Veteran-owned
Owned by a military veteran and surviving spouse, proudly serving service members from every branch and the broader San Clemente community.
San Clemente • Est. by veterans
Precision cuts.
Straight razor shaves.
Clean fades done right.
With over 30 years of experience, A Cut Above Barber Shop specializes in military cuts, modern styles, and detailed grooming for men and women, delivered with consistency, care, and attention to detail every visit.
- 30+Years experience
- 5Skilled barbers
- AllBranches welcome
- 100%Walk-ins welcome
A Cut Above
Barber Shop
The promise
"Sit back, relax, and leave sharp, confident, and refreshed."
- Complimentary shampoo with every service
- Complimentary drinks while you relax
- Cash preferred. On-site ATM and card options accepted
- Walk-ins welcome, appointments preferred
What sets us apart
A clean, modern shop with three decades of craft.
We're San Clemente's veteran-owned barber shop. Every cut is delivered with consistency, care, and attention to detail in a space designed for you to relax, refresh, and recharge.
Precision craft
Straight razor fades, lineups, beard work, and detailed designs from barbers with decades of combined experience.
For everyone
Men, women, and kids. Military regulation cuts, gentleman's classics, modern styles, and color services.
Welcoming space
Complimentary shampoo and drinks. A clean, modern shop where you're a guest, not a number.
Services
A full menu of barber and hair services.
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Military Fades
from $18Sharp, regulation-ready fades for active-duty service members from every branch, and for veterans. Done right, done fast.
- High & tight
- Recon
- Inspection-ready lineup
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Gentleman's Cuts
from $35Short modern men's cuts and gentleman's classics, tailored to your face shape and lifestyle.
- Scissor cuts
- Modern styles
- Hot-towel finish
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Women's & Long Haircuts
from $45Precision cuts and shaping for women's styles and longer hair, with the same attention to detail as our barber work.
- Shears & dry cutting
- Layering & shaping
- Style consult
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Beard Trims & Lineups
from $20Detailed beard sculpting and crisp razor lineups for a clean, defined finish that holds for weeks.
- Beard shaping
- Neck & cheek lines
- Razor-sharp lineup
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Straight Razor Face Shaves
from $50Hot-towel straight razor shaves done the traditional way.
- Hot towel
- Traditional straight razor
- Smooth finish
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Hair Color (Men)
from $25 varies by lengthRefresh, blend gray, or add depth. Pricing depends on hair length and coverage.
- Touch-ups
- Gray blending
- All-over color
The chairs
Meet your barbers.
Each barber has their own specialty so you can choose the right fit for your style.
- KR
Kristy Rogers
Owner • 30+ years
"30 years of precision, care, and consistently clean results."
- DJ
DeAndre James
Co-Owner • 12+ years
"Where precision meets creativity."
- HB
Heather Bravo
Barber • 12+ years
"Reliable, versatile, and always on point."
- MG
Mario Gonzalez
Barber • 2.5 years
"Clean fades, sharp details, rising talent."
- R
Rafa
Barber • 5 years
"Classic cuts done right, every time."
Find us
Right on El Camino Real in San Clemente.
Easy to find, easy to park. Walk-ins are welcome, and same-day appointments are often available. Call or text to lock in your barber.
- Phone
- 949-369-1584
- Hours
- Sunday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PMMonday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PMTue & Wed: ClosedThu - Sat: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- On-site
- ATM available • Complimentary shampoo & drinks
Book today
Ready for a fresh cut?
Call or text. Same-day appointments often available. Walk-ins welcome.