Sweeney Todd’s Barber Shop

Positive: Cleanliness, Professionalism, PunctualityOverall experience: Clean and professional environment that provides excellent haircuts by dedicated individuals. So far, I would highly recommend this establishment.It’s hard to find a good barber. Like many other types of professional careers, two individuals of the same profession can provide vastly different experiences and results. My experience so far with a number of barbers in the Philadelphia/Upper Darby area has been mixed and inconsistent. Many have provided less than desirable results, while others are extremely inconsistent in the level of service they provide. So far, this has not been the case with Sweeney Todd’s Barber Shop.The appointment was set up in Booksy and they were extremely prompt. I arrived 10 minutes before my appointment and was told to wait until my barber, Axel, finished up with his client before me. I felt at ease as the barbers were all working with masks on and I saw them take their time to clean and ensure everything was sanitized before working with their clients. I was then asked to sit and get my haircut. The barber asked me what I wanted and I explained.Let me be clear about something here. I know I am not one of the easiest people to work with when it comes to cutting my hair. I’m a little wishy washy with what I want and leave a lot up to the barber. Some barbers don’t like this and poke at me until I tell them. Others do whatever they want if I don’t fill in the blanks. Axel gave me a series of options for me to choose from and did what I asked. I think this is the best approach to this issue. Barbers from other establishments could learn a lot from the way Axel handled me, an indecisive customer, who had a general idea of what he wanted without concrete instructions.I could tell that these barbers are passionate about their job. The establishment was quiet and they worked carefully and slowly. I never felt like my barber was trying to rush my haircut and as I looked around, I saw that none of the barbers were doing it either. They also handled the issue with the masks very well. If they needed access to an area that had a mask strap in the way, they’d take off the loop and hold it as they worked on the area. They never left any of the customers exposed. The only exception to this is when they worked on beards. They would ask you to remove your mask, but would request that you did not speak during that time to ensure the safeguards of all around.Things of note that I noticed is that they had some things on theme and others not on theme. The apron that they use to cover the customers as they get their hair cut had blood splatters on them which was very on theme. The place was somewhat messy in the reception, but each individual barber’s area was clean and well maintained. I kind of wish they sold meat pies there just to make the theme a full circle.Another interesting thing is that every station was equipped with a ring light on a tripod to get pictures of finished haircuts for their website I would imagine. I think that’s a good idea and it reflects the level of their professionalism.COVID Policy – Temperature checks, masks on at all times, sanitized surfaces and chairs.Prices – Very reasonable.Appointment Policy – Online or phone. Walk-ins are discouraged, I believe. This place gets booked quick, so make an appointment as soon as you think you might want a haircut.I have very little negatives to point out in this review. Overall, I’d recommend this business to others. I will update this review if my thoughts change or expand in future visits.Overall experience: Clean and professional environment that provides excellent haircuts by dedicated individuals. So far, I would highly recommend this establishment. …More

Overall experience: Clean and professional environment that provides excellent haircuts by dedicated individuals. So far, I would highly recommend this establishment.

Positive: Cleanliness, Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, ValueDarius and his team are the utmost professionals. They’ve been stellar with safety protocols all throughout this pandemic and was one of the only places I felt safe bringing my younger kids. They always listen and treat kids like actual people which is rare unfortunately. My boys’ haircuts are always sharp and they get compliments all the time. We really like Oscar’s work a lot as well but the whole crew is great.Services: Haircut, Beard trim, Straight razor shaveDarius and his team are the utmost professionals. They’ve been stellar with safety protocols all throughout this pandemic and was one of the only places I felt safe bringing my younger kids. They always listen and treat kids like actual …More

Darius and his team are the utmost professionals. They’ve been stellar with safety protocols all throughout this pandemic and was one of the only places I felt safe bringing my younger kids. They always listen and treat kids like actual people which is rare unfortunately. My boys’ haircuts are always sharp and they get compliments all the time. We really like Oscar’s work a lot as well but the whole crew is great.

Positive: Cleanliness, Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, ValueDarious and the entire staff here are great!!! Always very clean and professional but after the covid thing, their cleanliness is through the roof. Always great haircuts here and anyone I have referred here becomes a frequent customer. If you aren’t getting cut by one of the barbers at Sweeney Todd’s you probably need to review your life choices.Service: HaircutDarious and the entire staff here are great!!! Always very clean and professional but after the covid thing, their cleanliness is through the roof. Always great haircuts here and anyone I have referred here becomes a frequent customer. If …More

Darious and the entire staff here are great!!! Always very clean and professional but after the covid thing, their cleanliness is through the roof. Always great haircuts here and anyone I have referred here becomes a frequent customer. If you aren’t getting cut by one of the barbers at Sweeney Todd’s you probably need to review your life choices.