Looking to cut the long hair and get back to stylish hair. Courtnie had the patience and great vision to get me back into shape. Thank you so much. Very convenient with online appointments. Thanks again. read more

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Love this place! Great haircut every time. Mabel is the best! I spent too long going to retail, chain stores and I got what I paid for. Yes, this is a little more expensive than the others, but well worth it (and it's really not that expensive). My only complaint is that it took me too long to find it :) Thank you, Chicago Buzz! read more

Thank you, Mabel, for always knowing how to cut my hair just the way I love !! I not only appreciate it when it's freshly cut, but also how the cut grows out, a rare combination to find! Stay beautiful, inside and out read more

The Chicago Buzz - Hair Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I've had my hair cut here for the last year! Always prompt with appointments. I believe I've waited once for 3-4 minutes. The atmosphere is pleasant and the conversation is always good. They clean each work station between hair cuts. Very convenient and easy to make on-line appointments. Price is very reasonable for the city. Highly recommend read more

Called at 11:15 am and was able to be seated at 12:30 pm appointment with Dot the same day. Dot was amazing!!!!! She listened to what I wanted and I had the best haircut that I have had possibly ever! What I like is that each hairdresser washes, cuts, and blow dries your hair and you pay them directly! Thanks Dot! Will be returning in the future. FYI: *$10.00 off for new clients on only the first visit. Women's wash, cut, and blow dry is normally $60.00 as listed on their web site for return clients. * Walk-ins are welcome. * Cool art decorates the salon and it is for sale by the artist..all work is modern art. * Free combs, mints, and other goodies. * No pressure to buy salon products. read more

Here's an update to my last review; I didn't notice my husband got a haircut for 8 days. Chicago Buzz contacted me privately after my review, and asked if they could have a chance to cut my husbands hair again, at no charge. That is their written policy on the website, if you're not happy, they'll do the next cut free. So, we discussed if it was worth it, and figured they were really polite about responding to the criticism, as well as it wouldn't cost him anything for a second chance. We figured why not, it couldn't be worse, but 2 1/2 months past before his hair was long enough to be ready for his next cut. Today I said "Honey, are you ever going to get that haircut?", to which he responded, "I did last week". I think that everyone involved was afraid of cutting it too short, so in the end, it didn't look much different. But, after I looked harder, I did notice it was more textured. I'm upgrading the review to a 3 star review. Chicago Buzz tried to make things right, but I just don't think they're a good match. read more

You have to love a salon that makes you feel like a big shot. When I pay $38 for a haircut it feels like I am wearing a Rolex and drinking Fiji water. Only way this place could improve would be to charge $48. Then I would feel so much more hip. read more

I have been going to The Chicago Buzz for 6+ months now to get a haircut from Brittany, and I would definitely recommend her. She is very personable and always does a great job cutting my hair. It is great to be able to get my hair cut during the lunch hour at work and have some enjoyable conversation as well. Overall it is definitely worth it to pay a little extra to have someone nice who knows what they are doing cut your hair. Plus, their online reservation system is incredibly easy and very convenient. read more

Ali has the magic touch. I have now had a handful of cuts by Ali and I am 100% satisfied. She listens perfectly to the look I am going for and is always on point. It's as if she has known me for my whole life. Every time I leave the shop I get compliments on my cut. Thank you Ali! read more

Love this place, across from my dentist Dr. S at Chicago Smiles and my work. Very convenient, hair cuts a little pricey but worth it. Quick and always have a good cut. Have had many of the different stylists in there and all are decent, even the guy who looks like Bon Jovi! Lata read more

When someone says "I don't want it short" and they only have approximately 2 inches of hair, that shouldn't suggest for you to cut 1 1/4 inches off. Regret stepping foot in here. Walked in at 8:30 when they open and they told me to come back in an hour when the first stylist would show up. Also, when you cut my hair too short, and it starts spiking up - don't try to sell me your product to help "texturize it". Save your bs for your mother. If you followed _simple_ instructions, my hair wouldn't be spiking up. I never write reviews. This place really set me off. First and last time here, definitely, without a doubt. Will go out of my way to recommend against this place. read more

I love this place. Usually I can make an appointment with my stylist Mabel right away. Very accommodating. She does a great job and we also have nice chats too! read more

Come here every 5 weeks to get the ears lowered. Not inexpensive, but not too bad. I always was a Great Clips guy for a while, but when I got my hair cut here, my wife said I have to keep going. I do. And I like the cut, can usually get in same-day, and have found some hair cutters I really like. I keep going back for a reason! read more

Love the location and convenience! I followed Kathleen here from her previous location(closed) and I am so glad she landed here. Great products, clean place, reasonable prices and it has a chill vibe to it. Kathleen is phenomenal! Shes been cutting my hair for a couple years and never disappoints. She is great with any guy cuts and is also extremely personable and friendly. Def would recommend! read more

I've been a client of Kathleen's around 5 years, following her as she moved from a couple of other salons. I'm always happy with her work following my monthly visit! The salon itself is clean and comfortable! read more

$40 for a 6 min haircut. Very little conversation, short on friendliness, and the haircut was nothing special. Literally in-and-out.

I'm not very good about getting my haircut regularly, and I tend to go to places on the spur of the moment. This is one place I've been coming back to though, when I'm downtown and want a haircut. I always call ahead for a walk-in, and they've usually had a spot for me. And it's always great - at 38 bucks it's more than I'd like to spend, but it's worth it for the assurance that I won't have a goofy looking haircut. read more

This was my first time at The Chicago Buzz. I took a leap of faith and went in for a radical haircut. This is the first time I changed my look so drastically, and I'm glad I did. I emailed them first for recommendations, and proceeded to book my appointment online with Nora for the following day. I explained to her what I wanted, she asked questions to make sure we were on the same page, and she was done in no time. The bonus was that I got a discount because it was my first time, unexpected but pleasant surprise. I'll be back in about 6 weeks to for maintenance. Kudos for: - Online booking - Location - Responsiveness - No waiting time to get on the chair read more

I've been in Chicago 6 years now and it took me 5 1/2 years to finally find a good place to get my haircut! I stumbled upon Chicago Buzz and luckily was booked with Courtnie. She's the best of the best and has a great personality. Loyal customer for life here! read more

Excellent spot and easy to schedule an appointment. Maggie did a great job, asked the right questions, good conversation, and very happy with the haircut. Will be back again when staying in the loop in the future. read more

Convenient location, friendly staff, and easy to schedule appointments. My man Maj always hooks it up. He's extremely friendly and affable, making it easy to establish a rapport. While it is a little more than I'm used to paying for a hair cut, I still think it's a great deal. You're in the middle of the Loop, about an eight iron north of the Sears Tower, so that alone accounts for a lot of the price. Most importantly though, they do good work. The haircuts are always thorough, and if you're polite you can come back half-way to your next cut and get the back of your neck cleaned up. Great people, great location, reasonable prices. read more

I really like this place, the website makes it very easy to book an appointment. Everyone is always very friendly, and I went last week and got my haircut by Ali. I have received compliments on my hair cut all week, it is nice. I will definitely return! read more

Called in on a Tuesday afternoon and they had a spot for me within the hour. Went in and was helped right away. Nice shampoo and cut. I had really long hair, and the stylist (Mabel) was courteous, friendly, professional, and thorough. Kind of pricey ($38 for a shampoo and cut), but I guess you get what you pay for. read more

Married businessmen who commute from the 'burbs and the big boobed ladies that cut their hair and humor them.

I've been coming here for about 4 years now, which is probably longer than I've gone any place. Obviously convenience is a factor if you work in the loop, but knowing you can get a consistently good haircut makes me come back even on my days off. Plus, part of what you're paying for is the ambiance - cool salon, eclectic artwork, attractive stylists. read more

I've been going to the Chicago Buzz since I moved downtown in 1999. I've had a few different stylists, but they are all wonderful lead by owner/manager Mary. The salon is as cool as the stylists and while some may scoff at the price tag [currently $38, which includes shampoo, cut and style] it's on par with what any other salon would charge, but make no mistake, this is a salon, not a barber shop. You might be able to get a cut on a walk-in, but best to call ahead and secure an appointment. read more

I wish we live in Chicago then I'll be getting my hair cut here all the time. If you have trust issues with hair cutters, look for Nora. She'll take care of you professionally yet she'll make you feel like her sister. Such a nice person. I had really long hair up to my waist and when I told her I want a pixie cut, she just rolled with it and showed me a few pictures just to make sure we're on the same page. read more

I really liked going to Chicago Buzz -- I saw Becky for my monthly haircut for about 8 months, and she did a great job with my hair. It's pricey, but you do get more experienced stylists than what I have seen at some other establishments. read more

Becky, you're the best. She and Teri (no longer there) have always had me leave feeling like "this is the best hair cut I've ever had." Never feel like this at other places and it's totally worth spending the extra $ (which I would easily spend on my caffeine fix for the month without batting an eye). read more

I went to see Mabel after years of my husband telling me how good she was (I live and work up north, so I never wanted to take the time to go to the loop), and man am I kicking myself for waiting so long. I have the finest, thinnest hair ever, and she somehow found a way to make it not look that way at all. She even walked me through every step of how to style it and I've never gotten more compliments on it. I will not go anywhere else to get it done from now on. I also love that I can make an appointment online, and see what is available, etc. read more

I've been coming here for a few months now. It all started when I missed a train at Union Station and had an hour to kill. I walked-in and got my haircut by Maj. Best haircut I've ever gotten, I haven't gone to anyone else since. read more

My boyfriend gets his hair cut by Andy- and he is awesome. He always comes back looking like a million bucks! They are always willing to get him in last minute! Thanks Chicago Buzz! read more

I go because it is convenient and they do a good job. The price range is above what I would like to pay but the owner Laura is great and will take the time necessary to get the job done right. If you are in need of a good cut and are in the area I would recommend checking it out but be ready to spend $40+ read more

I've been going here monthly for four years now, and I have always been very happy. Mabel does a great job and always gets my hair right. As styles have changed, she has adapted with those styles. One time, I asked for my hair to be slightly shorter, and she took 30 minutes to, more or less, start the haircut over. There was no rush, she just took the time to get it done correctly. read more

Love Maggie!! Just got a haircut by her this week. She will be my regular girl from now on. Best haircut I've ever had- she listens and executes. Do yourself a favor and go see her! read more

This is a very well run shop. Booking is so convenient via online and the location is perfect (next to the Willis Tower). Maggie does a great job! read more

This shop is clean, has a great atmosphere and friendly staff. Courtnie did a terrific job, I highly recommend!

Keri has tons of experience with men's cuts and it shows. She pays close attention to detail and is very thorough! Keri is always very thoughtful and kind, she has a great personality! Thanks Keri for always giving great haircuts and being such a great person! read more

really like how flexible Teri is when I need to schedule a haircut.

I have long thick curly hair that couldn't be more difficult to manage. Nora gives THE BEST blow out I have ever had in my life. I get my hair done with her every week. She is majorly talented. I call her "the hair genius." I am as picky as can be and she really is that amazing. I get compliments on my hair almost every day and the blow out lasts a full week. She cuts my husband's hair too. He is super cute! read more