A Little Off The Top Barber Shop — Attraction in Oakland

I brought my preteen son in for a haircut, and the barbershop absolutely nailed it. At this age, he’s starting to care more about how his hair looks, and the barber listened carefully to what he wanted while also giving expert suggestions. The result was a fresh, stylish cut that he was proud to show off.

What really impressed me was how comfortable Terrance made him feel. Terrance was patient, friendly, and talked to him like an equal not just “a kid in the chair.” That made a huge difference. He walked out not only looking great but also feeling more confident.

The shop itself is clean, welcoming, and has a cool vibe that made my son feel grown-up without being intimidating. This was one of the best haircut experiences we’ve had, and we’ll definitely be back. Highly recommend for anyone with preteens or teens who want both style and a...

Ricky has been blessing me since his barber college days! As a fellow barber, I truly admire his attention to detail and his punctuality—it’s rare to find someone who values both. Ricky can handle all textures and styles of hair with ease, which speaks to his skill and experience.

If you’re lucky enough to get a spot with him, consider it a blessing—you can’t go wrong! He’s also built an incredible team that’s motivated to follow his blueprint for success.

If you’re ever in the Richmond/San Pablo/Hercules area, do yourself a favor and visit Off Top. You won’t be disappointed! It costs to floss, and if you want to look your best, give them a shout—they’ll take great...

After a quick search in my area, I noticed "A Little Off the Top" was nearby. I just dropped in, not realizing it was by appointment only. I was in luck! Terrence's appointment failed to show up on time and I was in the chair. I was really impressed by how clean and organized the shop was. I appreciated the attention to detail and to me was a clear indication that I was in the hands of a professional that takes pride in his craft. I was very pleased with my cut and the overall service is top notch. Lastly, I was really impressed by professionalism Terrence displayed when handling the client who eventually showed up. Terrence has a great vibe and I will...