Big Bend Barber Shop

Randy is the man! Since moving to St. Louis from Columbia last May, I had been desperately trying to find a decent/​good barber. Randy is an excellent barber with plenty of experience with all kinds of hair. The big thing is he knows how to cut MY hair the correct way. It’s very puffy and wavy but he knows how to cut it and make it look great every time I come in and get a high and tight. (Zero on the sides and back and cleaned up on top) I have yet to be disappointed with his expertise since I started going to him in July!
The only minute detail, that can be annoying to some is he really only does walk-​ins and sometimes he gets busy! So come early if you want a seat! But he’s still the best in town!

good cut and shave but pricey

Expect long wait times during mid-​afternoon, but also expect a quality cut for a very reasonable price. Randy and his glorious beard will treat you like the prince you are. Plus, the magazine selection is incredible!

I started coming here after reading the stellar reviews. Randy does give a nice haircut and is a nice guy. It seemed like every time I was there, though, he was complaining about late afternoon customers. I tried going on a Saturday morning and had to wait an hour. Randy said people line up before the door opens on Saturday, so if you don’t show up well before opening, you’re in for a long wait.
One day after work I raced across town to get there a half hour before closing, and he had already locked the door. That was the last straw. Sorry, no haircut is worth this much hassle to me. Randy should figure out when he wants to let in the last customer of the day, and list that as his closing time.
Edit 1÷5÷2016 (3 months later): I tried racing there again after work, got there about 4:40 — 50 minutes before he supposedly closes. Again he had the door locked. Looked like 3 other people were inside. It’s his prerogative to lock up at 4:15 or whenever, but then he should put that as his closing time. Claiming 5:30 as closing time is farcical.

That is the place to get a real mans haircut. Staff is experienced, polite & professional. If you are looking for a new barber. Try Big Bend Barber!

Randy is a solid dude. I came into town for a wedding and had gotten a haircut early in the week that wasn’t quite finished. Randy insisted to fix it up for free. Unbelievable. Randy took his time and gave me a really fresh cut. Randy is a great guy and delivers on his work. Go see him — and pay him!

Go here. Randy will set you straight. I was referred by a friend based on Randys beard trimming reputation and knowledge. 5 stars all the way, and he even recommended a great, cheap hair product to battle my fuzzy hair. I’ve since recommended him to a friend who relayed the same sentiment after getting a stellar haircut. Randy will look you in the eyes, give honest feedback from the heart, and teach you all grooming necessities your dad didn’t. No wonder there’s a line, his reputation is the real deal.

Best hair cut in St. Louis, in my opinion. I moved to St. Louis from LA and went through at least hairstylists and barbers before landing here. It’s safe to say I won’t be going elsewhere.

Went there for the first time. Randy was awesome. Price was great. Found my new barber.

Pros:
The guy is an old school type of barber. He uses his scissors more than the trimmer. This give a good quality finish touch.
This man knows what he is doing.
Quality work for less amount of money.
Cons:
Accepts only cash
Crazy waiting line haha

It is good place for awesome haircut) Randy is pro, he makes great cut for good price!

This was my first experience at a barber, and it was not a disappointment. I had to wait a bit to get in the chair, but was worth the wait! Randy was very personable, incredibly helpful, and obviously skillful. Once I hopped in the chair, I gave him a quick glance of a photo of what I was looking for and he was off to work. He worked precisely but quickly and I left very happy! I’ll be going back once my hair lengthens up to finish the look!

Great haircuts great experience.
Prior to visiting Randy at Big Bend Barber Shop I never had any loyalty to a haircut place (I call them hair cut places because they simply don’t stack up against Randy’s Barber Shop in service or barber shop experience). Big Bend Barber Shop is the only place I will go for a haircut.

The storefront is a little discrete and definitely hard to miss if you are unaware of its location. Once inside, it’s definitely a man’s shop due to the outdated decorations. The wait was about 25 – 30 minutes and he did 2 haircuts before me. Randy is conversational and does a good job and offered several styling tips, which were appreciated. He even did the straight razor neck cut, which felt nice. For $ 15 you cannot go wrong. The only issue is hours – if you work a 9 – 5 it can be hard to get here before closing M-​F.

I like this guy. He gives a great cut for a good price. He is knowledgeable about trending haircuts.

Got a cut here before a wedding. So fast and so good. This guy is a pro and cares how you look. Go here.

Randy is a great guy who just makes you feel like you’re his new best friend right when you sit in his chair. I came in not know what I wanted so I just told him to do what he wanted. The end result was great. It was exactly what the style currently is and it looked good. He’s a really personable guy and knows how to hold a conversation while he’s cutting your hair.
I walked in on a Thursday later afternoon and didn’t have any wait but within a minute of sitting down, three more guys showed up. So make sure you come either early or with enough time to expect a little wait. He cuts pretty fast though without sacrificing detail.
He’s owned this place for about 6 years – took it over from another guy who retired. He knows his clientele but he’s very welcome to new customers! I will definitely going back. $ 15. No more haircuts from my wife!

The barber here is knowledgable about hair, takes his time to ensure a quality cut and will share his tips for how to grow it out or style your new coiffure. Having tried higher end barber shops and salons here in St. Louis I think I have finally found «my place.»

Friendly and affordable barber worth stopping in for a quick cut.

Friendly and quick service. Don’t need to make an appointment — just make sure to show up before he closes, keeping in mind other people already waiting before you. Great value for a haircut or shave! ($ 13 – 14)