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post #16 of 30
4/4/05 at 5:24pm
I'm very happy with Arthur at Luba's Salon (http://www.lubassalon.com") on 62nd and Lex.. ~$30.
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post #17 of 30
4/10/05 at 12:05pm
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What's the best and worst time to go to Chelsea Barbers?
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post #18 of 30
4/10/05 at 2:30pm
Stick to weekdays from 10 to about 3, or Saturday mornings shortly after opening. Weekdays from 5 to 7 are the worst times to go.
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post #19 of 30
4/13/05 at 6:34pm
I just recently shelled out the $720 for the membership at John Allans. With as frequently as I go (plus the manicures, shoe shine, beer, etc.), I found the membership to be cheap. FYI, the Minardi Salon was voted cheapest haircut for under $25.00.
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post #20 of 30
4/14/05 at 12:11pm
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I just recently shelled out the $720 for the membership at John Allans.  With as frequently as I go (plus the manicures, shoe shine, beer, etc.), I found the membership to be cheap.  
Does "full service" include a rub and tug?  Or is that extra?  
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post #21 of 30
4/27/05 at 5:25pm
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Does "full service" include a rub and tug?  Or is that extra?  
I bet every patron wishes it does. I have yet to see an unattractive woman work there, I don't know where they find them, looks like it is a pre-requisite to working there... kinda like an upscale hooters without the big headlights
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post #22 of 30
4/27/05 at 5:32pm
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There have got to be some NYC members with some decent recommendations. I have two general criteria for a good hairstylist: - his/her cut has to grow out well such that it doesn't look awful 10 days afterwards. - he/she has to be able to suggest cuts that work with the shape of my head and face and are conservative enough for work. I used to pay $50 for a haircut in Austin, TX with a stylist that met those criteria. This being NYC, I can understand that I might need to pay more than that, but I would think I could find something that fit the bill for $75 or less. That said, I've tried a couple of the mid-priced chains such as Jeffrey Stein and found them lacking. Mike C, I'd appreciate any recommendations you might have. dan
BTW, without hijacking the thread - can you recommend a good haircut in Austin, TX? Thanks
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post #23 of 30
5/11/05 at 10:08am
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BTW, without hijacking the thread - can you recommend a good haircut in Austin, TX? Thanks
Sorry, didn't see your post until now.  I got mine cut at the Aveda salon in the Arboretum a door or two down from Saks.  That was about 2.5 years ago, though, and the woman who cut my hair no longer works in Austin. dan
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post #24 of 30
11/4/06 at 7:47pm
Ancient thread. . . Joey at Supercuts on Sixth Ave at 8th Street. I haven't been there in a few years, so he may be gone--call ahead. One of the best I've ever had, $18. I spend $45 now with an awesome hairdresser and I and barely get as good of a cut.
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post #25 of 30
11/5/06 at 9:53pm
I'm surprised no one's mentioned Astor Place near 8th and Broadway. I used to go there all the time. They have a ton of stylists, though, I don't remember the name of the guy I used, other than he's Russian. Don't let pictures in front scare you into thinking they're going to shave a Yankees logo into the back of your head (or I guess it should be Mets logo now). I mean, they will do that if you ask, but the people I've seen are quite capable of "professional" hair cuts as well. I remember a Russian lady named Clarissa as often recommended. If you're older, however, you'll probably feel out of place.

Unfortunately, as I have less hair to cut these days, the barber shop at Port Authority now suits my needs.
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post #26 of 30
11/6/06 at 10:02am
Neighborhood Barbers in the East Village. E 9th just west of Avenue A.

Tiny place, 5 chairs, no waiting. You will see everyone there from a 50-year-old villager getting as full-on mohawk to John Varvatos. Last time I was there, Robert Crumb was in the chair next to me.

Hot lather/straight razor neck and sideburn shave.

$14.00.

lefty
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post #27 of 30
11/23/06 at 8:19pm
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Originally Posted by boo
I'm surprised no one's mentioned Astor Place near 8th and Broadway. I used to go there all the time. They have a ton of stylists, though, I don't remember the name of the guy I used, other than he's Russian. Don't let pictures in front scare you into thinking they're going to shave a Yankees logo into the back of your head (or I guess it should be Mets logo now). I mean, they will do that if you ask, but the people I've seen are quite capable of "professional" hair cuts as well. I remember a Russian lady named Clarissa as often recommended. If you're older, however, you'll probably feel out of place.

Unfortunately, as I have less hair to cut these days, the barber shop at Port Authority now suits my needs.

The problem with Astor Place is that they have so many barbers that you don't know which one to choose. I got my haircut from them twice. Didn't like the way it turned out. But two of my friends like "Dr. Mike".
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post #28 of 30
6/18/11 at 12:37pm
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Reviving this thread to see if any new recommendations.
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post #29 of 30
6/19/11 at 12:09am
Id go try the affordable japanese hair salons in the east village.
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post #30 of 30
6/19/11 at 12:32am
Expert Barber Shop: 88th and 3rd Ave.

$11 for a cut + tip. Old fashion place, 4 old guys cutting your hair. They don't wash your hair, they don't try to sell you hair or other products you really don't need. They just cut your hair.
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