Shantl & Co Barber Shop

Fantasic cut from Arthur! Clean and professional. Arthur has amazing attention to detail, I can’t recommend him more highly.

I’ve been coming to Shantl for the last year and very pleased with the service. I’m fairly selective but will gladly sit for both guys. They listen closely and show meticulous attention for detail. Professional and friendly.

Simply walked in and Alex gave me a great hair cut! If you are Japanese and afraid to go to a local barber because you don’t know what to say, but don’t want to spend too much by going to a salon, this is the place to go. You don’t have to make an appointment. All you have to say is I want a regular haircut, but not too short. They use Japanese scissors and cut your hair so nicely. The price is very reasonable and they take credit cards. Definitely going back again!

Great shape up, great company. Will definitely be back and highly recommended to all those with or without hair.

Great haircut! They pay great attention to detail and the straight blade neck shave is always a nice touch.

Great haircut! They were quick and very professional. Stop in, you will be glad you did!

Been going Here for a while and my haircut gets better and better every time ! All the barbers know what they’re doing and are pretty nice too

Alex is very professional and great at cutting hair exactly how you want it. He has mastered scissors and clippers.

Been going here for almost 2 years. Highly recommend. Great friendly service every time

Walked in off street for a beard trim and was treated to a superb trim and shave. Old style like I didn’t think existed any more, Oscar from Turkey was amazing. Precise and meticulous, he was exceptionally focused and expert with the straight razor. I highly recommend Oscar and what they called the full treatment (he cleaned up back of neck, ears, etc). Did not get haircut so can’t speak to it, but will go back regularly for beard and shave.

Very professional barbershop ! Highly commended ! Barbers takes time ! To be make sure all details it’s good !

I moved into the neighborhood 6 months ago, and during these months I have tried 3 other barbers, and this is the one I prefer. Oscar (Oskar?) is a real pro, of few words but sure in his work. Alex made me feel welcome. I appreciate the little extra touches like the neck shave and ear hair removal Turkish-​style. Seems like a friendly place to get a great cut. I will definitely be back.

Always great service and a fun environment! Come here all the time. Fast, reliable service.

I used to see Alex when I lived on 57^th Street and he worked at a different establishment. I was glad to see him open up when i moved to the UES. Consistently good haircuts at a great price!

Just had my hair cut by Alex. Best barbershop experience I’ve ever had on the Upper East side. It’s only $ 20 for a regular haircut, and he takes credit cards (most barbershops only take cash). The haircut was great, the price was great. Highly recommended.

Alex is an amazing barber. I won’t trust anyone else with doing my hair and I’ve been to a lot of barber shops in NYC. After moving here about a year ago and being referred to him by a good friend… AND after having another barber royally screw up my hair just prior to going on vacation for 3 weeks I learned my lesson. Alex takes his time, will pay close attention to every hair on your head and make you look awesome. He’s not only a great guy to have a conversation with but also does an excellent job at styling and cutting your hair. If you are looking for a clean, professional looking fade (my hair is somewhat military style) look no further than Alex.

Great haircut, great price, friendly barbers. Came here after trying several other places in the neighborhood, but I think I’ve found a winner!
Revised: inconsistent :/

I tried this place on a whim and I’m glad I did. Friendly people greeted me at the door. It was a busy Sunday afternoon… I had to wait about 5 minutes. I learned later that one of them was Alex, the owner, I think. The gentleman that gave me a haircut was very good with the electric clippers. I think his name was Benny. Thanks guys! You make feel at home in NYC.

Shantl & Co is a truly first-​class barber shop in the UES. Not only is Alex a great guy, he is always willing to give his time and attention to make sure his customers are happy and leave with a great haircut. What makes it better is that you really can’t go wrong with any of the barbers here; they all do a great job.
All-​in-​all, this shop provides high quality work at a very reasonable price!

Any negativity is clearly biased toward something menial that didn’t go perfectly as planned. I’ve been going to Alex for 5+ years, though my review is not only written out of loyalty, it is to shoot down what I know to be false perceptions. The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again expecting a different result. I don’t expect a different result because I love the consistency I receive and all around great experience every time.
Sometimes I feel Alex is too nice, staying open late simply to accommodate a customer strolling in past the closing time and giving his 100% to that patron, consistent with his philosophy and consistency. The man is not only a great barber but a visionary. He once suggested a new hair style to me. I trusted him enough beyond my apprehension for change. Sure enough, I’ve stuck with the new style since.
The other guys are great barbers too, despite fear of the unknown, I can be confident to see one of them when Alex is out or too busy. I always look forward to the warm atmosphere where I can always find good friends at this UES neighborhood home away from home.