Top 5 barbershops in Cape Town

by Sergio Miller

Gone are the days when men went to their barbershop solely to get their hair cut shorter – these days many prefer going to one that offers a range of experiences such as good hospitality, great company, and an awesome overall atmosphere.

In recent times barbershops are more than just a place for grooming, they also offer an escape where clients exchange information that might be critical for getting you through a hectic week.

If you find yourself residing in Mother City and are looking for something that ticks the boxes mentioned above, then you will be thrilled to discover that Cape Town has many barbershops that will cater to all your needs.

Here are a few:

Barnets Fair Barbershop

Located both in Cape Town’s Bree Street, as well as Sea Point, this one is known for providing locals with crisp quality fades. With well-trained professionals operating hair clippers, the number of hairstyle options to choose from is unlimited.

Their services are so good that even MiCasa lead singer J-Something finds himself popping in now and then.

Mr Cobbs Barbershop

This well-known gem located at the V&A Waterfront is known for providing the ultimate men’s grooming experience.

With friendly staff and an old rustic English feel, the facilities scream the words “sophistication.” Over the years the barbershop has been visited by many well-known figures and sportsmen including 1995 Rugby World Cup Winner Francois Pienaar, former Springbok Tendai “The Beast” Mtawarira, and Stormers player Salmaan Moerat.

 

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Ashwin’s Barbershop

Looking for art, fun, and a great atmosphere Ashwin’s barbershop is where you will end up.

This establishment is ideal for those who enjoy Hip-Hop and a bit of artwork. They provide excellent services to their clients and even have a pool table to ensure that you don’t get bored while you wait.

Despite being less than two years old, Ashwin’s barbershop is quite popular in the Kuils River area. Their regular clients include Springbok players Mannie Libbok, Warrick Gelant, Marvin Orie, Lukhanyo Am, and were also previously visited by American sevens rugby player Perry Baker.

Moustache Barbershop

Those looking to enjoy a complete grooming experience need to get themselves this premium grooming establishment.

The Moustache Barbershop has built itself quite a reputation in the city after it was previously voted the Best Barbershop in Cape Town by more than one million listeners of KFM radio’s listeners for two consecutive years (2022 and 2023).

Their variety of professional services includes smooth nose & ear wax, threading, facials, beard trimming & styling, as well as fantastic fades – ensuring that you look clean and fresh.

Billy’s Barbershop

Billy’s Barbershop provides clients with the ultimate feel-good experience. Those entering the doors are greeted with a clean environment, welcoming staff, and the possibility of forging long-lasting friendships.

Their top-quality service previously saw them making the top five list of the KFM best barbershops in Cape Town.

With the variety of services catered for in the list above, there is no way that you should find yourself lacking a high-quality grooming experience.

Also see:5 Top fades for black men | Bona Magazine