Precision Fades
Tight, blended fades and clean classic cuts dialed in for every hair type and head shape.
DeKalb's Neighborhood Barbershop
Sharp Cuts,Good Conversation
A chair that feels like home. Classic craftsmanship with a modern edge, right on Lincoln Highway. From clean skin fades to hot-towel straight razor shaves, we keep NIU students and DeKalb locals looking their best.
Walk-ins welcome. No appointment needed.DeKalb's Neighborhood Barbershop
Why us
What sets us apart
Hot-Towel Shaves
Old-school straight razor shaves with steamed towels, hot lather, and a smooth, close finish.
Walk-Ins Welcome
Got time between classes or after work? Drop in, or book a chair ahead to skip the wait.
Student-Friendly
Steps from Northern Illinois University with a student cut priced for a college budget.
Our Work
Our Work
A look at the cuts, fades, and finishes coming out of our chairs.
Your Chair on Lincoln Highway
We're an independent neighborhood barbershop built on sharp craft and good conversation.
University City Barbershop sits right in the heart of DeKalb on the Lincoln Highway — America's first coast-to-coast highway, which doubles as the town's main street — where the energy of Northern Illinois University meets the loyalty of longtime locals. Whether you're a freshman getting your first college fade or a regular who's been coming in for years, you'll get the same care, the same attention to detail, and the same easy conversation every time.
Our barbers take pride in the classics, clean fades, precise lineups, and traditional hot-towel shaves, while keeping a modern edge on every style that comes through the door. Pull up a chair, relax, and walk out looking and feeling your best.
Walk-Ins
Always Welcome
All Ages
Kids to Grandpas
NIU
Student Friendly
Visit
Visit the Shop
Find Us
817 West Lincoln Highway
DeKalb, IL 60115
The shop is on West Lincoln Highway on DeKalb's west side, along the same stretch that runs past the Northern Illinois University campus.
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Thursday
- 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Friday
- 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Saturday
- 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Book a Chair
Tell us what you need and your preferred time. We'll confirm your spot, walk-ins are always welcome too.