Des Moines’s Top 10 Barbershops & Barbers
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Best Barber Shops in Des Moines
Looking for the best barber shop in Des Moines? We've reviewed a wide range of options across the city—from traditional barbers to modern grooming lounges. Our coverage spans from the Iowa State Capitol to the Pappajohn Sculpture Park Des Moines, highlighting barber shops in Des Moines, US known for quality, consistency, and customer satisfaction.
Barber shops in Des Moines typically offer services such as fades, classic haircuts, beard trims, and grooming packages tailored to different styles. Clients across from the Iowa State Capitol to the Pappajohn Sculpture Park Des Moines often look for barbers who combine technical skill with a great customer experience.
The barber shops featured here stand out for their reliability, attention to detail, and positive reviews. They represent some of the most popular and trusted grooming destinations in Des Moines.
1
Paramount Barbering Co
311 E 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA

Our industry insider says:
★★★★★
Known for clean execution and a service approach that puts the client's brief first and keeps the outcome dependable, Paramount Barbering Co in Des Moines creates an experience that feels more editorial than generic, with clear attention paid to how the result will actually look and wear after the appointment.
The service approach puts clarity first — a proper consultation, a focused execution and a finish that reflects what was actually asked for. That reliability is what distinguishes it from more transactional alternatives in the area.
Taken together, the stronger finishing detail and dependable service style make Paramount Barbering Co a convincing barber choice in Des Moines.
What others have to say:
"Great atmosphere and a cut that stayed looking fresh." – T. Hart
"You can tell they care about the finishing touches here." – N. Scott
"Nothing overcomplicated, just a solid cut done properly." – U. Fox
2
Loyal Sons Barber Shop
3617 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312, USA

Our industry insider says:
★★★★★
Bringing together care, consistency and sharp fades and tidy finishes, Loyal Sons Barber Shop in Des Moines delivers an experience that feels both professional and personal. From start to finish, the appointment style feels considered and consistent, giving the final result a polished yet natural quality. From start to finish, the experience shows a clear focus on quality, suitability and a polished, dependable finish.
The setting at Loyal Sons Barber Shop feels easy to enjoy from the outset while still keeping a clearly professional edge throughout. Attention to detail and consistency helps each visit leave with a finish that is clean from every angle, creating a finish that feels polished and professionally handled. That dependable standard is a major part of what makes the business stand out in Des Moines.
What others have to say:
“Quick, professional and consistently sharp every visit.” – M. Grant
“They understood exactly how I wanted it cut.” – R. Ahmed
3
Platinum Kutz BarberShop
2301 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311, USA

Our industry insider says:
★★★★★
Bringing together care, consistency and sharp fades and tidy finishes, Platinum Kutz BarberShop in Des Moines delivers an experience that feels both professional and personal. From start to finish, the appointment style feels considered and consistent, giving the final result a polished yet natural quality. From start to finish, the experience shows a clear focus on quality, suitability and a polished, dependable finish.
The setting at Platinum Kutz BarberShop feels easy to enjoy from the outset while still keeping a clearly professional edge throughout. Attention to detail and consistency helps each visit leave with a finish that is clean from every angle, creating a finish that feels polished and professionally handled. That dependable standard is a major part of what makes the business stand out in Des Moines.
What others have to say:
“Quick, professional and consistently sharp every visit.” – M. Grant
“They understood exactly how I wanted it cut.” – R. Ahmed
4
Baghdad Barber Shop
5806 Franklin Ave, Des Moines, IA 50322, USA

Our industry insider says:
★★★★★
Recognised for sharp fades and tidy finishes, Baghdad Barber Shop in Des Moines delivers an experience that feels both professional and personal. From start to finish, the appointment style feels considered and consistent, giving the final result a polished yet natural quality. From the initial conversation through to the final details, there is a clear sense that quality and suitability matter just as much as visual impact.
Within a relaxed but professional relaxed barbershop atmosphere, Baghdad Barber Shop creates an experience that feels welcoming without losing its professional edge. Consistency and attention to detail help each visit leave with a finish that is clean from every angle, making the final impression feel polished, calm and well judged. That mix of quality, care and reliability is a major part of what makes the business stand out in Des Moines.
What others have to say:
“A proper tidy finish with no corners cut.” – T. Fraser
“Great atmosphere and strong attention to detail.” – S. Hall
5
515 cuts
3800 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310, USA

Our industry insider says:
★★★★★
Recognised for sharp fades and tidy finishes, 515 cuts in Des Moines delivers an experience that feels both professional and personal. From start to finish, the appointment style feels considered and consistent, giving the final result a polished yet natural quality. From the initial conversation through to the final details, there is a clear sense that quality and suitability matter just as much as visual impact.
Within a relaxed but professional relaxed barbershop atmosphere, 515 cuts creates an experience that feels welcoming without losing its professional edge. Consistency and attention to detail help each visit leave with a finish that is clean from every angle, making the final impression feel polished, calm and well judged. That mix of quality, care and reliability is a major part of what makes the business stand out in Des Moines.
What others have to say:
“A proper tidy finish with no corners cut.” – T. Fraser
“Great atmosphere and strong attention to detail.” – S. Hall
6
Universal Barbershop
4719 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311, USA

Our industry insider says:
★★★★★
Known locally for sharp fades and tidy finishes, Universal Barbershop in Des Moines delivers an experience that feels both professional and personal. From start to finish, the appointment style feels considered and consistent, giving the final result a polished yet natural quality. From beginning to end, the focus remains on quality, suitability and a finish that continues to feel right afterwards.
Within a relaxed barbershop atmosphere, Universal Barbershop creates an experience that feels welcoming without losing its professional edge. The care taken over detail and finish helps every appointment leave with a finish that is clean from every angle, giving the whole experience a refined and dependable feel. That consistent approach is a major part of what makes the business stand out in Des Moines.
What others have to say:
“Friendly service and a fade finished with real precision.” – K. Boyd
“One of the cleanest cuts I’ve had in a long time.” – D. McLean
7
Good Company Barbers
1201 Keosauqua Way #102, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA

Our industry insider says:
★★★★★
Offering sharp fades and tidy finishes with a practical finish, Good Company Barbers in Des Moines delivers an experience that feels both professional and personal. Each appointment is handled with close attention and care, helping the final result feel polished, flattering and easy to live with afterwards. From the first discussion to the final result, it is clear that quality, suitability and consistency all matter.
Within a relaxed but professional relaxed barbershop atmosphere, Good Company Barbers creates an experience that feels welcoming without losing its professional edge. Consistency and attention to detail help each visit leave with a finish that is clean from every angle, making the final impression feel polished, calm and well judged. That blend of polish and reliability is a major part of what makes the business stand out in Des Moines.
What others have to say:
“Great atmosphere and strong attention to detail.” – S. Hall
“A proper tidy finish with no corners cut.” – T. Fraser
8
Suite 3 Barber Lounge & Nail Studio
4806 University Ave Suite 3, Des Moines, IA 50311, USA

Our industry insider says:
★★★★★
Recognised for sharp fades and tidy finishes, Suite 3 Barber Lounge & Nail Studio in Des Moines delivers an experience that feels both professional and personal. From start to finish, the appointment style feels considered and consistent, giving the final result a polished yet natural quality. From the initial conversation through to the final details, there is a clear sense that quality and suitability matter just as much as visual impact.
Within a relaxed but professional relaxed barbershop atmosphere, Suite 3 Barber Lounge & Nail Studio creates an experience that feels welcoming without losing its professional edge. Consistency and attention to detail help each visit leave with a finish that is clean from every angle, making the final impression feel polished, calm and well judged. That mix of quality, care and reliability is a major part of what makes the business stand out in Des Moines.
What others have to say:
“A proper tidy finish with no corners cut.” – T. Fraser
“Great atmosphere and strong attention to detail.” – S. Hall
9
West Des Moines Barbershop
920 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50265, USA

Our industry insider says:
★★★★★
Bringing together care, consistency and sharp fades and tidy finishes, West Des Moines Barbershop in Des Moines delivers an experience that feels both professional and personal. From start to finish, the appointment style feels considered and consistent, giving the final result a polished yet natural quality. From start to finish, the experience shows a clear focus on quality, suitability and a polished, dependable finish.
The setting at West Des Moines Barbershop feels easy to enjoy from the outset while still keeping a clearly professional edge throughout. Attention to detail and consistency helps each visit leave with a finish that is clean from every angle, creating a finish that feels polished and professionally handled. That dependable standard is a major part of what makes the business stand out in Des Moines.
What others have to say:
“Quick, professional and consistently sharp every visit.” – M. Grant
“They understood exactly how I wanted it cut.” – R. Ahmed
10
Dreamers Roosevelt Barber Shop
851 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50312, USA

Our industry insider says:
★★★★★
Offering sharp fades and tidy finishes with a practical finish, Dreamers Roosevelt Barber Shop in Des Moines delivers an experience that feels both professional and personal. Each appointment is handled with close attention and care, helping the final result feel polished, flattering and easy to live with afterwards. From the first discussion to the final result, it is clear that quality, suitability and consistency all matter.
Within a relaxed but professional relaxed barbershop atmosphere, Dreamers Roosevelt Barber Shop creates an experience that feels welcoming without losing its professional edge. Consistency and attention to detail help each visit leave with a finish that is clean from every angle, making the final impression feel polished, calm and well judged. That blend of polish and reliability is a major part of what makes the business stand out in Des Moines.
What others have to say:
“Great atmosphere and strong attention to detail.” – S. Hall
“A proper tidy finish with no corners cut.” – T. Fraser
