It’s not just the ladies in Abu Dhabi who like a makeover, and there aren’t many better ways to boost your confidence than with a natty new look. That’s why we’ve hunted down some of the best barbershops for men in Abu Dhabi.
Although the old-school short back and sides is back in fashion, men’s hairdressing has come a long way since the days of pointing at a picture on the wall and hoping for the best.
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Luckily, the capital is home to some of the best barbershops for men to get a great haircut and enjoy a little hard earned pampering, too. There are some brilliant stylists here in Abu Dhabi, so you can feel less guilty about cheating on your barber back at home.
Want to get in on the action? Here are the best barbershops for men in Abu Dhabi that you should check out, pronto.
Aziz Salon
Head to Boutik Mall on Reem Island and you can get a quick trim and a range of treatments at the welcoming and bright Aziz Salon. Founded in Lebanon, this place put down roots in Abu Dhabi back in 1981 and has been looking after gents ever since. The barbers will deliver the look you’re after, plus the salon offers a range of other grooming services, nail care and relaxing massages, too. Ready to book your appointment at one of the best barbershops for men in Abu Dhabi?
Open daily 10am-10pm. Boutik Mall, Reem Island, instagram.com/azizsalonuae, (02 627 7733).
Chaps & Co
This super-trendy and chic barbershop is relatively new to the city but it has already become a popular spot for guys looking to get styled. It’s become one of the best barbershops for men after establishing itself as a firm favourite in neighbouring Dubai where they have a number of locations. This is Chaps’ first venture in the capital. With decorative straight razors on the wall and cool vintage Belmont chairs, the shop is stylish and bang on-trend. Plus with a range of haircuts, beard and grooming services, you can get the style you want and walk out feeling your best.
Open Sat-Thu 11am-10pm, Fri 9am-7pm. The Abu Dhabi EDITION, Al Bateen, chapsandco.com (02 208 0500).
Gentleman’s Tonic
Embrace luxurious surroundings and head along to Gentleman’s Tonic in the middle of the stunning Emirates Palace. The lavish barbers, founded in London’s Mayfair in 2004, aims to offer the highest quality of sprucing up for men. Choose from a trim, beard shaping or skin treatments to upgrade your look and get pampered before getting to walk out of the gold-laden hotel with a smile on your face. Who wouldn’t want to be pampered at one of the best barbershops for men in Abu Dhabi?
Open Sat-Thu 11am-8pm. Emirates Palace, Corniche West, gentlemenstonic.com (02 690 7978).
Local
This barbershop, coffee spot and streetwear store is pretty unique and we’re big fans. It’s hard to smell those enticing aromas without being instantly drawn in to Local and its range of style treatments will also leave you full of beans. The venue welcomes guest barbers from time to time so you can get your hair cut by some of the best hairdressers from across the UAE. The resident dynamic duo Fazz and Chrissy can get quickly booked up so we advise making an appointment before dropping in to ensure you get a spot on their barber’s chairs.
Open daily 7am-10pm. Al Zeina, localco.ae (02 555 3339).
Manhattan Gents Salon
Hidden away on Reem Island this place is slightly off the beaten track but it provides a range of services to help men look their sharpest. The well-trained barbers offer a range of different shaves, haircuts and hair colouring services. You can also enjoy a choice of pampering services from manicures to pedicures and waxing to facials. So all you need to do is pick your treatments and make an appointment at one of the best barbershops for men in Abu Dhabi.
Open Fri-Sat 10am-10pm. Mangrove Palace, Reem Island, manhattangentssalon.com (050 722 0721).
Urban Male Lounge
This trendy spot, now with a new location at The Galleria Al Maryah Island, has been a popular spot to get a trim for a few years now. Also, with an array of different care options including massages, facials, manicures, pedicures and skin treatments you can make your visit bespoke and upgrade your look whatever you’re after. You can visit the lounge at the World Trade Center or make your way to Al Maryah Island to see what the latest incarnation has to offer.
Open Sun-Thu 10am-10pm, Fri-Sat 10am-midnight. Various locations including The Galleria Al Maryah Island and the World Trade Center Abu Dhabi, urbanmalelounge.com (800 865).
1847
As far as locations go, Saadiyat Beach Club is a fantastic one even if you have to make the journey from the other side of the city. 1847 is a classy barbershop, or grooming lounge as they describe themselves, and it provides a range of treatments for men. With haircuts, manicures, pedicures, massages and facials on offer you can get the full pampering treatment when you visit. When it comes to your hair, the barbers offer a range of cuts, shaves and colouring services so you can get that new look you were dye-ing to have.
Open daily 9am-9pm. Saadiyat Beach Club, Saadiyat Island, 1847formen.com (800 1847).
