The city:
Best barbers & hair salons

20 JUNE 2024

Whether you’re after a fresh cut, a glossy blowdry or a more traditional lather shave, The City is home to some of Brisbane’s best barbers and hair salons. From trendy fades, close shaves and award-winning colourists, to hot towel service and free drinks, you’ll be left feeling a million dollars after your next hair experience in The City.

Bogarts On Creek, Creek St 

One of Brisbane’s most established barbers and the originator of the infused hot towel, Bogarts On Creek is a cut above the rest. Operating for more than 25 years and maintaining its old-world charm, the salon offers men’s haircuts, grooming services and products, with a complimentary beverage and its trademark fresh mint infused hot towel for every customer.

Bou’s For Men, George St & Creek St 

This traditional barbershop experience at Bou’s For Men delivers quality haircuts, wet shave treatments, cut-throat razor lather shaves and men’s grooming services. There are two locations in the heart of The City, and both have shelves stocked with men’s fragrances and the finest styling products. 

Col Nayler Barber Shop, QueensPlaza and Uptown 

Since 1952, Col Nayler Barber Shop has specialised in men's and children's haircuts and styling, from traditional to the most up-to-date looks. There is no appointment necessary, so pop in and meet its qualified and experienced stylists across the two Brisbane City locations.

Esquire Male Grooming, Tattersalls Arcade 

Esquire Male Grooming brings traditional men’s styling together with a modern twist in a sleek, luxurious atmosphere. Going beyond just haircuts, the salon offers grooming products and personalised advice for home styling too. As for the barber services, choose from classic and executive cut and style finishes or why not treat yourself to the royal treatment package? There are complimentary hot and cold refreshments available during your appointment.

The Electric Chair Barbershop, Adelaide St 

Whether you're looking for a classic clean cut, a comb-over, artistic tracks or a beard trim, lose yourself in the modern Scissorhands-esque techniques of the team at The Electric Chair Barbershop. You can book to skip the line or walk in and see the passion the barbers bring to the establishment with the skills to back it up. 

Jimmy Rod’s Barbershop, Broadway on the Mall 

Jimmy Rod’s Barbershop is one of Brisbane’s most popular barbers, offering premium men’s and kids’ styling and grooming services in a chic and masculine salon. The crew are professional, experienced, and fast so you can drop in for a haircut and a hot towel on your lunch break. Pairing complimentary refreshments with top notch service, it’s no wonder Jimmy Rod’s Barbershop regulars keep coming back.

La Motta’s Hairstyling For Men, Adelaide St 

Third generation barber Joseph La Motta is continuing the tradition of his father and grandfather who established this walk-in barber shop La Motta’s Hairstyling For Men, in the centre of Brisbane in 1959. Now, more than six decades on, Joseph “the Barber’s Barber” La Motta continues with the family’s personalised service and traditional barbering. No appointments are required so just pop in for a tidy up. 

Elysium Hair Brisbane, Adelaide Street 

Whether it’s a colour, extensions or curly girl cut you’re after, Elysium Hair Brisbane is a go to for style-savvy locals and visitors to The City. The beautiful urban salon recycles and repurposes 98% of its waste and even offers a free consultation before you commit to your appointment.

TONI&GUY Brisbane, Edward St 

A full-service hair salon for men and women, TONI&GUY is a staple in The City offering anything hair or style related including style cuts, colours, hair extensions, Niophlex, Keratin smoothing treatments and professional straightening services 

Co and Pace Salons, Ann St 

Led by internationally renowned and multiple award-winning hairdresser Justin Pace, the team at Co and Pace Salons offers a high-end boutique hair experience. From style cuts and colours to keratin smoothing treatments, this premium salon combines technical know-how and artistic flair for striking results.

Rixon Hair, Edward St

A multi award-winning hair salon and hairdresser, Rixon Hair specialises in style cuts, colour, highlights and balayage, blow waves and more, with a range of premium products available for sale. Clients can sit back, relax and soak up some luxury in Rixon Hair’s luxurious minimalist salon, with ceiling to floor windows that take in glorious views of The City.

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