Grey Matter

Best barbershop I’ve been to in both LA & San Diego County.
Good vibe & experience
Great customer service
Easy to book appointments
Excellent results

Pat’s a new addition to the team, but he’s been my barber since the beginning of the year. He’s reliable, precise, and a cool fellow. He will take the time to make sure you’re feeling clean and sharp when it’s all said and done.
Check his stuff out below. Highly recommended.
#cutsbypat
WED | THURS 9a-​8p
IG: @ppacking

Such a dope vibe for my first time here! I recommend Pat Packing! He’s new but I’ve been getting my haircut from him for almost 5 years now wherever he’s working at. Fresh lines all the time!

I’ve had a different barber after every haircut until now! Grey matter is an awesome spot and my new favorite barbershop. Made an appointment with Norbert for a cut and beard shape. I gave a terrible explanation of what I wanted, he knew all the latest styles, he figured out exactly what I was trying to explain and executed it flawlessly. Norbert was super chill and unequivocally a professional.
I couldn’t be more pleased, in fact I was blown away at the friendly fam-​like vibe and the passion of their craft and yes CRAFT!!! Straight up awesome!!! Undoubtedly Top Notch!!!

I’ve been gettin faded by Joey for about four years now. All the other reviews already said what you need to hear, so this is all I’m gonna say. Much Love to Grey Matter.

If not the best, one of the best barbershops in the valley.
Everyone at the shop is professional and friendly. Once you step into the store they treat you with the upmost hospitality.
Personally, I go to Nor who’s located upstairs. He’s been cutting my hair since I was 15 and is hands down one of the best barbers I’ve ever had in my life. Unlike most barbers, he treats his haircuts as art and never fails to leave my hair looking like a masterpiece. He caters to your requests and always checks in with you throughout the haircut to see if everything is going towards your liking. It’s ridiculous how much better I look after one of his haircuts. It’s honestly borderline plastic surgery. Make sure to check him out and set an appointment ahead of time. You won’t regret it!

My boy Raymond Santos gives the best cuts around town. I’ve tried so many different barbers and salons, but non can compare to the attention and detail like Ray does. Always feelin fresh and like a new me after getting a cut from him. Definitely give him a try if you’re looking for something new, different, and special!

Marcus is my barber at Grey Matter. Does a great job. I like that he stays focused, doesnt speak too much to get distracted. Always focuses on your hair while cutting. Takes his time, and is always a great job.

I’m very picky with who I let cut my hair and even more uptight about who I let touch my beard! After searching on various IG accounts of barbers throughout so cal I came across Sofie’s account staygold31 and I was very impressed with her fades and even more impressed with the trimming and shaping of beards that she does. I was convinced that she’s going to be my barber for the foreseeable future! Even though it was an hour drive it was definitely worth it and one of the best cuts of my life!

The boy Ray got bars bruh I’m tellin y’all!!! Don’t sleep on the kid, best barber in LA

Grey Matter, More than just your ordinary barber shop. Come check the vibe for yourself. You got professionals that specialize in every haircut.
My name is Isaiah aka @EYETHEBARBER (IG) feel free to check out my work and set an appointment if you like what you see.
Isaiah.

So many talented barbers/​artists under one roof, its crazy. Its hard to find another barbershop in LA that’ll give you the same quality that these guys produce.
My goto barber is Ray Santos, and I really don’t trust anyone else with my hair (although I’m sure all the other barbers at GM are just as capable). Many of the other barbers I’ve been to just don’t put the time and attention into their craft like Ray does. Three weeks after a cut, my hair still looks prime, as opposed to other barber’s cuts which grow unclean in just a week. I take the time out of my busy schedule to make the hour and a half drive through LA traffic so he can get the job done right every time. If you plan to book an appointment, I recommend you ask for Ray and follow him on IG to see some of his work yourself: ray. santos
The shop itself is always kept clean and everyone there has good vibes. Its located in a nice loft styled building in North Hollywood. Just make sure you call the shop or go online to book a reservation because they don’t take walk ins. Check em out, you won’t be disappointed.

Daniel Winter is hands down one of the greatest barbers ever. My son has crazy hair and he comes out looking like a different little man every time. Daniel is very respectful, professional, and always very friendly. The quality of work and time he puts into every haircut is simply unbelievable.
The people that work at this shop have always been very welcoming, helpful, and friendly. It is such a relaxed atmosphere that I wouldn’t take my son anywhere else.

I came here for the first time several months ago. It was a big deal for me because I had been cutting my own hair for the last 15 years. I’m a regular now and I recommend GM.
Grey Matter
Several barbers work here. I’ve only had Vince cut my hair but all of them are legit. Nothing but positive vibes here.
Vince
I’m pretty picky and the only way I’d actually start to pay for haircuts is if I found someone that I felt was legit. I had been cutting my own hair because I felt like I was able to cut just as well as my last barber. Well, I can’t cut like Vince. Not even close. Super cool guy too.
PARKING
Parking on Cartwright can be tough. Lucky, there is also parking in the Main Street. I’d give parking a ³⁄₅

I’ve been going to Sofie for little over a year. Wherever she goes, i go. Always worth the drive. She takes her time and is meticulous. I love that! Sofie never disappoints! She has a great attitude and is very friendly. She knows how to connect with her clients and that makes a huge difference. No one wants a mute and $ 15 hair cut. LoL
I highly recommend Sofie and this shop. Such a chill spot and talented people.
Go check it out!

I actually found out about Grey Matter through social media and was following Julius for a while on IG. I had literally 6 years worth of hair on my head and I decided it was time for a MAJOR change. I mustered up the courage to make an appointment with Julius, and he made the magic happen.
He has an online booking site, which gives you e-​mail and text alerts when it’s close to your appointment date. It’s super convenient, especially for people like me who forgets things easily if not reminded.
Grey Matter is a barber shop located in The Studio loft spaces. It has a pretty cool vibe to the shop, and I’ve never seen so many talented barbers under one roof before.
Julius was super personable, and he cut and styled my hair exactly how I wanted it to look. He’s truly a master of his craft and his dedication shows because he really does take his time in providing clean, quality cuts.
Initially, I felt like my hair was a challenge. Julius gladly accepted that challenge and transformed my look completely. I can’t believe how a good haircut really can make a difference!
It’s a bit hard for me to come here often because I live in Vegas, but getting a haircut here is worth the 4 hour drive (a bit more if you’re suffering through the monotonous LA traffic) because you won’t leave disappointed… Since then, I’ve had barbers in Vegas cut my hair to clean the look up but I feel like it isn’t the same as getting a cut here at Grey Matter.
Every chance I get (schedule permitting), I try and see if I can squeeze an appointment in. This place is hands down one of the best barber shops I’ve been to! They have gained a loyal client out of me.

I made my appointment with Sofie after reading great reviews on here on a Friday morning. She did a wonderful haircut for me, and I will definitely recommend her to anyone needing a cut. She’s great to have a conversation with, the shop is clean and well kept. So stop reading this and make an appointment with Sofie already!
P.S.
She has a online appointment booking system. Don’t be hesitant with it, just use it you’ll be fine.

This is the best group of barbers/​hairstylists in Los Angeles… hands down. All super talented. All are super humble and chill. I have been going to Grey Matter since they opened having been a client of Vince Garcia for a couple of years now. Vince and his crew are tastemakers in the barbering world. They have the respect of the barber community worldwide with their innovations & techniques but they are some of the most humble folks I’ve met. I have nothing but respect for them… Vince, Julius, Joey, Nor, David, Tim, Daniel, Sofie & Ray are all super cool and very talented.
Vince cuts my hair and I wouldnt go anywhere else. I’m pretty damn picky and I vouch for Vince. His client list is long and distinguished but he treats all his clients first class when they’re in his chair… He will take care of you. I suggest making an appointment as they all have a lot of regular clients.
Grey Matter is a nice space. Located in a live/​work loft building in North Hollywood just off of Cahuenga. It’s 2 levels of talented hairstylists and barbers. Go check em out.

This was my first time at this spot. I dig the vibe all around. Not one dude or I shall say person passed me by and not look Hella Fresh. The haircuts from everyone there all look damn amazing to me.
I personally, get my haircut from Sofie — that’s MY goto girl barber. She is mean on those line ups and can really take her time perfecting the haircut. I never have had one bad hair cut or experience.
Super humble and chill. Place can be tricky for a first timer arriving but u just gotta call the place n boom ur in.
Over all I am a happy customer and really do value the art of those that work there.
I highly suggest this spot to all who are looking for an upgrade on there barber. :)

Love GREYMATTER! Chill place with chill barbers. Sofie is amazing! I’ve been getting my haircut by her for 2 years now and wouldn’t have it any other way. Thanks Sofie! :)
If you’re looking to get a hair cut, GREYMATTER is the place to go! Can’t find talented barbers like this anywhere else.