Fade Inn

Fade and line looks professional, mine done from Sam. Experienced barbers, would highly recommend.

The hair cuts is great for what you pay. The reason I say that is because a lot of the time my hairline isn’t always perfect it’s not noticeable to other people (I think I’m just really particular about my hairline). It always looks good and have never had it unacceptable. The reason I always come back is because it’s $ 10 and you can’t beat a deal like that.

Nice Guys! Showed up right before they closed and hooked me up with a fade. Highly recommend.

I am related to several hairstylists, that are all retired now. I know what makes a good clip. Freddie at Fade-​In is talented with clippers and scissors. Today, I googled «Different Fades,» picked one out, and Freddie was able to create it. I’ve gotten a cut there with another stylist who also was happy to keep adjusting until I was happy with the cut.

So Im currently sitting here waiting for my time and I just decided to Unilocal about this.
I just recently moved to the subarbs but i been coming here for about 3 years now. 9 out of 10 times I get my favorite Barber, Joe. He knows exactly how I like my hair cut, there is never a need to explain to him. Dispite me living 45 mins away, I still come every two weeks for a cut. And despite im probably gonna be late for work, It doesn’t matter because Im always treated good here and the price makes it worth it. For $ 10 i leave each time feeling super confident. It’s definitely worth the drive.

My son and boyfriend get their fades here they always take their time but the outcome is wow. I recommend it. Their favorite Barber is named syed.

As the name states, its an Inn where one can find a solid fade. How well or prepared the barber is depends on or in whose chair you decide to sit because not every one of these barbers are trained exactly the same. I’ve had great, good and the worry-​some «I didn’t like it» cuts.
To help you get the cut you desire how about you read the following and see where you fall into.
You should stop by if:
You have long hair and have decided to go short.
You have any length of hair and want to go real short, (Google Black men haircuts)
You have short hair and want to keep it detailed and short.
You are bald or balding and need to keep that shit short. (I do and it’s maintained.)
**If you fall into the category of having any kind of hair length that you want to maintain and grow into something you’ve seen on TV, popular media etc You need to go to a damn salon, pay the higher end expense and deal with it. You can’t pay someone ten dollars and expect luxury.
It’s important to remember, it’s called Fade Inn and barber shops that specialize in faded cuts are doing this ²⁴⁄₇. If a fade is what you need then you need to stop on by. If you’ve seen a cut in public of a cut you’d like have done to you, snap a photo, Google it and grab a screen shot and bring that in. If they can manage it, someone here will be able to do it. There are some specialized barbers here with coordination and ability to perform that intricate cut you are looking for. Some can do accents, names, special characters or designs which are cut with a blade into your faded cut. Gang symbols and or other visuals which are of a foul manner will not be completed.
As with any barber shop there are good barbers, decent barbers and those that should be working the $ 5 dollar shops. Find the chair you like and remember the barbers name for the next time. Walking in as a newbie can be a hard decision with many chairs open, it’s hard to determine who you want working on your do. If you need a moment to decide have a seat and watch the next barber go into action.
Cheers!
(For more thorough info see my last review.) Most cuts are $ 10, it can be $ 15 plus if beard work is needed as well.

I guess its all in the name… If you want a fade and have short hair then this is definitely the place to go. If you have longer hair or want a different sort of haircut I’d steer clear. I wanted a jimmy darmody sort of haircut from Boardwalk Empire. Even brought in a few pictures. They messed it up so bad I ended up just shaving my head and starting from scratch. 4 Months latter still trying to grow it back out.

if you really don’t care how your hair is going to look and you can only spend 10 bucks this is the place. i got a hair cut few days ago and my wounds are still trying to heal. and no i will never go there again

Good fade, nice and tight
Service a little stand offish, for a Saturday only 20 minute wait can’t go wrong for $ 10, will be back

Not sure why this place is so highly reviewed. First visit and I was unlucky to get a guy that had no customer (should of know something was wrong with so many ppl waiting to get a cut and half the barbers with nothing to do). Guy asks what I want and I specifically tell him twice no buzz cut. So he gives me one anyways.
If you are looking for a cheap buzz cut then I guess this place will do. If you are looking for anything else avoid this place.

I come here all the way from Uptown just to get my haircut. That’s how legit this place is. No one else fades like they do. Nuff said.

The best fade my husband has ever had. The guys doing it was very non-​conversational. To the point that, when my husband asked questions, like «how long have you worked here?» etc, the barber turned off the shaver in a huff and just about told him to shut up. That said– he did a great job, his focus was much appreciated.
My hubby’s hair isn’t the easiest to cut but this guy worked as if he was sculpting an ice sculpture. The artistry! Oh my. The environment was intimidating to me but my hubby seemed fine. I previously took him to an all men’s fancy salon (45 haircut) and I found it lovely and he was intimidated. So I guess it’s good for men not so much women. Also the haircut was only $ 10!

Only $ 10 for a haircut and they do a great job. I’ve gotten my haircut twice here and I’ve been satisfied both times. Last time I went was a Thursday night and it was very crowded, but they had enough people working so that I got seated quickly. I got a number two fade and got lined up. The lining was perfect. Definitely going back if I decide to get another fade.

I appreciate a nice establishment that can execute a fade haircut. This isn’t like going to Sport Clips where they give you an uneven haircut with a bad fade. The haircut is exactly what I asked for. The guy who cut my hair asked me a few questions beforehand to make sure he knew what I wanted and he continued asking me questions throughout the cut.
I went on a Saturday and was expecting to have to wait a while but I was seated instantly. Most places like this only have 4 barbers max but this place must have at least 10 so there was no wait which was nice. I was probably only there for about 20 minutes which is unheard of when you go to these types of places where the wait can up to an hour long.
The staff/​barbers were all very friendly. The place was in pretty nice shape and seemed to be pretty clean. The biggest surprise when I went to pay and it was only $ 10!!!

I woke up on Wednesday morning, looked in the mirror and Nick Nolte’s mug shot was looking back at me. Google it… scary. So I had to find a close place that could make quick work of my fugly mop.
So I checked out Unilocal and like any smart consumer, I chose this place based on its name.
I called ahead to make sure they had room for me and my grotesque mane and they did. With disgust in his eyes, the poor barber led me to his chair and asked me what I wanted. I said something to the effect of «This is the Fade Inn, right? Fade me up!» He didn’t laugh. Note to self: don’t tell any more «When in Rome» jokes.
The clippers were a blur as a dead squirrel-​shaped pile slowly materialized on the floor. But he didn’t stop there, no sir. He then look command of my beard like a pirate seizing a boat full of gold – short, pubey locks of reddish-​gold.
When the deed was done, I was 5 lbs. lighter, better looking, faster, stronger and finally a contribution to society. The price: $ 10. The tip: $ 5.
My advice: get faded!

Update 9÷1÷2011:
Just got the worst haircut of my life! They have like 10 barbers and got one that was open… this guy had no idea what a fade is. The guy is doing stuff I didnt even ask for. I asked for a simple fade, i left with a crew cut cuz of all the mistakes he had to correct left me with little hair to be able to mask his mistakes.
I will probably never go back to this place… or if I do, I will make sure to ask for a familiar barber. Unbelievable!

This barber shop suits me pretty well. Fast, cheap and in style.
I only paid ten dollars for my fade/​line-​up, was seated in a chair immediately upon entry, and was out of there in about fifteen minutes.
Staying on the south side, and working in the west ‘burbs makes coming here a bit of a hassle. And with decent places much closer, I may not make the journey here too often. But that is the only reason. Otherwise, nothing else would stop me from coming here for every haircut.

Fade Inn is my new fav. barber shop! I used to go to a couple of diff. barbers in the Irving Park area… but I decided to hit up Fade Inn.
Got a clean fade and line up. They also use the straight razor to make your line up super clean. I went to Saeed, and was not disappointed. There is usually parking on the street, right in front of the shop. Check out this place, I’m sure you will be happy walking out with a fresh cut.

Saturday, 8:30 AM: *looks in the mirror* «Hmm… I think I need to get a hair cut and get cleaned up a bit. I should go check out this place that my co-​worker recommended… she drives all the way from Plainfield for her boys and her husband to get a cut… why not check it out?»
Saturday, 9:15 AM: «Wow! Look at all this street parking! And a McDonald’s just down the street for me to enjoy a McMuffin after my new clean look. I can dig it.»
Saturday, 9:20 AM: «How would you like your hair cut?» «Just something clean and professional looking. I typically go a ½ or 1 on the sides, and scissors for the top so it’s just short enough to manage.»
Saturday, 9:30 AM: *Barber holds up mirror* «How’s that look for you?» «Nice. Thanks for the cut!» «That’ll be ten dollars.» *exits the store with a fresh cut, and ready to enjoy a delicious McMuffin.
So let’s break this down:
Pros:
Plenty of street parking
Quick efficient cut (for guys at least)
Had absolutely no wait at 9:20 AM, and there were at least four other barbers lounging around waiting for customers.
Cheap haircut! ($ 10 bucks for guys? That’s definitely affordable.)
Cons (at least for me):
Barber spoke with all the other barbers, (not sure what language) but really didn’t try to strike up conversation with me once he knew how to cut my hair.
Cut the sides of my hair much shorter than I had expected… (think almost a buzz cut), however I’ve gotten some compliments on it so perhaps he has a pretty good eye for style?
Would I ultimately go back?
Absolutely. For the price, speed, and quality, the the combination was well worth it. I don’t need the barber/​stylist to fawn over me… I just need a good hair cut when I’m finished in the end. Granted I do enjoy the nice scalp wash/​massage that Hair Cuttery offers, these guys are just cheap, good cuts, and quick. Perfect for the busy individual.