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Wake Forest's Premier Barbershop
Barber in Wake Forest, NC
Wake Forest grew 50,000 strong on charm and family weekends - but nobody built a 24-chair barbershop there yet. Eight miles south on Capital Blvd, we already did.
8 miles south on Capital Boulevard
5 · 1,626 Google reviewsOpen 7 days · 8:40 AM – 9:00 PM
Wake Forest keeps landing on 'fastest-growing' lists, and every new rooftop means another family hunting for a barber they can trust with dad's fade, a teenager's trending cut, and a six-year-old's first trim - ideally in the same trip.
That's the trip a lot of Wake Forest families already make: straight down Capital Boulevard to 3601 Capital Blvd, Suite 113, where Raleigh's first Latino barbershop has run 24 chairs since 2006. One drive, one parking spot, every head in the family handled.
The credentials hold up to scrutiny: 5.0 stars across 1,600+ Google reviews, bilingual barbers for the town's growing Hispanic community, hours from 8:40 AM to 9:00 PM every day. Cuts from $35, kids under 12 from $25.
Built for the Wake Forest Saturday
Heritage, Holding Village, Austin Creek - the new neighborhoods keep filling with families, and Saturday is haircut day. At a typical 4-chair Wake Forest shop that means a line out the door. Here it means the whole family gets seated at once: dad in one chair, both kids in two more, done in under an hour.
Kids under 12 are $25, teens pay the regular $35, and our barbers are famously patient with first-timers and wiggle-prone six-year-olds - a big reason multi-kid Wake Forest families keep the drive on their calendar.
The straightest drive in the Triangle
No highway puzzle required: from Downtown Wake Forest or the stadium district, Capital Boulevard is a straight 8-mile shot south to our door - usually 12-15 minutes. From Heritage or New Light Road it's the same road, same 15 minutes. Falls of Neuse side? Closer to 12.
Free parking sits right in front of the shop, which means the logistics math is easy: 15 minutes down, one hour inside, everyone trimmed and home before lunch plans fall apart.
From toddler trims to graduation fades
We cover the full Wake Forest age range under one roof: first haircuts for toddlers (patient barbers, photo-friendly), trending fades and designs for teens, skin fades and beard sculpting for dads, and gentleman's cuts for grandfathers who want the classic treatment.
Bring a photo of whatever your teen found on TikTok this week - matching reference photos is everyday work for our barbers. English and Spanish spoken on every chair.
Why Wake Forest Chooses Us
The Difference Is in the Details
We've been the barbershop that Wake Forest trusts since 2006. Here's what keeps clients coming back.
18+ Years in Raleigh
Established in 2006 as the first Latino barbershop in the city. Nearly two decades of sharpening every style.
24 Barbers on the Floor
One of the largest teams in the Triangle. Short waits, fast turns, and a barber for every specialty.
Bilingual & International
Our team speaks English and Spanish and is trained on every hair texture - curly, coily, wavy, and straight.
Walk-Ins Always Welcome
No appointment needed. Book ahead if you want a specific barber or time, or just walk in.
Pricing & Services
What We Charge at Wake Forest
Walk-ins welcome - or book ahead to skip the wait.
Regular Haircut
$35+
Classic cut with clipper or scissor work, finished with a hot towel.
Skin Fade
$40+
Precision fade down to the skin with a sharp lineup and styling.
Beard Trim & Shape
$20+
Sculpting, lining up, and conditioning for a sharp, clean look.
Kids Haircut
$25+
Patient and stylish cuts for the little ones under 12.
Prices may vary based on complexity and barber. Full menu on the homepage.
Your Visit
What to Expect When You Visit
Whether it's your first time at The Dominicans or your hundredth, here's how a visit goes.
1
Walk In or Book Ahead
Come to 3601 Capital Blvd any time during business hours, or book online to lock in a specific barber or time slot.
2
Tell Us What You Want
Bring a photo, describe it in English or Spanish, or just say 'make me look sharp.' We'll match the style to your hair type.
3
Relax in the Chair
Your barber handles the cut, fade, beard trim, or shave - finished with hot towel detail and styling.
4
Pay & Go Fresh
Cash or card at the chair. Most visits take 30–90 minutes. Walk out looking sharper than you walked in.
Testimonials
What Wake Forest Clients Say
5 stars across 1,626 Google reviews - here's a sample.
“Best barbershop in Raleigh hands down. Joseph is a master with the clippers. The atmosphere is welcoming and purely professional.”
Michael T.
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“Took my son here for his first fade. They were so patient and the cut looks amazing. We have found our new regular spot!”
Sarah Jenkins
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Directions
How to Find Us from Wake Forest
The Dominicans Barbershop is at 3601 Capital Blvd, Suite 113, Raleigh, NC 27604. We're on Capital Boulevard (US-1) with free parking right out front - no circling, no paid lots.
8 miles south on Capital Boulevard. Whether you're driving, taking GoRaleigh Route 1 along the Capital Boulevard corridor, or walking from a nearby neighborhood, the shop is easy to reach from Wake Forest.
We're open Monday through Sunday, 8:40 AM to 9:00 PM - earlier and later than most barbershops in the area. Walk in any time, or call (980) 819-1045 to check the current wait.
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