Thank you Chop Salon for helping this mama step out and into her 20 Year High school Reunion…read morefeeling fresh and fabulous! @Monica ~ you're amazing! Truly loved connecting and laughing about all the things! I also appreciate your expertise and thorough job with my cut, color, and look. I received so many compliments at the event ~ the color is incredibly vibrant, and my hair is still shining post-wash. From the moment I stepped into Chop Salon, the service was absolutely wonderful ~ check in/out was a breeze, and even during wait times for color to process, there were ample snack/drinks to munch/sip on. Appreciate the good tunes and really just the overall vibe of this salon. It feels cozy, but also hip and comfortable. I don't have pricing to compare to, but overall I left feeling both impressed and excited to return soon for a salon in the EB I can trust/feel welcome in. Street parking available and fyi, they ask guests to also park in the (old) Marshall's parking lot for overflow and not across the street in AutoZone.

Chop Salon is everything I had ever hoped for!…read more Parking is easy and accessible and so is the salon! Checkout their website to learn more about their values as a gender-free, inclusive, and fee transparency salon. Greatly appreciated not having to guess if I would feel welcome or what I could budget for. Rocky did a fabulous job with consultation, walking me through the steps, and executing a great cut and color plan! I already have my second appointment booked and am very excited for my hair journey with Rocky. All the stylists were super kind and the space was so inviting by having water, snacks, and wider chairs for clients. It felt very accommodating. Also, super queer and LGBTQIA+ friendly! You've got to come here and feel the magic!

Aide is a hair magician. After a year of DIY dye my hair was damaged and uneven -- she transformed…read moreit with flawless balayage highlights and brought my color back to life. I brought a reference photo and she matched it to a T. She really understands the look you want, explains everything clearly, and is just so much fun to sit with. I'm a perfectionist but I trust her completely -- my hair looks healthier, shinier, and I get compliments all the time. Can't recommend her enough!

Tried this salon for the first time and was very impressed by the ease of booking, confirmation and…read morepre appointment setup considering this is a single person business. Aide was very professional, listened to exactly what I wanted and offered great suggestions. She checked in with me regularly on the progress with the balayage and hair cut style. She also reapplied color when I wasn't completely satisfied withe the hue. She was very patient and professional throughout my service. Would recommend her for any cut and color treatments.

I got sick on the day of my appointment, but called ahead of time in the day to let them know I was…read moresick. They said they would charge me a cancellation fee even though I was sick. So I said I'd come in sick with a mask on to my appointment in order for them not to charge a cancellation fee. They said I couldn't come into my appointment either because I'm sick. So basically they won't let me go to my appointment, but they also won't waive the fee for keeping me out for being sick. Wtf? These people are seriously unprofessional and rude. Any other salon would've understood and simply waive the fee like a real business who treats their customers well. Not to mention my first experience there when the employees gossiped about other clientele the whole time to each other and then smile to your face as you fill their pockets, wtf was that about and why are they doing this in-front of customers in the chair?! I really tried to give this place another chance, I had hopes for this place based on reviews, I came to realize later a lot of those nice yelp reviews came from their friends, yes I can tell. There are definitely better salons out there that are authentic and courteous and I was lucky to find a better one with higher standards for how they run their business and treat people and been with them ever since. Happy to ditch the ritzy place, no room for the fake and greedy.

This Review is for stylist Melanie. I have been going to here for 5 plus years. I moved to the bay…read moreand needed a new consistent hairstylist. When I originally started I was in the process of being a blonde girly pop, but transited to a fun orange, then copper, and finally my natural brown with healing care under stylist Melanie. She can do it all, Fun and great quality colors, to teaching you how to take care of your hair with a routine that works for your schedule, now I am rocking my natural curls with healthy haircuts, treatments, and maintenance by my girl! The vibe of the salon is immaculate with parking and cute restaurants near by as well! If you're looking for a sign to book with her: THIS IS IT !

I purchased 20inch blonde hair. The hair was horrible. Once installed it was very poor quality…read more The hair was dry and untamable and expensive. Not able to wear in a down style ...and had to remove after 1 month of wear. $200.00 of my hard earned cash down the drain, not to mention the cost of installing. When you go into what appears to be a reputable business establishment...I wouldn't expect such poor quality hair.

DONT DO IT if you want hair that's going to last more than a week. It's dry and shedding and…read morestarting to tangle. Really really dry. I could tell when I purchased it that it wasn't top quality but I was desperate and on a serious budget. Next time I'll spend the extra money to get hair that's going to last. Idk what the other good reviews are about...this is not quality hair. I have an event coming up and I shouldn't be worried about a weave I just got installed a week ago. Gonna take my loss and do business elsewhere.

Been going to Lajewel since 2016. Shes very knowledgeable and does an amazing job on hair. But the…read moremoment she no longer wants to do business with you, you will be blocked. Beware!!

Very knowledgeable about Black hair care, very personable, and good at styling and extensions!read more

Ms. Cherry and Luna came in on a holiday Monday to do my eyebrows before I start chemo this week…read more To start with, how amazing is that? Ms. Cherry spent so much time checking my medications and skin type/tone to get the right color mix for my eyebrows. I was blown away by attention to detail and the end result. I will never go anywhere else.

This is the place to go!! This is more than just a "business". This place offers a peace of mind,…read moreserenity, relaxation, and so much much more. After years of going back and forth with myself to get my eye brows done, I finally did it! I have been following Miss Cherry's Instagram page for 3 years! I would be lying if I said this wasn't a life changing experience (for me). I've never had beautiful brows. They are thin and barely exist! I got the ombré powdered brows and I absolutely LOVE them! Miss Cherry's voice and aura is so soothing. Almost angelic if I'm being honest. You can tell she loves what she does! She boosted my confidence! Her assistant Luna is wonderful as well and is a wonderful addition to the salon. Thank you both for the amazing experience and even the check in to see if your brows have healed properly! I will definitely return!

I got a hair cut and Color from Reena Kumar and she is literally a miracle worker. She gave me the…read morebest hair I've ever had and her vibes are immaculate

REENA IS THAT GIRL! I've been going to Reena for the last 4 years and every time she kills it. My…read more(blonde) hair always leaves feeling healthy and looking better than ever. She really values her work and is committed to achieving your hair goals, while maintaining good hair health and providing such a fun and positive experience along the way. If I could rate over 5 stars, I would!

Loved. I have a TON of hair, not to only long but thick as well. I was in and out in two hours…read more This was a safe day, last minute appointment & they were able to fit me in. Compared to East Coast prices ($160), they are expensive, but they're the best quality I've found since moving to the Bay. My hair lasted over 5 weeks (took out bc too much new growth), but I will definitely go to again. 11.19.19 Update Went to the Mission st. location this time for cornrows & love them. It was only 3.5 hours & they look amazing. Faguema

Unfortunately the owner doesn't care about your satisfaction. She will ask many questions as if she…read morewants you have a satisfying braid experience, but her real intentions are to simply get your money. I was quoted $280 for small knotless braids. I was charged $300 plus $10 for the jar of Let's Jam used on my hair. My style wasn't to my satisfaction, because after going home and really looking at my hair. I realize I did not have the traditional knotless braids, but a version of knotless.

Yve was so personable, friendly, efficient, and flexible! If you are in the El Cerrito area, she…read morewill have you looking AND feeling fabulous. I got a roller set, blow out, flat iron, and trimmed ends in under 2 hours! 10/10 would recommend!

I've been here a many times for a blow out, color, and haircuts and I really love this salon. The…read moreowner is very nice and they always do an excellent job. This is my go-to salon.

I can't say enough amazing things about The Blond Bungalow and Maritza. From the moment I walked…read morein, I felt so welcomed and cared for--but what she did for me goes far beyond just hair. Last year, I lost my hair due to chemo during my battle with breast cancer. It was one of the hardest things I've ever gone through, and regaining my confidence has been a journey. Maritza truly changed that for me. Her work with keratin bond extensions completely transformed my hair. Not only does it look beautiful and natural, but it made me feel like myself again. That feeling is priceless. She was so kind, patient, and understanding throughout the entire process, and you can tell how much she genuinely cares about her clients. If you're looking for someone incredibly talented who also has the biggest heart, Maritza is your person. I am beyond grateful for her and this experience. Thank you for helping me feel confident again--it means more than I can put into words.

Walking into Blond Bungalow ended up being one of the best decisions I've made for myself in a long…read moretime. I originally went in for a color appointment, but I had been quietly thinking about getting extensions for months. My hair has always sat around shoulder length and never seems to grow much past that, no matter what I do, so the idea of adding length and fullness felt both exciting and a little intimidating. From the moment I sat down with Maritza I knew I was in the right hands. She took the time to talk through what I wanted, what would work best with my hair, and how to keep everything looking natural and healthy. Her level of expertise and attention to detail immediately built confidence. The result was beyond what I imagined. The color looked beautiful, and the extensions blended seamlessly. The length and fullness feel completely natural, and the transformation honestly gave me a huge boost in confidence. It still feels like my hair, just the best version of it. Maritza truly nailed it. Her skill, professionalism, and ability to understand exactly what I was hoping for made the entire experience feel effortless. If you've been thinking about extensions but feel unsure, I can't recommend Maritza at Blond Bungalow enough. I'm so glad I finally went for it, and I couldn't have asked for a better experience. The photo attached really doesn't capture how great it looks in person. If you've been thinking about extensions I whole heartedly recommend Maritza.