Last updated October 5, 2026 · ranked from 279 Google reviews · How we rank
This list ranks 10 barber shops in and around Saginaw, MI, led by BLACK LABEL BARBER CO., Carlos Cuts, LLC - Veteran Owned and Gudfella's Barber Shop. Together they have 279 Google reviews; BLACK LABEL BARBER CO. has the highest Google rating on the list at 5.0. Every place on the list is in Saginaw, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.
Helping young customers feel comfortable is a recurring strength in reviews of BLACK LABEL BARBER CO., earning it the top spot among barber shops in Saginaw, MI alongside its 5-star Google rating from 36 reviews. One parent describes a relaxed first visit for a 13-year-old; another credits Greg with calming a frightened two-year-old during his first haircut. A returning customer also praises all the barbers. The shop recommends calling for appointments and lists Saturday hours from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Comfort with kids
5-star Google rating
Saturday hours
“New to the area...made my kid feel comfortable, that's the most important thing. He just turned 13 and it was the first time in his LIFE anyone has cut his hair but me. Easy vibes, the fellas were chill...'bout to be our new weekend spot!”
Strong feedback on haircuts and a comfortable atmosphere earns Carlos Cuts, LLC - Veteran Owned the No. 2 spot in Saginaw, MI. Its Google listing holds a 5-star rating across 24 reviews. One customer praises the friendly setting and veteran ownership, while another calls her son’s haircut his best in a long time. Located at 2207 N Charles St, the shop welcomes children and accepts new clients. Visits are by appointment only, with booking through its Square site.
Veteran owned
Appointment-only visits
Welcomes children
“Great haircuts! Very friendly and comfortable atmosphere. Veteran owned and operated. I haven't had my hair cut as good as he does since I was stationed in Italy.”
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A clean, quiet setting is part of the appeal at Gudfella's Barber Shop, according to a reviewer who enjoyed repeated haircut visits. That feedback, a 4.9 Google rating from 34 reviews, and practical visitor amenities support its No. 3 spot. Located at 203 S Washington Ave in Saginaw, MI, the shop welcomes children and lists a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, and restroom. Wednesday through Saturday hours run from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., offering a consistent window for planning a visit.
Welcomes children
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Clean, quiet setting
“I have seriously enjoyed getting my hair cut at Gudfella’s Barber Shop. Thurman is simply the best! During my visits, the shop has always been clean and quiet. Great experience!!”
A 5-star Google rating from 11 reviews gives Members X Only Barber Shop its strongest reason for earning rank 4 among barber shops in Saginaw, MI. Located at 800 Mackinaw St, the business is listed specifically as a barber shop. Its place on this list rests on that positive customer rating and its local address, rather than on claims about particular cuts, services, or amenities.
A warmly welcomed first visit and a cut praised as “clean” help put Studio Essence at No. 5. The barber shop at 407 N Hamilton St in Saginaw, MI holds a 4.6 Google rating from 28 reviews. One reviewer describes professional, friendly service, while another criticizes punctuality and communication. Practical details add to its appeal: children are welcome, the entrance and parking are wheelchair-accessible, and listed hours run from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
Children welcome
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Monday–Saturday hours
“No consideration for other people’s time. If you can’t be punctual or communicate professionally, then don’t run a business.”
A 5-out-of-5 Google rating from 12 reviews, along with clear access and welcome policies, earns BarberXGov the No. 6 spot. This Black-owned shop at 3455 Court St in Saginaw, MI welcomes children and LGBTQ customers and identifies itself as a transgender safe space. Wheelchair-accessible features include the entrance, parking, restroom, and seating. Appointments are required, and Saturday hours run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., offering a longer booking window than the shop’s weekday mornings.
Attention to the cut, rather than a rushed visit, stands out in one review of Taylor Made Barbershop at 1903 Court St in Saginaw, MI. Other reviewers praise friendliness, humor and professionalism. That feedback, alongside a 4.8 Google rating from 21 reviews, supports its No. 7 spot. The shop offers cutting, grooming, styling and shaving for men’s and boys’ hair or beards, and welcomes children. Its stated focus on positive social interaction also makes conversation part of the shop’s purpose.
Hair and beard services
Children welcome
Wheelchair-accessible parking
“Not the place to go if you want it done quick. But perfect place if you want it done right.”
Early opening hours and positive customer feedback help Twins Side By Side Barber Shop earn rank 8 in Saginaw, MI. Located at 1717 E Genesee Ave #1, it holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 29 reviews. One reviewer, who identifies the barber as her brother, praises his welcoming manner, professionalism and advice. The shop opens at 7 a.m. Tuesday through Saturday, welcomes children, and offers a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking. Appointments are recommended.
Early morning hours
Welcomes children
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
“Sure, Tard is my brother, but I know I'm not biased when I say he's warm and welcoming, very professional and gives the best advice. Not to mention, he's one of the best barbers in town. Stop in and get you a twin blend!”
Attention to detail and responsive communication earn praise from one reviewer at In The Kutt Barbershop, supporting its No. 9 spot alongside a 4.5-star Google rating from 54 reviews. Located at 900 Mackinaw St in Saginaw, MI, this Black-owned shop welcomes children and offers wheelchair-accessible parking. Visits are by appointment only, with customers directed to barber and owner Keyondre Green to arrange assistance. Listed weekday hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Appointment only
Welcomes children
Black-owned shop
“Asked for a low fade gave me a bald blend now I have to go to school with ts”
A 4.7-star Google rating from 30 reviews helps earn Sports Barber Shop the No. 10 spot among barber shops in Saginaw, MI. Located on Durand St, the shop welcomes children, making it an option for families planning a haircut visit. Its wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible parking are useful practical features, and a restroom is available. The combination of its review score, family-friendly policy and accessibility features provides the basis for its place on this list.
4.7(30)4.7 out of 5 from 30 reviews (Google rating)
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How we ranked this list
Each barber shop is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Saginaw category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.
Which barber shops in Saginaw, MI accept walk-ins or require appointments?
Courtside Cuts accepts walk-ins. Kutz Barber Shop lists walk-in acceptance alongside appointment requirements and recommendations; call 989-753-7113 to arrange a visit. In The Kutt Barbershop is appointment-only and directs customers to barber/owner Keyondre Green at 989-498-9356. Carlos Cuts is also appointment-only, with booking through its Square site. Twins Side By Side Barber Shop recommends an appointment.
Which barber shops in Saginaw, MI have early or Saturday hours?
Twins Side By Side Barber Shop opens at 7 a.m. Tuesday through Saturday, closing at 5 p.m. on weekdays and 4 p.m. Saturday. Gudfella’s Barber Shop runs 8 a.m.–6 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. BLACK LABEL BARBER CO. has Saturday hours of 9 a.m.–6:30 p.m. Sports Barber Shop on Durand St lists 24-hour opening on Saturday and Sunday.
Which barber shops in Saginaw, MI welcome children?
Courtside Cuts, Kutz Barber Shop, In The Kutt, Gudfella’s, Twins Side By Side, Studio Essence, Carlos Cuts, Taylor Made and both Unique Cuts locations list that they welcome children, as does Sports Barber Shop. BLACK LABEL BARBER CO. reviews describe Greg calming a two-year-old during a first haircut and another child feeling comfortable at age 13.
Where can I get beard grooming in Saginaw, MI?
Taylor Made Barbershop at 1903 Court St explicitly describes cutting, grooming, styling and shaving men’s and boys’ hair or beards. It has a 4.8 Google rating from 21 reviews and opens Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Its phone number is 989-717-6010.
Which barber shops in Saginaw, MI list wheelchair-accessible facilities?
Kutz Barber Shop, Gudfella’s Barber Shop and Unique Cuts at 119 S Jefferson Ave list wheelchair-accessible entrances, parking and restrooms. Sports Barber Shop, Twins Side By Side, Studio Essence and Unique Cuts Barber Shop at 1502 Court St list accessible entrances and parking. Courtside Cuts lists accessible parking and a restroom.
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