MiO's Designs Barbershop - Waikiki

1641 Kalākaua Ave #101
96826, Honolulu
+1808-260-9044

Opening hours

  • sunday: 9:30-19h
  • monday: 9:30-19h
  • tuesday: 9:30-19h
  • wednesday: 9:30-19h
  • thursday: 9:30-19h
  • friday: 9:30-19h
  • saturday: 9:30-19h

Welcome to MiO's Designs Barbershop, an iconic barbershop in Honolulu where dedication and artistry come together to offer you an unparalleled grooming experience. With over 11 years in the industry, we have been honored as the "Best Barbershop of the Year" in 2024 and 2025 by Business Rate, cementing our place as leaders in the field.

Our founder, Mio, arrived in the United States with just a pair of scissors and a dream. From her humble beginnings in a small village in Vietnam, she transformed her passion for hair cutting into a thriving business, where every haircut tells a story and every client is a friend. In 2025, we proudly achieved recognition as the #1 Barbershop in America, surpassing many of the nation's top shops, a true testament to the trust and support from our community.

At MiO's Designs Barbershop, we offer both men’s and women’s grooming services in a friendly and professional environment. Our barbers are skilled in providing precise cuts and modern styles, always incorporating techniques that showcase our rich Vietnamese culture and commitment to excellence.

Visit us at our Waikiki or Kalihi locations and find out why we are Honolulu’s most recommended barbershop. We appreciate our clients for their continued support and hope you become a part of our story.

Our comment from BarberSpot about MiO's Designs Barbershop - Waikiki:

MiO's Designs Barbershop in Waikiki has garnered praise from numerous customers for its exceptional service and skilled barbers. With a focus on attention to detail, many reviews highlight how the team takes their time to ensure every haircut is perfectly executed, leaving clients feeling refreshed and confident.

Highlights include:

  • Professional Staff: Barbers like Aaron, Chloe, and Nick have been commended for their friendly demeanor and expertise, making clients feel comfortable and valued.
  • Quality Haircuts: Customers consistently praise the flawless techniques used by the barbers, resulting in sharp fades, clean cuts, and precise styling.
  • Welcoming Atmosphere: Reviewers appreciate the positive vibes in the shop, noting that the environment is both clean and inviting for walk-in clients.

While some noted that prices can be on the higher side for standard haircuts, the general consensus is that the quality of the cuts and the overall experience is well worth it. MiO's Designs Barbershop is highly recommended for anyone seeking a top-notch haircut in Waikiki.

MiO's Designs Barbershop - Waikiki: Reviews

5/5 (200 Reviews)
J _ALBOS Published on Google 2 months ago

Fantastic experience: Thank you Mio! Awesome and very professional with attention to details. Definitely would come back again and again.

Jared Welling Published on Google 2 months ago

Fantastic experience: Aaron is amazing. Really took his time giving me a great cut with solid attention to detail. 5 stars!

Jagalune JAR Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Nick hooked me up with a clean cut today at Mio’s Designs Barbershop. He took his time, paid attention to the details, and made sure everything was even and sharp. The fade came out smooth and the lineup was on point. Good conversation, professional, and the shop had a solid vibe. Definitely coming back and I recommend booking with Nick if you want a quality cut.

J Alomar Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Fast service and excellent work. Absolutely made the kids feel comfortable with the process.

Brandon Casey Published on Google 3 months ago

Positive experience: Pretty good cut but a little pricey for a standard haircut

Daniel Westphal Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Aaron did a wonderful job! Really needed a good hair cut. Five stars!!

Cheenee Ramiro Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: I love this place! Mio is absolutely amazing — she always cuts my hair perfectly every time. She’s so consistent with her styling and really knows what works best for me. The service here is always top-notch. Highly recommend!

Matt Fitzgerald Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Chloe is an excellent Barbor who takes time and passion in all she does. Each cut and measure it meticulous. She’s the only one I would trust with my beautiful blond hair.

Mimi Trinh Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: I love it at Mio did my hair cut and color, so happy thank u MiO

Zach Morris Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Chloe was amazing! I really enjoyed our time together I would recommend her 100%

Nhung Bui Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: I love my haircuts by MiO. I got so many compliments

Zach Durham Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Fantastic first experience at Mios and very happy overall. Chloe was amazing!

Zachary Kane Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Haircuts with Aaron or Kanaloa will leave you looking nice and feeling confident! Thanks for chatting and being friendly the whole time, the haircut is awesome!

Nathan Cippele Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: I had the MiO experience as she was the one to trim me up. I look great, feel great. No complaints. Mahalo

Marc Salido Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Chloe was a refreshing professional. I needed someone to style my hair the way I wanted and she accomplished.im very hapoy with cut and beard trim. I will.return.

Dylan Wood Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Fantastic place. Chloe is an incredibly talented barber.

Peter Sarcauga (Pushin-Pete) Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Kanaloa did a great job on my haircut. He took his time and paid a lot of attention to detail. If I ever need a haircut when I come back to O’ahu, he’s the guy

Christian D. Van Norden Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Nick was super nice and fun to talk to and the fade was perfect definitely recommend!

brandon brazil Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: This cut is DIFFERENT. Sharp fade, perfect blend, lineup so crisp it looks edited. Attention to detail was crazy — no rushing, no missed spots, just straight precision. You can tell when someone actually takes pride in their craft. Nick 10/10

Del Mackey Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Excellent service and excellent work. Walked in without an appointment but was seen very quickly. They checked with me on my request and made sure we were all on the same page for what I wanted done (cut, color, and style). Will definitely be back

Chu Lê Minh Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Beautiful haircut!! Got my hair done by Mio herself!!! She’s so good with her crafts!!

Tyler Takamiya Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Really friendly great service from Kanaloa! First time in the shop today. Will be back.

Keoni Cabrera Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Spencer is a Chill guy. I would definitely recommend for those going to Mio’s Barber for the first time.

Kc Sanchez Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: I got a medium taper fade from Spencer, it was immaculate.

JP Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Aaron was amazing. Ask for him! Very talented!

Dominic Gonzales Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: New location, different barbers, same quality of cuts. Thanks Aaron!

Christopher Vargas Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Traveling for work and needed a fresh cut bad. Chloe was able to hook me up as a walk in. Her keen eye and attention to detail was on point. My boss and coworkers also gave me props. Thanks Chloe would definitely recommend her!

Jaimes Nichols Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Chloe absolutely rocked my cut and gave me a solid shaving experience!

Marc Cooper Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: My guy Jordan hooked me up nice. I walked outside with this taper fade and was immediately attacked by more women than I could handle. Becareful being out here looking this good is hazardous to your health.

Xueqi He Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: The technology is excellent, the design is stylish, and I really like it.

Mike Davis Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Kana was awesome best beard trimmer on the island

Vega Ramlochan Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Mio did a great job with my hair cut! She listened to what I wanted and got the job done in a timely manner

Charl'ette Aileen Pua'nani Kea'loha (Charlie) Published on Google 4 months ago

Negative experience: Monday was a holiday and I had No Clue it was. I have SHORT hair I needed to find where Google maps pin the barbers nearest to me. I did find out that 1 didn't come up on the phone screen Yet they were open. Around Bethel & Beretania. I called this store instead of the 1 in Kalihi. Customer Service on the phone, none! 2 same companies, Waikiki and Kalihi. The girl who answered the phone and who ever is the manager needs to retain her and English is not the 1st language. She told me to go Kalihi store and I asked her " please can I have the number"? What number she asked. Right there I asked for her name? She didn't understand why? I again asked for the Kalihi number and SAME company and She tells me that she doesn't have it? You have to have it! It's the same company how can You Not know OR have it on a list for you to see? I hung up! She didn't get it of the reasoning for being prepared. This place is in Waikiki, and NOT ment for me.

Mac Willyander Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Chloes touch is godly! Def recommend her for coloring and trimming.

Rylen Akana-Tokoro Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: First time trying MiO’s Design barbershop. Super good work from Aaron, asked for a textured fringe with mid taper and did a 10/10 job. Definitely coming back at least once a month.

Danny ibrahim Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Our hair was done perfectly and up to standard. We had a female haircut and a men’s haircut. Service is very good and we were served immediately as a walk-in.

Zaijhin Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Been going to Aaron for quite some time and he is a true artist at his work. One of my favorite barbers I’ve had and will keep going back to him.

Brandon Mora Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Nick was awesome. I’ve been getting fades all my life and hands down Nick is top tier. I’ll be a new client for sure.

John Bigornia Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Haircut was top quality. 100% recommend.

ykzayden Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: kana is best at cutting hair , 100% would recommend

Jon Valera Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Sonny was great! Very detailed and took the time!!! I’ll be back for sure!

Mae Rose Cayabyab Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Thank you Mio for giving me a mommy makeover. She did a great job styling my hair. See you again next time!

Lance Collie Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Chloe gave me exactly what I needed even thought it never good at describing the haircut I need.

G Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Aaron did an excellent job! I haven’t had a haircut in 5 years and his tremendous skills transformed my hair with the perfect cut. Thank you Aaron and to the whole team at Mio’s!!

Andy Emslie Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Great haircut! They’re friendly with great attention to detail. Ask for Kanaloa, I trust him with my style!

Chase Kanemura Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: I work as a teacher, so when it is time to cut my hair my students will let me know. They will ALSO, BRUTALLY, let me know if that haircut is terrible afterward. They WILL roast me into next week. However, my barber Kanaloa at MiO's? He's brilliant. The fade cut he gave me is immaculate. Just the lengths I was looking for (and not too close to the skin). Kept the curls on the top of my head manageable without completely cutting them down. 10/10 am going again in the next couple of months when my hair inevitably becomes a thick, matted mess again.

April Neal Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Mio gave me a one of the best cuts I’ve ever received. I was a little nervous about going to barbershop for a women’s haircut but it did not disappoint. My husband also got a cut and shave and it came out better than his trusted barber back home. We both have curl complex hair that other have struggled with. Thank you!!!

tyler ross Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: I usually stay loyal to my barber back where I live but I was on vacation here in Hawaii and needed a men’s haircut badly so I chose Chloe at Mios Design Barbershop on Waikiki and I must say she did an exceptional job cutting my hair exactly how I asked. I’d easily come back and see her again next trip

Diego Guerra Orozco Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: There was a guy people call the “white boy” who gave me a great haircut and he’s very nice

Patrisse Frias Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Mio will take good care of your hair! It’s my first haircut in Hawaii and she definitely did not disappoint. Thanks Mio!

Jeremy Silva Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Chloe did a good job on my hair. Took her time and ask questions to make sure it was right. I will be definitely going back to her

Nguyễn Việt Khánh Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: One of the best barber shops in the area. Clean space, professional service, and great haircut.

Hieu Thai Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Outstanding haircut! I really like low drop fade and detailed work on the fade. Great work thank you!

Steve Taijeron Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Hanaloa was amazing. Great customer service. I finally found a baber who knew exactly how I wanted my hair done... thanks

Dante Biase Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: First time. The other reviews say it all. Kanaloa was my pick. Down to Earth Barber who refuses to miss a single detail. Exactly what you want.

Sheila Walker Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Showed pic Jordan delivered exactly what we wanted we are very pleased with haircut thank you

michael lozano Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Son and I got another cut from Jorden, second time seeing him. On point as usual. ‍♂️

Alana Wilson Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Mio was professional, efficient, and exceptionally kind throughout my experience. She went above and beyond to ensure I felt confident and polished for work. She is truly my go-to stylist, and I consistently leave feeling my best. Highly recommend.

Cade -o Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Did a walk in and got seated within 10 minutes. Aaron did a solid job with my cut. He paid attention to detail and made sure I walked out fresh as hell. Great price for a barber too

Rina Shimizu Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: My barber was very attentive and did a great job

Hikina Kini Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Awesome staff, very friendly and polite. Haircut was flawless and feels great

Brandon Olszewski Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Clean professional and stylish. Chloe did an excellent job on my wife's hair.

Rayeemon _ Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: 10/10 cool place first time there wasn't a wait. Aaron did a great job! They even take credit card! Would come back

kalai Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: I was on the island for vacation and needed a haircut for a photo shoot and Aaron did not disappoint 10/10 would definitely recommend his services took his time and made sure I was satisfied

Donald Published on Google 4 months ago

Negative experience: Barber did not follow what I asked for when I provided a reference pic, asked to keep hair long and cuts it short anyway and fades it.

Dorie Heirakuji Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Aaron is a great barber! He is very professional and always gives my son quality haircuts. My son describes him as very easy going and easy to talk to. Overall a great experience.

Ardalan Zom Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Thank you Nick for giving me such a stunning haircut. I’m honestly so impressed that it’s beyond words. I wish you the best.

Blake Mason Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Best haircut I’ve had in a long time. Amazing service!!

Jim Maliksi Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: I badly needed a haircut while in Honolulu and luckily found Mio’s, which had an available same-day appointment. Aaron cut my hair, and I was very impressed with the outcome. He’s professional and understands my hair very well. If I lived in Honolulu, I’d be sure to see him every three weeks for a haircut.

Abigail Bautista Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: I love going here, staff are always friendly and Mio has been doing my hair many times. Love her work, highly recommend

Zachary Jara Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: easy area to find... works fast does fantastic job at a reasonable price... definetly reccomend to family and friends

RJ Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Visiting from Maui and needed a quick cut so I decided to choose Mio’s. Aaron did a fantastic job with my hair got me feeling confident again. My wife will definitely not let me go out for a week . Thank you Mio’s Designs Barbershop

Shaarav Sharma Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Had an amazing haircut with Mio definitely recommend if you’re in waikiki

Sina Vodjdani Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Really helpful and patient with my four year old- that was moving constantly. Will come again. Friendly staff, clean barber shop with direct parking out front.

Trenton Kosciolek Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Kanaloa did a great fade. Friendly and efficient service. Clean and nice shop. Good vibes. Will be back!

Kevin Tran Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Owner/Barber was very friendly and professional. The shop was clean and there were ample parking in the front. Hair washing was a plus. Highly recommended.

levi colby Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Aaron is my barber and he always does a great job. 10/10

Mia Lo Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Took my bf to get his hair done. Choose this place cause it seems nice and clean . It turned out to be great! I think it's a really good price for such precise haircut! He even helped cut his side burns and cut his mustache!

Sky Pierce Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Had a great haircut/beard trim experience with Mio and will definitely be back. Mahalo!

Lionel Loh Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Aaron does not disappoint when it comes to attention to details, keep up the awesome work!

Wesley Espana Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: I had an amazing experience with Mio. I made an appointment with her to get a soft curl perm. She did an amazing job, and I love the perm. She understood what I was asking for and what I wanted. Afterwards she cut my hair to fit the new perm. Overall an amazing haircut and I would betray my current barber and come to her again to get my haircut..

Kyree Leggett Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Spencer was super helpful and my kid loved every second of his haircut!

Daniel Camargo Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: I had a great experience! Aaron did excellent job! He take care of the details!

John Casillas Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Got a quick fade and razor lineup from my boy Aaron today. Very friendly service and hardly any wait for a walk in. I’m in town for work and I think I already found my new home Barbershop !!

Shawon Akanda Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Great service. Aaron was detail oriented, professional, and took his time. The owner is also very sweet, her name is MiO. Super friendly and welcoming. Def will be back!

Alexzandra McGowan Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: I was in search of a new Barber and found MiO’s on Instagram. I booked with Kayla simply because she was a girl and women Barbers are cool but she was unavailable. Aaron, took me as soon as I walked in. I showed him what my hair normally looks like on a video, he listened, took his time, and showed amazing attention to detail. I liked the vibe of the shop. Great music. Got to meet Nick, MiO’s husband and I will definitely be returning.

Dakotah Gostynski Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Kanaloa is the man! Easy experience getting an appointment online, friendly staff, and plenty of parking in the back of the building. Showed Kana a pic of what I wanted and explained what restrictions I had for my hair for work. It turned out exactly how I wanted! Will be rescheduling for the future.

Lyman-George Nauahi Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Mahalo Mio’s Designs Barbershop Clean cut and great service from Aaron. Highly recommend!

Diego L. Ramirez Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Spencer did A Great Job cutting my hair. I left with a big smile, thank you Greatly Spencer.

Pump Gains1 Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: The best haircut in my life! Aaron had a vision for my hair and went with it. Im so glad he did! Im changing barbershops to It's Designs Barbershop! Thanks Aaron!!!

Alejandro Torres Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Loved the haircut!! Here for work so wanted to walk into a place and just get a good cut and I was pleasantly surprised with a GREAT CUT!!

Nepan Suta Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Nick has been my barber for about 7 years now. Trust my guy with getting me right all the time. You get a cut and a hair wash with their service. Must check it out! You won’t regret! Worth my money

Dick Chez Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Shout out Aaron, mean cuts and funny dude. If you're in town or looking for a new barber I recommend it!

Rob E Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: First time coming to MiO’s Designs and I am so happy with my haircut. Spencer is the stylist who worked his magic. He was very personable. Easy to talk to and made me feel very comfortable in his chair. I like that he used his scissor skills more than the buzz cut most stylists do. I would highly recommend MiO’s Designs and of course Spencer for his awesome skills. Ten out of ten!

hugo gutierrez Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: I just had a haircut from Nick. Great guy and amazing haircut. Extremely happy with the work he did.

Hiapo Chun Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Usually I go to a different hair cutting place but after the same routine, I decided I wanted to find someone who will care about what I am looking to do with my hair more than just doing a job. My wife recommended to go to MIOS DESIGNS BARBERSHOP WAIKIKI. Being older, I wanted a style that didn’t make me look like I’m trying to be young, but give me a refined younger look. Spencer asked questions and even recommended a fade that will blend into the cut that gave me a look I hoped for. He took his time in designing my haircut and style and I walked out of there feeling more confident. I highly recommend him. Thanks Spencer.

Adrian Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Aaron gave me a great cut. He listened to what I wanted, cleaned up my hair really nicely, and didn’t rush at all. Super chill, professional, and I walked out feeling fresh. Definitely recommend booking with him.

Charl Arren Jo Balala Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: My barber was Nick and he gave me a quick and fast experience. The outcome came out really good.

Phát Nguyễn Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Excellent service from start to finish. The barber worked carefully and paid attention to every detail, making sure the haircut matched exactly what I described. The atmosphere is welcoming, and the staff are genuinely kind. A reliable place for a clean and stylish haircut.

Dennis Bogoslavets Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Kannna was great, would cut my hair here again. Overall great experience.

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