Pete’s Barber Shop

I went to Pete’s shop after hearing all the hoopla about Pete and Mike and how great they are. I like a great haircut and some are masters of their craft. Unfortunately, for me it was not a good experience at Pete’s. Needless to say neither Pete (was on vacation) nor Mike cut my hair it was cut by another guy that I doubt knows what he’s doing. I allowed this other barber to cut my hair since is being written that Pete refused to have an extra chair in the past due to wanting to have only the best of the best. I am sorry but I am not feeling my haircut. I like to feel my haircut, I like change, I like to know it was done with care and professionalism. Since, there’s no number to call and ask for a redo I am now forced to spend more money and go elsewhere to get my hair fix. What a waste of time and effort. I’m glad many others got the right barber at Pete’s but I got stuck with an apprentice.

My fourth favorite bar.
Run by the biggest jags in the business.
Nothing further.

I moved to Chicago last July and I’ve tried a different salon or barber shop every month since I got here. Finally I found my spot!!! One of the worst things about moving is finding a new place to get your hair did. So glad I kept searching because Pete’s is the best. Ever! I had no idea I was using shampoo and conditioner the wrong way my entire life! I always knew something was wrong because my hair was so puffy and my scalp was dry but I didn’t know how to fix it. I just thought that’s the way it was. At Pete’s they actually give you a consultation on how to properly care for your hair and also how to style your hair. I have two «swirleys» on the back of my head and I never knew how to part my hair the right way. Pete’s showed me how! They gave me an awesome cut, they have the best hair care products, and hilarious banter. Oh yeah, and they also have free beer (that doesn’t suck). I love this place and I’m so glad I finally found my spot for as long as I’m in Chicago. Thanks Pete’s!!!

It certainly doesn’t get any better than this place. After my haircut I realized that I should care more about my hair and take better care of it. No doubt thanks to these guys.

Excellent haircut, attention to detail is evident, and a great lesson in hair care. Mike knew what needed to happen before I could even tell him the issues I was having with my hair. You can tell these guys are passionate about what they do. They maintain high standards but provide a chill, laid back environment complete with 90s punk/​ska and complimentary coffee. Pete is a very involved owner, he inspected every haircut going out and I was impressed to see that he’s the kind of owner who is not above cleaning up after his guys while they work. Definitely a cohesive team dynamic. I’ve found my new barbershop in Chicago.

This place comes as advertised. The only negative is that it is a pain in the ass to get to from where I live, but that’s not going to stop me from going. I had quite a beard going, but it was made clear to me that I would be trimming it somewhat for my impending wedding. So, I went to the shop that used to cut my hair when I had hair to cut. And that was my first time having a barber trim my beard, and when I got home, I could tell that it didn’t look like it should, and it certainly didn’t look how I wanted it to for my wedding. So, I turned to the good folks of Unilocal who steered me here. Yes, I did have to wait, but I knew that going in. And for $ 10 lousy dollars, I got about 20 minutes in the chair, all the while getting a great education on proper beard care, a detailed description of how I had been trimming my beard improperly, and a straight razor neck shave. If you have a beard and want it tended to properly, have zero hesitation about going to Pete’s and having it done right.

I like needed a haircut one time, I guess so I asked Pete «Hey Pete, I need a haircut. And stuff. You know, right?» And Pete was all like «YOLO Swag homeboy, I totes cut hair whenevs! You just write you name on da white board on the wall, the one with a cock on it and just chill the fuck out on the couch and shit yo.» Then like Pete’s brother from another vagina, Mike went on all like «Yeah, barbershops are known for doing haircuts and shit, so you’re good. Just chill and enjoy a cup of coffee or whatever, we’ll fix your mop once a chair is empty.» And so like yeah, that’s what’s up.
–Dictated. Not read.
Sincerely,
O.G.

I’ve been following Pete’s on Instagram for some time now. As the great-​grand daughter of an old school Italian barber I appreciate their commitment to doing things the right way, and their obvious love of the art. My son hates getting his hair cut, and we usually let it go until he starts to look like an English pop star, then we take him to one of those $ 5 places and get him shorn like a sheep. We were going to a wedding, though, and I wanted him to look handsome so I took him to Pete’s. Pete was very patient with my squirming nine year old, and made him look dapper AF if I do say so myself. My great-​grandpa Teno would have been proud of my son Teno’s snazzy hair.

While I did not receive a shave or a haircut, I went with my husband who did and spent time observing the dynamics, service, procedures and exploring interior. This is a perfect place for every man in search of an excellent and unique barber shop. It is fun, straight forward, well thought out place. If you haven’t been, you are missing out.

literally the chillest place in chi to get a cut, make sure you shampoo and conditioner everyday otherwise Mike and Pete’ll tear you a new butthole. Great cuts and hair advice for those that don’t know how to take care of their hair. only place I get cuts at when I’m in Chicago!!!

This is the first five start rating that I truly believe in. It was like a brand new experience and I have to say going to a barbershop will never be the same.
First off if you drive by you’d never know they were open. They like keeping the blinds closed so be prepared for that. Two, the wait is as long as it says in the reviews. I got there around 5:30 and didn’t get out until after closing. Three the ambiance is pretty laid back. They joke around and have a bunch of retro 70’s zombie stuff on the walls. Plus free coffee and beer in the back.
Compliments are not a given here as these guys are real dudes. They made fun of my puffy stand up straight asian hair. I always thought its how it grew, then they started grilling me on hair care products and how often I use them. I use the cheapest old spice 2 in 1 shampoo and use it once maybe twice a day depending on if I go to the gym or not. They immediately started ripping on me and told me never shampoo more than once or twice a week. Conditioner is key. Buy salon grade conditioner and use it once a day. Never shampoo your beard only condition it. Shampooing it dries the hair out, conditioning it will allow the natural oils to stay in and keep the hair smoother and healthier. Hmm… fair enough.
The guy cutting my hair then started making fun of my alfafa sprouts on the back of my head. Do you want to know why that happens? Then he moved my part on my head from the left to the right. The back of your head dictates when your split should go and I was doing it wrong the whole time! He moved it and then the back of my hair laid flat! Couldn’t believe it.
He ended up styling my hair, conditioned it to show me what a good grade conditioner felt like and then put some really good quality pomade in that made it shiny on the onset and then as it dried it left a matte finish. Love these dudes. Couldn’t stop smiling even if they are just two bro’s spending all day broing out and being bros about hair brocare.
Come here if you need some schooling on haircair for men. This isn’t your typical run of the mill barbershop. Oh and for $ 28 bucks plus tip it was well worth the wait.
CONDITIONER EVERY DAY! SHAMPOO ONCE A WEEK!

Can not say enough good things about this place. The shop has an amazing set up. You won’t get done quick because of their solid first come first serve policy so have a seat read some books (Comics) play the Xbox and chill. The service is second to none and the barbers (Pete and Mike) know their stuff. Be laid back and check your sensetive at the door and it will be an awesome experience.

I’ve been going here since the shop opened 4 years ago, and it’s like no other barber shop in the city, or the country for that matter.
Beer in the fridge, Xbox and DVDs on the tube, and a variety of awesome music on the speakers.
The barbers (and customers for that matter) are hilarious.
The owner Pete makes plenty of jokes, but when it comes to hair, he’s as serious as a heart attack. He will take the time to TEACH you how to care for your hair and skin.
The wait times can be long, so get in as early as possible. It’s worth the wait.

Excellent service and phenomenal haircuts. The environment is laid-​back and relaxed, with an X-​Box and beer in the back room. Pete and Mike are the two main barbers, although you won’t always see them both there at the same time. Their banter with the customers and each other is good, and their style and product advice is better. It’s no wonder they have such loyal fans.
Unfortunately, those fans can be almost too loyal. While I’m glad that Pete’s is successful, their popularity has led to long wait times, and the inability to make an appointment or often even call ahead only makes it worse. If and when they hire another barber or start utilizing a reservation-​making app they’ll be my go-​to barber hands-​down, but until then my enthusiasm for Pete’s, apparently unlike many other young men in the area, will be quelled.

I just got home from a cut at Pete’s. I normally am the guy that just wants to go in and out as soon as possible. Even avoid conversation if possible in order to just get through my day.
I got to Pete’s and while waiting read about the long wait times but that it was worth it.
I figured, let’s see if it’s true.
Before I knew it I was chuckling at the conversations and friendly vibe that was going on.
I suggested the haircut I wanted and Pete was honest with me and told me I need to work on the quality of my hair before I can attempt the style I was suggesting. He gave me tips and provided me a haircut that is close to what I wanted considering my hair isn’t conditioned or ready for the style I requested.
It’s the best haircut I’ve had in years.

Pete and Mike are haircare and beard care gurus. I come here for their exceptional skill and quality products. I use their Medieval Spice beard oil.
Free beer while you wait.
And they’re hilarious.
Not only 5 stars, I know of no other barbershop on par with them.

Check Pete’s out yesterday for the first time and certainly not the last! Got a great cut from Kevin and he hooked me up with plenty of hair care wisdom.
The first words out of my fiancée’s mouth when I got back were «I want you looking like that for our wedding!». I will definitely be returning.

Best haircut and a great educational experience I’ve ever had. Period.
Never have I walked out of a salon/​Barber Shop with actual knowledge of what works for me… Not just what’s recommended.
Pete’s the best. I’ll never go anywhere else.

I’m not sure who I like better, Mike or Pete, but they’ve both gave me a cut, and, they’re both great.
First time in there went something like this — «so what are we doing today?»
Me– «I’m not sure»
«what do you mean you’re not sure?»
Me-«No one knows how to cut my hair»
«how could anyone know how to cut your hair if you don’t know what you want?! How old are you?»
Me– «28»
Lol, they’re aces at their game. It’s funny how my appt turned into a life changing event of them calling me out on not knowing what I want in life (they’re right) and how my incompetent hairdressers in the past 1. Comb my hair to the wrong side and 2. never told me to condition it every day and shampoo only once a week.
Haha cheers guys. I’ll be back soon

Thanks to Pete I broke the habit of daily shampoo.
I didn’t expect the attention to detail that I received. The barbers there are both knowledgeable and friendly (ball busting but still friendly).
This barber shop caught me off guard. I didn’t expect a consultation but it was positive nonetheless.
I hope to see this shop in business for a long time.