SHARP LOOKS.
NO SHORTCUTS.
Cambridge's neighborhood barbershop on Western Ave. Precision fades, classic cuts and beard sculpting — done right, every chair, every time.
Prefer to talk? Call (617) 491-3940
PICK YOUR CUT
Tap any service to add it to your booking on the right — prices are straight, no surprises at the register.
Kids cuts are for 12 & under. Not sure what you want? Bring a photo — we'll talk it through before the clippers come out.
OLD-SCHOOL CARE.
MODERN PRECISION.
Sly's is a real neighborhood shop — the kind where your barber remembers your cut, your kids' names, and how you take your line-up. We keep the craft classic: consultation first, clean blends and sharp edges.
- Consultation before every cut — no guessing
- Fades blended by hand, checked in natural light
- Straight-razor detail work
- Clean tools, fresh blades, every single client
THE WORK SPEAKS
Inside the shop, up close on the details that make a cut last past the first week.
From 414 reviews and counting — with a recent run of 5-star cuts pushing the rating up.
Write a Review on GoogleScan the QR in the shop or tap above — it goes straight to the review form.
What regulars praise most — themes from our Google reviews
The blend is what regulars come back for — tight, even, and it grows out clean.
A proper local shop on Western Ave — friendly chairs, good conversation, no rush job.
Line-ups and beard shaping done with real care.
LOCK IN YOUR SPOT
Build your visit below — pick a service, a day and a time, then copy your request or call the shop at (617) 491-3940 to confirm it.
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FIND THE SHOP
CAMBRIDGE, MA 02139
In the heart of Cambridge — easy to reach from Harvard Square, Central Square and across the river from Allston/Brighton.
Call us: (617) 491-3940
Shop hours
| Monday | 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours can shift on holidays — walk-ins are welcome, but booking ahead guarantees your chair.
Come a few minutes early, bring a photo of the cut you want if you have one, and we'll match you with the right service — most first cuts start at $25.
QUESTIONS
Do I need an appointment, or can I walk in?
Both work. Walk-ins are welcome whenever a chair is open, but booking ahead — using the picker above — guarantees your spot, especially on Fridays and Saturdays.
How much is a haircut?
Haircuts start at $25. The most popular combo, Haircut + Beard, is $30. Beard trims are $15, and kids cuts (12 & under) are $20.
What should I ask for if I want a fade?
Tell us high, mid or low, and how short — or just show a photo. We'll blend it by hand and finish the edges with a straight razor so it stays sharp as it grows out.
Where do I park / how do I get there?
We're at 321 Western Ave in Cambridge, between Central and Harvard Squares. Tap "Open in Google Maps" above for directions, parking and transit options.
How do I leave a review?
Tap any "Review" button on this page — it goes straight to our Google review form (the same link as the QR code in the shop). We read every one.