I really like my haircuts from Nami! I've been getting my haircuts from Nami for the past 8 months or so after I found this place from Yelp and I highly recommend her. I always find it really hard to explain exactly how I want my hair to look because even when I find examples to show the hairstylist, I either don't want it exactly like the photo, or (more often than not) the person in the photo has hair/headshape different from mine so I'm never going to look just like that. I've come to realize that every hairstylist is going to have their own "style" if you will, and the haircuts they do will reflect that style. I really appreciate Nami's style and the way my haircuts turn out even for little things that are hard to explain such as the back. If I had to describe it in regards to my own requests (I do a side part), I would say she's great at flowy, modern cuts that look clean but still have a natural feel to them. She's also great at listening to requests. I often like mixing up my haircut a tiny bit and she'll offer suggestions and we'll have a discussion on various possibilities. Lastly, besides doing great haircuts she's also just fun to talk to, I always enjoy talking to her so that's a bonus. Reservations are done via their website where you'll find available times and pricing. Parking is easy, there's a huge parking lot in back that's shared with a row of retail buildings, just look for the two story building with the Sansai Japanese Grill. read more

Very easy booking process! Nami did an amazing job . No wait right on time , got there and the service started on time and ended on time. Clean establishment, she cleaned all her tools before starting . Showed her a photo of what we wanted , which was the flow cut and she nailed it ! She gave us pointers on what products to use etc., we will definitely be going back . Loved the building , was able to grab some coffee while we were waiting and check out the Lego collectors store. It's was very tranquil . There is plenty of parking outside , first 90 minutes are free. read more

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Amazing! This was the first time in "29" years of living where the person cutting my hair actually listened to me. I told Ryan I wanted to cover my widows peak and he did an amazing job! He also fixed this cow lick I have that absolutely zero stylist could ever figure out. I finally found a place I'll go back to from now on. Also, it was only $45! Everywhere else charges 100+ and they make me look like a 12-year-old. I will B Back 2 B Side U read more

William cut my girlfriend's and my hair on consecutive appointments. I, we havent found anyone as competent as William is in cutting our hair. from cutting my hair first to giving my girlfriend a scissors cut next from the same person is amazing. William is very friendly and personable having non stop conversation while having a hair cut. I, we will only go to William at B Side U for our hair care needs. outstanding service. read more

Found my new spot! This location was able to squeeze me in as a walk in and I did not even have to wait. Nice clean and friendly little spot right in the middle of a nice walking area. William was very detailed and attentive to the cut, making sure I was comfortable. Ambiance was fantastic, almost fell asleep in the chair! lol will definitely coming back, definitely try B Side U for your next cut and ask for William! Be seeing you! read more

Not just for the boys! I Made a last minute appointment here with Ryan today and he did not disappoint. I'm growing out my short pixie and wanted a tapered fade with lots of texture on top. I had an inspo photo and Ryan took his time and delivered exactly what I asked for! So glad I found this salon. read more

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It was my 1st time and it did not disappoint. It's very hard to look for a new barber let alone trust one but Carl did a heck of a job with my hair. Told him what I want and he executed it to the T! The shop is very clean and everyone is nice. Looking forward to my next appointment with him. I highly recommend tbis place. read more

I got a haircut with Nami. She is very nice and personable. Gave me a consult before making any cuts. She made some suggestions which I went with because she is the professional. She used clippers first then washed hair then finished with scissors. She was very careful and attentive during the cut. I was happy with the outcome. Will see her again in a month or two. She knows what I mean. The place is pretty quiet so nice and calming. read more

I've been to both locations and both are great! I received my haircut from Ryan. The cut was exceptional and he was friendly. Strongly recommend coming here if looking around the area for a cut. Clean, professional, and great location and service! Thanks again, Ryan. read more

I visit Fiona regularly. Just have to repeat that her manner and confidence with the scissors is superb. She's quiet, gentle and always does a great job on my thick locks. I leave the salon with wide smile. Sometimes I find the music rather loud....particularly if there's only one other person there. Fiona turned it down for me yesterday so I could communicate with her, just a bit. Honestly? We both like to be quiet and concentrate on the maestro: her! 100% recommended. I dread moving out of town and losing her one of these days. read more

Went in again this time got a cut from Ryan. He did an excellent job! Seems like everyone at this shop does a phenomenal job. They take their time to make sure every cut is done to a high level of excellence. Highly recommended this location for a great haircut. read more

Great service. Nice, friendly clean and professional! Will definitely be getting my hair done here regularly!

Never paid over $20 for my haircut but boy can I say that the extra cost I paid was well worth the level of service and care that JJ took with my haircut. Left the store feeling pampered and like a new man. My girlfriend agrees. Def coming back. read more

This is my second time at B Side U and I had the pleasure of having Nami assist me both times :) She is an amazing/talented stylist! Super down to earth and provides a great customer experience~ I also have receding/thinning hair and she always does an amazing job even though I give her nothing to work with lol I get many compliments about my hairstyle and I highly recommend her! read more

Wow! The precision and attention to detail on these cuts is amazing. My son's hair looks great and the fades I saw on other guys were equally impressive. Locations is inside the Collonade (indoor shop area) on Lake Ave. parking lot in the rear. Two seats if you need a place to wait...or why not walk around? read more

Ask for Nami! I'll be back. See you soon! Extreme attention to detail. Very professional Clean space Got the service I wanted. read more

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Well done and detailed, thorough and accurate. Nice, quiet space with good people. Prompt and on time.

I was in the area looking to cut my one year olds hair and the place I was recommended was appointment only so I did a quick search on yelp and came across b side u. Based off the pictures online this seemed like a good place for a styled cut, I came in as a walk in on a Monday afternoon and Ryan helped me out no hesitations. Showed him a picture of what I wanted for my son which was an all scissor cut and it came out better than what I had shown. This was my son's second haircut ever and he didn't cry or make a fuss, extremely calm zen and welcoming environment and all that reflected in my child's behavior. Seemed a bit expensive at first for a kids cut but I'll definitely come back whenever my son needs another trim thanks Ryan read more

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Always an amazing cut by Nami Really like the product they use in my hair too! Can't wait for my next cut read more

Great experience. Very polite staff and very professional. I was very happy. The place is clean and inviting. Highly recommended.

Got a same-day appointment with Maggie because my usual guy is away for the next couple months. Was a little tentative, but was actually pretty easy. Showed Maggie kind of what I was looking for and showed an example from her portfolio on the Bside site and we were off. I actually think she did a better job than my regular guy! read more

My boyfriend had a go to barber already but I was in the mood for him to try a new place. I came across B Side U on Yelp due to the great reviews and selected Fiona to be the one to cut the boyfriend's hair. Fiona seems quiet and sweet and she did a good job on his haircut. As I was there as an observer, I noticed another hair stylist Jay, was very pleasant and seems to have a great personality. If the boyfriend doesn't mind going back to this location next time, I may go ahead and book with Jay. There was one more gentleman, and I didn't catch his name. Phone call after phone call while he had a client. Never excused himself once or apologized for walking away. I cringed for the client as he sat at his seat just waiting for him to come back. After his client left, that stylist went ahead and plopped down on the same seat and was glued to his phone. This is someone who I may not really want to deal with. read more

Fast and fresh. I was in and out in 30 minutes, and the fade is perfect. Very skilled staff and reasonable prices. I'll definitely be back.

Visited B Side U last week and had my hair done by Fiona. She was great and did exactly what I wanted. I'd definitely go back!

Hi Jacob He is the best. He did an amazing job with my haircut. Go get a haircut with Jacob read more

Great quality haircut Second time here and will keep coming back Easy parking and place is always clean and great vibe read more

Fiona is the absolute best. She can make your hairstyle how you want or can recommend something. Amazing person. Thank you Fiona.

Fiona did an amazing job on my son's haircut. He had a very specific vision and went from shoulder length hair to very short. She was kind and precise. The prices are higher than many but if you want an amazing haircut you can't go wrong. read more

I originally wanted to get a trim and tried this place out of the blue because I needed to get cleaned up for a wedding I had coming up. This place exceeded my expectations and provided great service. Their stylists have a keen eye for detail and the service is exceptional. I'm usually the type of person to have a short haircut and whatever I wake up and roll out of bed with that day, I'm rocking. Instead, Jay helped me out immensely and was so kind in helping me style my hair. He even gave me tips on how to style my hair for the next time I try on my own. Even more so, his kindness went as far as allowing me to visit him the next day before the wedding I was attending to style my hair again. I won't lie, I kind of looked pretty great for the wedding! This place is amazing and I highly recommend checking this place out. I definitely will be coming back soon for future haircuts! Shout out to Jay! Thank you!! read more

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Best haircut I've ever received. Ken is a master of his craft. Also I love the shop's overall vibe.

cut my bangs way too short, asked for texture and layering and instead got bland blended flat hair, my result looks nothing like the reference photo, my barber even styled it differently from the reference photo. i paid $45 to look horrible and i have prom today. very dissapointed. read more

Ken did a great job with my son's hair! He understands how hair falls and how to style hair accordingly. read more

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Maggie gave me an amazing haircut! Will definitely come back here next time! Easy to book, very friendly, great customer service

Ryan replaced Jay's chair and he is almost as good as Jay. Ryan listened to my cutting style requests and fulfilled them expertly. I really like Ryan's quest for perfection and attention to details. I highly recommend Ryan. read more

I would definitely recommend Nami for a haircut. She was very professional, and knew exactly what to do after I showed her a photo of what I wanted. She also took the time to address any issues or options during the session to make sure I was happy throughout the process. Would come back next time! read more

It was great, good service, really enjoyed it! Thank you so much for the service. Really great price too and good customer service.

My son and I have been coming here for several months now. The new location (just a few doors down from the original) is clean and inviting. Nice comfortable chairs in the waiting area and R&B or low-fi music in the background. Appointments are easy to make online thru their website and via Yelp! Parking is generally plenty in the back (Del Mar and Mentor) too. Just look for the SanSai signage and enter inside. While my hair is thick and kept short, my son's hair is thinner and he's been growing it out. No matter the style and type, both are kept clean and stylish by Jacob. read more

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Great haircut by Maggie. Super patient and kind! They also have a really calm atmosphere and clean up often

I just got my second cut this time from Rowan who is really fun and sweet and did an amazing job with my fade. I'll definitely be hitting her up the next time I'm here! read more

Hands down, best haircut I have gotten. Nami's attention to detail is amazing and the experience was calm and relaxing.