Depot Barber Shop
262-542-1919
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Butch Mareno, the 83-year-old owner of Depot Barber Shop -- and one of the oldest barbers in the state of Wisconsin -- has been cutting hair in Waukesha for 66 years. Mareno, a character in his own right, specializes in haircuts, shampoos and shaves. Those he charges for, but says that the jokes, entertainment and verbal abuse are free. Discounts are available for seniors and Italians.
The shop is housed in an old railway car and attached to the La Estation Restaurant on Williams Street, off Grand Avenue. The decor harkens back to years past: There's a 1915 cash register and photos of old-time stars, including Perry Como, one of Mareno's favorites.
- Hours: Tue - Sat, 7:30 - noon
- Handicap Accessible: No
- Founding Date: 1980
- Payments accepted: Cash
- Parking: On-street: free
- License/certification: Barber
- Appointments: Appointment suggested
- Hair Services: Shave
- Hair Specialties: Men
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In 1985 a work associate, who just happened to be Butch Mareno's brother, regularly pestered me with: "when are you gonna start going to a REAL barber??" Soon I decided to try this personable "real barber" and the decision turned out to be a BRILLIANT MOVE and since that time no one else has touched my four strands of hair. Young (83 going on 60!!) Butch is absolutely Waukesha's PREMIER Barber and is also the local historical expert. There might be a person or a nostalgic element in the area that Butch does not know of or remember but I have not found it yet!! And if one is in need of a new joke, Italian impression or a Perry Como or Rat Pack tune he will not let you down. CONSIDER GIVING MY FRIEND A CALL!!