Comments on: Need a barbershop in Toronto

Question: Need a barbershop in Toronto

unSane — Fri, 10 Nov 2006 05:44:53 -0800

Who can point me at a good traditional barbershop in Toronto?

I need a haircut today or Monday and I like a traditional barbershop. You know the kind of thing... fading pictures on the wall, a bunch of old guys hanging out, three day old newspapers, a dog wandering around... TV on... the guy cuts your nose hair without asking... you specify a haircut with a number...

Unfortunately, every time I find one I like, it closes down. I hate the Russian roulette of finding a new one (had too many BAD haircuts from old guys whose equipment dates from the Korean war). So, what's your favorite neighbourhood barbershop?

(Extra points for location south of Dundas and east of Yonge)

By: jellicle

jellicle — Fri, 10 Nov 2006 06:00:21 -0800

There's a previous question on a similar subject.

By: unSane

unSane — Fri, 10 Nov 2006 06:02:57 -0800

All of those are on the westside or uptown, or are Salons. I'm really looking for something around Queen East.

By: dirtynumbangelboy

dirtynumbangelboy — Fri, 10 Nov 2006 06:52:52 -0800

Try the Danforth. There certainly used to be a bunch.

If you want a good and stylish cut, though, may I recommend Miranda? She's my stylist, does it in her house. She only uses razors, which prevent those awful line syou get when your hair grows out a bit. http://www.myspace.com/hairbymiranda

By: aquafiend

aquafiend — Fri, 10 Nov 2006 08:21:58 -0800

Camillo & Victor Barber Shop at avenue and dupont always did a good job for me back when I had short hair. I usually preferred Camillo (the older guy, without the vest). It fits your description exactly (except for the dog).

By: dobbs

dobbs — Fri, 10 Nov 2006 10:44:16 -0800

Dominic at 1991 Danforth just west of Woodbine might suit your needs. I forget the name of the shop but it's the only barber shop on that strip. He's the only one in the shop, though there are 3 chairs, but he does a fine job. He's been there decades.

No appointment. $12 for a cut, I believe. I can't remember what he charges for a shave. I think he's closed on Mondays.

By: dobbs

dobbs — Fri, 10 Nov 2006 10:45:10 -0800

Oh, and he closes at 6pm as well.