In The Cut

Terry and gene the owner are very good barbers. Two of the best barbers in San Diego hands down.

First time I stepped into this shop, I had just transferred from PCC so of course I didn’t know any of the barbers, let alone their experience but after graduating in July ’14… Lemme just update folks on my experiences based on the past couple of years.
If you are looking for a more specific/​personalized cut, then look for Jay (hilarious dude/​well-​spirited usually rocking a snapback/​fitted). Unlike barbers I have been to, Jay actually listens and cares about the type of cut you want or is trying to get so don’t hesitate to ask him just how exactly you want your cut because unlike typical barbers in So-​Cal, I truly believe Jay works for his $ while always showing love and generosity for his customers (majority are college/​hs students).
As far as pricing goes, when I first started going here it was $ 10 a fade/​taper/​fro-​hawk/​etc… but as the shop became much more popular, I believe the prices went up to $ 15, at least on weekends but regardless I always gave Jay at least $ 17-​$ 18 just because he always kept it real.
Again, based on my experiences… In the Cut is probably the only barbershop that is within striking distance of UCR campus which means this place can get packed quickly and early regardless if it is a Monday or a Friday however I have come to realized after going here for 1 – 2 years that the earlier (1030am-​ish) is better but that was because all of my classes were in the afternoon/​evenings.
P. S. tell them Ray, (short chinese dude that graduated from UCR) sent you lol.

Lee got me freaky fresh
kome get a fresh cut for the low
Tell em ready sent you
And they’ll hook u up 1hunnit
ibeen to a few shops
And this is the second barber
that actually gave me the cut
iaskd for so recommend u
kome threw and let em make u
feel brand new. swag.

chill, comfortable, and the owner and barber J is the best :) one of the very few barbers my husband trusts… and a visit here is always an excuse to eat at Templo del Sol (next door)

Like other people said it has a nice sportsy and old school feel to it and the people are pretty chill. It took a few passes to find it because of how small it was.
I walked up and saw a guy smoking outside and inside there were two others waiting for the barber. About ten minutes later the guy outside smoking came in and revealed himself to be the second barber. Maybe there was a good reason everyone was waiting for the first one (long dreads)
I told him to do I think a 5 on top and 3 on the side because I just wanted something to tide me over and I left with a 1 all around. Never again

In the cut is a great place to get a haircut Jay the owner is very nice and professional. The hair cuts are quick as well. They open at 10 am the one thing I feel they could use is a bigger sign to let others know what a great place they. have. I’ll definitely be goin
g back.

Got one of the worst haircuts in modern memory here. The environment is great, and the people are friendly. But if you want to look styling, I recommend going elsewhere.

This shop by far the best barber shop I’ve been to its great we have fun make jokes play Xbox listen to music whatever you want Jay makes you feel at home and he leaves you looking spiffy, and too clean and fresh he knows what he’s doing he has skills great atmostphere positive energy when you walk in the shop and JD the other barber will hook you up! He is dope and got mad skills too check it out you won’t regret it I know I found my barber by coming here

Go see Jay and get cleaned up!
In The Cut has a comfortable sports based theme. It’s very relaxed, and the people are friendly. It was like getting your hair cut while hanging out with the guys, everyone is talking sports, joking around, and a couple of guys are playing x-​box. On top of all this Jay knows what he’s doing and will have you looking good in no time. I will be making In The Cut a part of my routine from now on!