Walk In, Rock Out, Dance Off
North Austin peeps don't have to go south of Riverside Drive—or even 45th Street—to get their hair cut at Birds Barbershop. A second location recently opened at 6800 Burnet Road.
The new store adheres to co-founders' Michael Portman and Jayson Rapaport's "Walk In, Rock Out" philosophy that inspired the original South Lamar store, providing Lone Star beer and live music entertainment on top of $19 Shortcuts and $39 Ladybirds. Birds North has an outdoor patio, a DJ booth, and a large stage for live performances.
But what sets Birds North apart from its sister-store and other salons in Austin is its old-school arcade theme—apparent from the digital-era murals on the walls to the arcade game in the lobby, featuring 40 classic titles.
"For Jayson and me, some of our fondest memories growing up in Laredo were at this awesome roller rink arcade where we had our birthday parties," said Portman. "When it came time to build the new shop, we brought it all back. New Birds patrons can walk in, rock out and catch a free game of Frogger in the process."
To celebrate their grand opening, haircuts are half-price through Friday.
Even better, Birds North invites Austinist readers to a dance party this weekend: Smoke Machines and Laser Beams. Expect DJ Honeycomb on the turntables and break-dancing by B-Boy City Krew. Remember: You must RSVP if you want to roller boogie!
Smoke Machines and Laser Beams
Saturday, September 8th
9 pm
Birds Barbershop, 6800 Burnet Road
Free, RSVP to laserbeam@birdsbarbershop.com
