John Ciesla Barber Shop

They have closed up here and moved. Bummed out because this was the best barbershop in the neighborhood

They closed because a wall of the building being constructed next door caved in on them when we had that windy day in August. I saw it on Channel 2 news. Apparently they will be reopening. Until then I miss the reasonably priced and precise haircuts.

Back in 3 – 4 Months is what I was told when I called the number in the window. They have temporarily moved to the location 3234 N Central (Belmont and Central Ave), 773−954−8571. The shop on Ashland just south of Division is gutted.
These barbers are the real deal, very good hair cuts and straight razor shaves at a reasonable price. No fluffy BS, just dapper cuts. Don’t expect to speak much English as the barbers speak mostly Polish but all are very nice and welcoming at the shop.
Let’s hope they make it back to the hood. These guys rock.

The place is «closed until further notice» according to the sign outside. The building is stripped and gutted on the interior so that most likely means a long, long time. I’m truly bummed about this.

Consistently good haircuts. No fancy setups, no accessory hair products and gels to sell you on the side, just an honest place that will cut your hair the way you want it.
Simple place you mighty miss if you walk by too quickly, go in and wait your turn. Half the place always has the lights off but the two older gentlemen work diligently. You tell them what you want and that’s what you’ll get. Be sure to communicate exactly what you want, it will improve your experience.

They’re not gonna work for prima donnas or those with very specific cut requests. It’s a series of clippers and detail. By that I mean they’ll cut single hairs to make it right — no kidding.
I wouldn’t go anywhere else. Been going since 2000, and haven’t stepped into another barber since my first visit. Great guys. Don’t expect styling and primping — it’s a barber shop not a salon!

I walked in looking pretty rough. Long unkempt hair on a balding head, beard totally out of control. Hairs cut, beard and stache trimmed, neck cleanly shaven with a straight razor. $ 21 bucks and 20 minutes later I left looking good. Well done gents. I was the only guy in there under the age of 60. Now that’s what I want in a barber shop.

I always hated getting haircuts but since moving to west town I look forward to coming to this old school barber. Great haircut every time at a great price. If. you’re a no fuss kind of. guy, this is the place.

Great spot. Old school white barbers. $ 15 for a great cut with straight razor.

This place is no bullshit and all business. It’s a bunch of old Polish Barbers that are experts in their craft. First time I went was about 3 months ago and have been going weekly/​biweekly since then. No need for that fancy schmancy salon or that camaraderie that you get in the younger shops, you get what you need and thats it here. What more can you ask for?!

Ok, so I’m biased (and may be forever) when it comes to rating barber shops. Back in Boston, I went to a place for 20 years starting with my first haircut as a youngin, and never went anywhere else. The place was run by old school dudes who knew how to cut hair.
With that said, I may have found a place in the Ukrainian Village neighborhood to stick with. My cut was definitely above average, not outstanding, but above average, way better than all the other places I’ve tried. It’s strictly business if you’re an English speaker, but I never mind resting my eyes while getting a cut. Price was good — $ 15 — which is nice because I always like to give a $ 5 tip for a good cut.
I’d definitely recommend it.

Man. Oldschool Ukranian Barbershops are the best. The old handsome man took his time (45 minutes) on a 5 minute haircut.
Sat in an oldschool chair, lathered properly with a hot towel, no small talk or gossip, no gangsters to look out for.
And you can tell his technique for cutting hair was proper. He actually used scissors and a comb to fade me up. One of the most peaceful mornings I’ve had in awhile. #go-​oldschool

Thorough. Good guys

I don’t know if I should be reviewing this place since I’ve never had even one hair cut off from my head here. However, my husband’s been a regular for years.
What I do know is that the old school chairs lined up against the wall are mighty comfy and the place is immaculate. My husband loves his cut and ‘stache trim, and I do agree that he looks mighty good to me.
The Polish radio station in the background reminds me of my Grandma’s house back when she was alive, yes this is the old Polish ‘hood, she lived a few short blocks away.
Cuts are 14 bucks now, not bad at all.

Great old school Barber shop. Done in less than 20 mins, no talking and cost next to nothing.
One of the best hair cuts I have had in a long time, will be back.

After reading all the feedback on Unilocal I decided to give this place a try. Great haircut and no wait. The place is very old school which is exactly how my barber shop should be.
They do a straight razor shave too which I’ll be trying next time.

BEST HAIRCUTS EVER.
These are just a few neighborhood guys who love to cut some hair. They may not strike up conversations on politics and current events, but you will leave with a pretty decent trim. I’ve yet to wait more than ten minutes to be seated in a chair and feel their prices are more than fair. I find some comfort coming here. Almost tranquil. Yes, tranquil. Keep it up Ciesla.

Be afraid… be very afraid.
I went in for a haircut after I couldn’t get in to my regular barbers because and I found this place on Unilocal.1 word review… AWFUL. I came in with a pretty conservative ‘do in need of a haircut. I came out looking like I was ready for basic training. They SCALPED me and they didn’t even do a terribly good job at that. My sideburns were chopped über short and even then, one came out a solid inch shorter than the other.
No joke, it’s the worst haircut I have ever had. EVER.
I’d recommend that you stay far away from this place if you’re looking for anything other than a very basic chop. And by chop, I mean scalping.
Incidentally, I’ve never written a review before, I just wanted to save others from the same mistake that I made.

What a quality haircut. For once, I was able to communicate with a barber exactly what I wanted to get out of my ‘do. And the price is right too.
I came as a walk-​in and as soon as I got in the door, there was a seat ready for me to get cut in. The establishment itself is a barber shop in every traditional sense of the word. The chairs recline back for you to get a nice single-​blade shave too!
The scenery is not to be overlooked either. Opposite the wall patrons face, by the entrance, there are two posters numbered like a Chinese menu with hairstyles of yore. Being election day, most of the barbers were chatting, although in a foreign language (polish?), every once in a while I could understand ‘Obama!’
This is a place where mustaches and beards go for some TLC. I could see my grandparents going here. And I would go with them for a trim. There’s a very good chance that I’ve found my (not exactly neighborhood) barber, and he loves him a hoagie.
As for the result, well have a look: