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Barbering By Marcus
38 E 21st St, New York, NY 10010, United States
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Barbering By Marcus

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St
Review №1

These guys are artists. Its more than a $10 haircut but its worth the price. My wife says I never looked better. Thanks Roland

Je
Review №2

In NYC on business and needed a fresh haircut. Prob the best haircut I’ve had in years! Oliver was excellent. Will definitely be back.

Ar
Review №3

This is my go-to spot. Always fantastic. Would fly back for a hair cut here

Ni
Review №4

Have been going here for 6 years. An amazing experience each time. Marcus really knows his craft and is always happy to recommend something if youre not sure what you want with your hair.

Su
Review №5

Have been seeing Rolin for many years now. Rolins professionalism and expertise is unparalleled. Rolin will work with you with a vision in mind and out performs my expectations at every visit. I am very happy to have found Barbering by Marcus after many mediocre barbershops. If you want to look and feel your best, Barbering by Marcus is the place and Rolin is the guy to look for!

C
Review №6

Been seeing Marcus for years, so happy theyre still in business and theyre following safe protocols! Always a fantastic haircut, changed to a longer style than usual and Marcus did not fail to impress

Ma
Review №7

Marcus and Team are first-class in both professionalism and barbering expertise. Ive tried many barbers in Mid-Town/Flatiron and this one is far and away the best. Attention to detail is present, pricing is fair and hot towel/shave/massage are a nice touch.

Br
Review №8

Phenomenal service and experience. Recently moved to the city recently from out of state. Oliver cut my hair and was incredibly detail oriented and I love my cut.As a guy you often have to choose between someone who knows how to fade and someone who can actually cut hair. Not the case here. Oliver did an incredible job and Ill definitely come back.

Ma
Review №9

The best place with the best professionals.

Er
Review №10

I love this place. Always feels like an oasis from it all and the level of detail by everyone is truly appreciated. I love being able to book online and appreciate each barber/stylist does their very best to keep the schedule on track! They try to accommodate walk-ins but take those that bothered to book in advance as the priority.

Ma
Review №11

By far the best barber shop I have ever been to. The service and quality is phenomenal!! Marcus and Ryon are amazing as well as the rest of the crew. They all provide world class A level service. I have been going there for about a year now and would recommend this to anyone looking for a great stylist. Thank you Marcus and Ryon.

Sc
Review №12

Good haircut. Disingenuous experience.Ive gotten my haircut at this place 3x. Theyve always given me a good haircut, but Ive been really disappointed by the experience.The 2nd time I got a haircut there, it cost $40 more than the first time. When I asked why, they said it was because I had a 45 minute cut. I thought that was weird because i didnt ask for that, I just asked for a haircut. The 3rd time I made sure to select 30 minutes online in the booking. When asked if I wanted scissors or a razor, I said scissors and they gave me and charged me for the 45 minute haircut without telling me scissors meant a 45 minute haircut. I brought up that I thought this was weird they didnt tell me I was opting in for a more expensive experience and saw no remorse from the staff member. I will not be coming back here despite the quality product.

Mi
Review №13

Ive had my hair cut by Rolin and Ryan both, and theyre fantastic. The ambiance and level of service is great. I find myself very welcomed here but it never takes too long and it feels like an efficient operation. I can also trust their opinions on cuts and feel comfortable letting them do their thing. Cant imagine myself going anywhere else.

Ph
Review №14

Truly the best haircut of my life. This barbershop is great with all hair types, and gave me the best fade I’ve ever had. Love that they respect appointment times and offer 5 star service. Strongly recommend to anyone looking for great service and a great cut.

Ph
Review №15

Fantastic service. Professional cuts. However, values customers punctuality. Go there on time!

Da
Review №16

Marcus and Rolin have cut my hair for a decade and I can assure you that this is the BEST barber service anywhere. I can say that because I travel with great frequency and often have longer stays in the major US Cities where I must settle for a standard easily two stars below what Marcus offers. Yes, they are not cheap by comparison but the service and attention to detail more than justify the price. Save yourself the time and go to Barbering By Marcus. Lastly I will add that I am a black man and they handle my hair with a level of care and attention to detail I have not seen anywhere. If you read any accusations on this feed that they are not accessible to people of color, these could not be more untrue. Trust me, you will not be disappointed.

Ro
Review №17

The best. Thanks

Da
Review №18

Ive been going to Marcus for a little over a year now, and I will never go to a different barber. If customer service is important to you, then this shop is your best bet. I usually get a haircut and shave when I visit the shop and I walk out feeling great. Marcus makes sure that you are well taken care of while youre in there. They offer you drinks such as coffee, tea, or water. Whatever you ask for, they will try to get. Their cuts are amazing. Whatever you want your hair to look like, they make it happen. They take pride in their services, which is important to me. Its clean and always being tidied by the assistants. They wash your hair thoroughly, which is a plus for me. While youre getting a shave, they make sure they dont nick you and apply scented hot and cold towels on your face. They do some facial massaging, which is always a good feeling. Honestly, the price is a little steep at $85 for a cut and shave. Compared to a crappy $40 shave and cut at other barber shops, I would rather spend the extra money. They provide better service, they allow appointments, they are clean, and they actually know how to cut your hair. If your haircut is usually done with only a buzzer, then this place is not for you. If your hair requires the use of scissors, and you are particular with your hair, then give this place a try. Id be surprised if you walked out disappointed. And you never walk out with hair on your neck and face! 👍🏻 ✂️

Mi
Review №19

I see Ryon and Im hesitant to recommend him because I dont want you to steal his time from me! I have been seeing him for years now. He gives me haircuts that make me feel great, and because we have built a relationship and rapport I completely trust him. I dont even have to tell him what I want when I sit down because he knows I trust him. Im type one diabetic and tonight when I saw him my blood sugar dropped in the middle of my hair cut. He took such great care of me and was so hospitable. Thanks for taking care of me, Ryon! In more ways than one!

TJ
Review №20

Marcus is always great. Extremely friendly, really professional and Ive always left feeling great about the cut. Super timely too which is great for me and my hour lunch break. Definitely book with him, youll be happy.

Ma
Review №21

Very professional. Squeezed me in and accommodated my needs in a timely fashion. Results of the service was 8 out of 10. Highly recommend if cost is not an issue for your hair.

Jo
Review №22

Best barbershop Ive managed to find in NYC! Ive gotten nothing but fantastic haircuts from Rolin over the years.

St
Review №23

Marcus delivers consistently great cuts that look solid from the moment you walk out to the moment you walk back in for your next haircut. Never have I gone to someone with as much talent as he displays. I absolutely love this place and wont go anywhere else.

An
Review №24

Amazing. That wasnt a shave it was an experience for sure! Rolin a master at his craft, attentive & friendly... combine that with the ambiance, friendly staff, state of the art equipment, quality products and youll have one the most relaxing, pampering times at a barber in your life.

Az
Review №25

This place was awesome. I walked off the street and they sorted me out straight away. I was offered a beer or coffee which I was amazed and the barber George did a awesome job. AJ from NZ

Ro
Review №26

This place is amazing!!I have been coming to see Marcus and crew for abour 4 years now. The whole experience from the hair was to the excellent chairs are on point . Your hair grows out perfect with all the blades and cutting they do.Certified Fresh!

An
Review №27

Love everyone in this place excellent in every way!!

Da
Review №28

Marcus is one of my favorites. I have been going to him for a couple years now -= always a great vibe at the shop and everyone seems happy - I always get compliments about the haircut.

Ro
Review №29

Ryon makes you feel confortable and at home. I look forward to each of my visits.

Sa
Review №30

Excellent attention to detail, and very personable staff. Ive been coming to Marcus for over four years, and hiswork has consistently been above and beyond. Highly recommended.

Da
Review №31

Best in the City! I searched for a long time to find the best haircut, I found it with Marcus and his team. He gets it right every time. Try him once and look no further! Thanks Marcus!

Mi
Review №32

Came to this place after reading these reviews.I have a mid-long hair and prefer to have only scissors cut.First time I didn’t explain the way to cut my hair and just showed a picture, hoping that it would be quite enough for a stylist in that kind of pricy place. When he finished my haircut wasn’t even close to what I was showing.As far as I’m a stupid and reflexive, I decided that the picture is not enough and I need to explain what I want to so called barberist.Since more than a month I came there for the second time, explained my haircut in details and said exactly what to do. He did absolutely the same short haircut as he did a month ago.I got outta there in total madness with strong understanding that they make a haircuts in one certain pattern and that’s it. The place is pricy just because of the location and their service, not due to flexible professionals.This is my subjective review but still if you have a mid or long haircut I would definitely NOT recommend this place

De
Review №33

I have been seeing Marcus since 2012, without a doubt the best barber in New York. He is very consistent and pays close attention to details. A True master of clippers and scissors.

Co
Review №34

Great barbers with great service. Each barber has their unique personality when combined is a great workforce.

Ra
Review №35

Oliver babered my hair today in what was my first appointment in this place. He is a great baber and a gentleman and cut my hair with extreme precision. But he is not a stylist. I walked in hoping to have a stylish haircut, but I just walked out with regular seeming haircut. I tried to explain to him but him and Marcus would not add any style element to it. They offered to have my hair cut again if I bring a picture of what Im looking for. Thats generous but I walked out feeling disappointed for the price I paid.

Co
Review №36

Ive never had a barber with such a high level of detail. Im used to rushed haircuts with plain results. Marcus and his team go well beyond to give a fresh look.Im never going anywhere else.

Fe
Review №37

Best Barber in NYC - Ill leave it at that!

Mi
Review №38

Ive been going to Ryon for about 10 months since moving to NYC. Every haircut has been nothing less than perfect every time. The place is always very clean and everyone there is friendly and professional. This is the only place Ill go to.

Xe
Review №39

Waaay overpriced and totally under performed. I am an African American and they have several Barbers of color, who claim to be masters at their craft, the environment is pleasant, the prelude to the haircut is nice, but the actual haircut was garbage! On the recommendation of the owner Marcus, I was serviced by a Barber who claimed he had years of experience, but this was not reflected in the end result, and I was charged $100+, for what should have been a simple sunburst fade mohawk and beard trim, that ended up looking more like a blunt bowl cut. It was not worth the money, nor the time. Unless you are a person with wavy to straight hair, and you dont mind paying more than $80 dollars for location, ambiance and a simple haircut and beard trim, dont bother. I have kinky hair, and clearly they have no real experience with my hair type. So Im sticking with my Dominican brothers in the Bronx & Yonkers, who provide a good environment with GREAT SERVICE for UNDER $30. Big Up and Much Love and Respect to Aldo of Aldos Barber Shop at 300 New Main Street in Yonkers, I ALWAYS enjoy the experience and I ALWAYS leave looking So Fresh and So Clean, Clean!!! Barbering By Marcus, was an extreme disappointment and, Lord willing, IM NEVER GOING BACK!To Recap and Respond to the owners response to My Review, HELL NO, I WAS NOT SATISFIED. I left in a cordial and diplomatic way, not wanting to create a scene or disturb your customers. So I would greatly appreciate it if youd refrain from telling ME about MY experience. The only correction to my original post should be where I referred to my haircut as a sunburst fade with a mohawk, A truly experienced barber (Twan, from Levels, West 125th street) corrected me, its a South of France haircut, but you and your barbers didnt know that, even after I showed threeof you (including Oliver) at least 2 pictures. So cut the Bull$#!+ Bro. Check any of my reviews, ALL of them are fair and honest, your just angry because I hit the nail on the head with my review. Your shop is not geared to People of Color with kinky hair. Keep it real, and accept that you cant please everyone. Be happy you got 1 star from me!!!

Da
Review №40

Marcus and his team give great cuts (and shaves) and pay attention to all of the little details (would you like a hot towel or cold) that add up to a terrific experience.

mi
Review №41

First time with Marcus . Do yourself a favor and get a cut by him . Attention to detail . Good price . Nice guy .

Br
Review №42

Amazing cuts and amazing barber! Never had a better experience.

M
Review №43

Disingenuous receptionist with poor attitude. When I walked in and asked for a haircut the receptionist gave me a strange look, went in to “check”, came back and told me the barber is busy?? The place was deserted at the time. Do you want to be in business or not?

Am
Review №44

Simply the best. There are no better places in NY than this.

R
Review №45

Expert barbers.

Al
Review №46

Good ambiance, great haircut, and free drinks :)

D
Review №47

Ryon is the best!

Ph
Review №48

Great haircut and experience!

Br
Review №49

Excellent haircut by Marcus.

Ra
Review №50

Marcus is amazing

Cu
Review №51

Marcus is meticulous

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4.8 Rating
  • Address:38 E 21st St, New York, NY 10010, United States
  • Site:http://barberingbymarcus.com/
  • Phone:+1 646-327-2929
Categories
  • Barber shop
  • Hair salon
  • Hairdresser
Working hours
  • Monday:9am–7pm
  • Tuesday:9am–5pm
  • Wednesday:Closed
  • Thursday:9am–7pm
  • Friday:9am–7pm
  • Saturday:9am–7pm
  • Sunday:9am–7pm
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
Amenities
  • Toilets:Yes
Planning
  • Appointments recommended:Yes
  • LGBTQ-friendly:Yes
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