Rudy's Barber Shop

Great value and quality for the price. Very experienced barbers 💈 for all ages

Give it a miss! This place was awful: rude staff, terrible haircut. It's the first time I've ever gotten a high skin fade that looked worse after the haircut than it did before. It's not like this is a super complicated cut to get right.

2 stars because haircut didnt come out bad but was done with an attitude the whole time. Lady couldn't shave my line up properly with a blade because she said its more money, but then half ass did it. Then couldn't shave the side hairs off because she said its more money with an attitude. Shavers sound like lawn mower too. So crazy she asking for all this money just to not update her equipment. Oh yeah... cash only to top it off for the convenience. Just drive a couple minutes to the next place

I’ve been going here for 3 years now always got me right !!

This place is great for getting a basic haircut. I always have a basic good experience. This place is a working man's barber shop with little fluff but you're going to get what you need.

Love this place. Going here on and off for years. The barbers are Vietnamese and came here as refugees. Good old American success story of hard working immigrants. For the cut. Well, it's the cheapest haircut in town. Expect basic haircut and you'll be happy.

First visit today, driven by many times and opened Sunday is excellent, and simple hair cut #1 clipper, nice man Thomas and chatted while he buzz my head. Liked the hours, early before work is good option - will return.

Haircut is OK but the service was bad. The barber I got was rude and she didn't clearly communicate. Additionally, not sure if the equipment was defective but the shaver was very hot and uncomfortable relative to other places. The barber also had a habit of stopping and standing there for a while making you confused of what's going on. Finally, when I asked for an adjustment to the fade and adding a line to it she just said no. Wouldn't come back here since the demeanor of the barber was very unpleasant.

Never a long wait and pleasant atmosphere. Always a great deal at $20.00 It's better than being charged $40.00 at a beauty salon just to shave my undercut.

I've come here quite a few times throughout the years, for the price you pay you do get a solid haircut if the ladies cut it, I can't speak for the guy who cuts at the far right end corner of the shop but I'm sure he does a good job too. But the dude who usually sits by the entrance of the shop consistently demolishes me everytime. I can accept a haircut with flaws but obliterating the shape of the haircut is where I cross the line. He typically sits at the entrance but cuts at one of the chairs on the left/middle side of the shop. Maybe if you get a simple buzz and a fade you'd be okay, but if you do any type of styling to your hair then that's up to you to take the risk. Thankfully I was able to hide the mistakes with product after a few weeks but I'm tired of getting cooked lmaoo and I don't have it in my heart to reject someone but at this point I think I'll start doing it especially if I plan on being outdoors in that same week without wanting to wear a beanie. But if you do get a haircut by the ladies they'll give you a clean cut and be sure to tip them well cause for a $25 fade in 2025? They're doing YOU a favor.

came in on a Sunday, an hour after they open. as i walked in, the asian guy barber is lighting up a cigarette inside the shop and proceeds to smoke in there (an hour after they opened). i ask if they take card, he says 'cash only'. i go to a nearby bar that has atm to get cash. i come back and a father and young son enter before i do. the kid gets a shave, in this room smelling like smoke. i sit to wait, but the lingering smoke (seemingly mixed w covid) attacks my sinuses, and i leave. my sinuses were f'd for a few hours later (after only sitting in there for 4 minutes), and i had to change my shirt for the rest of the day, to not smell like a casino.

They were fast and efficient all around a good barber shop the lady that works there new exactly what I was saying when I said high fade and get the grey out of my hair old school vibe and more then reasonable price I give it five stars

Dirty place, scissors is something they don't use. Never ever more. I was shocked when I come, but I desperately needed haircut so had not much choice and I hope that so basic haircut won't be difficult. Btw the guy didn't even clean the hairs from floor before me. Zoom the picture to see how dirty is there. Unbelievable!

I took my 10 year old and the lady was very rough with the clippers, I asked her to fix the haircut and she got upset.! What type of place is this??!! Would I come here again? NO WAY!!' That's too bad, I was hoping for a nice establishment, were my son could get a haircut were people are friendly!!!

Don't let the stars detract you. For $20, you get what you pay for. You're in and out of there in 15 minutes, no frills. I've been there twice now and will go back. It's nothing fancy, but it gets the job done. Check it out for a quick clean up.

This place is legit! Walked in on a Saturday and they tightened up the COVID-do. Best $25 (including tip) I've spent on a haircut since.....well COVID started. Highly recommended!

I've been coming here for about 10 years, sat in all the chairs and have never had a bad cut. I read some of these negative reviews and I am quite certain it has to do with these fools not knowing what the hell kind of cut they want. Taper and fade are not the same thing! English may not be their first language, but they sure know how to cut hair. If the terminology is confusing, I've actually seen people bust out their phone and show Johnny or Nimo a pic and they hooked it up.

Having grown up and lived in this area all my life, I suppose there are good reasons that I just discovered Rudy's a few days ago. I found them (by google search) because I stupidly waited until the day before Christmas Eve to try to get a haircut. My regular Barber's place looked like an over crowded day care center with kids running all over the place and a 2 hour wait. I found the same at my backup Barber. In horror and desperation I went online to find a local place that's not completely booked and won't break the bank. Rudy's eventually popped up. I called them, they said come on in, no wait, and history was made. The good: 1.) $15 is an excellent price for a men's haircut 2.) If you like QUICK haircuts (I do), this is your place. These Barbers don't like to chitchat (like good call girls) and they will get you in & out quickly 3.) Apparently they're never too busy, being as how there was no wait on a day when most Barbers were booked to the gills 4.) They're located right next to a very cool strip mall that was featured in the movie Jackie Brown (see picture) 5.) Parking is no problem The not-so-good: 1.) While having a cool "dive bar" vibe, the place is a bit dirty in appearance, especially the bathroom 2.) It would be nice if they had at least a few pictures on the walls of hair models (or even magazines) so that we could communicate with the (not so fluent in English) Barbers as to how we'd like to get our hair cut 3.) As mentioned by several Yelpers already, my Barber (a woman) had zero personality and no interest in discussing anything, including my haircut. Her attitude came across as "Let me get you out of here as quickly as possible". With all the "difficulty in communications" issues, the end result was that my haircut was not exactly what I had wanted. But it was quick and it was passable. Would I go back? Sure, the next time I'm in a similar jam.

Absolutely the worst hair cut my son has ever gotten asked for a fade got 2 different lengths on both sides asked for a line up and got a slanted line in his forehead asked to fix it messed up the sides even more left one side with a bald spot this has to be the worst cut ever older Asian guy coughing all over the place no mask cutting hair had to ask him to put a mask on only put one star cause you can't give them a negative star but no one should ever go here this is absolute shit house

Not into writing bad reviews, however, my son's recent experience at this establishment should be noted for other Yelpers. Rudy's had been a regular stop since my son was a kid. A location not far from where we lived and having at least three barber chairs made waiting not an issue with an antsy energetic growing boy with a mane to manage. We may have gone to more stylish haunts when he turned teen, but would periodically stop by when time was short, or money spare. Now that he's 21, working, but still needing to keep that still plentiful hair in line, had his sister drop him over to Rudy's just yesterday to cut back those unruly curls of his. Granted, we hadn't been there in over a year, and he's undemanding when it comes to a basic haircut, how could this go wrong. Plenty, unfortunately. The barber that called him to her chair pretty much just buzzed his head roughly, and not neatly. Uneven all over, to be sure, and hardly worth the $15 + tip. Sorry to say, the affordable quality of this shop has dissipated and lost our patronage as a result.

I gave this place a few chances since they are right down the street from my work. Out of the four times I decided to get my hair cut here only one time has it came out correct. I ask for a simple hair cut. Short on the sides and a little long on top. Not hard right..... well depends on the barber you get. All the women here... do not understand or can not complete the task of short on the sides and a little long on top. When I am done with her I have a part in my hair long on one side and short on the other and the top of my hair is as long as when I have arrived. I complain on this is not what I asked for but the owner or any of the other barbers care to do anything about it. My only good experience seems to be with a barber that is not there all the time. I have not been back since most of my hair cuts here have been very bad and not what I ask for. Looking at the pictures of this barber shop the ladies that have cut my hair on in these pictures. So if you see them. Try not to have them touch your hair.

Had a similar experience to Michael S. I just got back from the fastest haircut in my life, no hyperbole intended. If you think that's a good thing, well you're probably dumber than I am. The lady who cut my hair is most definitely the Queen of Not Giving A Shit. I told QNGAS how I wanted my haircut, but instead she proceeded to go over my whole head with clippers, then scratched the hell out of my neck, flung my barber apron off and stormed off to the cash register to await my money. It took all of ten minutes. She didn't say a word the whole time. She did, however, have an utterly glorious stink-face befitting her title. I looked into the mirror to see what the hell she did. It was like a two-year old had mowed a lawn and given up halfway through. Awesome. I thought I should say something, but I just took the change she threw at me and I left. Normally I'm hesitant to post bad reviews about local businesses, but I'm pretty sure this lady wouldn't be caught dead going online and reading reviews about the job she so obviously despises. So I'll just get up on my soapbox in this little tiny corner of the internet and yell with complete futility at someone who'll never read this: Hey Lady, I know life sucks, I hate it sometimes too, but it wouldn't hurt you to slow down a little with the clippers, pull back on some of those rage slices down your customers' necks, and smile once in a while. In fact, I'm going to smile as much as I can while applying lotion to my red-streaked neck. It's just a haircut, after all.

I received the worst hair cut I have ever had this afternoon at Rudy's. My hair looks atrocious and uneven. I went in and asked the woman to keep the top medium length and the sides short with a #2. The woman used some old electric clippers that actually hurt as they scraped my head. And I'm pretty sure she actually used the #1 because the hair is so short. When she was done, I had a lopsided psuedo-military cut that was too short and awkward. I am so angry and embarrassed right now because I cannot go out with hair like this. No one should ever get a haircut here. I hope they go out of business soon.

I frequented Rudy's for 5+ years while living in west LA. It's a no-frills, barbershop joint staffed by a group of Vietnamese barbers who dispense decent haircuts for under $15. Service is first-come, first-served--just show up and if you have no preference for your barber, the first available one will cut your hair. I have been going to Nemo (sp?), who is the most popular guy there (he is the one on the far right wearing glasses) and has a pretty large clientele, most of whom are local dudes. Cuts are usually clippers with some scissors. I've seen some guys get their head shaved using shaving cream and a razor if that's your thing. I've never seen anyone get their hair washed there, so be prepared to wash before/after you go.

Love this place, Lynn, Johnny ! I've been coming here for many years, I moved out of the neighborhood and found Lynn close to my home and I e always will give 5 stars to her. She takes her time and always does a great cut. I moved back to the Culver City area and went back to Rudy's! Why wouldn't I!!! Great cuts. When I came back, Lynn was working there?!!! This is my home for a great cut and also a great price. I can't fathom some of these negative comments?? Cool place and will be my place to come back always!!

Not social at all, little communication, I was worried that the recommendations were wrong when I walked in. My hair is tricky and I've never gotten a good cut anywhere. BEST HAIRCUT I'VE EVER GOTTEN!!! Will definitely go back. Thanks guys :)

They cannot cut hair. Asked for a fade and got two different sized cuts in the sides. You get what you pay for.

I recommend this barber shop! The staff here is very professional and pleasant! My barber Lynn is fantastic!

this place is a hardcore no frills barber shop. today was my first time there & it was an experience. It was my first haircut with clippers only. no scissors except at the end to even out the loose endz. turned out great for two reasons: 1) no waiting - even though there were 3 people being worked on, there were free barbers available to jump in when i arrived 2) $13 price is outstanding 3) actually there is a third reason & its a little place next store called the Scarlet Lady Saloon I love finding places like this time capsule - when i drove away I spotted a fantastic sams not far from here and wondered how disappointed I would have been if I never saw rudy's first. Keep up the good work Rudy and don't ever change!!

Haircuts are a subjective affair, but when 95% of the places I've been to leave me a satisfied customer, it's safe to say I'm not one of those types who is overly picky with my hairstyle. Either that, or my hair is just that easy to cut. The difference between a barber and a stylist is akin to a line cook and a chef; a barmaid and a mixologist; a Friday night trick and a lifelong spouse. It's the difference between doing one thing (and hopefully doing it right), and truly knowing your craft. Knowing the trends, understanding the emerging tools of the trade, and continually striving to improve your listening comprehension that elevate your knowledge and passion into a profession. The guys are Rudy's aren't even in the same stratosphere as your basic stylist. And the problem is, nor are they even worthy of being called "a barber." No, they're worse. The staff not only possess none of the aforementioned qualities, but they don't (or can't) even do the most basic of a barber's job well. I asked to keep my sideburns long - they shaved them off. I asked to leave my hair long enough to create a part -- they clipper it all down to an inch, long enough to spike, and that's about it. As the finishing touch, they cut the front straight across, creating an ostensible bowl cut. I mean, when has a bowl cut EVER been in fashion, save for when you were three? I even walked in with a hat on, but they didn't bother to wet my hair down -- they just started cutting with my hat-hair and all! How do you figure out your lines, angles and proportions when the "canvas" is completely lopsided to begin with?? Don't expect a hairwash or any product at the end, either. Hey, I'm all for mom n' pop small business, and I realize it's $13. I only made the trip here because I'm new to the area and didn't feel like driving 45 minutes through traffic to get to a Floyd's Barbershop. But after this experience, I'll gladly make my way through rush hour just for a barber/stylist who listens. These guys do not know their trade, do not understand their customer, and cannot provide a decent service even at bargain prices. It doesn't matter if you want a newer style, explain in detail what you're looking for, or give specific directions on how to clean-up your look. They only know how to do one thing, and they can't even do that well. They don't run a worthwhile business. Even at $13, avoid at all costs. My $0.02.

I've been trying to find a barber who could cut my hair the way I like it for a few months now. I started by going the Blind Barber. A great cut but very pricey. I'd go there again, but only as a treat. Then, I tried Floyd's. the one on Venice. Received cuts from several of the barbers there trying to find the person. I must of received hair cuts from them for about 4 or 5 months. While the hair cuts where generally okay, non of the cuts where exactly what I asked for. In fact, the last 2 cuts were progressively worst cuts, (bald spots and poorly shaped) even though at was going to the same barber for several a weeks. I asked my neighbor if he could recommend a new place. He tell's me about Rudy's and I decided to give them a shot. I left there with the biggest smile in my face. I received the best hair cut in over a year, easily. The barber actually listened to what I wanted, then executed it flawlessly. And to make this experience even better,... The cost for the cut was only $13.00 !! Super cheap! I left a nice tip to say thank you and was on my way wishing I had found this place a year ago.

Love this place. My favorite girl there Bree is amazing. In always uncomfortable going ri get my hair cut but she makes you feel at ease and does a kick ass job of knowing what I want even when I dont. Great haircut place AMD highly recommend

So Rudy's Barbara shop is slightly out of sight, but if you find this place, you'll definitely find a keeper. The people there are very laid back and don't talk very much, but hell, do they do a good job. Normally my haircuts take about 10 to 15 minutes and it's quite mediocre, especially when you go to pay the bill of $25-$30 bucks. But these guys actually took their time to cut the style I want for $12 bucks! Make sure you have cash in hand. I suggest this place if you want a quick clean shave for a really good price. I ended up tipping the guy $5 bucks and the total was still less than another other hair cutting place. Quick, clean and easy. Very satisfied.. I still can't believe for the meticulous quality, it was only $12...

I took my 4 year old to Rudy's, since: a) it only cost $11 and b) he's a boy (my son), so c) if it was awful, I could fix it and anyway, and... he's a boy, he's not going to fuss about it. First off, the place was kinda dirty. Lots of hair on the ground and dust. We did not have Rudy, but rather another gentleman who was very nice. At first, he didn't seem to know what he was doing: he kept going round and round my kid's head, cutting here and there. In the end, the haircut was fine. An eleven dollar hair cut, no more, no less. It's kind of an old fashioned place that gives an old-fashioned haircut. It's in the middle of a run down strip mall near the Tattle Tale dive. I don't know that I would go again, because it wasn't awesome. I might try out another eleven dollar cut. PS: I don't think I would take my almost 3 year old daughter there. Edit: It's January now and the hair has grown out beautifully. My son only now needs an update to that August haircut.

Sometimes, it is a hit or miss in terms of getting what you want, but for $12, it's a good deal and you run that chance. The people are friendly and get you in and out quick.

Considering I've been going to Rudy's Barber shop for 20 years now I think a 5 star is in order. ever since high school if you needed a tight fade, Rudy's was the spot to go too. A family owned barber shop where if you are a Lakers or Raiders fan you should feel right at home, the decor is lakers championship banners and raiders art. They also have two flat screens with generally something interesting to watch. Jonny and Nemo are the top guys there, if you're looking for a high, tight razor fade go see one of them. The other barbers in the shop are good as well I have just been accustomed to either Nemo or Jonny for 20 years. The cuts are great and cheap $14 and just up a couple of bucks from the old days.

Excellent customer service here, polite and very professional. Prices are very respectable and you definitely get a quality haircut. Johnny is awesome as is limo (not sure about the spelling) both are highly skilled barbers. Definitely recommend them if you're looking for a good cut.

I just moved to the neighborhood, drove to my old barber until they went out of business. Sort of stumbled across this place right around the corner from home. I am not a real Super Cuts or Fantastic Sams kinda guy and certainly not looking for a salon. I grew up with an old school barber who knew like three different hair cut, always come with clippers with a vacuum hose rigged to catch the hair as it fell. This place reminded me of that. No frills, a little dingy, a little dirty, and had the smell of the same powder that my boyhood barber used. Seems to be a couple of Vietnamese brothers. Sign on the door said they close at 5:30. I walked in around 5:15, not sure if I would be turned away. Nobody said anything or batted an eye so I sat down.Couple guys ahead of me and several walked in after me. As I paid, I asked about closing time,s he said as long as people keep coming, they keep cutting. Some of the other reviews said cut was took short and uneven. I wear my hair rather short. I will give most anyplace a chance to cut my hair, especially if they are comvenient. After all it hair, it'll grow back. If it is bad enough, I can shave it down and let it grow out, not a big deal. I didn't have that problem. Listened to what I asked for and did it. Mostly clippers and scissors to clean up a little. $13 and a satisfied customer. I will be back. After the haircut, I got to go next door to the collectibles and hobby shop where they had some really cool toys and a slot car track, bonus!

Not a very friendly Asian man. I was hoping to find a closer barber. This place was 6 miles less from where I normally take my son to get a hair cut, but I prefer to take that extra drive and get a better cut/service.

To reiterate what others had said, Do Not let these Ladies touch your hair. I just got the worst hair cut of my life. It was rushed, rude and painful. Just had to go to my regular barber and get my hair redone. Hilariously she seemed offended I only tipped her a couple bucks. I wanted to tell her how horrible it was but didn't have the heart. For the sake of your hair follicles stay clear

I've been going to this shop for the past 25 years and what is constant is that you will always get a great cut. Johnny and Limo are the go to guys in the shop and they also have a lady that gives a good cut. The price is reasonable at $15. If you grew up in Culver City you'll always run into someone you know.

It's a barber shop, not a friggin hair salon. For $13, this place is outstanding. The staff here are laid back and give some of the best fades. So to all you bitches complaining about this place, you all need to take your asses to Floyd's and hang with people more your speed.

Definitely a no-frills barber shop - that's why I'm now a regular. No small talk when you're sitting in the chair, cheap, quick and easy. If you're looking for fashion advice or a new style, probably not the spot you want to go. If you have a consistent cut and you know how to describe what you want, Rudy and the team (I have no idea what any of their names are) will deliver! I arbitrarily took off 1 star because my wife told me one of the cuts I received was questionable. Although I felt it was decent and didn't have any issues.

No matter what you ask for, it's going to be a clipper cut. Much shorter than requested, and once he started it was too late. Basically all three guys have variations on the typical Vietnamese military fade, and they are going to give you the same. I'm not so picky about hair cuts, generally preferring cheap and simple (and @ $12, this is), but it wasn't so good. Worse yet, though I refused gel and such, he still sprayed my hair with something awful-smelling. I think it was meant to smell like talc, but it was a weird, fake chemically flavored talc spray. I came out of there smelling of it and of cigarette smoke (one of the trio had been puffing away and, even though putting it out when I walked, the smoke hung in the air). I couldn't take the smell that clung with me afterward, so had to cut errands short and immediately head home to shampoo. What makes this not a total loss is that, well, its hair. It grows back! its two weeks later and the cut is finally coming in ok...looks pretty decent now. But won't be going back.

This place is always good for a cut. I've never left feeling like I got a bad haircut. There's usually at least two barbers on deck. There's one guy that everyone likes to wait for, I guess he's the owner, but I usually walk in and sit down right away to get a haircut from his apprentice. $13 bucks is a good deal for a solid haircut. They shape you up nice, handle the back and neck with ease. I usually come here on my lunch break for a haircut and will probably continue to do so.

If you want a gangster gangster fade this is the place to go...so gangster that after i got my hair cut here, people were thinking twice about approaching me from fear for their lives. That's how gangster a look i have after leaving rudys gangster shop

OK, Rudy's... you've convinced me to give you an additional star. I went back to you my last 3 haircuts out of convenience and must admit, you guys do a solid job. Sure, the area is a little shady and yes, I admit I've nodded along to my barber's chit-chat even though I didn't have the faintest clue what he was saying to me, but parking has always been plentiful, the wait time has been minimal, and there are Lakers posters and a flatscreen on the walls. But most importantly, a good, cheap haircut. Kudos!

I came here after work one day and got a quick cut. It was a bit too quick and uneven. My barber was nice but not really friendly as his English was a bit limited. I gave the shop 4 (3.5 actually) stars due to the prices which are reasonable and the convenient hours.

If you value your hair do not go here. Just left and found chunks missing out of my sideburns and a highly uneven cut on the top. All I asked for was a 3 on the sides and slight cut on top. They refused to wet my hair before cutting and decided using a buzzer on the top of my head to cut was a smart idea. I now have to go home and finish my haircut myself because of their incompetency. Thanks for my holiday cut guys!!

The ONLY place I go for my haircuts now. The guys are awesome. By my second visit they already remembered just how I get my cut. And I'm in and out within 15 minutes. And with all the sports posters and ESPN on the TV, it's a true "Guys Barber Shop". Just try to ignore all of the Raiders stuff on the walls. Just remember it's cash only, or they will be sending you to the bar next door to pull cash from the ATM!

I've been coming to Rudy's now for a year. I usually get a cut from Johnny. Look for the Raiders symbol. I usually like my hair high a tight. Definitely the shop to come to for a quick, easy and cheap cut. Its a local shop and beats the hell out of Super cuts.

These guys are quick and they remember what kind of haircut you want. I don't care for style, I just want a quick cut, and this is the type of place for me.

Walked in. Sat down. At about 330 pm on a weekday. I told the lady: "I'd like a trim about a half inch off, and clean up the sides." "Ok. Ok" she says, and I promptly am draped in a patterned hair cape as she starts working away, with a buzzer, to my quiet and internal surprise. My hair was about 5" on the top and 3" on the side. Just a clean up I think? Well, I'm always up for an adventure. She goes on to transform my normal haircut into the haircut I didn't even know I wanted (less than half an inch left on the sides right now, and most of the length left on the top). It was awesome. The gf approves. Would be 5 stars if I asked for it, but it's 4.5 stars because she surprised me with it. My suggestion: come here if you're up for an experience and letting them show you how they work.

Rudy's has had its ups and downs since I've been going there. The staff is always hip and cool but the hair cuts aren't. I had my hair cut by every girl in that place always leaving with a meh attitude. One gent actually had hardcore chops and of course he's gone now!!?? This guy Mike would take the time to figure out exactly what look you wanted before he started lopping off your hair. I can't go back to Rudy's now because they lost the last bit of talent in that place. Looks like Scissors has the talent now...

Concur with the review from rick s. It's a little short right now, but I saw that after every haicut. It's a clipper cut on top too, when I thought they should have used scissors. Still, it's was cheap and fast and I'm okay with it.

No fuss, no muss and no chit-chat. Good cut and good price.

Would give it no stars if possible. Came to get my son a hair cut and barber was INSIDE SMOKING A CIGARETTE!!! Turned around and went elsewhere