I booked an appointment with Jay. I found him through TikTok/Instagram .. and honestly wasn't what I expected. I booked for a layered haircut (which at the time was $105). He was overall very nice and the appointment was overall fine. He provided some tips and taught me how to style my hair which I appreciated. The layered cut that I got was not a layered cut I'm used to. I won't deny there were layers but I'm used to having a V-shaped/U-shaped layered cut. After a few days I noticed the back was very ... blunt and "straight" . Additionally, my "sideburn" pieces were extremely uneven. All the stylists I've been to in the past have pulled the hair to the front to ensure evenness, Jay did not. I had left a review on his Booksy page with a photo which he responded and suggested hair can shift at home but this has nothing to do with hair shifting.. he did offer to refine it but Irvine is quite a drive for me and I figured it just wasn't worth it. Also.. the pricing is just WILD. He is now charging $155 for a layered cut with blowout. There are other stylists in the industry who charge WAY less for what you're getting (I know of at least one off the top of my head who has 20+ years of experience and only charges $95 for a haircut+blowout). read more

I've been coming to the salon every month for around 2 years now. My hair stylist's name is Vic, and he's always done a great job with my hair and clearly has a good command of what Styles look good on what head shape and so forth. Over the course the last few years he has gotten increasingly difficult to book with because he is so popular and has so many clients at this point. However he always makes time for me and I really appreciate that. One thing that's important to note is that this is a primarily Mandarin speaking business and I have to speak Mandarin with the majority of the workers here, but they do have English speaking stylists as well. They're also seems to be some other hairstyles who rent a chair here and only come here occasionally, but the full-time staff is all Mandarin speaking. Overall the salon itself is quite modern and chic, and there's always good music playing here. Highly recommend if you are Asian and looking for a Asian hair eccentric salon, which can be pretty hard to come by outside of the Southern California area. read more

Thank you Kimi! I liked my hair cut and digital perm! He taught me different ways to style my hair. He shared what techniques I can do to emphasize the features of my face and not make it look super round. He shared what products to get. Also great head massage. Will come back! read more

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My hairstylist: Kimi Price: $65 I called for an appointment. Originally for Jay but the time didn't work out and the person assured me they have other hairstylist that is also as capable. I did not believe at first but needed a haircut so I said okay. They were very accommodating. I was an hour late due to my dentist taking forever but they said okay to it! I got a random hairstylist right when I walked in. We talked about what I wanted (the bangs!) and what other things he suggest I should have as long as i keep the length of my hair. It turned out so amazing! He took his time to cut my hair, washed my hair, and blow dried it! It was an even cut. I did not expect this cut to turn out so well. First time and definitely would come back. I usually don't like haircut because they don't turn out good and waste of my $40+ but this was well spent $65! 100% would come back. Hidden gem salon! read more

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I had my hair layered by Benxue and he did a great job, my hair looks and feels so much better :) read more

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As you may see from several other reviews, Kimi is an absolutely incredible hair stylist. His attention to detail was is unlike any other barber I've been to. Not to mention, he knew exactly what I needed/was looking for, which is rare in many barbers, only those of an expert level. He is very experienced in Asian hair. I have been to various barbers across Northern and Southern California; Kimi has been the best of them all. A+ Salon is a lovely studio as well- great ambience. read more

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Took my little one to get her hair cut and colored. Jayden surpassed all expectations! Thank you read more

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I have been a client at A+ Salon since November 2024. I found Vic (one of their hair stylists) through Red Note. During my most recent visit, I received highlights, which took approximately 6-7 hours due to my dark hair. The results were stunning, and I was absolutely thrilled with my new hair color (please see the before and after photos). Vic is not only incredibly friendly but also highly knowledgeable. He has been working as a hairstylist for many years. I provided him with a photo of the hair color I desired, and he took the time to explain how my hair would look with various highlight styles. He ensured that I was fully on board with his approach before proceeding. Vic demonstrated a deep understanding of my needs, and I would say that he is one of the best hairstylists I have ever had. I am usually picky when it comes to picking the right hair stylist. I highly recommend Vic for anyone seeking awesome/personal hair services. Please note that Vic's English is not very good. I suggest bringing a friend who speaks Chinese to assist with translation, using Google translate, and/or providing photos or videos of the desired hairstyle and color to ensure clear communication read more

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I took both my son and daughter to cut their hair with Jay. The salon is clean and nice. I couldn't be happier with both cuts. This is the first time my teenager son was happy with his haircut. Jay is great, he listens and cut the hair exactly like we asked and we were extremely happy with the results. Prices are reasonable. We will definitely be back from now on. read more

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Haircut by Will. They filled me in same day and was decently priced! Language barrier but he had an idea of what I wanted and asked me to show a reference pic which is not an issue. I wanted to keep the length, trim my dead ends- I asked for curtain bangs and face framing layers. There's not a lot of dimension/layers in the back like what I wanted but the cut is good enough for me. The shampoo process was the best lol you get a head massage during the wash. Overall job well done. Thank you. read more

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Jay is awesome, been getting haircuts from him for about a year. Very smart and you can tell very experienced, very talented. I have no complaints. read more

Very careful and did exactly what I wanted. Hair stylists were very kind. Very good price too. Would definitely come back!

Just got my hair done today by Will. 20+ years of experience, great customer service. Recommend!

My sister-in-law loves this salon so I decided to get my haircut there while I was in town. I texted them and got a response right away, and they gave me an appointment the next morning. The salon was very clean and inviting, and my stylist was very friendly. There was a language issue but I came prepared with a picture to show him what I wanted. He gave me an amazing hair wash with a scalp massage, and an equally wonderful haircut that was exactly what I wanted. It was a wonderful experience and very affordable ($65). I'll definitely be back. read more

I chose designer Vic for my haircut, and his skills are highly professional, modern, and creative. He designs hairstyles based on your face shape and also listens to your preferences, he is very easy and pleasant to communicate with. The haircuts he gives always turn out great--easy to manage, smooth, and youthful. Highly recommend Vic! read more

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Definitely recommend!! I LOVEEEEE MY HAIR!! Kimi did such a great job perfecting my hair. I'm the type of person that worries and makes sure that my hair is perfect!! I have asian thin hair so it always worries me, but Kimi made sure I get out of that salon loving my hair!! He did such a great job doing the color and haircut that I wanted!! THANK YOU KIMI!! Will definitely be coming back!! read more

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I called for an appointment as I have been sticking to A+ salon flever since last year. However, my previous hair stylists: Kaison and Harry, were no longer working there. Since I have never had a bad experience at A+, I still trusted that whoever was gonna cut my hair would do great! So I have a new hairstylist: Jay, who did an amazing job on my hair! I told him my concerns and the style I want to achieve (I am growing out my hair) and he explained everything so well!. If you want an english speaking stylists then ask for Jay! He is fluent in English and has 9 years of experience! He is really great with actualizing what you want! He also gives recommendations on what would fit your hair type/length. Looking forward to coming back when my hair groes out more! read more

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Thank you Vic for my amazing hair color I love it! 5 days ago I had a haircut with the owner ( I do not know his name) I love my hair cut as well. I highly recommend A+ salon read more

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I have been going to this salon for a while. I originally found them through the Chinese app Xiao Hong Shu, and the salon owner used to do my color every month. However, he became very busy and often answered phone calls during my appointment. He would also switch people two or three times while doing my color, which I really didn't like. I prefer to stay with one person who understands my hair and color history. Because of this, I decided to switch to Will. The first time with Will was okay, the second time was fine, but the third visit was terrible. I went for a root touch-up, and he recommended a $120 scalp treatment. I agreed to try it if he could do it well, but it turned out to be a bad experience. He brought out a machine but didn't know how to use it--someone else had to help him start it. He only worked for a few minutes, mostly touching my hair instead of my scalp, so I asked him to stop. When I asked if he had done scalp treatments before, he said he didn't really have much experience with scalp treatments. That made me very uncomfortable, especially since he was charging extra for it. He also seemed more interested in selling expensive services than focusing on doing a good job. On top of that, the towel he used on my head smelled terrible. When I asked him why, he said they washed towels last night but maybe they didn't dry completely. That's not acceptable for a professional salon. I also saw another stylist finish with a customer and hang a used cape (coat) on a clean area. When I asked if they wash the cape after each client, he didn't answer clearly. Overall, it was a very disappointing experience. The hygiene and service quality made me feel uncomfortable, and I won't be returning. read more

My wife started coming to A+ Salon to get her hair cut about a year or so ago, she said that they also have services here for men, after seeing her get her trim from A+ I figured what the hell they're close by why not give it a try. Normally I would drive all the way from Irvine to Garden Grove to go to my regular place, but that was a good part of my morning wasted going back and forth through traffic. I decided to schedule an appointment with A+ for a haircut for my son and I on the same day, they were able to fit us in on a weekend which was great as my work schedule has been extremely busy so I appreciated they were able to work us in at a convenient time that worked for me. Once there I described what kind of haircut I wanted to Vic, and also pulled a picture from a previous haircut, he was able to cut it the way I want for me and my boy. They were able to cut a nice fade which I truly liked, and make minor adjustments along the way until I was satisfied. The Salon itself is very spacious, brightly lit, and most importantly clean. There are also these really cool statue things around that gave it a nice vibe. Make sure to say hi to the owner if you drop in, my wife introduced him to me, saying that he's always around and he's an extremely friendly gentleman. read more

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Great environment! Great stylist! Great service! Friendly and strongly recommend to both male and female/family and anyone to have a style change and boost their mood day & night. Looking for Vic! Vic has been a stylist for over 18+ years! From modern styles to vintage styles! A+Salon! @Irvine, CA read more

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I had a haircut with Vic. Despite a bit of a wait, he did amazingly on the hair cut, not only followed instructions, but also showed me tricks on how to blow dry my hair so they stay where I want them to. Even today, my hair has been behaving very well. I don't usually like styling my hair with products, so this is exactly what I want. I'll definitely be going back for future haircuts. Vic knows what he's doing, especially on Asian hairstyles! Highly recommended! read more

Barber recognized my hair concerns and took it seriously. My hair is pretty thin and can be hard to style and shape correctly (Asian hair). The barber was very familiar with my hair type. read more

Received another haircut from Jay! I got tired and bored of long hair so I decided to chop it off for a 90's lob for the fall season. Jay is professional, skilled, and such a delight. Again, I received many positive feedback from friends! I highly recommend Jay as he can do many hairstyles! read more

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Wow! This salon is too good to be true! My normal salon couldn't fit me in for a month, so I stopped by and A+ scheduled me in for later the same day. Eternally grateful! The stylist was kind, precise, and gave my long hair a haircut that was better than I even imagined it could be. Beautiful work! Honestly better than the most expensive salons, and I was done in an hour. I'm so happy :) Will definitely be back! read more

Yesterday I went to this salon recommended by my friend to get my hair colored and cut. The stylist first applied essential oils to my entire head to protect my scalp and nourish my hair. I had my hair dyed six months ago. The stylist carefully applied the dye twice. The color was even and I loved it! I have a lot of hair, but the stylist is also very careful to help me cut layer by layer, the hair is very layered, just the way I want. It was a great experience, the stylist was very professional and will be back again read more

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Had a great experience here. Called to book an appointment for the next day and was told if I had time today I could come in too. Same day appointments are heavenly. Will took the time to ask me what i wanted, really listened, asked again to confirm what i wanted, and executed flawlessly. Hair cut was $65. read more

1000/10 request Jay all day every day. I hadn't changed my hair in 10+ years because I just didn't know what to do with it. I went to Jay not expecting anything and ended up with an immaculate transformation it's like when you go to get your hair done and all your life nothing ever looks great and you just settle. This is the opposite Jay is a master at handling hair, he knows what looks good and how to give you the hair of your dreams. Been to at least 50-60 stylists over my life never really felt great about my hair after, but I just was amazed. Not to mention he is so friendly and such good vibes all around. I would gatekeep, but honestly he's such a gem and I'm sure there's someone like me out there where you you just don't know who to trust with your hair, trust me this whole experience is going to scream finally! read more

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Jay was an amazing hair stylist! very personable and gave my hair so much life and texture! i wanted a lot of layers and i fully enjoyed the service here and recommend Jay to anyone!! read more

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I came in for a perm and a haircut to which when I saw Jays instagram I thought very highly of their work which was well represented in their social media. Jay was very nice and very hospitable throughout the process. So here comes the not so great part, I had an appointment that started 15-20 minutes late with no apology or acknowledgment. By the time we got started, it already felt rushed--especially towards the end, when other clients were being helped during what was still supposed to be my appointment time. After the perm, Jay barely even cut my hair, which is very important after perming to make it look nice and takes a lot of time. However, I was still charged 50$ for a haircut that I felt i didn't even receive. I went to another barber for help and they even said that the stylist did not cut my hair at all and just trimmed my sides. They even noted that Jay curled my one section of my hair the wrong way and how he pretty much just permed my hair and charged me for a haircut. Unfortunately I made the mistake of not speaking up immediately because it was clear there wasn't time left to address anything properly and other clientele were showing up and being attended too. I also made the mistake of assuming that Jay had already cut my hair and this was just the process but ultimately I left feeling really ugly about myself and my cut. If I spend 230$ (150$ for perm, 50$ for a haircut, and 30$ for tip) I could just hope that the stylist will have me leaving feeling really great about myself. I sat in my car post treatment feeling really bad about myself and insecure to the point that I had to go to another person to help fix my hair since I have a very important event in my life this weekend. When I followed up afterward, I was told no refund would be given since I didn't raise concerns during the appointment--despite the obvious scheduling issues, being rushed and the lack of hair that was actually cut. I asked for a refund for only the haircut portion of the treatment since I felt that my hair was not even cut at all and just trimmed at the ear. Jay barely touched my bangs or any hair at the top of my head and didn't even try to blend any of it. There was hair sticking from the sides of my head which just looked really messy and felt incomplete because there was so much volume left on my head. I did ask that a video of the appointment not be posted, and while they did agree to delete it, the overall lack of accountability was disappointing and saddening. From the picture, you can see the post perm and "cut", the reference photo to which the hair is lying flat, If you are looking for a perm, please ensure that it is with a stylist who respects your time and communicates proactively, I'd consider looking elsewhere. ---------- In reply to the comment, the photo of my hair after the barber cut it was NOT what I wanted at all, I had to cut my hair off because of how bad the perm was done. The curls were going in the complete wrong direction as you can see in the pictures and do not look anything like the reference photo. I grew out my hair for 6 months and wanted a wolfcut type perm, and because it was so severely off from the photo I had to make the hard decision to cut my hair off because it did not look great. I know stylists work very hard as I am an artist myself. Because I am an artist and designer I know my work must always be 100% and something that I am confident in. The lack of accountability from the stylist and the pushing of all the blame on the customer is quite astounding to say the least. You can make the judgement yourself from the reference photo to my hair and see who was clearly in the wrong. Again I could not believe the stylist would shift the blame to the customer once again after seeing the comparison to my hair and the reference. Please ensure you're choosing the right person for your hair who is going to give you 100% and not cut you short and expect you to say nothing. read more

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Mr Magu is only hairstylist that can do my hair. I've been going to A+ for 4 years. I have naturally wavy, dry and thick hair. No matter haircut, coloring, perm, he always understands my need, gives advice and does perfect job. read more

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Jay is an absolutely amazing stylist. I asked for him to create a style that would pop. He delivered! read more

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My first time at this salon today and I had a wonderful experience. I got a big chop- waist length hair to a pixie cut and my hair stylist did such a great job. I love how it turned out and have gotten so many compliments already. Service included a very thorough and relaxing wash and cut and was $65. The salon itself is also beautiful and clean. I would definitely recommend A+ Salon to my friends and family! read more

I had an amazing experience at this salon. I tried a new haircut here and it went really well! Their stylists are intentional and care about their craft. I recommend Will as he was great. I will definitely be coming back :) read more

Great Experience with Vic! Did one bleach and one color. Vic is very patient, the bleach process was very smooth. Love the color a lot!!! read more

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Jay is an amazing hairstylist! His expertise in face framing and what volume + length fits my features the best is super impressive! Very friendly as well. His happy disposition adds to the fun and trendy atmosphere of the salon. read more

Shoutout to Vic! Set up an appointment ahead of time, awesome experience! Good communication regarding requests and questions before beginning the cut and a thorough and relaxing head massage/wash. The cut itself was swift and comfortable, with a brisk styling at the end. Will be coming back and would definitely recommend! 点名一下威克老师！ 理发前的沟通和交流做的很到位，洗头发时也很注意细节！理发过程高效，没有过多的重复或多余的动作，手法精湛娴熟，值得推荐！ read more

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My boy is happy, his favorite character is a part of decoration at the salon, so he got it on his head The hair was cut quickly and well done. Fully satisfied! read more

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I was looking for a good stylist for male Asian hair, and A+ Salon will be my go-to salon from now on. The owner is super knowledgeable and quickly understands exactly what I want. He is also very experienced in doing perms! read more

Excellent work from Vic. He made it very natural yet stylish! I can tell that he is a true professional. read more

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