Dark Fader Barbershop

Fantastic experience: I got my daughters hair braided by Lydia , Like that part game cold and very quick daughter loves her hair

Fantastic experience: Got my haircut from Derek a few days ago. He did a great job. Him and the other barber there were both nice and friendly. Appreciate you for the cut ✝️

Fantastic experience: we loved lydia! she did an amazing job braiding!

Fantastic experience: Alexander cut my hair and was amazing. I love my design. I got a low taper and as a woman I wanted to keep it feminine and more natural. He over achieved. Thank you Alexander, I’ll be back in 3 weeks.

Fantastic experience: That man Alex is a superhero. I walked in white and he turned me into a light skinned king. My credit score dropped a little but im ready to holla at all the bubble booty boriquas. Holla at ya Boi! CHINCHILLA!

Fantastic experience: First time ever getting my braids, Lydia did such a great job and definitely deserves a lot of praise, Alex did a great job with a fade and lining me up after the braids were completed, extremely happy with everything!

Fantastic experience: Jonathan is the goat. Does an insane fade. Great attention to detail on his work

Fantastic experience: Aj cut my hair and was my best haircut I’ve gotten in a very long time. Super happy with the cut. Really talented barbers at this shop! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Fantastic experience: Lydia did an amazing work with the conrows! And I love the environment + the fact that they played some cool Nigerian music…now that’s a huge plus!!

Fantastic experience: I brought my son here for the first time and Alexander made it a great experience! He listened to what we wanted and did amazing on his haircut. My son loved it! Happy that We found our new barber!

Fantastic experience: Lex absolutely nailed it. I will be back for every cut.

Negative experience: Nice place but they over charge and they are not the best barbers..they are really rushy like let me breathe my Guy and they make u feel uncomfortable by some of there attitudes..like chillax...cut was ok, listening skills none,,,.. Sinking battleship

Fantastic experience: I won’t go anywhere else. All staff is friendly with an added bonus of playing good music. Derek always has me looking fresh when I walk out!

Fantastic experience: Vic gives the best haircuts! Definitely coming back!

Fantastic experience: Got a same day appointment. They were busy but fast and friendly. Wilson did my sons hair. He was patient, fast, and accurately cut my sons hair as I described. There was a mix of adults and kids. The place was clean and the price is fair. They did a great job with the service and handled the business exceptionally! We will be returning.

Fantastic experience: Alexander gave me such a clean fade. He was the only barber cutting at the time I went in, but the rush didn’t keep him from doing an amazing job and being very attentive and polite.

Fantastic experience: First timer at Dark Fader Barbershop! Amazing experience with my barber Alexander! Took his time to perfect my cut and also upgraded my usual style to the next level. Will definitely be making this spot my home base. Whole crew was hospitable and vibe of the place was IT!

Fantastic experience: Alexander is an incredible barber. Listens to you and is very detailed oriented. Great personality too!

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend this barber shop, Alex was the one that cut my hair easily the best barber I've had.

Fantastic experience: Alexander is the best 5/5. He is a master at his craft

Fantastic experience: Very good attention to detail and good conversations will definitely be coming back

Fantastic experience: Alexander is the GOAT! Very attentive to his client and cuts a fire fade.

Fantastic experience: Alexander best barber i have been to for sure! I had long hair down below my shoulders and he did a full transformation that was wild. Been coming ever sense.

Fantastic experience: Nano always does a great job with my sons cut

Fantastic experience: Jonathan is legit, he’ll get you whatever you need and takes his time with it.

Fantastic experience: Logan is honestly the best barber I’ve ever gone to. Even though he’s a full-time student, he still puts in the work and has top-tier knowledge for someone his age. You can tell he really studies his craft—he knows exactly how to work with different hair textures and how to shape a cut so it fits your face and grows out clean. He took his time with my curls, kept the volume looking natural, and still made everything look sharp and controlled. He’s hardworking, focused, and doesn’t rush anything. If you want someone who’s dedicated, talented, and actually cares about the end result, go to Logan. He gets it done every single time.

Fantastic experience: Great experience. Great haircut. They know what they're doing and can make conversation and not awkward. 10/10 recommend

Fantastic experience: Kind, had a great time plus the cut looked good. Would come back again

Fantastic experience: I came in with a complete mess and my man Alexander set me straight.

Fantastic experience: Alex was great, let him choose my cut and work his magic. He did not disappoint, definitely coming back!

Fantastic experience: Was looking for a new barber and glad to have found one here one of the best fades around

Fantastic experience: Gave up finding a new barber for years. Alexander does the best beards around.

Fantastic experience: Alexander was my barber. Dude was great ! Gave me exactly what I wanted. Asked questions to make sure he was getting the cut how I liked it. Good conversation and I’ll be back with my kid. Looking for a good fade hit him up.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been coming to Dark Fader for the past several months and have received nothing but excellent service. Alex always delivers high quality haircuts, asking for feedback throughout the process. Lydia is a skilled stylist and made my first time getting stitch braids a great experience. These two and the staff as a whole are very welcoming and I’d recommend them to anyone

Fantastic experience: Had a hair cut from Vic for me and my 3-years old son. Excellent work, good conversation and great with the little one.

Fantastic experience: Chy is great to work with, always gets exactly what I want done and takes his time with it. Definitely recommend

Fantastic experience: First time here, Alexander did a great job and was very social the entire and I would come back again!

Fantastic experience: The place is super friendly, clean, and professional. Alexander has helped me out a couple times and has given me some of my best haircuts yet! Highly recommend this place!

Fantastic experience: Alex always gives a great cut and makes me feel at home in the shop

Fantastic experience: Alexander does a great cut, great vibe. Would recommend to everyone

Fantastic experience: Alex is the Real deal. i promise yall got me Right (big ups)

Fantastic experience: Alex is the best barber I’ve had in a long time. Times running only cuts by Alex lol

Fantastic experience: I like this place for the vibes. I like the way Alexander cuts hair, but the other barbers are very good and dedicated too

Fantastic experience: Walked in for my first time at this shop and was immediately greeted by Alexander who did a great job fading me up and beard trim. Great customer service!

Fantastic experience: Alexander is Great!! Love the atmosphere in this place… It’s what keeps me coming back…

Fantastic experience: Make sure too book with chy he is the best !!! The best hair cut u can ever get .

Positive experience: Shop was clean, loved the barber work. Atmosphere was chill. I gave a 4 star because I booked a senior cut and was told it was for older people. Im a senior just don't look like it.

Fantastic experience: Alex is the man. Top notch service. Amazing fade. He suggested a hard part and I have received more compliments on this haircut than any other cut. If you are in town, check out Dark Fader.. you will not be disappointed. Thanks again Alex

Fantastic experience: Fire cut. Highly recommend everyone to ask for Alexander. He knows what he’s doing. He’ll take care of you.

Fantastic experience: Alexander was the best hands down he did a wonderful job really appreciate him ill be back very soon

Fantastic experience: Alexander had excellent service and was able to give me the best cut, I’ve bounced around barbershops for awhile and I’ll deff be back!

Fantastic experience: 10 out of 10! Alexander got me ready for big day! I’m looking good, I feel good!

Fantastic experience: Always a great haircut from Alex, definitely recommend

Fantastic experience: Fernando did such a good job with my son’s haircut. My son is on the spectrum and usually has a difficult time plus, some barbers say they know how to cut textured hair and don’t deliver, but I was really pleased with the way my son’s haircut turned out. Thank you, Fernando.

Fantastic experience: Sooo.... my cut flawless. The service...impeccable. The vibe...unmatched. J Alexander did his damn thing! I'll definitely be back

Fantastic experience: This place is great. Got my haircut from Chy a couple times and he does a great job. Pays good attention to detail and cuts my hair exactly how I want it. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Alex was great as always, solid cut every time.

Fantastic experience: Alexander Stayed late and took his time. Did an amazing job

Fantastic experience: For anyone that’s questioning about this place in general, I highly recommend you go here. Everyone who works here is awesome and just great people to talk to. Chy is MY MAN!! Always does me right and I’ve never doubted him from the minute he started working there . Outgoing to the fullest with him. Makes sure you get what you want and if you’re unsure of what you want he will give you a recommendation that he thinks will suit you best. To make a long story short, this place is the way to go for your cuts! NO DOUBT

Fantastic experience: Vic is amazing!!!! Faded up my son's hair and made it look exactly how he wanted. Also shaped up his beard!! We will be back!!

Fantastic experience: Nando does a great job every single time, fades designs everything. Great customer service, made a great impression and I will be returning.

Fantastic experience: Thank you for doing my brothers haircut you guys are awsome i will get my haircut there when i get 1 i love the place defenitly recomend

Fantastic experience: Been going to chy for a couple years now and the cuts never disappoint . Best barber In there for sure

Fantastic experience: Alexander at Dark Fader Barbershop is top-notch—professional, attentive, and consistently gives great cuts. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Chy has done my son's hair a few times now. He does a wonderful job with the current styles my son likes. He is personable and down to earth. He takes his time and always is smiling :) I highly recommend going to Chy!

Fantastic experience: I always get my cuts by Chy and he’s really consistent and knowledgeable. Super helpful and great service no complaints

Fantastic experience: Alexander did a great job with my low taper fade and making sure I was happy with my cut!

Fantastic experience: First time visiting the barbershop, I can honestly say it was a lovely experience. Alexander is my nephew's barber and he is very pleasant. If you make an appointment, you don’t wait. The 20 minutes drive, it is worth it. The entire staff is very nice. Specially Alexander. Jenn

Fantastic experience: I have been taking my grandson here for the last three months. From the minute I walk in I get greeted. They also have a comfortable waiting area. Alexander is my grandson's barber, who also speaks Spanish. I really do not mind driving 20 minutes for an amazing service. Website makes it easy to schedule appointment. The best experience Thank you, Marie

Fantastic experience: Nando did my cut this morning, did a great job. Highly recommend this spot!

Fantastic experience: Wow! Best haircut I've ever had in my life! Never knew I could look this good! Awesome group of Barbers too! 110% recommend. This place gained a customer for life!

Fantastic experience: Quality is what you get every time you stop by this barbershop. Ask for Chy, he will get you right every time. I recommend making an appointment.

Fantastic experience: Had an amazing experience Lydia braided my son’s hair he’s extremely tender headed and he sat there and didn’t even move. He feels so comfortable with her. This is our second time coming and I highly recommend going to her. She’s very kind very sweet. And knows what she’s doing and she’s extremely fast I’ll be coming to her on a regular!!!

Fantastic experience: I recently moved out here from California. Was lucky enough to walk into this Barbershop Alex and staff are nothing short of amazing and Professional 10/10

Fantastic experience: Alexander did a great job with my cut! Would definitely recommend

Fantastic experience: Alexander definitely has talent and patience. Been looking for a barber for 2 yrs now and finally found one that i can know will take care of my cut every time i go in. Highly recommend asking for Alexander.

Fantastic experience: I absolutely recommend this place, Alexander is extremely good and he is precise in his work, he makes sure to get it right and exatly how you want it!

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend this Place ! Barber Alexander did such an amazing job with my kids ! Supper patient and nice guy ! I’m usually very hesitant when it comes to my boys getting a hair cut bc they won’t stay still and they’ll cry but this Man made it happen ! Definitely recommend him , if I could give him more than a 5 star review I would ! Alexander if you happen to see this you definitely deserve employee of the Year ! After what my boys made you go through loll

Negative experience: the guy didn't know what he was doing my son is mixed and has 4a hair. the Barber told me he couldn't fade the back because he was young ok whatever then didn't cut his hair evenly. it was my son's birthday so I had to get in and out. definitely won't go there again. 40$ for a kids haircut ridiculous.

Fantastic experience: loved the vibe all around, my boy logan did me right and knew how what i wanted, definitely coming back again, would recommend

Fantastic experience: Logan gave me the best fade I’ve had. Very professional and great environment in the shop. Would recommend to anyone needing a new barber

Fantastic experience: Alexander did an excellent job! I’m retired from the Aerospace industry and I now hang with my 7 year old grandson. He said, hey Tata,I want a fade cut. He wanted a Shark on the left side of his head. With Alex’s artistic talent, he did just that. Very patient, very chill. I vibed to his music, being from LA, it was spot on. My grandson and I dubbed the cut, “ Shark Fader”! Manny G

Negative experience: Haircut looked so bad the other barbers were looking at it almost surprised I was going to walk out, and they let me. I haven't had a Haircut so bad in my life. Hairline push back about a good half inch. Big patches of hair missed on side and top.

Negative experience: Horrible experience with Logan, dude dropped a battery or blower or something on my head during the cut, ended up being extremely unsatisfied with my cut once he chopped off more than I wanted. Will definitely avoid this location from now on.

Fantastic experience: I had long hair for most of my late teen years and most of my 20’s. Well I moved from Oregon to Arizona when i was 29 and if you live in Arizona you know how hot it can get here. So I finally decided to part ways with my long hair; it had been like 11-12 years since i had short hair and i was nervous about who to go to to get what i wanted done. After reading many reviews and doing a ton of research i finally settled on Dark fader Barbershop and man im glad I went with them. Alexander did me right and listened very carefully to what I wanted and it came out exactly like i wanted it. Trust their process and you’ll wind up with exactly what you’re looking for! I highly recommend Alexander to anyone looking for something specific! Pics below!

Fantastic experience: Derek at the Tempe location is the absolute best! My son is always happy with the haircut. Crazy attention to detail. Great conversation, it’s always really fun to bring my son.

Fantastic experience: Logan did a great job on my nephews hair. I was so nervous taking him in as it was my first time but Logan made it smooth and effortless. I appreciate his recommendations. He was very nice and welcoming and made sure my nephew was as comfortable as possible. Highly recommended will definitely be back.

Fantastic experience: Logan is 100% legit. He put in a smooth fade then clean and reshaped my beard. This was my first time in and will definitely be back.

Fantastic experience: Darker faders barbershop in Mesa off baseline is on point with cleanliness, my barber -Vic is really good and knows exactly what he’s doing I highly recommend this shop and Vic if you want a real haircut

Fantastic experience: I’ve gotten my haircut with AJ a few times and he always gets it right. I appreciate the attention to detail he puts into every cut. From all the times I’ve been in there all the other barbers seem to get down as well.

Fantastic experience: Deven is *that* guy. PERIODT! The only one who’s ever gotten my 12-year-old son’s hair right — cowlick and all — and made it look effortless. He has a great memory, remembering us every time we come in and nails it! He’s quick, efficient, and personable, but don’t let the chill vibe fool you… the lineup is **1000% precision**. The shop is a great vibe, never had any do-overs, just clean, confident cuts every single time. Deven doesn’t cut hair — he creates confident young men with stellar cuts Highly recommend 1000/10

Fantastic experience: HIGHLY recommend Devon - Marlon & Vic mos def got me right when Devon was gone too. I moved to AZ 3yrs ago & it took forever to find a decent barber. I haven’t been to their other locations yet but the service and skill they got in there are unmatched - especially with Devon!

Fantastic experience: One of the best Barber shops I have been too. Alexander really took his time and love how my haircut turned out. If you are going to get a haircut here definitely ask for Alexander.

Fantastic experience: Ask for Alexander. He is a true professional. He goes above and beyond to get you a spot if it is busy. He’s willing to work late in order to give walk ins a cut. I have been cutting hair for years now and I have not been disappointed once since getting my haircuts here. The environment is great and you will get acknowledged by the staff as soon as you walk in. This place is an actual “BARBERSHOP” that gives precision fades/haircuts. Make sure you get the address correct there is a shop next to it that looks run down. That could be where some of these mixed reviews are coming from.

Negative experience: 2nd edit: haven’t heard from the establishment. Nothing from their end. Horrible service. I will not ever be back and hopefully you stay away too. If I could give 0 stars I would. EDIT: After washing out my hair I’ve come to edit this. My scalp is torn up! Super red and irritated. Friends of mine also did not hesitate to point out the uneven line up in the front. I’m taking my original 5 stars and reducing it to two. Deven was very personable. The reason I’m still saying maybe give it a shot. Hopefully they readjust blades or clean. Not sure what it was. Comfortable place and Deven was knowledgeable and let me know exactly what I asked for. Would definitely recommend giving this place a shot.

Fantastic experience: My dude got his hair cut here 2 weeks ago and Antonio who works on Wednesdays gave him a nice hair cut…he look really handsome Thank you

Fantastic experience: One of the best haircuts I’ve had in a long time. J.Alexander made sure he cut me up exactly how I wanted and took his time doing so. Highly recommend if you are looking for a new spot!

Negative experience: Went in for a cut from Ben that wasn’t too bad. Missed some hair around my ears. Service was ok shop was very plain and basic. Definitely needs some help with shop appearance. Tossed a few chairs and mirrors in a shop and opened doors. The biggest concern to me though was the barbers taking about making their own fake state licenses. Wow! When brought I the owner Marlins attention I was assured of racial profiling because of their race. Not the case by any means. State boards and licensing is in place for a reason I could care less of the ethnicity of the barber. Owner claims to Protect his brand…. Well sir running a shop with unlicensed barbers is not the way and screaming at your clients for being concerned is wild.

Fantastic experience: Just got another clean cut from my barber AJ — dude never misses. He’s consistent, detailed, and always makes sure you leave the chair looking sharp. Super chill vibes and real professional with his craft. If you’re looking for a barber who really knows what he’s doing, I highly recommend AJ!

Fantastic experience: If you’re going to dark fader you have to book with AJ!!! He made suggestions of what would be good for my hair and haircut and it came out better then I thought it would definetly only person I have cut my hair for now on