Waldo’s Barber Shop

Raymond takes care of my flattop, every 2 – 3 weeks, if I can get in there. He’s very precise and skilled. Have watched the other barbers work on their clients, and the place seems to just be a haven of skilled barbers/​stylists. Very happy with the quality of the work, and the friendliness of the people there. Will definitely spread the word.

Hector & Waldo #1!
Kinda price for what it is, but you’re gonna be getting some fly honeys afterwards with your new cut.

I’ve been going to their family for 10+ years when they were still at Hollywood Barber and Manny was still a little baby… Now he cuts my hair and is damn good at it. Waldo, Charlie, Manuel, Albert, and Myra have you coming in feeling like you’re family.
Make an appointment and prepare to be treated like royalty… A simple haircut turned salon treatment.
… Lots of attention to detail… Ask for Manny…

I’ve been going to Manny on and off for my haircuts for the past five or six years. He’s a dependable guy and will take great care of you. He really goes the extra mile when cutting hair. I must admit, he does take his time, so the trade off of time vs. quality of haircut is up to you. You can also go to any of the other barbers here and most of them work pretty quickly. I’ve previously gotten haircuts from four of them and never had issues, but Manny is my go to guy for my cuts. He’s also very skilled when it comes to shaving.

I thought they would fuck up my head but holy shit they did a hell of a job and cheaper than Rudy’s barber shop. I got a clean proper hair cut from these guys and I will be coming back again.

Let me add my voice to the chorus of praise for this place– & especially for Raymond. First met him– several years ago by chance, at a barber shop 1 ½ miles west of Waldo’s-on Hollywood Blvd. Followed him here– (Waldo’s has a more relaxed/​low key vibe) because
1) He listens
2) He’s very skilled & can cut your hair any way you want it.
3) He may make suggestions (rounded or squared– off in back/​more or less on sides/​top) that will improve upon whatever you walked in with).
4) He’s friendly & will put you at ease & chat if you want (or let you zone out if that’s your mood).
Prices are very reasonable– considering Raymond’s attention to detail– & ability to execute many different styles. He’s earned my trust– & if you give him a shot– I think you will be very happily surprised.

Good barbers but Hector needs to leave the NBA Finals.
Buenos barberos pero Hector necesita dejar los finales de basketball en la television
#Fallas #NoFallasParedes

I really like the price and the haircuts the barbers five here. It is always a quick wait. It is my regular barbershop that is quick and easy with a pretty food haircut.

As per many reviews on this page, ask for Raymond. It’s not a glitzy, hipster joint with matte black this and super retro that, but you will not get a better haircut for $ 20 in Hollywood.
I just moved to LA from London. I had the same barber in London for 20 years so trusting a new guy to cut my hair was tough but he pointed that out himself. Thankfully (not luckily, because he is very skilled), Raymond did and has continued to do an excellent job of cutting my hair. He’s also very personable and when (if) you chat to him, he’ll remember the conversation the next time.

Raymond has been EXCELLENT with every single haircut I’ve had done the past 2 years. I was sold the first cut. He is ON POINT and gives precision cuts, tight fades and is friendly too! I found him through Unilocal as well. So it was about time I leave him a review! Thanks Raymond!

Great barbers and everyone is super friendly. I usually have Ramon or Oswaldo cut my hair but from seeing the work of other barbers they are good as well. Prices are 20 dollars for adults — 17 for children and señor citizens. This shop has been here for years and its like landmark in east Hollywood.

I have been going to waldo ever since he was in the previous barber shop which is a block away from his own shop. He really is a good barber, takes his time, provides quick service, always has a chat with u, and best of all hes always in a good mood. Never have I seen him in a bad mood and never has he mest up my cut. Money well spend barber shop, & waldo is the best barber in Hollywood.
NOTE: to those of you that feel like its a competition for a cut or feel unrecognized/​invisible, be advised everyone is this barber goes by appointments. So if you walk in & the barber doesnt approach, most likely hes waiting for his client he has an appointment with. Otherwise it would of been first come first serve. Understand the rhythm in this barber shop before you judge wrong.

Every time a I walk out of this spot I feel like a new man! Great vibe great barbers and the lady barber give a really good cut too! Been coming to these guys for years and figured it time to leave a review.

Not a «Review» per se, but more of a comment. If a guy is in a barber shop, waiting too long, easy, either speak up, am I next? or get up and walk out. No Drama! and do not go back. … If a guy is going to a barber shop then he needs to pay attention to what the barber is doing. Have a conversation with the barber before the cut starts! A «Barber Shop» is not a «Salon». Paying $ 17. is not expensive. There are shops that still charge $ 10. go to one of those and take your chances! Go to a «Salon» where haircuts START at $ 25. — $ 50. One cannot go to a «barber shop» and expect «Salon» treatment. Quit the whining, the hair, and beard, will grow back in a few weeks. It is not like they slipped with a straight edge razor and you will be scarred for life!

THIS IS THE BEST BARBERSHOP IN TOWN!
Waldo is fabulous!
Anthony has been my barber for 20 years!
He is the best!
This is a real neighborhood Barbershop!
Worth every penny!

Sorry dudes. I wanted to like this place since my friends recommend it. But, This place epitomized everything I hate about going to a barbershop. It’s the whole song and dance of walking into a shop, being ignored by the barbers, having the other clients staring you down like it’s a competition to see who gets his hair cut first… just feeling like a second class citizen when I am about to drop a wad of cash for a service that really doesn’t cost much to provide.
I thought I would give this place a shot early on Saturday morning. There were only a couple guys waiting and three barbers, so things looked promising. But when I was up and a barber was free, I was ignored. He took off outside for who knows what. No matter… barber’s need to take breaks. But, say something like «I’ll be right with you.» Heck… at least say hello. He came back, went to the back for a while, then decided it was time to sweep the floor. The whole time I am sitting there like an idiot wondering what I’m supposed to do… stand up and slap him on the face and announce that I would like a hair cut? Then, another barber came in from what appeared to be a break. Still no greeting or anything. Then they all started chatting about something. I just felt like a moron sitting there being ignored.
Call me old fashioned, but a barbershop is a service oriented business. You say hello when someone walks into the shop. You say «We’ll be right with you.» If you see guys waiting and you are not ready, you say something. Something! These guys don’t even make eye contact. So, I start wondering is it because I’m white? Because, I don’t speak Spanish (actually I do)? because I have gray hair? What exactly am I doing wrong? I shouldn’t need to know a secret password to walking into a shop and get my hair cut in a reasonable amount of time. I have a lot to do. Saturday is my day off. I don’t want to spend it sitting and reading the news on my phone while barbers ignore me.
I had to put into perspective the fact that I am a customer with a pocket full of cash who is sitting and patiently waiting. If they don’t need me to run their business, I am not sure how they do it. I left. I won’t be back. Sorry, guys that was your one chance. I’ll just spend a few more bucks to go to Floyd’s and get my hair cut with a little dignity.

First time coming here and I gotta say, the place is spacious and clean looking. The parking is plentiful and banks are just literally walking distance. If you’re looking for a really good cut, look for Raymond. Followed him here from his old spot. Good guy that does a really good job, what else can you ask for? Just a tip, take his number down so you can just shoot him a text and he’ll make any arrangements at your own convenience. If you’ve got a busy schedule like me, he can accommodate you at the time of your preference, he’ll even cut for you as soon as you get there if you are that much of in a hurry.

The place has a very cool, classic barbershop sort of feel to it every time I’ve gone, I feel really taken care of they are very welcoming. I always get my haircut with Raymond he’s really great, he always does a clean job and knows what he is doing. If you’re in need of a barber check Raymond out he’ll take care of you. I strongly recommend.

This place is a pretty little spot. It’s tucked away on the north side of the plaza. Plenty of free parking which is awesome in LA and the guys are pretty friendly.
My barber’s name is Raymond. Super nice guy. It’s pretty tough to find a barber that you are comfortable with so I followed him from his last spot. Great with clippers and cleans you up with the straight edge razor when he’s done. Ask for Raymond the next time you go and he’ll hook you up.

They’re NOT closed. Their new phone # is 323−610−0006. Carlos does a great job. They’re open 10 – 6 M-​Th, 8 – 6 F&S, 10 – 5 Sun.

These guys are great. Always attentive to cutting your hair the way you want.