I had the most incredible experience at this salon. I have very long hair and for the last ten years I have always cherished that length and refused to get any trim longer than 1/2 an inch even though multiple people told me that most of my ends were dead. The result was long lifeless hair that I ended up hating wearing down. That all changed when I sat in Michael's chair in Tortola Salon. I came in wanting a total overhaul with my hairstyle and color and right away I felt comfortable with the recommendations and vision that Michael presented to me. He was honest in telling me that at least 3 inches of my hair needed to be cut, and assured me that with the right cut and color he could compliment my hair to my facial structure. I proceeded to get a highlight style in the form of Balayage after showing Michael multiple pictures online of styles I always admired but never taught I could pull off. The end result was miraculous. The color was absolutely perfect and the even though the hair was a little longer than shoulder length, with the perfect layers and cut it felt as if this hairstyle was what I always meant to have. It felt very natural and I can't stop showing off my new look! I whole heartedly recommend this salon. They go out of their way to make you feel welcome, from the front desk greeting to the end result hairstyle!!!! read more

Tom is the best hairstylist! Worth traveling to NY for a haircut. I always leave looking fabulous and feeling so pampered. Plus, we always have a great conversation; Tom is a lovely human! read more

I took my tired feathers to Jo at Tortola and emerged a graceful swan. He is truly a master of color and potion and created a masterpiece of color on my head. I am complimented continuously on my hair. There is no one better in Manhattan. read more

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Jo is a Master Colorist - I highly recommend him. I went to a different Salon and when I told the colorist I wanted natural red highlights, I walked out with Magenta strips in my hair. My friend told me not to worry - Jo can help me. Jo is a miracle worker. He worked with me and said we would decide together what the best option was for my hair. Which was so refreshing to hear; he showed me colors and explained the process of what he was going to do. A couple of steps later and my hair color has never looked better. I have gotten so many compliments. To the entire staff at Tortola - my friend told me you guys would take care of me - Thank you! And special Thank you and hug to Jo, Tina and Taylor. Also a big shot out to Tom, who gave me the best haircut!!!! I can walk down the street again and feel confident. You guys ROCK!!!!! read more

I couldn't be any happier with Jo at Tortola! I've been seeing him regularly for color for 4 or 5 years now and my hair has never looked better. I look forward to my appts not only b/c of how fantastic he makes my hair look, but also b/c it's a great place - the staff is super friendly and helpful, and they have a great selection of products. read more

Alesia has left Tortola. *tear* BTW - the receptionist is very nice too. read more

I had a really great experience. I went here because I have several co-workers who frequent this as their main salon and it's close to work. I felt the need for drastic change - bored with my long locks, I aspired for a shorter, more professional 'do - but one that still looked feminine. I could see his eyes get wide when I desribed what I wanted, but there was a dialogue - he gave me his thoughts, I told him mine, and we found a middle ground. The result was a great haircut that I can manage to easily blow out on my own (and it still looks pretty damn good, barring humidity). I appreciated that he didn't go off and do his own thing and he listened to me but wasn't afraid to tell me when he thought I was drastically off. He didn't try to push any of their products on me - just told me I should get hot rollers, if I didn't already, to avoid blowing out with a round brush to achieve the same effect. My haircut with wash and blowout was about $80 - w/tip, it came out to around $100. Pretty standard for a decent haircut in this city. read more

I asked for my son to get trim on the back but to keep it long and they literally butchered his hair. Mike told me it was the "little boy hair cut." He cut straight bangs across his head like something out of a bad movie. read more

I was recommended to see Jo at Tortola after I had an absolute hair debacle at a different salon. My hair was brittle and I didn't think anybody could get my original hair colour back without me ending up with a pixie cut. Even though I was a very difficult case, Jo took on the task after a very helpful consultation. At my appointment he spent a lot of time bringing life back into my hair - step by step while using several treatments in between. The result is amazing! My hair looks absolutely brilliant. I can't thank him enough! read more

I love going to Tortola. It's like taking a mini vacation with friends. First I get my haircut by Tom. I have had more less the same style for years but every time Tom cuts it he tweaks it a little and it looks better and better. Then I am off to Jo for color. I have been approached many times by friends and strangers to tell me they love my color and asked me where I got it done. I love Tortola salon! read more

I used to go to a fancy E. 57 Street salon where I never felt comfortable & where I was only half satisfied with my stylist and paid a fortune for the experience. One day I saw a woman who had hair like mine (stick straight and fine) and had a fantastic cut with " artichoke bangs", (this was the 80's). When she recommended her stylist at a downtown salon, named Tortola, I immediately made an appointment with her stylist, Tom. The first time I walked into the Chambers Street salon, I immediately knew I was home. This is a salon where every stylist and colorist is highly skilled and the atmosphere is friendly and supportive. Since that day I have never looked back. Tom and Jo are the perfect combination of wise rabbi and best friend. When I come in with pictures of crazy hairdos ( I'm always reaching for what my hair can't give me), they give me a reality check then send me out the door with gorgeous color and a fabulous cut. I always get compliments from strangers and friends. In fact, several of my friends are now loyal Tortola clients. I highly recommend everyone at Tortola salon. read more

Simply based on personality and generosity, Michael is the best! I was heading to dinner and needed a quick bit of gel, he let me try the product without having to make the purchase and left me with a smile. read more

I have been going to Tortola Salon since following Terri (colorist, etc) for a number of years. The salon is bright, pleasant and low key and service oriented...which makes it a stress free experience. Terri really knows her stuff and I always come out with the most gorgeous hair color....particularly for light blonde hair. She cares personally how it turns out, so it feels like I have someone who is professional and skilled. She is warm, experienced and I always feel like I am in good hands as she really listens, but is willing to offer suggestions or explain the different approaches, which helps me decide what I can expect in terms of caring for my hair, etc. etc. Veronica RS read more

the salon was clean, trendy in atmosphere and had excellent staff/service. i made an appt through vive for a blowout and when i came into the salon i was greeted with a warm smile that seemed genuine! considering the tribeca neighborhood i didnt expect it! i had michael and he was so nice. we had great convo and he made my hair look awesome. he did a wavy look that was able to withstand the heat and humidity through the rest of the night and even through the next day! really enjoyed coming to tortola and hope to come back again! read more

I have been getting my hair cut and my wife cut and colored for over 30+ years. Our two sons have also been coming for the past 10 years. Joe Tom and their staff are the best. We have become family and coming here is an oasis in the City. A must visit. Once you try it you will be hooked. read more

Went here after reading the great reviews, and while the price was in fact decent for the area, I was terribly dissappointed. I got non-bleach highlights earlier this week, and after three shampoos, my hair still reeks of chemicals, which is not something I've ever experienced from another salon. Also, I asked for an inch off my hair and got 3+ (know it's weird but took a lock home and measured when I saw how long it was) which I'm dealing with cause I had really put off a haircut, but that would be totally unacceptable to most people. Finally, the blow out was no better than what I can do. The only reason this is getting two stars is because the place was clean and Alesia was at least pleasant. However, I will not be going back. read more

Fabulous. A beautiful Tribeca salon where the cuts, color, and service are the absolute best.

Tortola Salon is a really welcoming, large, open and inviting salon. I see Mia for color and Delisa for cuts and blowouts. I have been going to Mia for almost 10 years and cannot say enough about her talent. Mia is truly a color genius. I have fine hair but a lot of it and it's curly. My hair is sensitive to color and she really takes the most amazing care of it. I always leave with natural looking blonde highlights and she covers the gray without it looking orange or too warm. Mia is gorgeous and funny and is a fantastic listener. I'm so glad she is at Tortola because I feel really comfortable there. If you are looking for a cut and blow out, Delisa is awesome! She understands my curly hair and is super fun to spend time with. I would highly encourage anyone to visit this salon and book with these two. read more

I was visiting from Boston to NYC for a wedding and was looking for a salon that could take me for a last minute appointment for an up-do. Tortola was near my hotel, was reasonably priced, and could accommodate me. Michael was great...very personable, very good at suggestions for the type of up-do that would work for me, and did a fabulous job! Also, I very much enjoyed the hair wash/massage...very thorough and relaxing. I'm sorry that this salon isn't in Boston (boo hoo for me) but I highly recommend it for locals or visitors. They make you feel right at home. Next time I'm in NYC, I just may have to make an appointment! read more

I love this friendly, inviting, stylish salon & Vincent is my go-to stylist. He is truly an artist; so talented. Every cut is superb. He has a great vision, versatility, creativity and not only a superlative sense of style, but also a great sense of humor. So if you need a great cut (or color!) ask for Vincent! read more

I've been a client of Mia for many years now! She's been in TriBeCa for 13 years now and I'll follow her anywhere. The health of my hair is her top priority and she never fails to amaze me. She keeps my hair looking beautiful and superb. Everyone needs a hair colorist like her! Out of all our years together, I've never once seen her in a bad mood. There's never a time when I don't get compliments on my hair. I can't thank her enough! Everyone should go visit this salon and definitely book a session with Mia! read more

I went in randomly yesterday and was so happy with my cut from Michael. He is one of the most genuinely kind hearted men I've met in a long time. So lovely to be around. I was so comfortable with him, I trusted him to give me layers, which I never do! I'm glad I did because I needed a little change, so it was the perfect amount of something new, but not drastic. Love love the results! :) read more

Michael gave me a great haircut and listened carefully to what I said. The salon is a little bit pricey (~80 dollars for a cut and blow dry) but all of the staff could not have been nicer. It's hard to find a salon in TriBeCa without major attitude so it was worth it to pay for a great cut and pleasant experience. I will definitely be back! read more

I was in search of a new hairstylist and was lucky enough to come across Michael. My curls aren't always easy, but he gave me an awesome cut and the curls are falling perfectly. I received compliments on my hair, but they thought that I was using a curling iron or something. No, it's naturally falling into place! Michael has got a super personality that put me at ease, and I just let him do what he thought would be best for my hair. The salon is calm and relaxing, with professional staff. I'm so happy I found this place! read more

I'm so lucky I found Vincent. He's witty, laid-back and he really listens when you describe what you're looking for. He gives me an old Hollywood glam hairstyle that's easy to style and versatile enough to be worn multiple ways. I love him and I cannot recommend him enough! read more

Colorist, Mia at Tortola Salon is by far the best color I have ever received. She is extremely detail oriented, attentive, funny, edgy and sweet! My experience with Mia was superb! I would highly recommend her to any and everyone looking for a new look. I needed to add some dimension to my hair without a huge commitment to coloring it every 6 weeks and she delivered just that! Her color job was so great, I felt like I didn't need to add layers like I initially intended. I am going back to her for highlights, color and gloss. Thank you Mia!!!! read more

Tom and Jo are expert stylists and colorists, and wonderful conversationalists. No matter how long you've been going to Tortola, they always begin by asking you about your hair, what's working and what's not, and then they make suggestions, helping you clarify what you really want your hair to look like. They've guided me successfully through short and long hair styles and through changing colors. What's important to me is that Tom's hair cuts grow out gracefully, and Jo's color always looks natural. In addition, the salon vibe is positive and low key. You're in Tribeca but it's not a show. The prices are reasonable and everyone who works there is genuinely friendly. Tortola Salon is a gem. read more

I've been going here for many years (probably around 20, but I'm afraid to do the actual math). It's really the only place I'd go to get my hair cut! What I like so much about Tortola is that while it's classy and nice, there's no attitude from anyone there. The whole experience is totally pleasant from start to finish. The receptionists are really nice and tend to stay for a while so you get to know them. Like the previous reviewer said, 'once you go here, you become a regular.' And I think the prices are really reasonable. I suspect a hair cut at a similar type salon in midtown would cost 2x as much. I see Tom (co-owner) for hair cuts. He always does a great job, and it's just a lot of fun to go and see him. Sometimes I flake out and go too long between hair cuts, but Tom always forgives me and makes me look good again! The haircutting area is really nice. Good lighting (not flourescent) so you look good, and the chairs are arranged in a kind of square, not a line, so it's very private. I don't color but when it's time to do so, I'll do it at Tortola. My friend does her color there (on my recommendation) and she's very happy with it. Anyway, I highly recommend Tortola. read more

Awful experience with Terri. I went in to get a haircut with baylage highlights. During the consultation, I told her what I wanted and what I was looking for and then she asked me how to do her job basically. I simply told her I wanted the current highlights I had, which were baylage, and I wanted them to be touched up and for her to add in a few more throughout my hair, looking as naturally as possible. She had a very simple framework to follow, establish as this was supposed to be a touch up. She proceeded to overwhelm me with 10 different ways she could do it, and I asked her whatever she thought would be most natural. Then she said it was my job to tell her how, to which I responded, "I am looking to you as the professional to know how to do what I am asking as the client." Then I said, this is giving me too much anxiety and stress so we skipped the baylage and I got as simple of a haircut as possible for $90. Awesome. I would never recommend this place, to anyone for anything. The cliente inside were even dumpy. read more

I have been going to Tortola salon for two years and could not be happier. Michael is a fabulous stylist - he has helped tone down years of over-processing my blonde hair and in the process my hair has become longer and healthier than ever. He frequently suggests ways to care for my hair that would save me money (i.e. only doing partial highlights, balayage, etc...), which I find to be incredibly genuine and rare. Michael is so kind-hearted and funny; I always know I will leave Tortola with a smile on my face. I previously thought of hair appointments as a chore but I have come to look forward to my time with Michael and the team at Tortola as an afternoon with friends. Thank you to the wonderful team for being a down-to-earth haven in Tribeca! read more

I love this salon! The people that work there are very down to earth and friendly. A great perk is that this salon, which is located in super expensive Tribeca, is very affordable. And my colorist/stylist, Michael Lamkey, is fantastic, a real pro and so much fun! read more

I love going to Tortola Salon. My hairstylist is there! I've been with Vincent for 10 years +. He is truly amazing. He is the only person I trust to touch my hair. The salon is very warm and inviting. The staff is pleasant and helpful. I recommend Tortola Salon and Vincent to anyone who wants a true professional. read more

I have been going to Jo and Tom for cut and color for about 3.5 years. My mother has been seeing them for around 30 years. We are very loyal customers with very good reason. Tortola is a lovely salon. It's always clean, with pleasant music and simple contemporary design. It's elegant and professional, but also very relaxed and personal. The staff is really skilled and friendly, and the books are always filled with regular clients, because once you go here, you become a regular. Jo and Tom are the owners and you couldn't possibly meet two sweeter, more fun, enjoyable people to be around. They are good at what they do and I never leave unsatisfied. We have a good time and they are very careful to make sure I achieve my goals in terms of length and color. They are responsive and creative and just an overall joy to do business with. They also have a lot of retail and the product knowledge to boot, so they are really helpful with recommendations too. If I can, I'll take my kids here. I'm a lifer! read more

Don't go to Heidi. She wasn't paying attention to my color and over processed my hair. It fell out from the root and has taken me 3 years to grow back and my hair still isn't the same. The worst experience. Talk about nightmares.... read more

I have my hair colored by Mia. Everyone compliments me all the time and asks where I get my color done. She is amazing and really knows what looks good on each person. She never rushes and takes her time to make you look perfect. read more

I have been having my haircut by Tom for over 30 years! Both Tom and Jo and delightful people, and I wouldn't go anywhere else. It's like therapy to go spend an hour there chatting and laughing, and I always come out looking much better than when I went in! read more

As good as it gets! Tortola is a spectacular salon where you can always count on warm, friendly, and unpretentious service, by highly skilled and experienced professionals. Both Tom and Joe, the proprieters of this Tribeca mainstay, pride themselves on creating an atmosphere of superior service and unassuming high class. I've been a devoted client for over seven years, and am always greeted and treated like family. People consistently stop me and ask where I have my hair cut and I'm always proud to recommend Tom Kollar. I hope he's had the opportunity to add to his long list of very satisfied customers. After a bit of 'gentle urging', Tom agreed to open his salon, on a very hot and sticky Sunday in June, (when he could have been at the beach) for our beauty preparations for my daughter's wedding. One bride, five bridesmaids, two moms, one grandma, and two flower girls; although my daughter was the 'star of the show' we all walked out, thanks to the skills of Tom and Heidi, looking, and feeling like a million dollars! Food, music, fun, and glamour made our 'day of beauty' one we'll always remember. (Kudos to Joe for the homemade brownies!!) Although it's a little out of the way for some, it's worth the trip. Tortola is one class act! read more

Tom and Jo are low key masters of hair. Great cuts from Tom and perfect color from Jo - I've been going to TORTOLA for years. I've recently moved from the nabe -but I'd travel from ANYWHERE for these guys! read more

I went to see Michael here and he was great! I've been getting highlights for a while and everytime I would go, it seemed as though my hair never looked really different. Here, he knew what I wanted and made my blonde hair a lot lighter like I had asked! The staff here all seemed super friendly. Average price for highlights in the city, it was 250$ for highlights cut & blowout read more

I had a haircut with Heidi about a month ago and couldn't have been happier. I'm particular about liking my hair cut straight across with no layers and she gave me exactly that. The woman who washed my hair did an amazing scalp massage. I left looking great and am still very happy with the cut a month later. read more