About Us

Where Quality & Service Meet

The Avenue is the business that it is today because of the hard work and dedication of our team. Together we have one common goal: to give you an outstanding service and one of a kind experience that is to the best of our abilities. Every client who steps through our doors is treated like family, because without all of you, there would be no us. We want to thank you for joining us on this mission. The best experience; every client and every time.

How It Started

The Avenue is a vision created by husband and wife team, Evan and Olivia Porter. They both have roots in the Southern Illinois area, but spent time living and working in Salt Lake City, Utah.

After having had the opportunity to work alongside leading professionals in the industry, in the highest rated barbershops and salons the city had to offer, they decided to bring the experience and knowledge they had acquired back home to Southern Illinois.

In August 2017, The Avenue opened its doors in Herrin, Illinois with a team that is comprised of local professionals with outstanding skills and a wholehearted belief in our mission.

Following such success with our fresh approach to servicing our clients, in October of 2020 The Avenue opened a traditional Barbershop in Marion, Illinois. Finally and most recently, the Avenue began a build out for a newer and larger Herrin location and anticipates its completion this fall.

We are confident that our team is the most professional, educated and talented set of individuals in the Southern Illinois industry.

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In 2022 our mission remains the same, the best experience; every client, and every time. Continuing education, learning new and trending techniques and staying in the forefront with our business and customer service remains our promise and passion. We challenge ourselves to give you a better experience than you’ve had previously. Exceeding expectations while meeting your needs is our goal. Thank you for choosing us and welcome to The Avenue family!

Destiny McCree

Stylist / Color Specialist

Avrey McClanahan

Stylist

Evan Porter

Barber / Owner

Meet Our Team

What Our Clients Have to Say About Us!

“I'm really glad I found this place! I got cut by Zach & was really happy and impressed by his attention to detail. I will definitely be back!”

Jimmy Bryant

"I can’t say enough how great of a business this is. The talent, care, professionalism and reliability. They work with you and for you. They care. They bring diversity to their business and respect all that comes through their door. I’ve seen them work with all ages. I wouldn’t go anywhere else and I highly recommend them to anyone for all your barber, salon and beauty needs."

Jay Bodkin

"The best barber / hair salon in Southern Illinois, hands down. I have been seeing one of the owners, Evan for years now and he has done a phenomenal job with my cuts and beard trims. I have seen some of the other barbers when Evan isn’t available, and they all do a fine job as well. Highly recommend if you’re seeking quality artistic style and focus!"

Alex Ashby

"Excellent staff, excellent haircut and hot towel shave. One of only a few to offer the shave in our area."

Dan Manning Jr.

"I was on a mini vacation and found these guys. Made me feel like I had been there before and excellent haircut. Thanks"

Wesley Harmon

"I was in a bind and needed a cut and color before heading out of town. Bailey treated me like a queen. Got a scalp massage on top of my necessities. Very fair prices and deserved her tip! Thanks for getting me in early Bailey. I'll see you when I want to feel human again and love the ✂️!!! ❤️

Sherri S.

"Shout out to Israel! My first time going to a pro barber and wasn't exactly comfortable. Israel Jackson was the barber I scheduled my appointment with. Laid back, funny, professional, listens well and does damn fine work! As I was waiting for my spot I watched him working with a younger boy as well and he seemed super excited, so good with kids. All around awesome experience and very appreciated."

Thomas Keyes

"I love this place! I went in for the first time because I was wanting to try something different and Evan took my example of what I wanted and made it even better. Loving the haircut and the atmosphere that The Avenue Barber Shop and Salon provides!"

Hunter Franklin

"I booked Olivia for my hair and Cheyenne for my Wedding makeup last weekend. The team was amazing and I loved my hair and makeup. I had so many compliments and it stayed undisturbed through tears, dancing, shots, etc all night! I looked as good at 12 as I did as 5. I was planning the wedding from out of town and they were very flexible when trying to schedule my trial. I even stopped by the shop to clean up my brows a few days before the wedding and the wax was well done with a nice shape. I wish I would have known about the Avenue sooner. I will probably time my haircuts for when I'll be in town in the future! Olivia and Cheyenne were also just fun people to talk to which helped keep the day fun!"

Herrin

Marion

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