Strait Up Barber Shop

I’ve tried about 3 other barber shops here and in montebello but I came once and Alan left my hair at 100. I came back another time and I waited over an hour and was skipped about 4 times from the «list» they have. Not sure if it’s because I was dressed in slacks and dress shirt but I was trying to get cut during lunch and it didn’t happen because I kept getting skipped. I want to go back because Alan did such a good job but I’m on strike because this happened. Hopefully they can do something to fix that sign in sheet or maybe actually use it. This place is super popular and I know some people have waited 2 hrs to get a fresh cut. It might be worth it but pay attention to who gets in that chair before you. I may be the only one but who knows.

Best spot in town! Barbers are like bartenders, treat them with respect and they will hook u up. G is easily one of the best barbers in the o.c.

Upon visiting and trying out other barbershops, I will not be coming back to this location.
The barbers here are friendly, but if you aren’t a regular, they won’t treat you like royalty. I’ve been going for a year or two, but no more.
No appointments, so be prepared to wait. An hour for the least and at most, 2 – 3 hours even if you go during slow hours.

Great haircut but damn the wait time is crazy.

I’ve been a loyal patron of Strait Up Barber Shop for 3+ years and let me tell you, these guys are the real deal! The shop is a very casual, comfortable place to come and get a great haircut. Each barber is extremely friendly and makes sure you are 100% satisfied while paying attention to detail with each and every head they cut. The shop recently expanded which has really helped with cutting down the wait times. It is no wonder they have so many returning customers… keep up the great work boys!

A top notch Barbershop with a classic vibe. Everyone there is super friendly and talented in the arts of haircuts. This place has no appointments so the wait can be long. But it’s worth the wait. This place gave me the best hair cut ever. I didn’t really have to describe what kind of haircut cut I wanted. Joseph knew exactly what kind of cut would work best on my head. This place is a must in Brea! Go you will not be disappointed l!!! Ask for Joseph.

This place is «strait up» trash … Took literally an hour and ten minutes for a haircut.
1. It wouldn’t be so bad if they didn’t bullshit with 1 another.
2. It was hands down the worst haircut I have ever received.
IF YOU PLAN ON COMING TO THIS ESTABLISHMENT… WHICH I HOPE U DON’T… BE PREPARED FOR YOUR HAIRCUT TO TAKE UP HALF YOUR DAY !!

Came here for the first time today for my husbands hair cut.
You have to sign in and wait or come back.
Very cool place! Love the prices! All the barbers were friendly.
Didn’t get the name of the guy who cut his hair but he did a great job on his hair!
$ 15 for hair cut
$ 13 for bread trim
$ 11 buzz cut
Definitely coming back!

Been going here for 3 years so far. Always satisfied.
The guys here are real chill.
The wait used to be pretty bad, but has gotten a lot better since the renovation recently.
Looking forward to bringing my son here one day.

Stacey and the crew do it right. I’ve been cutting my hair with Stacey, Al, and Gabe my whole life. great haircut great price. Straight up is family.

I’ve been coming here since July of 2007. It’s a great place to hang out, all of the barbers cut great hair and they make everyone feel at home.
Life seems to be getting back to normal since Rowland split. The guy who replaced him looks out of place.
This is a guys barber shop, so you’re going to hear language that might offend some people. If stuff like that bothers you, go somewhere else.
I see a lot of people get pissed because they stop letting people get onto the list an hour before closing time.
This to me is stupid, it’s like a bar calling out for last call. They close at a certain time and the guys have lives too. They want to get home as close as possible to their off time and the only way this is done is by cutting people off.
Great place, go with anyone and you’ll get a good cut. That includes Lisa when she’s there on Saturdays covering for Stacey.

With 3 young boys, I spend good $ every month on haircuts. We have tried literally every local quick cut place and none have even come close to the cuts done by Gabe at Strait Up. He is a fantastic barber and is just so great with my boys. He does his job quickly and expertly with little to no side talk with the other barbers. It pains me to take my business elsewhere, but there’s good reason.
The wait time here, as others have mentioned, is long. Like, overly so. I see the appeal for many, who besides a killer cut, come for the laid back and conversational atmosphere. Yet there needs to be balance– a little talky talky and a lot more clippy-​clippy. One of the barbers takes 1 customer for Gabe’s every 3 customers. People need to get serviced and move on with their day. I just can’t get into planning out an entire morning just to see if I get lucky in waiting less than 90 minutes for my boys to get a seat.
With that said, if you don’t mind the wait (or taking the risk of leaving and grabbing a coffee while your name is on the all important name list), the guys will treat you right and send you on your way with a perfect cut.

A real barbershop!
Ask for Gabriel, but be prepared to wait awhile to sit in his chair.

Been coming here since I moved to the OC 4 years ago. When I first came here I went to Gabe. I told him I was looking for a new barber. He cut me up, then told me «I hope you find your barber». Been coming back ever since. Gabe gives really clean cuts and doesnt push back too much on my line up. I hate when barbers push back your natural line. Grows in nasty when they do that.
The owner Stacy knows how to keep a barbershop in business. Knows the regulars and keeps them happy. Definitely staying with these guys while Im out here in the OC.
Btw this is a BARBERSHOP. For those thats arent used to the environment, language, etc. Dont call it unprofessional or unorganized or w.e. This place is an OG barbershop and I like it that way. Kids also welcome :) lol
15 bucks for a haircut and I always slip an extra 5.

I’ve been here several times now ever since I’ve moved into the area. Initially chose this place because of price and proximity to where I live.
I’ve noticed that the cuts are hit or miss. I’ve had a few great haircuts, and some that were just OK. I’ve had to touch up a few slightly when I get back home.
This is a crazy busy place to get your haircut. I can only go on Saturday mornings, and I’ve never had less than a 1.5 hr waiting time even when I enter the doors at 9:15 AM. it’s usually been around 2 hours and has even gone to 3 hours two times. Not that this is a problem, but it’s more so their system of keeping track of who gets cut first. You need to write your name down on a sheet of paper, and they systematically cross of names. If there is someone in particular you want, you write their name down next to yours.
Two cuts ago, I wrote down a barber’s name for the first time and waited patiently. Every hour, I would check the sheet, but by the 3^rd hour, I found I got skipped. When I noticed the problem and showed him the mistake, rather than taking me right away, I had to wait another 30 minutes to let him finish him up the guy that JUST sat down (didn’t even start him). No apology either. I was not impressed by the cut which was the worse part.
Unless you’ve been here before, you will never know about the sheet of paper that’s not in plain sight. Sometimes the barbers are good with directing people to sign in, but other times, they are not. I usually go and tell people they need to sign in; very unprofessional.
Sometimes when customers come in and they see the room is packed with people waiting, they ask how the long the wait time is and the standard response is 45 min — 1 hr which is a blatant lie. They’re not even told to write their names down if they’re planning on coming back.
Tried a new barbershop today in the same area and while the cut was just $ 5 more expensive, there was no wait time and came out much better cut than the other cuts I’ve received at Strait Up.
I would say that the owner of the place seems like a great guy and was good about getting people to sign in. One day when the shop was understaffed, he gave out coupons to all the customers that were waiting (although he should’ve given it to the patrons also getting cut since they also had to wait much longer).

This is my first time here and this place is amazing. I will definitely be back. I was there at 9:50 AM and there was already a line. The wait wasn’t too bad for me since I was there earlier. If you’re expecting a barber that doesn’t try to talk to you and get to know you don’t come here. This place is made up of extremely friendly staff who enjoy what they do and it shows. They also talk amongst themselves but even so you still feel that you’re the center of their attention.
To those earlier who said they cut their friends in before others and all that other crap, I call BS. There were multiple people who were there before and after me that knew many of the staff and none of them were given priority. There is a list and that list is their Bible. They are also extremely considerate of maintaining a first in first out system. There was a guy who came in after me but didn’t realize there was a sign-​in sheet until a few people had put their name down. One of the barbers stopped what he was doing and went down the list calling out people’s names to figure out where this guy went on the list.
Also what people don’t realize is you can put your name down and, if the wait is super long, head over to downtown Brea to hang out. I can see why people think they got cut in when some random strolls into the shop being buddy buddy with the staff and gets called next.
I also see that some people docked stars for having too long of a wait. How is that their fault? The product is exceptional and the service is exceptional. Period.

I was in the Brea area for a wedding and was desperately in need of a haircut. I saw this place on Unilocal and loved the name. I got to the establishment on Friday and it was packed and I didn’t have a lot of time. I decided to come back and I am glad I did.
It’s a classic barbershop, so don’t expect a salon. It is reasonably priced as well. There are games on TVs, music playing in the background and good dudes cutting hair. I had a solid convo with my barber. I asked for a simple buzz and I received a buzz with a ton of care. The guys here take pride in doing great work. I got some solid life advice and a good discussion about social issues today.
If you get there when there is a line, stick around; it’s worth the wait.

Too many people come here but I’ll tell you why… they’re the best. I moved to Pasadena and haven’t been back in a year or so but I’m heading back to Brea because I’ve been everywhere for a Barber cut and these guys are the best.
Yeah there’s guy talk, sure guys bring beers, ok sometimes the homies get cut in line. It’s a men’s barbershop. Old School. But the quality of haircut will not be found anywhere else, I’ll drive 36 miles just for these guys. They’re all good. Been going to them since 2009 when I first shaved my head. Can’t wait to be back…

This is a MEN’S barber shop. No seriously, everybody that came in were guys. Maybe 1 mom bringing in her son. haha
Baseball on three different tvs. Sports decals and décor all over the walls and mirrors. Their clips and «tools» are all in tool closets. The only thing missing from this place is them serving beer.
The guys are pretty nice. However expect a wait time of 45−60min. This place is always busy, even when I came 30 minutes after their opening.
Maybe because they [my barber] spent nearly an hour on me. Crazy. Not sure if thats a good thing or not, but he was very detailed. Price is $ 15.
The bad: I was here for a total shy of 2 hours. Prepare to wait.
The good: Nice barbers. Detail oriented. Smells and feels like man (in a good way)!

Well, my lovely boyfriend has been stubbornly growing out his beard as he has been finishing up his PhD. He proclaimed about 6 months ago that he wasn’t cutting it until he defended his thesis or got a job interview (whichever came first). Since he is being flown to Portland, OR next week for an interview it was time… The Beard Must Go! We decided to take some beard glamour shots to commemorate the epicness that was on his face. Later, we met up with his brother who had also been growing his beard in a show of solidarity. Finally, we headed over to Straight Up Barber Shop in Brea to get these guys cleaned up. The guys there did a great job and now both guys have a fresh new look.
Thank you so much Straight Up Barber Shop for making my boyfriend a looker again!
Click link below to see pictures from our visit!