Don't go - extremely arrogant and unfriendly guys. Situation: I reserved a haircut here for me and my son. I asked them in the reservation whether it was possible to come here with kids. Given they advertise children cuts, I thought they would. Upon entering the store with my son, I was greeted with a very unfriendly 'please go away and take your kid away' from a guy, I believe David. He looked like he walked straight out of a dumpster, very unfresh looking dude. Even though I had an appointment, they made me wait 15min. Only after that time, they told me they don't do children haircuts and asked me to leave. Came all the way there from Chelsea with an appointment with my son for nothing, planned our entire friday evening around this trip. These guys clearly don't have children nor respect. Don't go here. read more

This is my second time coming to Westside. My first was a year ago when we first moved into the 'hood. I'm not sure why I didn't go back, but I'm glad I did today. Berta (not sure on the spelling, as she wasn't much of a conversationalist) was really great. Usually with barbers there are one or two spots at the end that I have to tell them to go back to. But she gave me the perfect, clean cut, exactly as I ask for. I will absolutely be back in a couple of weeks because it's always hard to find someone who is talented and she is. The only reason I gave them four and not five stars is that they aren't the friendliest bunch. I felt really uncomfortable at the end, if not unwelcome. Hopefully that's just a one time thing and will change as I return as a regular. It really bothered me, enough to leave four and not five stars. read more

I've taken my son here twice and is the perfect location, close to his school and he got so many compliments from his teachers and even customers waiting to get a hair cut. The barber was fast and so nice to us. Will definitely come back. read more

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Attitude and environment is nice. But quality is just so so. I paid 40 for haircut, but it was uneven and shading was horrible. I told him and he made even more mess. Then I just gave up decided to just leave. read more

Do not go here. David was the worst haircut I've ever experienced. He started by commenting how bad my previous haircut was and criticized my usual barbers work( she was ill, the reason why I searched for another place in my hood). Not only did he leave my hair uneven he cut hair OFF I told him to not touch. How does this guy even have a license to cut hair. DO NOT GO HERE. . I have to give one star bc it won't let me leave zero. read more

Haircut was quick and easy, and the people were friendly. However the gentlemen asked if he can do my eye eyebrows which I assumed he intended to pluck some of the overgrown hairs. He then proceeds to rapidly shave the buzzer over both my brows leaving an awkward bald spot on both of them obviously not giving a shit. I'm not one to leave bad reviews on people's place of business but that was fucked up - don't do that to the next one. Hope this doesn't happen to anyone else. read more

This has been our neighborhood barber shop for 4 years now. No attitude, always great service and good hours. Great location too!

Best haircuts in NYC .. Walk ins accepted ! Been living in NYC since 1987 ! Friendly service great vibe

I've been going to Ariel for almost a year now. After going through 2 barbers, I've finally found one that I can go to consistently for a good haircut. read more

Excellent haircuts at a very reasonable price. Everyone there is always friendly and welcoming and they take care to listen to what kind of cut or style you are looking for. So glad I quickly found this when I moved to the neighborhood. read more

These guys are the best. I always ask for Ariel and he cleans me up nice. Service was quick and they got my hair exactly the way i wanted it and even put some product in as well. My go to place read more

Highly highly recommend. Top quality service, hidden gem. Relaxed and upbeat vibe. I always get compliments everytime I get a cut. Clean and everyone is very friendly and experienced. Can't go wrong also very well priced. read more

I just had an excellent haircut from Ariel at Westside Barbers, a new and welcome addition to the area, just off 10th Avenue on 42nd Street. The haircut was fast and professional. Arial is very pleasant and easy to work with. He did a #3 clipper and a razor shave on the neck. Everything was perfect. They are wearing masks, as was I, in line with current Covid precautions. Highly recommended. read more

Ariel is the best...i went there with long hair and i wanted to have a nice short sharp haircut. I showed him a pictures about the hair i wanted...and he did perfectly. Ill be a regular customer read more

This is my regular spot for getting my haircut and beard done. Ariel is my go to guy. He does an amazing job, and the place is super affordable. read more

These guys are pros. Have been coming here for 5 years and only positive outcomes. Full service shop with a newly renovated location right on 10th Ave. It was formerly Elli's. I combined my walk down with a stop at Gotham West market / food hall 2 blocks away. From a COVID standpoint, everyone was wearing masks and they were routinely disinfecting surfaces. Seemed like they were taking that extra step to maintain both safety and customer comfortability. read more

Ariel does a great job. Will be coming back to him every chance I get for a classic fade and bear trip / shape up

NEVER come here. The worst haircut I've ever had in my entire life. Showed the barber a picture of myself right after my last haircut and he completely ruined my hair. I left the barbershop looking like an idiot thanks to this moron. Don't let him anywhere near your hair with a pair of scissors. He cut off so much hair that it will take me at least 6 months to grow it out to what it was before. read more

Friendly staff, quick service. Don't go here for a trim. Be warned. All haircuts are $30. I just wanted my sides trimmed and got charged the same amount, which doesn't make sense. Have no problem paying the full amount when I get the full service. $30 for a side trim that took less than 10 minute was a complete rip-off. First and only time for me. read more

If you're in need for a haircut and want to look your best, then this is your spot. They don't play around when you're looking for quality cuts that's not going to break your wallet. I've been going here for the past 2 years and place my trust in Boris when I'm in need to look my best. Seriously, Boris is an artist, tell him what you need and he'll get it done. I've been to a handful of barbershops in the city and haven't found a single barber that knows how to listen and provide what you're looking for, which is the reason why I come here. Boris is attentive and will make you looking like a GQ model once you leave his chair. Highly recommend. read more

So this guy Ariel cut my hair he was not being nice at all plus he was being very rude when I was asking to fix some more hair on the back or on the sides. I don't suggest this guy to cut your hair it's not worth your time and money. , read more

My wife and I just moved to the city and I was looking for a new barbershop. I am very glad that I went into Westside Barbershop! Ariel did an excellent job, was super efficient, and listened to exactly what I wanted! I have definitely found my new shop and will ask for Ariel when I return! read more

Really needed a haircut and Elli's went that extra mile and cut all my hairs. Amazing job, and I don't feel like I need to wear a hat to cover up a bad cut. Tame your hair...get it cut and look sharp. read more

Great and new barbershop. I've now been going to them a few years. Walk ins welcome and all barbers do a great job.

Just walked in to this place today and got a FANTASTIC cut! Totally professional and great place. I am a woman with very short hair and not all barbershops are game to cut ladies' hair, but Ariel didn't hesitate and he did an excellent job. This is definitely my new regular spot. Experienced, professional, friendly. This place can't be beat!! read more

Great service from Ariel -- quick, professional, and high quality haircut. Would recommend!

I've been coming here for at least 4 or 5 years, and always get my hair cut by Ariel. He carefully and immaculately maintains my flamboyant hairstyle and I feel like he goes out of his way to make sure that I always look good before I leave. I moved 3 hours upstate, but I visit NYC every few weeks and my first stop off Amtrak is always Elli's barber shop. Very worth the price! read more

West side Barbers is a welcome addition to the neighborhood. Nice venue, good vibe, excellent barbers.

Ariel was great at handling my request to make me look clean cut without cutting the majority of my hair. I'm an actor and I have to be ready for the calls to play Secret Service, FBI Agent, or any of my favorite serious characters. Thanks Ariel! read more

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I'm walking down 8th today and I see on 35th a barber shop. I walk by and there is no one sitting down so I bop in. I get a trim, they use a razor on my neck and 10 minutes later I'm out the door. 14 bucks, not the best haircut but better than Long Island barbers! NYBULLY read more

Great for a quick trim now that my hairs short. Support local businesses yeah!! I think Ariel could've cleaned up the left over hair a bit more, quite a lot of hair left flying around on my shirt. But overall a good bang for the buck. read more

Boris at Westside barbers gave me a solid haircut I just do 2 on the sides and back cleaned up the the front and top pretty basic haircut but he nailed it. I'll be back. read more

I stopped in Elli's and got my hair cut by Ariel. I tried a new hair style and he did a great job on it! The price was just right and I will continue to go back to Elli's and get my hair cut by Ariel! Thank You! read more

For decades, my wife's used the fanciest salons around the globe. They're all expensive, pretentious and too damned slow. None compares to the Westside Barbers. She's in and out in 30 minutes and looks fantastic -- she cannot rave enough. Me? Well, I've had a hair colic that no one could tame for over 40 years. Those guys got it right the first time and I've never looked better. We're looking so unbelievably good it could become a problem. I can't give a better recommendation!!! read more

I have been going to Westside Barbers for every haircut since moving to New York. Every barber in Westside has given me a tremendous, professional haircut. Not only is the haircut great, the barbers are extremely accommodating and provide great, friendly service. I recently received a haircut from Ariel and he did a wonderful job. I will be returning for every haircut I need and will be recommending to all my friends! read more

Just got my haircut with Ariel today and I love it. He was quick, but paid close attention to detail. I was in and out in 20 minutes. Definitely check them out. read more

I've been going to Westside Barbers for over a year now. This is the only barber shop I trust. Boris has never let me down. Consistent, excellent haircuts. I highly recommend this barber shop. read more

Have been going to Boris for years, back when his shop was on 36th Street. He's a wonderful haircutter, plus a great person to chat with while he's working on you. This shop deserves everyone's attention, definitely if you live close by on 42nd Street. 5 stars! read more

Just tried Westside Barbers for the first time. Ariel was very attentive, guided me through my style and gave me an amazing line up. Thanks for all you do! Recommend highly. read more

I have been coming here since they first opened on 35th St back in 2001. Elli, his wife and son Boris have shaved, trimmed, waxed, cut, polished, tweezed, threaded, dyed and razored me to my best self. Although I haven't worked in the area since 2008, I remain a faithful customer, they run an awesome business and I'm just mad at myself it took me this long to write the review as they are more than deserving of your business and continued patronage!!! read more

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