Barbers on Mercer Street since 2011

Obsidian
Barber Co.

Three chairs, sharp scissors, no rush. Walk out looking like you meant it.

We cut hair. That's it.

No beer tap, no playlist curator, no loyalty app. You sit down, tell us what you want, and we spend the time it takes to get it right. Most cuts run 40 minutes because that's how long a good one takes.

3chairs, never more
40minutes per cut
$38for a standard cut
Barber finishing a client's cut with a straight razor

Recent work

All cut in this shop. Tap a photo to see it bigger.

“Best fade I've had in this city, and nobody tried to sell me pomade.”
Darnell Okafor, regular since 2019

Book a chair

Pick a day and we'll text you back within the hour with a time. Walk-ins are fine too if a chair is free.

Address
214 Mercer Street, ground floor
Hours
Tue to Fri 9:00 to 19:00
Sat 8:00 to 16:00
Sun and Mon closed

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Questions, answered

The things people ask us at the chair most often.

Booking

Do I need an appointment?

No, but it helps. Saturdays fill up by Thursday. On weekdays you can usually walk in and wait less than 20 minutes.

What if I'm late?

Up to 10 minutes, no problem. After that we may shorten the cut or move you to the next free slot so the person after you isn't kept waiting.

How do I cancel?

Text or call us at least 3 hours before. No fee. If you skip without telling us twice, we'll ask for a deposit next time.

Can I pick my barber?

Yes. Mention the name in the booking note. If you don't, you get whoever is free first.

The cut

I don't know what I want. Is that a problem?

Not at all. Bring a photo if you have one. If not, we'll look at your hair, ask how much time you spend on it in the morning, and suggest something.

Do you cut curly and afro hair?

Yes, every barber here does. Tapers, twists touch-ups, shape-ups, all of it.

Do you cut kids' hair?

Kids 12 and under are $24. We ask that one parent stays in the shop.

How often should I come back?

Fades hold for about 2 to 3 weeks. Longer scissor cuts, 4 to 6 weeks.

Payment

Do you take cards?

Cards, Apple Pay and cash. No checks.

Do you sell gift cards?

Yes, at the front desk, any amount from $25 up. They don't expire.

Didn't find it?

Send a question and we'll answer by email, usually the same day.

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Services and prices

What we do, what it costs, how long it takes. Prices include the wash.

Who's cutting

Marco Vitale

Marco Vitale

Opened the shop in 2011. Scissor cuts and anything classic.

Nia Baptiste

Nia Baptiste

Fades and curly hair. Books out first, so ask early.

Tomas Reyes

Tomas Reyes

Beards and hot towel shaves. Steadiest hand in the room.

Know what you want?

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