Upper Cuts Barber Shop

Whoever is giving these dudes one star needs to do one of two things: go back and get a haircut because I know you will change it to a five, or stop coming into the falls and ruining the good thing we have going. Nah mean?
Chris and Matt will give you the freshest tightest cuts East of Los Angeles. It’s the ultimate value in a rip-​off world. Not only do you get a shape up that will have your colleagues taking you seriously, clients closing deals, and women sending you «selfies» you also get a space to relax in for a few minutes. If you don’t end up laughing, sharing a story, or catching some «me» time you’re doing something wrong.
If you want a shop to answer their phone, there is a salon down the street that charges twice as much so they can pay a receptionist. Update: They take appointments after 12. Call the day of as early as possibly and book a slot. Don’t be late. Mornings are still walk-​ins. Saturdays are walk-​ins. If they don’t pick up, call back in a few.
Tell a friend or don’t if you want to keep wait times short, your call. Always tip your barber!

good work but they never have time for me. i have been denied time after time. with out any suggestion for an opening to return. they never pick up when you call either. good work dose not permit poor customer service. seems like expanding to new clients is not what these two guy have any interest in doing so keep that in mind.

And so I am writing this post because 90% of anyone looking to do anything anymore googles and reads these reviews first.
If you are a guy and you are in East Falls, this is your barber shop. The guys that work there are great; stiff upper lip, but funny to talk to. And egad — they do a great hair cut. They really give a damn that you look sharp before you head out the door.
Finally, other people have talked about their not answering the phone or taking reservations, but they actually just recently started a policy for taking same-​day appointments. Call early. I went in at one in the afternoon the other day and they were already booked through 4 or 5 o’clock that night. And there’s a reason: they know what they’re doing and they do it damn well.

Just got a cut for the first time. It was a fantastic cut and the straight razor was perfect. Defiantly will be returning.

Great cuts, great atmosphere. Been going here for years. You may have to wait a while at times because they are often busy but thats happens when you are real good at what you do. Real affordable too. I don’t even have to tell my barber (Matt) what I want him to do. He remembers me and knows me by name. Chris has also cut my hair on numerous occasions and gives a great cut as well.

This place gets one star because I have been trying to call them to schedule an appointment for well over two weeks now and guess what? They don’t have an active phone number. These days it’s hardly excusable to not have a website. It’s beyond inexcusable to not have a phone.

Definitely one of the best cuts I’ve ever had. This place isn’t close at all or convenient for me, but I still make the trip across town. The atmosphere here is instantly welcoming, which was the biggest factor for me in trying to find a new place to get my haircut after moving here. I started out with Matt, who done a good job overall, but after I kept coming in on his off days (Wednesdays), Chris has been my barber ever since and has definitely given me some if not the best fades I’ve ever had. Chris takes his time, has never rushed, and pays special attention to making sure my jacked up hairline is lined up correctly which everyone I’ve been to in the past hasn’t done.

Best fade in the game! I alway ask for Chris– the man is the best. Usually a wait so be prepared, but believe me, it is well worth it. $ 10, hot lather straight razor on the neck, man banter, and easily the best cut in the city– enough said…

Expect to wait, but the wait is well worth it. This place gives you old school treatment and you can be rest assured, the haircut you leave with, will look boss. Matt and Chris are the best at what they do, and it shows. Highly recommend!

One of the best haircuts I’ve ever gotten. The atmosphere is relaxed and the guys there do a great job not only cutting hair but talking up the crowd. And there is a crowd. Be prepared to wait, but if you’re lucky and there’s not too many people ahead of you … you won’t have any regrets.

Just found this spot. A real hidden gem. The guys will talk about anything and they actually take their time to cut your hair. Most places you hop in the chair and your out in 10 minutes. This one took at least a half hour (with straight razoring the neck). This isn’t a complaint, it was nice for someone to actually take time to give a quality cut. If you have to wait in line don’t worry, plenty of Playboy mags to read. Give this place a try.

This place is the best. I’ve been to a dozen barbershops around Philly. This place is by far the best. Not only are they super affordable, they understand all current hairstyles and the atmosphere is second to none. Full barbershop experience from the second you walk in the door.

Easily the best place to get a cut in the city. I’d plan to take a couple hours but the haircuts are excellent and well worth the wait. Do it.

I just moved to the East Falls area for school and am VERY PICKY about who cuts my hair. Read the good reviews here on Unilocal and gave these guys a try. I’m glad I did! I got an awesome haircut and definitely found my new place for the next few years. Both guys in there really seem to know what they’re doing. Go ahead, you’ll be glad you did.

I’ve been in the military for over 20 years, and have had lots of haircuts both good and bad. Uppercuts is one of the best haircuts I’ve ever received. Chris did a fantastic job!
This place is a hidden gem, literally. It took a minute to find because it blends in with the neighborhood that surrounds the shop. Once I looked closely I recognized the shop from the posted picture.
I learned that this location has had a barbershop since the 1940s. If you want a great barbershop haircut in a slice of Philly history, come on down to Uppercuts!

Dropped in for haircut after reading about this place on Unilocal.There were about five guys in front of me on a Saturday morning and it took a good two hours before I was out of there with a fresh cut. While the wait was a bit daunting the atmosphere was comfortable with leather couches, lots of guy to guy banter and very friendly clients and barbers. The haircut itself was great and very affordable. Definitely worth spending a few hours here relaxing and getting a good cut.

This is a good olé barber shop. It was my first time there and aside from a little wait (but I was lucky cause it gets busy on sats), great haircut and great guys. Reasonable prices considering location in relation to overpriced places in Manayunk that give bad haircuts. Definitely got a good thing going there. Get it in early.

The best.
I’m about as OCD as one can get about their hair. I hate when you’re in and out of a barber shop in 15 mins and the barber zips through your hair once and leaves your head looking like it got cut with a weed whacker. I used to get a haircut, pay then go home and clean it up myself with some trimmers… that bad. Granted, my hair is about as thick as it gets but appreciate the time Matt & Chris (only two I’ve ever had there) take to cut your hair and actually line up your sideburns, around your ears and hit your neck with a straight razor.
I’ve tried 10 places in the past 3 years trying to find a good place to go and now go here religiously.
Go here and don’t be surprised if you have to wait a few minutes to get your haircut, it’s worth it/

After only getting my haircut by female stylists since I can remember I decided to try an actual barber shop to bring some manliness back into getting a haircut. The first time I was here they were crazy busy but I decided to wait around and give it a go.
Best decision I have made to date. Not knowing a thing about how to direct a barber to cut my hair Chris worked with me and I walked out of there with the best haircut I’ve ever had. And a straight razor to shave my neck just sweetened the deal.
Now way I could get two My second time was with Matt. He remembered me only by my tattoo. And I came away with another fantastic haircut.
If you’re tired of stylists cutting your hair check these guys out.

Good service and a quality hair cut. The shop offers a comfortable atmosphere of a traditional barbershop. Hot towel shaves are available if you have the time. Matt the barber is quiet but professional. He will remember who you are and how you like your hair cut after only one visit.
Very fair price for quality service.