One of my neighbors recommended this salon. I booked an appointment and left looking like a new person! Showa, the owner, is a lovely person with decades of hair styling experience. She wasn't hurried, as many stylists these days are. She gave me a gorgeous hair cut (that doesn't require a lot of fussing in the morning) and styled it beautifully. Many people have commented on my new look and my husband absolutely loves it. This is a fantastic salon -- I highly recommend this gem of a spot in downtown Menlo Park! read more

Talented employees, friendly ambiance, amazing products. So good - I can never go anywhere else!

I had a color and cut appointment with Showa, what a dissapointment! I am a Licensed Aveda practitioner and used to the whole Aveda experience that I did not receive . I paid over $ 500.00 for this service and was highly disappointed. Showa razor cut my hair to death, one side was layered and the other side was noticeably not. She let someone finish my hair because her next client was there. I re-scheduled to have to fixed. I was seated in the chair no hair wash just right back to razor cutting! This was an extremely dissatisfying service and totally overpriced. read more

Shoa and Katie run a wonderfully relaxing salon and I love coming here! The expertise can't be beat!

So, truth be told I've never been here. Looking at spas and salons that have high reviews. I plan to visit several contemplating opening my own. I just don't wanna have to deal with people people working with me that have a bunch of issues. Hairstylist, can be very professional if they were trained correctly. The trainer you got in beauty school is sufficient, but it is not training for business. Living in the Bay Area, all my life aside from a short time when I lived in Georgia, I've realized how entitled many many of these people are. Clients sometimes have unrealistic expectations. It's up to us as Hairstylist to be honest with them if we can't do what they wish to do with their hair or if it's not gonna look like the picture, they need to understand that. Some people don't and the demand to be perfect is sometimes also difficult. Again, Hairstylist are artists and if a client is too demanding, the stylist is not going to do the best job they can do. It's kind of like being forced to paint a picture a certain way. And you know that brushstrokes because you've done it for the last 40 years, but somebody is in front of you putting pressure on you to do it a certain way. If you know the better way you typically do it. read more

Run, don't walk to La Migliore Salon and find Lily. The salon has a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, everyone is so nice here! Soft face framing layers and beautiful highlights done by Lily. She brought me from dark hair to blonde with so much dimension. She pays attention to detail and is incredibly talented at what she does. Thank you! I love love love my hair. read more

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Lily is the best stylist I've ever had! He is so detailed, kind, and caring! I got my whole head bleached and colored and he really made sure that the results were good before letting go even though he was having severe back pain.... this is my second time visiting and he took great care of me as usual and I will definitely be back for next time! read more

The Stephanie Herman Show reviews La Migliore. Showa the owner is brilliant. She has looked into who I am and my intentions of who I want to be before designing my hair do. She has many years of experience with everything having to do with hair. I love my new do. I have been following Showa for 20 years. Once you try her and her salon, you will follow La Migliore too. Her hair salon is like going to a lovely hotel. The scents of Aveda products smell clean and healthy. I highly recommend this salon. read more

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This salon is amazing. The staff is so warm and welcoming. Showa Sahle, owner and master stylist has done my hair for over 4 years now and she is an amazing artist in what she does. She knows what your hair needs- what cut and what color. I put my trust in her and my hair has never looked better. Showa brings in stylists that have the same artistry in their DNA. Katie at the front desk is a master in customer service- so kind, vivacious and gracious. I feel very lucky to have found such an amazing salon full of so much talent. Extra bonus that the salon is right in downtown Menlo Park with ample parking in the back. read more

I'm from out of town and they helped to fit me in for a hair color touch up and blowout. The coloring was excellent and the blowout and flat iron styled hair made me wish I was going out to dinner or something ! It was fabulous and I'd go there again! read more

I was one of the first to meet Showa in her new Aveda Salon in 2012 and she continues to amaze me with her talent and artistry along with her wonderful staff. The salon is comfy and modern and I feel pampered and cared for at every step. Make sure you come by on December 2nd for the Black Tie & Sneaders Block Party that will re-enliven downtown Menlo Park with a fashion show, shopping to support local stores and eating at local restaurants. Starts at 3m so SAVE THE DATE!!! read more

I have been going to this salon over 15 years and I'm never disappointed. The stylists are amazing, the ambience is so relaxing and their Aveda products are first class. I highly recommend this salon read more

I had such a beautiful haircut that two people stopped me later and they said I looked like a model. My haircut made me feel really good about myself . I will definitely be back !! read more

Loved my stylist, Darcy. Our personalities clicked. However when I got out into the light there is too much red in my hair. Could she lighten it for me?? Charlene read more

This is one of the worst salons I have ever been to. Especially because they are an Aveda salon. I think more than anything is that the stylists who work there are just really weird personalities. I remember when I went there and had my hair done by someone I had never seen and I think it was the next day I saw her in the parking lot and said Hi to her. She completely ignored me like I wasn't there. It was so strange. We hadn't had any negativity when I came to the salon except she was very quiet. Not a problem, but for a stylist it was not the average experience. The owner is also as social as a rock. Not unfriendly but not happy to see you either. I now understand why the salon seems to be dying. read more

Fraudulent - bill an untrained person as a junior stylist. The senior stylist felt so bad she was training her and fixing her mistakes. The owner choose not only to bill us but charge us extra for this training session. The owner has a particularly problematic temperament. Giving 1 star because can't give 0. read more

Katie is the sweetest! I have always gone here to get my ears pierced, and I called to inquire about cartilage/auricle piercing options. They only offer lobe piercing, but Katie went out of her way to reach out to different piercing contacts and find me another reputable place that would safely pierce my ears. Such great service always! (: read more

I really wanted to like this place, but unfortunately I can't say I am pleased with the haircut. Everyone was kind and hospitable, but the cut itself was bad, especially given the high price point. I was booked with a junior stylist which I didn't think would be an issue, but the cut turned out very choppy and was not at all what I wanted and communicated. The layers were very harsh and much, much shorter than I asked for. I ended up having to go to another stylist and she had to cut a ton off to make it look better. If it wasn't such a high price point I wouldn't be as upset, but paying $130 for a haircut I had to get fixed at another salon is really disappointing. I'm sure there are great stylists there, but I'd be really careful if they offer a junior stylist... read more

Definitely not "Aveda" quality... Not only the most unprofessional haircut i got for $150 by a "senior" stylist but also the most unprofessional treatment. The stylist accepted me 10 mins late for my appointment and told me that she cannot do the blow-dry after the haircut since her next appointment was right after. As i noticed my hair being ueven on the sides the experience got only worse. Go to another Aveda salon that gives real Aveda service. read more

I was excited for my visit on Friday, June 26th. My stylist, Ellie, was very kind and pleasant. I got highlights and a haircut. In terms of the actual color, it was what I imagined. The cut was good, too. The salon was clean, everyone work masks, and masks are provided for customers. I had a small section of hair missing a few highlights, and the salon was able to take care of it the next week. Ellie was just as pleasant as ever. The only reason I took off a star is because the service was $405 - I am used to paying $300 or so for the same service. read more

Jozette is the best!! I came in with a bad at home highlight job and she fixed everything. She was super great with talking me through exactly what I wanted, while also offering her professional advice. We did partial highlights and low lights. I'm so happy with the results and my hair looks BOMB now. She also gave me a killer blowout. I'm definitely a regular of hers now :)) Also the salon was super covid safe! The door was always wide open and they do a great job of spacing out the chairs/managing appointments read more

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Customer service sucks. No consideration for covid times customer not able to make it and cancel appointments 24 hrs prior to appointment and they charge 50%. This is ridiculous. They are expensive and service is terrible, they are trying to make free money. When ever I pass them they are always empty and when you talk to them they cllaim they are busy. read more

As a guy not used to being pampered with a facial, I was more than pleasantly surprised at how great it was. Gabby, the esthetician, was very good. It was relaxing, although I'm not used to having my eyebrows, and nose, tweezed! Yes, this guy was "glowing" afterwards. My wife even noticed the difference. I will probably be going again, soon! Thanks La Migliore! read more

Got my Eyebrows pampered with Fatima, she did such a FANTASTIC job! It's been hard for me to find someone I trust with my eyebrows and I found her! She threads them so not only do I get clean, beautiful, PRECISION brows but a nice relaxing experience! Hate that I don't have a before of my caterpillars read more

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I tried to color my hair twice at this salon. It did not turn out very well the second time either, it took forever and their prices are high compared to other salons. So I do not recommend this place. The only good thing that I could say is that they are friendly. read more

I love this salon! I get my color done here and I've also had my hair styled here. The staff is very friendly and they have taken a lot of precautions for covid. The stylists are very knowledgeable and the owner, Showa, was able to recommend hair products and advice that have really helped me have healthier hair. read more

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I brought my 14-year-old daughter and her friend to La Migliore to get their ears pierced. I cannot say enough wonderful things about our experience. Katie was an absolute gem to work with--she was able to juggle other appointments to accommodate our schedule. When we arrived, our nervous teenagers were greeted with smiles, patience, and empathy. Gabby did the actual piercing and again-what a true gem! She was professional, patient, walked them/us through the process and the best part was...they said "it didn't even hurt!" I can't say enough wonderful things about the team at La Migliore! read more

Showa really knows how to cut hair! We went on a 3-week vacation and I forgot to pack a comb and brush. Not needed - a quick minute under the hair dryer, and my hair fell into its place like Showa was watching! read more

I brought my 14-year-old daughter and her friend to La Migliore to get their ears pierced. I cannot say enough wonderful things about our experience. Katie was an absolute gem to work with--she was able to juggle other appointments to accommodate our schedule. When we arrived, our nervous teenagers were greeted with smiles, patience, and empathy. Gabby did the actual piercing and again-what a true gem! She was professional, patient, walked them/us through the process and the best part was...they said "it didn't even hurt!" I can't say enough wonderful things about the team at La Migliore! read more

**BEWARE** This salon took advantage of my daughter! They lack poor communication skills and have outrageous prices for services. My daughter went in for a color correction and was charged $500. And, no, that did not include a haircut. When I called to better understand the charges, the stylist listed out no less than 6 line items of charges including $25 for an extra bowl of bleach. And, "Oh and she had to have a glaze ($45)". OMG! Unfortunately, a hard lesson for my daughter who has now managed to wipe out her savings. But shame on La Migliore and the stylist for taking advantage of a young girl. Make sure to ask about service cost and you might think twice about sending your son/daughter in there on their own. read more

Got one of the best haircuts at this place. Had been growing tired of long-dead ends, and the stylist finally chopped them all off and I'm so glad she did and that I went to this place! I didn't think I'll ever pull off short hair but the stylist was highly skilled and did a fantastic job and I love it! Will be back again for other hair care. read more

Excellent customer service in addition to a talented stylist in Ellieanna. She understood my desire not to look like a middle aged woman but with a style complimentary to middle aged women. Plus, as the second round of SIP looming, they contacted patrons to offer additional hours of availability up to the closure notice was instituted. All COVID19 procedures are enforced so you feel safe while you are in the salon. read more

I booked a last minute hair trim and style before flying out to Atlanta the next day. Kiara was so kind and skillful. I was not sure what I wanted to do, so she decided to cut my hair dry before washing so I could see how much length was left. I enjoyed my overall experience and am glad I found a salon that uses less harsh. I enjoyed the tea and the Aveda hair products and thank Kiaea for the awesome job! Though it may be on the pricier side, it was worth it since I only get my hair cut a few times a year! Relaxing experience :-) #treatyoself read more

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Hello, my name is Maria Cucchiara. I found this amazing salon because of their Aveda products. I do a riot touch up about every two weeks. I wanted a less harsh process when coloring that often. Jessica is professional, smart, personable, and knows her craft! She did exactly what I wanted and was spot on with the level of color etc. Her haircut was the best I have in many years! I have curly hair, so, having the right cut is vital! I highly recommend this salon. The front desk assistant is wonderful and the other stylist and owner of the shop are professional, friendly and classy read more

I won't let anyone else, but Showa, cut my hair. She really knows not only how to style hair for one's best look and lifestyle, but does it with a truly masterful cut. The salon is clean, has thorough Covid precautions, is a classy but not fussy environment, and provides friendly service. Always a relaxing visit. read more

This salon doesn't have the decency to give a courtesy call to its customers when their appt has been cancelled. I called almost 3 weeks ago because my county and the surrounding counties weren't open due to Covid. My 95 year old grandma was desperate for a perm and cut. When making the appointment the girl took down my credit card information to book the open slot. I was relieved to finally get an appt somewhere. Usually professional salons will give you a reminder text/call for your upcoming appointment. I didn't get one so I called, no answer. I figured eh there busy and today I drove 2 HOURS for the appointment. Guess what? There closed. So rude to not let your client know " hey btw were closed would you like to call when we open" just any way of telling the client. Anyway, I walked in, with a rude girl sitting in the front with nothing to say. She wasn't answering calls and just sitting there. After I explained how frustrating it all was she just sat there and was like "mmm yeah we're closed." I told her why don't you start calling some of the upcoming appointments because this is so wrong to not give a heads up. If they do business like this and there interaction with the client is like this I'm glad I didn't have a service here. Waste of my time and energy. The little girl in the front is also not helping by sitting there clueless and rolling her eyes. OH BY THE WAY. Another very upset client was right behind me and they ALSO didn't have the courtesy to let her know. UPDATE---- I gave an honest review of my experience and due to mobility issues I left my grandma in the car to check in I NEVER DEMANDED anyone to do my hair. Why would I, receive a perm and cut??! I clearly communicated that it was for my 95 y\o gma. Instead of accusing customers for lying, look into your rude employees. DONT GO HERE. read more

Amazing place to get your hair done and Great costumer service. They literally fixed my hair after I tried to get it silver and ended up being yellow-orange ish Ask for Jessica if u want to go crazy and try a fashion color !!! She's the best read more

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I had another great experience at La Migliore with a new for me stylist who was amazing and immediately understood my hair. They are also so conscientious during this pandemic about safety and as an older person, it makes me feel safe! read more

Always a 5-star experience! Love the vibe in this Salon, great music, great energy. Showa and her team of stylists are unbelievably talented! If you want an on-trend, in-style haircut, you must visit this place. I've watched many people transformed from long hair to short, from blond hair to pink and countless giggles from adolescents before and after getting their ears pierced. I will never go anywhere else! read more

The owner of the store is very harsh and rude and when someone in her store made a mistake in colouring my hair she attempted to cover up instead of admit the issue and at least refund me. Most of the people in the salon are nice but she is terrible. I used to particularly love Fatima but since she left I just couldn't go there anymore. read more