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Hi, Y’all!! Come visit our comfy new space and enjoy a chat while you wait!!

WE’RE OPEN:
Tuesdays 1–6pm 
Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays 9am–4pm
Saturday 9am–1pm
And Note: we’re are only taking bookings for Thursdays & Fridays

The Barbershop
North Amherst

35 Montague Road, No. Amherst

WALK ON IN – OR MAKE A BOOKING NOW!

WALK-IN PricES

Cut

Short back & sides, layered cuts, bowl cuts (what??) and mullets—you call the cut and we’ll make it look pretty!

$20

Senior’s Cut

We think our old folk deserve a discount. And they’ve got less hair to cut, right?

$17

Beard trim

You grow ’em, we trim ’em!

$10

APPOINTMENT (ONLINE BOOKING) PricES

Cut

$23

Senior’s Cut

$21

Beard trim

$10

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About Mindy

Hi, my name is Mindy Isabelle, I am the sole proprietor of this barbershop. The Barbershop has been women owned since 1974, founded by Mrs Vivian Maxon. We are located in north Amherst, aka: the “dirty hands” district, made up of a small community of working class people who were (somewhat) accepting of the diverse community growing around them.
I grew up in my great grandparents house a mile away. My brother and I would come and wait forever for his haircut, enjoying the toys and the banter!
The Barbershop was always filled with interesting people, a strong scent of Bay Rum and a solid sense of community. The often opinionated customers held forth with endearing wit.
The furniture was antique and the mirror was so large everyone could be seen. When Vivian visited her home, in Sweden, I learned to cut my brother hair and eventually earn the trust of his friends and cut their hair too (for $3!).
Can you see where the story is going?
Mrs Maxon was ready to retire in 2001 and found me cutting hair at the Amherst Barbershop where I had worked for 6 years. Then, with a hand-shake deal, I bought Mrs Maxon’s shop and have been here for almost 20 years now. I am proud to serve the community I grew up in and have kept the Barbershop just as I remember it. You will still find comfortable atmosphere, amazing people, great conversations and a strong community “scent” here – not to mention a great haircut.
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What people say…

“One of a kind barber shop. There are so many interesting things to look at and to do while waiting for your haircut. The owner is super nice and chill. Great spot for people of all ages!”

— Ben S, Sharon, MA

“One always learns something, getting one’s hair cut by Mindy. She is quite the community resource, and her shop is a great place for picking up on the news on the local neighborhoods and their people, while getting an expert haircut.”

— Martin W., Leverett MA

“Mindy is especially fabulous with small people. Plus you can get recommendations on where to find a plumber, who has the best pick-your-own berries, and which high school teams are the ones to watch. Mindy is a great conversationalist – her shop is a community hub, as well as the best place in town to get your hair cut!”

— Laurel D., Amherst MA

“Mindy is the best!  I was looking for a longer style and she figured out just what I wanted – even my wife liked it.”

— William K., Belchertown MA

“We’ve been seeing Mindy for years now, and this has got to be the friendliest place in Amherst. Our kids love this place. Timing is everything when it comes to a visit here –  sometimes the wait is long, but it’s worth it.”

— W.K., Amherst

“Mindy is a class act (read ‘fine, hometown girl’) who gives a great haircut. And catches you up on the local local news at the same time! Yes, I know I wrote local twice!”

— Tom H., Leverett

“Love this place. Always get a great cut.”

— Larry S., Belchertown

“Mindy is the best! Great haircut at a great price. I look forward to going to get my haircut. Cozy atmosphere and it’s on the bus route which is a plus. So glad I found a place to get my haircut when I moved to Sunderland. Highly recommend”

— X4A T., Sunderland

“Great lady. Knows her job, best barber I’ve come across in Amherst. Go there once, you’ll never go to other place. She takes time and I came out pretty satisfied.”

— Abhishek S., Amherst MA

“Mindy is a great barber and warm and welcoming to everyone. The Barber Shop is a community gem and institution.”

— Alfie A., Amherst MA

“Best haircut in Western Mass and I learn what’s happening in town!”

— John G., Amherst MA

“Mindy is a friendly talkative person who excels at giving haircut. With the ambience you will not at all feel that you are at a commercial place. Pay a visit and you will not regret.”

— Ravi K., Amherst MA

“Mindy is an excellent barber and will keep you entertained throughout the haircut. Highly recommended!”

— Kalpesh K., Amherst MA

“I take my two boys (5 & 3) to go see Mindy, they LOVE it! She has great patience for wild boys in her shop, and they love the threat of the dreaded wiggle pop, but in the end they sit still and let Mindy work her magic, we leave with them looking so very handsome, she is an incredible person, and an awesome barber!!!”

— Jamie W., Amherst MA

“I have been going to Mindy’s since I moved to Amherst 2 years ago. She is the best barber I have ever had in the US. Not only has she got excellent cutting skills, Mindy is also very friendly to her customers. I am not going to any other barber’s shop as long as I live here”

— QZ Hao, UMass, Amherst

“She by far has the most talented cut I have seen in this country.”

— Selman Ö, UMass, Amherst

“Great place. I would recommend Mindy’s ‘The Barber Shop’ to anyone. And I do!”

— Tom H., Amherst MA

The Barbershop
35 Montague Road, North Amherst, MA 01002

We’re just 50 yards from where the Florence Bank ATM used to be – right next to the Cozy Corner Laundry!

Walk-ins are welcome EVERY DAY we’re open.  Book an appointment for Thursdays and Fridays (booking cost is $4.00).