Yao Barber Shop

So, for the second time in my long life, I decided to grow my beard out for Movember/Decembeard. This is the only time of the year my job allows us to have facial hair. I started at the end of October and had a pretty good length by the start of December. I was getting a lot of flyaways though, so I figured I'd go to a barber to clean it up. Neither the barber nor his receptionist speak much English, but I tried to explain to them them I just want my beard trimmed to look well kept. I didn't want any trendy styles though, because I'm older, but there was no way to communicate that to them. When the barber sat me down, he rotated the chair away from the mirror, so I couldn't see what he was doing. Next thing I know, he's using clippers with a #1 attachment and cutting upward, AGAINST the growth pattern, which cut off almost half the length. After cutting the right side of my face, he turns me around to look in the mirror and show me how it looked. It was too late. The damage was done. I had no choice but to let him trim everything else. I was thoroughly pissed off. On top of that, he didn't even shave down the edges with a straight razor and he didn't use any products, like beard balm or wax, to treat the hair. Just cut and get out. Never again will I go there.

One of the best hair cutting experiences I’ve ever had. I gave him a hard request and immediately noticed where he had to cut. Thank you for the wonderful haircut right before my school photo!

I’ve been coming here for about six months now, and I can honestly say this is the best barbershop in the area. The shop is always clean, the service is extremely professional, and the haircuts are consistently high quality. The prices are very affordable—honestly, I think they should be charging more for the level of service they provide. I’ve been to many barbers in this area, and nothing compares to this place. My kids love coming here too, which says a lot. Thank you for always taking great care of us!

Great place, great price, great cut! It is clean, easy to get an appointment, and lots of parking. They take cards and cash which is convenient too. Full face shave is great here as well!!!

I have been coming to the barbershop since Lyn and Tony took over (back when they had a mini fridge full of free soda & water for customers). Prices shot up in 2022, but have since come down. A cut is $24. There are several highly-rated barbershops in Torrance that (in my opinion) charge way too much for a haircut and have the occasional bad review on Yelp. When I found Yao Barbershop on yelp I was a little apprehensive to visit a barbershop with only four reviews but wow was I glad I did. Both Lyn and Tony have cut my hair and I am satisfied every time. My cut is simple (trim with scissors on top, #3 on the sides and taper) I'm in and out in 15 mins. I have very sensitive skin on the back of my neck so I usually avoid getting a taper and shave on the back, but with Lyn, I have not experienced any type of irritation on my skin. SHE IS A MAGICIAN. I was very happy I found Yao Barbershop near my workplace, visiting them every two weeks after work is a no-brainer. So glad I found Lyn & Yao barbershop. I had no Yelp before visiting Lyn, but after getting a great cut at an amazing price I just had to write a review!

Just came here for the first time and I must say I am really satisfied! For the haircut, I told him whatever he thinks looks good as long as it's short will be great since I haven't had a haircut for a while. He did amazing! Paid really close attention to details and was quick too. Price was also great compared to other barbershops, I will be back again for sure.

Been coming here for 4 years and it seems they throw a tantrum and become extremely rude and unhelpful every time a slight adjustment is asked. Unfortunately the decent price isn’t worth it anymore since they treat you like a child. It is not professional to scold someone if they have any adjustments they want made, let alone before their hair is even cut. After 4 years of tolerating their rudeness and arguing to me that flattening the top of the hair instead of keeping it round isn’t possible, it’s time to look elsewhere. I also tip over 30% every time and expect a level of professionalism. I’m just very disappointed in the treatment and behavior from these full grown adults.