Six of the best men's barbershops in Sydney
No pointy cuts here, gents
IS THERE ANYTHING more important in a man’s self-care/grooming journey than finding one truly great, trustworthy barber? We know, it can be a slog; how many bad cuts do you need to go through to find that one barber who will have you looking (and feeling) a million dollars?
While we’ve all been victim to some sort of nightmare haircutting scenario, we’re giving hope to the men with overgrown manes currently floating in limbo — there is, in fact, a host of seriously good wizards on the scissors… you just need to know where to look.
Selecting only a handful of the best barbers in town, below you will find the six best barbershops in Sydney. No matter your haircut preference — from fades to perms, buzz cuts to under cuts — rest easy knowing you’re in safe hands with these leading barbering heroes.
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THE BARBERHOOD
For the corporate warrior in need of a trim on the go, the Barberhood is the men’s barbershop for all your grooming needs. With a dedicated and skilled team offering supreme services in the fields of traditional barbering and shaving, the guys at The Barberhood promise you will “leave a true gentleman”.
Location: Martin Place, CBD
Opening: Monday to Friday
2
THE BESPOKE CORNER BARBERS
Go for the haircut, leave with a new suit. That’s pretty much the a possibility when booking your next cut at The Bespoke Corner Barbers — a made-to-measure and custom suiting specialist offering the added service of premium barber cuts. Unlike your traditional barber shop, The Bespoke Corner Barbers is a sleek, premium-feel barbering studio that specialises in exquisite barbering services that are private and by appointment only.
Location: Level 1, 223 Glenmore Road, Paddington
Opening: Monday to Saturday
3
HAIR BY TOMMY J
Here at Hair By Tommy J, short back and sides is the signature service. By all accounts, the intimate, 1950s-style barbershop covered in skateboards and street art is a place where Tommy J Heath and his experience team offer an unparalleled barbering service in the heart of Redfern. Well worth stopping by for those seeking a fade.
Location: 112 George St, Redfern
Opening: Tuesday to Saturday
4
TATE & LYLE
Tate & Lyle is the premium, London-inspired barbershop you didn’t know you needed to visit… until now. Promising a luxurious point of difference to other barbershops in town, Tate & Lyle is not too dissimilar to the types of barbershops found in London’s West End — an area where owner and head barber, Jacob Martin, spent most of his life learning cutting his teeth as an up and coming barber. The style of cut here at Tate & Lyle is enduring and timeless, but the team are also passionate on individual expression.
Location: 167 Macquarie Street, Sydney
Opening: Monday to Saturday
5
UNOIT BARBER
There’s a reason that this barbershop was awarded ‘Barber of the Year’ at the Australian Modern Barber Awards in 2022 — it’s distinctly different to any other service in town. Elevated, sleek and luxurious all at once, let the talented team at UNOIT Barber guide you through a dedicated consultation before working out the best cut for your face shape and overall style. Sip on a freshly made cocktail while you enjoy your dedicated haircut, and revel in a dedicated scalp and back massage with a hot towel service to cap off your experience.
Location: 99 Crown Street, Darlinghurst
Opening: Tuesday to Saturday
6
5000 BC
Let it be known that 5000 BC owners (and head barbers) Jimmy and Tay will transform your day from good to great with one of the best cuts in Sydney. Combining over 30 years of hair-industry experience, the duo have cultivated a unique barbering experience that is based off skill, banter and self-care. Expect some friendly laughs over a beer at your next visit to 5000 BC, coupled with some of the best fades and barbering styles in town.
Location: Shop 1/31-43 King St, Sydney
Opening: Tuesday to Saturday
