True Blue Barber & Shave Parlour

I tried to go to my normal barber but they were closed so I gave True Blue a shot. My old Barber will never see me again.
When you walk into this barber shop you might be taken back a bit. It’s bare bones and set up for one purpose, making you look good. Zach took care of me when I went in, we didn’t talk much, but what he had to say was deep. The folks in this shop are as real as it gets, they aren’t there to be cooler then the next guy, they are there because they respect their art.
Enough about them, let’s talk about the cut. I don’t know the first thing about hair cut terminology. Zach asked what I’d like and I didn’t know how to describe it. I told him I wanted it tight on the sides and back and long enough for a short phohawk kinda thing if I wanted to style it, but short enough to get by with a quick brush and go if i needed to. I said I’m not that picky… He made me laugh. he responded with, «I am.» and he was. He took way more care then I thought anyone would on what I thought was a basic cut… but no cut is basic to Zach it seems. There wasn’t one stray hair missed and the fade was perfect. He made me care about my hair when I normally don’t.
What always care about is my beard and it was looking kinda like a light weight bird nest, but I had no idea how to fix it. I showed him how I normally comb it, and he had some suggestions. At that point I trusted his eye and shears and let him go to work. Again, it was perfect.
The other 2 guys in the shop seemed cool too, but Zach is on point. He’s my new barber, and any one of my boys who says they need to get cut, I send them to True Blue Barber & Shave Parlour and make sure they ask for Zach.

It’s always hard finding a good barber when you’re new in town. The haircut I got was fine… nothing special and as I have found with other barbershops, very little attention to detail is paid… Overall, it was a good haircut but not good enough for the price. I live in Citrus Heights and there are $ 8 – 10 barbershops that do equally a good job.

Got a cut from Zach who was real chill and did a great job for a good price. Thanks homie

As a man, there is a time when you have to stop going to places where you pay 6 – 10 bucks for a haircut. This time came about 4 years ago for me when I met Shawn. He has been my barber since that day and I don’t see myself going anywhere else for a haircut.
Going to a barber is generally a bit more pricey however, the quality of the haircut you are receiving is top notch. If this weren’t enough, the barbershop usually has good music or a movie playing while you wait. Once you do become one of his regulars, he may even give you his personal number to set an appointment that way there will be no wait.
I once read that one of the best relationship a man could have is one with his barber. They cut your hair for most of the important milestones of your life. So tip Shawn well when he cuts your hair and he will treat you well.

I have been to a lot of barber shops in Sacramento this is the only one I have gone back to!!! They are not over priced but they have always over delivered!!!

I have been going to True Blue for over a year and I have never been disappointed. The shop has a great atmosphere, free water or beer and always great stories exchanged.
I drive almost 30 miles for a haircut and would drive farther for True Blue. It is a GREAT PLACE.

Definitely recommend this please. Great environment and atmosphere without a 2 hr wait, Mike did my fade with straight Razor and came out Great, exactly how I wanted it, my new spot Finally!!!

Excellent experience every time I have visited their shop. Highly skilled barbers, interesting environment, and easy conversation. All for a very reasonable price. This is my new «go to» barber in Sacramento.

Laid back atmosphere, complimentary water or beer while you wait, great cuts and unlike other barber shops, they take appointments. It’s as simple as shooting your barber a text and coming through to the shop. Highly recommend these guys. They’re all top notch

I’ve been coming here for around 6 months, maybe more now, and I love coming into the shop. From the posters and stickers all over the wall to the antique chairs to sit in it all makes the vibe very chill and a great place to sit around and chit chat with the barbers and other patrons. Not to mention the fridge always has beers and waters (a mini keg or better beer selection would be nice, but none the less it’s still nice to have a beer while you wait).
Also another amazing aspect is that they take appointments which I have never seen in a barber shop. It really fits with the always busy and never enough time life style I have.
I had my wedding a little over a month ago and Mike (the owner) really took his time in crafting an amazing haircut and beard trim for me, it was truly a great cut!
If you ever want to get a haircut with that typical barber feel this is the spot to get that! Don’t be shy! Also don’t let the punk rock vibe deter you, these guys are professionals in every sense of the word and will give you the haircut you want for your lifestyle.
Can’t wait to get back in the chair!

So my regular Barber has become so busy that its tough to get an appointment with him, so I asked him who he recommended for a drop in.
He told me to see Shawn at True Blue. I guess he used to cut over at Anthony’s, but this place doesn’t have the wait like they do. If you like football (Soccer), there’s a lot of cool stuff around here.
Shawn was super friendly, great to talk to, and did a great job. Im pretty easy going about my cut and like to trust the pros as to how it should be styled. Shawn didn’t shy away from the challenge and did what he thought best. I loved it, it was a great haircut for a great price.
So if you are looking for a new barbershop for a great cut, see Shawn at True Blue.

Drove from Citrus Heights just to get a cut here. I love the old school barbor parlor feel. The location is nice, and in midtown and food within walking distance. Mike and Zach were gentelman, and by the look on their faces you can tell they both love and have a passion to cut. I had my hair done by Zach and his attention to detail and curteousness are by far exceed what a normal barbors would. I cannot remember a barbor ever pay attention to detail like Zach did. For the Cut, Location, Cost, Professional-​ism, and all around old school feel i highly recommend True Blue Barbor and Shave Parlor!

I drive in from the suburbs to get my cut at True Blue.
The place is in a small complex and there’s only one parking spot for True Blue. If need be, there’s street parking 28^th, and if you have to, park on 27^th and walk through the wide alley.
I’ve had a cut each from Mike and Zach and neither disappoint. This is a true barbershop where you have men who execute their craft. A craft that takes time, so if you’re in a rush, save your cut for a less busy day.

I cannot say enough nice things about Mike and the guys at True Blue. We were in Sacramento for my daughter’s wedding, and the groom and I had full beards for a Sikh wedding ceremony. The plan was to get through the Sikh ceremony in the morning, hit True Blue to get the beards removed in time for the «White Dress» wedding ceremony in the evening. True Blue was definitely a great part of a most memorable day.
They kept the shop open past their normal time to accommodate four of us and the wedding photographer. Mike asked what our music and refreshment preferences were, and made sure that everything was perfect.
It’s a great shop, on a quiet street. The atmosphere is relaxed, clean, professional, and fun. I had forgotten how great is is to hang out in a Barber shop. The conversations ranged from the music scene in Sacramento, San Francisco, and Providence RI to European Soccer to the state of modern Civil Engineering to the best recipes for Spam to the state of the snow pack in Tahoe this season. Even though they were working past their normal day, there was no sense of being rushed, and the results were fantastic.
This was my first experience with a straight razor shave, but it will not be last. Just wish they were in Rhode Island.

Zach knows his sh#*. For a proper cut and/​or shave I highly recommend this jem. Great cuts, music and banter.

This is the only place I will get my haircut. Zach and mikey seem to always exceed my expectations and go above and beyond every haircut I have gotten here. Extremely professional, clean, and fun shop to go to for a killer hair cut. I have no problem sending all my friends their way.

Love getting my hair cut here. Awesome environment with a laid back feel. Been here 4 times and they got it perfect every time. They take time with your hair unlike other places that feel like a rush job. This is the only place I’ve ever gotten a haircut and been able to go out after with out a shower because of hair all over my neck. You’ll look great and leave clean. Very affordable too. I’ve gotten mediocre results paying 2 to 3 times more elsewhere.
Thank you!

Never a dull moment at True Blue.
This is a shop you can’t go wrong with.
Men walk out of this shop looking sharp, not hoping it will look good in a week.
There is definitely passion and pride going into every cut, no doubt. Just go and see for yourself;)
Every time I’ve been in the shop I get the pleasure of witnessing males leave with a smile and new confidence saying, «I’ll be back in two weeks!» Been sending family members and friends here for two years. Whether they got a hair cut, a beard trim, and/​or a hot straight razor shave, they’ve all beyond satisfied and are now regulars.
*Both Mike and Zach will work with your schedule. If you need an appointment before or after hours, just call for an appointment!
Love to see more and more men out and about with a clean cut.
**Mike and Zach both groom you to a T… if you have hairs poppin out your nostrils and ears or your eyebrows are like wooly-​mammoths, they will straighten you out. ;)

This place is really laid back and low key but note: There’s only two chairs so if it’s packed you’re probably going to wait a while. The service was nice but though it was a bit high on price. Mine was $ 18 not including tip.
Now it may sound pretty fair in price, but my hair isn’t too hard to cut (pretty much shave it short all one length and edge it slightly on the sides and back)
I’m more accustomed to $ 14 — $ 16 prices but you can’t win them all!
I plan on checking out other barbershops too just to shop around for quality and experience but it’s good to know I can come back here for another cut whenever!

Came here to get my hair done, wrote a 3 star review, and was asked privately by MIKE (the shop manager) to remove my post. Previously, I said I’d be back but now I won’t be because Mike is not very pleasant.
DO NOT GO TO THIS SHOP! MIKE has in-​boxed me several very hostile and vulgar messages demanding that I «get my facts straight» etc etc. I am SHOCKED by his inappropriate attitude and will be filing a formal complaint about this. I’ve experienced bad service but truly NOTHING of this nature. WOW, I can’t believe what I’m reading. Fellow Unilocalers, whatever you do, don’t leave a bad review unless your prepared to get cussed out by the shop manager/​«owner».
Thank you to the person who did my hair though, I will be in touch! =)