Barbones Barbershop

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. One morning, while waiting for his trim, a regular asked Barbones’ barber: ‘Do you ever wonder why that old truck always parks right outside your window?’ The barber shrugged and replied, 'I guess he needs a good haircut too!' A delivery driver then walked in, looked out the window, and said, 'Hey, I deliver there—maybe he’s just waiting for his package?' Everyone laughed as they realized how absurdly simple the answer was.

2. At dawn, when most shops were still shuttered, a delivery driver pulled up outside Barbones Barbershop with an unusual package. The shopkeeper eyed it warily as he unlocked the door. Curious, he opened it to reveal a vintage barber chair wrapped in brown paper. ‘What’s this?’ he asked aloud. A voice from behind replied, ‘It’s for you, old timer.’ Turning around, he saw only his reflection in the mirror—an older version of himself smiling back. From that day on, whenever someone new walked through those doors, they found not just a barbershop but also a time machine for memories.’

3. At dusk, when most people were already home, a delivery driver pulled up outside Barbones Barbershop and asked the owner, ‘Sir, is it true that your shop can make anyone look like their favorite historical figure?’ The owner smiled knowingly. 'Why yes,' he replied with a twinkle in his eye, 'but only if they bring their own wigs!' The delivery driver burst out laughing, realizing he'd been had, while a neighbor passing by nodded approvingly—another satisfied customer of Barbones Barbershop's unique service.

4. At closing time, when only the night janitor remained, a stray cat crept into Barbones Barbershop. The old man glanced up from his broom and whispered, ‘It’s been here before.’ The cat settled in an old armchair, purring contentedly. The janitor shook his head with a smile, then reached under the counter and pulled out a sausage from the shop's leftovers. 'Here, little fella,' he said softly. The cat took one sniff, gave him a sleepy look, and walked off to another chair for a nap. The next morning, everyone who came in found a note on the door: "Barbones Barbershop temporarily closed for cat napping."}