— Defined Cuts Barbershop

Your Neighborhood
Barbershop.

Hillcrest · San Diego · CA.

Location
141 University Ave
Hillcrest, San Diego
Call
(619) 269-5912
Hours
Mon–Fri 10–6
Sat 10–4 · Sun 10–4
Walk-Ins · Parking
Walk-Ins Welcome
Free Lot On-Site
— Services & Pricing

Cuts, Shaves & Sharp Lines

Every service is delivered with the same precision and care — whether you're after a quick clean-up or the full treatment.

Classic cut at Defined Cuts
01 · Signature

Classic Cut

A clean, considered cut tailored to your face shape, hair type and how you wear it day-to-day.

$40 / Service
Precision skin fade at Defined Cuts
02 · Specialty

Precision Cut / Skin Fade

Tight, blended fades from a #0 skin up — taper, mid, high or bald. Crisp lines guaranteed.

$45 / Service
Kids cut at Defined Cuts
03 · Family

Kids Cut

Patient, friendly cuts for the next generation. Same precision, smaller chair.

$35 / Service
Beard trim at Defined Cuts
04 · Grooming

Beard Trim

Full beard sculpt, neckline, cheek line and edge work — finished with oil.

$30 / Service
Haircut and beard trim at Defined Cuts
05 · Combo

Haircut + Beard Trim

The classic combo. Cut, beard sculpt, neckline and finishing oil — done right.

$65 / Service
Hot towel service at Defined Cuts
06 · Classic

Hot Towel

Traditional hot towel treatment with steam, pre-shave oil and balm. Old school therapy.

$45 / Service
Buzz cut at Defined Cuts
07 · Quick

Buzz Cut

Clean, even all-over clipper cut. The fastest reset in the chair.

$25 / Service
Line up at Defined Cuts
08 · Detail

Line Up

Razor-sharp neckline, cheek line and edge work — the cleanest in-between-cut tune-up.

$15 / Service
Design work at Defined Cuts
09 · Custom

Design Work

Hair tattoos, parts and custom designs cut freehand — bring a reference or trust the chair.

From $20 / Service
Hair wash at Defined Cuts
10 · Add-On

Hair Wash

A relaxing shampoo and scalp massage — add it to any service for the full treatment.

Add-On / Service

Full Pricing

— Tip not included
Buzz Cut$25
Classic Cut$40
Skin Fade$45
Kids Cut$35
Beard Trim$30
Haircut + Beard Trim$65
Line Up$15
Hot Towel$45
Design WorkFrom $20
Haircut + Hot Towel$80
Add On — Hair WashAdd-On
Walk-InsWelcome
— Step Inside

The Defined Cuts Floor

Defined Cuts Barbershop storefront in Hillcrest
— About the Shop

More Than a Barbershop

Defined Cuts is a neighborhood barbershop in the heart of Hillcrest. We've built a room where the chairs are comfortable, the music is right, the conversation is real — and the cuts come out clean every single time.

Our barbers bring decades of combined experience across classic American cuts, modern fades, beard work and design. Whether you're a regular or a first-timer rolling in off University Ave, you'll get the same straight-up service and attention to detail.

4.8★
Google Rated
181
Google Reviews
7d
Walk-Ins Welcome
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Floors · 9 Chairs
Book Your Cut
— No Appointment? No Problem.
Walk-In Clients
Always
Welcome
— Why Choose Defined Cuts

Built For Regulars

On-Time

Appointments run on schedule, every time.

Skilled Barbers

Certified, licensed, and obsessive about details.

5-Star Service

Hundreds of regulars and counting.

Hillcrest Local

Right on University Ave — easy to find, easy to park.

— Ready When You Are

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— Meet the Team

The Chairs Behind The Cuts

Four experienced barbers and stylists. Pick a chair — or let us match you up on your first visit.

Cesar Valle, barber at Defined Cuts

Cesar Valle

Barber

Specializes in fades, hot shaves, undercuts, lineups and freehand designs.

Lexx, stylist at Defined Cuts

Lexx

Stylist

19 years working with all hair types — color, braids, extensions and beyond.

Joshua Cabral, barber at Defined Cuts

Joshua Cabral

Barber

Traditional haircuts, crispy fades and razor-sharp lineups.

Jason Ortiz, barber at Defined Cuts

Jason Ortiz

Barber

Immaculate fades and razor-sharp detail work. Demo experience on the trade show floor.

— What Clients Say

Word From The Chair

A few of our favorite reviews from Google. Thanks for the love, Hillcrest.

★★★★★

"Probably the coolest barbershop we've been to in SD!! They have a cool little side arcade room, you can play darts while you wait for the cut to be done. The vibe is dope, and the shop is legit. Think we've found our spot in SD!!"

AA
Alexis Avelino
Google Review · Local Guide
★★★★★

"When I moved to San Diego, I did trials at a lot of different barbershops to see who I could trust to do a good job. I'm so lucky I found Joshua…"

CS
Connor Schloop
Google Review
★★★★★

"I've only been there once but my first visit was mind blowing. Outstanding shop. Very clean with a focus on comfort towards the customer."

AJ
Allen Johnsom
Google Review
★★★★★

"I've been going to this shop for my haircuts since I moved to the area last year. The staff are super friendly and easygoing."

KG
Kaiel Gee
Google Review
★★★★★

"To those who are looking for truly professional barber services delivered by a talented crew, check this place out!"

ES
Erin Sanders
Google Review · Local Guide
★★★★★
4.8

181 Google Reviews

Read Them All
★★★★★

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— Find The Shop

141 University Ave, Hillcrest

Parking

Free parking lot on-site.
Walk-ins always welcome.

Address

141 University Ave Unit 2
Hillcrest, San Diego, CA 92103

Hours

Mon – Fri · 10am – 6pm
Saturday · 10am – 4pm
Sunday · 10am – 4pm

— Chairs Available

Rent A Chair

Licensed barber or stylist looking for a chair in Hillcrest? Two floors, free lot on site, and late shifts where the walk-in traffic is. Reduced rent for your first 60 days while you build your book.