Nu Image

Cambridge, United States

4.9

Open now

9 reviews

Accepts Credit Cards

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Telephone:
+1 617-354-9898
Website:
www.nuimageonline.com
Address:
98 River St, Cambridge, MA, 02139
Central Square
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
220 ftRiver St @ Pleasant St
430 ftWestern Ave @ Kinnaird St
580 ftMagazine St @ Auburn St
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Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
Parking
Street
Bike Parking
Yes
By Appointment Only
No

Today

Today 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Open now
Local time (Cambridge) 3:26 PM Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Business hours

Monday –
Tuesday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday –

Description

Specialties

At Nu Image we’re committed to providing our customers top notch service in a comfortable, friendly and multicultural environment. Fresh haircuts is our specialty and we deliver. We’re located just outside Central Square, Cambridge and are easily accessible by the MBTA and Mass Pike. Metered parking and parking permits are available for those who drive. Come on in. We look forward to seeing you.

History

Established in 1981.

Nu Image Barbershop has been in business for over 40 years and it’s more than a barbershop, it’s an experience. The shop exudes a positive and upbeat atmosphere that’s always filled with professionals, students and Boston locals who are laughing and enjoying each others’ company. There are multiple barbers working at all times who are well trained in their craft and eager to server their next customer. We provide the ability for our customers to schedule appointments online, but they aren’t necessary. Feel to walk in any time. We’ve got a barber chair waiting for you.

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9 reviews of Nu Image

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Place rating: 5
Cambridge, MA
Best place to go for haircut in Cambridge. Everybody is chill and the general atmosphere is welcoming. There is never a long wait and there are plenty of barbers at the shop. If you want to get a shape up or a fade this is the best place to go. Wouldn’t go anywhere else.
Place rating: 5
Brookline, MA
My first experience at Nu Image was great. Had Marlon as my barber, and he was very thorough and patient. I came in with a general sense of how I wanted my hair to look (help give the illusion of my face looking longer, to offset my wide head), and he worked with me to achieve a fresh and clean cut. Asian hair can be hard to cut, but Marlon did a great job. Will be returning here in the future.
Place rating: 5
Allston, MA
Love it here. Marlon always takes care of me and the atmosphere is perfect. Call ahead otherwise at busy times you’ll have a little wait.
Place rating: 5
Somerville, MA
Great spot, with good ambience! Always have something good on TV (News, Sports, or Music Videos) or good tunes to listen/​watch while you’re there. I’ve been getting my haircut from Marlon for 9 years now, one of the best in Boston! Not only does he give the cleanest cuts around, but he’s a great listener, and I’ve learned a lot of about life from this guy! (Note: Marlon also takes credit/​debit card using the Square device/​app, a nice convenience instead of cash!) The other barbers, while I’ve never gotten a cut from them, always turn out great cuts, and always polite and professional, greeting me when I swing in. (Also, a good location, next to Central Sq redline stop, or across the street from meters, usually with plenty of parking spots.)
Place rating: 5
Cambridge, MA
Nu Image is awesome! They always cut my hair just the way I like it! Marlon is a great barber and I have not been anywhere else since. If you are looking for a cut in the area go to Nu Image!!!
Place rating: 5
Cambridge, MA
I moved to Cambridge and needed a new barber so I gave Nu Image a shot and was not disappointed. Tim did an excellent job and I will certainly be back in the future.
Place rating: 4
San Francisco, CA
Love this place. It’s been my go to barber shop for the last two years. Good barber shop environment with professional guys. Flat screen tv usually turned to ESPN. They accept appointments online and by phone (even on Mondays!!!). Try to avoid Friday afternoons if you don’t want to wait for awhile. However, they usually have 3 to 4 barbers so the line moves fast. I like the tall skinny guy on right side of the shop. He gives a clean cut and remembers what I need. Expect to spend 20 for a fade and beard trim up.
Place rating: 5
Mattapan, Boston, MA
I’ve been getting my haircut there for 16yrs. I’ll never go anywhere else
Place rating: 5
Cambridge, MA
Both my nephew and son regularly get their hair cut by Rioz, who is really great with kids. My son has been going here about every two months since he was 2 years old. His hair is bone straight and he went from having a bowl-​cut (I just couldn’t let go!) to a big-​boy close shave.
My nephew, who has afro-​like curly hair, recently got a Mohawk and looks really cool. Rioz is especially patient with screaming children who are afraid of barber tools (my nephew used to panic so much that he inadvertently kicked other barbers).
Rioz seems to work well with a variety of hair types and most importantly is able to build a good relationship with kids so that they feel comfortable when they come back. He takes his time for each cut and is super nice. I trust him with my precious child and adorable nephew, so I think that speaks volumes…