Born in the Bronx and raised just across the river in Bergen County, NJ, Xavier Rodriguez is the product of both hustle and heritage. With deep roots in his father’s bodegas and over 20 years behind the barber chair, he’s got urban culture in his veins and the skills to match.

Xavier honed his craft in respected shops like Gentlemen’s Quarters in Teaneck, NJ and Fellow Barber in SoHo,NY building a reputation for precision cuts, authentic connections, and sharp game in and out of the shop. Through Bodega Barber, he brings that same energy to a new generation—merging barbershop wisdom, real talk, and street-smart grooming for those who keep it smooth, fresh, and real.