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.
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention fade haircuts, beard trim, razor finish and walk-in first come first serve.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention fade haircuts, beard trim, razor finish and walk-in first come first serve.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers come mainly for the haircuts, especially fades, with one parent saying the barber faded both his own and his son's hair better than anyone had in a very long time. Several say all three barbers are sharp with the clippers and finish with a razor touch, and a few describe the beard work as great too. Some drive in from Tysons or 50 minutes away to keep coming back. Close behind is the value and speed: reviewers call it cheap and fast, say other places charge more for less, and note they did not wait too long. A few mention working air conditioning and chill vibes, though one describes a cramped room with three chairs, about seven seats, and no space to stand. The main complaint comes from a customer of 12 years who reports being refused service because the owner simply did not feel like cutting his hair. Another reviewer wishes the shop took credit cards. One reviewer recalls a barber who was upfront about what he thought, and the two settled together on a different cut that left him incredibly happy.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers come mainly for the haircuts, especially fades, with one parent saying the barber faded both his own and his son's hair better than anyone had in a very long time. Several say all three barbers are sharp with the clippers and finish with a razor touch, and a few describe the beard work as great too. Some drive in from Tysons or 50 minutes away to keep coming back. Close behind is the value and speed: reviewers call it cheap and fast, say other places charge more for less, and note they did not wait too long. A few mention working air conditioning and chill vibes, though one describes a cramped room with three chairs, about seven seats, and no space to stand. The main complaint comes from a customer of 12 years who reports being refused service because the owner simply did not feel like cutting his hair. Another reviewer wishes the shop took credit cards. One reviewer recalls a barber who was upfront about what he thought, and the two settled together on a different cut that left him incredibly happy.
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
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- Sunday
Good to know
- 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
- Primo's Barber Shop4.11500 mi
skin fade, appointment-only booking, beard trim
- MVP Barber Shop4.62070.9 mi
long-tenured barbers, walk-in, no appointment, men's haircuts
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phil's Barber | 4.5149 | — | fade haircuts, beard trim, razor finish |
| Primo's Barber Shop | 4.1150 | 0 mi | skin fade, appointment-only booking, beard trim |
| MVP Barber Shop | 4.6207 | 0.9 mi | long-tenured barbers, walk-in, no appointment, men's haircuts |
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