University Ave Barber Shop

I called ahead of time to make sure they could get my hair cut while on my lunch break. I got there right on the dot when I said I was going to be there and the guy was waiting for me ready to go.
In and out in bout 20 minutes. Good conversation, nice cut, decent price, first time going there and definitely going back for another cut! Thanks guys!
James

Clint cut my hair. He asked if everything looked good when he finished, I said yup, and then went home. I realized a couple hours later that part of my hair poofed to the side if I messed it up a little, so I walked back. They were happy to make a quick adjustment and now it’s exactly what I was looking for. My fault for not taking more time to look at it the first time. Really appreciate the hassle-​free «warranty» work.

So I was looking for a new Barber since the one that I was going to for 3 years could not work with my schedule I came across this one and I tried for the very first time. I got a haircut with a guy name Clint he did an awesome job. If you are looking to get a fade and a line up he does a very good job he’s given me 5 haircuts since I started going to him I’m very happy.
Highly recommend asking for him for any kind of cut.

Steve did a wonderful cut on my 8-​year old son. He’s got really curly hair, which can be difficult, but Steve did it perfectly & it didn’t take forever. My son said he definitely wants to go back to see Steve again.

Still, it amazes me.
Most other barbershops fill their place to the rims with memorabilia of older days. Pictures of everything from Elvis to lord knows who else. With music or TV blaring.
«Real old school barbershop».
Right there is where I stop. You’re not an «old school barbershop» when the place is run by a bunch of guys in their 30’s. You’re not «old school» if you have to add old school feel to it.
This place is genuinely old school, the only pictures here are from the owner through out his life, and historical photos of LG.
The building is OLD… The heat furnace is OLDER THAN OLD.
It’s a REAL classic barber shop that has been there since forever.
This is a «real old school barbershop», with what will maybe be the best hair cut you’ve ever had. Just saying.

I have been going to Jim for over 47 years and have always enjoyed the experiences of visiting the shop, great haircuts and catching up on the happenings of Los Gatos!

Walked in on a lark and got the 5 Star treatment. STEVE gave me a precision beard trim and the best head shave I’ve ever had. I’ve finally found a place I can trust.

They are really nice and do a great job. I have been getting my hair cut here for the past seven years, and every time you can count on getting exactly what you payed for a great haircut.

This is definitely an «old school» barber shop and that is why I love it. Ever since I started getting my hair cut here two years ago, I’ve continuously received compliments from both men and women, which I never received when I went to chain barber shops (cringe).
Every barber is meticulous and takes great pride in making you look sharp. I usually end up in either Jim or Steven’s chair, but I trust anyone there.
Straight razor cleanup– you can’t beat that!

this is the barber shop to be at if you need an old school trim and cut, which seems to be the cool thing to do these days, well this is it and I recommend it to everyone who wants a cool cut for a cool buck! Jim and Steve know how to do it up bebop style!# Check it out if your in the area, you won’t be disappointed!#

Steve did a great job on my 13 yo who came in looking like a shaggy dog… looks like a young man. No appointments only waited 5 minutes. Great price $ 18.00!

Old school barber shop and that’s what you get. If you need a fancy haircut this is not the place to be. If you need a trim and shorthair clean cut, go for it. Jim was not working the day I went in but he had two other barbers that were very nice and did a great job filling in for Jim. The guy who cut my hair was from Kansas and did a great job. Happy to pay my $ 18 plus tip for a non-​frills clean cut. Plus got to read the newest sports illustrated while waiting a few minutes. Two thumbs up!

I went in for a beard trim in advance of a job interview and I drew short straw. When people talk about Jim, Fernando, and «The Other Guy»? I’m pretty sure I got «The Other Guy». He was very, very shaky-​handed. he ignored the curves and curls of my beard and its natural contours, and he butchered the crap out of it. On top of that? The placard hanging on the wall says: «Beard Trim: $ 16.00». I was charged $ 20… to utterly break my beard. I would’ve had a better hair cutting experience if I’d held my chin to an angle grinder… and less expensive as well. And the angle grinder would’ve put me out of my misery. so I wouldn’t be walking around town with a butchered beard and 25 fewer dollars in my pocket (because of course I tipped. it was only after washing that the guy’s total inability to assess the way hair worked was apparent).
Fortunately. there was a happy ending.
At a different barbershop, miles away.

This is a fantastic find nestled away just off of the busy Los Gatos downtown! The shop is open early, the prices are hard to beat, and Jim, the owner, is extremely personable and well versed in his craft. It’s hard to find a barber in this day and age that still knows how to give a proper shave with a straight razor. To add to the experience, he doesn’t operate out of some salon or boutique. Jim’s shop is a bona fide man-​cave. Make it a point to step out once in a while, throw on the game, and get a shave.

Old school barbershop. I’m talking shaving cream and folding razor blade clean up your side burns and back of your neck old school.
I didn’t get their names, but both barbers seemed nice.
Ultimately, it’s about the cut. I was willing to overlook the fact I had a lot of hair all over me when I left because I was going home shortly to shower, but when I look back at my entire experience, it wasn’t good. Cutting style was awkward, but I figured he knew what he was doing. No scissors, no water, just the hair trimmer and a comb throughout my head. My hair is slightly wavy and I was thinking how can the cut be even? Sure enough, after going home, showering, and trying to fix my hair, there were several areas that were longer than others. Every time I fixed my hair I got a little more annoyed.
Couldn’t wait to have my hair re-​cut.
Glad others had a good experience. I’ll pass.

SAD NEWS to finally find out after calling for 3 weeks that Fernando has left and is now with Old Adobe also in Los Gatos.
I can fully understand how hard it must be for University to lose Fernando after over 5 years and flooding the place with satisfied customers.
I personally only went to and stayed with University because of Fernando, but the owner Jim is very nice, has a following, and has a successful established business. If he wants to boost up traffic as well as happy returning customers, he should get Fernando back!

We want Fernando!!!
The replacement barber is shaky and did not do a very good job.

I’ve now been going here for over 2 years. I was introduced to it by my friends. There are a few barbers working here. Jim, Fernando and one other guy. I have only ever had my hair cut by Fernando. They know when I walk in, that Fernando is my guy. Jim is great, too… he has quite the loyal clientele.
Fernando takes the extra time to make sure your hair is perfect. It’s not that he takes too longer — but as a previous poster said, he is meticulous.
The cost of haircuts is currently $ 18. Supercuts is $ 17 or $ 18. If you get lucky, you might find a cheaper one. But Fernando and Jim do this for their CAREERS… they aren’t some people who just came to town hoping to start some franchise — they take their jobs seriously.
You have to understand — I am EXTREMELY cheap when it comes to hair cuts. I used to cut my own. then I started going to this place in college that was $ 6. I always hated paying for haircuts. I generally give them $ 25. I am not full of cash by any stretch of the imagination — but there are all these trendy barber shops everywhere (SF, and SJ) that charge a lot more and are just «tough guys» cutting your hair. The funny thing about those places, is they work extra hard to give that barber shop feel… with new «old» crap like jukeboxes. Don’t give in — come to a REAL barbershop.
Truth is — Jim and Fernando probably dont need more customers… they have plenty of customers. But if you go elsewhere, you’ll be missing out. Considering this is Los Gatos, $ 17 is a bargain.

Fernando is the BEST. Most people think that Mohawks are super simple… shave the sides… DONE.
No. My gf has had a Mohawk for many years and this is the first place since she left Seattle that has gotten it right. It stands up perfectly with very minimal product and she can go quite a while without getting it trimmed and just shaving the sides at home due to Fernando’s expert texturing.
The price is unbelievable for the quality of haircut you get in LOS Friggin’ GATOS.
Call ahead. This is not the type of place you can just walk in and sit down in a barber chair. It’s popular and you need an appointment.

Hate to be the buzz killington here but this place BLOWS. After seeing all the reviews and the 1 $ symbol I decided to pull the trigger.
I decided to get my first haircut after straight razoring my head and letting it grow back after a couple of weeks. I went during my lunch hour, I was wearing black slacks and square toed black dress shoes and a gray T-​shirt so my dress shirt wouldn’t have hair all over it. I got a seat next to the front door. Guy that was giving me a haircut was a an old dude (probably in his 50’s or close to 60), wearing glasses.
I asked for a straight razor fade and pointed where I wanted it up to. He said «you want a jarhead haircut», I immediately thought to myself funny he mentioned that, but only said «I don’t want to look like a jarhead».
I kept telling him where I wanted the fade up to, but I guess old man terms is BLEND. After repeating what I wanted over and over, I knew this guy was full of it.
Ended up getting a wack as hell haircut, if it wasn’t for the fact that I said «hey my right side isn’t matching the left», it would have looked like total crap. He started to work on the left but overall still required a lot of work. I realized this guy wasn’t going to cut my hair the way I wanted. How this place could get 5 stars is beyond me.
Also I think I should mention this, I’m not white, I would avoid this place if you aren’t white. When it was time to pay, guy said «it’s gonna be $ 17.50 if you have it».
Like a sucker I tipped $ 4 for a half assed barracks cut. The guy was surprised, I figured he would give me the common courtesy of getting me back on the chair and fixing my hair, but didn’t. Oh well sucks to be me right? Take it from me, I get a bad ass haircut with a straight razor med/​low fade almost every week but my barber is on vacation, avoid this place or at least the barber with the glasses next to front door at all costs! All $ 21.50 of it!