5 Best Barber Shops in Downtown, Iowa City IA
Updated 05 October 2026 · 7 barber shops in Downtown, Iowa City IA considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide lists five barber shops and salons around Downtown, Iowa City IA, for anyone who wants a haircut from a well-reviewed local business. It is ranked from Google ratings, weighted by how many people left a review, so a high score from many reviewers counts for more. Seven qualifying businesses were considered. Each entry includes the address, hours and what reviewers mention.
#1
Thompson & Co Salon - Iowa City
★ 4.9 (997 Google reviews)Hair salon
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Thompson & Co Salon is a hair salon at 513 E Washington St, rated 4.9 from 997 reviews. Reviewers mention a cozy, clean and warm space, friendly stylists and long-term loyalty. One review mentions a slow start to a colour service. Walk-ins are accepted, appointments recommended, and Google lists wheelchair access and paid street parking. It opens Monday to Saturday and is closed Sunday.
Best for: Cuts and colour with many reviews
- Address
- 513 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA 52240, United States
- Hours
- Fri 8 am–7 pm; Mon 10 am–8 pm; Sat 7 am–3 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 8 am–8 pm; Tue 8 am–8 pm; Wed 8 am–8 pm
#2
Cost Cutters
★ 4.7 (443 Google reviews)Hair salon
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Cost Cutters is a hair salon at 729 Mormon Trek Blvd, rated 4.7 from 443 reviews. Reviewers mention stylists who listened, patience with colour choices and a comfortable welcome, including one reviewer who donated hair after a long gap between cuts. Walk-ins are accepted, and Google lists on-site parking, card payments and good for kids. Open Monday to Friday 9 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 3 pm.
Best for: Walk-in cuts and family visits
- Address
- 729 Mormon Trek Blvd, Iowa City, IA 52246, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–7 pm; Mon 9 am–7 pm; Sat 9 am–3 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 9 am–7 pm; Tue 9 am–7 pm; Wed 9 am–7 pm
#3
The Fade Factory IA
★ 4.7 (145 Google reviews)Barber shop
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The Fade Factory IA is a barber shop at 611 Southgate Ave Ste 101, rated 4.7 from 145 reviews. Reviewers mention professional, friendly barbers, clean surroundings and appointments that run on time. Several say they bring family members and have returned for years. It is open Monday to Saturday, with Sunday hours from 2 to 7 pm, and Google lists wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance and toilet.
Best for: Barber cuts for the whole family
- Address
- 611 Southgate Ave Ste 101, Iowa City, IA 52240, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–7 pm; Mon 10 am–7 pm; Sat 9 am–6 pm; Sun 2–7 pm; Thu 10 am–7 pm; Tue 10 am–7 pm; Wed 10 am–7 pm
#4
Fresh Feel Fade Salon and Spa
★ 4.9 (65 Google reviews)Beauty Parlour
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Fresh Feel Fade Salon and Spa is at 1570 S 1st Ave A, rated 4.9 from 65 reviews. Reviewers mention a first professional haircut that turned out well, a stylist who helped them decide what they wanted, and kindness toward young children. Appointments are required, and Google lists card payments and good for kids. It is open Monday to Friday 10 am to 6 pm and Saturday 10 am to 4 pm.
Best for: First salon haircuts and young kids
- Address
- 1570 S 1st Ave A, Iowa City, IA 52240, United States
- Hours
- Fri 10 am–6 pm; Mon 10 am–6 pm; Sat 10 am–4 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 10 am–6 pm; Tue 10 am–6 pm; Wed 10 am–6 pm
#5
Mint Salon + Barbering
★ 4.7 (118 Google reviews)Hairdresser
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Mint Salon + Barbering is a hairdresser at 1301 S Gilbert St #1, rated 4.7 from 118 reviews. Reviewers mention barbering done with attention to detail, a stylist who asks what you want, and a warm greeting with a drink offered. One reviewer was disappointed with a haircut. It is open Monday to Friday 9 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 1 pm.
Best for: Barbering with a welcoming setting
- Address
- 1301 S Gilbert St #1, Iowa City, IA 52240, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–7 pm; Mon 9 am–7 pm; Sat 9 am–1 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 9 am–7 pm; Tue 9 am–7 pm; Wed 9 am–7 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 7 barber shops in Downtown, Iowa City IA with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then ranked by Google rating, weighted by how many people left one. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 05 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- For an early start, Thompson & Co Salon - Iowa City opens at 7 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated barber shop on this list?
Thompson & Co Salon - Iowa City ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.9 from 997 reviews. Cost Cutters is second at 4.7 from 443 reviews.
Which barber shops in Downtown, Iowa City IA are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Thompson & Co Salon - Iowa City, at 8 pm.
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