It seems that Marco F. is my barbershop Sherpa leading me up the men's grooming mountaintop. This is the second place I've gone to based on his recommendation and the second place that knocked it out of the park.
Even though their location is relatively new, it feels like an old school barbershop. The sense of community, the laughter, the straight razors and hot lather.
One thing that really stood out was their receptionist. She was professional and easy to speak with. None of the barbers had a phone jammed in their neck while cutting hair which is a drawback to the more old-fashioned joints.
My haircut was super tight. Calix had laser beam precision when he worked and a great understanding of head shape. My girl was speechless when I came home because she hadn't seen me with a cut that well executed in a long time. (Sorry previous barbershop)
I will definitely be a repeat customer.