It all started in Italy over 131 years ago when Joseph's Grandfather Tomaso La Motta started barbering in 1890. In 1924 Tomaso had a son, Giovanni La Motta (Joseph's Father) and passed the trade onto him. Giovanni was only 10 years old when he started barbering and continued his trade for the next 54 years until his retirement in 1988.
Giovanni ( also known as Johnny or John La motta ) emigrated from Italy after World War 2 and settled in Brisbane in 1949. In 1959, after 10 years of working for others he decided to open his own successful Barber Shop on the corner of Wharf and Queen Street, formally known as Empire House. In 1960 Giovanni had a son, Joseph La Motta (Myself) who was born and raised in Brisbane.
Giovanni ( also known as Johnny or John La motta ) emigrated from Italy after World War 2 and settled in Brisbane in 1949. In 1959, after 10 years of working for others he decided to open his own successful Barber Shop on the corner of Wharf and Queen Street, formally known as Empire House. In 1960 Giovanni had a son, Joseph La Motta (Myself) who was born and raised in Brisbane.
Reviews (10)
Wei Griffiths
Jan 17, 2022
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I cannot speak more highly of Joseph. His professionalism, skill, and attention to detail as a barber are second to none. When I first entered, we talked through what would be the best haircut for me. His knowledge of different styles made it so much easier to decide. A true expert... I highly recommend any man to get a haircut here.
As a final remark, I want to mention that, for those who may not understand, or are quick to judge, Joseph is a barber specialising for men. If you are a woman looking for a cut, go to a specialist trained in women's cuts.
As a final remark, I want to mention that, for those who may not understand, or are quick to judge, Joseph is a barber specialising for men. If you are a woman looking for a cut, go to a specialist trained in women's cuts.
Amelia Rose
Jan 13, 2022
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I walk past this empty barbershop almost every day and decided to see if this particular establishment had anyone in there today, to my luck (but not surprising) no one was in so decided to walk in to ask if he would be able to shave my undercut. To my surprise the response I received was “i dont cut womens hair” which I understand completely - two completely different styles in the approach to cutting which is what the man said as well.
I repeated i was only after an undercut shave but again was met with the same response of “i dont cut women’s hair, there’s a womens hair dresser around
I repeated i was only after an undercut shave but again was met with the same response of “i dont cut women’s hair, there’s a womens hair dresser around
Sergio Lorenzo
Aug 19, 2021
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Secret Break
Nov 01, 2019
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After seeing a couple of negative reviews of this place by chance, thought would weigh in in support of them. The one time I tried this guy thought that his manner was offhand and condescending.. did not bother engaging him in any further conversation, and the haircut was very ordinary and not worth the money. I never went back as there are far better/cheaper haircuts available in CBD/Valley. Can see the guy also has anger control issues by the threatening way he answers negative reviews in all caps. My recommendation is get your haircut elsewhere.
Ben B. Jr
Aug 11, 2019
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Jul 30, 2019
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Luke Vernon
Dec 15, 2018
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Sandra T.
Nov 27, 2018
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My husband had long hair and decided to finally get a haircut. He raved about the barber and said it was the best haircut he had ever got in his life!!! I'm not kidding. He did an amazing job with scissors. Not to mention he gave him exactly what he asked for. Can't afford to go back to AU just for a haircut, but we would if we could. Lol!
Daniel Spiteri
Oct 21, 2018
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Cruiser Bruiser
Jun 21, 2017
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Literally the best barber in Brisbane! Joseph actually takes pride in his haircuts. I have been to quite a few barbers around Brisbane including multiple Jimmy Rod barber shops and the Electric Chair Barbershop. None of them provided me with a quality haircut. Joseph provides a high quality haircut at a fair price and will be my barber of choice in the future.
