http://www.groominglounge.com/visitourstore.html

Yeah, we quaffed five beers while we were there. It does seem to be open bar, though the limits are in place more by decorum than by stipulation. They do offer other drinks as well: Coffee, espresso, cappuccino, mineral water, teas, The two beers on tap are Sam Adams and Coors Light. No hard liquor, but as I said, members are allowed to stock the bar with a bottle of their own choosing.

As for the tipping - I have done a lot of time in the service industry, and my inclination was to tip everyone - the girl who washed my hair, the girl who did my nails, the girl who cut my hair, and the valet who shined my shoes (and did a great job, too). I probably overtipped the one who cut my hair, but everyone else got $5.

Well, most of the haircuts I saw being performed would fall under the standard barbershop bailiwick, but that is more due to the styles that the men were seeking than the house itself. I have longish hair and got the ends trimmed and had some layers put in, so it was more like a salon style. Unfortunately Michelle, my hair technician (I’ll call them that instead of “barber” or “stylist”) had to rush into her next client, so I didn’t get blown out and styled as I’d have preferred, got it all gelled back instead. So to answer your question: I don’t know, but you can certainly give them a call about that: (212) 922-0361, or fill out the inquiry form.

Two questions: You drank five beers and they were all included in the “Full Service”? You mean to say it’s basically open bar while you’re there?

And tipping–what’s the appropriate behavior? Who do you tip and how much?

Thanks.

Well, one more question… Are they barbers or “hair stylists”? Meaning can one switch out the haircut for a beard trim and head shave?

Any chance of them expanding to the midwest, say KC? Wait, I’ll answer my own question: no chance.

PS- The link is broken.