Scout’s Barbershop

I have visited twice, this being the second time. I Like it.

This place is hit or miss. I only go there for a beard trim. Sometimes you get someone who uses scissors and a comb and actually pays attention to what they’re doing and other times you get someone that just picks up an electric razor and after 3 seconds asks «how’s that»?
You can’t beat their prices and they carry good products but be wary of the stylists.

The staff here are good people and talented, which makes it hard to write this. But as a customer, your time isn’t respected here. Today I walk in and request a specific stylist, I’m told the wait will be an hour and a half, I say ok and put my name down. 2 hours later, I’m still waiting, when suddenly my stylist packs up her things and starts getting her own hair styled by someone else. This confuses me, I inform front desk of my confusion, and they inform me that her shift’s over. Front desk guy is nice and tries to be accommodating… but wow. Poor organization and poor communication.

New to town, heard this place was great. As advised I called in and had my name put on the list.
As expected with a popular shop there are people who want to go there! Who would have thought?! People, if you expect calling in to make you first in line please buy a clue at your next opportunity. I showed up gave my name and took a seat.
Called a few minutes later and Stephanie, the awesome girl who cut my hair, did a great job. I wasn’t sure what I wanted but went away with a clean fade and a great beard trim.
The music playing was excellent. The hair and beard products were on point. The clothing you could buy were stylish but not too cliché. The only complaint I had was about the iced coffee. No, it wasn’t offering but I asked for one to go when I left. It was undrinkable. I love great coffee and I know Barista Parlor is supposed to be top notch but that was just bad coffee. I should have opted for a beer when I sat down. I’ll be back for sure.

Connor said I could call back before I came and put my name on the list. Called several times at 5 and got the answering machine. Ran over here (literally since I’m from out of town) and put my name on the list at 5.30 when he said the wait would be 40 minutes. After an hour he told it would be 20 – 30 minutes. It’s now 7 and there’s still 3 people ahead of me and I’m about to leave. Get someone who can guesstimate better.
Thanks for nothing.
Jordan M

Only took her 5 minutes from start to finish. I got home and saw that she missed cleaning up my whole neckline which I had to finish… For paying close to $ 30 after tip it was a joke. Won’t be back.

After moving to Nashville 3 months ago, I figured it was finally time to get a hair cut. So I found Scout’s and dropped by.
Since I have trouble describing what I want, I have a picture on my phone (of me) to show exactly what I like.
The stylist that was working on me rushed through and didn’t produce what I wanted. Then, she styled it like the slicked back parted hair cut that most guys have now.
I’ll say this, she did a great job trimming my beard.
But I didn’t feel listened to. I didn’t feel like she was even interested in me. She barely even glanced at the picture I provided. I actually had to ask her her name after about ten minutes when she didn’t offer it.
All that to say, I’ll be spending (hopefully less) money to have my hair fixed somewhere else and won’t be back.
UPDATE: Went to a different place to get my hair fixed today. Turns out the stylist at Scout’s had made both my neckline and sides crooked. Wow.

Let’s just cut to the chase. The only thing they advertise on their website that’s accurate is the cool interior décor. That’s it. I was never offered any complimentary drinks, called ahead an hour, Still had to wait and on top of that all they guy barbers skipped me on the list so I had to wait on the girl barber. Unisex what? She did a real hack job to my hair too. Bangs are crooked and loose hair sticking out from everywhere. If you’re a guy you’re golden. girls beware. Pay the extra money for the cut, color, and ambiance and take your butt somewhere else.

The coolest place to get your hair cut. While you wait they treat you to a complimentary Fat Bottom Brew beer or an iced coffee from the Barista Parlor. I visited here a couple of weeks ago, and @skylargregg did an excellent job. Now Im treating my boy to a hair cut, while I get treated to a cold Fat Bottom Brew

Well it’s official. I thought I could give them another go but they are now overly hipster. This call ahead thing is ridiculous. What about customers that come in and just want a nice haircut? It’s not really even an «appointment «. There were two stylists standing there having a conversation! And unfortunately the last two times I have been there they have favored male clients. Sorry Scouts but I miss the old you when you first opened.

Don’t go here if you’re looking for quality and time spent making your hair like you want it
For a «barbershop» this place sucks. The girl spent like 10 minutes on my hair. The layering looks terrible. This might as well be a Great Clips.
She started taking off the apron before even asking me if I liked my hair cut, and even after asking her to layer it a little short, it still looks terrible.
Never again. I’ll go to a barber shop where they take more time.

Very well pleased! I was out of town and looking for a haircut. This place was close to where I was staying and the pictures looked phenomenal. Im originally from California and currently living in Washington DC. All I can say is this place blows many places out of the water for what’s given at this price point!
Came in on a Tuesday before noon with no one there. Barbers are just chilling on phones with not too many people there. I’m warmly greeted by one of the co-​owners at the front desk and promptly asked for my choice of drink (beer or ice brew coffee). I’m taken to the chair by another one of the co-​owners from Seattle. Just an all around enjoyable experience with conversation, great hip décor and excellent haircut. (Pictures coming soon) for just under $ 30, a little more expensive then what I’m used to paying, but the experience was more than worth it.
Summary:
–great vibes, great people, great service, great cut. Highly recommended.

Besides Scouts itself being a really cool place, Josh was great! And he is hilarious! Super caring about the vision I had for my haircut and really thoughtful. I chopped probably close to 10inches off which could be scary for some girls, and after he double triple checked that I was cool with cutting so much hair off, he was really supportive about going with the new look. I like the walk-​in concept, and I’m sure you’re lucky with whoever you end up getting styled by. It’s reasonably priced, too, and then you can go celebrate with a beer next door.
Only issue was that the front desk was awkward/​impersonal and I had no idea drinks were available (I asked for water).

Put my name on the list and was told it would be a 15 minute wait. After 30 minutes and multiple people being called who arrived after me I went back up to the receptionist asked when my name would be called and she said she accidentally crossed it off without calling it out. She said I would be next. When someone else was called before me I told her I had to leave and walked out. She offered an insincere apology for the wasted 40 minutes of my day. It looked like the stylists were doing quality work but I can only speculate as the receptionist couldn’t do her job correctly or just didn’t care.

Have been going here for a few months now and always use Chris. He’s a cool dude and takes his time.
Prices on oar with other places and they offer free beer or other beverages.

I am really pleased. I finally found a place that can cut my thick hair and style it the way I want.
Atmosphere: The only gripe I have is the parking. Very little space to get in and out of this place. Other than that everything is perfect.
As soon I stepped in I was welcomed and greeted with a beverage of my choice. The shop is very trendy and has a rustic/​East Nashville like feel to it for sure. I also liked how I could just walk in and didn’t have to book my haircut a month in advance. Great atmosphere.
Haircut: Kailie (I hope I’m spelling that correctly) cut my hair, and she did a fabulous job. I wanted something new so I showed her a photo of what I wanted and she got it down right! More importantly she consulted with me and made sure that every detail was taken care of. I was very impressed. She is also a great conversationalist. I was very pleased and will officially be a regular at Scout’s. Lastly, the price. Yes, it is a bit expensive. However, If you want the best you have to pay for it. These people know their craft, and their passion shows. There are no gimmicks here, no cigar rooms, no spa therapy. Just a perfect haircut.
Overall, if you want a top of the line haircut without salon prices at a laid back place this is your stop.

I have been to Scout’s three times now because it is convenient My conclusion is that the only great thing about the place is the free beer. The basis for going there haircuts — is NOT nor is the customer service. From reading the reviews on here it appears pretty obvious some are from the owner/​stylists/​their friends.
1 Visit: Male stylist, nice guy. I clearly explained what I wanted and that I had a small bald spot on the right side of my head so please leave it a little longer there. Even Great clips stylists can handle leaving this; its not complicated. Guy cut it too short, exposing bald spot and apologized.
2 Visit: Female stylist, also nice and personable: Enjoyed the shampoo/​condition as she did the scalp massage. But she also cut the spot too short and left the bald spot exposed. I don’t understand it; I guess they just don’t listen. I vowed to never come back.
3 Visit: I wanted to get a haicut tonight and it was the only place that I could find open so I gave it one last try. The website says open until 8:00. I arrived tonight at 7:30pm. Door was locked and closed sign up. Two stylists were inside and one didn’t have a customer so I stood at door. No one came. Then I called them on cell; they came to door and explained that owner had just put the closed sign up so it she could not cut my hair. I responded apologizing that I had come near close and offered to tip her and additional $ 20 to cut my hair. She again said no and blamed it on the owner who I then saw at the register. I go to my car and call the store because I am frustrated…
I asked her if they close at 7:30 or 8:00 like their website. She said they close at 8. I explained I was just turned away at 7:30. She responded saying it was because everyone had a customer; flat out lying. I explained they did not have customers and gave up.
Conclusion: Do not go here! Poor haircuts and poor customer service.

Men, are you tired of the same-​o-​same-​o barbershops with sports paraphernalia pinned to the walls, three TV’s with the football game on, and 60-​year-​old men cutting your hair? Want something fun and different? Then come to Scout’s Barbershop in east Nashville!
The barber I used to see died about a year ago (RIP Chuck), so I’d been been barber hopping up until I discovered Scout’s. This place is truly awesome.
When you walk in, you’re immediately greeted and offered a free – yes you heard me correctly – beer or coffee! I definitely recommend the American red ale. If you’re wearing a coat, you’ll be offered to have it removed by one of the barbers or the cashier. Oh, and did I forget to mention that all of the employees here are beautiful *coughBrandyCough* ladies? That’s right, no more old men cutting your hair.
So once you walk in, you can sit down on one of the comfy couches and enjoy your beer or coffee, or if you had an appointment, get your haircut right then. Appointments are optional but not required. I definitely recommend getting an appointment with Brandy. She knows all the ins and outs of truly STYLING – not just cutting – hair. She specializes in vintage men’s hairstyles from the 1920s-​1950s. She’ll even tell you how to keep it stylish when you get home. The only downside is that she doesn’t do straight razor shaves, but I’m sure some of the other barbers do.
Oh, and did I mention the music? They typically have a 1990s-​2000s Pandora station playing, which may not be for everyone, but it’s always nostalgic for me. And most of the customers does consist of the 20s and 30s age demographic.
I will admit that it can be a bit on the pricey side. My last haircut was $ 29, but it’s totally worth it. I can go into a boring old barbershop and pay $ 12 to have an old man cut my hair while I watch some football game I don’t care about, or I can pay $ 29 to have a beautiful lady give me a free beer, take my coat off, and cut and style my hair, while listening to music from my high school years. Heck, I’d pay even more for the latter.
If you want a boring, average, in-​and-​out haircut for a low price, then by all means, keep going to your local barber or stylist. Scout’s isn’t the place for you. But if you want a unique and exceptional haircut experience with amazing service and are willing to pay a little bit extra for it, then you must visit Scout’s. I promise you won’t regret it.

This hipster little barbershop opened in May in East Nashville, and I had my hair cut and colored there last week.
Pros:
–The location: Right next to Edley’s East in a growing area of town. You can park in the Edley’s lot or on the street.
–Barista Parlor iced coffee or Fat Bottom beer while you wait. Yum!
–Sweet jams to listen to while you get your cut.
–Very trendy, laid back décor.
–They do cuts for men, women, and children.
Cons:
I think this was partially my fault, but I expected a little more wow out of a $ 110 cut and color plus tip. This was my first time getting my hair colored at a salon, and I was nervous, but I showed my stylist a picture of what I wanted and ended up with a much more subtle effect. I think my nerves threw her off a bit, and she was having some trouble with my color, so those things combined landed me with a less than mind blowing color. My cut was awesome, but I’ve had similar cuts for cheaper.
The one thing that really irked me, though, was that she wanted to charge me for a blowout, so I didn’t even get to see my color until I got home. That was unacceptable, especially for the price I had already paid for the cut and color.
Unfortunately, that landed them 3 stars in my book. They are doing so many things right, but I couldn’t believe that I left with wet hair after a color. If you’re just wanting a cut, I highly recommend them. For color though, I wouldn’t go back.

Since Studio Green shut down I was in search of a replacement shop to go into for my hair. Lucky I came across Scout’s by word-​of-​mouth.
The décor is wonderful. I love the vibe it gives off. As a native Pacific Northwesterner I love it.
They offer a complimentary drink while you wait or during your haircut. They are a full salon. They offer coloring and all that (I just get my hair cut) if you are so inclined. The owner is very nice and she is also a former resident of Seattle so I am kind of biased :)
Edit:
I saw the one star review for this place and felt
I should add, I am NOT a friend of the owner /​the owner incognito /​paid to write this review. I genuinely love this place and will continue to come here for every haircut. When my friend Brandy left because she was moving, I simply started seeing another stylist. Anyone who knows me knows I take Unilocaling very seriously.