Crown Royal Barbershop

Barbershops in New York come and go, but the ones that stick around usually have something simple going for them. Crown Royal Barbershop fits that mold—no frills, just the basics done right. You’ll find it at 406 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10016, a stretch of the city where old-school charm hasn’t been entirely bulldozed by glass towers.

This isn’t the kind of place that tries to be anything more than what it is. A barber shop, plain and simple, with a few extras that make the stop a little easier. They serve drinks, which might sound unnecessary until you’re sitting there for the third time this month. Kids are welcome too, a detail parents in the neighborhood probably appreciate more than they’d admit.

If you’re due for a trim or just need to kill some time, give them a call at (646) 455-0371. No appointment system to wrestle with, just a straightforward spot to get the job done. The hours aren’t posted here, but the map will tell you what you need to know.

Third Avenue isn’t exactly quiet, but it’s the kind of street where you can still spot a barber pole from half a block away. For directions, pull up the map and walk over—you’ll figure it out.