Small family run business. Mio & Nick are super talented. When I'm getting my hair done, I often watch the barbers - it's amazing how much care and detail they put into their work. My daughter's hair is long - down to her ankles and we only trust Mio to do her hair. Great little shop and now a 2nd one located on Kalakaua with convenient parking in front and back of the shop. read more

It's so disappointing. We've always come here for my son's haircuts, but unfortunately, today was a completely different experience. We came in earlier this afternoon, and the lady who cut my son's hair cut it way too short and uneven. She really messed up his haircut, and we were extremely unhappy with the result. We paid $60 for a haircut that was poorly done and honestly not worth the money. After being loyal customers and coming here regularly, this experience was especially disappointing. Definitely not the quality or service we expected, and unfortunately, this will make us think twice about coming back read more

The barber need more practice. This place is not worth paying $50 haircuts. Never going back again. I GIVE THIS PLACE A 0 out of 5. read more

On March 7, 2026, I went to MiO's Designs Barbershop in Kalihi with my 12-year-old son for a haircut and my 8-year-old daughter for a haircut and blue highlights. I checked in with the owner, Nick, and asked if his wife, Mio, was available to color hair. He said he would check and shortly after told us to come inside. I showed Mio a photo of the blue highlights my daughter wanted and explained we only wanted the dead ends trimmed. Before starting, Mio said she didn't have blue dye, only purple, which my daughter agreed to. After bleaching sections of her hair, Mio applied the color but said it wasn't turning purple, explaining she didn't know why and showing me the tube labeled "purple." She asked me to take a photo to show my daughter and see if she liked it. Mio then left the room and later returned, applying another dye without explaining the color, which turned out to be blue -- the color we originally requested but were previously told was unavailable. I asked if the first section could be corrected so everything would match, but Mio insisted it wasn't noticeable and encouraged my daughter to keep both colors. She said it was just a test and that no one would see it. I repeatedly told her we wanted it all blue. Mio said she would have to re-bleach that section, and I told her that was fine. She then colored the rest of the highlights blue but did not fix the part we specifically asked her to correct. After washing, the hair was uneven with light blue, green, and yellow/blonde tones and did not match the photo. I asked her to redo it because my daughter's hair looked faded and was not what we wanted. I also asked her to leave the dye in longer because I felt it had been rinsed out too soon. Mio initially said nothing would be perfect. After I asked a few times, she agreed to redo it. I also reminded her to color the section she had previously bleached but never corrected. After the second attempt, it looked slightly better but still was not the color we wanted. At the front, the total was $376. I explained that I wasn't comfortable paying that amount given the outcome. Mio then began yelling in front of other customers, complaining about having to redo my daughter's hair and saying she wanted to charge me more for it, even though she never mentioned any additional cost beforehand. I explained that it wasn't our fault she had to spend more time on my daughter's hair or use more product, since the issue came from the first attempt. The situation continued to escalate, and I became overwhelmed and started crying, especially because I had six of my children with me and had not expected to be there for so long. The owner, Nick, then stated that if I did not pay he would call the police. I told him he could do so because it was impossible to have a conversation while Mio continued yelling. The police were called, and I paid $250 so I could leave with my children. I've been a loyal customer here for years and have spent a significant amount of money at this shop, which made this experience especially disappointing. Based on what happened, I would not recommend getting hair color services here. The final result did not match what we requested, and the situation was handled poorly. I would also suggest reading other reviews before deciding to book. read more

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Our first haircut with Nick was almost 2 years ago and he's still great. I brought my 5 year old nephew this time and he can be difficult in the chair. He had Thuy and she was patient and worked well with him. He had a great experience and loves his haircut. read more

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I made an appointment through Mio's design website on July 28 at 3:24 pm for a haircut on July 29 at 9:30 am. Since I was a new customer, I chose to get my haircut by whoever was available. So the website chose hairstylist Henry for me. I showed up in time for my hair appointment only to find out Henry was not there. There was only 1 lady and 1 very older man (like grandpa age). So instead of waiting for Henry (he never came by the way), I just got my haircut by the older man. I did not like the haircut, but I was grateful he didn't mess it up too much. Still, a haircut is a haircut, but not worth $50+. Also, the haircut did last 1 hour (just for the cutting). Maybe he was stalling for Henry to come?? I honestly don't know what to say about this business/ establishment; this place is convenient since I live in Kalihi, but it's not worth it at all. Henry had 12+ hours, but I guess one client did not mean anything to him? read more

Great cut... they accommodated a walking service for me. Would recommend and will return. read more

If I could give NO STAR I would!!! $47 plus tip which I tipped anyway for their service but c'mon for children's cut thats bit too much!!! And his cut wasn't that special it was just trim and fade nothing fancy! On their price list it said kids cut $35 for children 10 and under. My son was 9 years old!!!! Sorry but I WILL NOT GO TO THEM AGAIN!!! read more

No good! Hairstylist don't even do your hair how you want it! I do not recommend this place.

I just had my haircut did by Mio herself and i really loooovvvee it. This is my first time coming here and i wasn't expecting for my haircut to be this gooood but it issss....not complaining !!! Very friendly people and service was amazing. YOU Gotta try it to know it !!! read more

Really good hair cut I would recommend this place! This hair was cutted by Nickthebarbor808 follow him on instagram right now! read more

MiO’s Designs Barbershop - I love this hair cut cutted by nickthebarber808 - Barbers Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Great place- Jorden cut my hair and I'd say it was worth the 48 bucks. He has a great convos and the service he provides is spot on. Definitely coming again read more

COMPLETELY MESSED UP & PUSHED BACK MY SONS HAIRLINE, & CHARGED ME $100. My 2 boys used to always get their haircuts there with nick, they have tried a few other barbers at mio's who are no longer there but mainly nick ever since they were 10 now they are 15 & 16. I've heard some complaints but we personally haven't had issues and we moved to Hawaii Kai so don't go there much. This particular Sunday I drove them to Kalihi, as expected Nick was booked, but he told the boys an older lady could do their cuts, there's no indoor seating and it was pouring so I stayed in my car. My sons went together with pictures of their cut, nothing fancy just taper sides and top cut down a little and 1 son got a his eyebrows shaped with a razor an additional $5. My oldest called me after his cut to come in and immediately walking towards the door his hair line was completely pushed back the corners of the hair cut were all the way pushed back! My oldest son wasn't saying anything as I could tell he was disappointed and told him to go to the car I was going to ask for Nick. The woman is smiling at me and tells me my total is $99. And some change. I ask her what's the $99 for as we did 2 regular cut, 1 was ok not even that great, but we could deal with it but the 2nd was completely messed up and an eyebrow razor shape. I asked for nick they said he went outside. I gave her $100.00 & told her she completely messed up my oldest son hairline, and is completely overcharging me for something that looks nothing like what we asked for and I wanted to see Nick, I left before I blew up inside the shop with other ppl there getting their haircuts & went to check on my son and take a picture of his hair and get the pic he showed her. Nick came out and asked what happened. I pointed at my son's hair and was telling him she messed it up pushed his hairline all the way back and I paid $100 for that? He was telling me he could try to fix it and I was telling him how can you fix a pushed back hair line? It's cut too much. I took a picture and told him this is a complete rip off for something that looked nothing like the photo and I was going to post this. This was the worst experience ever! Completely disgusted by the way they felt it was ok to still charge us for his cut when it looked nothing like the photo and she messed up his hairline. We have referred many people to this business also. I will NEVER go back here and will tell everyone what happened. Thank god my son's hair grows quickly, & he's good looking, cause this cut made him look like Frankenstein! Mios prices have increased as expected with inflation, but this place is def not worth the prices! Keep looking if you're considering Mios DO NOT GO TO MIOS! ESPECIALLY IF YOU ARE MIXED WITH TEXTURE HAIR!!! NICK WILL TELL YOU TO SEE ANOTHER BARBER THERE KNOWING THEY CANT CUT THAT TYPE OF HAIR, just so they can charge you crazy for bs cuts!!! DONT DO IT!!! read more

She was so patient and good with my son. He looks forward to his next hair cut with her.

Nick and Mio are the best team you could think of! I've been going to the same barber for 17 years, and I wanted something fresh, a different look, I gave her about half a year trying her best (I get my haircut every 10 to 14 days with her) and she still couldn't get me right. One of my friends always had such good hair, I asked him where he went and he recommended Mio's and to see Nick, and I did! He was able to get me exactly what I wanted in the first cut! The way he got me so good I never went back to my old barber! Because it looks so good I'm no longer rushing in every 10-14 days I now only go in every 2.5 weeks even longer cause it grows in so nice compared to my last barber that only had it look good in the few days after the cut. Mio has been so great and really gives the place a nice welcoming vibe. I brought my friend there too and both Mio and Nick made him feel at home! Highly recommend, book your appointments online cause they can get busy because they are that good! The appointment system is so easy! Thank you guys for your services! read more

Same day appointment, quality work. We have a hard time finding someone to cut my son's hair. Thanks Sonny.

Stopped by with my nephew for a quick haircut and his barber, Jonny, did a great job! We appreciate his efforts to get my nephew ready for fall break! read more

Amazing barber shop, always bring my son here to get a haircut. Nick takes care of him with a fresh cut and designs. read more

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Not a long wait. We just walked in and waited less than 5 minutes. Out in less than 20 mins. Thank you Nick for the quick service. $25 kids hair cuts!! Getting ready for a new school year. read more

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Mio is a lifesaver for our family with 4 boys, you know how often a haircut is needed. He's not only a great barber, but he's also incredibly fast, which is a huge plus when you have young kids. He gets them in and out of the chair with perfect, high quality fades every single time. His speed and excellent work are unmatched. Go see Mio! read more

The best of the best. The worker's vibe is really good their customers' service is very good. read more

MiO’s Designs Barbershop - My son loves his hair so much. He used to hate to cut his hair, but today, he really likes his hair. The customer service is very good. - Barbers Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Mio's barber is by far one of the most convenient baber shop out in kalihi Where someone with a busy schedule can go to for a nice fresh of haircut, how ever I hate to say that out of everyone working there who have been really great And never disappoint, the mom can't seems to follow specific instruction, I asked her for a Med skin Croptop she ended up gaving me Miliyary type of haircut for the second time..SMH read more

Male hair cut + Female Eyebrow wax Waxing did not induce flinching. Enjoyable experience Male Hair cut... AWESOME experience Both experiences went above and beyond the service name. Highly recommend read more

Mio did such an awesome job. She's personable and talented. This is the beginning of my grey blending era. read more

MiO’s Designs Barbershop - The beginning of my grey blending era. Mio did such an awesome job. She's personable and talented. - Barbers Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Been coming here for years. Always gets me right. Best place in town. Fades are top notch.

Best in the Island barber/salon! Very professional on what they do. Nick is passionate on what he does, his craft is unique and just let him know what you like and he will get it done. His fast and won't waste your time. Unlike order barbers taking 1hr to 45min to do the fades. read more

Best hair salon ever ! Nick always does an amazing job with his haircuts & service is always on point ! Love the new routine they have , getting a wash after a haircut to leave the salon clean and fresh ! Great job !! read more

Nick is awesome! Super friendly and accommodating. He's usually busy but it's easy to make an appointment with him. My 8yr old son (shown in picture) likes going to Nick because he gets the right cut/style all the time! We highly recommend read more

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Differently comeback for another haircut thanks to brother Nick nice clean professional read more

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We were in town visiting family when we were surprised with an Engagement Photoshoot. after the initial excitement, my Fiance started to panic, he needed a haircut. We called and Nick was able to squeeze us in at 6:30 PM. I want to be very clear, my finance is VERY picky about his hair. He does not let anyone but his barber of 7 years cut his hair but this was an emergency. The shop was spacious and clean, it had a ton of pictured haircut options to choose from, all of which were impressive. There was good music playing in the background and two other stylist in the shop. This calmed my fiance. After a 25 minute mid skin fade, line up, and beard line up, we were more than satisfied. My fiancé noted that he appreciated when Nick regularly blew hair from his face and washed his hair to rinse any loose hairs to have a better look. It really reflected Nick's attention to detail and experience. I absolutely recommend. read more

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I wouldn't recommend going to Mio to cut hair. I took my 3 boys and they did an unprofessional job.

I love my hair cut, color and the perm to make my hair get more volume. Mio and Camila, Karley did my hair. Great service and they have beautiful clean shop read more

MiO’s Designs Barbershop - I love my hair, good service - Barbers Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

BEST SALON & BARBERSHOP AROUND! Staff is extremely attentive and kind! The atmosphere is warm cozy and vibrant!!! They also can do literally anything you ask hair wise!!!! Highly recommend this!! read more

Quality friendly service, Great experience going there for the first time. Great vibe and close to home

The Owner of the shop totally disregarded all wishes for my hair. I asked for a layers. Thats it. She continues to cut my hair short and makes my bangs uneven. While i repeatedly told her to stop. and when i asked her to fix it. she said "Theres nothing i can do now." Well if you listened the first time and respected my wishes. I wouldnt complain. While calling me adorable and cute while im crying about my hair. Not one single person helped. I Would be expecting a full refund. you can contact me at 808-888-9958 read more

I am disappointed with my haircut. The fade was subpar and the execution was uneven, resulting in an unflattering appearance. I would not recommend this establishment for haircuts. Don't let the uncle or there Dad cut your hair! read more

They are to over exaggerated about how they are they best barber shop in 2024 in Oahu . There prices is over price especially if you book with nick for a kids hair cut no thank u other places is charging cheaper for better hair cuts read more

I've been going to this barbershop for 5 years now. They never fail me. I always go to see Nick. Service is awesome, and the ambiance is nice. Sometimes get long line but it shows you how good they are. read more

Mio's is the best so far who cut my hair. They have the best customer service. I definitely I going back to them again and again and again.

I haven't cut my hair for over a year and a half. I loved my old hair stylist but over the pass years prices went up. I found Mio thru instagram and the casual setting and haircuts caught my attention. I chopped off 6 inches and I'm glad I found her. I loved my haircut and I loved how down to earth she is. Thanks Mio! read more