I've been coming to Almaden Barbers ever since the beloved John Baptiste passed away R.I.P. They are an independent community service staffed by friendly, competent barbers. Nothing fancy, but some of the best haircuts I've ever received at a competitive price. My barber still uses shave cream and a straight razor to get my neck smooth as a baby's bottom. You don't get that just anywhere anymore. What more could you want from a barber shop?
January 2025
The guys who work here are all very easy going, friendly, and welcoming. For first impressions, I have been to countless different barber shops, and it is fairly common to be ignored when you walk in the door for whatever reason, but here everyone says hi to you and smiles when you enter. The place itself is also homey, comfortable, and clean.
Prices for a men's cut are $25, which is now well on the lower end of the spectrum (especially if it isn't a Vietnamese-run type place). I have usually seen James Do, and he takes his time on your hair. Technical skill isn't top-tier, this isn't the kind of place you go to for a tight fade.... read full review
December 2018
My teenager came here today. He wants a special hipster haircut and the discount hair salons weren't cutting the mustard. I suggested he might want to try a men's barbershop where old dudes know how to cut a dude's hair. This is in our neighborhood and we showed up without an appt. James was able to take us right away. He's the strong and silent type -- just like my teen. The two of them bonded over long stretches of silence. In the end, my kid got the best haircut of his life. We will be back. Next time with an appointment.
I've been coming to Almaden Barbers ever since the beloved John Baptiste passed away R.I.P. They are an independent community service staffed by friendly, competent barbers. Nothing fancy, but some of the best haircuts I've ever received at a competitive price. My barber still uses shave cream and a straight razor to get my neck smooth as a baby's bottom. You don't get that just anywhere anymore. What more could you want from a barber shop?
The guys who work here are all very easy going, friendly, and welcoming. For first impressions, I have been to countless different barber shops, and it is fairly common to be ignored when you walk in the door for whatever reason, but here everyone says hi to you and smiles when you enter. The place itself is also homey, comfortable, and clean.
Prices for a men's cut are $25, which is now well on the lower end of the spectrum (especially if it isn't a Vietnamese-run type place). I have usually seen James Do, and he takes his time on your hair. Technical skill isn't top-tier, this isn't the kind of place you go to for a tight fade.... read full review
My teenager came here today. He wants a special hipster haircut and the discount hair salons weren't cutting the mustard. I suggested he might want to try a men's barbershop where old dudes know how to cut a dude's hair. This is in our neighborhood and we showed up without an appt. James was able to take us right away. He's the strong and silent type -- just like my teen. The two of them bonded over long stretches of silence. In the end, my kid got the best haircut of his life. We will be back. Next time with an appointment.