5 Best Barber Shops in New York (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

By Elara Kestrel, Health and Medical Expert · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 8 min read

A good barber shop in New York is worth finding once and sticking with, since a bad fade takes weeks to grow out. The shops on this page have collected 3,703 reviews between them, and every single one sits between 4.7 and 5.0 stars, a tighter band than you'll find in almost any other service category in the city.

Short answer: Ray's Barber Shop Tribeca tops the list at 4.9 stars across 1,702 reviews, the deepest track record here. UNDERCUT BARBERSHOP 2 actually posts a perfect 5.0 across 416 reviews, and Skullfade Barbers and Gentleman's Barber Spa NYC both clear 4.7 with hundreds of reviews apiece. A standard haircut across these shops runs roughly $30 to $80, with premium services like a razor shave pushing past $100.

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How New York's top barber shops compare

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Ray's Barber Shop Tribeca	4.9 ★	1,702	All-around cuts, hot towel shaves	View ›
2	Skullfade Barbers	4.7 ★	790	Fast, reliable fades in FiDi	View ›
3	UNDERCUT BARBERSHOP 2	5.0 ★	416	Scissor cuts near City Hall	View ›
4	Gentleman's Barber Spa NYC	4.8 ★	466	Full-treatment shaves, old-school barbering	View ›
5	Barber's Point	4.9 ★	329	SoHo neighborhood regulars	View ›

The shortlist, reviewed

#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Ray's Barber Shop Tribeca

4.91,702 Google reviews

Ray's Barber Shop sits in Tribeca, a short walk from City Hall near where Tribeca meets the Financial District. The shop offers haircuts, kids' cuts, beard trims and shaping, hair color, and hot towel razor shaves, blending classic barbering with modern styles.

What people praise

Barbers praised for reading exactly what a client wants without much explanation needed
Hot towel shaves called out as a standout weekly ritual by regulars
Kids' cuts handled with patience, per multiple parent reviews
Long-time customers say they trust no one else with their hair

Worth knowing

As one of the busier shops on this list, walk-in wait times can add up

Reputation scorecardrank in New York

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume1,702 · 97th

Confidencevery high

Recency8 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown95% 5-star

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Our take: With 1,702 reviews at 4.9 stars, this is the deepest and most consistent track record on the page. It's the safe first call for most people in the Tribeca and Battery Park City area.

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46 Park Pl, New York, NY 10007

#2🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Skullfade Barbers

4.7790 Google reviews

Skullfade Barbers opened in 2020 in the Financial District and has grown into a two-location operation, now also at 90 Water Street. The shop describes itself as a luxury barbering experience with a laid-back, hip atmosphere, distinct from an old-school stuffy shop.

What people praise

Regulars name specific barbers, like Anthony and Ruslan, for consistent, detailed cuts
Efficient service, with one reviewer in and out in about 15 minutes
Described as lively but comfortable, with music and a relaxed vibe
Owner is personally present and engaged, per reviewer mentions

Worth knowing

A go-to barber being on vacation means a different stylist, though reviewers report good backup options

Reputation scorecardrank in New York

Rating4.7 / 5

Review volume790 · 92th

Confidencehigh

Recency3 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown91% 5-star

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Our take: A 4.7 rating across 790 reviews backs up its reputation as a fast, no-nonsense option in FiDi, especially if you've got a regular barber you trust there.

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105 Nassau St, New York, NY 10038

#3🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

UNDERCUT BARBERSHOP 2

5.0416 Google reviews

UNDERCUT BARBERSHOP 2 is located on Broadway near City Hall, offering scissor cuts, razor cuts, and beard work. It's the second location under the Undercut name, and reviewers frequently name specific barbers like Shams, Faouzi, and Karim by name.

What people praise

Perfect 5.0 rating across 416 reviews is the highest score on this page
Clients describe feeling welcomed even as first-time walk-ins
Multiple reviewers mention specific barbers giving consistent results over years
Detail-oriented approach called out repeatedly, especially on beard shaping

Worth knowing

As a newer name relative to some others here, its history is shorter

Reputation scorecardrank in New York

Rating5 / 5

Review volume416 · 82th

Confidencehigh

Recency3 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown99% 5-star

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Our take: The perfect rating is real and holds across 416 reviews, though it's the smallest volume among the top picks. Worth booking directly with the barber a reviewer recommends.

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350 Broadway, New York, NY 10013

#4🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Gentleman's Barber Spa NYC

4.8466 Google reviews

Gentleman's Barber Spa NYC sits on Church Street in Tribeca, founded by master barber Peter Palushi, previously of London's Truefitt & Hill and New York's The Art of Shaving. The shop leans into a club-like, old-school barbering experience with refurbished 1950s chairs, offering haircuts, shaves, facials, and beard trims.

What people praise

Reviewers call it the best full-treatment shave and cut experience they've had
Antonio and Alex are both named repeatedly for precision and professionalism
The old-school antique chair setup and atmosphere get consistent praise

Worth knowing

One reviewer noted a 10% card surcharge and felt the advertised wash and massage wasn't delivered on a $60 cut
Premium pricing here runs higher than some other shops on this list

Reputation scorecardrank in New York

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume466 · 87th

Confidencehigh

Recency2 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown94% 5-star

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Our take: At 4.8 stars across 466 reviews, this is the pick for anyone who wants the full old-school barbershop ritual, not just a quick trim, and is willing to pay for it.

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200 Church St, New York, NY 10013

#5🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Barber's Point

4.9329 Google reviews

Barber's Point is a SoHo shop on Thompson Street that operates on Instagram rather than a standalone website, and reviewers describe it as a consistent neighborhood spot they've returned to for years. It offers standard cuts, fades, and shaves.

What people praise

Multi-year regulars report never having a bad experience
Reasonable pricing called out directly against pricier shops nearby
Reviewers say scheduling is easy and the shop stays clean
Several barbers, not just one, get named as reliable

Worth knowing

No independent website, so hours and booking run through Instagram or the phone
Closed Sundays, which limits weekend flexibility

Reputation scorecardrank in New York

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume329 · 71th

Confidencehigh

Recency3 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown96% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A 4.9 rating across 329 reviews makes this a strong, if slightly smaller, neighborhood option, especially good for anyone who wants a dependable SoHo regular spot.

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59 Thompson St, New York, NY 10012

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How we score these barber shops

Rating is the live Google average as of data collection. Review volume measures how many customers have actually reviewed a shop, ranked against the others on this page. Confidence weighs rating against volume together, so a perfect score on a couple hundred reviews scores differently than the same score backed by well over a thousand. Recency tracks how recently people are still leaving reviews. No shop can pay to change any of these numbers.

How much does a haircut cost in New York? (2026)

Based on prices mentioned directly in reviews and site listings for the shops on this page, a standard cut runs roughly $30 to $60, with premium scissor cuts, hot towel shaves, and full treatments climbing toward $80 to $100 or more. Card payment can add a surcharge at some shops, so ask before booking if that matters to you.

Job	Typical price
Standard haircut	$30 - $60
Scissor cut / long hair	$50 - $80
Razor shave / hot towel shave	$45 - $100+

Ranges compiled July 2026 from pricing and reviewer mentions on the barber shops’ own Google Business Profiles and websites.

Serving Lower Manhattan and beyond

Every shop on this page sits in Lower Manhattan, spanning Tribeca, the Financial District, and SoHo, all within a short walk or subway ride of each other. If you’re searching for a barber shop near me in New York and work or live downtown, you have a genuinely strong cluster of options without needing to trek uptown.

What to ask before booking a barber

Does a specific barber handle the style you want, and can you request them by name?
Is walk-in service available, or is booking ahead required?
What’s included in the price, like a wash, massage, or hot towel treatment?
Is there a surcharge for paying by card?
How often should you come back to maintain a fade or specific cut?
What products does the shop use, in case of allergies or sensitivities?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge plus top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these barber shops?

We pulled real Google Business Profile data for barber shops across New York, including rating, review count, and recent review text, then ranked them on a blend of rating and volume.

How often is this page updated?

This page reflects data verified in July 2026. We revisit rankings periodically as ratings and review counts shift.

Which shop is best for a first-time hot towel shave?

Ray’s Barber Shop Tribeca and Gentleman’s Barber Spa NYC both specialize in the full shave treatment and have reviewers specifically praising that service.

Do I need to book ahead, or can I walk in?

It varies by shop. Some, like UNDERCUT BARBERSHOP 2, welcome walk-ins comfortably, while busier shops are safer to book ahead for.

The bottom line

Ray’s Barber Shop Tribeca is the safest default pick, with the deepest review history and a rating that’s held steady at 4.9. If you want the single highest score, UNDERCUT BARBERSHOP 2’s perfect 5.0 is worth booking directly through a barber a reviewer names.

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