Dave’s Barber Shop & Shaving Parlor

Old school, not rude, great cuts. A Barbour shop is not for women’s cuts normally and also not for hair gelato, curling irons or dye. So if you want a classic Barbour then Daves for you and you’ll get a great cut. It’s walk in only and cash so suck it up.

Gave this place one star because I had to. I was looking for a local barber shop to get my 4 year old sons haircut. I found the guy to be rude and not welcoming with that being said since customer service does go a long way to me I walked out. Best decision I made because then we met another local barber in town who was welcoming and went above and beyond my expectations! Will not be going back here at all! Do not know how this guy is still in business!

I don’t normally write reviews, but felt that I should after getting a hair cut earlier this week! Great hair cut and a good clean shave. What more could you ask for?! Classic barbershop feel. I’d recommend any day.

There are Unilocalers that seem to be confused as to what exactly a barber shop is. Here is a helpful description, as well as useful links to educate yourself. The word barber stems from the Latin word, barba, which means «beard.» The barber has one of the most ancient professional occupations still around to this day. Still, there is a bit of confusion about the differences between a barber and a cosmetologist. Barbers are trained specifically for men’s hair and facial hair. They are trained to work with straight razors used to shave faces, necks, and scalps. Only barbers are trained and licensed to use straight razors and to perform straight razor shaves in the state of California.
Dave’s Barber Shop & Shaving Parlor provides the best in men’s grooming & haircutting services.

«Worst customer service I have received in Benicia. Treated me like I was unwelcome simply for being a woman. Unless I was coming to get my sons cut done here, the owner had no problem rudely implying that I was unwelcome.»
***Update***
05÷29÷15:
«The owner of the shop later made aware to me his personal reason for not cutting the hair of those who identify as Female. He does have the right to refuse his business to any customer, including those who identify as Females.
I made the mistake of expecting that my hair could be cut at this location. I did not realize that it is not Custom for Barbershops to Only Typically cut the hair of those who identify as Male. My mistake was in presuming that my choice of hair style would be acceptable at this location. It is my personal preference to have my hair cut short.
I do have a male infant under my care (my son) and Lord knows my hair falling in his face is the last thing that I need to be worried about. However, I did not realize that my gender would be a problem with getting my hair cut at this location. I, alone, am at fault for presuming that this would be accepted anywhere. My request was a ‘fly in the ointment.’ I simply did not know.
My exchange with the person manning the shop could have been friendlier and more professional. That is now all I have to say.
Best wishes to this business and the business owner; I have no hard feelings.
Benicia is a nice, quaint little town; regardless of those who set up shop and how they conduct their business. This is ‘none of my business,’ if you know what I mean.»
Peace & Love to all who frequent here, or there.
Much Love,
Holly F.

mediocre haircut and really bad customer service. Dave wants to’ old school’ and if old school means being latently hostile to customers and not have an credit card machine than he has got it. tried him twice and his demeanor was no better.

Dave is legit, Runs an old school barber shop. Been a regular since January of 2014 and have never been disappointed.

Dave has always been a great Barber! Highly recommended!

Lousy barber shop. Long waits, basic no frills bowl style haircuts, and crappie service. It’s mostly a hangout for those whom aspire to be «cool». Take the glowing, defensive reviews with a grain of salt. There mostly from latent fan boys. I value my time and money too much to hang around this sub cultural glee club.

My wife got me a haircut/​shave gift certificate for Father’s Day and it was a great experience. Been going there ever since and same great haircut every time. Great attention to detail and fair prices!

I’m going to make this short because my time is valuable. This is an awesome barber shop and the guy that runs it has a great attitude. He’s always got customers waiting but he whips out the cuts fast and professional. it’s a barber shop not supercuts and if you want a super clean haircut this is the place to go. Don’t you want a barber like your dad or grandpa went to where the same guy worked there forever and he just knows how to cut your hair? This is that place! I got my haircut there and I’m already home! It’s a shame I don’t live closer but I’ll make the drive to get this clean of a haircut, and he don’t rush me while telling him how I want my cut. If your scared of tattoos then you might be intimidated by his arms LOL but who judges a book by the cover anymore? 60 percent of society has some form of «skin art» and is welcomed almost everywhere now. You should really just give it a try and if you don’t like it go elsewhere but, I think you won’t be disappointed. He does not take appointments it’s a first come first serve like most other Real barber shops. He gives you a card and stamps every time you get a cut. After the 9^th cut your 10^th is free!!! Go get a haircut and a shave, you won’t regret it. I support small businesses before I support a chain business.
This place has a really oldschool hot rod «those were the days» type feel!!!

This is a legit barber shop. Everything inside is super nice, the chairs are great and comfortable and it is a great experience. It looks and feels like an old school barber shop.
Also there is the coolest little bulldog puppy inside

My husband just got a haircut here this morning and will definitely be going back (he’s very picky and hardly ever happy with his haircuts so that’s saying a lot). I also happen to think he looks great! This was a great find!

I strolled in here in here for the first time on a Saturday afternoon. I sat down, told Dave what I wanted, and he delivered a perfect haircut in what seemed like 10 minutes. After the cut, Dave put some great smelling balms and salves on my neck and around the ears. I smelled like a champ for the rest of the day and rocked the hell outta my excellent cut.
Dave’s is definitely my new go-​to spot for a haircut. The place looks, smells, and feels like the old-​school shop my dad took me to as a kid (minus the big screen TV). Dave is super friendly and the price can’t be beat. I will be back again!

Dave rocks. He took the time to determine what I was going for, but was still quick about it, so the wait was short. My girlfriend says it’s the best haircut I’ve had in years. I’ll be a regular.

Finally an old school barber shop in Benicia! Dave is a great guy and excellent barber. Easy to park and walk in.

Barbershop that pays attention to detail: Straight razor lines and a hot towel to finish off a clean scissor cut.

Dave is awesome. This has been one of the best haircuts I’ve had by far. Clean, exact, precise AND has the mad skills to do a shave, too! I was referred by a friend and needed a good clean cut but with some style and this guy pulled it off. Plus, his name is Dave, too. So he can’t be all that bad. He’s got a great clean shop, big screen for the games and just a damn nice guy and very fair prices. Some other places should really take a look and see how it should be done. Best barber I’ve experienced in the Bay Area so far!
No appointments are taken, but if you even have to wait, you wouldn’t notice. It’s worth it. No cards are accepted, so bring cash, tip good and you’ll come out looking nice and sharp.

Finally! I’ve been waiting for someone who can actually cut around here. I’ve been living in benicia for over a year now, the places i’ve tried were an overpriced joke. I heard this place opened so i had to check it out. I’m glad i did. Dave is solid. The prices are what they should be, the overall experience is perfect. This is what a real barbershop should be like…
I won’t be going anywhere else as long as this guy is around. Thanks Dave.

I had a haircut and a shave. Since I hadn’t gone to Dave before, he made sure he understood the way I wanted my cut instead of just going for it and then showing me after the fact (unlike 2 or 3 local places). The shave was outstanding — at least as good as The Art of Shaving at less than half the cost. The shop is clean and well lit. Oh and bring cash; like many barber shops, plastic is not accepted.
I will most certainly be back.