LakeShore Cuts
Information about LakeShore Cuts
60660, Chicago
Opening hours
- sunday: 9h-18h
- monday: 9h-19h
- tuesday: 9h-19h
- wednesday: 9h-19h
- thursday: 9h-19h
- friday: 9h-19h
- saturday: 9h-20h
LakeShore Cuts is a premier barbershop located in the vibrant Edgewater community of Chicago. We specialize in high-quality haircuts for men and kids, offering a diverse range of styles that include classic cuts, fades, beard trims, head shaves, and unique looks like mohawks and braids.
Additionally, we provide professional braiding services, including cornrows and box braids, addressing all your styling needs. Our experienced team of barbers is dedicated to delivering a personalized and inclusive experience, embracing the rich diversity of our clientele.
We proudly offer student discounts, making top-tier grooming accessible for everyone. Visit us today for exceptional service in a relaxing environment at affordable prices!
Our comment from BarberSpot about LakeShore Cuts:
LakeShore Cuts is a highly regarded neighborhood barbershop known for its friendly atmosphere and professional staff. Many customers praise the skilled barbers, particularly Santos, Alejandro, and Daniel, for their ability to deliver high-quality haircuts tailored to individual preferences. Notable highlights from user reviews include:
- Attention to Detail: Several patrons appreciate the precision with which the barbers execute cuts, often leaving them feeling sharp and confident.
- Welcoming Environment: The shop maintains a relaxed vibe, where clients feel comfortable and valued.
- Reasonable Prices: Customers often remark on the fair pricing for the high-quality services provided.
- Quick Service: Many visitors note the efficiency of the barbers without compromising on quality.
While the majority of reviews are positive, some customers have encountered issues with miscommunication regarding their styling preferences, particularly with more complex requests. However, the overall sentiment is that LakeShore Cuts is a fantastic place for a haircut, making it a recommended choice for both walk-ins and appointments.
LakeShore Cuts: Reviews
Fantastic experience: Best barber shop in the area, prices are very fair and the cuts are the best!
Negative experience: Went in for a beard trim, communicated that, and all of a sudden left with a full fade because the barber refused to admit they were making a mistake and just kept cutting my hair. Unfortunately this is the worst but not the first time there has been some kind of major miscommunication involving a cut here, so I won’t be coming back.
Fantastic experience: Great experience as always! I love Santos!
Fantastic experience: Showed Alejandro what I wanted and he did an amazing Job!
Fantastic experience: Great haircut to what I like and great friendly service. All stylist are excellent.
Fantastic experience: Great vibes, great cut. Super professional staff and friendly. 10 out of 10!
Fantastic experience: GREAT SPOT TO GO GET UR HAIRCUT THEY DO A AWESOME JOB.
Fantastic experience: Ive only been there a few times and had the same guy Daniel, great barber. If you got the chance I would say book an appointment with him.
Fantastic experience: Absolutely raving about Daniel. He actually listens—like, hears what you want and then elevates it. The beard trim was clean, intentional, and perfectly shaped. Daniel isn’t just cutting hair; he’s an artist with the clippers. Every line was precise, every detail thoughtful, and I walked out feeling sharp, confident, and very well taken care of. If you care about your beard (or your face), book Daniel. You’ll see the difference immediately.
Fantastic experience: Super friendly staff- ask for Alejandro.
Fantastic experience: Daniel gave me a great mid taper. The whole staff is friendly
Fantastic experience: Daniel did a phenomenal job taming my crazy hair. He did a high fade and made me presentable again!
Fantastic experience: Santos did a great job. The cut was clean, precise, and exactly what I asked for. Highly recommend!
Fantastic experience: Santos was great! Very communicative and did a great job
Fantastic experience: Daniel is the best! Always happy with my cut
Fantastic experience: Brian was amazing! Great location off Broadway, and from the looks of it, good amount of clients/barbers at the shop, felt like a family event
Fantastic experience: Great Service! By Danny, I look like a new man now!!!
Fantastic experience: I work across the street and my man Daniel cut my hair like he knew me for 15 years. Now he will know me another 15.
Fantastic experience: Alejandro clean cuts every time. Recommended. Daniel too
Fantastic experience: Daniel was great! Really nice work on my fade.
Fantastic experience: Daniel gave me a buzz cut and he was great. Everyone here is always really friendly and welcoming and it’s a great experience every time I come in
Fantastic experience: Daniel did an amazing job! Definitely coming back
Negative experience: I’ve been going here since June and I’ve come in about 3-4 times. Unfortunately the haircuts following my first visit simply aren’t what I communicated to the barber. I have short/medium curly hair that I style in a mullet. Simple, trim the top and shave the sides to the length I say. However I feel each time I receive a completely new haircut, despite me showing the same picture and saying the same things each time. This is frustrating as the very first time I visit he cut it perfectly. My most recent visit was the breaking point, as I fear my hair is lopsided and don’t match what I said at all. Even worse is that during my visit there was a very disgruntled old guy and his barber and him were yelling back and forth (tbh the barber had butchered the old guys hair, but the old guy didn’t really have much hair to work with so idk). My barber then proceeds to stop my haircut mid appointment and use the tools he was just using on my head, on the older fellow. When he finished with the old guy, he then uses those exact same tools on my hair. This is incredibly irresponsible as that is how you can share mite like lice, and in worse scenarios diseases transmitted from small scratches in the skin. I will be looking elsewhere for a barber, especially one that is actually confident and experienced cutting anything other than a fade. Edit: I called and asked days before my first visit which barber has the best experience with curly hair. All visits were performed by Juan, who is a very chill guy but can often be found sleeping before your appointment and you’ll have to wait for someone to wake him up.
Fantastic experience: Santos did an amazing job! Would recommend 100%
Fantastic experience: Brian did a great job. Recommend the beard trim.
Negative experience: Booked an appointment at 9:30am with a friend and only he got seen. We both said we had appts and who we were gonna be with. I sat there for 30 mins till they realized I had an appt too. I would have accepted the haircut they offered after but I question their quality if they can’t even pay attention to detail. They messed up my appt. They aren’t gonna have a chance to mess up my hair. Either way I’ll never find out bc I won’t be coming here ever.
Fantastic experience: Fast and reliable. Thank you Alejandro
Fantastic experience: Lakeshore Cuts is a fantastic neighborhood barbershop with a modern, laid-back vibe. Luis is excellent — he’s detailed, careful, and consistently delivers a great head shave and beard trim. He’s friendly, professional, and clearly takes pride in his work. The shop is conveniently located, online booking is super easy, and I can often book same day without any hassle. Prices are extremely reasonable for the quality you get. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a reliable barber in a relaxed, no-nonsense environment.
Fantastic experience: Alejandro did a great job asking me what I wanted and made sure I was happy with the result
Fantastic experience: Walked in for a cut they accepted me immediately. Super quick and stylish cut. Service was great. Will be coming back.
Fantastic experience: Santos is the man! One of the best cuts of my life. Dude just knows what he is doing.
Fantastic experience: Santos faded me up quick, smooth and clean definetly recommend santos for any fade
Fantastic experience: Got a really clean taper from Alejandro. He took his time and forsure put alot of attention to detail. Will be coming back
Fantastic experience: Alejandro was wonderful and did an excellent job with my cut. I asked for a longer style which they were happy to accommodate for and were attentive to what I asked for. Great price, friendly environment, great choice!
Positive experience: I appreciated the ease of booking a haircut here. Santos was great and I’ll be back in a few weeks for another fade.
Fantastic experience: I decided last minute to give this place a try and I could not have been happier with the cut I received. Alejandro gave me a good cut, trimmed my beard. I’ve already booked a follow up appointment
Fantastic experience: Alejandro was awesome to work with. Very talented
Fantastic experience: So far, I have been going to Lakeshore Cuts for a while and Santos is indeed the man!
Fantastic experience: Thanks you santos very much appreciate it and loved the haircut like always
Fantastic experience: Great service left feeling like a new person highly recommend
Fantastic experience: Santos great job You did. Thank You
Fantastic experience: Santos cut my hair. Very attentive to detail. Was exceedingly happy with my haircut. Will return.
Fantastic experience: Amazing haircut, ain’t going nowhere else but here for now on. Brian gave me exactly what I wanted!
Fantastic experience: Loving this new small business that just opened up in edgewater! Staff is super friendly and they have online bookings and walk in services. Santos gave me a great skin fade and is super easy to work with.
Fantastic experience: These guys are great. Went in super scraggly and not really know what to ask for. They were patient and offered some options and cleaned me up really well - the added beard trim was quick, too. Definitely returning.
Positive experience: I requested a specific fade style on the both sides, and I said it repeatedly, even had a interpreter for Santos to understand. But you can see in the picture how he done. He did good on my right side, I then said to not touch that style and to keep it. And I said him to do that style exactly on the other side. But then he without my knowledge changed that. Even after I said it's not what I requested, he tried to adjust it but he couldn't do what I requested and I lost hope. Overall pretty okay haircut, and not worth $40 I think.
Fantastic experience: Juan did an amazing job trimming my hair as I am trying to grow it out. The edges and expert low rise fade with clean lines look well-crafted. Highly recommend! Also I enjoy the cool beats while getting my hair done ♂️
Fantastic experience: Luis is fantastic. No chitchat which I appreciate! Not looking at his phone or other distractions. Focused on me! Always happy, professional, provides a comfortable atmosphere. An excellent hairstylist and gentlemen.
Fantastic experience: Santos doing amazing job. Highly recommended!
Fantastic experience: Great experience, great haircuts, definitely will go again. Thanks Santos for the great cut!
Fantastic experience: New spot had to check out in the area for a quick cleanup. Juan and both Alejandro did me right with a good razor shave lineup. More than reasonably priced
Fantastic experience: Walked in and got a fresh clean cut, no wait and I’m happy with my beard trim and cut. Good vibes in this spot. Barber was Alejandro.
Fantastic experience: I’ve been going here for a few weeks now and I have to say they are the best in the city. I’ve been to a lot of barbers and they are always in a rush with you but not Lakeshore Cuts they take there time with you and they actually listen to you on exactly what you want done with your hair. I always go and see Noel every 2 weeks. So I highly recommend this place. Give it a try you will see for yourself and continue going back. They take appointments and also do walk ins
Fantastic experience: Great haircut from Alejandro — exactly what I wanted! Lake Shore Cuts has a great vibe and friendly atmosphere.
Fantastic experience: Great experience—Santos does a great job. Highly recommend!
Fantastic experience: Got a haircut and beard trim. Looks great, and was done quick. Very convenient to set up the appointment and pay too. Would give 6 stars if I could.
Fantastic experience: First time walk-in. Great service, great barbershop. Alejandro cut my hair and I left happy with how I got done.
Fantastic experience: Great barber shop all the way around. Juan has consistently gave me great cuts every time, highly recommend him.
Fantastic experience: Great cut! Alejandro does an excellent job and super fast!
Fantastic experience: I had an excellent service with Ray and I strongly recommend him. I had long hair for almost 3 years and he did an awesome job
Fantastic experience: Juan always does a great job with my two younger boys! He is patient and very quick. They always look great!
Negative experience: Horrible haircut. The dresser didn’t understand what i wanted, he didn’t put any effort, and completed the haircut in 5 mins. This is the worst haircut i’ve ever heard. Non serious attitude
Fantastic experience: Took my 4 1/2 year old here for a haircut. He absolutely loved it, the staff was great and they did an amazing job! We will definitely be going back!
Negative experience: Went for a walk in and wasn’t greeted or acknowledged at all for over 10mins. Three men walked in after me and were all serviced individually.
Fantastic experience: Mr. Brian did a phenomenal job. Amazing work and professionalism. The crew is welcoming and helpful. Thank you. Prayers of peace and joy.
Fantastic experience: Finally a good barbershop in the heart of the Edgewater. Santos is always taking a good care of me.
Fantastic experience: I came in from Washington, DC needed a cut and a beard trim. Alejandro took care of me. 5 star service i highlight recommended this place.
Fantastic experience: Santos did an awesome job with my fade. Highly recommended!
Fantastic experience: Santos is the man, he knows his stuff absolutely, I’ve been looking for this kind of barber every where, someone that knows what works depending on your hair and head shape , he’s on point
Fantastic experience: Excellent! Santos was my barber and he did a very good job.
Negative experience: Terrible haircut. This is the worst haircut I’ve gotten in years and I’ve been all over the country. The barber didn’t know how to do a proper taper fade which is all I asked for. I asked him to blend in the taper fade because it looked terrible and he had no clue what that meant. I also asked him to not trim down any of my hair, just a taper. This guy literally cut down all of my hair in the back which took months to grow and unnecessary cut other areas soooo low. Worst haircut from Alejandro. He does not belong in a barbershop.
Fantastic experience: This was my first time getting a haircut at LakeShore Cuts, and I had a really positive experience. Welcoming staff, clean, and plenty of room for everybody. Alejandro cut my hair and I'm happy with the final product as well as the cost of the service. I would recommend others to use their services, and I will be coming back again to get my hair cut. Edit: I've been back a few times now and I continue to have good experiences here.
Fantastic experience: Santos was amazing and did a sharp fade and beard trim. Please was nice and friendly, will definitely be back!
Fantastic experience: Shout out to Santos. He is the best at cutting curly hair. I hadn't had a cut in months and he did it perfectly. Will definitely visit again.
Fantastic experience: Came in today first time not sure what to expect. Santos did a good job of cutting my hair, and heard me out on the specifics that I wanted. He even offered to let me come back in later to fix something I regretted choosing for my sideburns. Chill staff
Negative experience: Can’t recommend this place at all. I told Juan I wanted a trim and that I wanted to leave most of the length intact because I am growing it out. I even clarified more by saying I just wanted to clean up the edges and take some weight out of the back, but to leave as much hair as possible. Instead, he cut the sides very short and took more than 2 inches off the top. Then, he tried to skip the beard trim and wash I scheduled. I will not be returning.
Fantastic experience: Great spot — clean on the inside. Easy booking, barbers readily available. Luis did a fantastic job as well.
Fantastic experience: Super professional crowd, very knowledgeable and easy to work with. My man Alejandro hooked me up with short top high fade and a faded beard to a goatee. Left as a returning customer
Fantastic experience: I needed a last minute haircut before I went to visit family. I found Lakshore cuts online and saw the great reviews on Google. When I left I could see why! I was able to book an appointment that same day with Juan and I was seated right away. Juan took his time to make sure that my haircut was done right(which is what I appreciate, there's nothing worse than a barber rushing a haircut) when I was going to leave, I was informed that they would take care of my beard for only $5 more. It was worth it! I definitely found my new barber!
Fantastic experience: I was a walk in and was taken care of within 10 minutes. Santos took great care of me, Spanish speaking as well, very friendly! Would recommend
Fantastic experience: First time here and my son loved the cut from Juan.
Fantastic experience: Juan did a great job with my son’s and my haircut. The place is fun and kid-friendly. We had an appointment but looks like they acdept walk-ins too. Give them a try!
Fantastic experience: Excellent. If you want people who care about your hair but also about what you want, they will deliver precisely. Very clean and new, the vibes are immaculate, everyone here is so fun and chill, you likely will stay to talk or watch a game after. You will not regret it.
Fantastic experience: My boys were being very particular about the haircut they wanted. So glad I found Lakeshore cuts because it was exactly the kind of place they wanted to go to. Luis and Juan did an excellent job giving my boys the trendy hairstyle they wanted. It was my first time taking them to Lakeshore cuts and they said it’s the only place they wanted to go to from now on. The person who greeted us (I’m assuming the owner?) was so friendly and accommodating. Would absolutely recommend this place to anyone.
Fantastic experience: Had a great haircut from Santos! He was careful and precise yet efficient at the same time. And the music was
Fantastic experience: Great service. I went in for a traditional haircut and the session was about 30 minutes. Luis was focused and attentive to detail. I would recommend to a friend
Fantastic experience: Just visited this barbershop for the first time and I’m really glad I did. The vibe here is super welcoming. everyone’s friendly and it feels like a spot you could actually hang out at, not just rush in and out. Juan cut my hair and absolutely nailed it. He listened, took his time, and delivered exactly what I wanted. You can tell he takes pride in his work. Gabriel, the owner, was also great. he makes a point to connect with everyone and keeps the atmosphere relaxed. There’s a comfy couch, a pool table, and the whole place has a laid-back energy that makes it easy to chill while you wait or even stick around after your cut. Definitely coming back.
Fantastic experience: I had spotted this salon across from my neighborhood Whole Foods. Booked an appointment and arrived on time. Was greeted my the young professionals running the place. Alejandro cut my hair in under 30 minutes but this is hands down the best service I’ve received in the city. The got theirselves a repeat customer for sure. 100% recommend
Fantastic experience: Very friendly staff, good spot, Brian gave me perfect hair cut as i wanted! Definitely recommend it.
Fantastic experience: Brought my 8 year old with me and we both got haircuts. I also got a beard trim and my beard has never looked better thanks to Brian! My son got a fade and usually doesn’t want his hair buzzed at all but Luis and the owners were great with him and making sure he was comfortable. Very friendly people and there’s a comfy sofa, pool table, giant tv etc so you won’t be bored if there’s a wait. Highly recommend!!
Fantastic experience: Santos gave me a great cut. I haven’t had that much attention to detail in a haircut ever. I’m definitely coming back
Fantastic experience: First time customer but will definitely be returning. Great cut, vibes, and people! Brian did an awesome job and I highly recommend!
Fantastic experience: Great new place! Santos did a great job with my hair. He took his time and you could really tell he treated it like a work of art. I’ll definitely be returning!
Fantastic experience: Needed a cut last min & Alejandro hooked it up! My haircut came out fresh! Definitely recommend.
Fantastic experience: Juan gave me a fantastic cut and shave! Came in looking absolutely scruffy and came out quick and looking incredible. Would highly recommend.
Fantastic experience: I heard good things about this local barbershop, since I was within walking distance I figured I would go and take my son. Upon entering I was immediately greeted by one of the owners (Rafa) who was very welcoming and friendly. He asked what I was looking for and set me up with juan..my son got a low fade with graphics. Juan did a fantastic job...no complaints 2nd time visit was with my boyfriend who went for a blowout with a barber named Noel..he said he had a similar experience. No complaints with the haircut or level of skill. Overall yes i would recommend this barbershop..staff were friendly, they offered video games and toys for anyone waiting. Owners went out of there way to make u feel comfortable, prices are reasonable, very clean and trendy decor. What else you need.
Fantastic experience: Juan did an excellent job. The shop is very nice and clean, with plenty of light. I highly recommend coming here. My beard and hair look great. Gabe is very friendly and welcoming.
Fantastic experience: Santos has become my new go-to. Great fade. Quick but high quality. Reasonable price.
Fantastic experience: Brought my son in per a recommendation from my sister-in-law and was blown away with the quality of the cut! We had Noel and he honored a full scissor cut request and nailed the style! My son has longer hair and didn't want a traditional kids cut since he likes his longer hair style. Definitely coming back and glad they are in the neighborhood!
Fantastic experience: This was my second visit to LakeShore Cuts after shaving my head to begin a journey of regrowth. My barber, Brian, possesses skill and a keen eye, demonstrating true precision in his work. I always leave feeling confident!
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