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87 Years of Tradition

Columbia's most storied barber shop — still going strong.

Carolina Barber Shop interior
Since 1937

Columbia's
Oldest Barber Shop

Carolina Barber Shop has been part of Columbia's fabric for nearly nine decades. Founded in 1937, it stands as one of the city's most storied institutions — a place where generations of fathers, sons, and grandsons have sat in the chair and left looking sharp.

Over the years, the shop has weathered recessions, a changing city, and the march of time — and it's still here. Recently relocated to the historic Arcade Mall on Main Street, Carolina Barber Shop continues its legacy in one of Columbia's most iconic downtown venues, surrounded by the architecture and energy of the city's heart.

Our master barbers bring decades of combined experience to every cut. No shortcuts. No gimmicks. Just classic technique, real conversation, and work you can be proud to walk out with.

Walk-ins are always welcome — and if you call ahead, we'll make sure the chair is ready when you arrive.

Est. 1937 Downtown Columbia Master Barbers Walk-Ins Welcome

A Living Legacy

87

Years in Business

One of SC's longest-running shops

1937

Year Founded

Pre-WWII Columbia institution

4.8★

Google Rating

Trusted by the Columbia community

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Main St Location

Heart of downtown at the Arcade Mall

A Historic Shop in a Historic Home

The Arcade Mall on Main Street is one of Columbia's architectural gems — and it's the perfect setting for a shop with this kind of history. Our new location continues the tradition in a space that matches our legacy: distinctive, downtown, and genuinely Columbia.

Suite 110 · 1332 Main St · Columbia, SC 29201

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