Brisbane southside’s best barbers of 2020 revealed | Full list
We asked, you answered: Your five favourite barbers on why they’re a ‘cut above’, and who their most famous customer is.
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Last month, Quest Community News’ Southern Star and South-East Advertiser ran a reader poll to find out who were your favourite barbers of 2020.
We were staggered by how many took the time to vote with their fingers and let us know.
Here are the southside’s five favourite barbers of 2020, as voted by you.
FOURTH RUNNER UP: MR ROBERTS GENTLEMEN’S HAIRDRESSER, MT GRAVATT
Words by owner Jaime Lendich.
Tell us about your shop: When did you open, do you have any specialties?
Mr Roberts has been apart of Mount Gravatt for over 90 years – that’s right, 90 years.
We are an old-school barber shop.
I have gentlemen coming into the shop who are going on 100 years’ old and they have been coming since they were little boys.
We specialise in just about everything.
We do young babies right up to 100-year-old men, basic cuts right up to skin fades and the latest trends, flat tops, beard trims, cut throats and lots, lots more.
What makes your shop ‘a cut above’?
I think our shop is a cut above other barbershops for our customer service and the way we go out of our way to help our clients and community.
It’s the experience and atmosphere, people love it and want to come back.
If one of our older clients is sick or in hospital, we will make a point of going to them to cut there hair.
Having a haircut can make you feel a little bit better then going through hard times.
We also work with a lot of kids with disabilities, we understand them and work with care and patience.
Why did you become a barber?
I got into hairdressing because my grandfather was a barber and he taught my father how to cut hair and passed it down to me.
I love my job and I hope I make my grandfather happy and proud.
Who is the most famous person who has ever been to Mr Roberts for a cut?
We had one of the most incredible, amazing men I have ever met come into our store frequently.
His name was Ray Horn, Jeff Horn’s grandfather.
Maybe Ray wasn’t famous but he was an incredible man and he couldn’t have been prouder of his grandson.
We also get the Lucas (Ben, Isaac, Matt and Tom, who play rugby union) brothers and their father come in.
They have since gone back overseas to play football.
We also have had basketballer Mitch Young (who now manages the Logan Thunder) and rugby union player Will Genia.
THIRD RUNNER UP: SONS OF BARBERS, BELMONT
Words by owner Joseph Tau.
Tell us about your shop: When did you open, do you have any specialties?
Sons of Barbers have been open since March 2020. We are Joseph (myself), my brother Michael, and Tyrone.
Michael is our latest recruit to our team, he has only come aboard this month from New Zealand.
He is my blood brother and the youngest of my siblings.
He has come over to show his support and to explore his new career in barbering.
Tyrone is my right hand man in the shop, he has been with us from the start.
He has eight years’ experience in the barber industry and has a very good reputation.
He is well-known for his artwork and a master craftsman in trackwork.
He is truly an inspirational barber and his work speaks for itself.
What makes your shop ‘a cut above’?
Our unique barber shop has it all, from hot towels to a cold refreshing drink.
Good banter is always guaranteed.
You can play PlayStation while you get your service done, watch live sports on tv, play a retro arcade machine with over 1900 games, products, hair-wash basin, you name it, we have it!
We are dedicated to serve the public providing only the best service at your convenience.
Our friendly team are always welcoming so please take a seat and enjoy your rest under the comfort of our well airconditioned shop.
Why did you become a barber?
I’ve been in the industry for 11 years.
I moved over to Australia from South Auckland in 2017 on a mission to grow my passion in the barbering industry and to inspire young talent that dreams can come true – if you put your faith in your talents and God you are invincible.
True ability comes from your heart and hard work and perseverance will lead to achieving goals
My goal for Sonsofbarbers is to be a great role model for all and to serve in the name of the lord.
Who is the most famous person who has ever been to Sons of Barbers for a cut?
We believe everyone is important, so celebrity or not, we treat everyone the same.
SECOND RUNNER UP: SPEED RAZOR BARBERSHOP, SUNNYBANK HILLS
Words by owner Neil Anderson.
Tell us about your shop: When did you open, do you have any specialties?
Speed Razor Barbershop is a father and son team, Neil and Blake.
We have been here for 12 years.
Being family run, we specialise in good old-fashioned service.
At the same time, we are constantly training to bring you the latest and best styles, specialising in fades and shaves.
What makes your shop ‘a cut above’?
I think our down-to-earth nature and ability to have a laugh at ourselves keeps people coming back.
Why did you become a barber?
I fell into barbering as a teenager when my father was friends with the local barber and needed someone to sweep the floor.
I loved it ever since.
Who is the most famous person who has ever been to Speed Razor for a cut?
We have had some famous sports stars over the years, including Gary Belcher, Gerard Beale (both rugby league), Andy Bichel (cricket) and also singer Daryl Braithwaite.
RUNNER UP: OLD MATE’S BARBER & GROOMING, CAMP HILL
Owner Brad Heathcote respectfully declined to comment – but congratulations nevertheless to Old Mate’s!
WINNER: CARINA BARBER SHOP, CARINA
Words from owner Theo Petrou.
Tell us about your shop: When did you open, do you have any specialties?
Carina Barber Shop has been operating since 1986, but there has been a barber at our location since 1954.
My father and I worked together at the beginning and now we have a crew of three; Theo, Shalom, and Adele.
We look after the good people of the southeast.
What makes your shop ‘a cut above’?
Our barbers are expertly trained in the widest range of men’s cuts, styles, and beard care.
We believe attention to detail and personal touch makes all the difference.
Why did you become a barber?
As a third-generation barber, I always loved the barber shop feel and the artistic side of being a barber.
Who is the most famous person who has ever been to Carina Barber Shop for a cut?
Over the last 34 years we have had, and still have, many famous people come through the shop, from sporting stars to federal and state politicians.
Terry Mackenroth was a true local Carina politician and was Deputy Premier and Minister for Sport for many years.
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