I was referred to this establishment by a friend of mine, whose hair always looks WONDERFUL. So I am the PICKY-est person when it comes to someone cutting my hair. It doesn't grow fast, so when I get a cut...it's gonna last more than a few months! I also have very fine hair and not a lot of it (thanks to my three kids) so going to the salon has not been a favorite thing to lately. I was referred to Evelia. I really really like her. She gave an awesome cut and a great foil highlights. The establishment is not top of the line by any means...but it is very clean and they do the best they can with the space. They offer you coffee or tea when coming in, and have a water jug thingy for water while you wait. They also have a nice candy assortment in a bowl to munch on while you wait. Evelia also does great eyebrown and stash waxing. They use all the "extras" to make the experience as painless as possible. It's the first place I don't come out flaming red with, after a wax. My three daughters now go here. My one daughter who has curly hair will only have her touch her hair from now on, because she has done such a good job cutting and shaping it. It's the first time in her LIFE, she actually had a style with her "curly" hair. One of my daughters has also been seen by Tina (who is co owner with Evelia) and she did a really nice cut on my one daughter too. On the weekends they have other people come like a girl named Kim who seemed really good too. Velintinas also has an older italian barber that does all the men's hair. His chair is always swamped too! Over all, great place. I will definetly follow Evelia, because she is great! My mom goes there now, and really likes her. She is very down to earth, holds a good conversation, and very pleasent to be with. read more

I recently just came here for the first time for a simple haircut with some layers an she did such an amazing job! She was very thorough and gave me exactly what I asked for without cutting any unnecessary length off I'm very happy with my hair and will definitely be back ! read more

Having moved to the city for my 1st time 3yrs ago, I wanted to be a part of the Local Goodness that people have talked about for years, but suburbanization has . I have been thorugh a dozen stylists in my lifetime.......And have PAID UP for those expensive salons. This place is PURE LOCAL GOODNESS defined. Thurs-Sat you can get a REAL BARBER cut from a 75yr old Italian guy that still uses a straight razor.($15) No appointment req'd or taken! It doesn't stop there, my wife goes there as well for her haircuts, and has always been happy. When we move, THIS will be something we miss terribly. Its just something I love to say, I walk to my corner and get a haircut from a real barber! Don't let the simple exterior fool you, this is a full blown salon ready for whatever you need done! Cut, color, product sales, waxing...etc... read more

I wanted to go somewhere local due to time restraints. I think I found a place for future hair cuts/color. I have driven past Velintina's so many times and when I read the reviews on Yelp, I decided to give it a try. Velentina's is tiny but the service was wonderful. The prices are not too bad either. They have promotions for weekday services such as free cut with color. Check before you go. read more

Purchased a living social deal for a haircut, so tried it out. My hairstylist was Gaby and she did such a great job! I drive out all the way near O'hare to have her cut my hair, she does such a wonderful job. I have people at my work tell me I have the best hair :-) Very nice! read more

I've only been here once, so I'll wait to give 5 stars to see if I can get a second hair cut that's as good as the first. The barber Tony cut my hair and did a really nice job. He listened to what I wanted and did exactly that. He uses a straight razor around the ears and neck which is awesome. The place is small, but Tony and the other stylist were very friendly and it's clean and bright inside. It was $17 for the cut before tip and he's only there on Thursdays and Fridays now. I'll be going back here for sure. I used to go to another guy that I've reviewed as well, but it seemed like no matter how I told the other guy how I wanted him to cut my hair - I always got the same cut. It was good, but I like to change my hair style a lot and he didn't. read more

I decided to go to Velintina's based on the reviews I found here on Yelp! and I was not disappointed. I walked in with a vague idea of what I wanted, and Tina listened and delivered awesome results. I have fine hair and Tina gave me a cut that flatters my face and provides volume, while keeping some length, which is hard when your hair if fine. On top of that, Tina was very friendly, and made me feel very comfortable. I felt like I was visiting with a long time friend, we laughed it up quite a bit. This is my favorite salon from now on. I live in the area, but if you're looking for upscale work at a decent price done by a fabulous AND friendly person, come see Tina at Velintina's. read more

I live in Los Angeles, but I am in Chicago 2 or 3 times a year for weeks at a time. I always try to get a haircut before I leave L.A., but often end up needing one while I am here. Thanks to some very positive reviews I found the perfect place. I no longer need to get a haircut before I leave L.A.. In fact I will just wait til I get here from now on. Evelia gave me an excellent cut for a great price. Everyone there was friendly, and made me feel welcome. Excellent cut for a great price, and a pleasant experience all the way around. After coming to Chicago for 20 years now I have made many friends here, and I will recommend Velintina's to all of them. read more

Always get a great cut! Tina and Gabby are both excellent stylists and very respectful of the needs and requests of customers.

I think I've been going to Velintina's for a little over a year now. I get constant compliments on my hair... which I love, of course! Evelia is my stylist and she's great. Like any good stylist... she asks what you like and listens. This is a small place, but as long as your hair looks fabulous... who cares! I've done Mario Tricoci and Charles Ifergan and paid big bucks to get a so-so look. Evelia does a great job and is much more convenient for me! read more

I always walk into a salon thinking I want one thing and since I'm not always positive about my choice, I don't know how to say what I want. Yet when I walked into velintina's, I said what I thought I wanted and walked out with exactly what I had envisioned! They are experts and I think I found MY salon! read more

I love this salon. I've been going there for years. After I get a haircut or get my hair styled, I get so many compliments from people. The stylist at the salon are so accomodating and friendly. The service, people, and atmosphere is just great here... I couldn't be happier. read more

I would have to say my experience there was great and they were able to accomodate me easily. The stylist (not one of the owners) was very friendly. She did a SUPER job with my partial foils and they were very reasonable. In fact this is the first person to ever give me the color I actually wanted. However, my cut is rather lackluster. I wasn't 100% thrilled from the start and the longer time passes the more I am annoyed with it. I am bummed it didn't work since the color and price were great. read more

I am not an up-do kind of girl, so when I was getting married I wanted a down-do. There is no other place I'd consider than Velintina's. Tina did a wonderful job giving me exactly what I wanted. I received so many compliments on my hair on my wedding day and quite frankly any time I get my hair cut there. Everyone that works there is great. You really should give them a try. read more

Gabby is a great hairstylist ! She never disappoints with my hair cuts and diffrent hairstyles. Highly recommended!!!!

As always a absolutely great job done by Gabby! I've been going here for years and am never disappointed! I've been to other salons in between due to sitter needs and never got the awesome results get here! I'll never go any else for my color or cut! Everyone always complements my hair every time I go here! read more

I have been going to Tina for over 6 years now. She is amazing and does a great job on my hair. Gabby cut my hair once when I needed a hair cut and Tina didn't have any availability and did a great job as well. Highly recommend this salon. read more

I found this place on yelp and live in the area, I have no idea why I haven't been going here my entire life. My hair is curly and so I usually just get it cut and then go home and style it the way I want. Gabriela first told me that she would dry cut my hair because it's curly. I was curious, but hey she's the pro. She shampooed it and then blow dried it. I've had others try to blow dry my hair and usually I just leave with a frizzy mess. After Gabriela blow dried my hair, my hair had never looked better. She cut it and then flat ironed it. I have NEVER left a salon without always feeling like I have to go home and do my hair the way I want. I left Gabriela on CLOUD NINE. If I could I would go here every morning before work so she could style my hair. LOVE. LOVE. LOVE. read more

Tina did my hair and I am obsessed. It's taken me a long time to find someone to cut my hair the way I wanted and actually heard what I was requesting. I will for sure go back and am now a committed customer. Thanks Tina!!! read more

Love love love! I have been getting my hair done by Gaby for almost 5 years now and my hair always looks amazing. I usually do color twice a year with her and each time it comes out beautiful. I have had both highlights and ombre and she is really good about listening to how I want it to look and making it happen! I get cuts regularly to keep my hair healthy and my hair is the healthiest it's ever been. She is a hair expert! She really knows her stuff which makes me feel extremely comfortable when doing something like coloring. I recommend Gaby to everyone I know. She is the best! read more