Best Hair Salons In San Francisco

“Absolutely love my haircut! Arthur really listened to what I wanted and nailed it. Super friendly, great vibe, and I left feeling amazing!“

“Habitat is the best! I've been going to Chauntae for as long as I can recall, and she always does an amazing job. And on top of the quality styling you'll get, you also get the privilege of getting your hair cut in a welcoming, hip, and vibrant space that's always a joy to visit. I think Habitat is a really special place, and when you see the staff interact with both customers and the community, its obvious that just about everyone else agrees.“

“Great haircut experience, Andrew did an incredible job. Excellent attention to detail and brought my hair vision to life. Highly recommend!“

“So impressed. Sammie fixed a horrendous cut from a very expensive Instagram loved salon, for half the price of any other salon this quality of haircut in SF or LA. She is fast and you’ll have to wait, she’s very popular. But she has 30 years of experience and takes her work very seriously and it shows. I feel like myself again, thank you Sammie!

She understood everything I expressed - from my texture (wavy), to the shape I wanted, to how deeply cut my bangs were and she nailed it. This was especially not lost on me after the previous salon did literally the opposite - ruining my texture, doing the opposite of what I asked in terms of cut, etc. I spent a lot of time with chatGPT beforehand and Pinterest to make sure I knew what to express I wanted, and she really got it. I’m so impressed and I’ve finally found my salon in California after moving here from NYC.“

“One of the best salon/barbers in the Bay Area that has kept me coming back for 3+ years

Hair type: Men’s hair, short, thick

Stylist: Franz Jeremy“

“Had a great experience with Linda! It's hard to find a great haircut at a fair price in the Marina. Highly recommend and I will be returning!“

“moved here about 8 months ago and honestly finding a new stylist is always such a struggle… but judea and her team at little sparrow made it sooo easy. she got exactly what i wanted, she’s super talented, fast, and always so sweet. i loved her work so much i started booking my boyfriend’s appointments with her too. 10/10 recommend!“

“Ana is the best—truly. Do yourself a favor and book with her. I came in after a haircut I wasn’t loving and was seriously considering chopping all my hair off. Ana kept me grounded and helped me make the right call. Now my hair isn’t too short, I have zero regrets, and it looks so much better. I can even wear it without styling—something I didn’t think was possible after my last cut.

What sets Ana apart is her deep understanding of hair—how it moves, how it sits, and how to bring out its best without forcing it. On top of all that, she’s just a wonderful human being. I won’t go anywhere else.“

“I have used Helen Lee for years ! Started with her in New York City and now using her in SF . I have never had anyone understand exactly what I needed , the way she does . My highlights are perfection and the cut gives the layers I’ve coveted forever . She is a true technician!! If I didn’t LIVE here I’d travel here to have her do my hair . She’s fabulous . Incidentally , I had gone to her at YoYo Salon before following her to Bliss . And Bliss is a perfect name for what she has given me !!! Thank you , Helen….“

“This salon is hands down the best one I've been to in the bay- Hector was incredible as was his assistant (Kenya?!). They made me feel so comfortable and beautiful. I felt pampered the entire time, and seeing Hector truly enjoying himself styling, cutting, and coloring my hair made me feel so confident! They are all so kind and easy to be with so the vibe in the studio is so warm. I can't wait to show off my new long bob, and have all my friends come here“

“Blair is super professional and really knows what she’s doing. I felt totally in the best hands. This was my second time going and the results are amazing. So easy to trust her!“

“I had a great haircut with Mai! She was extremely detailed and worked well with long, thick Asian hair. I got layers with face framing pieces and cut off 4 inches. Besides that, the salon is beautiful and has a relaxing vibe“

“joseph is truly a master of his craft.

i came in seeking vibrant, multidimensional red hair with added length. he truly delivered. he custom-blended tones, added extra hair for fullness, and shaped a look that feels cinematic, bold, and uniquely mine.

his attention to detail, intuitive sense of color, & care for the entire experience made me feel understood and celebrated. the space itself felt like a sanctuary, calm, intentional, and creatively alive. i left feeling not only transformed, but recharged.

whether you’re stepping into your icon era or just want color that elevates your presence, joseph’s artistry is unmatched.

joe is the realest!“

“Principle is excellent but my review is specific to the wonderful Erin S.

I've been going to Erin S. for over a year now, and she has built up an incredible amount of trust with me through several haircuts and color sessions. She is extremely intuitive, always knowing exactly what I want even when I’m not sure how to articulate it. Whether it's a fresh cut or a new color, she consistently delivers results that are even better than I envisioned. Her attention to detail and ability to understand my style preferences make each visit a great experience. I highly recommend Erin S. for anyone looking for a stylist who listens, understands, and delivers every time.“

“I moved to the area a few months ago and was looking for a new stylist. Gino stood out to me with his bio and previous work so I scheduled an appointment and I'm so happy I did! The salon is small but bright and welcoming and the people are equally as bright and welcoming. Gino is great at collaboration and suggesting new styles/colors to check out and is always ready to answer any product or styling questions I might have. He's also great for ideas about what to do in the area! Love this place!“

“Shoutout to Melissa, who has taken care of my haircuts since I moved to the city. She's been highly knowledgeable, friendly, and creative with the cuts she's given me over the past year, and I have never been dissatisfied. The shop is very clean. Also, the stylists and front desk employees are very friendly. It's a shame I'll need to find a new barbershop once I move out of the city, but I'm glad I could patronize this Public Barber location during my time there.“

“Heidi was wonderful and helped explain how to best cut and style our kid’s specific hair type.“

“You have your stylist. You want them to listen to you, to be kind and friendly and to give you a great haircut and advise you about your hair. I had a good stylist who left and I have long curly hair that I have been letting grow but I was ready for a layering and clean up. I spent about one month cycling through all the reviews and salon websites I could find in the city. Back in the day, I would call a popular salon like Di Pietro and have a conversation with the person answering the phone bc in a hood salon, they know the stylists and help you pick someone but nowadays I don't sense that most salons have the staff or ensure that someone knowledgeable is booking appts. so you are mostly on your own. For me, I found that many salons and stylists had mixed reviews or were outrageous $$$ and if the reviews are not consistently excellent why would you think to spend $$$ After some time, I found David Bui's name and salon and his reviews were all excellent and he also specialized in longer curly/wavy hair so I made an appt and I was so happy I did. I felt welcomed, he listened to me and what I wanted, he was super friendly polite professional and sincere in wanting to make me happy with my haircut. He cut away the poof and have the layers and trim I wanted. Most people want to have a go to stylist they trust and feel comfortable with which is not easy. Many salons have closed so ai think there are people looking for stylists to go to. The salon is in a really nice building, they have street parking right outside and I was able to find parking immediately. They even had some holiday snacks and libations. I left feeling happy with my cut and very comfortable and thats really important to me because I know what I want. David is delightful and did a great job. In case anyone else is out there looking for a new stylist especially if you have long or longer hair and have any kind of wave or curl. Heartfelt thanks to David!“

“I have had my roots straightened since 2014. Since moving to SF, I was struggling to find somewhere to permanently straighten (Japanese straighten) my roots since so many places seemed to have such mixed reviews or were insanely out of my price range (5x more than what I use to pay back home!). I had about 7 months of regrowth. HK Mona did an amazing job for a reasonable price. My hair is healthy and easy to manage again. Thank you! ♥️“

“Haircut looks just as perfect on the second day. Length perfectly fits my needs, and is at just the right length below the shoulders so it does not flare out. Tom worked like a master artist and was extremely detail oriented. Super happy and will return again. :)“

“Lindsey was stylist and I LOVED her!!! I am always skeptical when trying someone new as I have curly hair and have had many not great haircuts. But when I find someone that can cut my hair AND is a great and just nice person to chat with, it's a double win. I travel for work and change locations every 3 months but if I am ever back in the area, I will definitely come back here. Highly recommend Lindsey for cutting curls well.“

“I had an amazing experience at the Pirate salon! From the moment I walked in, Tanya was welcoming and professional. She took the time to listen to exactly what I wanted and gave me the perfect haircut. The atmosphere was relaxing, and I felt completely taken care of. I also couldn’t get enough of her adorable dog—such a cute addition to the salon! I left feeling refreshed and confident with my new look. Highly recommend this salon to anyone looking for great service and a fantastic haircut!“

“Come here for your haircuts! Super affordable spot with wonderful owners. Ken and Deborah are great people who will do you right. Definitely coming back.“

“Loved my experience and really love my cut. Daniela really listened to what I wanted and also gave me so much great information about how to care for my hair in between sessions! Really appreciate being able to use Venmo! Makes it so easy.“

“I have been going to Bianca since Studio 81 opened, she has completely transformed my hair. I love that she genuinely cares about the work she does and continues to learn new methods and try different product only to make your experience that much better!“