EmpireBarber & Beauty Training CenterRequest InfoClient trust · Real-world experience
Before founding Empire Barber & Beauty Training Center, Thomas Grisby built his career one client, one appointment, and one reputation at a time. These reviews reflect the professional standard behind the school.
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“10/10 place, the staff is not only incredibly skilled but also very friendly and welcoming. I always appreciate the extra care that is taken in ensuring my haircut is exactly what I wanted. I'll definitely be coming back for all my future haircuts. This barbershop is a true gem, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a fresh cut in the Albany area”
“Thomas is a phenomenal barber. He is friendly, professional, and consistent. My son, who is very nervous, got his haircut too. Thomas did a great job of making him feel comfortable as well as giving him a great edge up. I would and do recommend him to anyone.”
“Thomas is one of the best barbers around. He always exceeds your expectations. Always on time, always professional, loves what he does with the experience to back his craft. Ive been going to Thomas for more than 3 years regardless of which location he’s working out of. I highly recommend going and getting your next haircut at fade and beard barber store. 👍🏽”
Selected client feedback
Selected from 439 client reviews collected from March 2017 through May 2026. Review wording is presented as submitted, with names limited to first name and last initial for privacy.
“My husband has been going to Thomas for quite awhile. Thomas is great and always makes sure Ricky leaves with what he asks for. Glad we found Thomas definitely recommend!”
“Thomas is the best so far I have seen. Good Customer Service, and always willing to serve his customers with a smile. If you are looking for a perfect Barber, I recommend you to Empire Barber & Beauty to Thomas.”
“Thomas always does an excellent job. My son loved his design and his haircut. It’s very difficult to find a barber that is not only good at their job but kind and patient with children. I truly appreciate Thomas’ service and am a loyal customer.”
“Always a pleasure sitting in Thomas’ chair he always takes his time and does his best to make sure you are appropriately put together before leaving. Love the atmosphere of the shop as well as everyone there has a friendly demeanor. Highly recommended!”
“Fire barber, gave me the best haircut of my life in the middle of an earthquake, no mistakes no slip ups. Definitely recommend”
“Thomas always takes his time to ensure the customer receives the best possible haircut and experience. A true professional and a talent for his trade.”
“Thomas knows what he doing, he has years of experience and it shows. He’s excellent at doing beard line ups, his tapers and fades are always clean and balanced. He keeps a professional and clean environment. It’s always a pleasure getting a haircut from him.”
“Good location, great professional cuts, and clean place with the best equipment to get the job done right! Thomas is an easy-going stand up guy. Been seeing him for about a few years now. Time fly’s.”
“Thomas has been cutting my kids hair for a few years. His work is always top notch. Consitently the best barber we have gone to. Plus he always remebers our names, our style preferences and he's always smiling. We highly recommend Thomas!”
“He is the best barber in town, i have going to him for past 4 years now. People respect him for his decency and professionalism he puts in his work.”
“Professional, on time and best of all the fades and edges are always crispy and on point! My favorite baber. Thomas is the man!”
“We are always greeted upon entering barbershop. Everyone is courteous and professional. Our barber, Thomas, takes the time to listen to what we'd like done and is able to complete the haircut to our satisfaction everytime. Thomas is very reliable and is always there at our appointed time.”
“The atmosphere is inviting. Professional, yet casual at the same time. The barbers take their time and do a great job every time. Highly recommend.”
“Absolutely proper hot shave and beard shape up. Thomas is a true craftsman.”
“First time here, and loved the atmosphere. Conversation was great and everyone was warm and welcoming. Love the way my hair color came out, and relived that I didn’t have to bleach my hair.”
More than ten years in the craft
Thomas entered barbering in 2014, opened Fade & Beard Barbershop in 2020, and expanded the business into Empire Barber & Beauty. That client service, business ownership, and real-world problem solving shape the training standard planned for Empire.
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