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Comparing Barber Shops Near Urban Shave in Scotch Plains

Urban Shave and 10 nearby barber shops in Scotch Plains compared on Google ratings, reviews, hours, online booking and accessibility.

Devon Crocker, Lead Barber Editor·Published ·How we vet
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Urban Shave sits at 407a Park Ave, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076. Within 2 miles there are 13 other barber shops with a meaningful number of Google reviews. Here are 10 of them, picked so every direction around Urban Shave is covered, compared side by side.

Urban Shave is a featured business on The Barber List. Every business on this page, including Urban Shave, was picked and is described by the same rule, using its public Google Maps listing as of October 2026.

At a glance

Barber ShopWhereGoogle ratingReviewsSaturdaySundayWheelchair access listed
Urban ShaveScotch Plains (this page)4.61538 AM–6 PM9 AM–2 PM
The Shave Loft0.98 mi southeast, Fanwood4.81369 AM–5 PM9 AM–3 PM
The Details Barbershop & Shave Parlor0.28 mi south, Scotch Plains4.81229 AM–4 PM10 AM–4 PM
All-Star Experience Barbershop Suite1.04 mi southwest, Watchung4.91449 AM–7 PMClosed
Boris's Barber Shop0.11 mi southeast, Scotch Plains4.9468 AM–5 PMClosed
The Bearded Barber0.32 mi south, Scotch Plains4.41518 AM–4 PMClosed
Eminence Barbersuite1.29 mi southwest, North Plainfield5448 AM–12 AM8 AM–12 AM
Vic's Barber Shop0.03 mi southeast, Scotch Plains4.4589 AM–4 PM9 AM–3 PM
THE DOCTOR'S OFFICE BARBER SHOP1.8 mi south, Plainfield4.8996 AM–5:30 PM8 AM–2 PM
Joel’s Haircut & Shave Studio1.03 mi southwest, Watchung5429 AM–8 PM9 AM–6 PM
Fanwood Clipper0.98 mi southeast, Fanwood4.1278:30 AM–5 PMClosed

A blank cell means we couldn't confirm that detail from Google, not that the business lacks it.

About Urban Shave

Urban Shave is a barber shop at 407a Park Ave, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076, rated 4.6 out of 5 across 153 Google reviews. It publishes prices for 4 services, from $25 to $42, so you can see the cost before you book. Its latest finish is 8 PM on Mondays, and it is open on Sundays. Book Urban Shave online or see its full profile.

Vic's Barber Shop in Scotch Plains vs Urban Shave

Vic's Barber Shop is a barber shop at 421 Park Ave, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076. It is 0.03 miles southeast of Urban Shave.

Urban ShaveVic's Barber Shop
AreaScotch PlainsScotch Plains, 0.03 mi southeast
Google rating4.64.4
Google reviews15358
Saturday8 AM–6 PM9 AM–4 PM
Sunday9 AM–2 PM9 AM–3 PM
Book onlineYes, on its website

Vic's Barber Shop stands out for a steady 4.4-star average across 58 Google reviews.

Urban Shave stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.6 stars, and a longer review record, 153 Google reviews.

Urban Shave vs Boris's Barber Shop (Scotch Plains)

Boris's Barber Shop is a barber shop at 511 Park Ave, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076. It is 0.11 miles southeast of Urban Shave.

Urban ShaveBoris's Barber Shop
AreaScotch PlainsScotch Plains, 0.11 mi southeast
Google rating4.64.9
Google reviews15346
Saturday8 AM–6 PM8 AM–5 PM
Sunday9 AM–2 PMClosed
Book onlineYes, on its website

Boris's Barber Shop stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.9 stars.

Urban Shave stands out for a longer review record, 153 Google reviews, and Sunday appointments (9 AM–2 PM).

The Shave Loft, 0.98 mi southeast: how it compares with Urban Shave

The Shave Loft is a barber shop at 265 South Ave, Fanwood, NJ 07023. It is 0.98 miles southeast of Urban Shave, in Fanwood.

Urban ShaveThe Shave Loft
AreaScotch PlainsFanwood, 0.98 mi southeast
Google rating4.64.8
Google reviews153136
Saturday8 AM–6 PM9 AM–5 PM
Sunday9 AM–2 PM9 AM–3 PM
Book onlineYes, on its websiteYes, via Google

The Shave Loft stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.8 stars, and a Fanwood location, handy if you live or work nearby.

Urban Shave stands out for a later finish, open until 8 PM on Mondays, and prices published for 4 services before you book.

Fanwood Clipper in Fanwood vs Urban Shave

Fanwood Clipper is a barber shop at 224 South Ave, Fanwood, NJ 07023. It is 0.98 miles southeast of Urban Shave, in Fanwood.

Urban ShaveFanwood Clipper
AreaScotch PlainsFanwood, 0.98 mi southeast
Google rating4.64.1
Google reviews15327
Saturday8 AM–6 PM8:30 AM–5 PM
Sunday9 AM–2 PMClosed
Book onlineYes, on its website

Fanwood Clipper stands out for a Fanwood location, handy if you live or work nearby.

Urban Shave stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.6 stars, and a longer review record, 153 Google reviews.

Urban Shave vs The Details Barbershop & Shave Parlor (Scotch Plains)

The Details Barbershop & Shave Parlor is a barber shop at 1739 E 2nd St, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076. It is 0.28 miles south of Urban Shave.

Urban ShaveThe Details Barbershop & Shave Parlor
AreaScotch PlainsScotch Plains, 0.28 mi south
Google rating4.64.8
Google reviews153122
Saturday8 AM–6 PM9 AM–4 PM
Sunday9 AM–2 PM10 AM–4 PM
Book onlineYes, on its website

The Details Barbershop & Shave Parlor stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.8 stars.

Urban Shave stands out for a longer review record, 153 Google reviews, and prices published for 4 services before you book.

The Bearded Barber, 0.32 mi south: how it compares with Urban Shave

The Bearded Barber is a barber shop at 1723 E 2nd St, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076. It is 0.32 miles south of Urban Shave.

Urban ShaveThe Bearded Barber
AreaScotch PlainsScotch Plains, 0.32 mi south
Google rating4.64.4
Google reviews153151
Saturday8 AM–6 PM8 AM–4 PM
Sunday9 AM–2 PMClosed
Book onlineYes, on its websiteYes, via Google

The Bearded Barber stands out for a steady 4.4-star average across 151 Google reviews.

Urban Shave stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.6 stars, and Sunday appointments (9 AM–2 PM).

THE DOCTOR'S OFFICE BARBER SHOP in Plainfield vs Urban Shave

THE DOCTOR'S OFFICE BARBER SHOP is a barber shop at 713 E 2nd St, Plainfield, NJ 07062. It is 1.8 miles south of Urban Shave, in Plainfield.

Urban ShaveTHE DOCTOR'S OFFICE BARBER SHOP
AreaScotch PlainsPlainfield, 1.8 mi south
Google rating4.64.8
Google reviews15399
Saturday8 AM–6 PM6 AM–5:30 PM
Sunday9 AM–2 PM8 AM–2 PM
Book onlineYes, on its website

THE DOCTOR'S OFFICE BARBER SHOP stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.8 stars, and a Plainfield location, handy if you live or work nearby.

Urban Shave stands out for a longer review record, 153 Google reviews, and prices published for 4 services before you book.

Urban Shave vs Joel’s Haircut & Shave Studio (Watchung)

Joel’s Haircut & Shave Studio is a barber shop at 1593 US-22, Watchung, NJ 07069. It is 1.03 miles southwest of Urban Shave, in Watchung.

Urban ShaveJoel’s Haircut & Shave Studio
AreaScotch PlainsWatchung, 1.03 mi southwest
Google rating4.65
Google reviews15342
Saturday8 AM–6 PM9 AM–8 PM
Sunday9 AM–2 PM9 AM–6 PM
Book onlineYes, on its websiteYes, via Google

Joel’s Haircut & Shave Studio stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 5 stars, and a Watchung location, handy if you live or work nearby.

Urban Shave stands out for a longer review record, 153 Google reviews, and prices published for 4 services before you book.

All-Star Experience Barbershop Suite, 1.04 mi southwest: how it compares with Urban Shave

All-Star Experience Barbershop Suite is a barber shop at 1593 US-22, Watchung, NJ 07069. It is 1.04 miles southwest of Urban Shave, in Watchung.

Urban ShaveAll-Star Experience Barbershop Suite
AreaScotch PlainsWatchung, 1.04 mi southwest
Google rating4.64.9
Google reviews153144
Saturday8 AM–6 PM9 AM–7 PM
Sunday9 AM–2 PMClosed
Book onlineYes, on its website

All-Star Experience Barbershop Suite stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.9 stars, and a Watchung location, handy if you live or work nearby.

Urban Shave stands out for Sunday appointments (9 AM–2 PM), and a later finish, open until 8 PM on Mondays.

Eminence Barbersuite in North Plainfield vs Urban Shave

Eminence Barbersuite is a barber shop at 116 US-22 Ste 120, North Plainfield, NJ 07060. It is 1.29 miles southwest of Urban Shave, in North Plainfield.

Urban ShaveEminence Barbersuite
AreaScotch PlainsNorth Plainfield, 1.29 mi southwest
Google rating4.65
Google reviews15344
Saturday8 AM–6 PM8 AM–12 AM
Sunday9 AM–2 PM8 AM–12 AM
Book onlineYes, on its websiteYes, via Google

Eminence Barbersuite stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 5 stars, and a later finish, open until 12 AM on Mondays.

Urban Shave stands out for a longer review record, 153 Google reviews, and prices published for 4 services before you book.

How to choose a barber shop near Scotch Plains

Do

  • Say how much to take off in inches and bring a photo of the fade or line-up you want.
  • Check today's hours on the business's Google listing before you set off; holiday hours change.
  • Book ahead and note the cancellation window when you do.
  • Read the newest reviews, not only the average. They describe the team working there now.
  • Don't

  • Don't choose on stars alone. A 4.7 from 900 reviews and a 5.0 from 12 reviews are different kinds of evidence.
  • Don't assume walk-ins are welcome; call or book first.
  • Don't hold back allergies, medications or skin sensitivities at check-in.
  • Follow

  • Book your next line-up before you leave; most cuts are kept sharp at two to four weeks.
  • Arrive five to ten minutes early for a first visit.
  • Tip 15 to 20 percent where tipping is customary, and check whether the business includes service charges.
  • How these 10 were chosen

    We searched Google Maps for barber shops within 2 miles of Urban Shave, divided the circle into six 60-degree slices (north, northeast, southeast, south, southwest, northwest), and took the best-evidenced barber shops from each slice in turn, ranking by Google rating weighted by review count. Only businesses filed under the same kind of service, with at least five reviews, were considered. Ratings, reviews, hours and accessibility are as shown on Google Maps in October 2026; area names are from OpenStreetMap. Details change, so confirm hours and prices with the business before you go.

    Sources & references

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    Frequently asked questions

    How far is Vic's Barber Shop from Urban Shave?
    About 0.03 miles southeast in a straight line.
    Can I book Urban Shave online?
    Yes. Urban Shave takes bookings on its own website, which also lists its services and prices ($25 to $42).
    How were these barber shops chosen?
    By location and evidence: a 2-mile circle around Urban Shave, split into six direction slices, with the best-reviewed barber shops taken from each slice in turn. No business was included or left out for payment.
    What barber shops are near Urban Shave in Scotch Plains?
    Within 2 miles: Vic's Barber Shop (0.03 mi southeast), Boris's Barber Shop (0.11 mi southeast), The Details Barbershop & Shave Parlor (0.28 mi south), The Bearded Barber (0.32 mi south), The Shave Loft (0.98 mi southeast), Fanwood Clipper (0.98 mi southeast), and 4 more compared on this page.
    Which barber shop near Scotch Plains has the most Google reviews?
    Of the barber shops compared here, Urban Shave has the most, with 153 Google reviews as of October 2026.
    Which barber shops near Urban Shave are open on Sunday?
    Urban Shave (9 AM–2 PM), The Shave Loft (9 AM–3 PM), The Details Barbershop & Shave Parlor (10 AM–4 PM), Eminence Barbersuite (8 AM–12 AM), Vic's Barber Shop (9 AM–3 PM), THE DOCTOR'S OFFICE BARBER SHOP (8 AM–2 PM), Joel’s Haircut & Shave Studio (9 AM–6 PM). Hours are from Google Maps in October 2026; check before you go.
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