Best location, if you take the R train you are two blocks away. Super easy, right on 62nd street. No need to buzz in, the door is open, go up to the second floor. As soon as you come off the elevator you are in the big beautiful salon. Its screams New York City. I loved it! I love the positive energy and how happy and friendly everyone is there. The best place ever! I've been living in New York City for 14 years now and I'm telling you no one cuts hair better than Ken Cranford. I have curly hair and I do love to straighten it and put curls at the end. Everytime I get my hair cut by Ken people will stop me on the streets and ask who cut my hair? Now it's very important I'm leaving this review to let women of color with all curly hair types who to go see. I've been to a few other places who so call specialize in curly hair but no. KEN CRANFORD is the man to go see if you want your beautiful curls to stay beautiful. If Ken is not there you better book with Cassondra. Want fabulous wash and blow out, you must see Cassondra, don't get it twisted she cuts hair too. So if you are in the city with any kind of curly texture hair and you need to see someone, I just gave you two of the best people to see in all of NYC. read more

Best salon in NYC- from the moment you walk in you know it's a special gem- entire staff so friendly + professional and great customer service. The best haircut of my life by Stephen himself which grows out looking somehow even better & healthier each time. My blonde hi-lights by Nikolay have never looked so good - rich with depth and shine. Always worthwhile iconic NYC experience and highly recommend. read more

Had a haircut for the very first time this week. I had been recommended by two people who both have amazing hair, including their kids! Service via phone was awesome! They have amazing hours and were very accommodating. Service upon entrance was great. I was taken in immediately and was seen and cut by Ramona. She was lovely, sweet, honest, attentive and gave me a lot of advice. I am confident that my hair will start to look much better with continued visits to Ramona. My ONLY negative comment is that the salon DOES NOT accept AMEX nor are you able to add tip to the credit card. For a business that charges about 165$ for a trim, they should TOTALLY accept AMEX! AND allow tips on credit because who carries enough cash to tip the stylist and the stylists assistance? Again, had a great experience. Would totally love to get color there but am scared of the prices (). I may try color sometime in the future but for now I will only stick to cuting and styling by Ramona. Definitely a must try!!! read more

I have been getting my haircut with Ramona Azcona since I can remember. She has styled my, my three sister's and my mother's hair for bat-mitzvahs, proms and now weddings! We trust her with cutting and "beautifying" 5 very particular womens' hair; I am not sure how many people could take on such a task. Ramona has been with me personally through my frustrating lack of hair growth. She applied extensions that lasted for months routinely for about two years and afterwards helped me grow out my hair without the extensions. My hair is now longer than ever and it is all due to Ramona's advice and routine cuts! Not only is Ramona a fabulous hairstylist, but she also has become a dear friend. I recommend her highly to anyone considering visiting Stephen Knoll for a haircut, blowout or extensions. read more

I have been a client of Ramona Azcona at the salon for many years. She has been absolutely phenomenal with caring for my hair. The first time I went to her, my hair was dry and damaged. She brought my hair back to life! My hair is so healthy, shiny and with so much volume now. Throughout the years, I have had a variety of hair cuts with Ramona from having bangs to layers. Ramona's hair cuts are always the best. I always get compliments on my hair after seeing her. If you are looking for an extremely talented hair stylist, you have to make an appointment with Ramona. You will not be disappointed! read more

WOW!!!! Ramona Azcona is a BEAST at what she does. Scalp Micropigementation is the BEST. THING. EVER! I've had thinning hair since my mid to late 20's. Ive been so self conscience about my bald spots, that I've tried every imaginable product out there. Like Rogaine, hair vitamins, Tail and Mane shampoo, color sprays and powders. I've even crushed BC pills to put in the shampoo (old wives tale) and nothing has ever worked until now. Ramona fills in the hair follicle and the baldness or patchy areas are not so obvious ~ My hair LOOKS AMAZING! Please go and see Ramona, you will not be disappointed! She will walk you through the process and you will be amazed at the results! read more

This salon is truly a gem! It has such a great vibe and aesthetic, and the entire team is beyond lovely. A must-visit in NYC for premier cuts, styling, and treatments. The products in the Stephen Knoll New York hair care and styling range are also one-of-a-kind - highly recommend!! They leave your hair silky smooth and easy to style without feeling weighed down whatsoever. read more

Honestly, I don't know what these other reviews are talking about. I go here for my hair cuts, specifically to see Ramona. Ramona is amazing and always makes me look absolutely fabulous! I can't say much about the other stylists as she is the only one I've used. I've never felt rushed, I've never noticed people running around like chickens with their heads cut off, and I've always had excellent service from everyone on staff. I definitely recommend this place, but most-specifically, I definitely recommend Ramona! read more

I was greeted at the reception area with all smiles, then to the coat check more smiles, then went to the shampoo / conditioning room where I was greeted by Ramona Azcona's assistance which was an absolute doll. Ramona was very sweet, kind, loving, and was right on point with my hair. She knew what I wanted before I even expressed it. I had a trim & blow dry in soft curls. I had an amazing experience, and will be back very soon! I recommend this salon hands down, anytime! You'll love it, I loved it, it's a cool place! Best wishes, Vickiana Arias read more

Beautiful salon. Great staff and hairstylists. Ramona is absolutely fabulous, she'll give you a style that suits your face and your hair will grow with more volume and shine. You won't be disappointed!!! read more

While I haven't been here in a while due to moving out if state....I used to come here about 3 times a year for years to get my hair highlighted and cut. I highly recommend Anthony for color he is excellent and for a cut I would recommend Michael I always left happy with my look! They are expensive but you get what you pay for! read more

I come to NYC every month from CA, and for the last 18 months, have found this salon to be the refuge from bad hair! Liliana in particular, is wonderful, listens, and produces perfect blowouts every time. The salon runs on time, there is NO attitude, it is clean and polished, and you as a client are treated as the only one in the salon. No pressure at all for other services as I only have my hair colored and cut in LA. Service is excellent. I am very particular, so I have no idea what the negative reviews are about. I have observed others there; we are one happy clientele. read more

I've been coming to this Salon for 10+ years and I always feel like a Million bucks after. Ramona is a hair genius. She is knowledgeable, aware of all the newest hair trends and products, and has helped my hair become beautiful and healthy. If you are looking for an amazing stylist and a salon that knows what service is all about, you've found it! read more

Ramona is the absolute best hairstylist! Extremely professional and most importantly fast and great quality work. She's good when I moved to San Francisco I flew back every 3 months just to get in her chair for trims and color touch ups. She's exceptional. The salon over all is clean and professional. If you are visiting this salon Ramona is worth the wait - call ahead because she books quickly! read more

I've been seeing Ramona for over 10 years now. I have long, thick hair and Ramona knows just how to work with it. She is a true professional and a master at what she does. Honestly I've made the mistake of going to other people in the past for convenience but I always regret it big time. She's the only person I'll let touch my hair now. I was lucky enough to have Ramona by my side on my wedding day and she did a fabulous job for both me and my mom. Hair was perfect for the entire day / night! We are so grateful...She's now a friend for life. read more

I give Stephen Knoll Salon a solid 5 stars! The staff is friendly, the hospitality is great but their ALLSTAR RAMONA...aka MAGIC HANDS is the reason why I continue to go back. She's a phenomenal stylist that knows exactly what your hair needs. I rock a pretty complicated head of curly hair and it can be difficult for many stylist to deal with but Ramona knows exactly how to cut it, treat it and style it. Not only does she keep my hair happy and healthy, she is always on time with appointments, consistent with her work and (an extra bonus), she is super friendly and pleasant. I've recommended her to many friends and will continue to do so. read more

I have been a client of Ramona Azcona at the Stephen Knoll salon for almost 6 years . I started seeing her after my hair was breaking/falling out excessively from chemical over processing and over heating .From the first visit upon meeting her she was amazing ! She literally nursed my hair back to health with in the first couple of months! Not only did my hair stop breaking , it was growing and actually shiny ! I went from hating my hair and salons to loving it and having it cut and styled frequently . I even ended up getting individually placed hair extensions and when she removed them my hair did NOT fall out ! If you are looking for a stylist that not only will keep your hair styled and looking fabulous but also nourish your hair Ramona is the stylist for you ! read more

I have been seeing Ramona for almost a year now, when I first started seeing her my hair was dry, damaged and dull! Here we are several cuts later and I feel she has brought my hair back to a new level of FABULOUS! Its shiny and voluminous. Not only does she style you to compliment your face but she is super helpful with tips on what to do on your own to avoid breakage and burning! She's vivacious, talented, punctual, down right AMAZING! I recommend her to all my friends and any one who asks why my hair looks so great! She's my hair Guru! read more

I tried this salon for the first time to get my hair straightened using a Brazilian technique. The staff was cordial but the place itself just seemed rather impersonal, too big, with an assembly line of people doing a specialized task. I've outgrown my phase of wanting to straighten the hell out of my wavy hair, but I desperately wanted to rock pin-straight hair then. At best, the straightening procedure got the frizz out, but for that much money, I expected a lot more. Also, after straightening my hair, the stylist tried to convince me that I needed a cut. Maybe I did, but that type of overselling seems cheap to me. read more

Excellent service! Got my color by David & cut & styled by Ramona. Love love love my hair,

I know Steven since he started in the beauty business. He is Tops in my opinion. Keep up the good work old buddy. Rudy Ruffo read more

If you're looking for a wedding hair stylist - book Ramona Azcona!!!! Ramona did my hair for my wedding, as well my entire bridal party. Our hair lasted the entire day (from 2pm when she finished us for pictures, until 1am when the after party ended). I was so nervous that my hair wouldn't last because it usually gets super curly/frizzy from sweating while dancing - but it seriously looked exactly the same as when she finished it. I also ordered my extensions through Ramona which were a perfect match. She's also super quick and efficient - everyone's hair was done so fast but again, looked flawless. I'm going to use Ramona whenever I have a friend's wedding, gala, etc. because I know my hair will look perfect!!! read more

I like the staff here except for the front desk-every time I call, which is a number of years now, they ask for what type of hair coloring I am receiving and what is my telephone number. This last time the staff member became rude when I complained they do not have a record of my treatment. I asked why they don't have computerized records. Found out they are not computerized! How can a supposedly top salon operate today without computers! How old-fashioned can you be?? read more

This is a combined review of this salon. My color was done by Nicolay. I asked him not to make my single process any darker then my hair was at the time I saw him. It turns out that he made it 2 shades darker and I was horrified. I was also scheduled to have highlights with him. I decided to go ahead and have them done because as the hair was sooo dark the highligts would probably lighten it up. I asked him not to give me pin stripe highlights. I wanted the highlights to be slightly chunky. Well he ignored me and gave me even pin striped highlights - I look like a flag. He told me he would give me the brow formula so that I could do it at home. Bottom line - when I went to the cashier she handed me a bottle of color for the brows and wanted me to actually pay for it. I told her to keep it. I would never recommend this colorist. On the otherhand I had my haircut by Kenneth T. I showed him a photo of the cut and he turned out the most fantastic haircut which made my day. So the stars are only two because I would have given the colorist a 0 if I could and Kenneth a 5+ I intend to return to this salon for haircuts, but am searchng for a competent colorist. The salon is not upgraded - it looks like 1960's. Most of the staff is older. read more

I've been coming here for now 7years and I see Ramona Azcona I just love her she works miracles on my hair!! I have super curly dry hair and she just knows how to work her magic and give me a shinny bouncy blow dry leaving me feeling Fabulous!!! Her hands are just magical from the hair cut she give to the blow dries. Everyone I been to in the past cuts my hair and then it would never grows... but with Ramona she trims my hair and in 3 months I have to go back for another trim. I just love that she is a stylist who can work with any type of hair and make you feel fab after she done!!! read more

I have been a client of Ramona Azcona for almost 10 years, there is no one i trust more to treat my often difficult to manage hair. When ever i have wanted to try some thing different or "adventurous" Ramona has walked me through the process, after care and maintenance and given me the confidence to go for it. This happened recently when i chose to shave the side of my head, after careful debate and consideration, it was a hair consultation with Ramona that convinced me, she explained what the growing out process would eventually be like, explained how often i would need to cut it, gave me hairstyle options i could try and showed me how to maintain the volume and shine that i love. i went for it and i have never felt like a cut matches my personality more than this. She is the best at finding the perfect look for you and i always leave her chair feeling absolutely beautiful. Ive recommended her countless times and do so once more with full confidence that you to will love the experience. read more

Been getting my hair done by Ramona for a few years now..started going to her at a time my hair was falling out a lot and very dry.. Now Im constantly getting compliments on my hair.. And it looks amazing but it's nothing compared to how healthy it feels.. i honestly trust no one else ...I tell her all the time she has magic hands! read more

How much do I love Ramona!!! She's the best and I always leave the salon looking fabulous! Thank you Ramona Azcona for keeping my hair healthy and beautiful! @ramona_stylist read more

Ramona Azcona was recommended to me by a friend a few years ago and I have seen a tremendous difference in my hair since I've been going to her. She cuts my hair in a way that is perfectly proportioned for me, easy to maintain, and naturally dries looking great without having to put forth much effort. She now cuts my two young daughters' hair, and in addition to also giving them fabulous haircuts, she's been a wonderful resource in teaching me a routine and what products to use that will keep their hair healthy and well maintained. I highly recommend Ramona! read more

Ramona Azcona did my hair and my mom's hair for my wedding this weekend. I cannot begin to tell you how amazing she was. I put all my trust in her and she delivered perfectly. My hair lasted the WHOLE day (even into the next day), and looked amazing in pictures. She was also so fun to spend the day with. Thank you for everything, Ramona!! Linda and I love you!!!!!!! read more

Came in to the city just to see Ramona! Brought my two year old with me and we were both SO happy. She did an amazing job on my hair and my little one was so excited to get her hair done too. Again I can't stress enough how satisfied and happy we are with our hair! Because of Ramona my little ones hair is finally growing as it should. Ramona is our go to!! read more

Ramona Azcona is incredible! She is the only person I have trusted with my hair in over 15 years. No matter what Ramona does, the style lasts and grows out perfectly. Compliments everywhere I go, all around!! She is also has exceptional expertise in Keratin treatments. My hair has never been better! read more

I have been coming to Stephen Knoll Salon for many years and think it is the best. Ramona Azcona has been cutting /styling my hair for years and she is amazing. People are forever asking me, "Who does your hair"? She's on time, fast and always honest and creative with suggestions that work for your real life. I trust her totally. The salon itself is super organized and professional. Joey also has done my color for years and is incredible. I highly recommend these stylists and the salon for your "forever" hair place. read more

Staff is so nice. Got color by David and he is phenomenal! I would highly recommend him and his assistant Hermine. What talent and great personalities!!! So glad I walked into this salon! read more

I have been getting my hair cut by Ramona for a few years now and I couldn't be happier. I can honestly say that my hair never looked so good. I am a low maintenance kind of girl so I need a cut that can make me look good even if I don't blow it out every day. I can't believe how good my hair looks without having to do anything. She has a way of layering my long hair so that it looks styled no matter what I do to it. I'm impressed. And Ramona's personality is straightforward and real so she's a pleasure to talk to and deal with. She is the best! read more

I visited Stephen Knoll salon on a Gilt City certificate and was sooooo pleased and impressed with the service I received. I know some places can be a little snotty to coupon/voucher customers but this was not the case here. The front desk staff was warm and welcoming; I arrived right on time and was offered a beverage and then seen immediately by Gina who did an amazing brow-shaping while engaging me in gracious and intelligent chit-chat - I was then seen briskly, but not brusquely, over to Ken and Kay who were so funny and delightful and engaging that I didn't even realize until they were done what a really splendid job they did shampooing and transforming my frizzy awful hair into silky, shiny, bouncy, cascading locks. On my way out, the front desk staff showered me with compliments on my "new look" while filling up a shopping bag with complementary full-size hair potions (which wasn't even listed on my certificate as part of the package!). I also really liked that there was no pressure on me at any time to add services to my visit, or to consider coming back for further expensive treatments. read more

This review is for Ramona, she rocks, excellent, excellent. I agree with the other two reviews as far as the overall vibe of the salon, but Ramona really is great. They have a website under stephenknoll.com read more

I went here for the first time today. What great service, friendly staff and an all-around great experience. Sandra was amazing. She listened to my questions and answered them professionally and with the utmost respect! read more

Just recently cut my hair with Ken Cranford. He is not only a great hairstylist but he was able to determine what hairstyle best suited my face and hair. He was so kind to spend the time consulting with me before my hair was shampooed. We discussed my options and then he worked his "magic"! I am so pleased with my new updated style! I would recommend him to everyone I know. I already scheduled my next cut, six weeks from now. read more

worst haircut ever... if i could give a minus star i would. Went to Ramona. I thought when we were talking she knew what she was doing, but cut my hair more into the way it was already looking bad and just the opposite of what she talked about, as well as cutting 3 more inches off than i wanted. read more