5 Best Barber Shops in Downtown, Rochester MN
Updated 05 October 2026 · 12 barber shops in Downtown, Rochester MN considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This is a ranked list of five barber shops and hair salons offering men's haircuts around Downtown Rochester, Minnesota, chosen from 12 qualifying businesses. The ranking uses Google ratings weighted by how many people left a review. It is meant for anyone in Downtown Rochester who wants to compare options by hours, address, accessibility and what reviewers mention, including some critical comments.
#1
The Barber Lounge
★ 4.9 (262 Google reviews)Barber shop
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The Barber Lounge is at 4208 E Frontage Rd. It is open 7 am to 5 pm on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 9 am to 5 pm on Monday and Wednesday, and closed Sunday. It lists a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance and toilet. Reviewers mention barbers who listen, precise and consistent cuts and a professional but relaxed shop. A few reviewers were unhappy with communication and the cost of a basic cut.
Best for: Consistent, detail-focused cuts
- Address
- 4208 E Frontage Rd, Rochester, MN 55901, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–5 pm; Mon 9 am–5 pm; Sat 7 am–5 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 7 am–5 pm; Tue 7 am–5 pm; Wed 9 am–5 pm
#2
MenSalon LLC
★ 4.7 (389 Google reviews)Hair salon
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MenSalon LLC is listed as a hair salon at 2504 19th St NW. Hours run 9 am to 8 pm on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 9 am to 7 pm on Monday and Wednesday, and 8 am to 3:30 pm on Saturday, with Sunday closed. It lists a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance and toilet. Reviewers mention friendly, efficient cuts and good results on thick hair. One reviewer was told an appointment was needed shortly before closing.
Best for: Men's cuts, including thick hair
- Address
- 2504 19th St NW, Rochester, MN 55901, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–8 pm; Mon 9 am–7 pm; Sat 8 am–3:30 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 9 am–8 pm; Tue 9 am–8 pm; Wed 9 am–7 pm
#3
Hillcrest Barbers
★ 4.8 (180 Google reviews)Barber shop
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Hillcrest Barbers is at 1634 Hwy 52 N. It is open 8 am to 5:30 pm Tuesday to Friday and 8 am to 3:30 pm on Saturday, and closed Sunday and Monday. Appointments are required, cards are accepted and it is good for kids. Reviewers mention a traditional barber shop feel, easy online booking and families who come in together. One reviewer felt their instructions were not followed.
Best for: Traditional shop for families
- Address
- 1634 Hwy 52 N, Rochester, MN 55901, United States
- Hours
- Fri 8 am–5:30 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 8 am–3:30 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 8 am–5:30 pm; Tue 8 am–5:30 pm; Wed 8 am–5:30 pm
#4
Cost Cutters
★ 4.6 (629 Google reviews)Hair salon
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This Cost Cutters is a hair salon at 3400 55th St NW, open 9 am to 6 pm Monday to Friday and 8 am to 4 pm on Saturday, closed Sunday. It accepts walk-ins, recommends appointments and lists on-site parking and an LGBTQ+ friendly setting. Reviewers mention good results with color and highlights, and a stylist who was kind and patient with an older customer who has Alzheimer's.
Best for: Walk-in cuts and color work
- Address
- 3400 55th St NW, Rochester, MN 55901, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–6 pm; Mon 9 am–6 pm; Sat 8 am–4 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 9 am–6 pm; Tue 9 am–6 pm; Wed 9 am–6 pm
#5
Cost Cutters
★ 4.6 (464 Google reviews)Hair salon
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This Cost Cutters is a hair salon at 4607 Maine Ave SE, Suite 207, open 9 am to 7 pm Monday to Thursday, 9 am to 5 pm on Friday and Saturday, and closed Sunday. It accepts walk-ins and lists on-site parking and wheelchair-accessible entrance. Reviewers mention good work on curly hair, stylists who turned a rough idea into the look wanted, and a returning stylist that regulars followed.
Best for: Curly hair and style changes
- Address
- 4607 Maine Ave SE #207, Rochester, MN 55904, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–5 pm; Mon 9 am–7 pm; Sat 9 am–5 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 12 barber shops in Downtown, Rochester MN 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, The Barber Lounge 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?
The Barber Lounge ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.9 from 262 reviews. MenSalon LLC is second at 4.7 from 389 reviews.
Which barber shops in Downtown, Rochester MN are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is MenSalon LLC, at 8 pm.
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