Rudy's Barbershop (formerly Bishop's)
Information about Rudy's Barbershop (formerly Bishop's)
98121, Seattle
Opening hours
- sunday: 10h-18h
- monday: 10h-19h
- tuesday: 10h-19h
- wednesday: 10h-19h
- thursday: 11h-19h
- friday: 9h-19h
- saturday: 10h-18h
Rudy's Barbershop is an iconic barbershop founded in Seattle in 1993 by Alex Calderwood, David Petersen, and Wade Weigel. It's a must-visit destination for those seeking exceptional service in a laid-back, retro-hip environment. With multiple locations along the West Coast of the United States, Rudy's has garnered a reputation for its unique approach to hair care and barbering.
Located at 2145 6th Ave, Seattle, WA, the barbershop offers a range of services from classic cuts to contemporary styles, all performed by highly skilled barbers dedicated to providing a personalized experience. Customers can enjoy an atmosphere that blends nostalgia with modern culture, creating the perfect spot to unwind and leave looking refreshed.
Rudy's has also established itself as a hub that encourages community and creativity, being affiliated with the Ace Hotel chain, which reinforces its connection to art and urban culture. If you're looking for a place where your appearance and comfort come first, Rudy's is waiting for you!
Our comment from BarberSpot about Rudy's Barbershop (formerly Bishop's):
Rudy's Barbershop (formerly Bishop's) is a popular destination known for its friendly atmosphere and skilled stylists. Many clients praise the quality of the haircuts received, particularly from stylists like Shain, Amy, and Eric, who have been recognized for their attention to detail and excellent customer service.
Customers frequently highlight their enjoyable experiences, often mentioning:
- Exceptional Haircuts: Numerous patrons have reported leaving the shop feeling satisfied with their stylish cuts, with some even claiming it's the best they've ever had.
- Welcoming Environment: The atmosphere is frequently described as friendly and inclusive, making it a great space for all clients.
- Personalized Service: Stylists take the time to listen to client requests, ensuring that each haircut meets individual preferences.
However, there have been some mixed reviews regarding specific stylists, particularly Mike, who received criticism for his behavior and workmanship. Some clients shared experiences of feeling rushed or not listened to during their appointments. Nevertheless, the management appears responsive and committed to addressing customer feedback.
Overall, Rudy's Barbershop is recommended for its talented staff and friendly service, making it a go-to choice for those seeking a great haircut.
Rudy's Barbershop (formerly Bishop's): Reviews
Fantastic experience: Amy gave me the two best haircuts I’ve ever had
Eli, massive thanks for the kind words! I'll let Amy know the next time I see her. Truly couldn't be luckier to have you both in the shop!
Negative experience: This is based on my Feb 3, 2026 haircut with Mike Baronwski: Mike is extremely rude and intimidating. He did not allow me to explain the haircut I wanted. He snapped at me multiple times. I’m never gonna get an haircut from him. I had an overall terrible experience. When I showed him a photo of an haircut I wanted and tried explaining he replied “don’t show me a photo of what you don’t want. Extremely rude behavior. My haircut at the end was unsatisfactory. I usually get an haircut every 15 days from Brandon and unfortunately he was out that day and I needed an haircut. Mike is more expensive too and I like an idiot even gave him a 25% tip. Hated it. When you’re in the service industry and providing a service especially to a regular customer who comes to your shop every 15 days for an haircut and tips so highly, this is not how you treat them. Mike does not deserve to be on Level 5 or whatever.
Nihal,
My sincerest apologies! And thank you so much for taking the time to let me know about this. Rest assured, I am on the case and will look into this matter urgently. The skill and service of our teams are of paramount importance to us.
I wasn’t able to locate your appointment under the name listed in your review, so please, please send me an email with the phone number you booked under so I can make this right for you!
Again, thank you for flagging this, and an additional thanks for the kudos regarding Brandon! I’ll make sure he receives your kind words the next time I see him. :D
I look forward to making this right!
Warmly,
Cort Olson
Area Manager
cort@rudysbarbershop.com
Fantastic experience: Such a nice cool relaxed go with the flow guy Shain is. I took my friend to get his bushweed hacked off… lol and Shain cut my friends hair perfectly after a short debate between my friend and I.. it was a lovely experience. I go regularly here since before it was Rudy’s and I keep coming back always awesome employees!!
Raaad! Thanks for taking the time to leave us some kind words and even more so for coming by so often! I'll let Shain know next time I see him. Sooo very lucky to have ya both in the shop! :D
Fantastic experience: Not all Rudy's are created equal. Never had a bad cut here
Yooo! Thanks sooo much! Honored to be doing it right for ya! Thanks again for ther kind words. Catch ya soon!
Fantastic experience: Hey y'all, Brandon is the real deal. I am very androgonous, and will never go to a "salon," and Rudy's has been unique. I have never been to the Rudy's near the Amazon sphere, and not only was he cool, it was Xmas eve!!!! He stayed late, and I knew I needed to get into a cut that would take down this age, and he saw my photos, and intuively created a Wolf, shaggy wild cut, that gave me looks from young folks, like "cool cut" the next day. When kids half my age, say it is cool, trust me, Brandon is one that has great experience, and he is intuitive too. He worked in Australia, and was easy to vibe with, funny, plus he is kind, as he went out of his way to protect my length of my long locks. Others would just hack it off. He gave me a cool edgy look, and he also used a razor shearing method that gave it healthy shaggy lift, wolf wildness & everyone that sees me LOVES IT!!!!!! I am only going to this Rudy's which is huge, plays great music and just chill vibes there & they respect identity/individuality/diversity there 100%! They are true artists!!! Mahalo!!
Franki, wow, infinite thanks for this review! I'll def make sure that Brandon gets to see it. Sooo stoked you like your cut! And huge thanks for coming to see us. It means the world! We truly couldn't be luckier as a shop than to have both you and Brandon! ✨
Fantastic experience: Got a great haircut and had a really nice chat with Amy! It’s nice to meet someone else who’s on a sober journey and she gave a great and gentle haircut. I’ll definitely be back!
Rob! Thanks so much for the stars and the kind words. We're definitely lucky to have Amy at our Downtown and Belltown shops. And even luckier to have you! I'll pass along the kudos when I see her next. Again, huge thanks! Happy holidays! <3
Fantastic experience: The interior is really nice and cosy. Everybody who works there made it a lovely and heartwarming place :) Obviously I needed a new haircut but I wasn’t sure in which direction it should go. Thanks to Amys great advice I decided and went threw with it. I don’t want to sound cocky but I look amazing and am happy with the result! I can really recommend the place
Hii! Huge thanks for the review! Soo stoked you were resonating! I'll pass the kudos along to Amy when I see her next. :D So stoked to have ya as a client! <3 See ya soon! :D
Fantastic experience: Had a great experience with Shain. He was patient, attentive, and highly skilled. I got a shoulder-length haircut, and he did an amazing job—one of the best haircuts I’ve had.
Thank you, thank you for the kind words! I'll let Shain know the next time I see him. Infinite thanks for coming to visit us! Means the world! :D
Fantastic experience: Run (don't walk) to get a cut with Shain at this location. Shain was my stylist in NYC for 10 years. He is ultra-talented and excelled at bringing my vision to life. He is a natural with scissor and clipper cuts and has a great eye toward styles that will flatter you. While I was very sad when Shain left NYC for Seattle, I was overjoyed when we were reunified while I was in town for a work meeting last month. After getting a cut with Shain you will feel like a new person. You will also need to get used to random strangers complimenting you and asking you where you get your hair cut. Both of these are regular occurrences every time I get a cut with Shain.
Stacy, thank you so much for the kind words! I hope you had an amazing time in Seattle. I’ll be sure to pass your kudos along to Shain next time I see him—we’re lucky to have him at our Downtown shop! And even luckier to have had you at Rudy’s for as long as we did. Thanks again, and please say hi if you’re ever in the area again! ❤️
Fantastic experience: Shain has cut my hair for 10+ years and hands down is the best stylist I have ever had! He has improved my self esteem and self confidence so much. When I first started seeing Shain I was dealing with thinning hair due to a medical issue (which has now thankfully resolved) but Shain was so understanding and always helped my hair look great and made me feel great about myself. Several years ago I decided to start highlighting my hair too and Shain does an amazing job. He gives me the most natural looking highlights that grow out well and mean it’s no big deal if it takes me a little longer to get back to see him. Shain is so kind and friendly and an excellent conversationalist. Having your hair done feels like catching up with an old friend. I always feel so at ease. I cannot recommend Shain highly enough! I was seeing Shain at Rudy’s in New York for many years, but thankfully have close family in Seattle, so now that he moved, I can still get my hair done when I visit!
Leah, wow—thank you so much for the kind words! I’ll pass them along to Shain right away. We’re so lucky to have him join our Downtown Seattle shop, and even luckier to have you with us now too! Here’s to many more years of rad hair and chill vibes!
Fantastic experience: Mike at Rudy’s is the best! I’ve been going to see him for over 6 years. Great attention to detail, always gets exactly what I’m saying if I want to switch up my hair style. He’s the best in Seattle!!
Sam! Yoo!
Thanks so much for the kind words about Mike—he’s truly stellar! We’re so lucky to have him at our Downtown shop, and even luckier to have you with us all these years.
I’ll make sure to pass these kudos along to him next time I see him. Huge thanks again for your continued support. Here’s to many more years!
Fantastic experience: Shain is incredible he has done my hair for 10 years and I trusted him with the cut and color Everytime. Never once was I disappointed, I can't recommend him enough.
Shawna! Thanks so much for the kind words! I'll let Shain know ASAP. And huge thanks for coming by all of these years! We couldn't be luckier. :D
Fantastic experience: The staff here is incredibly friendly and welcoming. I always get my hair and beard done by Shain, an exceptional hairstylist who is not only skilled but also a great conversationalist and professional. He consistently makes minor adjustments to my hairstyle, ensuring that my look is always perfect. I highly recommend Shain! When Shain was on leave, I also had a few cuts with Brandon. His service was excellent, and he was incredibly funny! He always makes sure to provide a warm towel and a relaxing beard trim. The staff is always friendly, the shop atmosphere is relatively quiet, and is very conveniently located.
Hi Aziz!
Huge thanks for the kind words. I'll let Shain and Brandon know the next time I see them! So very lucky to have the three of ya! ✨
Cort, Area Manager, cort@rudysbarbershop.com
Fantastic experience: went there as walk in, love my hair cut great friendly service
Pardon the delay! Thank you kindly for the kudos! So lucky to have you pop in. :D
Fantastic experience: Mike is awesome! Super friendly, knowledgeable, skilled, thorough, excellent chair-side manner, basically everything you could want in a barber. I walked in without an appointment and they were able to squeeze me into their otherwise busy schedule. Thanks for the great cut!
Raaad! Thanks so much for the kind words! I'll pass them to Mike ASAP. So very lucky to have both! Catch ya next time, hopefully!
Fantastic experience: Eric is amazing! I’ve been getting my hair cut by him for three years, and he always does an awesome job. Sometimes he makes small changes to my existing style to make it look even better, and other times he tries new styles for a fresh look. We have such fun chats during my haircuts. He’s super kind and makes the whole experience enjoyable!
Yay! I'll let Eric know ASAP. Huge thanks for the kuddos. So lucky to have you both!
<3 Rudy's
Negative experience: In the past, I have had great experience with Eric at this shop but my recent experience was terrible. Brandon would probably be the rudest person I ever had haircut with. Trust me, just avoid him and go with anyone else.
Sorry to hear about your experience. We are looking into this.
Negative experience: Horrible haircut from Shain. Will not ever return. $60 wasted.
Brian,
I'm so sorry to hear you weren't stoked with your cut! Thank you so much for letting us know so I can look into the matter. Rest assured, we guarantee our services! You can pop into any location within 7 days for a complimentary correction. Simply let us know when you're booking. If you'd like, I can even handle this for you directly. Just pop me an email at the address listed below, and I'll get the ball rolling.
Again, thanks for flagging this. It's a huge help in nipping future errors in the bud. Looking forward to making this right by you!
Cort Olson
Area Manager
cort.olson@rudysbarbershop.com
Negative experience: VERY RUDE barber who was in a massive rush to get my hair done, did not listen to my request for getting a haircut, and cut my ear into bleeding. HORRIBLE place, NEVER GO HERE!!!!
Ayo, I'm Cort, one of the Rudy's area managers. My sincerest apologies we didn't nail it for ya! Rest assured we guarantee our cuts and are happy to make it right! Drop me a line at cort.olson@rudysbarbershp.com and I'm sure we can work something out. Nonetheless, huge thanks for the feedback. Rest assured I'll investigate. Your feedback goes a long way in holding us accountable to offering the best services we can.
Huge thanks,
Cort Olson
Area Manager
cort.olson@rudysbarbershop.com
Positive experience: 1. Good conversations with hair stylist 2. Good hair cut 3. However, hot towels no longer served, unlike couple years ago. Since covid, they (Bishop’s at the time) stopped serving beverage as well. And now towels apparently. So a few cost cutting measures observed gradually.
Fantastic experience: Stylist listened to my hair and paid attention to its quirks and created a style that was fun, quirky, and modern. Enjoyed the vibe. The accessibility entrance is thru a bike shop next door and was easy to navigate once a staff person came out to infor me. I'd recommend better instructions for wheelchair users on the door in case staff are busy.
Negative experience: It was just a horrible experience. I had an appointment at 1:00pm and showed up at 1:05 flat. The front desk person told me "sorry we have a 5 minutes policy so we can't take you". I was shocked. Everytime I came on time or before time, they made me wait for more than 10-15min for my turn to come and never even apologized. Last time I came, they made me wait 20 minutes after my booking time. Today with 5 minutes late they just canceled my appointment. The person was so rude just saying "that's how it is it's written on the website". Throughout this time, the shop was empty with no customers and the barbers were just chit-chatting around, not like they were busy or working with other customers. I asked why they did not call before canceling they just kept repeating in robotic way "that's how it is we have 5 minutes policy it is written on the website". No sense of customer service. This made me regret all the 20% tips I gave them on all my previous visits (tips underserved due to the poor quality of service)
Hi Abby, I’m the manager of the 6th ave shop. We don’t have any record of your visit, are you sure you are referring to our location on 6th ave?
2145 6th Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
(Inside the VIA6 Building across from the Amazon Campus)
Negative experience: Received a haircut from a level 1 stylist and he tried to do the best he could but oh my god.... the back side it lop sided, he didn't know how to line up a fade, my hair looks like a crazy person!!!!!!!
Negative experience: Brandon no longer works here apparently. Haircuts that i can pay at a cheaper barbershop for $30 (w/o tip)and same result. I'd rather move on if im gonna be paying $60+tip.
Hi Genaro, Brandon still works at the Rudy’s on 6th ave.
You seem to be leaving a review for the wrong business, as Brandon’s haircuts are currently $47 and our shop ranges from $39-52 depending on the stylist you choose.
Negative experience: Rushed service, 15 min instead of 30. Charge additional fee if you pay with credit card. Uneven cut, will do a fix. Lied about the service: I’ve chosen a haircut that includes shampoo, scalp treatment etc, but got nothing (see the screenshot from their website).
Negative experience: Honestly, this is the worst place to get your haircut. Their unprofessionalism is astounding. If I didn't want a junior stylist, why is that a problem? I booked an appointment two hours in advance, unaware of the stylist's level. Concerned due to a previous bad experience with a junior barber at this place, I called to request a senior stylist. Since I’m traveling, I didn’t want to risk my haircut. Today, they called me back and blatantly lied, claiming I refused the previous appointment because the stylist was a woman. If calls are recorded, I'd love to hear that. I specifically stated I didn't want a junior stylist and requested someone with a rating of 3 stars or above. In what world is asking for a senior stylist an issue? Avoid this place at all costs. They clearly don’t value their customers or their preferences.
Negative experience: I recently visited this barber shop and had a less than stellar experience. When I walked in, there was no greeting or acknowledgment, which made me feel unwelcome right from the start. To make matters worse, I had to wait for 20 minutes before I was attended to, despite having an appointment. The service itself was just okay. The barber, who is a level 1 beginner, did his best with the haircut, but the overall experience left a lot to be desired. While I appreciate his effort, I won’t be returning to this shop. There are plenty of other places where the service and customer experience are more professional and welcoming.
Positive experience: I booked an appointment at Rudy’s and was able to get in the same day. I showed up early for my appointment and the gal who cut my hair was able to get me in before my scheduled time. She was friendly and listened to exactly what I wanted. However Not really the experience I was looking for. I was looking for more of a traditional barbershop instead of a salon. With that being said, the girl who did my haircut did do a really good job. She took her time and the hair cut looks good. I will say it was a little bit on the expensive side, after 20% tip, it cost me $62 for a basic fade haircut. She did do a good job and was clearly good at her craft. Just not what I personally was looking for as far as environment and overall experience when I expect to go to a barber vs. a salon. Just wasn’t the right fit for me.
Fantastic experience: I had Sara J as my hair stylist and they did an excellent job. I went in with what I had in mind but my haircut turned out better than I thought.
Yes, Sara is fantastic- Thanks for the feedback!!
Fantastic experience: I previously had a bad experience at a different Rudy’s in seattle but stumbled into the one on 6th ave and that changed my impression. All the credit goes to Brandon! This is my second time getting my haircut with him and i am very satisfied!! He exactly does what you want and very patiently listens to what you ask for. I kept making changes to how i wanted my hair to look like and he happily did whatever i asked for each n every time! If at all you aren’t satisfied with your cut, it’s entirely your fault. So make sure you know what you ask for ;) I’m definitely going to visit this place again and will always get my hair done with Brandon :) And oh yeah not to forget the fun talks he always makes you indulge in :D Ps. If you want your hair washed, make sure you ask your barber as soonas you’re in the shop and they’ll do it for you. If you aren’t asking for it, they won’t do it for you. That’s how it is at Rudy’s :)
That's so great to hear! Brandon is fantastic- thanks for the positive feedback!
Negative experience: I went for a beard trim(15 min slot) and I was disappointed with multiple things. Staff was a bit rude, the guy was in a hurry for his next appointment, did not listen to what I had asked for and the end result looked bad and unfinished. They said someone will reach out to me but they never did. I've had the same experience the last time I went for a haircut(a year ago). I'm never going to this place again.
Negative experience: I wanted to share my recent experience at your salon. I understand that punctuality is important in your business, but I was disappointed with the way I was treated for being just 5 minutes late due to unavoidable reasons. The staff's response felt unnecessarily rude and unwelcoming. While I appreciate the need for a smooth schedule, a little understanding and politeness would have made the situation much better. I hope this feedback helps improve the experience for future customers.
Hi Rushin, typically we can accommodate being late 5 mins or less for a haircut, as they take about 30 mins, however with a beard trim 5 minutes can represent 1/3 or more of the entire scheduled time. Rather than rush, what we probably should have done was reschedule your appointment. Although it can be unavoidable at times, being on time is the best practice.
Fantastic experience: Great hair cut! I had a random Stylist, but they gave me the exact kind of hair cut that I wanted
Fantastic! Thank you for letting us know
Fantastic experience: Always a warm friendly comfortable experience. I go to Cole K every time and they take care of me. Conversation with them and other staff is light and friendly. Prices are reasonable and products are gentle.
Thank you for the great review!
We appreciate your business
www.rudysbarbershop.com
Rudy’s Barbershop, 6th ave
2145 6th Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
Negative experience: Great service! It would be great to give estimates before the service starts. I went on for service which was around25$ but later learned the senior stylist are $35 while paying. Should be given option to let know when they walk in or book online specifically saying that you’re booking for standard or senior and when I walk in they should tell me that I booked for standard service and NOT by senior. Also mention about velsh charge that you add later. Be more transparent Please fix this! Thank you
Hi Rohan. If you book online, the prices are shown for the stylist that you choose. If you walk in, you’re correct – you should’ve been told the price before booking your appointment. We will touch base with our staff and make sure that our procedures are being followed correctly . Thanks for letting us know!
Positive experience: I only go when my barber is booked or out of town. Rudy’s always a disappointment with crooked and non symmetrical lines and cuts :( 3 stars because the dude that cut my hair was nice. Response to owner: I came back once after this review (on November 6th) for a cut and beard trim, and I would say it was much better. But come on: you can do way better than this; better training, better tools, etc.. so your customer can have a more consistent experience.
Hi Kian, I'm sorry to hear about your previous experiences. We noticed that you have been in for a haircut and beard trim twice since writing this review - were your experiences improved since this?
Fantastic experience: $22 for a head shave is reasonable because the service was great. I scheduled my appointment for 1:45 and didn’t get in a chair until 2, but I wasn’t in a hurry.
Hi Michael, sorry for the delay in getting you into the chair, however we're glad that you were happy with the service!
Fantastic experience: Everyone here is super friendly, seen Stephanie a few times and always satisfied with her attention to detail for ever cut.
Thanks for the 5 star review! We hope to see you again at Rudy's on 6th ave!
Negative experience: Nice interior and friendly staff but bad haircut quality. You’ll have to correct their mistakes at home after the visit. Think patches of uncut hair all over the head and asymmetrical lines/forms.
Hi Dmitry, sorry to hear of your experience, that is not typical of the stylists that you visited.
Fantastic experience: Got a short cut here and it was awesome! Brandon is really great—knowledgeable, listens to what you want, and talks through what he’s doing as he’s doing it.
Thank you for the great review!
We appreciate your business
www.rudysbarbershop.com
Rudy’s Barbershop, 6th ave
2145 6th Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
Negative experience: I like Rudy’s, no doubt! However, avoid this guy Mike at all costs, he’s unnecessarily expensive and gives off vibes like he’s the only barber in town just cuz Rudy’s tagged him as a Level “whatever” barber lol There’s literally stylists in the same shop who are tagged as lower level stylists than him on their website and are much much better than him This is for the branch that’s there on the 6th Ave, downtown Seattle
Positive experience: Had a weird experience here after years of great Rudy's service... Stylist didn't wash my hair (figured he just wanted to rough chop before, which is fine, that happens). However, he decided he was done without the face framing I asked for (also trimming the front is not the same as face framing). I asked how to get my hair washed, he said it was my fault for not asking for my hair to be washed when I showed up. I'll be going back to have someone else fix it, but I'm pretty shy and conflict averse, so I hope it goes okay, wish me luck
Hi Caitlin, sorry for the delay in response. You are correct that a wash is included with every cut, whether a long or a short cut. Obviously you don't have to have one if you'd prefer not to, but it should always be offered and you should never come away feeling like you were asking for anything special.
I would like to follow up with you about this, if you would please e-mail me directly;
ryan.mcdonald@rudysbarbershop.com
Very sorry for your experience, I believe we can remedy this.
Sincerely,
Ryan McDonald
Manager
Rudy's Barbershop, 6th ave
Positive experience: I came in pretty shaggy, it had been about 2.5 months since I had my hair cut. I had an appointment with Mike and right off the bat, I felt rushed. He asked should we do X Y and Z and I pulled up a photo of myself when I've liked it in the past. Same photo I always show and have never had complaints before. He immediately said "that doesn't tell me anything your hair just looks like a blob." It seems like he just ended up doing X Y and Z. At the end of the haircut he asked if everything was okay and I didn't love it but couldn't point out what it was in the moment so I said everything was fine. When I looked at it in a mirror later everything looked so inconsistent. I realized he never cut my bangs so I had this 3-4" long hair on top of my head and my bangs were 5-6" long. Looks weird if they ever fall in my face. The haircut took 20 minutes which is like 1/2 I'm used to. It overall felt very rushed and I think the end product reflects that unfortunately.
Hi Levi, apologies for the late response, and sorry to hear about your experience in our shop.
If you would like to e-mail me directly I would like to get a little more information and believe I could offer a remedy that would bring you back to us as a client.
ryan.mcdonald@rudysbarbershop.com
Sincerely,
Ryan McDonald
Manager
Rudy's Barbershop, 6th ave
Positive experience: Not a positive experience. I went there for a haircut but the stylist sprays my hair with water and went on to cut which looked okay then but once I returned the fade, cut and everything was inconsistent. The place looks great with all the facilities.. but the stylist could probably use better training
Hi Waran, I'm sorry to hear about your experience in our shop. I would like to find out a little more and possibly offer you a remedy to get you back in to us. If you would like, please e-mail me directly at ryan.mcdonald@rudysbarbershop.com
Negative experience: I really liked the place, but not the haircut. Asked for a tapering clean fade starting from a zero. Came back home to check the mirror closely and was dismayed at the unevenness of the cut. (Look at the length near the ears. Looks like the barber ran off amid the cut). There could be better attention to detail. Will try to book someone else for next time. ☹️☹️
Hi Roshan, I was not able to find your account or the visit to our shop that you are referring to. If you would like to e-mail me directly I would be interested to know who did your service, and I believe I could offer a remedy to hopefully get you back to our shop.
ryan.mcdonald@rudysbarbershop.com
Sincerely,
Ryan McDonald
Manager
Rudy's Barbershop, 6th ave
Positive experience: Rudy's Barbershop offers high-quality service and attention to detail at a premium price, considering the South Lake Union area. You have a range of services to choose from and flexible time slots throughout the week. To secure your spot, you can either book online or call them directly.
Thanks Edgar! We hope to see you soon again at Rudy's on 6th Ave!
Negative experience: Frankly, I returned to fix the first trim I had done at this Rudy's. This no longer is Bishops, so please check the date of the reviews. So today, I came into a friendly staff halfway through; the barber (not a stylist) mentioned he was an intern (I won't name names) who charges the same amount. Well, the normal-length sideburns I've had for 20 years were immediately removed (see my profile picture), and one sideburn was cut a full inch shorter than the other when he was done; one side of my head is buzzed about 1/4 inch from the scalp, and the other noticeably longer. I've got this goofy collick thing on the side of my head (!) where none was ever present and possibly the worst haircut of my life. I am debating whether to make them fix it at their cost or cut my $60 loss and run to someone else because there isn't enough gel to fix this for my profession. As a follow-up, I called 3 times, was hung up on once, and left messages twice when it went to voice mail with no reply until now. To be fair, I went to another stylist, and they said it was cut so short, so high, there is nothing anyone can do until it grows out here is a before and after shot.
Hi Jeffrey, I am very sorry to hear about your experience at our shop.
Our number one goal is for our clients to leave feeling great about how they look and it sounds like we fell short. We don't have your e-mail address, so I will send you mine privately. I have some ideas on how to make this right for you. Sincere apologies, we hope to hear from you soon.
-Ryan
Manager
Rudy's Barbershop
Belltown Wall St./Downtown 6th Ave.
Negative experience: If you are 5 minutes late, they cancel your appointment and charge you. No wiggle room, despite going to this location or capital hill for 4 years. Will not be going back.
Fantastic experience: Just got a cut from Eric. I gave him some pretty vague instructions and let him work his magic. I came in with a 6in hair mop and left with an awesome cut. Much appreciated! I'll definitely be back. P.S. my fiance approves
Yes, Eric is a super talented stylist!Thank you for the great review!
We appreciate your business
www.rudysbarbershop.com
Rudy’s Barbershop, 6th ave
2145 6th Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
Negative experience: Very bad experience. I cancelled on them in January due to an unforeseen situation. I tried to book for the haircut yesterday and they said they wont take me in since i cancelled them once wherein i already informed them way before hand. Bad customer experience.
Negative experience: Absolutely awful experience! Was charged for the haircut even though I was denied service because I was late. The Barber was pompous and uninterested. I could not fathom how he could be both at the very same time. But the strangest thing was that I was made to wait for the same amount of time during my last two visits but was not given any refund. Why does the rule not apply both ways? Anyway, ethics aside, I was terribly confused whether to be disappointed with the barber for being too unbothered to look up the phone and be rude to me or for being awfully bad at basic Math. Look, i’m not expecting my barber to be decent at basic arithmetic, he doesn’t need to count my hair! But he said he’s expecting the next guest soon and need to prepare for him(For about 12-13 min). If he was planning to do my haircut for only 12 min anyway and use the rest of time to prepare for next customer, why did he not use the remaining 13 minutes for my haircut and use the remaining one minute to look into his phone a.k.a prepare for his next customer. I understand, man has his needs! Maybe he’s looking at something incredibly important on YouTube like “Learn to cut hair in 12 minutes”, I really don’t know, i can only speculate. But what i really detest is someone charging me money, not providing service at all, someone trying to make an easy buck by not moving his bum at all and having the audacity to cold talk with me. I admit, I got caught up at work and was late, my mistake, but you sir are a whole lot worse! You know exactly who you are!
Fantastic experience: I was just visiting Seattle to see a friend but thank my stars I decided to get a haircut from Eric. My hair was below shoulder length and really outta shape. Eric spent time brainstorming some styles with me, walked me through them and delivered a really satisfying cut. FIVE STARS all day long! Great talk too!
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Rudy’s Barbershop, 6th ave
2145 6th Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
Fantastic experience: Clean shop with a core staff of highly-skilled stylists. Throw a dart and select any one of them at random, you won’t be disappointed! But don’t actually throw a dart at anyone…
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Rudy’s Barbershop, 6th ave
2145 6th Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
Fantastic experience: Mike always gives excellent hair cuts and beard trims, even more importantly he is always on time for appointments which I really appreciate.
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Rudy’s Barbershop, 6th ave
2145 6th Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
Fantastic experience: Eric is very nice, professional, and good at his job! Excellent haircuts every time I drop by and a good friendly atmosphere
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Rudy’s Barbershop, 6th ave
2145 6th Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
Negative experience: My beard trim experience here was really bad. The guy was not at all skilled (and it was their best guy for beard trim/Level 2 professional). He did not understand what a faded look is and did not take pointers when I tried to convey what I wanted (disagreed to look at a picture saying "I got this"). He went ahead and shaved off facial hair from my cheeks, something I had been growing for weeks to develop a longer beard. His neck line was really untidy and was in general rude about cleaning up side burns saying he would need to charge for a haircut if he went beyond a certain point (FYI all salons clean up ends to make it blend with your beard). All in all, I would not recommend going here for a beard trim, it is not their forte. They have really skilled hair stylists (shoutout to Stephanie) and I always get my haircut from here.
Fantastic experience: Eric has been cutting my hair there for quite some time and he is AMAZING, I would give him 10 starts if I could. Highly recommend. Very personable, attentive to detail and all around a sweetheart. My most recent cut is probably the best I have ever had, even girls have been hitting on me. Only drawback, the service at the desk could definitely be better. I was recently over charged for a product that I never purchased at the time of the appointment and the service experience I received from said manager was less to be desired for a refund, I will still leave this 5 star review though. Definitely worth the hassle to see my darling Eric.
Negative experience: Surprised with how poor the experience was. Not sure if I was the last appointment of the day but my cut started at 4:30 and my barber was done in ten minutes and the quality of the cut showed. Unbelievable.
Negative experience: The guy who cut my hair isnt a detailed person. I have to cut so much of my fuzzy hair right when i got home. Not sure i will go back there….
Fantastic experience: Highly recommend Cole if you are looking for someone to cut curly hair. I've been twice and each time he's done better than any other barber I've been to.
Positive experience: Some barbers are good, like Stephane. Others, like Brandon, would be passive aggressive if you even ask them what they’re doing during the haircut.
Negative experience: Super rude behavior by hair stylist. I was 6 min late and they told me they won’t be able to do beard trim , just the haircut . But, they charged me for all the services . P.S don’t let them save your card info. They misuse it a lot. The stylist was so rude during the whole process.
Fantastic experience: wow- I saw steph today and I’m never going back to bougie overpriced women’s hair salons. She gave me a dry cut for $52 and it was way better than any of the other cuts I’ve had for upwards of $120. She’s the daughter of a hairdresser and has been doing this for 20+ years. Go to Rudy’s and see Stephanie- you won’t regret it!
Fantastic experience: Stephanie was the one i generally go to for the haircut. she is very polite and friendly. She really does a great job. It gets hard dealing with the reception people in the saloon. The review is only regarding the stylist. 5 stars for her :D :) 3 stars for the reception folks :|
Fantastic experience: I used to live just around the corner, but now I drive across town to get my hair cut here. Wouldn’t dream of going anywhere else. The banter between the barbers is always hilarious.
Negative experience: Extremely RUDE customer service. There was some confusion about the time of appointment 11.15 vs 11.30a. When I showed up at 11.30a, the hair dresser was excessively rude and said “I don’t have time to cut your hair”. Such behavior is uncalled for and unacceptable. Totally understand if the slot was taken by someone else, but there’s a respectful way of communicating this. Would not recommend this place at all.
Fantastic experience: I wish you all a chance to find a barber that can work with a foot of greasy, pandemic hair and "I don't really know what I want" and deliver your favorite haircut in many years. Stephanie at downtown Rudy's! And I'd wager the other folks are just as good.
Negative experience: I went in for a haircut appointment scheduled with Brandon L. He was condescending and disrespectful. Did a terrible job with my hair. Gonna have to visit another parlor to fix them up. Would not recommend going here. Definitely not visiting again.
Fantastic experience: Had a great haircut experience here. Sara listened to what I wanted and gave me a great cut that works well for my type of hair. Really appreciated her skills, collaboration and friendliness! Definitely recommend her.
Fantastic experience: I'm trans and this has lead to difficulties going to barbershops, but not at Rudy's! Mike Baronowski was excellent to work with and didn't bat an eye at my request. The other stylist and shop manager treated me like just another customer. This might sound small and dumb, but it was such a relief coming in and just getting a haircut. I'll be back soon!
Thanks Chris! Can't wait to see you again!
Fantastic experience: I just got my hair cut here, and Cole did an amazing job! I have very thick, curly short hair and he did a fantastic scissor cut and layered it just how I wanted. The atmosphere was very welcoming, and all the staff were friendly and kind. The price of my cut was very competitive and I will be coming here again!
Fantastic experience: Aaron at the front desk was amazing. I ended up booking, needing to cancel, then book again and Aaron helped me with all of it with grace and patience. I got my hair colored with Stephanie and I can't wait to come back. I had an idea of what I wanted and she turned it into magic. Everyone was friendly and I felt super welcome.
Fantastic experience: I've been seeing Cole at the SLU location for a year now and he is great! He is super friendly and gives a FANTASTIC haircut! Rudy's is in a convenient location, the space is nice, Cole's always on time with his appointments, and you'll be thrilled with the cut!
Fantastic experience: Visited this place after 15 months and Eric did an amazing job as usual. So professional and I'm genuinely surprised he kept the notes about what style i prefer after all this time of not coming in. I will definitely recommend Eric to anyone who is looking for a great hair cut and style.
Fantastic experience: The shop is spacious and clean and it’s easy to get an appointment that works with my schedule. Cole is always professional and polite. He puts all of his effort into his customers to make sure that they’re satisfied and leave feeling like a million bucks. Thanks y’all!
Fantastic experience: I've been seeing Steph for years and she always does an amazing job! She's so welcoming and funny and it makes getting something small like a trim a good time. Highly recommend, she does color and cuts like nobody's business
Thanks for the nice words! Steph is awesome!
Fantastic experience: This shop is the best, all of the folks are so friendly whenever I stop in. Steven cuts my hair and he is incredibly professional, doing a great job while being very attentive to any details or concerns I have. All in all great location, do recommend!
Fantastic experience: Cole delivers another stellar do! He knows how to make his clients feel and look their best. On-time, top quality and good conversations I’ll definitely be back.
Fantastic experience: Cole is an amazing barber. Hands down the best. I’m so glad to had him recommended to me. I have a terrible cowlick and going to a new barber always fills me with dread because I feel like it’s a process for them to learn how to manage it. Cole approached it like a pro. Had a plan, explained it to me and made me feel instantly comfortable because I knew I was in good hands. He’s the man as far as I’m concerned.
Fantastic experience: Great place! Was converted to a Rudy's but has all the same staff and feel as the Bishop's that used to be here.
Fantastic experience: I love coming here! I always leave in a better mood than I came in with. All the staff are friendly and make you feel included in conversation, making this place very inviting and inclusive. Eric really knows about hair and I've never gotten a haircut as good as those I've received from him. I plan on exclusively getting my haircuts from here. Keep up the good work!
Fantastic experience: I LOVED IT!!! I had Patrick and he was the SWEETEST! They have a gorgeous atmosphere and it is so friendly. I showed a picture of what I wanted my hair to look like, knowing it wouldnt look exact because my hair was darker, but Patrick did it EXACTLY. He managed to do it perfectly it was amazing. Totally going back!
Fantastic experience: Stephanie was really friendly and did a great job getting all the dirt out of my long hair after a big hike. The salon was clean and the staff was professional with getting things done properly and in time.
Fantastic experience: This was my first time at this place I took the 2 hour + drive from Yakima just to get there and it was 100% worth it. I’ve tried about every barber shop near me but was never satisfied so I decided to just try it out. Mike did my haircut and nailed it exactly the way I wanted it. I’d definitely come back.
Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Steph Gonzalez at 6th ave! I’ve had a hard time finding a regular hair stylist since moving to Seattle. Service was awesome, I love the haircut and I’m already looking forward to booking next time. Thank you!
Fantastic experience: Eric is my go-to guy here and has been for almost two years. It’s hard to find a stylist that treats you more than just another customer. Eric gets my somewhat difficult hair (two cowlicks in strange places and an uncommon hairline) he knows what I’m looking for and I trust him to make sure I look professional yet cute . He’s a true darling and the whole staff at bishops make the vibe very welcoming. I’ve never had a bad experience there.
Fantastic experience: First time and i enjoyed the place. Very professional and communication on point. We talked about my haircut as he was doing it to make sure it was what i wanted. First great impression. Definitely recommended
Fantastic experience: First haircut in Seattle and I can’t recommend it enough. Steven did such an amazing job. I just roughly told him what I wanted and he just gave me the best haircut I’ve ever had. And the blow dry was so so beautiful. Thank you!
Fantastic experience: I went in to get my hair trimmed and colored for my wedding. All the staff were very friendly and my stylist did a great job making sure that I was happy with the result.
Fantastic experience: My visit was with Stephanie. She has cut my hair before and per usual she did an awesome job. I do have a lot of hair that’s very thick, and I’ve heard from some hairdressers that “it’s a nightmare” to handle my hair but for Stephanie, it’s a bit more like “bring it on” thing
Fantastic experience: First haircut in Seattle! Recently moved to the area and Bishop's was recommended by a friend. Mike did an excellent job giving me a long overdue trim and texturized ends for a refreshed, light feel. The appointment was quick ~30 minutes and very fair value. Will come back!
Negative experience: I went for a simple buzz cut with trimmer. I came home to find it was uneven and the trim around the ears poorly done. I had hair over my ears and one side of my head with different length cuts. I would not go again.
Fantastic experience: Stephanie is a great hairdresser! I got a perfect cut, exactly what I wanted:) The shop is clean, they ask you to wear a mask, and sanitize hands. I would definitely recommend Bishops.
Fantastic experience: Mike was kind, speedy, and gave a real nice head massage! Haha! I got a scalp treatment that smelled like a dream! My haircut was exactly what I asked for.
Fantastic experience: Eric was INCREDIBLE!! Talented, listened, quick, super genuine. Will DEFINITELY go back. Thank you so much for adding more joy to my Life!
Fantastic experience: Mike listens to you and makes sure he understands what you want. He is happy to answer questions as you try out new styles and carries conversation with ease. I was giving up hope I could find a professional haircut without enduring elitist attitude, but Mike is a pro and natural at conversation. When I leave I feel great about my cut and even better about the way I was treated!
Positive experience: They don’t have experience in handling Asian hair colors. They told me I have extremely thick hair which is simply not true - I’m about average in Asians. They use “semi-permanent” hair dyes which are basically just like color conditioners. (Overtone is even better!) These are are not able to color Asian hair as well as permanent hair dyes because the colors will not deposit on our hair texture. I ended up going to Bellevue to save my hair.
Fantastic experience: I went in for a quick front layered cut. Stephanie was amazing! She patiently listened to what I wanted and didn't push me into anything I wasn't too keen on. She didn't unnecessarily cut my hair too short - kept my length as is and still gave me a great look overall! I would totally recommend her!
Fantastic experience: Eric (my hair dresser) was really friendly and asked questions in detail about how I wanted the haircut to be at every step and explained things in detail as well. He did a great and comfortable job at cutting my hair!
Fantastic experience: Stephanie was fantastic. I've gone through a really, really rough year, and it was wonderful to be taken care of by someone who was an awesome human being and also who knows their stuff and took the time to educate me about my hair and how to style it. I wish hair grew faster so I could go back again soon to have them work their magic. Also, kudos to Bishops for your high safety standards during covid.
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