Yorkville's Go-To Barber Shop – City Barbers NYC

Yorkville's Neighborhood Barbershop

Yorkville occupies the northeastern stretch of the Upper East Side, running roughly from East 79th Street up to East 96th Street along the East River corridor. It's a neighborhood with a rich history — once the heart of New York's German and Hungarian immigrant communities — and today it's a vibrant, family-friendly area known for its brownstone blocks, the beautiful Carl Schurz Park along the river, and the buzzing commercial strip along 86th Street.

City Barbers has been the trusted barbershop for Yorkville men since 1972. Located at 223 E 74th Street — just a few blocks south of the neighborhood's southern border — we're the most convenient full-service barbershop for anyone living or working in the 80s and low 90s on the east side of Manhattan. Whether you're coming from near the East River or heading over from the York Avenue side, getting to us is fast and easy.

Expert Grooming for the Men of Yorkville

Yorkville has always had a distinct character: unpretentious, community-oriented, and proud of its history. At City Barbers, we share that spirit. Our shop isn't a trendy pop-up or a corporate chain — it's a real neighborhood barbershop that has been standing in the same spot through five decades of New York City changes. Walk through our door and you'll find the same thing you'd find in a great barbershop from any era: skilled hands, a good conversation, and a chair that's been waiting for you.

Our barbers are masters of both classic and modern cuts. Yorkville men tend to know what they want, and we're ready to deliver it — whether that's a clean, professional cut for a Monday morning or a sharp skin fade for the weekend. Every service concludes with a proper finish: hot towel neck cleanup, styling, and a look that holds up all week.

All the Services Yorkville Clients Need

We offer the full range of men's grooming at City Barbers, with clear, honest pricing and no upselling:

Close to Carl Schurz Park and the 86th Street Corridor

Yorkville's two most defining landmarks tell you everything about the neighborhood: Carl Schurz Park along the East River offers one of Manhattan's most beloved green spaces, with walkways along the river, a dog run, and quiet benches that fill up in every season. The 86th Street corridor, running east-west across the neighborhood, is Yorkville's commercial spine — home to restaurants, grocers, pharmacies, and a busy Q and 4/5/6 subway hub.

From 86th Street, City Barbers is an easy 12-minute walk south to 74th Street, or a quick two-stop subway ride on the 4/5/6. From Carl Schurz Park and the waterfront blocks of the 80s, we're equally accessible by foot or by hopping the crosstown bus on 79th or 86th Street. No matter where in Yorkville you're coming from, getting to us is simple.

Walk-In or Book Ahead — It's Up to You

We know Yorkville men are busy. Some are parents dropping kids at school before work. Some are healthcare workers at the facilities along York Avenue. Some are commuters, students, or lifelong neighborhood residents who've been passing our block for years. We keep our hours generous to accommodate everyone: open Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 7 PM, Saturday 9 AM to 6 PM, and Sunday 10 AM to 4 PM.

Walk-ins are always welcome — just come in when it suits you and we'll take care of you. If you prefer to guarantee your time slot, especially for busy weekend mornings, you can book an appointment online through our Square booking link in seconds. Either way, there's no pressure and no attitude — just good barbering.

Proudly Serving ZIP Codes 10028, 10075, and Beyond

Yorkville spans ZIP codes 10028 and 10075 primarily, and we serve clients from those areas as well as from neighboring 10021 and 10065 regularly. If you're somewhere in the 70s through 90s on the east side of Manhattan, City Barbers is your neighborhood shop. We've been here for over five decades and we plan to be here for many more. Come in and experience the difference that real, old-school barbershop craft makes.

← Back to Home  |  View All Services  |  Hours & Location