It has been eight years since I was unfortunate enough to venture into Robert's salon to meet the rudest and obnoxious man ever. Obviously I never set foot in there again. Fast forward to July 2023. On the offchance, I stopped in at Fantastic Sams on Western Avenue (Park Western) in San Pedro hoping for a quick, simple trim. There was an ancient man at the cash register and the place was empty except for one stylist doing hair. I inquired about a trim and was told Roberto could help me. A very sullen, angry looking man appeared from the back and I immediately recognized him. This is obviously where this "professional, knowledgeable, important, know it all stylist has ended up. I said "no thank you" and hurried out. Dont bother with this Fantastic Sams. Crappy old receptionist and Roberto himself are waiting for you. read more

I went to Roberto this morning with my mother in law. My MIL needed color touch up on blonde color from her salon.. after stating that she probably does her hair herself at home and will need color correction for additional $80 (we had already purchased services through Groupon), I wasn't thrilled but I said OK.. When it came to my hair, as soon as I tried to emphasize that my hair is naturally very light and fine and that I was concerned about how my hair was going to be treated, Roberto seemed offended and started to talk to me with horrible attitude telling me that he has been doing hair for 30 years and talk to me like I was being unreasonable when I as concerned about bleach and how my hair would be colored.. He would not even let me finish a sentence.. just kept talking down to me like I didn't know what I was talking about and he ended it with saying that he will gladly do my mother in law's hair for he extra charge but said my hair was too risky and didn't even want to do it.. I would like to emphasize that my hair is long and fine but not damaged from frequent highlights or coloring (my last highlights were from year and a half ago! There was absolutely nothing "complicated" (as Roberto stated) about my hair.. Just long fine natural hair that hadn't had color in a while.. What bothered me the most however was not what he said (I just assumed he had to come up with some reason to add additional charge to the $75 Groupon price lol) BUT HOW he said it and HOW he was speaking to me.. He was interrupting me and talking down to me as if I was some dumb teenager that didn't know what she is talking about.. I am almost 40 years old and it was very embarrassing to be spoken to in that manner in front of my mother in law who was visiting from Europe.. I would definitely NOT recommend Roberto to anyone.. he just seemed to have a chip on his shoulder or some personal ego issue that definitely interfered with his ability to listen to and serve a client.. read more

Roberto's Hair Studio - Hair Salons Near Me - Torrance, California

I was seriously in need of a haircut and bought a groupon back in January 2017. Booked an appointment with Roberto and after showing him what length I wanted and style he went ahead and did his magic! I asked for 4 inches to be chopped off! It was time for a new change and summer haircut! I was very pleased with the turn out and had a great time conversing and learning about his life adventures! With over 30 yrs of experience in the salon industry I'm happy to recommend him to all my family and friends!! read more

Roberto's Hair Studio - Before and after of my haircut at #robertohairstudio - Hair Salons Near Me - Torrance, California

I walked away feeling meh about this place. I went in to get highlights for the first time ever. I've actually never dyed my hair period. Roberto told me to trust him, asked for an extra 20 dollars on top of the groupon, and began. I have naturally wavy dirty blonde hair so we discussed that I wanted a natural look. My hair is still straight because he blew it out at the end, but I am not happy with how "skunky" the highlights look. I will admit my hair is difficult because it has a natural ombre to it, and the highlights seem to blend in okay with my hair, but the scalp looks horrible. I am looking into what I can do to fix it but I just feel a little disappointed about the whole thing. That said Roberto is funny and sassy. There were a few times he got a little rowdy telling a story but he's definitely a hot blooded italian so don't take it personally. When I heard about all his training I was super excited to visit him but I walked away feeling a little cheated. Here are some pictures of what the top of my head looks like. I'm hoping it's not as noticeable when my hair goes back to wavy. read more

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Came in on a whim after deciding to cut my hair and after finding this salon on groupon, decided to try it out. The groupon was for a conditioning treatment, cut and style. Since I had already washed my hair, I only received a dry cut. I haven't had my hair cut in months so I needed to clean it up while still keeping it long. He gave me his recommendation and once I agreed, he began to cut. I must say I'm very happy with the results. He gave me a cut I've never tried before with choppy straight-ish ends. Looks great! Similar to the pic of the model he has up in his salon. I'll be back in again to maintain this style. read more

Roberto's Hair Studio - Clean and long - Hair Salons Near Me - Torrance, California

I walked in to Roberto's Salon with a groupon of shampoo, haircut, conditioning and hair color touch up. He did a fantastic job with shampoo, conditioning and haircut. My hair feels good. He didn't do color touch up though saying it wont look with my existing color and its more then a two inches. I will rather have to do full hair highlights for which he asked to pay extra $125 on my groupon coupon. What I paid in groupon for the service is high only for a haircut(which i got from Roberto), if it was full service(shampoo, haircut, conditioning and hair color touch up-for which i paid $49 in groupon) it would have been worth the price. He definitely knows what he's doing. I found Roberto soft spoken, his salon is good and I am happy with my hair. read more

Roberto's Hair Studio - After haircut and blow dry - Hair Salons Near Me - Torrance, California

I got a beautiful cut and partial highlights from here. Best salon I have been to and Roberto is so nice and funny! I will be coming back for sure all the way from Ventura County!! Thanks Roberto! read more

Roberto's Hair Studio - Roberto and I after hair was done! - Hair Salons Near Me - Torrance, California

Roberto - the owner gave me a complete hair makeover. I went in the night before and he gave me his recommendations. I went in first thing the next morning looking one way and walked out of the salon 3 hours later looking like a totally different lady. I was very impressed. Roberto is friendly and made time pass quickly. The salon is nicely decorated and very clean. The price was excellent and I was able to get the Groupon special for my base color and full highlights. I definitely recommend Roberto to anyone who wants a hairdresser who knows what he is doing. Thanks Roberto! read more

Roberto's Hair Studio - Before photo. - Hair Salons Near Me - Torrance, California

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Roberto is amazing! He is so nice and new what to do with my damaged hair! I got highlights and a cut .. my hair feels so amazing and soft!! Definitely recommend going to Roberto he is awesome and will go over with you what needs to be done to make you look fabulous and have healthy hair ! read more

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To be honest, I'm not sure what to say about Roberto. This is my experience and I ask that you take it with a grain of salt because it seems like other people have had good experiences. I purchased a groupon for $69 for cut, style, and highlights. When I arrived, he said that because I had a lot of hair and my hair was very long, it would be another $125. This means I spent a total of $194 plus a $30 tip. Initially, I figured I will pay more if he was as great as he claimed to be. I wanted to be blonde and he suggested red highlights. I agreed and tried it. My highlights came out choppy and did not mix in well with the current highlights I had. I have a huge streak of blonde on the front of my head from my previous highlights and it just looks out of place. My haircut wasn't even that great either. I feel like he just cut across and didn't even layer my hair. He said he would give me long bangs but I see no bangs on my head. Also, his blow-dry job was not up-to-par with his self-proclaimed experience. After half a day, my hair looked flat again. I always have my hair blow-dried after my hair appointments and not once did the hair fall flat within a day. I'm giving him 2-stars instead of 1-star because he's a nice (but sassy) guy and has good intentions but it's not a 4 or 5 stars because the salon itself doesn't feel like a luxury salon and looks like it needs a renovation. Maybe I'm not well-versed in this field (and definitely not a professional in the salon world) but for over $200, I could have gone to another and more well-established salon. I wasn't very impressed with the services I received. I was too nice to say something and I'm pretty sure if I had said something, he would have given me sass. I definitely would not go back to have him fix the mistake because he thought my hair looked amazing. I also have never left a salon so soon. Usually, my highlights take about 3 hours or more because I have thick, Asian hair that is pretty long. I left his salon 2.5 hours later. I went home and literally cried after looking in the mirror because I felt like I was swindled out of my $200. I have never had such low self-esteem coming out of a salon before. My red highlights definitely look way out of place with my blonde highlights. He says that he has had salons in New York and all over the country and claims to be very successful so I trusted him and decided to pay over $200 for my highlights and cut. Turns out, I should have just gone to my regular girl. Also, I think it is just not my cup of tea when my hairdresser smells like cigarettes. read more

This guy could not be ruder, if he wanted to. The salon is falling apart. He is cranky and complained about everything and every where. He did not honor the Groupon which had partial highlight included and kept enforcing his own opinion rather than listening to what his customer (me) wanted as a hair style. It will take a long while for my hair to get back to what I wanted because he cut my hair the way he wanted and not what I asked for. This was the most unpleasant hair stylist that I have ever met and I really hope he leaves Torrance that he stated he hates so badly. Ladies, please do not go here if you value your own opinion and do not want a long lecture about this guy's expertise in hair cutting. He needs medication to calm down and be nice and cordial. Horrid. read more

I walked in because of a groupon. I wanted light highlights he said red ones would go with me . He was judging my hair and how it will look tacky is I went light that Latinas should not go light . He even said he will not do a $150 job for $30 that people always want groupon and that he will not do my hair the next time if I want groupon. I'm so glad I did not do my hair there. I went to rumba hair studio in which I paid $99 for highlights color n style and I love my hair . I don't recommend this place with groupon go somewhere else read more

I came here to get my full highlights with a haircut and shampoo. Had the groupon deal and made my apt for the same day. Was slightly hesitant since I was using the groupon, but boy Roberto did a great job. My hair was long and dead at the ends with a blondish ombré (I'm Asian, so didn't look the greatest). He suggested a reddish tint to compliment my skin. I pretty much put my faith in him since he is the pro. The end result was a perfect lighter brown. Matched my skin tone, looks natural, and is so much healthier. He did an a+ job. Many places that use groupon do a lower quality job, but Roberto did the work he would normally perform in hopes to gain you as a regular customer. He also uses the best quality products on your hair (dye, shampoo, etc) He is a funny guy and was easy to talk to. Says what's on his mind, but I appreciate that from a person. I will definitely be back. Love my hair. read more

I recently moved and was looking for a new hair salon as I get highlights and a cut every few months. I purchased the Groupon for full highlights with haircut and I am extremely pleased with the results. The haircut is probably the best cut I have had in years! I liked his advice and definitely believe that he knows what he is doing. My highlights still look good, even after a couple months, but I am getting ready to go back for a visit. He even trimmed my little girls bangs while we were there. She loved it! I highly recommend Roberto and trust him with my hair! read more

I found this place through Groupon and thought I'd take a chance. I was able to schedule a haircut and highlight the day before, so that was really nice! The salon is nothin fancy, but is clean and Roberto is the only stylist. He has no qualms about letting you know how damaged your hair is and how it's not taken care of. He definitely knows what he's doing and overall, was happy with my hair and my Groupon purchase. read more

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Roberto - the owner - made my hair so pretty!! He was trained in London by Vidal Sassoon's team and then worked in Italy, France and New York! The salon is basic but for the prices it is decent. It is very clean. I asked for a flat iron but he advised me to let him blow dry - it was better for my hair (I knew that but didn't think it would look as good). Boy was I wrong!! He is an expert Beverly Hills style hairdresser for a tenth of the price!! I highly recommend him! read more

Roberto is amazing! My hair was "dead"and had no bounce to it at all. After a shampoo and a fantastic haircut my hair is like a brand new head of hair! I always use a hair straightener and he was able to get my hair silky straight with a blow dryer! So impressed. Will definitely be coming back! Thank you! read more

Roberto's Hair Studio - Silky smooth straight hair! He only used a blow dryer. Amazing! - Hair Salons Near Me - Torrance, California

Today I had the pleasure of Mr Roberto services of doing a color correction and highlighting, and cut. I'm very satisfied of his Quality and his Experience in this Business, He was comfortable to chat with and to get to know. I will be returning for touch-ups and and other services I need. Please do what I did, go see him in person so he can see your hair and to see how he can help you. By all means his prices are so worth my time. Thank you so much,, See you soon read more

Roberto's Hair Studio - Today - Hair Salons Near Me - Torrance, California

For my first time with Roberto I have to say he did a great job ! I've had damage blonde hair for a while and he worked magic, I recommend ladies to try him out :) He's also very friendly and makes you comfortable enough to trust him with your hair. Great prices as well ! read more

While I believe that Mr Roberto has good intentions.....he can be so pushy and brusque in his mannerisms that after my last visit......I have decided to NEVER return. He says he is recommending something when in actuality, he is bullying you into listening to him. He is extremely aggressive in getting you to do what HE WANTS for your hair....not what you want! While his prices are reasonable and his haircuts are decent.....I come out of the salon a bundle of nerves because I have been getting lectured for 2 hrs about why I screwed up my hair somewhere else. Then he will literally shove his line of products down your throat....raising his voice at me and waving a pair of shears in anger.......when I said I'd like to think about it before buying his shampoos. BEWARE.....this guy is a nightmare! read more

Roberto was awesome! Very professional and friendly. Has years of experience and it shows from my haircut and highlights. He also gave great tips on how to care for my hair. Highly recommend going to him!! read more

Roberto's Hair Studio - Before pic - Hair Salons Near Me - Torrance, California

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Excellent service and expertise... Roberto is a skilled artist and I recommend his talents highly!! read more

Roberto's Hair Studio - Roberto is an artist... He saved my hair... - Hair Salons Near Me - Torrance, California

It had been over a year since I had gone to a professional salon. To say the least my bottle blonde hair had a bit of a green tint as I walked into the salon. Roberto actually came in on a Sunday as I sounded desperate! It was such an amazing experience! I actually felt 10 years younger when he finished (for me that's a lot of years). I would absolutely recommend Robertos Hair Studio to my friends and family! Thank you Roberto!!! read more

Roberto's Hair Studio - Before and after!Granted before was a little less light but my bottle blonde self got to his salon with a hint of green! - Hair Salons Near Me - Torrance, California

My first time and last time I walked away feeling meh about this place l had made an appointment to see Roberto "a specialist colorist", Not only was he not friendly, or welcoming I was directed to sit on his chair you would think he would introduce himself he did not because of his mannerism it made me very uncomfortable to even speak I was allowed to say very little before he interrupted and said "I have to do 4 strand tests". When finally he came to check the strands his response was "Are you doing a wash and set"? I was confused because I went there for a color which at that point I asked him "What about the color"? Rudely his response was "I cannot do it today because it would take 6-7 hours beside your hair has many different colors" and "supposedly" damaged but yet if l want him to work on my hair it's going to cost $900 and that just for the first time and l have to do a whole process for about 6 month l could just imagine how much more that was gonna cost me l decided to have them shampoo the hair because l still had bleach on my hair but l refused to have them set or blow my hair l just wrap it in a bun l had ask Roberto for a recommendation of a conditional he recommended his brand 120 by the time l got to the register he was sitting on a chair he Mumble something to the cashier she didn't say anything but just took her hand out for my credit card I was already so disgusted with the whole situation I gave her my card And when I turned around to say thank because I do have manners he was gone not even a goodbye thank you nothing not professional at all at that point l just wanted out of that dingy place for the almost of money he charges that place shouldn't be so broken down beside having his two dogs there that by state board of cosmetology and the board of consumer affair have specify rules and regulations stating that no animal are allowed in a salon at any time with the Acception of a trained animal to assist the hearing impairment ,visually impairment,or the. Physically disabled which they were not those kind of dogs these were very small dogs other then that I got to my car I look at my receive and I was Charge 179 in change unbelievable an extra 60 for his so called consultation that's what I'm thinking but never again l wish l had read some of the reviews before going to that shop what a Disappointment in a waste of time. read more

Warning stay away! I bought a groupon here a while ago and came in to redeem it. Looking around the decor and fixtures were very outdated. I sat in the waiting area as he gave another customer a consultation right out in the open not even in a chair. Very unprofessional! He asked her if she got her own bangs and told her she needs to stop because they are horrendous! That was pretty rude. Then it was my turn. I told him what I wanted and he told me I didn't know what I was talking about and became very aggressive with me. I just bit my tongue and walked out as there was plenty more I wanted to say. I called groupon and told them about my experience and they had no problem refunding me. read more

He was bragging that he was trained in London and worked in Italy, France, New York, Beverly Hills, etc...should have asked for a proof. I hate my haircut, I will need to go to my regular salon to have it redone! I only tried him because of the groupon offer...big mistake, I will never go back! He offered me his hair products and so I purchased them then I checked online to compare prices to find out that his are way too expensive (priced about 50% more) than the leading hair product stores! And he smokes so if you're sensitive with cigarettes smells, he definitely is not your hairdresser. read more

Found this place through Groupon and I am absolutely pleased with how my hair turned out. I didn't dye my hair or anything, but he really took the time to make sure my cut is how I want it to be. He gave me advice on how to make sure my hair is healthy, but didn't try to sell me anything. Definitely going back! read more

Roberto is not just someone who cuts hair, he is an artist. He might be a little tempermental, but his number 1 goal is to make you look beautiful. And in my experience, he succeeded! read more

Roberto is super knowledgeable and skilled. He did my cut and lowlights. He had a lot of great suggestions for style and for hair care as well. He recommended specific shampoo and conditioner. Best of all he was friendly and I walked out looking and feeling fabulous. I will definitely go there again. In fact, let me call right now for my next apt. read more

I took my 16 year old daughter in for a consultation/trim for back to school.We used Groupon.Roberto was very helpful in his recommendation of type of cut and NOT getting highlights for her already gorgeous thick hair. I respected his expertise and opinion, and my daughter's hair turned out natural and beautiful.She was very happy & confident with it. I've been blonde my whole life, but he recommended a color for my hair that would be more natural and better complement my hair and eyes, not to mention repair the damage. I made appointment for the next day. We had a great visit and laughed a lot while he did my hair...I have received SOOO many complements on my new color and style and I really do love it. I let him do his professional work and boy did he deliver! He is very skilled, and if you let him "do his thing" and be open minded you will be stoked!! I appreciated his humor and candor as well .My family and I will be going to Roberto from now on! read more

I stumbled upon a treasure coming to Roberto' Hair Studio. I must admit I found him through Groupon, and I was a little nervous because you never know what you will get. But wow -- I'm so glad I went to him. I move a lot and have been to so many stylists, and I've never had a better haircut or a more pleasant experience. Not only does Roberto know what he's doing with hair, but he's a gem to chat with too. By the end of the appointment my friend and I were joking with him like we've all known each other for years. Maybe it's because of his 25+ years of experience working in and owning salons all over the US and Europe, or maybe it's just his gregarious nature, but Roberto knows the true meaning of the salon experience. It's not something you do just to get a new look -- it's a beauty ritual. Not to mention, my hair looks amazing! I can't believe I found him just browsing through Groupon. He is now my permanent stylist, and I can't wait to go back. read more

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Very RUDE!! Called people CHEAP! Charged me extra $25.00 for styling my hair after I had bought a Groupon.

I went to Roberto's for a hair cut. He was tactless, critical and egocentric. Obviously Trying to sell his products by putting down any product I currently use. He gave me a 10 minutes mediocre haircut. Did not shampoo or style my hair and had the guts to charge $50.00 for it!very disappointing. read more

Roberto was fantastic. I seriously regret not taking my before/after photo. I felt very comfortable, we got along very well, & I walked out feeling like a million dollars. My hair was straight/silky smooth & he didn't use a flat iron. He used great product for color, condition, and highlights. I will definitely book another appt. read more

Great place, good prices. Roberto is very good in what he does.

Initially I knew what had to be done...to chop off my hair. I also wanted highlights. I'm Italian and Spanish so Robertos sass and accent had me laughing and felt very homey. My hair got cut color corrected and highlighted and still feels super healthy. The products he used weren't that expensive as i thought they would be but made all the difference and still do. Only negatron was it took longer than I had anticipated . my hair is now cute shorter length but it has grown freakishly longer since only a week ago. :O I'm excited to get my long hair back healthy and pretty:) love ya Roberto!! New hair dresser. read more

I was so impressed with Roberto's work and I love the cut and style he did for me! He recommended some great products that are really helping my hair and I am so excited to go back for color. read more

Roberto is a great hairstylist! New exactly what to do with my hair. The guy is great at what he does and I'm happy to recommend him to anyone of my friends or family members. read more

Don't do it. He will try and make you purchase all kinds of additional services and products. Cocky and arrogant. Do NOT buy the Groupon. He won't honor it. read more

Horrible service, I never write yelp reviews so you can imagine how terrible service was. He was extremely rude and me feel very uncomfortable read more