has to look at you!" To all the ladies looking to set your fellows up with respectable haircuts - check this place out. If he has a real job and doesn't want to spend his weekend time waiting around for a haircut, remind him that an hour or two is not a terrible investment for something you will have to live with for the next several weeks. Unfortunately, Sweeney Todd's does not allow appointments, and on Saturdays you can expect to wait upwards of an hour. It's worth it. Put your name down and walk around the neighborhood, or sit on one of the benches and enjoy the atmosphere and watch the barbers at work. The shop is adorable. It should be in a musical - one that doesn't involve murdering customers and baking them into pies. It has this old time vibe, with mint green decor and an owner who wears a beret and writes down names on a chalkboard. The atmosphere is vibrant, and the place fills up with waiting customers of all ages. The barbers are very friendly, and they take time to chat and joke with each other and with customers. They have tattoos and muscles and gelled back hair, but they're more old-fashioned than Jersey Shore. There are three chairs, and requesting a particular barber can either delay or speed up your haircut. Most important of all, they do an amazing job cutting hair. Matt has been here twice, the second time at my insistence when the first cut lasted two months without a single bad hair day. He requested the same barber, who noted that his hair was "long and strong" and proceeded to tame it before my eyes. He took his time and figured out exactly how to tackle my boyfriend's thick forest of curls. When he was done, he styled it with lots of gel, and though Matt washed it out pretty fast, I thought it was kind of a fun look, particular to a different decade. There was a kid sitting in the chair next to him who got the same treatment, and the two of them made a cute picture. It's been a few weeks since this haircut, and Matt's hair looked great short and is growing out without getting crazy and puffy. Incidentally, a cut costs around $20. That's a little more than you'd pay at a Supercuts, but it's reasonable for the time and care these guys put into each haircut. Sweeney Todd's is worth the hassle, too - an hour's wait is nothing for great hair. Trust me, gentlemen, your girls will thank you. read more

We had the privilege to be able to film at Sweeney Todd's and talk with Sween about the shop not too long ago. A great authentic classic mens barbershop with decor to take you back in time to experience how you grandparents grew up. A gem of a barbershop for the local community! Feel free to check out our interview with Sween at Sweeney Todd's Barber Shop: https://youtu.be/8dR6wlxe5jc read more

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I NEVER leave yelp reviews. This is actually my first Yelp review. I literally have been looking for 2 years around the LA area to find a person that could cut me a classic tapered DA and a pomp after my original barber retired. Most hipster "barber shops" that I went to would just either not know how to do it or literally get mad at me saying "It's just the way you style it...". I would then get a mediocre hair cut and have to spend too much time styling it to get it the way I wanted to look. Then Ivan Quezada, after a brief discussion about my qualms, gave me a haircut. It was perfect! I'm most definitely going to become a regular to this joint because they have not forgotten on how to give classic haircuts. Thank you again for your hospitality and your work! See you again soon. read more

Sween is my official barber for about 1.5 years. The experience of online booking is perfect and there is no wait if you get there on time. I go because these guys care about your cut. They are precise and careful and experienced. Go to Floyds or Rubys and you might not get the same service or pride. Some people on here are complaining about the personality of the barbers, but it's obvious to me the fault is in these customers. This isn't the Verizon Store where they kiss your ass and give you fake niceties. They are men and they are there to give you great haircuts and great service. Show up on time, be pleasant and you'll see how great of guys they are. Don't get hissy when you walk in without an appointment and expect to get a cut. If Sween can schedule you in, he will, but this place is exclusively run on online appointments. The atmosphere is amazingly cool and I love being in there, but the best part is the haircut. You're gonna like the way you look, I guarantee it. read more

Sweeney Todd's Barber Shop - Proud that this man is my barber. He's a great guy and a skilled craftsman. - Barbers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I just had the best beard trim of my life. I have gotten the beard trim + haircut combo all over the Silver Lake and Echo Park area - Sweeney Todd's is by far the best barber shop I have been to. The place is legit, complete with 1950s mid century modern furniture that gives it a real cool vibe. Jessie took excellent care of me, cut my hair exactly as i asked, and did a perfect job trimming my beard. If you are serious about your beard, i recommend going to these guys. There are so many folks in the area that will run some clippers up and down your face, and trim the mustache - and leave you with a flimsy excuse of a beard that you wish would just instantly grow back. At Sweeny's they take the time to perfectly shape and manicure a beard. I very much appreciate the straight razor + hot shaving cream. They have my business for as long as I am in LA. read more

Finally had an opportunity to visit Sweeney Todd's for a haircut. The location is extremely easy to get to with metered street parking and side street parking in Rodney Dr. The shop is right near La Luz de Jesus (Wacko) and easy to find. Upon entering the shop, I was greeted by Sween (Owner) and Jesse, and was kindly asked to take a seat. From the moment I sat down I was immediately reminded of trips to the barbers with my GrandDad. The shop was extremely clean and maintained. The 'time-warp' kicked in with the attention to detail in decorum, with period music setting the tone, magazine racks with periodicals and pulp books from the era. Even down to the cigarette machine, water cooler and display case with vintage products. It was a really cool visual experience, but, please don't touch. Glad I showed up early so I could relax and take in the vintage flair. Now down to business; you definitely have to schedule an appointment online, as there was no time either of the barbers were not busy. They had a steady stream of appointments and were up to the task. They offer up traditional haircuts, shaves with hot towel and services for Seniors and Kids. I had scheduled my appointment with Rudy. He was very professional and immediately asked what type of haircut I was looking for after I sat in the chair. I always get a low fade with a 0 blend and hard-part, but, remember this is a traditional shop, my mistake. After kindly being advised by that they do not perform hard-parts or undercuts, I let him know that I was okay with that and that I also needed a trim on the top. Well, I couldn't be happier with the results. He started with the '0' shave and then gradually blended the fade, taking his time to double check that everything was even, and continued to blend and perfect the fade as he went along. Once he was satisfied the fade, he scissored the sides/top and back, and even corrected some mistakes from my previous haircut, taking his time to make sure the cut was neat. When everything was tight, he used hot shave cream and straight edged all the edges. A nice and tight proper haircut. Overall, the haircut turned out to be exactly what I wanted and the experience was all business. Rudy knew what I was looking for and did not disappoint. I'll be back when I'm ready. - - If you want a traditional haircut in a proper shop, this is the spot. It is not your local chop-shop or salon. Make sure to book online and take cash with you, no cards/debit...'credit makes enemies, cash make friends.' read more

Really enjoyed my experience and Sween gave me the best cut I've had in years. He took Venmo, too, without hesitation--I see some 'cash only' reviews. If Musso & Frank were a barbershop, it would be Sweeney Todd's. read more

Since I've moved to LA about 4 years ago, I typically never trust anyone with my stuff, LET ALONE my hair. Either I cut it myself or I've had friends do it with hand sheers "on the field" and I make it work. I've been here once moons ago and just today, decided, that it's time to give a proper barber a try again and I went back to the place I had a great experience with upon moving here. I've gone to plenty of "Traditional, Classic, and Rock N Roll" Barbers and Barber Shops over the years now and they've all turned into what feels more like a Salon than a Barber Shop and I never get exactly what I want be it the haircut, environment, the technician/barber/stylist (whateverthehell) or otherwise! The Shop: I'm a pretty simple guy, I don't need much. The shop, I feel at home the moment I walk in the door, even when I'm the stranger. It's not much, but it feels like home. As a collector of many things, it's eye candy and appealing to know what Im looking at, despite maybe for some, being relics of the past. As much of a rouser and a rocker that I am, I do like the docile sounds of old Dance Bands, Big Band, Swing, etc etc etc. it's relaxing. It's cozy. It feels like going to a nice quiet Pub, after a long day and just vegging out over a pint and a dram.... but getting your haircut. I know what you're thinking, where do I get this? Anyhow, The Barber: I had the opportunity of having my ears lowered by Ben and I just gave an initial and upwards of 5 words (ok maybe more than 5, but you get it) on how I wanted my hair. Ducktail the Back. Quiff. Tony Curtis." Knew EXACTLY what I wanted and was vocal about my likings through entire process. How I wanted my waterfall/(elephants) trunk, on and on. It's exactly what I wanted and all I need is a running Jalopy and we're ready to go! Plus, my wife likes it, so that puts the icing on the cake. I'll be back again and to see the Homeboy Ben next time I need a solid cut! You guys Rock. P.S. Don't listen to these other jokers on here about this and that. They're just material girls in a material world and if they wanted modern cuts or whatever the hell weird fade and indentions, LA is lousy with salons that will give you the BroCut or whatever jingo-jango you're looking for. Do your research folks. read more

DAMN!!! i really don't know how long i been coming to Sweeney Todd's barber shop. i started getting my hair cuts when it was still called andy's. 1993 maybe i have had my hair cut from everyone there one time or another .. i started with Danny 1st .. but he always had a line of people waiting for him ( he still does ).. so one time i had Todd cut my hair and never went back...... i never had a bad cut from Todd. at that time he rented a chair now he owns the place . my son also will only get his hair cut from Todd (his 5yrs old ) so if you looking for a real man's barber shop... the uses a straight edge razor for shaving you face not cutting you hipster hair . Sweeney Todd's is the place ......also Sweeney Todd's has great tunes, decor, and old school mags. read more

Sweeney Todd's Barber Shop - mile's 5yrs .....getting the best cut in town from todd. - Barbers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Been coming here for about six years, since the "Andy's" days. Always liked it then; like it even better now. I need an old style haircut, a flat top. Finding barbers that can still do it is difficult. Finding younger barbers that have learned to do it has been almost impossible. But these guys are into the old school. I've had a flat top from every barber and they've all been great. I'm also a fan of the music: 40s through 60s big band and latin. Sweet! The whole feel of the place is retro, and the barbers have a retro skill level, as in very high. If you've been doing SuperCuts or the equivalent, give Sweeney Todd's a try. read more

I come to Sweeney Todd's for 2 things: The atmosphere and a great cut. Being here is like going back in time. You can tell that care was put into the shop to give it that fantastic 40's/50's vibe. This is definitely my go to Barber Shop when I'm in LA. Rudy has been my Barber of choice. Been making appointments through online system and Rudy has always been ready within a couple of minutes of me getting there. He really takes care to make my cut just right. After visiting a couple of other Barber Shops, I can tell you that I really appreciate his attention to detail and expertise in recommending what might fit you best if what you ask for won't fly as well as you think. Rudy is just awesome that way. Overall, I highly recommend coming here, especially if you're new to Barber Shops, it's just a great place, with great guys who know how to cut hair. The escape you get from coming here is very much worth it. A+ read more

I do not know how this got for 4 Stars, honestly. I think they are overprice for the quality of the hair cut but that is fine Los Angeles things are expensive and I would have no problem in paying the price if they were friendly and have a good customer services. Extremely rude and condescending. The whole time that I was getting my hair cut it was a very uncomfortable feeling, just a cold room with someone that does want to provide the service. Also, the smell of cigarettes in his hands were awful. read more

I've been coming to get my haircut at Sweeney Todd's Barber Shop for about two years. I've had the best haircuts I've ever had in my life here. When I first started coming, Rudy was my barber. After he left (he's now back) I sat with Sween and he did a terrific job. I missed the old chair so I decided to go back and get a haircut from Jesse, who took over Rudy's chair. Jesse has been my barber ever since and he gives a great haircut. He takes his time, and is precise. I wanted to also mention something I've told both Rudy and Jesse individually. They have both given me great haircuts in a shorter than expected time frame. Sometimes barbers will spend 45 minutes to an hour cutting your hair, trying to get it perfect, and actually you leave with a less than perfect haircut because they spent too much time trying to get it right. These guys don't mess around. You're in and you're out, with a great haircut. Also, Sween has done a tremendous job with the look of this place. It's a classic barbershop. A lot of new barbershops try to hop on the vintage trend, but Sween just gets it. It's not a trend here, it's just the way things are. Classic. A true barbershop for gentleman. Love it. There's classic car magazines to read, Playboy's from the 60's, and all the things a barbershop is supposed to have. Thank you guys for all of the great haircuts! It's been a pleasure giving you my business. read more

If I could, I would give this Barber Shop 3-1/2 starts instead of 3. PROS: I went to Sweeney Todd's for about 2 years. This is a true old-time Barber Shop. It serves as the shop featured in "Mad Men," in "Storage Wars," and in several television commercials. You can make reservations online and select the Barber of your choice. The Barbers usually run on time, and if they're running behind schedule, they won't "make up the lost time" on your haircut . . . even if you're a first-time customer. Like the Barbers of yesteryear, they will use a razor around your ears and on the nape of your neck, and you can get a luxurious straight-razor shave here. Their prices are very reasonable. CONS: Sween, the owner, was the Barber who cut my hair. While his clipper work is absolutely superb, he needs to improve his shear work. And as one other reviewer said, I had to tell Sween what I wanted every time I came in. Unfortunately, Sween did not remember that I wanted the nape of my neck to be cut straight up-and-down; vertically -- and he ALWAYS cut it in (i.e., at an angle). When I would remind him about it, he didn't accept my reminders particularly well. Don't get me wrong, . . . you won't get a bad haircut here. In fact, if your hairstyle is one which is cut mostly using clippers, and you like the slicked-down "wet" look which is popular these days, you'll probably like this shop a great deal. This business is very successful, but like old-fashioned Barber Shops, they don't use blow-dryers, so if you're accustomed to a more modern men's hair styling salon where your hair is blown dry, you might be disappointed. I would respectfully suggest that Sween remember what his customers want in a haircut and he both encourage and welcome feedback from his customers with grace and diplomacy. That having been said, he's a good guy, and I wish him all the best. read more

I love my haircut from here! The '50s atmosphere was really cool. The guys were all really kind and professional. I will definitely go back! Only one word of warning: it is cash only so stop at an ATM first! read more

I came in with me and my sister. Who has a short buzz cut. She was looking for a fresh buzz and trim , And they said they only do men's hair cuts. She kept insisting it's the same thing. That she wanted a men's haircut. But they kept saying we only do men's haircuts. Then said they were too busy that day even though the shop was empty. Thought it was 2019 . Still fucked. read more

I was getting my hair cut here from Jessie for a while and the cuts were great. That said, there is a vibe at this shop that is not as up-beat as I'd like so I now going over to a different place. read more

Been coming to Jesse for about a year now. I always walk out looking like a million damn dollars. He takes his time with your cut so you never feel rushed. The vibe here is relaxed....turn off your cell phone, relax and enjoy the terrific lounge soundtrack. The online reservation system is a breeze...never had a problem. Prices are also very reasonable. Be sure to take advantage of some of the old school services they offer.. BTW: Rudy is back at the shop after a year-long absence. You simply can't go wrong with anyone on this team. Let them do their thing and you won't be sorry. read more

Extremely rude and condescending. Appointments only, so you'll have to make an account with some annoying reservation website. I showed up ten minutes late because there was tons of road work on the way. Two barbers were just standing around in the shop, talking. They said they wouldn't take me because I was late. Which is whatever, that's the policy they want, great. But the guy was so unbelievably smug about it, telling me "Maybe next time show up on time." Thanks for the advice, pal. He proceeded to light up a cigarette as I left. Yep, you look so busy. read more

I had gotten good haircuts here before from Jesse. I needed a haircut before Thanksgiving and didn't see his name listed for reservations, so I decided to go with Sween figuring he'd be just as good. The first red flag: when showing me the progress of my haircut, he would hold up the mirror for a couple seconds and then quickly move it away. I had to ask him to bring the mirror back so I could actually get a look at what he was doing. Then he took a phone call in the middle of the haircut, leaving me sitting in the chair for at least 5 minutes while I waited for him to finish the conversation he was having outside. When he showed me the finished haircut, it wasn't spectacular, but it seemed fine. Later in the day I looked in a mirror and realized one side was longer than the other! He had matted that side down with water when he showed it to me in the barbershop, but hours later it was clearly unfinished and asymmetrical. Easily the laziest, most disrespectful haircut I've ever gotten. Never going back here again. read more

Awesome thank you Sween.... thanks for taking my dad today and giving him the best shave trim and haircut... his first time back in almost 2 years since he had a stroke.. Great service clean awesome environment best barbershop in LA read more

Sweeney Todd's Barber Shop - Getting ready for that straight edge razor shave - Barbers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The shop is clean and spotless... almost anti-bacterial. The barbers wear those awesome white smocks and have a polished look about them. There's an old General Electric clock keeping time. A simple board listing the prices. Someone ripped this place straight out of 1954 and transplanted it on Hollywood Blvd. But the haircut didn't do it for me. Two days before going on vacation and I leave looking like the sixth grade kid with a really bad bowl cut. The gentleman was patient and personable, but he didn't give me what I asked for. I had to have my hair fixed elsewhere the same day. Rudy's let me down. Floyd's let me down. And Sweeney followed suit. I'm desperate folks, where can a guy get a good haircut in this town? Shoot, it doesn't even have to be good, I'll settle for decent at this point. That's it. It's a quest! A quest for the best haircut in LA. Who'll join me?! Rawr! read more

Great haircuts but the service is F'd. I've been here about 5 times- always happy with haircut but Sween has always been a bit condescending and always complains and bitches about other customers. I scheduled a 515 online called at 5 and said I'll be 5 min late. Park my car outside and walk in at 520 or 521. He immediately gives me attitude after I apologize for being late. I start telling him what I want with the cut and he's clearly still pissed off I was 5 minutes late. I walked out because a barber is about service and experience for the customer. Sweeney Todd's doesn't live up to that classic standard of barber shop service. Bottom line, I can't speak for the other barbers, but Sween is kind of a Dick and I'll never be going back. read more

Sadly, this place is no longer what it once was. New barbers have been hired who are not familiar with the term "professional," unfortunately. Yelling and carrying on like it's a high school locker room, making customers wait so you can go smoke and then proceeding to put your stinky mitts all over them, rushing haircuts so you can go eat lunch, etc. And on top of that, the haircuts given are usually mediocre at best unless given by Todd himself. What I originally came to this place for and loved about it is gone. It is no longer the barbershop we remember with a fond nostalgia. The wait has become unbearable for some reason, and the new employees demeanor is rude and borderline neanderthal. They are a cross between horny teenagers and ape-like buffoons and sadly Todd has let this behavior ruin a once great place. No one wants a haircut from an asshole, Todd, so get rid of those clowns you hired and get some real barbers, please. I won't be back though, you lost my business for good. I now go to Rudy's down the street and finally found a barber there with some skills (half that of Todd himself, it will have to be enough for now). read more

Made an appt. for 8pm via their 3rd party online service. Even got a reminder of the appt. for 8pm. Came to the shop and it's closed. Sign says T-S 9am to 6pm. Lol. Such fails. Yelp says open until 9pm too. read more

Don't go here. Two and a half plus hour wait without any info about how long the wait will be. In addition, they were quite rude when I made the mistake of trying to drink a coffee and make a phone call while waiting. Apparently you have to sit in monastic silence and stare at your fellow hipsters gnawing off a limb in hunger if you want to be a customer here. I get that the idea of this place is to preserve the sacred barber shop of old, but preserve your time instead and go elsewhere. Hire a desk staff and treat your customers right. read more

When did this place stop being a barber shop? Used to go there when it was Andy's and was pleased the young guy took over. Looked like they were doing the barber thing. Go in, write your name on the board, wait your turn, get your haircut and Bob's your uncle. Not anymore. Now, it's a douche factory. And super pretentious. So disappointed. read more

Having typically spent $5 for a proper flat top most of my life, I was a little reluctant to commit to the price ($21) for a buzz cut. As luck had it, I was walking by STBS when I peered in the glass windows to see an empty shop. I immediately opened the door, walked in, sat down, picked up an old timey rag and perused the articles while I patiently waited for the barber to finish his break and commit to my haircut. Victor was the man and he executed my white walls with the professionalism and skill only previously attributed to barbers who kicked some serious ass in WWII. He took down my beard like a crocodile hunter, with no fear. When all was said and done, the price for everything ($36) was totally reasonable and I looked like a new man. Too bad I'm not single. And yes, I'm talking to you ladies ... I seriously and highly recommend this place to all sartorialists who require a tight cut, sport moustaches in need of trim or any man who wants a proper straight razor shave. I have already convinced several of my mustachioed friends that we will be stopping by here when they are in town for a visit. Oh Yeah. And one last thing. Don't forget to tip your barber. read more

Ran out of work, raced over for a haircut...its been 7 months since my last haircut . Sit down in a long line and wait for 40 minutes to reach the chair. I finally sit down, and start describing what I would like. The guy ("Sweeny") says "I don't feel comfortable cutting long hair." Really? Is this a new-found discomfort or is it possible that he felt that way 40 minutes ago. I realize this is a barbershop, but this is LA and some men do have long hair around here. I am not sure what is worse...they dont care about their patrons time, they are willing to send out an angry customer...or they dont feel comfortable cutting hair. read more

Great Shave! A few things you should know: 1. The price board pic on here is not up to date ... the prices are more, my straight razor shave was $30, though well worth it. The Works is now $60 I believe ... and unfortunately their website does not address pricing. So call and ask. 2. Everyone is very friendly but if you want someone to video tape your shave, ask for Almon, he's a pro and does not mind a little air time, haha. 3. If you have not had a shave in let's saw 2 or 3 months, be ready for it to pull and bleed a bit. Not Almon's fault, but mine for such a long wait. 4. Get ready to wait ... I arrived at 10:45, my shave did not commence until 1pm ... so yeah. You go write your name on the chalk board, but expect for there to be 5 to 10 names already up there. They are fine with you leaving and if you get back and they've already called you, they'll take you next. So take a spin around the neighborhood, hit up the Goodwill and Starbucks ... or bring some good reading material. The typical wait is an hour or two ... no appointments. Crazy I know. Overall experience: Almon was genius and walked me through the process. I had not had a shave in 2 months and this was my first razor shave. He bathed me in shaving cream and hot towels to help prep the skin. He changed out his razor once to minimize the pull. He put tonic and alcohol, and all kinds of soothing lotions to help my face from getting too irritated. But if you don't regularly get a straight razor shave, your face will get irritated. Once I was done, my cheeks were rosy and my neck a bit red, but I felt pampered and it was a great experience. I would definitely recommend Almon at Sweeny Todd's ... but again ... know you are going to wait! read more

Although I've been living in New York for nearly four years now, I merely like my current barber here in the Big Apple. I *love* Todd, however, and will fly to L.A. with an extra week of shag just for the experience. I switched to Todd from the former owner after Todd bought the the business and refurbished the tired-looking, old school shop, transforming the place into a vibrant, authentically retro, new-old-school, and have enjoyed a perfect cut in an L.A. noir kind of ambient setting ever since. This has come with a higher price tag: $12 haircuts became $17, which became $21 as of my last trip. Hopefully this keeps out the riff-raff, because while I really like Todd, I can tell when he has had his fill of difficult customers (with their requisite attitude, I'm sure). Um, like the person who rated the place with one star because of how long it took to "get seen." Hint: the customers to chairs ratio is a mathematical construct that has nothing to do with their customer service. But whatever. And your relationship with your barber is as much about communication as any of your relationships. Tell them or show them what you want and you'll most likely get it. The compliments I get when I return to New York demonstrate this perfectly. My problem with New York in terms of barbers is that there isn't anything in the middle: a basic cut (and there only seems to be one that they all know about) is either $12 to $15, with the occasional $25 (for a $15 cut), or north of $45 for salon cuts, which is silly when one's hair is north of 45 as well. (Ask Anderson Cooper... he goes to a cheap barber in Chelsea. He likes his... I didn't.) Los Angeles on the other hand has had a number of middle-ground outlets for years now, and Todd has successfully bested them all. read more

I don't understand the good reviews of this place. Haircuts: so so Wait: I could deal with a wait if it were a good place. The problem is they work annoyingly slow. Every other cut, there is an unexplainable pause of doing nothing. Even paying the bill is in slow motion. Customer service skills were honed at men's central prison. The customer right before me got seated in the chair. There was a short discussion what kind of haircut he wanted. Then, the barber decided he needed a drink. He left, leaving the poor soul waiting for at least 10-15 minutes, if not more. Not only did he go out to buy a soda at a grocery store, he also stood outside the store drinking it and smoking a cigarette! My barber was not at all interested in discussing how I wanted my hair cut. By the time it was finished, I was running late and did not have time to ask for corrections. Yes, the place is clean and interestingly decorated as a flashback in time. Take a picture. Pass on the haircut. read more

What a bunch of arrogant pricks! I made an appointment for my 6 yr old son and myself. We were 15 min late because of traffic. I called 10 min before and said I was going to be late. When I arrived, there was no one waiting, I apologized - no reaction. Completely humorless. I asked that they give my son a Peaky Blinders cut. I showed the barber a picture. They gave him a regular haircut. I said nothing. Then they refused to cut my hair. Said they were too busy. Even though they had a third barber that was free. And then gave me attitude about it. Hey, douchebags, get over yourselves. You cut hair. GFY read more

I wanted to love this place after all the good reviews, but apparently short on the sides and long on the top means a buzz cut here. I'm quite adept at doing that myself thankyouverymuch. The dude was sick so maybe he was just having an off day, or maybe I pissed off the bad haircut fairy, but I've yet to get a good haircut in LA. At least the decor is cool? read more