The Gentlemen’s Choice in Chinatown

Classic British haircuts, modern fades, and the closest straight-razor hot towel shave you’ll find in Singapore. Just five minutes from Outram Park MRT.

The British Barbers – Timeless Grooming in Chinatown

The British Barbers was founded on a simple belief. A gentleman should be able to walk into a barbershop in Singapore and leave looking sharper, calmer, and quietly confident, without noise, rush, or compromise.

We have taken the traditional British barbering ritual, once found on Jermyn Street over a century ago, and brought it to a restored shophouse in the heart of Chinatown. The same scissors-over-comb precision, hot towel treatments, and straight-razor shaves are now available just five minutes from Outram Park MRT.

Every barber at The British Barbers has trained directly under Hassan Elgamal, following the standards he developed over more than twenty-five years of professional barbering across Egypt, Dubai, and Singapore.

The result is a consistently refined grooming experience. Sharp haircuts, smoother shaves, and timeless men’s grooming designed to endure beyond trends.

This is the legacy we preserve every day at The British Barbers.

Barber performing traditional hot towel straight-razor shave on client at The British Barbers premium barbershop in Chinatown Singapore – classic gentleman grooming experience
Master barber applying pre-shave cream for traditional hot towel straight-razor shave at The British Barbers premium barbershop in Chinatown Singapore – best gentleman grooming experience
Barber combing and styling hair during gentleman haircut at The British Barbers premium barbershop in Chinatown Singapore – best barber experience for refined grooming

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Kristof Mikes-Liu
08:45 26 Jan 26
A friend recommended while I was on trip from Sydney. Very friendly and knowledgeable, gave a great haircut and beard trim. Took their time to get the details right. The shop is nicely air conditioned and a chill vibe. Recommend.
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Christian Egger
02:07 26 Jan 26
A true pleasure and enjoyment! Surpassed all my high expectations - thanks Hassan!
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brad ridge
18:44 23 Jan 26
First visit to The British Barbers and easily the best barber experience I have had over 25 years living in Singapore ... I chose the Royal Package and wasn't disappointed by the full service ... kudos to Hassan for his expertise and advice ... this is no my go to barber and highly recommended!
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Henrik Gjul
08:31 21 Jan 26
Clean, welcoming atmosphere and a skilled barber who really listens to what you want. The cut was sharp, precise, and exactly what I asked for. Friendly service, great attention to detail, and excellent value. Highly recommend
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JJ
04:10 20 Jan 26
Best barber in town by a mile
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Muslim Mohamed Amin
12:13 11 Jan 26
Shah is super meticulous with his haircut style — really impressed with the quality of his work! Mr Hassan even stepped in to fix the patches in my beard, and he’s truly a magician. Great teamwork and amazing service! Definitely coming back again. 👍
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Shan
04:03 13 Dec 25
Best hair cut experience ive ever had. Hassan gave me exactly what i wanted.
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Joseph V Joseph (JVJ)
09:11 11 Dec 25
Amazing service. The barbers are extremely friendly and they take good care of you and your needs. You can easily communicate to them about your specifications, have a friendly chat with them and more. The interior design of the place is very classical. The ambience is top notch. And they serve amazing coffee for their customers. No complaints, only compliments. Thank You.
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Mark O'Flynn
07:42 02 Dec 25
Had my beard trimmed and styled. Was a wonderful experience and was very well looked after. Highly recommend!
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Donata Montvydaite
04:39 02 Dec 25
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Mitch Wickham
10:32 01 Dec 25
Great cut and overall service by Hassan. Was a pleasure of an experience!
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Mohit Porwal
16:52 25 Nov 25
Mr Hassan, the proprietor of The British barbers Sg, delivers a rare blend of technical precision and refined artistry. The consultation was thoughtful, the cut impeccably balanced, and the styling elegant without effort. Every detail—from technique to atmosphere—reflected professionalism and genuine mastery.
Contrary to the surgical precision of his craft, the warmth of Mr Hassan's demeanor and conversation skills put even the most bustling minds at ease - engaging without being intrusive, attentive without pretense.
A truly elevated experience.
Anyone looking to restore in their lives the sanctity of a distinguished gentleman's grooming ritual, need look no further.
10/10 would recommend.
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Steve Knight
04:43 17 Nov 25
I recently visited The British Barbers in Singapore, and I can confidently say it was one of the best grooming experiences I’ve had. Hassan is exceptionally professional, attentive, and incredibly skilled at what he does. From the moment I sat in his chair, he took the time to understand exactly what I wanted, offering helpful suggestions while ensuring the final look matched my style perfectly. His precision and accuracy are outstanding—every cut, fade, and detail was executed with care and expertise.

What really sets Hassan apart is his consistency and commitment to quality. He doesn’t rush the process; instead, he focuses on delivering a clean, sharp finish that looks great from every angle. The shop itself has a warm, classic barber vibe, and the service is top-notch from start to finish. If you’re looking for a reliable and skilled barber in Singapore, Hassan is definitely the one to see.
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Sam Mizzy
07:31 11 Nov 25
I came to The British Barbers as a middle age man and left looking much much younger! The "honourable" Hassan lived up to his reputation as a Master Barber. Apart from his expert hair cutting skills, his customer service was excellent. Gave me sound advice on hair care. I would definitely come again and recommend him to anyone for the ultimate men's grooming experience.
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Josep Pintat
07:54 22 Oct 25
I had my haircut and beard done by Mr. Hassan, and I couldn’t be happier with the result! He’s a true professional — very skilled, attentive to detail, and really takes the time to understand what you want. The haircut and beard trim were perfect, and he made sure everything looked sharp and clean. The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming too.
Highly recommend Mr. Hassan if you’re looking for a top-quality barber experience! 💈✂️
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S Singh
08:47 19 Apr 25
If you’re searching for a barber, Hassan is your man. Could not be happier with the results of both the haircut and beard shaping/trim. Make sure you ask about how he became a barber 🙂
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Chris Street
10:33 18 Apr 25
Very good experience with Hassan, especially for a ‘first cut’.
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Kieran Donovan
05:16 15 Apr 25
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Nick
11:27 12 Apr 25
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Yannis Paraskevas
06:05 10 Apr 25
EXCELLENT SERVICE AND WELL WORTH THE PREMIUM PRICE. VERY RELAXING AMBIENCE AND THEY DO NOT RUSH THE JOB. VERY HAPPY WITH MY BEARD TRIM AND WILL DEFINITELY COME BACK AGAIN. THANKS
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slain siren (Raymond)
11:59 23 Mar 25
Love the awesome hospitality by brother Raj. Yes, I love the tea recommendation. It's super nice 🤗

Pre cut briefing is something new to me. The hairstylist displayed their expertise in a cool way. 😎

A nice place to pamper ourselves for a haircut session.
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William Mcc
04:51 16 Feb 25
It’s difficult to know where to start honestly. I have just had the best barbers experience of my life. I travel extensively all over the world and have had the pleasure of visiting barbers in all major cities. However, I have just been to the best and this will become my monthly go to. I feel very fortunate to have found Hassan. To say that he is an artist doesn’t even feel enough of a compliment, perhaps an architect might be more or equally as appropriate.

Thank you Hassan, I feel like l have options again

Best regards,

Scott
Hassan is truly one of the kindest souls you’ll ever meet. From the moment you step into the shop, he welcomes you with warmth and genuine hospitality. He takes the time to understand each customer’s preferences, ensuring they receive the very best experience. His attention to detail and dedication to his craft are evident in the way he carefully perfects every cut. Beyond his skill, it’s his kindness that stands out—he always has a friendly word and ensures every customer leaves not just looking good, but feeling great about themselves. A visit to him is more than just a haircut; it’s an uplifting experience. He genuinely takes the time to create the perfect experience, making sure every detail is just right.
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Edmund
11:02 06 Feb 25
Hassan’s Attention to detail is amazing. I like how he considers your lifestyle to suggest what fits best. The service is great, and he went to great lengths to show how to style after he was done cutting and washing my hair. Would recommend for someone looking for a good barber to give this a shot.
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Min Kim
09:29 24 Nov 24
The service provided is very welcoming. They show you right away with the breakdown of services they provide. As you wait, they provide coffee, tea, or water and serve it in the most wonderful little cups. They are very respectful and professional. They took my friends and I as walk ins and fit us into their schedule.
There is great ambiance and the classical music is great with the atmosphere of the space. 5/5 will come back again when I'm visiting next time.

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Today, as the driving force behind The British Barbers, he continues to uphold the legacy of classic British barbering,

OPENING TIMES

Sunday - Friday 10am - 8pm
Saturday 11am - 8pm

Contact Us

info@bba.com.sg