J & R Barber Shop

Aug 2021

I needed a haircut, and since recently moving to the area, I decided to see if this little shop near where I live now would be a good place to go for regular haircuts.I was happily surprised.The owner, who has lived here in Decatur all his life, has many years of experience cutting hair and was very gentle as he did his job. I could tell his hand movements were sure and steady, and that he knew exactly what he was doing. When I looked in the mirror after he was done, my haircut was perfect. I had been paying over $50 in Chicago for a good haircut! Another thing I like about Decatur; how affordable things are here! My price was about $16 and I got a shampoo after the cut...read full review

Aug 2021

I needed a haircut, and since recently moving to the area, I decided to see if this little shop near where I live now would be a good place to go for regular haircuts. I was happily surprised. The owner, who has lived here in Decatur all his life, has many years of experience cutting hair and was very gentle as he did his job. I could tell his hand movements were sure and steady, and that he knew exactly what he was doing. When I looked in the mirror after he was done, my haircut was perfect. I had been paying over $50 in Chicago for a good haircut! Another thing I like about Decatur; how affordable things are here! My price was about $16 and I got a shampoo after the cut too! I look forward to coming back here as often as I need to and I urge you to try this little barber shop and keep them in business. Also, please tip the person who cuts your hair when you're happy with the way they cut it! People often don't realize that a tip for a haircut is highly appreciated and polite. It's somewhat rude to not tip. And I only say this because when I tipped him he seemed very surprised, like he didn't expect it. But he should! He's a virtuoso with his scissors! Experienced, friendly, and professional. I'm pretty sure you won't be disappointed with your cut! Plus, they have this little vacuum attached to the hair trimmer that sucks up all your hair as they cut it! Never saw that before at any of the fancy places I've been to in Chicago! Very cool!

Apr 2017

We found this place after another barbershop was closed on Monday's. (They were open) Brought my 6 yr old here for a haircut. He and his Sister were offered a free lollipop and gum. The price, I thought, was a little high for a child's cut, however, I loved the way it turned out. My son looked great. The Barber was a very sweet older man. The place wasn't busy so we didn't have a long wait. Would definitely come back.