Shannon Jones, the craft behind the club.
Chicago-born master barber who turned a neighborhood chair into a modern lounge—equal parts craft, comfort, and community.
- 25+ years of precision cuts and calm hospitality.
- A clubhouse mindset: stay before and after—coffee, bar, conversation.
- Rooted in Chicago impact through the :20 Second Timeout Foundation.
From K-Town chair to citywide club
Shannon started in a basement shop on Chicago’s West Side, honing a craft that blends precision, warmth, and a sense of place. Timeout grew from that chair into a lounge where clientele linger, connect, and get cared for.
- Pivot Point–trained with decades of mentoring and mastery.
- Built an elite, loyal clientele—athletes, artists, neighbors alike.
- Designs spaces to slow down: crafted seating, bar service, conversation.
How Timeout was built
A few pivotal moments that shaped the lounge you step into today.
The K-Town Foundation
Shannon begins his journey in the basement of his childhood home in Chicago's K-Town neighborhood, creating an authentic barber salon that becomes the neighborhood's choice destination.
The Grand Opening
Timeout At Shannon's officially opens its doors. Initially amazed at the scope and nuance of Shannon's vision, visitors quickly become accustomed to the unprecedented level of service and care.
National Recognition
A pivotal year: New City magazine votes Timeout At Shannon's as Chicago's hottest barbershop, while the Wall Street Journal features Shannon and the salon in a front-page story printed nationwide.
Media Spotlight
The salon gains widespread media attention, featured in prestigious publications including Men's Health, Slam, Hoop, Sophisticate's Black Hair, Complete Women, Dime, and Salon Sense, plus a feature story on Chicago's Channel 7 ABC Nightly News.
Decade of Excellence
Throughout the 2010s, Timeout At Shannon's continues to set the standard for premium barbering services, attracting celebrities, professional athletes, and Chicago's elite while maintaining its commitment to exceptional craftsmanship.
Living Legacy
Today, Timeout At Shannon's stands as a testament to Shannon's original vision: an oasis of style, a touchstone of culture, and a meeting place for those who engage in the art of successful living.
Recognition along the way
Honored for craft, culture, and community leadership.
Front-page story highlighting the shop’s rise.
Voted by New City Magazine.
Coverage in Men's Health, Slam, Hoop, ABC7.
What guides the experience
Three principles that shape every visit.
Precision cuts, shaves, and grooming anchored in decades of practice.
Spaces designed to slow down: lounge, bar, and conversation without the rush.
Every membership fuels the :20 Second Timeout Foundation for local youth.
Visit the club, feel the difference
Timeout puts you at the center of Shannon’s craft: calm spaces, hosted service, and a community rooted in Chicago.