Staging Area

Absolutely great. Both John and Angel are awesome guys, stand-up type of guys, will shake your hand, call you sir and do you right! If you want a haircut on a Thurs/Fri though, best to call in and make an appt as they get busy!

Clean well run shop with the owner, John, and on other barber. I had a pleasant experience, but John didn't listen to me. He took too much off, despite me telling him I only wanted a light trim.
And chopped off my sideburns even though I told him that I wanted them the same length

John at the Staging Area is the one to see if you have a child with difficulty getting his hair cut. For about 6 or 7 years my husband cut our son's hair because he would get so upset at salons. One person refused to cut his hair because he was crying so much and that was the last time I took him to a shop. My older son went to John a few times and recommended him so we gave it a try. My younger son was apprehensive at first but soon calmed down (even smiled!) as John asked him questions and made conversation through the visit. I could not believe the transformation!! A few days after the haircut, my son said his hair was getting a little too long as asked if we could go back! Every visit is a pleasure now and he still begs to go back. Thank you, John, for your patience and skill, and for turning a traumatic experience into one of joy!

Hands down, the best barber shop in Central Jersey! John and Angel are incredibly down-to-earth guys who work hard and make their craft look effortless. Their talent and dedication are truly unmatched.

I only wish I had found this place sooner! They deliver great haircuts at fair prices, all while creating a social and welcoming atmosphere. It's the kind of place you thought only existed in movies or on TV—a true hidden gem. Highly recommend! I mean they have a front porch you can chill on while waiting your turn! Cmon!

As a parent, I was dreading the day I had to take my son Sebastian to get his haircut. He's always been so scared since he has been cut by a barber at super cuts and I was worried that he was not going to want to cut his hair. That is, until we discovered STAGING AREA Barbershop on Amwell Road somerset NJ!!! What really impressed me, though, was how the barbers interacted with Sebastian during the haircut. They talked to him the entire time, asking about his favorite toys and TV shows. Whenever Sebastian started to get antsy, they'd pause and let him take a break. I've never seen a haircut go so smoothly! The end result was a perfect, age-appropriate cut that Sebastian was actually proud of. And the best part? He's been begging to go back ever since. STAGING AREA BARBER SHOP has truly transformed what used to be a dreaded chore into a fun, positive experience for my son. As a parent, I can't recommend this barbershop enough. If you're looking for a place that will make your child feel comfortable, respected, and even excited about getting their hair cut, STAGING AREA BARBER SHOP is the way to go. They've earned a loyal customer in me and my family!"

- Accommodating barbers who adjust their approach to keep the child calm and comfortable
- An overall experience that turns a potentially stressful situation into a positive, enjoyable one