Marble City Barbers
Welcome to Marble City Barbers, your go-to barbershop in Kilkenny where passion for style meets meticulous attention to detail, providing an unparalleled grooming experience. Under the leadership of Mark Donegan, a skilled barber with years of expertise, we offer a range of services from classic haircuts to luxurious shaves. Our emphasis is on customer satisfaction, ensuring that every visit results in a perfect look tailored to your preferences.
Our barbershop is conveniently located at 9 John St, Kilkenny, inviting you to enjoy a relaxing and friendly atmosphere perfect for unwinding and rejuvenating your style. We are open from Monday to Saturday, with hours designed to fit your schedule.
Book your appointment today and discover why we are the best choice in Kilkenny for all your personal styling needs!
Opening hours
- monday: 9h-17:30
- tuesday: 9h-17:30
- wednesday: 9h-17:30
- thursday: 9h-17:30
- friday: 9h-17:30
- saturday: 8:30-16:30
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Our comment from BarberSpot about Marble City Barbers:
A Classic Experience with Modern Precision
Marble City Barbers offers a distinctive blend of old-school charm and contemporary skill, creating an atmosphere that many customers describe as stepping back in time. The salon is praised for its relaxing and vintage-inspired decor, which sets the stage for a service that feels more like a treat than a routine chore. Clients frequently mention the high-quality results, noting that the barbers take the time to ensure every detail is perfect, whether it’s a standard cut or a more intricate style.
Expertise in Cuts and Beard Grooming
The team is highly regarded for their technical proficiency, with specific mentions of exceptional work in haircutting, beard shaping, and classic shaves. Mark, a key figure in the shop, is often highlighted as a master of his craft, earning titles like "the beard whisperer" for his ability to transform unruly beards into sharp, well-defined looks. The shop also excels in hot towel shaves and razor shaves, providing a luxurious experience that leaves clients looking refreshed and feeling confident.
Friendly Atmosphere and Personal Connection
What truly sets this establishment apart is the warm and engaging rapport between the staff and their clients. Reviews consistently highlight the friendly banter, knowledgeable conversations, and the genuine care the barbers show for their customers. Whether chatting about music, local tips, or personal interests, the staff creates a welcoming environment where visitors feel at home. This personal touch is so valued that many customers return specifically for the positive social interaction alongside their grooming needs.
Efficiency and Booking Convenience
The salon operates with a streamlined booking system that many patrons appreciate for its ease of use and ability to minimize waiting times. While walk-ins are sometimes accommodated, advance reservations are highly recommended due to the shop's popularity and busy schedule. This approach ensures that clients receive their prompt and focused service, allowing them to enjoy a high-quality cut without unnecessary delays. The combination of professional efficiency and a relaxed vibe makes Marble City Barbers a top choice for those seeking both style and substance in Kilkenny.
Marble City Barbers: Reviews
Fantastic experience: Amazing barber! Thanks for the great haircut Mark. Looking forward to coming back.
Fantastic experience: I was in Kilkenny for just two days while traveling and urgently needed a haircut. I explained what I wanted, and the lady—whose name I have sadly forgotten—executed it perfectly. I left the salon very happy with an excellent haircut and highly recommend the place. :)
Fantastic experience: Went in today without an appointment and was looked after by Mark, great chat and haircut by a gentleman. Will definitely be back Mick
Fantastic experience: Came down today to get a haircut before I go on my holidays & was served by Mark. Fantastic haircut & an absolute gent. Will definitely be back again!
Fantastic experience: Great service and a really cool atmosphere in the babrers itself.
Fantastic experience: I love this barbers. Only been twice so far but great haircut and friendly service.
Fantastic experience: I was passing through Kilkenny for a wedding. I booked an appointment with Mark to get a haircut that would do the bride and groom proud. I was completely satisfied with the service and quality. Thank you, Mark." C'est magnifique"
Fantastic experience: Great service and great conversation, top man!
Fantastic experience: The beard whisperer enough said! Walk in feeling down-trodden and scruffy, walk out with a fresh feeling and a new lease on life. MCB is what every barbers should aspire to be.
Fantastic experience: Best in kilkenny for a hair cut. Top service and always good for a chat. Online booking is perfect as no waiting, just in and out without delay.
thanks Mj your a legend
Fantastic experience: I have been multiple times now and always had a pleasant experience and consistently chuffed with the cut.
Fantastic experience: Fantastic! Best haircut in Kilkenny. And a nice chat, too. Wouldn't go anywhere else anymore.
Fantastic experience: Excellent service. Friendly and professional. Extra star for the Xmas celebrations sweets.
Fantastic experience: Very happy with the cut it’s actually the hair cut that I asked for which I’ve not got in several other barbers in Kilkenny banter was friendly and fun I’m definitely going back
Fantastic experience: Very friendly and professional service
Fantastic experience: Great barbers
Negative experience: It was not the experience I expected from a 4.9 google rating, the hair cut was okay at best, not much attention to detail, I was not asked it I minded different products being put on my hair, they use one use plastic gowns that seemed very tacky, I think they could do better much better.
Negative experience: Walked in for a cut with no appointment. Got told that next appointment was an hour and a half away. There was nobody in the barbers and an employee sitting down taking it easy/dossing. Very disappointing, had to spend my cash elsewhere.
Fantastic experience: First visit to Marble city barbers..Mark gave me a professional style hair cut ( Barber style) very friendly and Hanna was on hand also with a friendly chat ... All at a reasonable price
Fantastic experience: Top draw service from the owner. Book in advance.
Fantastic experience: One of the best barbers around, great haircuts and conversation. Appointment highly recommended as this place is really busy. Mark is an absolute gentleman and always up for a good chat.
Fantastic experience: Fantastic staff. Nice relaxed atmosphere. Amazing haircut
Fantastic experience: Gotta give them a solid five, proper old school style barber, a man of his craft with a modern twist
Fantastic experience: What can I say one of the best places to get a hair cut. Highly recommend Mark
Fantastic experience: After moving to kilkenny I was looking for somebody to take care of my messy beard and hair. Several coworkers recommended me Marbel City Barber so I decided to give it a try. Very convinient booking method, friendly atmosphere and marvelous service. I can highly recommend Hannah and I am definitely becoming a regular.
Fantastic experience: Great service as always
Fantastic experience: Great chat and customer service. Highly recommended!
Fantastic experience: Fantastic barbers, a great haircut in lovely surroundings. Great chat and even got a fantastic music history lesson from the Barber , Mark I think was the name. Looking forward to my next cut, and history lesson
Fantastic experience: New booking system is top class
Positive experience: The staff are usually very friendly and I have consistently liked the haircuts I got from here. Maybe slightly pricey at €25 for a haircut though, which keeps me from going more often.
Fantastic experience: Best hair cut in town
Fantastic experience: Excellent
Fantastic experience: A cut above the rest
Fantastic experience: Happy from my haircut,Little bit pracy but Worth it.
Fantastic experience: Best hair cut in town. Staff are very friendly and great at what they do. Always greeted with a smile and a chat
Fantastic experience: Gran barbería, la chica que me atendió fue muy agradable y simpática! Y el precio como el resto de Irlanda
Positive experience: Always guaranteed a great result in here, sometimes better to book ahead
Fantastic experience: Been going there years. Class
Fantastic experience: Best Barber in Kilkenny
Fantastic experience: Excellent, friendly service
Fantastic experience: Even if you don't need a hair cut it's worth visiting just for the experience. Amazing barbers lovely clean premises with some very interesting people to chat to
thanks Peter, honor and pleasure
Fantastic experience: Walking into Marble City Barbers was like walking back into the 50's with fantastic decor and a really relaxing feel to the place. Mark is a really nice guy, chatty and knowledgeable and easy to relate to. First class haircut and great value for money, I will definitely be back
thanks Jerry, I really enjoyed the chat
Fantastic experience: Always a good visit!
Fantastic experience: Super efficient, really friendly, great service.
Fantastic experience: Great place, great service!
Fantastic experience: Went there yesterday with a big mop of hair I didn't get cut since the start of lockdown, got a lovely neat short haircut which was perfect, lady that cut it for me was very nice and professional.
Fantastic experience: The best cut, every time. I wouldn't go anywhere else in Kilkenny!
Fantastic experience: The best barbers in town. Very professional and kind. Love them
Fantastic experience: Absolutely brilliant
Fantastic experience: Best barber in Kilkenny easily
Fantastic experience: Love it
Fantastic experience: No better barbers in the land
Fantastic experience: Unrealy friendly and relaxing. Deadly hair cut of course.
Fantastic experience: Fantastic place, great barbers
Positive experience: Good
Fantastic experience: I now look like a fine thing that's what my wife said anyway
Fantastic experience: Great banter
Fantastic experience: Tenner for a nice head shave and chat..knows his music !
Fantastic experience: Had a mad mop and wild bears going in. Came out looking fly as f**k. Big thank you to the lovely lady who cut my hair and fixed my beard you're an absolute pro and a pleasure to talk too. 11/10 would recommend.
Fantastic experience: Great place for the perfect haircut. Highly recommend this place...
Fantastic experience: Fairly quick, good haircut and staff were nice
Fantastic experience: Mark is the best
Fantastic experience: Best in the county to get hair cut plus great atmosphere and banter, best of the best! Marks lucky to have the team he has! Plus us customers lucky to have them to go to!
Fantastic experience: Best haircut in town hands down!
Fantastic experience: Great place for a cut. Fast, friendly and good prices!
Fantastic experience: Excellent service
Fantastic experience: Awesome staff and service
Fantastic experience: Best barber in Kilkenny and the piece I go if I want a razor shave! Pricey but a slow and percise job done
Fantastic experience: Lovely staff very friendly and great job done on my hair.
Fantastic experience: Great barber's excellent attention to detail and the friendliest staff
Fantastic experience: Atmospheric old school barber shop. Great cuts and friendly chatty staff.
Fantastic experience: Best barbers in town
Fantastic experience: Great hair cut. Nice establishment, handy barbeque advice.
Fantastic experience: It's Sweeney Todd's and it's awesome.
Fantastic experience: I come home from College just to get my hair cut there.
Fantastic experience: Fantastic service from Mark. A treat for my partner who hadn’t been to a barbershop in over 30 years. A haircut and hot towel shave with cut throat razor was a great experience in a classic barbershop with great friendly staff! Well worth a visit if you’re in Kilkenny
Fantastic experience: Best barber in town.
Fantastic experience: Only place in town
Fantastic experience: 1st barbers I've visited in years. Excellent service and staff very friendly. Was completely at home here chatting away. Would give more than 5 stars if I could
Fantastic experience: I call Mark "the beard whisperer". He is an absolute wizard and is the most competent barber in the county, if not the country! It's not often I trust another to trim my beard, but Mark knows what he's doing better than the next one. Top class hair cuts and incomparable bearding.
Fantastic experience: If you value your appearance then come here they will make you look human again. Lol the guys here are awesome
Fantastic experience: If getting a haircut/shave is a treat rather than a chore, then this is the place for you. Its little details that matter. The excellent, well trained, friendly staff take their time and leave you feeling like they care about what they do. It's like a little spa treat for men. 30 minutes of bliss and a break from the real world. You step back in time and leave looking refreshed and feeling good. Highly recommended.
Fantastic experience: Excellent service.
Fantastic experience: Great little gem in the heart of Kilkenny. I went there not knowing exactly what I wanted but the barber helped me figure it out. We had a great conversation and an even better haircut. I'm a foreign visitor but they made me feel right at home and even gave me some tips on what to do nearby. If I lived nearby this would be my regular barber.
Fantastic experience: Mark is the best! Enjoyed the talk about his Green Egg! Tnx again Mark for the lovely Hot Towel Shave!
Positive experience: Great staff
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