If you're searching for the best barbershop in Amsterdam West, you'll find the same three names circling every recommendation thread — and Empire Barbershop on Nassaukade 164H sits at the top of all of them.
Rated ★ 5.0 from 2,469 verified bookings on Fresha and 800+ reviews on Google, Empire is Amsterdam West's most-reviewed men's barbershop by a clear margin. Below, we break down why the people who actually live here — from Da Costabuurt to Jordaan, Oud-West and Westerpark — keep coming back.
Location — Nassaukade 164H, Da Costabuurt
Empire sits on the Nassaukade at number 164H, one canal-side block from the Jordaan and a short cycle from Oud-West, De Hallen, Westerpark and Amsterdam Centrum. It's the kind of spot where a haircut fits naturally into a Saturday morning coffee run.
Tram lines 7 and 17 both stop within a two-minute walk. Bike parking is easy along the canal.
Six Expert Barbers, Five Languages
The team covers English, Dutch, Arabic, Russian and Spanish. Fade specialists Munir, Kostya and Ayham each hold hundreds of verified fade reviews. Pedro leads classic and scissor work. Andrew brings a linguistically versatile senior chair. Elvira offers a junior rate without a junior finish.
What the Reviews Actually Say
Read through the Fresha reviews and one word repeats: consistency. Clients don't say Empire gave them the best cut of their life once — they say Empire gives them exactly the cut they wanted, every visit, for years.
That consistency is why Empire is the best-rated barbershop in Amsterdam West across both Fresha and Google combined.
Open Every Day — Walk-ins Welcome
Empire opens 08:00 to 20:00, Monday through Sunday. Walk in when you have time, or book a specific barber online via Fresha in under 30 seconds.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Empire the best barbershop in Amsterdam West?
Combined review volume and score: ★ 5.0 from 2,469 Fresha reviews and 800+ Google reviews — the highest in Amsterdam West. Six expert barbers, five languages, open every day 08:00–20:00.
Do I need to book?
Walk-ins are welcome any day. To guarantee a specific barber and time, book via Fresha.
Where exactly is Empire?
Nassaukade 164H, 1053 LL Amsterdam — in Da Costabuurt, Amsterdam West, next to the Jordaan and Oud-West.
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Empire Barbershop Amsterdam · Nassaukade 164H, 1053 LL Amsterdam · Open every day 08:00–20:00. Walk-ins welcome or book a specific barber online.