2 days before Christmas and my ginger bap was quickly turning in to an afro and I knew I couldn't…read morelet this happen as there would be plenty of snaps taken over the festive period. Any fellow gingers reading this will know that no matter how good the filter is there's no fixing or photo shopping a wild untamed ginger mop of hair! So with this in mind I visited Karina's Gentleman's Barbers Shop, not my usual barber but she was recommended by a particularly well groomed friend of mine. I have to say I was not disappointed! The Barber shop is tucked away in one of Bangor's alley ways that leads you from High Street to Holborn Avenue Car Park and this location creates a cosy feel to Karina's. This cosy feel is further enhanced on entrance to the shop, there's comfortable seating, a good selection of GQ magazines and my personal favourite touch, help yourself tea and coffee making facilities. I think the tea and coffee making facilities make you feel comfortable and a warm cuppa certainly helps pass the time if you're waiting to hop in the chair. One thing that I found remarkable about Karina is that she knew almost all her customers by their first name and in some cases even knew their wives first names - she really exercises the dying art of personal customer service! Karina was working alone when I visited but this didn't really impact the service I received. Karina gave me the perfect haircut and some great chat to boot and all for £12.50. Definitely worth every single penny! If you like no nonsense barbers without all the pomp and ceremony I would give it a go!

I've dabbled with a fair few barbers in Belfast but I've never really found the place for me, that…read moreis until now! Being a ginger as soon as my hair gets over a certain length it starts to glow and become a ginger fro so I need to keep it trimmed and until now I haven't had a barber who did such a good job in sheering it down as James at Skinny Isaac's. Before I get in to the cut itself, I must mention the decor and set up at SI's. The place oozes suave sophistication. The black and white tiled floor is a throwback to old school barber shops yet the wall murals and ornamental guitars create a modern feel. They've clearly taken a look back at everything that was good about traditional barbering and added the new modern modern twists to improve their craft. There's an airy feel to the second floor premises, sun light bathes the studio creating a really nice environment to relax in. One thing to note is that you'll have to make an appointment at SI's. They will be booked up mist days so make sure you call first thing to see if you can get a slot. They are also open Monday's (during Queens term time) which is a bonus. A haircut will set you back £16 - an absolute bargain once you experience the attention to detail each barber puts in to their work. All in all a five star service and a top notch hair cut. I won't be going anywhere else in the future!

I'm new in the city, so googled for best budget barbers in Belfast. Few 5 star ratings, city center…read morelocation and guitars in the pictures was more than enough. I didn't call to book my time so had to wait (only) 15-20 minutes and got a very good haircut. Really happy! Kevin did a great job and was very friendly and communicative. Also, the atmosphere there is very chilling with rap beats on. Recommend! - Remis

A few years ago a friend of ours was celebrating his birthday. He always plans alternative events…read moreto celebrate and so we were expecting something out of the ordinary. Anyway he landed to our house quite early on the Saturday of his birthday and instructed us to get into his car. Next thing we knew we were in the Turkish Barber Shop on High Street in Bangor. Now, obviously I am a girl and have no need to be there but I enjoyed watching as the boys had the treat of a hot towel shave. My fella had never had this done before but the Turkish man that works there assured him he would enjoy it. Sharpening his blade he got started. The boys loved the experience and said their skin tingled afterwards. The best part for me was when the barber dipped little sticks into something flammable, lit the buggers and wafted them around the ears of the fellas to burn off the little hairs. The birthday treat was well worth it and we then went out for a nice breakfast. The guys in the barbers were really nice and they had a steady hand thank goodness. If you fancy treating yourself and you are a boy my fella highly recommends this Turkish barbers.

I went in yesterday stating that I needed a small tidy up as I have a wedding to go to in a couple…read moreof days. It was a pretty shocking experience. I was seated and my haircut started before the man previous had put his jacket on and his payment was taken while he immediately began cutting my hair. The scene can only be described as a haircut from the looney toons, there was no careful combing and choosing the length to snip, he was attacking it like he was roughly cutting a hedge with a pair of hedge cutters with hair flying up in the air. Not only did he manage to turn a 'trim' into a massacre he also left it uneven with visible chunks on the left side, and was very impolite and unprofessional. I would be hesitant for anyone who goes to get a hot shave if he does that with the same haste. I advise the barber to go back to cutting pizzas, something he may find himself more capable at. Least people at the wedding will have a laugh! Always got to look at the silver lining.

Great service! Would definitely recommend…read more Although the price seems a little high for a mens cut, the service is by far worth it.

Called into this place on Friday after my friend recommended it, what I wasn't aware of with Man…read moreAbout Town was the great service you receive as well as a top quality haircut, a facial, a neck and back massage and your hair washed and styled as well, really is top quality and very unique experience at a very reasonable price. Will def be back.

Amazing visit once again this morning great hair cut relaxed with a great lady lots of chat makes…read moreyou feel very welcome

if I could put 0 stars I would've put 0. Don't know which person it was but he will start shaping…read moreup your hairline without even asking you and mess it up BIG time and will claim that it looks good. I let him know that it was a horrible looking haircut and I still paid full price. Horrendous barber.

A great barbershop that I've been going to for years. Really experienced & friendly barbers who…read moregive you exactly the haircut you ask for. Fantastic shave available after which you won't need to shave again for days it's so close.

Have tried everywhere in Magherafelt and always come back to this spot. They are hands down the…read morequickest barber's I've been too. They charge the usual £6 for a Gents haircut and do it perfectly each time. Have no complaints at all.