Ricks Place

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. At Rick’s Place, a regular was getting his usual cut when he heard the barber say, ‘I’ve never seen anything like it.’ Everyone turned to see what looked like an old newspaper floating through the open window. The paper landed on the floor with a rustle, and everyone burst out laughing—including the regular, who realized it was his own copy of yesterday’s sports section. Turns out Rick had accidentally left the window open during his lunch break. As the regular picked up his paper, Rick grinned and said, ‘Welcome back, pal! Looks like you missed quite a game!’

2. At Rick's Place, while a delivery driver was waiting for his turn, he noticed an unusual sign on the door: ‘Today's special: haircuts so good, you'll forget why you came!’ Finally called in, the delivery guy sat down and whispered to Rick, ‘So, what’s today’s special?’ Rick grinned mischievously, ‘Just relax, close your eyes—and don’t open them until I say!’ The driver nodded warily but soon burst out laughing when he opened his eyes—his hair now perfectly styled into something completely unexpected. He left muttering, ‘I’ll never know if I needed a haircut or not.’

3. At Rick’s Place, while a new employee was setting up shop in the morning, she overheard an unusual conversation coming from one of the mirrors. She leaned closer to listen: ‘I’ll take two,’ said a regular. ‘And could you make it extra fluffy today?’ replied his friend, a delivery driver. She smiled to herself, thinking how nice it would be if everyone had such friendly conversations while getting their hair done.

4. At Rick’s Place, while a new employee was setting up shop in the morning, she overheard an old lady asking her neighbor: ‘Do you think they still do those special hairstyles here?’ The young stylist, curious now, leaned closer and heard the neighbor whisper, ‘You know, I once had my wedding curls done here back in ’87.’ With a twinkle in her eye, Rick turned around and said, ‘Ma’am, if we can still find your perm record, we’ll make it happen!’ The whole place erupted into laughter, and that day became legendary for Rick’s Place—where history meets humor.