Matt’s is the best barber shop in Amherst. I always leave looking sharp. The cuts are affordable and the guys are funny and fun to talk to. Always good vibes. Matt’s is also genuinely welcoming to queer and trans people (but in a wicked chill, lowkey way). 10/10. Appointments can fill up quick, so you have to plan ahead and book a few weeks in advance sometimes.
December 2025
My 11yo has been seeing Jordan for like 5 years and adores him. He talks to him like he’s a person and not just a kid and tries to help him figure out what he likes and doesn’t like. I don’t think kids are their target demographic, but they do a good job with them. Now my husband also sees Jordan.
The shop itself is very efficient. Always on time. Clean. Easy to make an appointment. The only “downside” is that it’s cash only, but if you never have cash and forget, there’s an ATM a couple minutes away.
November 2025
I recently got a haircut with Derek and he was great! Good at communicating and walking me through the process, as well as giving me tips for the haircut I got. He did a great a job with the reference I requested, outstanding texture and layers. Highly recommend him and the location itself!
Matt’s is the best barber shop in Amherst. I always leave looking sharp. The cuts are affordable and the guys are funny and fun to talk to. Always good vibes. Matt’s is also genuinely welcoming to queer and trans people (but in a wicked chill, lowkey way). 10/10. Appointments can fill up quick, so you have to plan ahead and book a few weeks in advance sometimes.
My 11yo has been seeing Jordan for like 5 years and adores him. He talks to him like he’s a person and not just a kid and tries to help him figure out what he likes and doesn’t like. I don’t think kids are their target demographic, but they do a good job with them. Now my husband also sees Jordan.
The shop itself is very efficient. Always on time. Clean. Easy to make an appointment. The only “downside” is that it’s cash only, but if you never have cash and forget, there’s an ATM a couple minutes away.
I recently got a haircut with Derek and he was great! Good at communicating and walking me through the process, as well as giving me tips for the haircut I got. He did a great a job with the reference I requested, outstanding texture and layers. Highly recommend him and the location itself!