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Gambuzzas Barbershop LLC
304 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville, TN 37919, United States
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Gambuzzas Barbershop LLC

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Jo
Review №1

This place was amazing. By the looks of all chairs being filled with clients, this place was huming. My stylist Emma,, was great,, professional and right to the point..Covid practices were inplace, even having you wait outside until they text you to come in for your appt. Hands down one of the best place I have been this side of Tokyo.

Ri
Review №2

Realy realy great place. I remember when it was Franks

Ri
Review №3

Great barber shop with all the amenities you could want. I was a newcomer and barber, Kylie, gave me one of the best, most relaxing, washes and haircuts Ive had in some time. Thank you Kylie

Wi
Review №4

Steven was wonderful and great to talk to. The experience was relaxing and easily took me from a bad mood and put me in a great mood. I am definitely coming back.

Ni
Review №5

I always love coming to this Barbershop! The atmosphere is very friendly and nostalgic here, and they always give everyone the red carpet treatment. Lauren did a fantastic job with my hair, and my wife loves it too!

Ri
Review №6

Alicia was fun, professional, personable, and did a fantastic job. Her schedule is very accommodating to boot. I will be back to see her!

Al
Review №7

Great staff and well priced. Busy but enjoyable every minute. You will be greeted with a smile and offered a root beer or beverage of your choice highly recommend

Ro
Review №8

Good haircut. However, front desk will upcharge you afterwards by $5 saying your cutter just received a promotion. No prior notice of the increased cost. Third time this has happened. Common practice here.

Ri
Review №9

Real cool place fantastic hair cut and shave

Sa
Review №10

This place is awesome, very professional and fixed my mullet up perfectly for the 10th annual amateur night at the frisky whisky.

Gi
Review №11

Amazing experience at Gambuzza’s on Northshore today. Went in with a scraggly beard and a mop of hair and told them I’m a blank canvas. They fixed me up and left me looking 🔥 and feeling like a million bucks. Can’t wait to go back again!

Br
Review №12

Great place, great atmosphere. Steven is a master at his craft

Pe
Review №13

Probably one of the worst haircuts I received. The barber rushed and didn’t even do as I asked. I thought based off the reviews that this would be a good place, however it was not. I don’t recommend.

Tr
Review №14

Tyler did an awesome job with my long beard. Good conversation, and thanks the service to our Country.

Da
Review №15

I always look forward to my haircuts here. The staff is very friendly, and the space is very relaxing and enjoyable. Wont go anywhere else as long as I live in Knoxville.

Ja
Review №16

I have been getting my hair cut here for a few years now I have had a few different barbers cut my hair, but have settled with Jarrod, and the experience here has been great!

Er
Review №17

Im so pleased with new barber and impressed, good visit

jo
Review №18

Awesome friendly atmosphere. Alicia is great!

jo
Review №19

Top quality skills, great customer service--worth every penny. Stop getting butchered at discount name brand shops. Look your best, have a great time, and spend just a little more.

Se
Review №20

Great hair cuts and experience u get to play pool throw dart and a root beer for free

Za
Review №21

One of the best barber shops/mens salons in town!

Ph
Review №22

Best place to get a haircut in Knoxville. Ask for Melissa she is the best. Ive been coming here a year and half now.

Se
Review №23

Not always the easiest to get in when you want or get with the person you prefer, but once you do, its worth it, the whole experience is enjoyable.

Ja
Review №24

Best place in Knoxville to get a haircut.

Ga
Review №25

Curtis is an awesome barber, and its always a pleasure to go here for my haircut and shave. Be prepared for the prices, they are steep, but its fantastic quality. I liked it better when it was called Franks, but new owners. Oh well. Hopefully there wont be any drastic changes. Gambuzza is a dumb name though. I highly recommend a different name for the place. I feel like Im going to the circus when I talk about it.

El
Review №26

Loved this place! If you do decide to get your hair cut here, I recommend you choose Taylor as your stylist. She did an amazing job on my hair and was super friendly and beyond nice .

Ry
Review №27

This is hands down the best place in Knoxville to get a cut. Great atmosphere and even better barbers. Have never been disappointed with my experience here in the 2 years since I started going

Ra
Review №28

Zach was fantastic! My son does not like to get his haircut but Zach was very quick and flawless! Highly recommend him!!

Be
Review №29

Best mens barber shop in Knoxville. The barbers are really good at apprentice level but when you get to Master - BOOM! Dont stress about arriving early. They have cheese, billiards, darts, and of course ESPN. Check it out

St
Review №30

Probably best haircut I have ever had, Alicia was awesome! Dont gamble on your hair elsewhere, go there!

Br
Review №31

Todd is next level skill. The women are beautiful and I enjoyed the music selection they were playing. One customer actually threw it back and then..to my surprise..they hit dem folks widdit..🤣🤣😉😎

Je
Review №32

I accidentally clicked one star yesterday and thought I would correct that. We bring our little boy here and theyre always SUPER sweet with him. Weve gone to both locations and theyre always patient and kind and do a great job! Its clean and affordable and the staff are all amazing.

Tr
Review №33

Great shop! Very professional and for the price you pay for the services you get is top notch and hard to beat.

Ja
Review №34

Excellent service! Harley is the best!

Ta
Review №35

Frank’s is hands down the best barber shop for men in Knoxville and the surrounding areas. The environment is very comfortable, and my appointments have always begun on time. Leah has been my stylist for four years and it has changed my look completely. I have had both short hair and shoulder length hairstyles styled by Leah, and I have always been incredibly satisfied with the result. For Halloween I asked Leah to make my hair look like Game of Thrones character Jon Snow, and I won a costume contest because of the hairstyle’s likeness. Leah also makes the appointments fun and entertaining.

ga
Review №36

Franks Barber Shop is the perfect place for any man regardless of style. Todd did a fantastic job with my hair and beard. He was able to take my abstract ideas and turn them into exactly what I wanted. Each cut was purposeful and precise. In addition to obvious skill, Todd is a great guy in general and I would recommend him to anyone; definitely worthy of the expert barber title. The vintage barber shop atmosphere and the barbers professional attitudes, not to mention complementary root beer served in a frosted mug, really set Franks apart from all other barber shops. After my experience its easy to see why Franks is one of the best barber shops in America. I always leave here feeling like a modern king!

Cl
Review №37

Taylor was fantastic. She assheared me I looked handsome

Di
Review №38

Went with a group of 5 people. Each stylist was amazing and did a wonderful job.

Gu
Review №39

Bella is the best! I always look my best after coming in for a cut.

Ad
Review №40

Best barber shop in Knoxville! Scheduling is easy and the environment is excellent.

Je
Review №41

The best place in Knoxville for a haircut. The price is as affordable as the commercial chains in town but you get a consistently great cut every time. Ask for Shannon, shes the best.

St
Review №42

A little on the pricey side, but a great overall experience. We didnt have an appointment which is recommended because they are fairly busy all the time, but luckily they were able to get my son in right away. They were great with my 5 year old, making him feel comfortable and included. The shop itself is gorgeous, its got an old school vibe but with lots of technology. And the staff was great, everyone was very friendly and accommodating.

Je
Review №43

Lauren B is AMAZING & so good with kids! My 3 year old has never liked getting his haircut, but he loved Lauren!

Jo
Review №44

The shop was clean and the staff are very friendly. They also do a great job of wearing masks and prevention according to the city regulations for COVID19.

Br
Review №45

Yeah, its pretty good. I consistently go there every time I need a haircut. The staff are all pretty nice.

Ge
Review №46

Ive been having my hair cut by Leah for over a year now. Leah is an exceptional beautician and always does an outstanding job. She is concerned that I have an awesome experience and that I am completely satisfied with how my hair looks when she is finished. I highly recommend Franks and Leah as well.

Mi
Review №47

Our normal stylist wasn’t available and my husband really needed a haircut so we googled places in town that had good reviews. We took a chance with Frank’s and were extremely disappointed. The atmosphere was cool but the barber had no clue what he was doing. I’m not sure if he was new or not but even if your other stylist are good, it is bad business to hire someone who can’t even blend a simple men’s haircut. We will not be returning.

My
Review №48

The absolute best barber shop I have ever been to. The employees are super nice, the atmosphere is great and Jarrod is a very skilled barber! This was my 1st time going to Franks and theres no way that I will ever go anywhere else. I booked online and everything went smoothly. Ill be back!

Br
Review №49

Been coming here for 4 years! Love it!

Au
Review №50

This is the first time I have walked out of a haircut feeling more confident than when I walked in. Major thanks to Angel Gonzalez who walked me through his vision of what he thought would look the best and then making that vision become reality. Angel treated me with the upmost professionalism and his creativity is superior to others. Angel will be seeing me for years to come!

Ad
Review №51

Fellas, if you need a cut and beard trim, dont go anywhere else. Thank me later.

Du
Review №52

This is a great barber shop, and far exceeded my expectations for a sample beard trim. The lounge inside was quite luxurious, and the barbers in clerks one more than willing to make sure all the customers felt comfortable before, during, and after their shave or haircut. The atmosphere was a rustic and rugged one, with pleasant aroma and abundant laughter. This location was highly recommended to me, and I would also highly recommend this barbershop to anyone in the area.

Ma
Review №53

Received a great haircut, they are being very careful with sanitation and Covid protections.

St
Review №54

My wife and I moved to Knoxville almost 2 years ago after multiple corporate moves in San Francisco, Chicago and Santa Barbara. Weve made this community our long-term home, so I immediately started to try and find a Barber to be my go-to person each month... So thankful to have found Leah! After spending 9-10 months trying various locations and Barbers (yes...Im pretty darn picky), Leah cut my hair and Ive been back ever since. I travel constantly, teaching photography all over the world, so before each tour I like to get a haircut; undoubtedly, Ill be meeting new clients and believe first impressions are a big deal. Leah has never let me down... She is always on-time, professional, friendly and does a great job. Thank you Leah for your excellent service and craft. Keep up the great work...see you next month!-Steve

Ke
Review №55

Frank’s has a nice waiting area; it has televisions, comfortable seating, and a pool table. When I entered I was greeted warmly by the receptionist. My barber inquired about the style of haircut I was seeking. He took the time to listen to me. That’s important. My hair has changed since I’ve gotten older, so my barber styled it accordingly. He even gave me helpful advice on how to apply product to my hair. This was my first visit to Frank’s. I’ve tried the many “popular” barbers and stylists in West Knoxville. Each time I’ve come away not 100% pleased with the outcome. But my experience at Frank’s was 100% positive. Thanks.

Al
Review №56

This is exactly what you want in a barbershop.While some places have gone after the man-cave appeal, a lot of them end up either riding the line between fake and cringey. Not here, at Franks you genuinely feel taken care for.The staff is incredibly friendly. The relaxed and open atmosphere puts you well at easy and comfortable for the duration of your shave or haircut.Speaking of which, the end results speak for themselves. I am absolutely delighted with my cut and you can bet your bottom dollar Ill be coming back here on the regular for maintenance.In conclusion, Franks is awesome and I would not get my hair or beard trimmed anywhere else in town.

No
Review №57

Absolute top notch experience. Curtis was given just a general idea of what I liked. I havent cut my hair in 5 years and he made it an all around amazing experience and created a new man out of me for my future endeavors in society. Fantastic!

Cl
Review №58

Its a pleasure to visit Franks Barbershop on Northshore. I have been a customer for 3 years. The staff is amazing. Leah is my stylist. I truly look forward to seeing her every couple of weeks. Shes always fun and very professional. Leah gives me honest feedback on my grooming and performs her services flawlessly. Thanks to Leah, Franks Barbershop appointments are my standard holiday gift for my friends. She has always makes them feel special. Thanks Frank for having someone of Leahs caliber on your team.

An
Review №59

Cool place, great haircut!

Pa
Review №60

I think Frank’s is a great place for guys. The staff is extremely friendly and the facility is always clean and well kept. My stylist, Leah, is outstanding. She provides me with a perfect cut each time and is very knowledgeable of their products offered. I recommend Frank’s to any guy and know they would like it.

Mi
Review №61

Took my son here twice, wasnt that impressed, as we didnt feel that welcomed. Actually felt like we were just another warm body to them. If you want attention to detail would suggest try another less busy shop. Theres about 15-20 people an hour coming and going...

Th
Review №62

First time at Frank’s Barbershop and I was thoroughly impressed! The staff, the atmosphere, the experience was superb. It was my 2yr old sons first haircut and Brian did an excellent job. Very professional and great with kids. I may join Hair Club for Men, just so I can get a haircut at Franks.

Ma
Review №63

Always had a great experience here. Accommodates all budgets for mens haircuts. If youre a guy .... go here, no better place.

To
Review №64

Originally we had a bit of a sour experience speaking with a call center representative sorting out my son’s appointment. Minutes later we received a call from Frank himself- who was more than apologetic and went above and beyond to make things right and earn our future business. My son had an awesome time at Frank’s- and got a great haircut- and Frank is a business owner’s business owner. What an awesome guy. We will definitely be back next time.

Sh
Review №65

In my opinion, Franks is the best place in Knoxville for mens hair styles. Jarrod did my haircut. It is, hands down, the best haircut Ive ever had. I showed him a picture of what I wanted; he made it happen. The waiting area has more than fashion magazines to keep you occupied, and some refreshments are provided. In response to some of the reviews complaining about price, simply put, you get what you pay for. Considering a haircut and hairstyle often sets the bar for first impressions, I think the end result is WELL worth the price I paid. If you are a guy in the Knoxville area, and want a nice cut, come check out Franks.P.S. call ahead for an appointment, they are busy for a reason.

Mi
Review №66

Ill start out by saying that Im a bald guy with a beard. What business do I have at a barber shop? Well, theres nothing like a good shave and a beard trim! With that said, Ive had good and bad experiences at Franks. The first time my head got carved up by a straight razor and my neck was sore for days from the clipper burn. The barber spent more time staring at his apple watch than the blade in his hand, and then poured powder on the cuts and handed me a cold towel for all the blood. Fortunately, when I let them know about my experience, the management credited me the amount ($40) for the shave and beard trim. I came back and saw a very skilled barber named Curtis who made all the difference. He took his time, was precise, careful, and gave me one of the best shaves of my life. Overall, this place is pretty great, but who you see makes all the difference, and I highly recommend Curtis!

Br
Review №67

I had a great experience! I am in town for my wedding reception at The Lighthouse (Also Amazing) and was referred by The Lighthouse staff. The atmosphere in the shop is great, the staff is accommodating and my stylist Mallory was a class act. I recommend Franks to my brother in law when he got into town and mentioned that he needed a haircut. Go check them out!

Ch
Review №68

My hair is very difficult to cut. I have had a regular barber in years. Getting a haircut hadcbecome something I dread. I hate to be dramatic, but Franks changed that. Franks was a great experience from the minute I walked in. The place is amazing, the staff is friendly and welcoming. Alicia cut my hair and did an amazing job. Its the first time Ive left a hair appointment happy in a long time. Franks is great and Alicia is amazing. If you arent getting your hair cut at Franks you should be.

Ja
Review №69

Wow! What a great experience again. (forgot to Check-in via G+) I was there 7/13/2012 when the *2012 Mens Olympic Swim team* was there getting haircuts and enjoying the atmosphere. Franks has opened a new area with more barber chairs since I was last there. Glad to see they are doing well, and deservedly so, as my haircuts always are great.My haircuts are always excellent. The experience professional and friendly. Highly recommend Franks.

Sa
Review №70

I have traveled all over the world (39 countries so far), Ive had some great haircut experiences in my life, but Franks Barber Shop is a cut above the rest. The place itself is classy, the service is incredible. I came into the shop with stress from work and left Franks feeling like a new man. It might be a bit more than your average barber but this is not your average barber. They go the whole nine yards in service and to me that totally makes it worth it.

Ma
Review №71

Great service, you get what you pay for. Leah has been cutting my hair for a few years now and does a great job every time. Great atmosphere!

Fa
Review №72

I started going to Franks with a gift certificate from my kids. I keep going because its a great haircut and a unique experience. I wont be going anywhere else until they close their doors. Not a big fan of the West location, but Northshore is fantastic.

An
Review №73

Great place, kudos to Britan, fun Lady, good conversation and a great cut. I also have had cuts from other stylists and at the other location, it always has been a cool experience. Thank you for providing us guys with a SALON too😉, much needed besides all the Clips, Supercuts and Style places. Frank’s doesn’t need this review to keep its doors open anymore but I’m going to share my experience anyways.Thank you

Je
Review №74

The atmosphere of this location is amazing. You walk in your graded by amazing staff and offered a root beer to drink. While you wait you have the option of sitting in leather chairs, playing pool, and conversing with other gentleman. Taylor is by far the best professional that I see at this location. Please ask for Taylor!

St
Review №75

Today was my first visit to Frank’s and I wasn’t disappointed. There’s nothing else in town like it; it reminded me of the upscale barbershops in Chicago. Great atmosphere, friendly service and the haircut Frank gave me was PERFECT! I won’t go anywhere else or see anyone else for a haircut. Thanks Frank!!!

da
Review №76

I moved to TN from the West Coast a pair of years ago and I STRUGGLED attempting to find a barbershop that would not only provide me with a clean cut but that would also make me feel right at home. I was able to find it all here; sharp cuts and welcoming hospitality with a touch of Californian atmosphere. Thanks Franks for exceeding my spectations.

Mi
Review №77

Sunday was my first time in, and Nolan cut my hair. He was personable and a confident barber, who gave me the haircut I was expecting. Ive found my new barber.

Jo
Review №78

Just moved to Knoxville and very choosy about whom to trust with my million dollar hair lol ....Ive had Hunter cut my hair twice now and she is my stylist for life . Excellent cut, great service and a hot towel ..cant beat it.

Le
Review №79

I have been going to Franks to get my haircut for the last few years. In that time Leah has never let me down. She always does a great job and is always very professional. Going to Franks is something I look forward to just because its always a relaxed environment with great people.

Ma
Review №80

Shannon is great.

Ph
Review №81

Awesome place..

Au
Review №82

Franks is hands down the best. I know when my son and I go here we will come out looking our best. We moved last year to Cookeville and after searching multiple places and trying out several other barber shops and hair salons we gladly still make the 1.5 hour drive back to Franks for hair cuts. You simply cant beat it.

Bo
Review №83

I had an appointment for 12:30 and waited for 45 minutes for Terry and not only had to leave but was shown zero concern for my lack of service! I completely understand taking longer than expected to do a good job for a client, but I was never once communicated with during the waiting process. This was my first time at Franks the best barber shop in America and I have to say...Ive gotten better service a Great Clips.

Ju
Review №84

Frank’s is the best! I grew my hair out for 2 years and went in for a cut. I’d never had a long haircut before and didn’t know what to ask for, plus my hair is crazy curly and thick. The first cut ended up looking too poofy once it dried, so I came back and they totally took care of me. Ended up spending 2 hours on my hair in total and making me look awesome. Thank you Bryan and Emma!

tn
Review №85

Hands down the best barbershop in Knoxville. Ive been getting my hair cut by Leah for a year or so now and theres no way I could go back to Great Clips etc. Service is always prompt, professional, and miles ahead of the competition. If quality and style matter to you, head to Franks and look no further.

Ka
Review №86

Harley was amazing with my seven year old grandson.

St
Review №87

JW is great!

Cr
Review №88

Kristin is fantastic.

Do
Review №89

My first visit today. Wife and daughter had been trying to get me there for years. Grace really did a super job on my hair and made it such a great experience for me. My wife thanks you, my daughter thanks you, and I loved Grace and look forward to being a loyal client.

Al
Review №90

Wonderful facility. Great staff. Veteran day services.

St
Review №91

Had an appointment today with Luis. I love the hair cut and beard trim / shape up. Definitely going to set up another appointment with Luis, Which I highly recommend.

J
Review №92

I always come to Franks for my haircuts. Very professional and relaxing. Well worth the money

Za
Review №93

Look there is no way around it. The hair cuts are expensive here. Especially when you consider a places like super cuts. That said there is no barbershop experience better than Franks. The staff is amazing and the experience is first class. Treat yourself and go get your hair styled at Franks.

St
Review №94

Been a regular with Leah for almost four years, and could not recommend her enough. Definitely worth the price and booking specifically with her. She is an absolute pro with men’s hair and even manages to make my (thick and difficult) hair look neat and presentable everytime. Always look forward to our appointments.

Jo
Review №95

I have been going to Franks for over two years. I always get a good haircut, but this place has become too popular with the student crowd. Its impossible to get an appointment in under two or three weeks. TWO OR THREE WEEKS! I did make an appointment for 3 weeks in the future the last time, but they called me when the stylist was out sick. The only thing they could offer me was a cancellation if something came open.... that or book their first available in two more weeks.PS: I have read some folks are excited they offer straight edge shaves. I got one a couple of years ago and it doesnt compare to a true straight edge shave. At franks, they use a Gillette safety razor for part of the shave. It wasnt very close.

Fo
Review №96

This is the place to go for a top-notch haircut. The establishment really captures the ideal of a classic barbershop as well as having great extras like pool, darts, and chilled root beer.

Al
Review №97

What a great experience!! Alissa is great, the atmosphere is amazing, and the haircut is on point. After moving to Knoxville I was having a hard time finding a place to get my hair cut and then Franks caught my eye. 5 stars all day!!

Ch
Review №98

I drive 45 minutes to Franks. I always had 9 am appt on Friday when time for a cut. I was almost there one Friday when I received a call saying the stylist called in sick. This I totally understand. I explained that I drive almost 45 minutes and Im 2 minutes from the salon. I ask was it possible to work me in with someone else? The lady was quick to say that wouldnt happen and my option would be to reschedule. I again explained Im pulling into the parking lot now. She said sir you can reschedule at a later time thats the only option.I had been going there for a while when this happened.I realized they don t care much about customer service. Havent been back!!!

Ad
Review №99

An excellent barber shop that meets and exceeds every expectation as to what a barber shop should look and feel like.

el
Review №100

First time going there and get very welcome, and an amazing haircut. I will definitely be going back.

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4.5 Rating
  • Address:304 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville, TN 37919, United States
  • Site:http://gambuzzasbarbershop.com/
  • Phone:+1 865-588-4001
Categories
  • Barber shop
Working hours
  • Monday:9am–5pm
  • Tuesday:8am–1pm
  • Wednesday:Closed
  • Thursday:Closed
  • Friday:11am–7pm
  • Saturday:9am–5pm
  • Sunday:11am–7pm
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
Planning
  • Appointments recommended:Yes
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