Sweeney Todd Barbers
Welcome to Sweeney Todd Barbers, the premier destination for grooming in the heart of Kilkenny. Our barbershop is designed to make you feel at home, ensuring you can easily express your style preferences with our talented team. We pride ourselves on creating a friendly atmosphere, where the spirit is always lively, making each visit not just a haircut but an enjoyable experience.
With nearly 60 years of combined experience, our skilled barbers—Sandra, Ruth, and Olivia—are equipped to handle all hair types and styles, guaranteeing you leave looking and feeling your best. We are committed to inclusivity, providing a welcoming environment for all ages, including those with autism or special needs.
At Sweeney Todd Barbers, we offer a full range of barbering services from classic haircuts to specialized beard grooming, using both traditional techniques and innovative products tailored to your desires. While we currently accept cash payments only, card facilities will be available soon.
Our operating hours are designed for your convenience, as we welcome walk-ins but advise calling ahead for appointments, particularly for our sought-after hot towel shaving service, available Wednesday through Saturday. Stop by our charming barbershop and experience the best in grooming while enjoying great conversation and a warm atmosphere.
If you're looking for a haircut that combines skill, comfort, and a personal touch, look no further than Sweeney Todd Barbers. We can't wait to serve you!
Opening hours
- monday: 9:15-18h
- tuesday: 9:15-18h
- wednesday: 9:15-18h
- thursday: 9h-18h
- friday: 9h-18h
- saturday: 8:30-17:30
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Our comment from BarberSpot about Sweeney Todd Barbers:
Master Barbering in the Heart of Kilkenny
Located in the town center, Sweeney Todd Barbers has established itself as a premier destination for men's grooming, renowned for its skilled team and welcoming environment. Under the guidance of Sandra, a Master Barber who has built a loyal clientele over many years, the shop caters to clients of all ages and styles. The establishment is particularly noted for its ability to handle challenging hair types, including curly hair, and offers specialist care for those with hair loss or specific maintenance needs, ensuring that no hairstyle is too complex for their expertise.
Personalized Service and Specialized Care
What truly distinguishes this barbershop is the highly personalized attention each customer receives. Clients frequently highlight Sandra’s ability to listen closely to their requests while offering expert guidance on what best suits their hair type and facial structure. This approach ensures a consistent result where customers leave looking younger and feeling smarter. The team is also praised for their inclusivity, providing a patient and calming environment for children, including those with special needs or autism, turning what is often a stressful experience into a relaxed and positive one.
Classic Techniques and Expert Styling
The barbers at Sweeney Todd combine traditional barbering techniques with modern trends to deliver precise cuts, fades, and beard grooming. Whether it is a classic hot towel shave available from Wednesday to Saturday, a skin fade, or a stylish trim, the attention to detail is impeccable. The use of creative products and high-quality oils ensures that every style lasts and looks sharp. Many long-term customers emphasize that they would not go anywhere else, citing the flawless execution of both simple trims and complex stylistic requests.
Warm Atmosphere and Community Spirit
Beyond the technical skills, the social atmosphere of the shop is a major draw. Regulars speak fondly of the "good craic" and friendly banter that accompanies every visit, creating a sense of community among clients. The staff are described as super friendly, professional, and eager to chat, making the experience feel more like visiting friends than a standard service appointment. This warm, open vibe, combined with the high standard of service and fair pricing, has earned the shop a reputation as the best in Kilkenny, with many locals proudly recommending it to visitors and friends alike.
Sweeney Todd Barbers: Reviews
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Reviews on Google
4,9 out of 5 from 80 reviews
Fantastic experience: Lovely people Much love from greece
Efgaristo polly Stelios
Fantastic experience: Always the best πολύ ωραία κούρεμα στον άντρα μου και στον γιο μου Ευχαριστούμε θα ξανάρθουμε
Efgaristo polly Anna
Fantastic experience: Sandra is amazing, Super friendly, listens to what you want, and gives a great haircut. Clean shop, good vibes, and I left very happy. Highly recommend her
Efgaristo polly Nikita
Fantastic experience: Ευχαριστούμε Σαντρα για την εξυπηρέτηση και για το υπέροχο κούρεμα !
Efgaristo polly Evangalia
Fantastic experience: The best barbershop in the town running here because you don’t find chairs for today
Efgaristo polly Panteli
Fantastic experience: My little boy gets his hair cut here, they are so friendly and do such a good job. My boy had his very first hair cut here and we’ve been coming ever since. Thanks for being so good with my little one , he feels so relaxed coming here
Thankyou Lu for giving us such a great Review
Fantastic experience: My son does not like having his hair cut. Elaine was so patient with him, and gave him great time.
Thankyou so much for your lovely review Nicola
Fantastic experience: Sandra is a wonderful Barber. She knows exactly what a person likes with there hair. My partner Ray Carroll is going there for year's. Would never go somewhere else. Extremely Friendly. So is her staff. Would recommend her to anyone that is in kilkenny.
Thankyou for your kind review Margaret lovely to hear that
Fantastic experience: Went there today as a walk-in and Sandra took such great care of me and my hair and my wishes. We talked about life and travelling and everything in between and my haircut turned out just incredible. It's like she knew my hair and how I like it instantly. Thank you Sandra, so nice to meet you and an honor to have my hair cut by you. Greetings from the swedish backpacker, and remember the awesome thursday therapy. /Melissa aka Kalissatravels on instagram and whatnot. Cheers
Wow thankyou so much for your lovely review I so appreciate it
Fantastic experience: Just popped in to San at Sweeney Todd’s today, she was very busy, I can see why, very professional and just the best at what she does, I couldn’t go anywhere else, always have a good laugh along with a great cut, best in town!!! Thanks San
Thankyou for your kind words Mrs Finnegan
Fantastic experience: I've been a regular for years, great service everytime without fail from Sandra and the team
Thankyou so much Peter we appreciate your support & kind words
Fantastic experience: Brillent and the best hair cut in kilkenny
Thankyou so much Eddie
Fantastic experience: Couldn't recommend more!
Thankyou so much Federico
Fantastic experience: Go there almost every week and they always do a great job. Would highly recommend.
Thankyou so much Ryan
Fantastic experience: The best barber in Kilkenny the staff are lovely gone there all my life wouldn’t recommend anywhere else
Thankyou so much Evan
Fantastic experience: On holidays and had the pleasure of stopping in here to have a quick hair cut with Sandra. Had no issues with cutting for a female, and had a lovely chat in the meantime Wish you all worked in Australia. Thank you!
Thankyou so much for your lovely review much appreciated
Fantastic experience: Great Kilkenny business. Always a warm welcome from Sandra and the team. Good value too.
Thanks Ian really appreciate that!
Fantastic experience: My two year old little boy had his first haircut here today! He was made feeI so calm and comfortable throughout. The haircut turned out perfect. I couldn't fault the service. We'll definitely be back....
Thank-you so much for the lovely comments Joanne delighted ye were happy
Fantastic experience: The only place In Kilkenny I trust. Brilliant.
Thankyou Mark!
Fantastic experience: Popped in here after Christmas to get my head shaved while on vacation. Sandra did a great job and was super friendly. I later contacted her to ask what oil she had used on my head and she was extremely helpful sharing the product details and a photo. Great service.
Thankyou so much for your lovely review Robert we really appreciate your kind words
Fantastic experience: Really great cut and beard trim Friendly chat, would highly recommend, Great Value Thanks Sandra
Thanks so much Ben really appreciate it
Fantastic experience: Awesome fade in a really quick time. Pretty good value as well.
Thankyou Jacob must be all the practice.... your very kind!
Fantastic experience: Best barber in town
Thankyou Aidan best customers in town to
Fantastic experience: Always do a fantastic job on my hair wouldn't go anywhere else really nice staff and would highly recommend them
Thankyou so much Stoney very kind of you
Fantastic experience: I have been going to Sandra for over 10 years. Would not go anywhere else. Her customer service is great. She listens to what you want but more importantly isn't afraid to give a bit of guidance which always makes for a good hair cut.
Thankyou so much Ciara
Negative experience: waited 30 minutes for the lady to get just for a 5 minute job asked for a skin fade which i didn’t even get a 2 without it being faded the top was good but costed 15 euro very disappointing i would avoid going to this barbers had to go down the road to get it faded which costed me another 15 euro
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Fantastic experience: Long established and truly expert barber in Kilkenny city with great friendly service.
Thankyou for such a lovely review Anthony
Fantastic experience: I recently got my hair cut and styled by Sandra. She was extremely helpful and obliging and went out of her way to assist me. I was very happy with the job she did and cannot recommend her highly enough.
Dylan thankyou so much delighted you were happy with it
Fantastic experience: Very friendly and helpful service with a perfect hair cut. Can recommend 100%
Thankyou so much Peter
Fantastic experience: The best barbers in town.
Thanks Fiona
Fantastic experience: Very clean. Very professional. Not the cheapest but you get what you pay for
Thankyou Ned we appreciate your kind words
Fantastic experience: Had a great experience today with Sharon I was just visiting from Dublin and needed a hair cut Sharon is super professional making sure all the covid procedures are in place. She is really welcoming and gives a 5star service. I would highly recommend to anybody.
Thankyou Aidan we really appreciate that!
Fantastic experience: My favourite place to get a haircut in Kilkenny. Have tried other places but I find here is the best. Very relaxed atmosphere, always feel welcome and never have to wait too long. Always a great haircut. Keep up the good work Sandra and Co.
Thankyou David lovely comments
Fantastic experience: There is nothing not to love, staff are super friendly and just all round great at everything they do.
Thankyou Conor for your lovely comments
Fantastic experience: Super in every aspect
Thankyou Romano
Fantastic experience: Great local business, Sandra and the team are always friendly and professional.
Thanks Gar same as you in Hurley depot! Couldnt recommend highly enough also online!
Fantastic experience: Fantastic barbers, I've never once been disappointed leaving there, and there is always a great atmosphere in the place, really friendly and relaxed. Was in recently and the way they are handling covid is great. Keep up the great work .
Thanks Dar
Fantastic experience: I wouldn't go anywhere else. Top quality service in a warm friendly atmosphere l.
Thanks Noel!
Fantastic experience: Went in for a haircut last week great service couldn't do enough very professional and clean
Thanks Ian
Fantastic experience: There will be hair flying there
There sure will Vinny please God unless everyone gets fed up & turns the razor on themselves!
Fantastic experience: Defiantly the best babers in Kilkenny. Love this place
Thankyou Leon for your lovely comments much appreciated
Fantastic experience: Nice name
Thankyou Stefano for your review much appreciated
Fantastic experience: Best barbers ever
Thanks so much Kevin! Really appreciate that
Fantastic experience: Best place in kilkenny for a hair cut and very friendly staff
Thankyou very much Adrian we are delighted to hear that
Fantastic experience: I brought my son here while visiting for a wedding, a last minute trim before the ceremony. So happy they fittet us in without much trouble and a sleek haircut for my little one. Thanks lovely ladies x
Thank you Tiziana
Fantastic experience: Such a lovely place, with friendly, professional staff. Definitely recommend!
Rosin thankyou so much for your lovely comments!
Fantastic experience: Fab place, so professional, great service and great craic, would recommend to all :)
Thankyou so much for your recommendation Emilyw
Fantastic experience: I have heard so many good feedback from my male friends and colleagues. I wish they would set up a hairdressers
Thankyou Bridget
Fantastic experience: Great Staff, Great Service, Great Price. Couldnt ask for more
Thanks Patrick!
Fantastic experience: It's Great to relax and enjoy a haircut for once knowing that you are in the skilled care of a Master Barber. I've never had a better haircut. Sandra makes me look 10 years younger and feel twice as smart which is some achievement THANKS SANDRA.
Thankyou Trevor
Fantastic experience: Having curly hair, I had never found a place who knew how to cut it properly, until I started going to Sweeney Todd's. Cool cut, cool place.
Thanks Ray!
Fantastic experience: a really great place to bring any of the boys in your life for a good cut. My little fella is quite fussy about his hair cut, but San knows all the cool styles, so he was happy out as he left. Deffo recommend it.
Thankyou Annie!
Fantastic experience: Popped in on the off chance that they could sort my crazy hair out as I was part of a works party from Manchester off to Gorwan Park Races. So happy I did - they were able to look after me and did a great job - so friendly and good banter about the hurling (I'm from Cork !) found it good value and would recommend. Keep up the good work x
Thankyou Bowling green
Fantastic experience: Sandra is the best in Kilkenny....Maybe Ireland Great cut and great banter!!!
Thanks Mr Whyte!
Fantastic experience: San is brilliant and would never go anywhere else to get my boys hair cut - actually that’s how I went in there in the first place San corrected a bad hair cut my 7 year old got in another barber shop!! Fantastic barber
Thankyou for the lovely review Mrs Whyte very kind of you!
Fantastic experience: Sandra runs a really cool barber shop here and always the coolest styles.
Why thanku kind sir!
Fantastic experience: Always get a great hair cut and a chat
Thanks Tom!
Fantastic experience: Excellent haircut and very friendly interaction
Thankyou Brock high praise from an amazing Artist
Fantastic experience: The best barbers in Kilkenny. Lovely friendly staff who always give you exactly what you want. I wouldn’t go anywhere else. Can’t recommend enough. 10/10.
thanks Noel
Fantastic experience: I took my son for his haircut today which is usually stressful on him but the owner was so friendly and professional and put him right at ease. Great service at a great price. Will definately be back.
Thanku so much Lianne
Fantastic experience: Very friendly staff, very professional my two boys really looked smart after their cuts!
Thanku Hazel happy to hear that
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