Quick answer: Yes, one barber can handle a whole family, and we love seeing it happen. At Grove Batu Barbershop in Coconut Grove, Miami, Jesús cuts Catherine's husband's hair, her father's, and her young son Lorenzo's, and the family has kept coming back for several months.
Can one barber in Coconut Grove really cut three generations?
Yes. At Grove Batu Barbershop in Coconut Grove, Jesús does it for Catherine's family. Her husband, her father and her young son Lorenzo all sit in his chair. Catherine wrote about it in a review, and her words tell the story better than we could.
We’ve been coming to Jesús at Batu Grove Barbershop for several months now, and he consistently does an amazing job. He cuts my husband’s hair, my father’s, and even our young son Lorenzo’s. Jesús is incredibly patient, especially with our son who tends to move around a lot during his haircuts.
That's the job, told by the person who brings everyone in. A grandfather, a dad and a little boy, three very different heads of hair, all trusting the same barber.
We like this story because it's ordinary in the best way. A family finds someone who gets each of them, and the routine sticks. Catherine doesn't list the styles, so we won't make them up.
How does a barber handle a young kid who won't sit still?
With patience and a slower pace, which is exactly what a wiggly kid like Lorenzo needs. Little ones turn their heads, check the mirror and reach for the comb. Parents want a barber who works with that movement and keeps the mood easy.
Every kids cut at Grove Batu comes with free ice cream. That gives a young customer something to look forward to while the clippers buzz, and it makes the next visit an easier sell at home.
If your child is new to the barber chair, a few things are worth asking before the first visit:
- Which barber is most comfortable with younger kids
- Whether scissors or clippers suit your child's hair and temperament
- Whether a shorter, simpler style makes sense for a child who moves a lot
Pick a time of day when your kid is usually calm and fed. A tired, hungry child makes any haircut harder, no matter who's holding the scissors. You can read more about our kids haircut in Coconut Grove before you come in.
What kind of haircut fits a husband and a grandfather?
The right haircut for a grown man is one shaped to his own face and hair, and that's how Grove Batu approaches every adult who sits down. Catherine's review doesn't say what her husband or her father ask for, so we won't guess at their styles.
What we can share is the menu they choose from. The shop does scissor cuts shaped to the client, skin fades, buzz cuts and head shaves. Beard trims aim for sharp lines and a natural look that follows your face shape.
A grandfather might want something classic done with scissors. A dad might want a tighter fade with a cleaned-up beard. Both fit comfortably on the same list, in the same chair.
Anyone who wants to finish with a Turkish-style hot towel shave can add one. That shave is the tradition the shop was built around. Our men's haircut page walks through the options in more detail.
When should a family plan a group visit to Grove Batu?
Plan around the shop's listed hours and give yourselves room. Three cuts back to back take longer than one, and a child who moves around needs a little extra time. Weekday afternoons give you the most room, while Saturday is the shortest day.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:40 to 17:30 |
| Tuesday to Friday | 09:40 to 18:00 |
| Saturday | 09:20 to 15:00 |
Sunday isn't on our listed hours, so plan family visits for Monday through Saturday. Go with whatever slot keeps the youngest member of your group happy, because that usually decides how the visit goes.
Grove Batu has been cutting hair in Coconut Grove since 2019. Families who want the background on the shop, the barbers and the Turkish barbering craft can read the story behind Grove Batu. It's a small neighborhood shop, and knowing that ahead of time helps you plan a relaxed visit for everyone.
Common questions
Can the whole family book with the same barber at Grove Batu? Yes. You can book online and pick your barber and slot, which makes it easier to line up several cuts with someone like Jesús.
Does Grove Batu cut curly hair? Yes. The shop's own note puts it plainly: curly hair is hard to shape and cut, but Grove Batu has good barbers for it.
Are there grooming extras for older clients? Yes. Grove Batu offers eyebrow trims, ear hair waxing, nose hair waxing, facial treatment masks, and washing and styling alongside haircuts.
Was Grove Batu Barbershop ever called something else? Yes. In Coconut Grove the shop used to be named Mustache barbershop, and it now carries on as Grove Batu with the same barbering skills.
Honestly, one family haircut trip beats three separate errands every time, and the kids usually leave happier than the adults. Call Grove Batu Barbershop at (305) 456-2058 and ask about lining up cuts for the whole family.