Machete

Terrible! Avoid it. How they screwed up my blade 1 all over is amazing.
I went here because it had a 4.5 star rating. I asked for a blade 1 all over. Initially it looked fine but I wasn’t wearing my glasses. When I got back to my hotel I noticed he had missed large chunks of hair on the top and back (still had hairs of 1 inch plus). I had to go back and have him redo it.
The next day I wake up and now I’m noticing that he totally screwed up the symmetry. There is a huge chuck on my left side where he obviously had a hand slip with the trimmer. It’s like a V shape into the hairline.
So disappointed that such a simple haircut could be screwed up so much. I even tipped the guy 5 Euros before I left the first time (because I actually happen to be a nice, positive person).
Worst haircut I have even gotten — and perhaps the most expensive too (22 Euros) for a blade cut. I will be contesting the charge on my AMEX.

Machete in Monti has several well trained barbers. I’ve been here twice for beard trims /​shave. Both times I was well taken care of and pleased with the result. As far as I can tell, Machete doesn’t offer hot shaves with cream. They apply oil and straight razor it from there. While this is a first for me, and not quite as relaxing, it has turned out fine. Their barbery perfectionism makes for excellent shaping.
As for experience, they’ve got rockabilly on the radio and vintage paraphernalia around the shop, but doesn’t feel old timey. There isn’t much room for people to sit, chat and hang out. No arcade cabinets, mens magazines, coffee bar or spirits. I have been offered a coffee each time I went in, that is produced in a closet somewhere. They have a few English speaking barbers, and the receptionist speaks English as well. I’ve walked in both times, but I think they prefer appointments.
Overall, its a solid bet for a good beard trim, but doesn’t offer the kind of barbershop experience that is relaxing and community-​building.