Best Barber

I’ve been delinquent in writing this review because I had such an amazing experience at Best Barber. I got my hair cut by Greg Cooper Spencer and it was probably the best haircut I’ve ever had. The level of precision, expertise, and effort he put into my haircut (even after working all day) was truly amazing. He was even nice enough to take me after the time he was supposed to go home because I was getting my haircut for my college graduation. I am definitely going back there and I honestly can’t wait.

Three words: ASK FOR GREG!!! I guarantee you will never go to another barber again!!!

I began going to Best Barber in August 2015 on the basis that they were close by and I hated having to take a subway to get my hair cut.
I walked in and met with Greg Cooper Spencer with the idea — why not?
Greg CHANGED my life. I always had basic haircuts that I left saying ok, my hair looks fine. I now leave there so incredibly impressed after laughing for a good half hour with Greg. In fact, Greg is so great that he must be booked a week in advance as he is so in demand! Unfortunately I tried another barber and it literally ruined my self confidence for 2 months until i could go back to Greg and have his mastery of cutting hair shape my coif again!
Though I hate having to share this gem with others, I highly highly recommend Greg as he is literally the best barber ever and I know that I’ve found my barber for life.

After coming here for over a year, I can say that I’ve consistently left with an awesome haircut. I’ve had both Greg and Boswell — both superstars. It’s a super simple approach to haircutting that still feels stylish. 5 out of 5!

Greg is the literally BEST BARBER that has ever cut my hair — PERIOD!
He is super nice guy and ridiculously talented! Greg takes genuine time to talk through your desired look, he offers his professional opinion on how to achieve it and then he goes to work! I’ve had 3 haircuts with Greg thus far and feel like I’ve found my barber for life.

Got a cut here for the first time last weekend and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Greg really knows his stuff. I’m very bad at putting what I want into words but he was able to take the little information that I gave him and turn it into the best hair cut I’ve ever gotten. Great guy. Will be back soon.

I had my first haircut at best barber on Monday March 14^th with Greg and he was amazing. Great personality instant connection and an amazing haircut. I received so many compliments from friends and coworkers. He took his time and didn’t let me leave until my haircut was precise. I highly recommend this shop and Greg. It seemed like everyone there knew what they were doing to make the customer happy.

This place is great. I live in the neighborhood, and for a long time we have needed something with a more hip, downtown feel to it. Have had my hair cut by Boswell and George — both were excellent, and I’m very picky! Would recommend this place without hesitation. Best thing is that you can get appointments online — speedy and convenient!

I am visiting New York for a few days and needed a haircut really bad. I searched and found the Best Barber shop because it was near to my hotel. My goodness, The Best Barber is true to its name because Gregory Cooper Spencer is the absolute BEST BARBER. He is meticulous, a visionary and downright talented. I feel so refreshed and handsome since he cut my hair. He is not stingy with his time and his passion speaks for itself. I have never written a review on Unilocal until I felt compelled to until after this haircut. Best Barber is extremely fortunate to have him as an employee. I truly feel like a new man and can’t stop looking at myself in the mirror. Thank you Gregory!!!

Excellent full head and face shave by Greg Cooper Spencer today. My first visit to Best Barber. Greg didn’t rush, took his time using multiple hot towels and moisturising the scalp continually as he shaved. Will definitely be returning for more of the same. Bliss! Very busy establishment (understandably) so make sure you make an appointment in advance. Also be sure to tell them that you want a full head and face shave as they need to allow longer appointment time than a regular haircut. Full selection of Malin + Goetz skincare products available. Greg was very friendly and personable, a lovely guy with superb cutting skills. Definitely my go to now that Ive moved to Hells Kitchen! I’d recommend Greg to anyone.

I just moved into NYC this summer, checked out a few Barber shops online. I took a chance with Best Barber because it’s a block away from my apartment.
I could not be happier with the quality and vibe of the shop.
I’ve gone to Greg Cooper Spencer for all of my cuts. He’s friendly, courteous, and he is a master of his work. I’ve only gotten compliments about my haircuts since I started coming here.
Would recommend to anyone who needs a great cut in NYC.

Greg Cooper Spencer. The one. The only.
I’m going to get right to the chase. Greg gave me the best haircut I’ve ever had. Point blank.
As soon as I sat down the haircut was on the right track. Greg was very friendly despite me being the last customer of the night and all the other employees having left. He worked with me to pick a style I liked and would work with my hair type.
The most striking thing about this haircut wasn’t just how incredibly talented Greg is, but rather how much he loves cutting hair. He knew that after I left I was just going home but he took the time to really go all out and style my hair after the cut. He enjoys working with hair and giving people a look they’re really proud of. Highly recommend making an appointment with him.

If you’re interested in a shave and/​or a haircut go see George! Plenty of places to get a shave in NYC but George takes it to the next level, great experience.

Tracy is amazing! My boyfriend Clay got his mane cut by Tracy and let me tell you– it changed the way he sees his haircut (going to a nice barber shop is worth the money). He looks fantastic and I’m so happy we found someone that can cut his thick curly hair. Thanks Tracy! Also– I wanted to mention how amazing the décor and ambience is. I was so happy not to come in and see all this claustrophobic/​gimmicky crap all over the place. It’s very clean and simple with friendly staff.

A great deal for a professional men’s haircut and styling session at $ 45. The space is also very beautifully designed and curated. Very minimalist-​chic. Easy online (and mobile-​friendly) reservation system. Good music (follow them on Spotify! They are bestbarbernyc) A great perk is the beer/​whiskey/​wine/​coffee/​water they offer as soon as you get there. For my gays out there, fear not. This place is super LGBTQ-​friendly.

So happy to have this place in the neighborhood. Boz is a total miracle worker. The Name says it all. Best Barber.

I have been to Best Barber twice now and I have been very impressed with the décor and ambience of the barbershop, all the staff seem very professional and friendly. On both occasions I had my haircut by William. On the first occasion I quickly noticed that he wasn’t really friendly, but I came to get my hair cut not make new friends so I was ok with that. What I did find a bit strange was that he constantly criticized my haircut from another premium barbershop in the Hell Kitchen area. On the first occasion the haircut was very, I explained I was letting my hair grow and he listened and cut it the way that I wanted. I thought that I had found my new barber.
Two weeks later I was back sitting in William’s chair. He didn’t remember me and this time I noticed even more so how my attempts to make conversation would be shot down with one word answers. Again I explained that I was looking to let my hair grow longer on top so I just wanted the back and sides cut and maybe a small thin out.. .. When he dried my hair post cut I told him that my hair was very short. His response was, you should have stopped me. He then immediately turned to the other barber to begin arguing with him because supposedly the other barber had bumped into him. He then turns back to me and said I cut this as you requested, short and the front and longer at the back.(What???). I was in a rush so I didn’t have time to argue with him, I paid and give him and tip and then left.
Later that day, after I had a shower and dried my hair I just realized the extent of how bad the haircut was. I had been growing my hair for months; all of the length was gone. Not only is it that all the length is gone I now have buzz cut that I last had when I was 16. I paid for a $ 60 haircut; I got a very bad $ 16 haircut and a bad attitude.
Over the last two days I have had several comments about my ‘buzz cut’ or ‘military style haircut’.

If you want one those haircuts and shaves that will change your life, you need to head to Best Barber NYC and check out my man Greg! I have been coming to this guy for the past 4 years and when I say «life changing» haircut, I am speaking the truth! I travel all over the country, but no matter where I touchdown I know that Greg and the Best Barber NYC are apart of the travel plans!
Check him out!

I been a customer for about 6 months. Here is I prefer this barbershop over others in HK.
1.Easy to book, they even send you a text reminder.
2.Goes beyond just a haircut. They serve you water, sodas and even some good liquor, magazines are always current
3. Great customer service. Barbers are professionals, they treat you with care and respectful. They take their time.
4.Have quality products available for
sale.
5. Simplistic and beautiful
interior design
One suggestion is to add the tip to your system. Will prefer to pay all in once with my debit card. I always have to go to the atm afterwards to get cash for tip. Is time consuming for the customer.
Very pleased with the service and will
continue to go.

Just what this neighborhood has been missing! A reasonably priced, high quality shop with an unpretentious attitude. I was greeted by Boswell, who welcomed me into his new shop with the offer of a drink, a warm respite from frigid 10^th Avenue. I described what type of cut I was hoping for without clear direction and came away with one of the best cut’s I’ve had in a long time. I’ll definitely be back!