I've been to 6+ Fantastic Sams' and this is by far the best experience I've had. They go the extra mile with making sure you're getting what you want with the haircut, the staff are superb and great hairdressers (shoutout to Hooman for making me go from a rag doll to a Ken doll), and the decor really shows they care about the experience. If you're in the Santa Monica area you have to come here! read more

I think you should rename to Fantastic Maryams! My 4.5 year old daughter had been begging us to let her get her first real haircut. She was so excited to get a hair wash, cut and blow dry with Maryam a few weeks ago. I am not someone that has personally invested in my own haircuts or root touchups. Our daughter inspired me to also have Maryam cut my hair. I chatted with Maryam the entire time. To have a place that can cut your hair for a super reasonable price and get you out quickly is a dream for me. Most salons cost me hundreds of dollars and take forever. In less than an hour, I was walking out the door. read more

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Needed a quick trim and was assisted by an older lady with short hair.. did not grab her name. I asked for a layered trim with curtain bangs and unfortunately left with an uneven haircut. The worst part is she didn't even blow dry my hair. I asked for her to blow dry it but I think she understood blow out and told me it was an additional $55. I declined. So, I left without knowing what my hair actually looked like, I left with wet hair, and hours later I found out the layers were not even. read more

I love this location! They're efficient, nice, and above all, the place is clean. The cutters really know their stuff, and listen to me with what I want. I don't always know how to say it, but they do and I always get a great cut. Cute, sexy, and a good price, good value. I highly recommend. read more

Everything about this place. It was warm inside even though it was cool outside. Older lady didn't catch her name asked me to sit in a chair with other people's hair all around it. The haircut cape smelled funny and given all this, I still gave her and this place a chance. She didn't moisten my hair to get the full length of it and I have wavy hair. I've gone to other Fantastic Sam's locations where they legit washed my hair first before cutting!! Turns out this lady gave me an UNEVEN haircut. I pointed it out several times and she just kept pulling on the ends to show it was even. When I continued to complain, she tried to cut the hair over my phone and purse !!! NEVER going back. Life is expensive, don't waste your money here !! read more

I brought my photo with long hair. My hair is long. Patty cut all my length off, looking nothing like my former look. Never going back to 3629 Lincoln. read more

Yaya cut my hair exactly how I wanted! I have a hard time communicating what style I like, but Yaya understood everything I said immediately. And Miriam was so kind and welcoming. The whole experience was friendly, quick, and well priced. I'll definitely be back! read more

Fantastic Sams - me and my grandma style haircut :) - Hair Salons Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Maryam is out for the day, so Yaya stepped in to take care of me. Before leaving, Maryam made sure that Yaya knew exactly how to recreate the fabulous hairstyle she did for me last time. I was thrilled with how it turned out! Of course, now I can't wait to experience Yaya's amazing massage skills! read more

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This place is wonderful! Fantastic, indeed. The entire staff are wonderful but Maryam does trims for me and she's so exceptional! She knows a man's aesthetic and what works best for you. She's also very comforting to talk to and a great human being. And her dog is the cutest mascot ever! This place is easy, convenient, and you leave very happy. read more

I called Fantastic Sam's salon at 2461 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA, on 05/05/2025 at 10:45 to ask if I could get an adjustment on my haircut couple days after I visited the salon. A woman with an accent, who answered the phone was extremely rude, yelled at me and told me that I was "talking nonsense". She informed me that there is no owner, or manager in charge whom I could talk to and that I had to come in to talk to her, even though she was not my stylist. When I asked her name, she refused to give it to me, although she asked that I give her my name. I asked what the saloon's policy was on adjusting hair cuts, however she refused to answer and told me to come to the salon in person to ask about their customer service policy. I was treated with an utmost disrespect yelled at for the entire duration of the phone call. read more

Fantastic Sams - Bad haircut (illustrative photo) - Hair Salons Near Me - Santa Monica, California

I've been going to Maryam for a long time, and at this point, she's so much more than just my hairstylist -- she's like family. Every time I sit in her chair, I feel completely at home. She somehow knows exactly what I need -- whether it's a perfect cut, a fresh style, or simply a good and deep conversation. Maryam puts so much heart into her work. She treats every client like her own and pays attention to every detail. Her warmth, honesty, and care make her truly one of a kind. I trust her completely -- not just with my hair, but with her advice and positive energy. Thank you, Maryam, for being my stylist, therapist, and second mom all in one. I couldn't imagine going to anyone else! read more

Amazing haircuts!! The staff is always attentive and kind. I've been coming for many years and every haircut is done with care and exactly what I want. I feel welcomed and excited when I come in. Thank you for being amazing! read more

This is my spot for life. Miriam and honestly all the stylists here do a bang up job !!

What an amazing haircut! I got! Maryan was fantastic and great service. Highly recommend!

I wanted to find a hair salon that gave me exactly what I asked for. I stumbled upon this place and after reading some positive reviews, decided to check it out. I was attended by Bertha, who was so kind. She talked me through what she was doing and made sure my haircut was the length I wanted. I told her I wanted my hair right at my shoulders and she double checked with me to make sure I liked the length. I was in and out of here in 30 minutes. I will be coming back here for future haircuts! Prices start at $35 for women's haircuts and go up depending on what is done. I paid $45 for my haircut (before tip) read more

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This review is long overdue. I like this particular Fantastic Sams due to its location, cleanliness, and ease of parking. The 5-star review is for my favorite colorist, Yaya, who always provides an amazing service!!! She's friendly, takes her time to do a wonderful color job and is careful with the shampooing process, a process that most colorists and stylists do poorly (i.e. water in the ears, water splashed all over my face or running down my back, gobs of color left in my ears or on my scalp, etc.). Thank you, Yaya!!! read more

You can't beat the quality of the haircut for the price on the west side. They did me right and were so nice about accommodating to what I was looking for. 10/10 and will be coming back every time I need a haircut. read more

The haircut itself was great. They definitely over charge though. My haircut was $55, for very straight, not finicky hair, which I thought was perfectly acceptable. They kept insisting to blow dry my hair because "that's how you see the haircut " I told them I didn't really need that because my hair was already dry, but I went along with it. They ended up charging me $45 for a very simple blow dry. my entire haircut cost $100... I can go to a professional salon for the same price. although the cut itself was great, I will not be coming back because of the upselling on pricing, even when the customer said it was fine. I've never spent that much money on a simple haircut anywhere. read more

I last visited Maryam on Thursday September 16th, my Birthday. Maryam is very talented. I have been going to her since she opened, at least 20 yrs. She is an expert in coloring, and cutting hair. She has always worked MIRACLES with my hair. If you are like me and like to change your hair color or hair style periodically she will do a beautiful job. I won't go into detail about what happened the last time I went in because honestly i still dont understand it. After so many years it saddens me that you wouldn't have just talked to me. Thank you for close to 20 yrs of taking care of my hair Maryam. I wish you happiness & good health and to your family and sweet Scotty Pippin all the best. read more

Worst haircut ever! And terrible service, didn't honor the coupon I had that states "complimentary wash", said it was the first time they've seen it. Had to ask her to even out the sides of the head 3 times, and requested a trim on the top of my head, because I've been growing it out and like to comb it back, but she just kept chopping. Nothing is even, long patches on the back of my head when it was cut with a #2 guard. I asked to trim the ends on the top of my head to let it continue growing, with a 2 on the sides and back, blended into the top. Only thing she got right was the #2 guard. Looks like I'm starting the growth over again and getting it cleaned up somewhere else. When I asked why they wouldn't honor the wash on the coupon, she grabbed her purse and left to go to the pharmacy. She couldn't wait to get out of the salon. She didn't seem like she wanted to be there the second I walked in the door. Not sure if she was having a bad day, but if she was, she shouldn't be cutting hair. It only reflects on the final product. I've had great cuts at other locations, but I will never be coming back here. read more

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This is a wonderful fantastic sams! My usual hair lady retired from Chinatown so I was searching for one close to home in west la driving around. Wasn't really looking for a franchise place - I've used Supercuts and Sams a long time ago but this one had high points. Walked in and the owner is so friendly, down to earth and so was the other gals in there. If you don't come for haircut, come for Scotty the dog! Anyways the prices are posted when you walk in, all haircuts it says includes shampoo. Blow dry is extra But so worth it Very nice people, I surely did not want someone who didn't like their job cutting my hair but she made me look human again! Will be back for sure for upkeep and cuts read more

Fantastic Sams - Freshly cut styled hair - Hair Salons Near Me - Santa Monica, California

My first visit and Maryam was terrific. She listened to my hair problems and gave me options. The cut was very professional but also quick-- I'm one of those people who hates to sit a long time for a cut. She took me promptly. It was $45- and as good a cut as if it had been Beverly Hills. I'm going to back to try color soon! read more

I came in for a walk-in haircut and it was quick and professional, I loved my experience here! Scotty the beagle was a plus :)

Berta and Francis were fantastic. We got one men's basic cut with a fade, $25, and one women's basic cut (several inches off, no layers) $35. They don't accept the Fantastic Sam's coupons but honestly, we loved our experience here and will be back. Well worth the fair price for basic cuts. Francis took good care to make sure my partner had a clean cut. I sat beside him and saw the care with which she took to make sure he didn't bleed but also was even and neat. She made sure we were happy with the length before cutting shorter. She also was calm and focused as she worked which was very nice for both of us, as we don't really enjoy talking during our haircuts. When we asked to make my partner's side cut more even or top portion shorter, she didn't have an attitude and just efficiently went ahead and made the requested edits. Wonderful cut, thanks Francis! Berta took care of my haircut and was very quiet but sweet- she was also happy to focus on cutting but also made sure that I was happy with the length. She started with one side and told me I could decide after I see it if I wanted it shorter. I felt embarrassed asking for shorter despite her kindly letting me know in advance I could, but she read my body language and hesitation when I saw the first cut length and kindly reassured me that we could definitely cut shorter. Such a great manner, thank you Berta! My cut looks even and straight, and she made sure to cut my bangs and fade them just how I like them. My partner and I are very happy that we found our hairdresser place in LA! The hairdressers here are experienced and kind, and they didn't make my partner bleed by rushing like the Fantastic Sam's San Vincente location. Highly recommend. read more

Miriam is great! She always gives me the best haircuts and is very kind. Always available & reliable, highly recommend

I went here twice, and every time I was more than satisfied with my haircut. They have plenty of experience, they are super nice and customer friendly! I highly recommend this place! Lovely people. read more

Came in for a full head of highlights and boy did Maryam deliver! I've been here several times and have never been disappointed. I highly recommend!!! read more

I called in ahead of time to get a price quote for a slight trim and was told it was $35, however once I arrived I was told that it would be $65 instead because my hair is "more difficult" and "it takes 3x as much work". I'm an african American to add some context. and they told me I needed to wash and blow dry my hair (that was just washed and blow dried no less than 10 minutes before my arrival) and hot iron it afterwards to ensure an even cut. Which tells me that 1. they don't know how to do black hair and 2. they're lying because I had a trim there almost a year to the day and there was no need to hot iron my hair at all. Overall I'm disappointed by their negative attitude towards me and my hair, and the fact that had I been of another race the price would not have nearly doubled. I would not recommend them although they have seemingly cheap prices it isn't without additional cost whether that be monetarily or discrimitatory. read more

Stopped by to get hair trim before work and couldn't be more happier! I did a walk in and was helped right away by Friday and helpful lady! She did my hair trim in 10 minutes super nice and neat! Love this place and definitely will be back for more hair trims read more

The lady that cut my hair was very nice, we had a great conversation. The haircut was also great and they were ready for my appointment when I showed up. read more

Wendy was great. She created a beautiful hair color for me. It was exactly what I wanted it. I definite recommended her for all the hair services. Thank you! read more

Fantastic Sams - Wendy created a beautiful color for me. She was always very nice & provided excellent service. I definitely recommend her. - Hair Salons Near Me - Santa Monica, California

A big thank you to Wendy who took me as a walk in for a blow dry. Wendy did a thoroughly excellent job making my hair smooth and straight and I'm very ocd about my hair. She didn't rush at all and took her time. Wendy is also a really great person to chat with and a perfect person to lift your spirits when you need a bit of a pick me up. I wouldn't hesitate to go back to her again. Thank you, Wendy! read more

After getting a great and quick! trim from Maryam last month, I decided to come back and ask her to clean up my color situation - grays and grown out highlights - and get me back to my natural color. I could not have been in better hands. I told her my preference and she made an excellent recommendation. The color is beautiful and is the understated, natural- looking shade I was hoping for. She then gave me precision layers that air dry flawlessly. On top of her expertise, Maryam is just nice to chat with. She really knows her hair - and really cares. Please give her a try! read more

Great place !!!!! They always have professionals that do an amazing job! - Location is clean and friendly. Great Value!!! luv it read more

Fantastic Sams - Hair Salons Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Amazing service! Hands down a great place to get a good haircut at an amazing price and super friendly staff. very quick times and very clean. will be coming again! read more

I just paid $65 for root touch up and $65 for blow dry. Sounds a little high for this type of establishment and location. I was told to pay cash only. read more

These are very dishonourable people. Please save yourself the hassle. They charged me WAY over the usual costs ($180) and then denied it ever happened even when I showed them snaps of my credit card bill. But when the credit card company contacted them, they said they that is the amount that was agreed. This is so deceitful and wasted lots of my time. AVOID these people at your own costs. I have no reason to make this up. I live most of my time in the UK but this deeply unpleasant experience makes me feel you have to read reviews carefully-- you can see here that they do not have great customer attention or reliability. Avoid avoid avoid! read more

Maryam cut my hair and it was fabulous!! She made sure I was okay with the length and gave me tips to help keep my hair healthy! Definitely will come back again! read more

I was frustrated with my hair and wanted a quick trim. I was in Santa Monica and looked at Yelp to see what options I have. I called and spoke to Naz who told me that she was available. I am so happy that I came here on a spur of a moment whim on an early Sunday evening! Naz cut and blowdried my hair and she did an incredible job! She was so sweet and I was so comfortable talking to her, as if I've know her for ages. I'm so glad I found this gem of a place and I am definitely looking forward to returning when I'm in the area! read more

I had Miriam as my stylist she was very sweet and talented. I enjoyed my experience here and would definitely come back. She is great at layering haircuts. Thank you! read more