Hi, I'm Ruben - the owner of East Village Barbershop. I have the best customers who come to my shop. They're not even my customers, they're my friends.
I've got my start in 1996 in Bayside, Queens and worked there for almost two decades before opening East Side Barbershop in 2013.
It was an interesting journey since I had my first job as a barber but still my specialty is just being me. I'm really good at what I do.
Read what my customers say about their East Village Barbershop experience.
"There are numerous barbershops and hair salons in the East Village, but I understood why the East Village Barbershop was so popular the second that I met Ruben, the owner. His charisma is infectious and his cheeky, humorous one-liners had me and the Manhattan Sideways photographer, Alex, grinning from the moment he began to speak."
“I can't thank God enough for allowing me to find a great barbershop as great as this one. I am extremely blessed beyond words. From top to botton, these guys are professional and fun to be around. They have jokes for days, LOL! I truly recommend this shop to anyone, because not only they are awesome individuals, they are surely talented individuals as well! Ruben the owner is a bit of a character but he's awesome and true artist at hand. If you want to look extra Sexy, you come here period.”
Yuriy T.
“Moved to NYC six months ago and was quite nervous to try a new barber. I had been going to the same barber in college for four years so the numerous options in the city were slightly overwhelming. I live in East Village and saw stellar reviews for East Village barber shop, mostly about the owner Ruben. I have been a customer ever since and I wouldn't go anywhere else in the city. Whether you get a cut by Ruben or any of the other barbers you will be satisfied every single time. The quality of their work is superb and environment at the shop is extremely enjoyable. If you're in the area I highly suggest going there.”
Philip R.
“I have tried every barber shop south of 14th street and have been a faithful and frequent customer for over 2 years. No other place compares to the quality, company and professionalism of Ruben and his barbers. The people at the EV Barbershop treat you like family! Would definitely recommend to everyone!”
Brian P.
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