Phil's Barber
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About Phil's Barber
On N Summit Ave in Gaithersburg, Phil's Barber is a walk-in barber shop with three chairs and about seven seats for those waiting their turn. Multiple barbers work the floor, first come first served, finishing cuts with a razor touch after the clippers. The room stays cool with working AC while customers sit and wait, though space is tight with no room to stand once seats fill. It opens daily, so there's no need to plan around a single day off. Payment is cash only. The setup keeps things straightforward: no appointment to book, no card reader to fuss with, just a seat in line and a cut when a chair opens up.
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention razor finish touch, fast service no appointment, cash only no credit and skilled fade haircuts.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention razor finish touch, fast service no appointment, cash only no credit and skilled fade haircuts.
Customer Review Summary
Fades stand out most, with several reviewers crediting one barber specifically for the best fade or haircut they've had in a long time, including a father praising the cut he got for his son. Close behind, regulars point to the razor touch that finishes off each cut and to the shop's fast, first come first serve pace, with one longtime customer driving in from Tysons and getting done in 20 to 30 minutes, and another describing a 50 minute drive to see one particular barber. The three barbers are repeatedly called masters with the clippers, and pricing is called cheap compared to other shops. One reviewer wishes credit cards were accepted alongside cash. A single reviewer, a 12 year customer, reports being refused service without explanation, though this stands apart from the otherwise consistent praise. Several describe returning again and again for the same barber and calling it their permanent shop.
Customer Review Summary
Fades stand out most, with several reviewers crediting one barber specifically for the best fade or haircut they've had in a long time, including a father praising the cut he got for his son. Close behind, regulars point to the razor touch that finishes off each cut and to the shop's fast, first come first serve pace, with one longtime customer driving in from Tysons and getting done in 20 to 30 minutes, and another describing a 50 minute drive to see one particular barber. The three barbers are repeatedly called masters with the clippers, and pricing is called cheap compared to other shops. One reviewer wishes credit cards were accepted alongside cash. A single reviewer, a 12 year customer, reports being refused service without explanation, though this stands apart from the otherwise consistent praise. Several describe returning again and again for the same barber and calling it their permanent shop.
Featured reviews
- Chip D
“Really good cut and didn't have to wait too long!!”
- Chraistian Villat
“Great place i would recommend to anyone have been going here for years the only thing I kinda of wish they did is accept credit other than that everything is great”
- Robert Browning
“I have been to Phil's now on 4 separate occasions. Twice Phil has cut my hair and beard and twice Andy has done the same. Great guys and fantastic service and cuts! I would recommend this barber shop highly. They are extremely professional!! Thanks.”
- Dennis Tendaji
“Phil does a great job. Other places charge more and you get less. I'll be visiting soon.”
- Dmitry M
“not sure why there are such negative reviews. i’ve been coming here all the way from Tysons, VA since i moved because Phil knows exactly what i want and I’m in and out in 20-30 min every time. cheap, fast, and great service every single time. I will keep coming back.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for kidsGood for kids
Amenities
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Good for kids
- On-site services available
- Has toilet
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- Accessibility· 1
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Location
Barbershops near Phil's Barber
- MVP Barber Shop4.62070.9 mi
walk-in queue system, $2 credit card surcharge, long-tenured regular barbers
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phil's Barber | 4.5149 | — | razor finish touch, fast service no appointment, cash only no credit |
| MVP Barber Shop | 4.6207 | 0.9 mi | walk-in queue system, $2 credit card surcharge, long-tenured regular barbers |
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