By Mike Matthew
Special to The Laker / Lutz News
Stephanie Metzger, owner of Steph’s Barber-Shop, and her staff of master barbers invite you to experience the look and feel of the neighborhood barbershop. It wasn’t too long ago when barbershops in small towns all across America were the hub of the community.
They were places where friends and neighbors came together, news was shared and people came to know one another as part of a community. These places still exist, though it can be hard to notice them when you’re driving by at 50 miles per hour, and your mind is buzzing with the day’s activities.
Steph’s Barber-Shop is an oasis of old-time peace and calm, tucked away in the Turtle Lakes Plaza on State Road 54 in Lutz, just north of 54 U-Store. Here you can take a few minutes to relax and actually enjoy a conversation with Steph, her barbers and your fellow patrons.
The atmosphere is friendly and relaxed. It’s a place where fathers and sons can sit side by side as equals. Ladies are welcome, too. Two female barbers, Stephanie and Bev, and two male barbers, Si and Tom, take all the time needed to provide you with a perfect haircut.
It’s truly a family practice with an old-fashioned look and feel. “We have a passion for the old-fashioned art of barbering,” says Steph. “That’s how I keep my clients. Once we get you in here, we keep you. People start out as clients, become our friends and, soon enough, we’re all one big happy family.”
“Our barbers are masters having over 30 years of experience providing gentlemen’s cuts, kids’ cuts and cuts for women, too,” says Steph. “We specialize in hot towel shaves, flattops and fades, along with new haircut fashions for young men and college students.”
Prices are fair. Regular cuts are $15, $13 for seniors and kids. After four haircuts, the fifth is free. Hours are Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Thursday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome. After-hour cuts are available by appointment.
“Give us a try from your friends at Steph’s Barber-Shop.”
Steph’s Barbershop is located at 24016 State Road 54 in Lutz. Stop on by, or give her a call at (813) 948-4247. You can also visit her Facebook page at Stephs-Barber-Shop for more information, along with the latest specials and coupons.
