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7 Bucks A Wack
Category: Beauty and Spas Barbers Barbers [Edit]
8321 N Denver AvePortland, OR 97217
Neighborhoods: North Portland, Kenton
(503) 236-1010
- Price Range:
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$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- No
- Parking:
- Street
- By Appointment Only:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
10 reviews for 7 Bucks A Wack
10 reviews in English
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Review from Ray V.
3/26/2011
I've definitely reached the geezer stage of life, otherwise known as I really don't give a crap about hair style any more! Ponytails and sylistic quaffs are long gone. Now between the helmets, and beeing too busy, simple, wash n wear is what I aspire too these days. Being greeted by Elvis is the way to go! And Darlene and company do a nice job of whacking. Effiecient, inexpensive, and for those not like me, stylish is available as well!
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Review from Justin T.
Portland, OR
10/14/2008
For $7 bucks and getting in and out in like 20 minutes, I'd have to say I'm pretty happy with what I got. The barberess (I don't know if that's a word, but JW used it, so it probably isn't) did have scissors, they were the thinning shears a few whacks over my scalp and it was over.
Because the place is pretty small, I wouldn't recommend hanging out there. But, there are a stack of magazines to browse thru, I didn't have time to check them out because I was taken care of pretty soon after arriving. -
Review from Josh K.
Brooklyn, NY
6/20/2007
I remember this place being down by 9th or 10th and Morrison, but it's been a while, and how many 7 Bucks A Wack can there be?
Anyways, I couldn't decide whether to give 1 star or 5 stars, so I settled on 3. On the one hand, it's the best haircut [entertainment] value I've encountered. On the other hand, the proprietor is kind of like the evil twin of Ricky Bobby's mom from Talladega Nights. Cigarette dangling, she gets a deathgrip on yer head and goes to town with the clippers. No scissors in this place.Listed in: Places I Used to go in…
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Review from Stephen R.
Portland, OR
11/15/2008
Truely David Lynch-ian... unlike anything I have ever experinced in the grooming arts. Darlene, in her 70s, blond hair teased way high, cigarette dangeling from her lips, wearing a tube top & hot pants, will cut your hair & trim you eyebrows & goatee for- $7! If this wasn't enough, I'm often treated to her rubbing against me & the thrill of enjoying her dog- Elvis in an array of costumes (my fave is a biker outfit). All in full view of a giant Paul Bunyon statue. Really. The best entertainment value in Portland.
The husband & I both go here.Listed in: My Neighborhood
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Review from Chad B.
Portland, OR
11/13/2010
Darlene was actually boiling potatoes while cutting my hair (in between smoke breaks). There's tooth paste on the counter next to her ash tray that looks recently squeezed. What's not to love ? Elvis the dog humped my leg while I gave Darlene $10 for a bad ass haircut. I will never go anywhere else....
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Review from Seth P.
Portland, OR
11/26/2008
Definitely not your Bishops or Supercuts. That's right, it is only 7 bucks, and I don't know how she does it. This place offers this best value in hair cut's I've seen save my Jersey Italian barber back home. If you're looking for a straight-forward cut or trim by a curious women who brings her dog with her to work and whose outfits will keep you guessing, this is the place.
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Review from Sam A.
Portland, OR
4/18/2010 1 photo
Darlene like a 'hair whisperer.' One look at you and she knows what it will take. She is head and shoulders above most of the rest.
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Review from Chris S.
Portland, OR
1/23/2010
It's $7! With a 3$ tip you are out of there for 10$. Darlene and John run a no nonsense barber shop. The decor is non existent and a bit cramped but all you are getting is a hair cut. Darlene does a better job and will usually trim your eye brows as part of the hair cut. She's a riot...in her 70's, big blond hair, lots of make up, and fashion is not her priority. She obviously loves Elvis as evidenced by some of the decor and her dog Elvis is also in the shop a lot. Occasionally you have to wait a few extra minutes while Darlene or John step out for a cigarette. Just a good, old fashioned, no nonsense barbershop.
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Review from Nathan V.
Portland, OR
3/12/2011
Yes it is a highly ironic and anachronistic experience to get your haircut here. But I also want to emphasize that she does good work! It will surprise you. I am always very happy with the result. The value is amazing and you know every dollar is going right back into Kenton!
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Review from Dan H.
Portland, OR
4/5/2011
This was a miserable experience on all accounts. Darlene smells like spent cigarettes, the haircut I received was the worst I've ever had. If you actually care about your appearance and aren't over 65, spend the extra $10 and get yourself a proper cut from a professional.
