Ronen at Salon 601 is an excellent hair stylist. I've been to every barbershop in Morningside…read moreHeights--having come from California, I found barbers novel. Alas, very few of barbershop haircuts were clean and even. I decided I needed to put up a bit more cash if I wanted proper results. Salon 601 isn't cheap, but Ronen takes his time with your hair. Shampoo and conditioner is typical with every cut. He then gently blowdries your hair instead of slapping you with a wet towel. When you and your head are ready for a trim, Ronen spins your body this way and that, tilting your head at various angles in the light, all to ensure he provides an even shape. He isn't limited to one tool either, he's dextrous with the scissors, thinning shears, shaver, etc. If you have special instructions, Ronen is excellent at listening to you. But better than that, he will provide insight and new ideas as to what might look best. If you don't like it, he won't force it down your throat. Salon 601 is clean, neat, and modern and more people are discovering its virtues. That's good for the business, but not so good for my last-minute appointments. The only downside I can think of is the salon is tucked under the flowershop off of Broadway, on W 112th. The upside, I can still get a same-day appointment.

I'm boggled--BOGGLED!--by the five-star reviews. My review is for the service, or rather, the lack…read morethereof. I made an appointment for Wednesday afternoon and the salon was empty except for Ronen, who asked me to wait while he finished up something on the computer. I used the bathroom and waited until he was ready for me. Upon being seated in a salon chair, I showed him my inspo cut: a long, angled bob. He told me he couldn't do it as it was "too drastic." I have straight Asian hair, a bit past my shoulders and quite thin. I don't understand how a long angled bob is beyond the skill set of a salon proprietor. I left beyond disappointed and super confused--was it a race thing? I called a salon 12 blocks away and got an immediate appointment. Within 40 minutes I was shampooed, my hair cut and blown out, dry cut for shape and precision, and even photographed. I'm in my mid 40s and having worked in the beauty industry, I'm knowledgeable about styling and realistic when it comes to hair expectations. I don't recommend this salon at all.

They charged me an extra $20 for my beard even though (1) I specifically told the guy he didn't…read moreneed to trim my beard and (2) he didn't actually trim my beard. When I tried to argue the cashier just shrugged his shoulders.

By far the worst haircut I've ever gotten. To start, I wasn't even greeted with a "hello" or "how…read moreare you" when I walked in the door. The entire time I was being talked down on and spoken to in a very condescending manner because of my previous hair history. I went in for a simple trim. I asked for my mullet to be cleaned up a little, and instead I was berated by the woman cutting my hair for the fact that I have bleached it in the past. I have never had my hair history questioned in such a rude way when I'm only going in for a cut. I felt like I was being treated rough physically as well, and overall, I did not leave with what I asked for. At the end of the cut, the barber held up the mirror and told me that she "went ahead and cut off all the damage in the back." Mind you, my hair is not *that* damaged, but of course there is some because I've had more exotic colors in the past. Regardless of this, I did not appreciate the disregard and disrespect that I was treated with when I walked in. The photos are of the inspo pic I showed and what I left with instead.

I'm very picky with who cuts my hair. I have a certain taste, and not every barber knows how to cut…read moremy hair right. That being said, it will be a journey to find a new barber since moving back to NYC. I searched Yelp, and found this barber shop to be one of many options in the upper west side. I took the short subway ride over here, and was glad to be immediately tended to by one of the barbers here. The guy cut my hair decently, and we had a good conversation in the meanwhile. He was quick, but got my cut right. They are pretty efficient here, I saw almost no line, but there were quite a number of customers coming in and out. This is a good option on the upper west side.

The Company lists inaccurate hours on both their store and online. Four times now I have come to…read morethe location after work at 6:30 pm and they have been closed when they state on the door their hours are til 7 pm and online they inaccurately state they are 7:30 pm. I would not suggest getting haircuts from business that lack attention to detail.

I got exactly what I asked for. He did it only with scissors. Alex was great and made a fun…read moreconversation.

Great service very professional. This is my goto place for my self and my son. Team is gracious and…read moredoes a great job.

I am back in the neighborhood after about 5 years away. The gents here were nice, professional, and…read moreprovided a quick haircut. To me that's solid. Would recommend.

There is little truth in advertising today but Isaac Scissorhands lives up to the billing…read more He had nothing to work with and came up with a better new look that supposedly upscale shops never thought of. Great technique as well. Highly recommend.

Great neighborhood barbershop filled with friendly faces and great service. I received a terrific…read morehaircut from Manny #2 (there are two barbers with the same name) and can certainly recommend him.

Went here for the first time today bc they were close by and they were great. Barely any wait even…read morewalk in, and gave me coffee. Juan was awesome and I even went back to him an hour later to ask for a little fix up that wasn't his fault, he did it for free. Def coming back

Very friendly lots of attention to detail took his time they tend to lean Tory more modern haircut…read moreor contemporary haircut or hip. If you're looking for something a little bit more traditional or classic, you might wanna go downtown although I'm sure if you gave them the exact instructions they would do great. The only thing that was a little confusing was when I arrived and they're supposed to be open nobody was there and I called so smarter to call ahead before.

When I first moved to NYC, every barber I went to had me leaving the shop looking like I just got…read moremurked. Since I've found Nisan, I will never go to anyone else. He's been cutting my hair for a little over 2 1/2 years and is the only person I'll ever trust.

My first visit to my Aveda salon in Morningside Heights.. my hairdresser, Randy, relocated from the…read moreColumbus Avenue location to here. First, location: This salon is near to Columbia University and it's a wonderful area to be in; little farmers market open across the street, on Thursday and Sundays so grab a bite and head to Aveda. The salon: on Second floor accessible by elevator or stairs. As a long time client it's nice to be greeted by my first name and extremely feel welcomed. The space is warm and the little area that one waits between washing hair and getting hair cut is very comfortable. The Aveda tea is soothing and nice to sip as you wait. The Product: I've used Aveda for over twenty years from the Rosemary Mint collector to Cherry Almond to Be Curly to Nutriplenish.. they're all wonderful and organic. The hand and foot cream are healing for dryness. Hairdresser: Randy is really talented, personable and really great! Shout out to Corba for the gentle hair washing. Membership: I've been a Pure Privilege member for 20+ years. If you love Aveda as much as I do, you must join! Aveda Plus rewards are great and one can redeem points for products. All in all, great experience as always and I love Morningside Heights!

Carpio is a hidden gem. A senior stylist with the experience and skill who could charge you 3…read moretimes as much elsewhere, he always does a beautiful job. He can take what you have in mind and adapt it to your hair and face and you come out looking great every time. I've had people stop me on the street and ask me where I got my hair cut several times after my cuts.