Dogpatch Barber and Shave

Hands down the best barbershop in San Francisco! Chris has been cutting my hair for over a year and I never leave disappointed. His attention to detail is insane! You can tell he prides himself in his work. If you’re looking for a clean, professional haircut, this place is it! Tip: Plan ahead and make an appointment, they book up quickly but are super accommodating.

Best hair cut in San Francisco hands down. I will never get a hair cut any place else but here. The attention to detail is great and it’s absolutely worth the wait because they do get super busy make sure you book an appointment in advance. That atmosphere in the shop is super chill, all the barbers are cool and most def will make you feel comfortable. I’ve gotten my beard shaved also and I do recommend it.

These guys are the best. It’s a quality haircut that is worth the detour if you aren’t a Potrero Hill or Dogpatch regular. Street parking is a little tough but it’s easy to reach using transit. It is a nice group of hard working and talented barbers, you’re gonna look great!!!

Real good. Viktor is a real artist.

Victor did an amazing job! He is really talented and will cut your hair to perfection! Him and chris are really nice! Perfect place for a perfect cut

I can attribute three qualities to my ideal barber: someone who (1) is passionate about their craft, (2) aspires to become a great stylist as well as a barber, (3) has the confidence and technical skill set to take their craft to competition. I discovered today that Chris Eliares’ work clearly represents all three of these characteristics. For my first haircut, he worked with me to develop a new hairstyle. And even with the obstacles of cauliflower ear and a dime-​sized cyst, he navigated my hair with adept patience and precision. The final product? I can honestly say that he is, thus far, the best barber and stylist that I have met in SF.
Which begs the question: Why waste your money with those sad excuse for barbers who veil their insecurities behind pretentious displays and gaudy store fronts? Book your next appointment with a specialist who takes the work seriously. Someone not only with technical skills and years of experience, but tact and personality to give all of that meaning.

Got an amazing haircut with Vicktor. Probably my best haircut ever. He took the time to listen to what I wanted and then suggested a few things, started cutting… and checked in with me throughout the haircut. I’ve been to at least 10 other barber shops in the city, but this one is the best. A little hard to get to — but you won’t regret it, great shop, great ppl, and a great haircut.
If you need a haircut, check out my man Vicktor — he’ll hook you up with a great cut!

I had a great time at Dogpatch! Victor did a great job washing, blow drying and styling my hair! The location is super fun and the music selection is great. I really enjoyed the other staff members and would definitely recommend this place for guys and girls!

I’ve been coming to Dogpatch Barbers for the past year, the crew is helpful, knowledgeable, and always welcoming. My go to barber is Vic, he’s the man and keeps my hair looking great on a monthly basis. Definitely hit him up and check this spot out, it’s a hidden gem!

Effortless quality every time. Thank you to Chris, Cornelius, and Jan for always providing an authentic barbershop experience during every cut.
These guys take their time to make sure it’s done right Have a beer, while you enjoy your cut and shave.
Thanks Dogpatch Barber!

Found my new shop! Moving from the south bay it was tough finding a place to get cut. Barber shops usually have terrible customer service and barbers that can care less about your time. Dudes with inflated egos that I wouldn’t trust to cut my ex’s hair.
Not this place. Making a reservation was very simple. The shop itself is small but looks awesome. Very friendly and welcoming environment. They even had the Mayor Hawthorne station going which was a huge plus. Dudes working there are mad funny and had me cracking up. Not your basic small talk, they were definitely genuine guys.
Jan hooked me up and dude can cut. My hair was banging and I wasn’t sure what I wanted the final product to be. With little direction he got me more than ready for the weekend. Never been happier with a cut and can’t wait to return! Thank you guys!

I’ve had a buddy trim my hair for a long time, then a local barber that can’t be found anymore. I was looking for a local spot sort of close to work where I can get a new do and opened a bunch of links on Unilocal and found this spot. I booked an appointment (three weeks in advance). I love when things are done online and ends up going smoothly. Their appointment system is online and you can pick your barber on listed available time slots.
I showed up for my first appointment here this past week and Chris greeted me with a warm welcome. We chopped it up a bit and discovered that we both grew up here in the city and knew a ton of the same folks. Conversation aside, Chris nailed what I was going for. My hair isn’t quite long enough for what I’m trying to get to yet, but he cleaned me up and didn’t charge me full price for the cut. But this clean-​up would have been a standard haircut at any other location unless I’m an existing customer.
As we all know, reviews are a bit bipolar, as we write them when we receive either terrible or excellent service. I’ve already gotten compliments on my hair the past couple of days and when people notice, beyond oneself, then it’s probably pretty damned good. I seriously can’t be happier about the cleaned-​up results.
Thanks, Chris. I’ll see you soon, man! I’m going to book my next appointment now.

Always great service at this spot. Very talented people, you know that when you go here you are taken care of. I think i’ve found the very best barbers in the bay. Thanks for all your hard work guys

I just got a treat of getting the whole works done by Chris. Now my lady loves me more ! Full shave and trim, massage, it was grand. How many times in your life do you take the time to care for yourself? These folks are top class and will take care of you. While works baby; do it.

Received a cut from Jan last weekend. Wanted to go with a new style and showed him a classic pompadour cut. He didn’t flinch and took other queues about my sideburns and tapering it in the back.
Good conversation was flowing, the interesting thing is that this is the first barber shop that I can recall where mirrors are not in front of the patrons, so you can’t see in real time what they are working on. Double edged sword as it lets you relax and the barber focus on the style but if the barber is taking it to another level, you won’t have any time to butt in to say something.
Overall quite pleased with the cut, Jan also gave me the scoop on how different products will provide an overall appearance. This will be homebase for me here in SF.

First time at Cream today and very happy with the cut from Jan.
Now my «Go-​to» place

Thanks Chris for the Awesome Haircut you are truely an Artist. Love your new place and congratulations keep up the the great work

Cornelius (previously at barber lounge) is amazing. Always makes me look good and on top of it he’s a great guy.

Cream’s BarberShop is 100% class. Chris did an amazing job on my hair and was very personable, all around a top notch guy whom I could not recommend more highly. Nothing can boost a man’s confidence and put a little kick in his step like a fabulous haircut and some cool updated personal maintenence. I love it when you deal with smart people who are great communicators and good at what they do. The world would be a better place if everybody was talented, pleasant and competent like the staff at Cream BarberShop. The place is new and looking Amazing, I love love love the old barberstyle retail in 2014 that smells amazing and works! This place is a diamond find, you will love your new style. I personally got over a dozen complements the first day, Thanks Chris

Best place to get a fade. I’ve been coming to get lined up by Chris for about 2 years and it’s good to see he’s got his own spot.