At New Barbershop, Every Chair Gets a Flat Screen
Owner Rondell McNeil says he wants clients at In the Cut Barbershop to feel like home.
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Rondell McNeil, owner of In The Cut in Dunedin, FL
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Rondell McNeil, a former college football player and Pennsylvania native, never saw himself as a barbershop owner.
"My mother was a hairdresser and I grew up going with her to hair shows and competitions. We both had trophies" he laughs. “Hers for hairstyles. Mine for football.
"I only thought of hair from my mother’s world: styling women’s hair. So I got a job as a bricklayer, but after a few years I looked down at my beaten up fingers and thought, I have got to find something else to do. I guess all those years with my mom seeped through because I decided to open a barbershop. I started out small, in Pennsylvania, and grew the business, taking the profits from one store and using it as capital to open the next.
And his barbershop, which recently opened across from the Amscot on Main Street, is clearly a new and different type of place.
In The Cut Barbershop is stylized and spacious, with a pool table and areas for Xbox games on projection screen TVs. Every barber chair has its own flat screen TV and each customer is greeted at the door with an offer of water and chips.
McNeil says he has a very specific vision for his business:
"You know when you cook a good meal for family and friends and as everyone is eating, you sit back and look around the table and see the glory in their faces? That is what I want from my barbershop. I want that look. My idea is to create a family-centered place that makes you feel at home."
Over the years McNeil built up nine stores with his signature style. Then last year, when some friends moved to Pinellas County, McNeil thought Florida would be a perfect spot for another shop. He came down to the area and scouted for locations. He found Dunedin on his last day in the area. It was perfect. He loves the area and can’t wait for the summer so he can enjoy all the attractions with his 9-year-old son.
In The Cut offers haircuts, fades, coloring and styling for men, women and children. Kids cuts (15 and under) are $8 on Tuesdays. It also offers weekly discounts to military, government, students and veterans. Walk-ins are always welcome.
In The Cut is also hiring experienced barbers and stylists. Contact the store for more information.
Get a “Grade A Fade” or styled by Ceci and then review it on Patch.
Want to go?
- Where: In The Cut, 1143 Main St.
- Contact: 727-239-7813
- Hours: Daily, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
lakiesha ortiz
12:09 pm on Sunday, April 22, 2012
You guys did a great job on my kids haircuts thanx for choosing Dunedin as one of your locations.
lakiesha ortiz
1:38 pm on Sunday, April 22, 2012
In behalf of "In The Cut" we would like to thank our customers for giving us the opportunity to provide you with excellent service. If you dont look good...We dont look good... **Also to show our appreciation sunday May 13 we will be having a customer appreciation day.
Tami Lyn
7:09 pm on Sunday, April 22, 2012
This is the coolest spot to get a cut. They have a pool table and a lot of tv's. The staff is very experienced and accommodating. Myself and my family will definitely be back. Thank you so much.
Parker Bennett
12:40 pm on Tuesday, April 24, 2012
she will deffinitly be back oh will she ever
Molly
8:29 pm on Sunday, April 22, 2012
I think he has really great business ideas!
Veronica Eunice
4:00 pm on Monday, April 23, 2012
Hello Son,
I read the article DunedinPatch put out on you, great job. It makes a mother feel proud to know her oldest followed in her footsteps, but even better you ventured out and expanded the business. I love what youv'e done with the shop. Keep up the good work and remember what I' ve always said to do and that is put God first and keep him in your life, believe in yourself and never give up on your dreams. I love and miss you so much.
Loving you more Son,
Mother
Veronica Eunice
3:59 pm on Monday, April 23, 2012
Pending Approval Veronica Eunice
3:55 pm on Monday, April 23, 2012
Hello Son,
I read the article DunedinPatch put out on you, great job. It makes a mother feel proud to know her oldest followed in her footsteps, but even better you ventured out and expanded the business. I love what youv'e done with the shop. Keep up the good work and remember what I' ve always said to do and that is put God first and keep him in your life, believe in yourself and never give up on your dreams. I love and miss you so much.
Loving you more Son,
Mother
Veronica Eunice
4:04 pm on Monday, April 23, 2012
Keep up the good work. Great job
vanessa garriga
1:13 am on Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Neno, just wanted to congratulate you with your new shop, I think it looks amazing! You are definitely a business man with class and a very unique style;) skys the limit baby, good luck and may you have nothing but success with all your business projects ...see you soon luv!!;) !!!
Annette Johnson
12:25 pm on Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Wow fabulous cant wait to come vist with your mom the shop looks like it will be a goldmine great job keep up the good work showed uncle Leroy pictures he just loves it.
Love Aunt Annette
Parker Bennett
12:41 pm on Tuesday, April 24, 2012
if i ever wanna gert super duper funky fresh this is wher eim going right after i get off work yeahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
Flex
1:18 pm on Sunday, April 29, 2012
What up bro the barbershop is looking good i know you'll do a good job because your style and taste is different. Costumers will love how you operate. You lefta big impact on shop's up here so i know you'll succeed down there. Skies the limit! If they don't look good we don't look good.. I'll be visiting soon luv is luv stay up
Susie watuski
6:25 am on Saturday, May 5, 2012
Worst hair cut I have ever had. Ladies, stay away!
Ozzy
1:41 am on Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Chris is the best barber ever. I recently moved to Dunedin from up north and I have to stay he gives the best temps, cuts and line ups. He is a very humble, and conversational person. He makes you feel comfortable while cutting your hair, and doesn't use a razor on your neck but has that clean look. If you want a good haircut then ask for Chris.
Chica
4:30 pm on Friday, May 3, 2013
Never again.... they don't listen. Luckily, hair grows back!!!!!