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Jimmy The Barber's is a hair salons in West Milford, New Jersey. Open: Mon, Sun Closed; Tue–Fri 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Phone: (973) 728-9837. Address: 1811 Union Valley Rd, West Milford, NJ 07480, USA. Average rating is 4.9 stars from 179 reviews.
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A busy barber shop with customers getting haircuts. — Jimmy The Barber's
4.9 179 reviews Today 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Jimmy's Chair. Thirty-Five Years Running.

West Milford's favorite barber shop, where a great cut comes with good conversation and no rush.

About Us

Exterior view of Jimmy The Barber's with colorful signage.
Exterior view of Jimmy The Barber's with colorful signage.

Jimmy the Barber has been at his station on Union Valley Road since 1989. The chair by the window, the afternoon light, the hum of a straight razor on a strop, none of that has changed, and that's exactly the point. A 4.9-star rating across 179 reviews doesn't happen by accident. It happens because Jimmy shows up, every week, and does the work with the kind of quiet pride that can't be faked.

The shop carries the easy warmth of a 1960s neighborhood barbershop, the kind where you recognize the faces in the chairs and the barber knows your name before you sit down. Jimmy's crew, including Adrian, who has a rare gift with nervous toddlers and first-time young clients, bring that same unhurried, personal touch to every appointment. Funny, sharp, and genuinely glad you're there.

This is West Milford's spot. Not a chain, not a franchise. Just a barber who loves his craft and a corner of Jersey that loves him back.

What We Offer

The straight-razor shave is what regulars talk about first. Warm lather, steady hands, a hot towel finish, the kind of shave most people didn't think still existed. It's become something of a rite of passage on Union Valley Road.

Beyond the shave, Jimmy's offers precision haircuts for men and boys of all ages, including first haircuts for little ones who need a patient hand and a calm voice. Every cut is finished clean, every client leaves looking sharp. No upselling, no rushing, no ambiguity about what a real barbershop is supposed to feel like.

Open Tuesday through Saturday, 8 AM to 6 PM on weekdays and until 4 PM on Saturdays. Walk-ins welcome when the chair is free.

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“Arlene was able to do my haircut just the way I wanted it. It took me so many places to finally be happy with what I got. Thank you !”

— Achal Bhatt

What Our Customers Say

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5 months ago
"Excellent place! Has the feel of a 1960’s neighborhood barber shop with all the modern amenities. Jimmy the Barber is a legend and quite the professional gentleman. I had the best shave of my life, perfect job!"
— RA S
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2 months ago
"I've been going to Jimmy's for years. When I go there it's like getting a great haircut and a show. He is so funny to talk to. All of his crew are fantastic also. You will never go wrong by going to Jimmy's The Barber."
— Richard Castelluccio
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12 months ago
"Just took our one year old for his first cut and wouldn't take him anywhere else now. Certainly not an easy task to trim a scared toddler but Adrian seems to be a pro with kids in addition to his barber skills. Definitely still a top spot just like when my Grandpa would get cut here."
— Andrew Kus
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10 months ago
"Arlene was able to do my haircut just the way I wanted it. It took me so many places to finally be happy with what I got. Thank you !"
— Achal Bhatt
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2 years ago
"Sometimes I forget what it's like to go into a business where I feel like I'm not only valued as a customer, but as a person. Walking into Jimmy's immediately reminds me. They're not just barbers, but our friends and neighbors. That's how they treat their customers. To top it off, you're going to get a great haircut. I call that a win win."
— Rob Digges

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Jimmy The Barber's hours?

The shop is open Tuesday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Saturday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Closed Sunday and Monday.

Do I need an appointment or do you take walk-ins?

Walk-ins are welcome. If you want to guarantee your spot, calling ahead is always a good idea, especially on Saturdays.

Do you do straight-razor shaves?

Yes, and it's one of the things Jimmy's is best known for. Customers regularly call it the best shave of their lives. Warm lather, clean technique, hot towel finish.

Is Jimmy's good for kids' haircuts, including very young children?

Absolutely. Adrian in particular has earned a strong reputation for working with toddlers and young children, including first haircuts. Patient, calm, and skilled with kids who may be nervous.

Where exactly is Jimmy The Barber's located?

The shop is at 1811 Union Valley Road in West Milford, NJ 07480, a spot Jimmy has called home since 1989.

How long has Jimmy been a barber?

Jimmy has been at this location since 1989, giving him well over 35 years at the same chair on Union Valley Road.

What do customers say about the experience?

With a 4.9-star rating from 179 reviews, the feedback is consistent: great cuts, genuine conversation, a classic neighborhood feel, and a crew that makes every visit worth coming back for.

Hours of Operation

Closed · Opens 8:00 AM
Monday Closed
Tuesday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday Today 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday Closed
64° Clear West Milford
Sat 89° 64°
Sun 76° 58°
Mon 83° 53°
Tue 75° 62°
Wed 83° 61°
Thu 71° 53°
Fri 79° 52°

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