I've been trying to find a good, reasonably priced, barber that still offered close shaves. They hit the nail on the head. Today was my first time in, and I saw the barbers know plenty of the barbers by name, some had been coming since they were kids. Very similar to the type of barber I grew up near. I had my hair done by "Henry" which I only figured out because everyone kept saying "I'll wait for Henry." And I see why. He was very knowledgable, efficient, and didn't rush. The close shave he gave me was also very in depth. The only reason I gave 4 stars is because it's Cash Only, which is just a personal downside. Having owned businesses before, I know how frustrating it is to lose money to credit card processors. They're very willing to point you out to a close ATM. My cut ran me $14, barber spent about 30-35 minutes including shaving. Definitely a great find. read more

I used to come here to get my haircut for almost 20 years. Now that it is under new owners everything has changed. When I went to get my haircut it was not busy and I was greeted by very loud obnoxious RAP music and employees talking and using very foul language laced with obscenities. Although the young woman who was eventually brought out from the back to cut my hair did a good job I will not be returning and will have to find a new barbershop to go to. Also $30 for a haircut is getting to be outrageous. read more

Ok so I'll start with two things, one this isn't my usual barbershop and secondly the initial service was helpful since they were able to take me as a walk-in which is a lot tougher to find post-covid with needing to make an appointment at most shops. This is a smaller shop within a shopping center and there was only one other customer inside when I got in since I tried to catch them as they opened given the fact I didn't have an appointment. So there's a barber with a client on the front chair closest to the entrance and another barber at the second chair and so I'm directed to him. He asks me what I want I explain low fade around the temples and back and take a bit of the top but keep it even and dark (I felt like that was pretty clear) and for further clarity because I know this isn't my usual shop I show him a photo of what I just explained. He nods and says "got it" as if he can pull it off so all good. Fast forward to what I actually received which was an uneven high fade and he took way more off the top than I indicated so basically looked nothing like the photo in addition to affecting my natural wave pattern. The only saving grace is that he managed to do a fairly decent edge up despite making me essentially bald by time he tried to even out the sides of the fade. I certainly won't be returning here but my suggestion would be that if you require anything more intricate than a buzzcut or line up you may want to avoid the barber in the chair closest to the tv or possibly consider alternative shop options. read more

Price went up service went down. Was not a professional environment when I went in to get my hair cut and X rated sexualy explicit music was playing. I have been going here for many many years got Great haircuts at a great price with professional barbers. Van Dorn Barber shop is no longer my go to place for a hair cut. I will not return . read more

I have been going here for over 20 years, with great haircuts from both Don and Henry. The phone has been disconnected and the new barbers did not have any forwarding information. Does anyone know if they are still cutting hair at another location? Appreciate any information. read more

I have gone here for years. Henry and Don both excellent barbers. Would highly recommend this barber shop.

I needed a haircut and my typical barber (at another business) was not available. I remembered that a friend recommended this place years ago. I went in and there were two barbers - it is the day after Thanksgiving - who were finishing up with customers. After 5 minutes, I was greeted by Don who asked me about my day and what haircut I wanted. I showed him a picture of what I was looking for and he said he could do it. Fast forward to the end: I got the haircut I wanted by an experienced barber and paid much less than my regular barber. I think I just found my new barber. read more

Decent fade . I had one really good hair cut out of 4 haircuts here I will not be returning b cause they don't listen to instructions on how you want ur hair cut . I asked for a trim and the guy took off a lot. I asked for bangs cut to the right and he left me with straight bangs.. now I have to get it recut somewhere else to fix it not coming back read more

Have been coming back to the same place for over 3 years! Great job every time. Even after I moved some extra miles away I keep coming back. Totally recommend. read more

Asked for a very simple short fade from the barber in the middle and even showed a picture of exactly what i wanted but he didn't seem to understand, asked questions and still couldn't get it right by cutting it too long and not blending well. I went back and gave him a second chance but got the same result: one of the worst haircuts I've gotten. Maybe the other barbers are fine but i won't return. Also this place is cash only read more

This is my go to barber shop! I've been going here since I moved here from Hawaii! It's alway the hardest for me to find a barber that knows what I want and like. There are 3 barbers that I've been to and they all do a smooth job on my cuts but my go to is Don! Older gentlemen but he is my regular. read more

Been going to Henry and the others here for a few years now. I really like this shop, very friendly folks, and the cuts are only $17 (one of the best prices you'll find in the area). I just want my hair to look decent without spending a ton, I'm not too picky about the exact style. So this place is perfect for me. I also do the beard trim, Henry alway manages to do it better than I can so I just rely on him. read more

Thi is the only place I got my hear cut us I wanted. They are really professional and friendly. They know how to cut your hair that fits your style. You guys are doing great job! read more

I think I've found a keeper.....Henry was very friendly and very competent. He took his time, gave me a great cut and I walked away gladly leaving $20 (15 plus tip) without buyers remorse read more

Van Dorn Barber Shop - Barbers Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

This place is very friendly. Henry is my barber. The very first time I let him cut my hair, I loved the outcome! Me and my son, we both go there for a haircut. Sometimes there is a little line, but it's worth it!.. read more

Just as many other reviewers (black males) I was very skeptical, however thanks to YELP, I followed everyone's advice and went to Henry. My cut was flawless and my beard trim was on point. Henry is in the first chair to the left from the door. So not to sound cliche but if your black go to Henry, dude is nice. The price was reasonable 25 for cut and beard trim and what I liked the most was how he made sure I was satisfied with the cut. So he spent additional time getting my beard just right. He didnt just cut it (like most). He actually shaped it up, had me take a look, trimmed it and had me take a look again, then finalized the cut, and proceeded to ask me was I satisfied again. I will def. be coming back. read more

great cuts, fast efficient and decent price, had to double check on the cut before leaving but still they made a great cut. If you are looking for something more high class this is deff not your place but if you only need a quick cut then this is the place. Very friendly staff and very helpful with my son as well (3yrs old) read more

I'm new to the area. Just moved here from Texas. Came here after searching for barbers in the area. Was very skeptical but Henry did an okay job. Came back for a second time and communicated what I liked and didn't like, second time was even better. After 4 visits, I'm leaving a review to say that Henry is a great barber. Very pleasant and cool to talk to. Hardly ever a wait. Not close to the price that I normally paid back in Texas, but I'm more than happy to for the service that Henry provides, I would recommend him. read more

Came here looking for a new barber after moving to the area and was very glad I did. Don seated me after very little wait, asked for how I wanted my hair cut and then cut it perfectly. Three weeks later I went again and Don simply said "same haircut" and I said "yep." I was very surprised that he remembered exactly how I like my hair cut, but he's done it four times now and it's always been perfect. As others have mentioned, its cash only. I didn't know this the first time I went, but they just pointed me up the strip mall to the laundromat and I used their ATM which has a $2 fee. It's really nice to find a barber who is close to my house, not super busy, and who do a great job for a reasonable price - under $20! Thanks Don! read more

I have been going here for about 6 months now and go twice a month. I had Henry cutting my hair only for a while because he did an excellent job the first time. I walked in one day with a slight wait and I was in a rush. I opted to let Sonny cut my hair as Henry was busy. Walked away just as impressed and now I let either of them cut my hair. This place is not fancy and the soap opera on TV may bore you a bit, but they will take damn good care of you and you will be back. I leave them a $20 every time and am treated like an appreciated customer, and that's all I ask for. I will be back here as long as I live in DC read more

Every barber there is skilled, except the Asian lady. With all due respect, this woman doesn't have a clue what she's doing. I don't know if she simply can't cut hair, lacks observational or communication skills or if it's all of the above. To give you an example, I explicitly told her, and more than once, not to cut my bangs. What did she do? She cut them off. She also seems to think it's a good idea to dust men with baby powder. And trust me when I tell you, I don't give off that metrosexual, froufrou vibe. She should've known better, and permanently lost a customer. Nevertheless, she is the only one there to avoid - and is the reason I give the Van Dorn Barbershop four stars instead of five. They would do well to hand her her hat and show her the door. read more

As a kid I had that uneasy feeling every time my dad said " were going to the barber shop". I would try and pretend to be sick or put on a hat. Like my dad ever fell for those tricks. The main reason I got nervous was we lived on a military base and that meant my head could be shaved at any moment. Not that my hair would ever be longer than a crew cut until high school anyways. I have been getting my hair cut by Henry for over 3 years. I don't care how long the wait is. I will wait for Henry. I guess that makes me a barber snob. Henry does a fantastic job and always smiles. He is eager to hear about my travels and weekend racing adventures. He's a good guy. Don't show up on Mondays looking for Henry. It's his day off! Van Dorn Barber shop is located in a small strip mall between Akasaka Japanese restaurant and Country Cleaners. It's only $14 for a cut which ends with a straight razor shave and that old fashion blue after shave which leaves the skin tingly. Even if I move to DC, I would come back to see Henry to get what's left of my hair cut. read more

I've been coming here for over 5 years and have received a near perfect haircut everytime. Before coming here I've had a few disappointing haircuts from other barbers nearby, however after my first cut here, I've been a loyal customer ever since and never look back read more

This place was recommended to by a friend that usually goes to Sonny or Henry. I went in and Sonny wasn't there and Henry was reading a magazine. So I got a cut from the guy all the way in the back. Somehow, he managed to do almost the opposite of what I told him. I asked for a high fade comb over with enough length that I could comb a part. He basically shaved the side of my head and gave me a high and tight. Worst of all, for several months I had been letting a portion the front grow out that had been cut way too short. Three time I told him not to cut it. The first thing he did was cut it short. I'm not sure if he has trouble with English or just doesn't pay attention. I may try Sonny to see if he is better. But avoid this guy. read more

Great place. Never much of a wait, they generlly have between 3-4 barbers working. So if you go in and it looks full, the turn over is actually fairly quick. I go to Henry, who I have developed a great relationship with over the years, but they have all cut my hair at least once. This is the first time that I moved to a new area and found a great barber shop on my first attempt. read more

Sonny is my man! Been going here for about 4 years now. If sonny is not there anyone of them is fantastic! Friendly and talented.

LISTEN. I am a female who looks best in a short do. When my momma didn't care what I did w/my hair anymore I stayed with the less the better look. I've lived in NJ(Nwk/Irv) for half my life and I know a tight fade when I see 1. Went to this shop because it was close and full of barbers. Sat there and couldn't put my finger on it right away but it dawned on me these guys DO NOT put the shine on it, and u no what I mean. I have had so many GREAT cutz by real barbers I don't need to look anymore. My fingers have done the walking so I just glide my hand over the cut and I know. If you don't know a decent cut when you get 1 maybe these clowns are r 4 u. Me.....I'll just take the stroll across the bridge. WHAT! read more

Love good place. Been here 3 times and don't have any complaints. They cut my sons hair perfect and even cut my boyfriends hair before. Great job go to Henry. read more

There isn't ever a long wait. They give a decent haircut. I have gone 3x. Henry is the best one there. I have never actually loved any of the haircuts that I have gotten here. They do all different types and textures of hair. They are nice and offer free wifi for customers. read more

I have been using this place for about 2 years since we moved to Alexandria. Pros: clean, rarely a wait, and they never rush to get you done. Con: the comment below is correct, they tend to cut your hair short, no matter what you ask for; the "pro" of that is you can go longer between visits. read more

Just moved in the area. Went in for Henry, but was off. Don took care of me...the man has skills!. Very happy...will be back for sure!.

Great shop, very professional. I'll be moving to the area very soon, so I dropped in for a haircut to check it out and Henry did not disappoint. I have definitely found my new barber! read more

In and out with a tight cut every time. Never a long wait and always a pleasant greeting. Thanks Don!

I've been getting quality fades here for a few months. Waaaayyy better than around the base. They do a shave at the bottom which is rare. I am also ecstatic that they understand not to cut my bangs too short, unlike 90% of the places I go. read more

I've been doing here since I first moved to the area in 2008. Though I no longer live in Alexandria (I live in DC), I still come down to this particular shop. They're courteous, knowledgable and friendly. At this point, I just sit down, and they cut..no questions...which I like. read more

Sonny took great care of me and had me out of there in no time! Definitely will be going back!!!

If i could give less than one star i would. You would think with the type of business this is as far as customer service that they would at least acknowledge you when you walk in, well they don't, unless you are a regular or a favorite. Came in as a walk-in to get my undercut touched up and as soon as i walked in the door i got instant stares but surprisingly no one said anything they just kept staring and eventually went back to the clients in their chairs or running their mouths. Now i get that they close at 7 and it is a Friday evening but i walked in at 6:15 and still left the shop with no haircut, no one asked if i needed help, or even stated that they were closing up and weren't taking anyone else. Every single employee in that shop said nothing and i was sitting there till about 6:40 before i decided i would wait till i got back to MD. And to make it worse one barber kept stating how he only had one client left and he was leaving to go and drink as he sat there and looked at me! Worse customer service, shop looked dirty and their employees had the service to match! I will never spend my money hear and will tell others not to either! YOUR'E SHOP SUCKS! read more

I've been going to Henry for a while now he is a great Barber definalty one of the best haircuts I've ever had. I've also been to sonny once he was also an exceptionally great barber! Two of the best barbers I've ever been to are here at this shop come check then out! read more

Come out here and check out Henry. That man is nice with the clippers. Precise and detailed. Customers kept coming in for Sonny? Never met the kid but he seems really popular. read more

Yeah. This is for black people looking for a barbershop. I know how it is. Now, when I walked in initially I was nervous because all the barbers were Asian dudes and I've never seen an Asian cut black hair but I followed the other Yelp reviews and went to Henry and I'm not gonna lie, little dude got skills (well he's a grown man but he's a little guy). He cut me and shaped me up and I was pleasantly surprised. It was maybe one of the better hair cuts I've gotten other than my regular guy back home. So in a nutshell, if you're a black dude, go to Henry. read more