Golden Crown Barber Shop

Sai krishna

3 months ago

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I’m calling this a salon rather than a barbershop because my haircut involved no scissors at all—only a comb and trimmer. I waited close to 2 hours (Sunday rush) for my turn, and the actual haircut took about 10 minutes at most. I want to be clear that I’m not saying everyone here is like this—I’ve had good haircuts at this place in the past, which is why this experience stood out. I specifically mentioned that I had an interview the next day and was looking for a professional look, and I asked for suggestions. Unfortunately, no real guidance was provided—just options to choose from, followed by “it’s just preference.” I tried to explain the style I was aiming for, but I felt I couldn’t really get through. Overall, this visit felt rushed and lacked consultation, which was disappointing given my previous positive experiences here.

Michael Helvin (Mike Helvin)

3 months ago

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Been going here for a few years. Never had a bad cut. They're open 7 days a week which is a huge perk. Cam is my regular barber but literally everyone is good.

john kelly

Edited 7 months ago

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Poorly managed. Went in for the first time today. Every seat for a haircut was occupied and they had nobody manning the front desk. I looked for a number to take. There wasn't one. No barber said anything to me. Or if they did, I didn't hear it. I sit down and one guy comes in after me and looks at a clip board on the desk. I get up and one of the barbers tells him "Don't worry. I got you." When I read the paper, it says "Put in your phone number and don't wait." There were already several people waiting and the sign on the wall says "First come, first serve". I sit back down as the paper was filled with numbers and there was no room to write a number even if I wanted to. Another guy comes in and a barber says to him "Can you sign in please?" So now I realize in the span of 1 minute of being there I already now have 2 people ahead of me that came in AFTER me. The barber didn't say a damned thing when the guy was signing the paper "The guy behind you was in here first." Nor did anyone say "You have to sign in" the TWO times I went up to the desk. I'm not about to get in a confrontation with someone over a clipboard, so I left. First time in there, last time in there.

I H

8 months ago

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Only place my kids have been to get a haircut. Its my usual barbershop. Good group of barbers.

Melvin Legaux

9 months ago

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Great experience. I came in from out of town for orientation for a new job. I walked in and got an amazing beard trim. Great ambience and the Barber took his time and paid attention to detail!

James Semanko

Edited a year ago

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Has been my go to barber shop in Lake Forest for the last 10 years... Everyone here has a great attitude and know their business well. Add to that, the banter that goes on here constantly and the place reminds me of a group of best friends getting together just to have a good time... The barber work seems to be a bonus. Lol... Keep up the great work!

Christopher Garrett

Edited a year ago

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Not a good haircut. I've been going to Golden Crown for 5 years, and prior to today, I would have rated 4.5 or 5. I'm no longer living nearby but have still driven to go here. After today, I won't be going out of my way to come here. Today, I asked my barber for a 2 1/2 on the side, and they used a 1 1/2. The barber did not ask how much I wanted trimmed from the top. No question about whether I prefer squared or rounded on the back. No question about trimming my eyebrows. I practically felt non-existent as the barber chatted with the other barbers, paused for a few minutes to do a Google search for a game title, and even perused their phone while running the clippers against my head. I don't expect a chatty or exclusive conversation when I'm getting a haircut, but I do expect attention-to-detail. I should have said something, but the barber was new. I also respect the pronouns people choose to align with their identity. In this situation, it wasn't evident, and I didn't want my disappointment with the haircut experience to be misconstrued as related to the barber's gender. I simply paid, including a 20% tip, though I usually tip 30%. A day later and I realized the cut was even worse than initially thought. Now I'll be looking for a barber nearer to where I live.

LuiV

a year ago

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Great place and really good barbers, my go to is Cam

Ryan Ly

6 years ago

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Price and walk-in service is good. However, they are more into socializing with coworkers than making customers comfortable. I have heard them talking about customers in a negative way multiple times.

luke st. hilaire

8 years ago

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Been going to Golden Crown for years, had tried many other barber shops before and no one could match their quality, consistency, and price. i trusted them with the cut for my wedding, along with all my groomsmen, and everyone i️ recommend come here makes this their spot. just try it, and bring cash.