The BEST place to get braids! This is my second time getting my hair braided by Cairo. I first found her last year. She is so receptive, kind, and accommodating. They do allow walk-ins, but appointments are highly recommended. You can either pay cash or through Zelle. You can show them hair inspiration, and they pretty much can do anything. Her pricing is very fair. The vibe inside is very clean and you can also buy sunglasses and other items from the store! I didn't have time to go buy hair at the beauty supply store, thankfully Cairo has some at her braid salon I used. I always have a great experience here. If you need a hair braider, this is your sign to try her! read more

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Cairo has been doing my hair for quite some time now, so this review is long overdue. I honestly wanted to keep her all to myself, but that's impossible because people are always asking, "Who does your braids?" My answer is always: only the best. Her name is Cairo, owner of African Braids by Cairo and the secret is officially out. Her shop is nice, clean, professional, and has plenty of free street parking, which is always a plus. Cairo is not only incredibly talented, but also kind, welcoming, and fast. She does amazing work and truly has a gift. What I love most is that she's always so accommodating and does her best to work new clients into her schedule. And even if there's a short wait, it never feels long because the environment is so enjoyable. There's always good music playing or something interesting on TV, thanks to the other talented braider, Miss Q. Thank you, superstars!! you two are amazing!!! read more

I booked for Fulani Boho Braids. They were very friendly and respectful. I like how they engaged in conversation with clients which a lot of braiderys don't do! Braiding skills and speed is top tier! The shop was clean and they made sure I was comfortable throughout my appointment. I will be going again and have recommended them to others. & I've gotten so many compliments on my hair. read more

The ladies in this hair salon are very talented. They do an excellent job and make sure you're comfortable and like the hair style. I always walk out of there slaying! read more

i just got my hair done and I love my boho knotless braids! they're neat, lightweight, and so pretty the stylist she was gentle, professional, and made me feel comfortable the whole time. I'll definitely be back! read more

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I'm always taken care of when I'm here. Cairo and her braiders are the best you can get in this area. Easy to make an appointment, fair pricing, and very kind :) read more

First time here. Great customer service with great communication on available. Braids turned out well. I will be going back again.

I've gone here a few times to get my hair braided. The first time was great. Second time I had to wait for my appt and I got there early... (I don't mind waiting until my appt time) but waiting after that is crazy. I was waiting for almost 30min for the lady to come in and braid my hair (which in previous reviews she's been notorious for). The third and LAST TIME I had to wait for the shop to open, since no one was there. I waited for about 15-20min after the shop opening time and I considered going home. I reluctantly stayed and got my hair braided but I wanted small to medium braids which every other time was $200 but this time because they made them smaller and longer (which I did not request) I had to pay $220. I will not be going back ever again. I'll take my business elsewhere. Arriving late is bad for business and it's different if it's once but 2/3 times is unacceptable. Everyone's time is valuable yet it doesn't feel that way coming from a consumers perspective. read more

I wish I could give More stars to this business! I've been getting my hair braided by Cairo for at least 5 years now . Her braiding is Amazing read more

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I got my son cornrows done on Friday.. I am not happy about this .. it cost $100 and I tipped $20 for basic braids only 7 at that ...First off one of the braids wasn't centered and the back of it was not tight enough... and now after 4 days the 2 side braids were loose and lifting .. I will never come back here! The whole process only took 45 mins read more

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This is a Hidden Gem! My son had to get some emergency braids since one of them came out and we went in without an appointment, she did the braid in less than a minute! We've already been here once and the braids lasted more than 3 weeks! So glad we found this spot, will be coming here all the time! read more

SAVE UR TIME!!! The braiders will not take an appointments serious at all!! I scheduled an appointment at 2pm and showed up too my braider not being present and was told to come back at 4pm which i canceled plans for too get my hair done and when i show up at 4pm I was told my braider is busy and can't do my hair today and come back in tomorrow after already rescheduling. Just save ur time this place is very unprofessional and has no regards for clients schedules nor time! read more

Cario is the ABSOLUTE BEST! I love the way she braids my hair. Whenever I'm in town I have to get my hair braided by Cario. She's so nice & professional the BEST in town. read more

I loved my hair. She was fast, professional, and went above what I expected. My hair is really short and she was able to grip and after almost two months they still looked amazing. Will definitely be a repeat customer. read more

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I Get My Hair and My daughters hair done by cairo faithfully. She always has our hair looking nice no matter what the requeat. And she always makes time for us at a moments notice! Cairo is the Best!!! read more

Amazing, they are nice and the salon looks nice inside as well! I loved the way that the lady did my cornrows.

OMG, I love, love, love my hair!!! She did such an amazing job... Very fast and efficient!!! I was a bit late but she was still very welcoming. Made me feel as if I was at home. Her prices are affordable. For here on out she will be the one that'll be doing my braids read more

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Every business owner should be concerned with a client's satisfaction with their product. Nice job, but wasn't equipped to handle a major issue read more

I am totally in love with my braids. She did an amazing and gentle job. I explained that since I've been pregnant, due to hormones my scalp had become very tender, making styling and even washing painful for me . She understood and I can tell she tried her best to make sure I was comfortable. The service I experienced went above my expectations. The shop was quiet , clean and inviting . The price was more than reasonable. I will definitely be coming back to get more service in the future . Just be sure to bring cash. I didn't and had to find an ATM. read more

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She was very nice, started off rocky since the address displayed on Yelp is in National City and she resides in Spring Valley. I decided to travel that way anyway, I wanted my hair to be nice for the weekend. She offered to give me the hair for free if I traveled the extra distance. Long story short the reason I'm only giving 3 stars is because I requested kinky twist and I received these flat twist which were neatly parted I must say, but I have natural hair so trying to trim my hair to conform with straight hair isn't a good idea. This morning I woke up and my hair is already coming out even though I tied it up, I feel as if I wasted $160 and 4 hours of my time. If you have straight hair and would like twist, I think she would be good at accomplishing that. read more

On April 19 th 2022, Cairo hers did crochet braids in my hair for 120 Dollars. The corn rows underneath were somewhat painful. I let her know. She asked me if it hurt during the time she was braiding it , or if it hurt during as well as after. I had to admit the pain kin of subsided. The hair I bought was cute and we were dobe in about an hour and a half. I didn't get there un after 6, I live close and she claimed she was finishing someone else's client and kept me on hold like 4 hours. If it were my first experience with her I would say she was tired. It was the second time. Unless part of the Cairo cllique...DON'T GO. She ruined my whole hairdo at the end. All I asked her to do was to trim the bangs. A look came over her face like I'd asked her the part th Red Sea. She said hold your hair right here and came back with what looked like a comb, but shredfed the heck out of my beautiful golden brown curls I just bought. After that there was no turning back. She said there was nothing else she could do. 4-20 I couldn't sleep it was so tight at the front and back of my scalp. It hurt when I was awake I could barely concentrate. I left her 2 messages, no response. I had gotten my hair done for a Vegas trip 4-20 and 4-21. My scalp hurt so bad I flew home from veg 7 hours af I arrived. 4-23-2022 I found a couple of braids on my pillow. The braids were coming out, and taking my own hair with it. My advice is avoid Cairo personally I have found it to be hateful hair braiding . Cairo is the owner she says, she charges a premium and doesn't want to put in the work. (Remember nobody wants to spend (160.00 ) their money to have a bad hairdo. read more

I was very impressed with the way my hair was done ,the service was quick reasonable price ,neat professional and friendly , I think I found my self a permanent place to do my hair love everything in them. read more

Had a great braid Hairstyle by Cairo, with short notice she had a spot for me ! I look forward to the next braid style I have done my Cairo. Thanks again for everything. read more

I love my braids! Caroline is so sweet and welcoming! I love her personality and she is so talented! Her prices are very reasonable as well. It took her 2 hours to do my hair and everything came out so neat. I will definitely get more braids done by her. read more

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bomb braids!!!! love love love my braids cairo worked her magic. she blended my colors nicely. the braids are nice, neat and cute. this is my permanent braiding place now. read more

Will definitely come back. Very happy!! My hair looks great and she's very responsive.

I will give her 5 stars because she was very welcoming and made me feel comfortable while I was there she offered me water and was very respectful I would recommend anyone to come to her she does a really great job and I left completely satisfied with my hair. read more

Cairo has done my micros and I'm pretty picky when it comes to my hair and she always come thru for me. I recommend coming to Cairo to get your micro braids done. read more

Since I've been living in San Diego I have been trying to find someone to braid my hair. She did an amazing job, I love my hair and I will only be going to her from now on. read more

this women is amaaazinggggg!!!!! she can make miracles happen!!!!! i have not had braids in like 20 years !!!!i never liked to sit for a long period of time.... cairo finished in 5 hours tops!!!! my braids look soooo wonderful, trust when i say im very particular about everything!!! she did not disappoint me! she is my braider for life!!!!!!!!#teamcairobraidmaster!!!!! read more