Chris Williams did an awesome job cutting my hair! He was already at his station and ready to go when I got there (I recommend booking an appointment). The overall shop is easy to find, welcoming and super clean. Ill continue to come here going forward.
Love this place! I was a walk in and they still treated me very good. Amazing haircut and beard trim!! This is my new go to spot! Highly recommend to anyone who needs a great haircut!!
I had an overall great experience at Kenny Macs Barbershop. It was my first time going to a barber and Jay did exactly what I asked for and made me feel comfortable. I love how my hair turned out and Ill definitely be back. Feels good to know I found my barber! I would definitely recommend this place to anyone. Its clean, professional and they do a great job of engaging their customers to create a positive experience.
I always come out of there looking fresh. Best barber in Chicago. I’ve had several barbers at Kenny Mac’s and they have each cut my hair with care.
Isaac cut my hair and lined me up. I’m always goofy when I get my hair cut until I take the time to look at it alone (it’s a personal problem). I’m satisfied for sure and definitely lined up nicely.They also fit me in and take walk ins which is appreciated.Every barber there seems to know what they doing. I would recommend.Thanks Isaac!
I have been here multiple times by now and I dont plan to go to any other barber shop. The service here is great and they know what they are doing. Would definitely recommend the shop to any black man. The cuts are clean.
Been coming here since I moved to the North side. My barber Fleet always does a great job, and somehow remembers how I want my hair even though he has alot of other clients. The shop is nice and I would get a cut from any barber bc they all do great work.
This is a great barbershop. Very wonderful staff and great music. Good barbershop talk aswell! Highly recommend!
Came to town for the weekend needed a hair cut my daughter made an appointment with her barber Jay, he did an amazing job. The barbershop was a great experience!
Great and high quality barbershop overall. The haircuts are always on point. The best in the game hands down!
My sons hair was done with such patience by the staff. He was always entertaining my son by playing with him.
They excel not only in mens hair, but also in the treatment of mustache and beard. Its also one of the top locations to buy pomade. You have to try this place if you want to look decent! Youre going to be delighted by the service! You can visit this spot any time you want to.
Found this shop online and decided to check them out. The barber that helped me was cool with helping me even my hair out and when it came to paying they let me use zelle so the payment process wasnt bad would recommend this to all those looking for a black barbershop on the north side of town.
**EDIT**The quick of it is I came into the shop with an appointment. The barber cutting my hair had noticeably, very, shaky hands.I questioned him on the shaking and he said no he wasnt shaking, its just a sharp razor? Ok, I proceeded and after seeing the barber brace his wrist holding the clippers to minimize the shaking, I had to stop a haircut for the first time in 44 years.I paid the man for his efforts and said it was all good, we just couldnt work together that day.I scheduled with another shop on a different day and they recovered the haircut to a professional look.The reason this is ONE star:I first gave a negative review after my experience on 6/13 and wrote about the shaky hands, etc. The owner of the shop called me personally to apologize, offer a refund of the haircut including the Ubers to get there and back after hearing about my experience.The owner then asks me if I would remove my review. I told him I would not remove my review but I will adjust it to showcase the owners willingness to right a wrong.Below the asterisks is the softer review I left after he told me he fired the barber and will refund me for all troubles.As of this writing, Its been 24 hours since this owner implored me to accept deeper understanding and adjust the review in response to remedying my issue with a refund.There has been no refund, only games asking me to swing by the shop or saying the Cashapp isnt working, etc.Im loyal to those loyal to me and this shop owner is not the one. Im embarrassed for him, this was easy and he turned into something else. Keep the cash, Id rather guys like me be informed of whats really going on.***************************************************************************Im visiting from out of town. I checked Google reviews and decided to make an appointment based on the 4.7 rating.I wasnt happy with the way my hair was being cut or the end result of my haircut. So, I ended up going to another barbershop to recover the haircut to which I was then satisfied.The barbershop owner calls me to apologize, asked for feedback and then offered a refund based on my specific experience which I accepted.Customer service is big; I am loyal to people that are loyal to me. At this point, I would go back but definitely make sure were all on the same page before the cut begins.
Great Experience is an understatement! Immaculate service & outstanding personality received from Mr. Kenny Mac! 1st impressions are indeed golden. Thank you so much for your kindness! Believe me my son was iffy about coming because hes not a fan about anyone touching his hair other than his sister but you all bonded easily which lightened him tremendously. Again Thank You Kenny Mac and well be back to see you soon ! :-) A pleasure indeed!
Son had appointment that we made thur the site he arrived to find out the barber he was scheduled with WASNT even there!! No warning nothing so one of the other barber said he would take him but it was a quick rushed haircut. I guess he had his appointments Iam trying to understand if he wasn’t available why is it allowing appointments to be scheduled? So disappointed
Great black owned business and impeccable barbers with great skill on north side
Flawless experience for my 8 year old. We found our new spot! Thanks Kenny Mac and Isaac!
I moved back to Chicago a year ago having not lived here in over 2 decades. As others have experienced, my my facial and hair grooming had become an afterthought, and I have been increasingly horrified by my appearance. Given that I have shaved my head consistently over the past decade, I have not needed the services of a barber. I selected Kennys based on its close proximity by bus. When I walked into the shop, the employees were welcoming.The only snag, and it is a pretty pronounced snag, is that I had booked my appointment to see Kenny and there apparently was a miscue and he wouldnt be able to cut my hair. Grudgingly I accepted Fleetwood as my substitute stylist. I can not properly describe my emotions post haircut, as there are so very many of them. I had no great expectations of the end result, as I have no contemporary reference point of what is a good cut. Suffice it to say that Fleetwood worked an absolute miracle. He truly did such a great job, that it, in my estimation, knocked 10 years off of my appearance. Thanks Fleetwood and Kenny Macs Barbershop for a fantastic visit. I will become a regular customer.
New transplant to Chicago and been shopping around. Visited Fleetwood a couple times and hes killed it. Laid back shop, friendly crew.
Kenny was great, professional, clean, and cool. Cut my hair exactly how I wanted and quicker than expected.
I actually started going here a couple of months ago and so far its the best decision I ever made. There are some pretty skillful barbers there.
I had a wonderful cut by Fleetwood a couple of days ago. He was friendly, attentive, professional, and my cut is fresh. Thanks!
Amazing barbers & products! My son really loved his new cut & the atmosphere. Great group of barbers & stylists. Highly recommend. :)
Been going here for over a decade. Very professional and good environment. Do make reservations though.
Booked an appointment with Kenny over a week out, for valentines day. Showed up on time and waited for 45 mins before realizing Kenny was a no-show. Bad first experience, wont be back.
Great hair cut. Clean environments. Great service.
A+++ Top quality. Best barbershop in the city!
Just moved here from Hawaii and was in search of a good barber for my 3 boys. We had a great barbershop back in HI and have high standards. First place we tried did a horrible job and was expensive. Luckily we found this spot!!! We came as a walk in and were immediately greeted and Isaac was able to get started right away. He listened to what I wanted and was kind to my little ones. Everyone including the owner, Kenny Mac, was welcoming and we got a fantastic deal for great looking haircuts! Definitely will be back and highly recommend coming here if your looking for great service and great prices!
Great experience every time. Best haircut in Chicago since I moved here hands down!
Had a great experience. In Illinois for my sons boot camp graduation in Great Lakes, Illinois. My sons only request was to get a hair cut so we googled African American shops in Chicago and Kennys shop popped up with the best reviews. Very professional and courteous. Gave him the haircut that he wanted. Talked to my son and gave some very encouraging words. We will definitely be back when were in town again. Thanks Kenny!!
New to Chicago and was looking for a barbershop. No longer looking Ken does a very detailed and great job! Professional, on time and outstanding cuts! Definitely want to support this business. Keep up the great work!
Really sad because the environment was great and the staff friendly. Comfy seats and clean shop. but I’ve never had to clean up a haircut on my own more. Wasn’t lined up at all. Hair behind / on my ears on a bald fade was not touched. I had to get my Roomate to fix the back. Just moved to the neighborhood really wanted this place to be my new barbershop but if I have to go home and clean it up myself kind of pointless. May be a new barber and if that’s the case I feel bad for this review I’m just quite disappointed considering I had to wait 30 mins past my appointment for a cut like this.
When I need to do an important event, I don’t hesitate to go to Kenny Mac’s barbershop! This is a place where I can expect great customer service, exceptional grooming and walk out looking and feeling 10 times better! If you looking for the best, you should go there.
This shop was excellent! The barber (Fleet) asked me what is was I wanted and he delivered. The part of the experience I really enjoyed was the other services I received the facial cleanse and face mask and the hot towel treatments on my face and head! This is the part you dont receive at all barber shops. Needless to say this will be my new go to shop!
Quick and to the point. This is a Wish App Hub. I get my orders shipped here for half the price and its only a couple blocks away.
I was able to walk in and get a cut. Kenny was gracious, welcoming and accommodating for me. He helped me with length preferring to ask me the percentage of hair I needed cut as opposed to the typical what we doing? question. That said, Im coming back. You should check him out too. Im very happy with my haircut and a big THANK YOU to Kenny for getting me in and delivering a stellar haircut! See you soon, man.
Pretty nice barber shop, everything was sanitary inside the shop during the pandemic.Overall I would come back, great cut as well!
Laid back vibe with vibrant personalities. Was fortunate enough to have my first barber experience with Kenny Mac himself, who did a great job and made me feel right at home. Very personable, understood the look I was going for even with minimal input and took the time to get to know me. Great prices and happy to support a local business! Will be back for my next beard touch up
Ive been knowing Kenny for years. Hes the only one I allow to touch my hair but his staff is also very capable to get the job done. Very relaxing and professional environment
I went to this place a couple weeks ago. The 1st day he was quite busy so he have me discount to come back on the following day. Service was great and the conversation very interesting!As for the style, it was perfect. Im a girl and I was going back to my favorite teeny tiny hair style. He got me started and I received several positive comments on Instagram. While I was there I saw the other barbers in the shop doing miracles on other peoples heads, and I can attest that they are legit no matter who you end up getting. Unfortunately I dont live in Chicago as it would have been my go to place for haircuts.
Great hair cut! I will definitely return when I come back to Chicago. And fellas get the Mac sauce
This Barber Shop is the real deal! My son is only 5 years old and feels so grown up when he walks in the door and is welcomed by this friendly and talented staff. He is Black and I am not. I admit, I know very little ablout his type of hair and the staff is extremely understanding & will take the time to help me learn. A priceless service indeed. I also feel welcome, which hasn’t always been the case in some other Barbershops. This was not our first haircut @ Kenny Mac’s Barbershop and most definitely will not be our last. We plan to be regulars at the awesome establishment!Keep up the great work!Spencer & his mom
Best barber shop I’ve been to in a really long time, won’t go anywhere else now. He was able to fix my hair after someone else messed up. High recommend them to any one looking for a solid cut!
My Barber Isaac did an amazing job. I’m new to Chicago and was finding it hard to locate a barber shop that specializes in African textured hair. Great experience. He listened closely to what I wanted and didn’t go rogue. Will be back in a month. Isaac is the man!
I lived here for 2 years and tried multiple barber shops in the area and giving some multiple chances. I randomly saw this one and dropped in one day. This place is finally my new spot. Jay gets my cut on point every time and everyone I see leaving this joint got their hair right. Dont waste your time going anywhere else this place is it
Just moved to the Chicago. Didnt know where to go for a cut. I walked in and was greeted. My barber Kenny stayed an hour and a half after they closed to get me in. Hair cut was perfect. I recommend this shop for any one that need a hair cut done right. And you can use a debit card. Very Professional
One of the best barbershops Ive been to in awhile. Very clean, very professional, great customer service. Also filled with cool brothas that know how to get you right, no matter the occasion.
Really sad !they cut my hair in a wrong style.. they charges too much in this difficult moment.
All the time I have been the USA being a pastor from Uganda I have always wanted a good barber until my friend Mayode took me to Kenny Mac, yes Kenny himself gave me a good hair cut. I felt like a star. May God bless Kenny Mac. I recommend them for the best hair cuts in Chicago.
The barbers are awesome.The place is clean and comfortable. Absolutely recommended.
New to the area and this is the first shop I decided to try out. Received a great lineup, friendly service and was quickly taken care of. Will definitely be back again!
It was my first time coming to the shop and as I walked in I was immediately able to be taken care of. The barber that styled me was named Issac. Before we even started he made me feel comfortable and trustworthy of his skills. Its very hard for me to get a good frohawk cut the way I like it and Ive been to dozens of places around Chicago and its usually a miss. Issac had me feeling rejuvenated after the cut and I will not only continue to go here for his services but also recommend it to anybody that mentions needing a fresh cut.
Needed a quick haircut while I was in uptown and Jay definitely came through..!
Cool space to get yourself sorted out. Staff are friendly and very talented. Prices are pretty good too, compared to similarly styled chain places around the city. Highly recommended.
I walked in one Saturday morning in need of a haircut. It was busy when I walked in, but I was able to get in the chair within an hour. That is unheard of for a Saturday morning. I sat in Jays chair and he hooked me up. Ive been coming back since. You wont be disappointed. Also, the shop is clean. That alone sold me.
This man Kenny mac is the best barber in the city hands down. Hes down to earth and he pay attention to detail
It was a great pleasure having my hair done here. The barbers have much knowledge in shaving. I will come back soon again for the latest hair styles!
Great place! Professional and clean. I’m a Chicago native and I love coming back home. Norfleet takes care of me every time I come home. He’s always consistent.
From the moment you walk in they make you feel at home. they will also give you the best haircuts. You’ll not be let down if you come here!!!
Amazing staff. My first time going, the owner of the shop was very friendly when I entered and exited. Very observant of waiting customers and always had an awareness of who needed to be cut in the correct order. Personally got cut by “Fleetwood,” who did a terrific job. Highly recommend.
Keeny Mac hooked me up. I was visiting Chicago for work and in need of cut. I was referred to this place from an old friend so I didnt no what to expect. I showed up about 3pm on Wednesday and the wait was minimum but ended up getting a fresh tapper and beard shap-up. Even got a little Chicago history lesson while in the chair 👍🏾. Definitely recommend this place if youre looking!
Walked in to get a cut. Figured I would wait a while no big deal. I was told I would get next available, sounds legit, I sat excited to get a trim. As I sat numerous people came in asking if they take walk ins. Those people were told the same thing as me. Why then did they get to go first? Figured it was a racism thing, but seeing the other reviews it just seems like a bad system and a lack of communication. Either way wont be back.
Quality service and great customer experience is key for me. I can say formy first visit my experience was good. I will return!
Ive been debating on whether or not to write a review for this barbershop for a while. If anything, I hope that the owner (who seems like a good person) gets to read this and improves on the experience for future new customers.Ive been burned with less than favorable experiences on at least 3 occasions while going there. Ive had the store not open when it should have been, while its pouring outside. Ive had barbers not get back with me when trying to set up appointments. Ive had barbers act as if they didnt really want me as a customer until something really bad goes wrong and theres even one barber with substance abuse problems. He freakin jacked up my hair and all the other barbers know about him (but not all the customers).I do wish well for that guy, but I cannot support my own people when it comes to service that makes me feel half wanted there. I am soooooo grateful to have found another barbershop. It kills me that the new barber cutting my hair, despite how awesome and friendly and welcoming he is isnt even African American, but knows how to cut my hair and makes me want to give him my money.I cant go back to Kenny Mac. There isnt going to be a fourth time burnt with me.
After my 3rd time getting nothing but crispy cuts and line ups from Fleetwood over at Kenny Macs Barbershop Ive been nothing but impressed with his consistency in accommodating me in regards squeezing me in on an already tight schedule. The staff are fun and sociable and its the vibe and feeling of your classic barbershop. I highly recommend, especially after my personal experiences in the majority of Chicago barbershops.
I need a spot because my normal spot was busy found this place close to my home on the northside. They graciously let me walk in. I needed a beard trim. I expected a detailed trim with electric and straight edged razor. I just got a trim with the clippers, basic of basic. I was a bit disappointed the extra care didnt go into my trim but it is what it is.
Great place to get amazing haircuts. The guys here are very professional and friendly.The place is also beautifully arranged. Highly recommended.
Best barbershop in North Chicago! Moved from Michigan and was looking for that perfect spot to get a great haircut, Kenny Macs the place. Great service and great quality!
I always have a good experience with this barbershop. This is the best barbershop in Chicago. I highly recommend it.
The first barbershop I visited when I moved back to Chicago and I have not looked back. Ive gotten a different barber pretty much every time, but every tike I was not disappointed. I think its safe to say you cant go wrong here.
One of the best barber shops in Chicago. Great service from the best staff ever. Will be coming back until I leave for college.
This place is where you want to go to get your hair cut! Nice shop, great barbers and a friendly atmosphere. Kenny runs a great shop and it’s the best spot I’ve been to in Chicago.
This was a great experience . I’m from St. Louis and Kenny himself got me in right away without an appointment . I would recommend this barber both local and for pple who are coming from out of town .. service was first class for sure .
Great community! Ask for isaac
They do a great job on my sons hair. Its always lined up and tight! My son takes pride in telling people he gets his hair done at Kenny Mac!
Kenny Macs is one of the best barbershops in Chicago. I had my hair cut and beard trimmed by Fleetwood. He did an excellent job meeting my needs, The cut and trim was outstanding.
I notice a pattern with these reviews. For every negative review, all of a sudden theyll get some friends or bots to give generic positive reviews to push down the real stories. Just watch.Ive tried getting a haircut from this barbershop and the barbers acted kind of shady. Their prices would vary depending on who cut your hair for the same type of haircut and Ive seen them treat other customers kind of rude.
I have never looked so fresh. Great barbers. Great price. Great service.
As an out of town guy, I was very skeptical on getting my haircut. Luckily, Isiah at Kenny Macs barbershop was in to give me a clean cut for a wedding I was attending. From the comfort of the babershop, to the attention to detail on the cut, my overall experience with Kenny Macs was great! Thank you and looking forward to my next stop in!
Worst service experience. I called ahead because I just moved into the area and is looking for a new Barber. I spoken with a guy named Jimmy who seem cool over the phone. I walked in on the phone because I had a emergency call. I ask Jimmy give me a couple mins. 4 little boys walked a couple minutes after me needing a cut. I completely understand now it look busy to Jimmy but how you approach the situation with me was uncalled for. As a 1st time impression I was disgusted with Jimmy himself, that I had to get into a argument at a barbershop, on the chair. It was unprofessional! I didnt get the cut but as I was leaving at least the other gentlemen ask me to have a good day. I do believe this barbershop had the potential to be great but it starts with a positive attitude and Jimmy sure lacks. For $25 a cut Jimmy asked for I would think the service wouldve been great.
A good haircut from a good guy at a fair price. I feel awesome. I will definitely go back.
Convenient online booking. Price matches the service. Id go back.
Great crew! Excellent haircuts! These guys know how to take care of their customers. You wont be disappointed.
Had a great experience at Kenny Macs. Got a great cut by my man Fleet, who also help me figure out all about the Chicago culture. Im from North Carolina but at Kenny Macs I feel right at home.
Great atmosphere- walked in off the street and got sat right away. Barbers are cool (Fleetwood hooked me up) and the price is unbeatable. Great shop, great crew- will definitely be going back.
The reason I like this place so much is because they run a tight shop. Someone is always there to greet you. If there is a small line they seem to get you in quick without compromising their service. Overall a well run establishment with good service.
Kenny Mac is by far one of the best barbers, if not the best barber in Chicago land. He’s courteous and highly professional. 5 stars all the way!!
A place you are never gonna regret going to get your haircuts with the professionals and best of the best service.
I first came across Kennys shop after 6 months of living in Chicago without knowledge of a solid barber shop. To say finding these guys was a breath of fresh air would be an understatement. I personally sit in Kennys chair everytime I walk into the shop, but thats not to say I dont think all of his barbers are masters of their craft. The way Kenny runs the shop, from the way he handles new-comers to the way he remembers details about each of his costumers speaks to how much you really feel cared for after receiving a good cut from any one of these guys. A + barbershop in my opinion, and this is coming from a guy who grew up with a barber as a step dad (im no easy critic).
Nice barber shop, fabulous atmosphere, mainly African-American with other patrons coming for a cut or trim as well. Located in a nice mixed neighborhood
This is the only barbershop I go to in Chicago. Top quality.
Got a fresh cut from Fleetwood today. Excellent, personable staff. A great local business that deserves all the support in the world!
The dopest haircuts, good vibes and intelligent individuals. Neighborhood barbershop #UptownNative
Nice babershop, clean and comfortable. Barbers are friendly and attentive. A couple nice things about this shop is they offer online appointments and you can pay by debit or credit.
Great place 👌
Listened to both of my boys and gave them what they wanted. Great hair cuts, clean shop, nice R&B playing. Great atmosphere.
Both my experiences at Kenny’s Barber shop have been great, amazing guy and amazing barber y’all should check them out TODAY!!!
I was a walk-in customer mid week looking for a haircut. Kenny greeted me at the door I didnt have to wait. Great staff and haircut, best kept secret in Uptown. I will be back.