5 Underrated Barber Shops in Downtown, Appleton WI Worth Trying
Updated 05 October 2026 · 15 barber shops in Downtown, Appleton WI considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This is a short list of five barber shops and salons around Downtown Appleton, WI that earn high Google ratings without having piled up hundreds of reviews. It is meant for people who want a trusted cut or color from a smaller shop. Each business is rated 4.4 or higher on Google with fewer than 400 reviews, and the list is ranked from Google ratings weighted by review count. Fifteen qualifying businesses were considered in total.
#1
Rübrum Barbershop
★ 5 (70 Google reviews)Barber shop
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Rübrum Barbershop is a barber shop on West Edison Avenue in Appleton, rated 5 from 70 reviews. Google lists a wheelchair-accessible car park. Reviewers mention a relaxed atmosphere, haircuts and beard trims, and a barber who adapts styles to different hair types. One parent says their teenage son had a good first visit, and another reviewer likes the balance of conversation and cutting and being respectful of their time.
Best for: Haircuts and beard trims, teens included
- Address
- 101 W Edison Ave Ste 100, Appleton, WI 54915, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–5:15 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 9 am–12 am; Sun 12–2 am; Thu 12–6 am, 10:30 am–6:30 pm; Tue 9 am–12 am; Wed 12–6 am, 9:30 am–12 am
#2
The Hair Lounge
★ 5 (39 Google reviews)Hair salon
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The Hair Lounge is a hair salon on East Newberry Street in Appleton, rated 5 from 39 reviews. Google notes it identifies as women-owned, takes credit and debit cards, has a free parking lot, and requires appointments. It is open Monday to Friday and closed on weekends. Reviewers mention cuts and color, including blonding and corrections to grown-out hair, and say the stylist took time to work out what they wanted.
Best for: Color, blonding and cuts by appointment
- Address
- 2920 E Newberry St, Appleton, WI 54915, United States
- Hours
- Fri 10 am–4 pm; Mon 11 am–5 pm; Sat Closed; Sun Closed; Thu 10 am–6 pm; Tue 10 am–7 pm; Wed 10 am–7 pm
#3
Rock Clipper Scissor
★ 5 (34 Google reviews)Barber shop
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Rock Clipper Scissor is a barber shop on West Wisconsin Avenue in Appleton, rated 5 from 34 reviews. It is open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, with shorter hours on Friday, and closed on weekends. Google lists a wheelchair-accessible entrance, a restroom and that it is good for kids. Reviewers mention an old-style barber shop feel, friendly conversation, long-time regulars and a repaired haircut for a child.
Best for: Classic barber shop feel and kids' cuts
- Address
- 1814 W Wisconsin Ave, Appleton, WI 54914, United States
- Hours
- Fri 10 am–3 pm; Mon 10 am–4 pm; Sat Closed; Sun Closed; Thu 10 am–3 pm; Tue 1–7 pm; Wed 1–7 pm
#4
Red Razor Barbershop
★ 5 (22 Google reviews)Barber shop
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Red Razor Barbershop is a barber shop on South Linwood Avenue in Appleton, rated 5 from 22 reviews. Google notes it identifies as women-owned, is LGBTQ+ friendly, requires appointments, takes cards and NFC payments, and offers free parking. Reviewers mention fades and parts, a clean, well-decorated shop, and a barber who asks what look you want. Some say they have returned for years.
Best for: Fades and appointments in a welcoming shop
- Address
- 400 S Linwood Ave, Appleton, WI 54914, United States
- Hours
- Fri 12–5 pm; Mon 2–8 pm; Sat 11 am–4 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 2–8 pm; Tue 2–8 pm; Wed 2–8:30 pm
#5
Fades & Shaves Barbershop
★ 4.9 (119 Google reviews)Barber shop
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Fades & Shaves Barbershop is a barber shop on North Ballard Road in Appleton, rated 4.9 from 119 reviews. It is open Tuesday to Friday and on Saturday morning to 4 pm, closed Sunday and Monday. Google lists a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance and toilet. Reviewers mention beard work, fades and a child's first barbershop haircut, and describe a laid-back atmosphere with good conversation.
Best for: Beard work and fades, laid-back shop
- Address
- 2838 1/2 N Ballard Rd, Appleton, WI 54911, United States
- Hours
- Fri 10 am–7 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 10 am–4 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 10 am–7 pm; Tue 10 am–7 pm; Wed 10 am–7 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 15 barber shops in Downtown, Appleton WI with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then rated 4.4 or higher on Google but with fewer than 400 reviews. 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, Rübrum Barbershop opens at 9 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?
Rübrum Barbershop ranks first, with a Google rating of 5 from 70 reviews. The Hair Lounge is second at 5 from 39 reviews.
Which barber shops in Downtown, Appleton WI are open late?
Rübrum Barbershop stays open until 2 am.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for The Hair Lounge and Red Razor Barbershop.
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