Got my first Pittsburgh haircut here, and as someone who has had my fair share of bad haircuts in every city I've lived in, I was so relieved to have such a great experience here! Nicole is amazing - she checked in with me multiple times to make sure I was satisfied with the length and was very meticulous. I felt really comfortable asking questions about what she was doing every step of the way and my hair care in general. She is very knowledgeable and gave some great tips for me! Also heads up there is a discount for students! My haircut was only $35 (not including tip). I will 100% be back here for my future haircuts. read more

Love getting my haircut here, close to campus and Libby takes the time to cut your hair just the way you like it

Great cut, exactly as requested, by Libby. Great value for the money, and cosy ambience to boot. Definitely coming back!

I haven't cut my hair since the beginning of COVID and my hair was splitting at the ends. I was able to book an appointment very quickly and Libby helped me out. She's so sweet and has good energy. My hair feels really healthy now and I love the cut! read more

I went for a layered haircut and I loved it. It's a small salon with an at-home feel to it. It was a great experience. I was relieved That I loved my hair after. I'll definitely be back! read more

Veraldi Salon - Hair Salons Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This is my favorite salon in Pittsburgh. I typically get a layered cut, and Leese always makes sure it is perfect. I know when I come here, I can trust I will leave happy! read more

A relaxing haircut with a friendly, open team! I've been looking for a new salon ever since I moved to the area last summer. As soon as I walked in to Veraldi, I had that welcome feeling that I was in good hands! Sue was lovely - we hit it off and chatted like old buddies, but only after she sat me down and really listened to what I was looking for in a hairstyle. It's been 2 weeks since my cut, and I couldn't be happier with it. Don't go in expecting a high-end, flashy chrome and steel salon - this is a warm, welcoming place with some wonderful stylists! read more

A co-worker recommended Veraldi since I'm fairly new to Pittsburgh. I've been to Veraldi twice now and love it! Nicole does an amazing job with my highlights, especially evening out the color and toning it the first visit after I had a bad experience elsewhere. It's a calm and relaxing environment that makes me feel very comfortable. I definitely recommend Veraldi! read more

Nicole worked with me and I felt very comfortable clarifying what I wanted, which matters A LOT and which is hard to find with a hairstylist!! Highly recommend for haircuts. For example, I wanted a blunt cut but with layers in the front, and with more layers on the right side. Not very conventional, but Nicole was very understanding and I appreciated that. She also under-did the layers on the right, then asked me how they were, before getting the confirmation to do more--because you can always easily add more layers, but removing them is much more invasive. At the end of the cut, she also asked if the blunt cut turned out the way I wanted, and if I wanted layers--since that's what I came in with and was used to. I appreciated her checking in with me, since I've had it happen where I wanted a certain hairstyle, and it didn't end up looking good despite it being "what I wanted." I kept the blunt cut in anticipation of how I wanted to dye it this Thursday. read more

I checked out this place on a friend's recommendation. I did not have an appt. and walked in on a Saturday afternoon and was greeted by a customer waiting with her dog, pleasantly surprised with the small and friendly atmosphere. As this was my first time in the salon, I just got my eyebrows threaded here by a woman named Junie. Junie was very sweet, polite and helpful. She sat me down in a chair in the back part of the salon, and proceeded to thread me. Less than 10 minutes later she was finished and had me to double-check to make sure that I was satisfied. Loved it- and it was only $12 + tip. Quick, easy and relatively painless. read more

Marisa has been my favorite hairstylist for years. I travel a lot for work and I still stop by Pittsburgh whenever possible to get my hair cut. I've also had her do my color on multiple occasions, and it's always turned out great! It usually takes 1-2 weeks to get an appointment, unlike many salons I've been to recently, the experience usually takes no longer than an hour which is a huge bonus. read more

Friendly and caring staff and professional beauty skills. I went there to get my haircut at Veraldi for the first time but my hairdresser approached me with friendliness. She was easygoing and skilled at what she does. She automatically gave me a student discount because she found out I was a graduate student during our conversation. Others who were there were getting their hair styled and all looked fantastic! The only downside was that there was a scheduling error twice so I got moved one day later than my original appointment day and then the next day, they had to move my appointment time to an earlier time. I don't think this is the norm--I had a great time getting my hair done here, so I will definitely be going here again in the future. read more

I hate bad haircuts so much that I refuse to get my hair cut for months after I move to a new city. I finally broke down after almost a year of not cutting my hair. I had a wedding to go to and did not want to look like a cave dweller. I walked into Veraldi on an impulse, and ran smack into Susan, the owner. She was on her way out, as they were closing for the day. All of the sudden, though I'd waited months to consider a haircut, I felt panicked. I begged her to stay another few minutes, promising her that my hair would be so easy and so quick to cut. It wasn't. After she agreed to stay to cut my hair, she continued working on it for the next half hour. It needed major help, and we both knew it. I winced as she finished, wondering what the damage would be, and then nearly hugged her when she told me. I walked out of Veraldi having only paid 35 dollars (student discount off of 38!) for one of the best haircuts of my life. I looked so fabulous at the wedding. Susan, you are a genius and a lifesaver, and I'm NEVER going to anyone else in this city. read more

Possibly the worst haircut I've ever had -- and I gave her pictures of what I wanted it to look like. I now have a mullet. The pictures were *not* of a mullet. If you like mullets, that's great. I had one in the 80s and once was enough. Also very aggressive stylist. It may have just been bad chemistry, but I don't think that earns me a crappy haircut. As others have noted, the price is right, but now it's not so cheap: I'm getting it re-cut tomorrow, at another salon. read more

I called Veraldi yesterday to get a haircut today and they had openings (a big plus!). I lucked out and met Leese, who did an amazing job. I was really wanting to get a nice textured layered look, whilst getting rid of my split ends and broken flyways. She told me that what I wanted wouldn't look good with the state my hair was currently in. While, of course I would like my hair to look just like the model in the photo I brought, she was honest with me and told me that my hair was too fine to go super textured. I really appreciate that she explained why it wouldn't work, rather than just brushing my requests off by saying "no, that's not what you want" or even worse, by doing what I *thought* wanted and having it turn out badly. By discussing with me what would work with my hair and WHY it would work, she helped me get a look that has the spirit of the textures but works with my super fine, damaged mane. I am loving it, and I'm so glad my 3 year search for a hair stylist in Pittsburgh has finally come to an end. If could give 6 stars I would! read more

This is a great hair salon! Nicole did a great job fixing and cutting a not so great haircut from elsewhere. She quickly and meticulously turned a poofy short haircut to a professional sleek straight cut that I wanted. She is also friendly and thorough. Thank you for doing such an awesome job, I would highly recommend! read more

My first Yelp review! I am so excited to write this. I had a really bad haircut last summer, and have been trying to let it grow out. Honestly, I was also avoiding hair salons after that awful experience. Finally, it became clear I NEEDED to have my hair cut, and I stalked Yelp reviews and asked my friends about their favorite salons for weeks trying to prepare. I work in Oakland, and read great things about Veraldi, so I decided to give it a try. This was one of the best decisions I have ever made. Marissa is FANTASTIC. I had a few pictures that were an idea of the concept/attitude I wanted, but nothing specific. Marissa talked with me for a long time before we even started anything - she looked through the pictures I brought, pictures of my hair at various stages when I liked it/how I styled it, offered me a ton of options and put me right at ease. I often find that stylists rush through this part, but Marissa made it easy to take my time and ask questions. Before I was even getting my hair shampooed, I knew it was going to be a wonderulf experience. The haircut we decided on is perfect. Marissa did an amazing job in creating a style that works great for my hair and face and is easy to style. I'm absolutely incompetent when it comes to styling my hair, and she walked me through how to do it easily. I've even been able to do it at home! Aside from the perfect haircut, she was absolutely wonderful to talk to. It felt like I was hanging out with someone I had been friends with for years. There was no sales push to buy products, just helpful recommendations on what works at my hair that I can pick up anywhere - and how to use what I already had at home. It was the best experience I've had as a customer in a very long time. The salon environment is awesome, everyone else working seemed lovely, and did I mention they fit me in on my lunch hour the same day I called? Oh, and the price is just beyond reasonable. Seriously, do yourself a favor and come here. I cannot recommend Veraldi and Marissa enough! read more

I stumbled upon this venue about a year and a half ago when I had outrageously damaged pink hair. Stubbornly, I refused to just let it go and change the color. When I walked in, Elyse, my hair dresser was probably the cooler hair-cutter (equipped with a nose ring and tattoos) I've seen in my life. Noted, this was before I moved to NYC and was used to Pittsburgh hair-dressers being really old and giving Super-cuts haircuts. I was greeted by Susan who was an ultra-hip "old school" hair dresser with fierce short hair. Immediately I felt like I was welcomed into a family of cool hair stylists. Both were very friendly and we joked and laughed throughout the appointment. Since then, I have returned many times and have had my hair cut and dyed three different colors. I love the atmosphere and the conversations that occur in the shop. Also, they used Aveda products which is a huge plus. The only slight downside which might turn some people, especially college students and cheap-asses off, is that the typical haircut will run about $30. However, with that in mind, the hair-cuts are damn good and you do get what you pay for. read more

I've been going to Junee for my eyebrows for a few months, and she's great. My brows always look great when she's done with me. Last time I was there it was a quiet Thursday night and Susan, the owner, recommended I see Marissa for my hair. I'd been going downtown for a few months and was satisfied but not thrilled, especially considering the expense. I've never felt quite comfortable at the salon downtown, but I find Veraldi comfortable and warm. I like the vibe there a lot. Yesterday I had my first appointment with Marissa and I'll definitely be going back. My highlights look great and I like the "painting' method they use for highlights better than the foil method. I couldn't be happier with my haircut. Marissa understood exactly what I wanted and pulled it off. I paid $80 for highlights and a cut. Worth every cent. read more

I needed a haircut (going from very long hair to chin-length), so following the Yelp reviews I decided to try this place. I got Marissa, and my hair looks EXACTLY like the photo I brought. It's the best haircut I've ever had. She even showed me a few styling tips since I wasn't sure what to do. She's really friendly too, and the place is very clean and professional. This is my new favorite place! read more

I finally got the courage to get my hair cut (for only the second time since I moved to Oakland)... after a terrible cut at Puccinis. I highly recommend Veraldi's and especially Marissa! She's such a cool person and gave me the best haircut I've ever gotten, along with accommodating me requests for the most dramatic hairstyle change that I've gone for. As far as the environment, the salon is adorable and cozy, so you don't have to yell to speak to your stylist. I definitely felt like I had personal attention and I'm shocked as to how quickly I got an appointment. It's kind of hidden off of S Craig, but it's a gem! read more

Go to Leese! If you don't know what kind of hairstyle you want Leese will make sure you get a great haircut. She's incredibly knowledgeable and will really listen to what you do/don't want in a haircut. I have very thick hair and many hair stylists tend to thin it out even when I tell them not to. I didn't know what kind of haircut I wanted but I told Leese that I would like to keep it as thick as it is. Leese really listened to me and made my hair look fabulous without thinning it out. She also explained exactly what she was going to do to my hair to make sure it was ok with me. The rest of the stylist there are super nice and make your visit there very entertaining. I will definitely be going back to get a trim and fix up my ombre! read more

I love Veraldi's! I've been in once for a cut and twice for color, and Leese is a genius - I've been 100% satisfied with her work every time. Susan is also wonderful - they listen to you and make great suggestions, and they are never pushy. The salon itself is small, cozy, and provides a great atmosphere to relax, laugh, and have fun in. The pricing is also fabulous. Cannot recommend it enough! read more

I recently went in for a haircut at Veraldi. After finding some good reviews I decided to call and make an appointment (with Susan). Initially, I was hoping to find an Asian stylist (because my hair is as Asian as it gets) but haven't had much luck in Pgh. My plan was to grow out my hair as long as I could (just to avoid having to look for a stylist) but with the recent cold weather, it's been too cold for me to walk outside with damp hair. Veraldi is cozy. The smallest salon I've ever been to. It adds to the charm. I spent my time with Susan having a pleasant conversation. She's very likable. I typically never judge a haircut after the haircut- even if I like it.... I judge it after I go home and wash my hair and I style it myself. If I like it then, then it's a great haircut. The verdict: I'm very happy with my hair cut. My haircut was $40 - a lot less then what I'm used to paying in Ca. Yay! For CMU/Pitt students new to the area, I recommend trying Veraldi. read more

For my first visit to Veraldi, I went to Leese to fix a hair disaster of mine and I was so so so so happy with the results. She is amazing. When I get my hair done, I usually just tell the person to do whatever they think would look good. This time, I had a few ideas for what I wanted and Leese gave me great advice as to what would work or wouldn't work for my hair type and because of the damage. She took my hair from a horrific, damaged yellow (due to a very bad experience at another local salon) to a beautiful, warm brown. I ended up needing a cut to rid my hair of all of the newly damaged ends and that turned out amazing too. Considering I went in with long, straw-like ugly hair and left with silky brown locks and a new, chic cut (I tried bangs!!), there aren't enough good things I can say. All the time I've lived in Pittsburgh, I've been hesitant to go to a new salon. It's always a bit scary to trust someone new with your hair, but I am pleased to say I've finally found a salon in my new hometown that I absolutely love. Also, I've been able to get appointments very quickly which is definitely a plus. Surprising, though, because the salon is very tiny (3 chairs I think?) but it's cute and very clean! read more

I came in after a bad blunted haircut 2 weeks before. Marissa worked some hair magic on me and still managed to keep my length! We had pleasant conversations and you can feel she was truly genuine. Having Asian hair, it is very easy to spot mistakes in a cut but Marissa's work is flawless. She took her time and I am so happy with the result. It was a pleasure to sit in her chair and come out with a fabulous layered cut. I can't wait to come back! read more

I got my haircut with Leese recently and she did an amazing job! I have thick curly hair so it's hard to find someone who really knows and enjoys cutting curly hair and Leese was able to shape my curls exactly how I like it. She is very welcoming and funny, I highly recommend her! I always have a great experience at Veraldi Hair. read more

Leese has colored and styled my hair for the past two years and I've never left Veraldi Salon without feeling infinitely cool. She's an absolute genius with color. Even when I have trouble articulating exactly how I want to look, Leese can take the rudiments of my vision and create a style that's often better than what I imagined. If you're feeling iffy about a haircut or color idea, Leese will be honest with you about it--a rare and valuable quality in a stylist. She knows which looks best suit different skin types and facial shapes. Leese saved me from a color job that would have made the red undertones in my skin egregious, and found a more flattering way to give me the edgy look I wanted. Leese is also amazingly fast yet precise with cuts. I've come into Veraldi looking tired and shabby and left twenty minutes later with dazzling hair. read more

I went to Veraldi's for the first time this morning (Saturday), in search of eyebrow threading. When I showed up, the girl who does the threading wasn't there yet, and Susan (the owner), was so apologetic and not only trimmed my bangs while I waited, but also bought me a cup of coffee while I was waiting (good trim and a good cup of coffee!). By the time I got back to the salon with my coffee, the girl had arrived. My 'brows had been butchered the last time I had them threaded (at another place), and they are now even in length and perfectly shaped. Threading was $12, and included a bit of a massage over the threaded skin at the end. The person who did my brows - wish I had caught her name - was great at shaping, and almost completely painless. My skin wasn't even red when I got back to my car! It was an awesome experience (both in brows and excellent customer service), and I will be back not only for my eyebrows, but also to get a haircut next time I'm in need. This is the first yelp review I've ever done, just because I was so very impressed with the place that I had to jump on and write a review as soon as I got home. Oh, and bring cash to pay for the 'brows. read more

I am always nervous to try a new salon, as I have very fine, thin hair which grows very slowly. On a recommendation, I went and saw Leese. She took the time to get to know me (and my hair), and worked with me to find a style that worked for the type of hair I have vs what I want. I couldn't be happier with the results (both cut and color), and would highly recommend her to anyone. A great salon, great staff, and great results. Thanks again, Leese! read more

Disappointed doesn't even being to explain how I feel about my hair. I am new to Pittsburgh and came to this salon based on its high Yelp reviews. Please be aware, they may be adequate at cutting hair, but when it comes to color, my hairdresser Leese was an absolute disgrace. I asked for partial highlights, specifically natural blonde like I've had in the past. She chose to "paint" highlights and left them in so long that my hair looks like a ridiculous white/yellow/orange bleached mess. The top in no way matches the bottom of my hair at all, even though she promised it would blend. Please look at the photo attached to see for yourself. I gasped when she took the towel off and saw the color of my poor hair! It looks like something out of a cartoon. When I expressed my concern and extreme disappointment she seemed confused and un-phased. She tried to tell me it looked natural although I can't think of anything that looks more fake. I insisted I needed lowlights or something changed as it is not what I asked for at all and she simply was not accommodating. I can't believe they let me walk out of the salon looking the way I did, will certainly never return. Please beware. read more

Veraldi Salon - Extremely fake, when I asked for natural highlights. Beware! - Hair Salons Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This review is for eyebrow threading. I relocated to PGH from Chicago and have been searching a good couple of months for a place to get my brows threaded. I was about to haul it out to Monroeville Mall from Squirrel Hill, but checked YELP and decided to give Junee a try in Oakland. I'm glad I did. Junee has great customer service skills. She asked me how much I wanted off and after she was done asked me if I was pleased with it and even touched up a few spots after a triple inspection. As everyone says, she's super sweet and polite. I highly recommend her. Cash only, $12 + tip. read more

I am extremely happy with Marissa's work! I am always hesitate to go to salon for hair cut and coloring since I have had so many bad experience with stylists who had no idea about how to deal with Asian hairs. However Marissa not only give me the color I asked for, but also did a fantastic job in creating the layers I want! I absolutely LOVE my new hair cut and would definitely go back (like forever...). The price is very reasonable, which is a huge plus for me as a student. read more

Nicole helped me by fixing a bad ombre I paid for at another salon. What one stylist told me would have to be a "manageable yellow" for a month before the second go, Nicole fixed with careful attention and professionalism 2 days after the initial blunder. Next time I will be going straight to her! read more

I hadn't committed to once salon yet since coming to Pittsburgh for school, but when a friend recommended this place to me I decided to check it out - and now I have finally found the stylist I am going to stick with! Not only did she cut my hair really well, just like how I pictured it, but we had a great conversation while she did so, which is really important to me. Nobody wants to just sit there in awkward silence. The staff is very friendly, and it's a cute little salon! read more

I wish i could give 5 stars but the price kinda pinch me cause back in bay area, California its inexpensive.. Though little pricey I must admit its great job done by Junee, I am writing this review only after my second visit cause to let people who are as picky as me to try new places for brows. I have never been so picky ever but after couple of disastrous appointments I never NEVER go to any salon with out doing my home work.. Junee was very patient and suggested what i should do and she was very up front and nice. I highly recommend her!! I see lot of Californians have chipped in :) read more

The salon's sign in the street said "walk-ins welcome", so I did. Turns out that Friday afternoons are one of their busiest. The owner S told me to come back the next day at noon. Not a problem. The next day, I arrived five minutes early and found that there was a mistake in scheduling. My name was on the appointment book, but the stylist I was scheduled with had already booked another customer. She shampooed my hair in a hurry and handed me off to another stylist M. The haircut itself was fine. M and I did some small-talk since it was my first haircut at the salon. She understood what I wanted and did it quickly. Then she wanted to charge me $95. Turns out that she's a special guest stylist who only comes once a month. I don't mind paying $95 for a haircut and I don't doubt M's skills. The problem is communication. At no point was I told that M is a more expensive stylist. The brochure clearly states that women's haircuts are $30-$38. In hindsight, I should have argued, but I was not thick-skinned enough. It did not feel good paying more than twice what I had planned, and i just wanted to get out of there ASAP. Regardless of how great M's skills are, I don't think I will be a repeat customer at this salon. read more

Having just moved to Pittsburgh I was nervous about cutting my hair with a new stylist. A friend recommended Marissa and I could not be happier! The salon itself is quaint and warm. Marissa and two other stylists where there and they were all very friendly. Great atmosphere. I could not be more satisfied with Marisa's work. I have long hair and have had bad experiences with stylists cutting too much off. Marissa was attentive, easy going and really listened to what I wanted. She's a highly skilled stylist and seems like a really cool person too. I highly recommend Marissa and Veraldi. read more

Great place! Nicole cut my hair she did a great job looks just how I wanted it too. Will be coming back for sure.

Veraldi is a great shop that cares about its clientele! I've been going to Leese for a number of years now and what started out as a professional transaction has turned into a friendship because she really does care about her customers and wants you to feel great about how you look when you leave until you're ready for your next cut. She listens to what you want, makes suggestions, and works with you to define and develop the best version of the look you're looking for. If for any reason you're dissatisfied, say something and she'll work with you to find a solution, even if you've left the salon. read more