SkillS Barbershop
5336 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60656
Chicago, IL 60656
schedule Opening Hours
| Monday | 9 AM - 7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM - 7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM - 7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM - 7:30 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM - 7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM - 7:30 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM - 5 PM |
What People Mention
reviews Reviews (10)
Abdul Rasheed
a month ago
I had the worst haircut experience ever with this blonde hair guy. He completely ignored my instructions and When I tried to point out what went wrong, he got super defensive and saying me what’s your problem. Basically he’s totally unskilled.
Nino Chhangte
5 months ago
I’m a very regular customer here but yesterday which is tuesday october 14th i had the worst experience ever with the barber called himself venezuelan guy. He didn’t listen to my instruction and he just talked and he completely messedup my hair and he has so much of attitute when im trying to tell him that he did wrong he was so ready to argue and blast me out instead trying to make me look stupid and same thing happened month ago with my brother from the same barber. And when im about to leave i show him the receipt and he was on the phone again and didnt see after i left he called me back and asked if i paid for it…i shouldnt even tip him .. horrible experience. I came at least 2 times in a month but guess im not coming back anymore. Added to this the guy was very rough and it hurts when he cut my hair.
Amina Mohamadie
a year ago
I took my son for a haircut and specifically asked for a simple clean-up around his hair, which he did, but with noticeable frustration. At the end, I expected him to style my son’s hair a little, but instead, he just blew off the hair from his neck with a hairdryer and didn’t bother to properly dry his hair. Throughout the haircut, he was distracted, talking on his phone—even continuing the call while I was paying. The lack of professionalism and attention was disappointing.
Clinton Burgett
a year ago
My card got skimmed at their ATM and run for 5 or 6 transactions not even a day later. It's the only place I use my debit because they don't accept cash. The shop is extremely dirty, and while I know one guy there can cut pretty well, most of them will just chop you up and charge you 25 bucks for the privilege. I've never seen them clean their tools either so it's a gamble. I would avoid this place. I hope the good guy from Panama can find a better shop.
Owner's response
Hey Clinton , you been coming here for 3 years and never had a problem with any barber , and our machines are always clean that’s why you always came back to us and never broke out or had any skin problem , and about the ATM is not our machine, you can call us and will give you the AtM company number
Ehab Hilfiger
a year ago
I had a terrible experience at Skills Barbershop. The barber aggressively pushed his machine against my hair, causing discomfort. When I complained, the owner defended him instead of addressing my concerns. Shortly after, I developed a bacterial infection on my scalp, likely due to their dirty trimmers and equipment. This negligence is unacceptable. Avoid Skills Barbershop at all costs. They will ruin your hair and potentially expose you to infections.
Zach Horvath
2 years ago
Even though these guys charged me 30$ for a fade ( o on sides 2 on top ) , the light haired barber did give a good fade, no lines. He was careful and better yet I didn't leave w my head covered in hair as he cleaned me every other cut, so he did a fantastic job and that day I only had 30$ in my pocket so I felt bad I couldn't give him a tip as it was like said 30$ ( there was no sign inside denoting price of fade vs a regular hair cut nor anything outside warning me of the price as I probably wouldn't have entered
JUAN TAPIA
3 years ago
I Went for first time the other day customer service is good, was greeted as I walked in the door very friendly. But I agree with Faysal alharbi I was a walked in so I was not pawned off to anyone but I sat in that first chair also and it was the exact same experience from the moment I sat down. My cut was over in a blink of an eye my cut to also takes about 30min at least 25, I didn’t get barber’s name but it was the first chair (on the left as u walk in) but my cut was over like in 5 min… but I will go again and try a different Barber.
Faysal Alharbi
3 years ago
I hate writing bad reviews, but unfortunately had a pretty terrible experience here so I had to share. I Booked with CJ after reading reviews about his work. I walked in and CJ pawned me off to the first chair (George) because he wasn’t cutting hair today, even though he is available on Booksy. Okay, no biggie. I was urgently needing a cut and didn’t want to be rude so I accepted. I sat in the chair and asked for a low fade. He “finished” in literally 7 minutes. I was skeptical because I have thick hair and my fades usually take 30-40 minutes. Anyways, pics are included so you can decide for yourself on the quality of the cut. In my opinion, it was a very poor quality amateur haircut and a poor customer experience. On top of all this, I got charged $30 for 7 minutes of work. The haircuts are listed for $25 online. Again, this would not be a big deal if I got a decent cut and felt like he put some effort in.
Rainier Bigueras
5 years ago
I found CJ randomly testing barbershops 3-4 years ago. He was cutting at some other shop at the time. The moment he left I followed. He gives exceptional haircuts and I have gone through a lot of barbers. He is worth the wait and the price isn't bad either. He treats me like family and if you become a regular like myself. He will treat you the same. He gives you that 5 start treatment every time.
jeeby jeeb
5 years ago
Stumbled upon this shop today as I was running some errands. Let me start of by saying as soon as you step a foot inside the smell of the shop hits different. Very nice soothing smell with a very nice tastefully designed environment. This isn’t your local corner barbershop. This place is art. Besides that fact, the barber himself was an amazing artist behind pair of clippers with a mind full of experiences. He really gave me a skilled cut. I love this place it is my favorite shop honestly i felt so welcomed. Will be coming back soon!