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Fantastic Sams

3.8 (197 reviews)
InexpensiveHair Salons
Open • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Marissa S.

I couldn't get an appointment with my usual stylist at her place of business, and needed my hair cleaned up for an event coming up. Making an appointment here online was easy, I picked any stylist because I assumed what I needed was easy enough. I got there early and they took me in early. From walking in to walking out the door, the entire interaction and haircut took 10 minutes. All I needed was my undercut cleaned up and a bang trim. The stylist didn't have me take my hair down, didn't try to clip it back or anything, just went at it with the clippers. She got it down to the length I needed but didn't clean up the line where it met my hair so there is uneven length, and managed to take a small chunk out of my regular length hair, which I didn't notice until I got in the car and readjusted my bun. My sideburns were also shaved and uneven in length and angle on both sides. Bang trim was fine, shaped wrong but acceptable. Charged $30 for this, not happy. Went home and it took a solid 20 minutes to get most of the hair clippings off me because they didn't put a paper collar on or do any cleanup or wipe down after the fact. Didn't get the stylist's name, but wouldn't return here.

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Sharon L.

Excellent Service. Beautiful results. Friendly. Love my stylist Cathy - Cat. Quality work in a really reasonable amount of time.. not there all day. Add the deep conditioning, it's worth it.

Michele L.

This Brea location had steady customers while I was there this morning. They already had customers waiting as soon as they opened at 9am. Jenny has a great eye for hair. I could tell she has a lot of experience. She had great suggestions and I felt confident with her coloring and highlights. The deep conditioning makes your hair so soft and silky. I would recommend her The hair stylists wear masks while they are working. They all seem very professional while they worked. They had their regulars and knew their names. That's always a good sign. They listen to their customers and take great care with what they want done. And, they care extra care when shampooing as well. While I was there, they were constantly cleaning up and sweeping the areas. Overall, this location is great!

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10 years ago

I love getting my haircut here and Sally is the best. I always leave here with a great cut and a good style.

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11 years ago

Did not take my coupon overcharge me a senior I don't feel there are honest so am not going back to this women

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11 years ago

Love this place & always have Mary C cut & shape my hair. !!! Very reasonable too, which allows me to go more often. Try it!

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14 years ago

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9 years ago

Nice haircut, quick service, and enjoyable shampoo/head massage! Definitely a good FS!

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11 years ago

Just went here for the first time yesterday and was glad I did. They provided fast and friendly service and did a great job on my hair.

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10 years ago

I just went and she ruined my bangs now I have to wait for them to grow out. Won't ever be coming back again.

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12 years ago

I have been going to Fantastic Sams for several years with my son and daughter. They have always done a "Fantastic" job!

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11 years ago

It is really hard when your favorite hair dresser doesn't work there anymore, and they won't tell you where she went.

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11 years ago

I just brought my 6 yr. old son for a fohawk, laeticia did such a great job! We loved his new do! We will be back for sure. Thanks!!

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11 years ago

Debbie did a fantastic job on Kate's hair. Mary did a wonderful job on Dyan's hair. Hair cut color and style. Thanks ladies.

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11 years ago

I've been coming here for years. None of the regular beauticians were there today. What's up?

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Review Highlights - Fantastic Sams

“Sally, who owns the place, Nancy, who's always fun to talk to and joke around with and Jenny are all wonderful.”

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The day before New Year's, I called to inquire about cost & made an appointment for a haircut. I…read morewas told I'd be seeing Jacque Jan. 2nd at noon. When I arrived & checked in, I could tell there was an issue; my appointment wasn't on their books. Ugh. Thankfully, Jacque had the receptionist fit me in & I didn't even wait long or feel rushed. Phew! This could've gone south fast, but I'm so glad they did the right thing - now THAT'S excellent customer service! Jacque asked what I was looking for, we talked, I even showed her a couple pictures, & she made recs to fit my hair type & face, as well. During my cut, I was very relaxed & at ease. Her assistant was so sweet to even make me a warm cup of coffee, which was perfect for the rainy weather outside. The music was so my style... I even told her I haven't heard Missy in so long! It felt like New Year's in there & I love how it was still so festive with holiday decor all around! Thanks for a great experience, Associated Hair - I'll be back!

Booked with Noel Picco, was even sent a reminder the day before and 30 minutes before my haircut I…read moreget a call from her assistant that she won't be in due to feeling sick. I would have appreciated it at least an hour before and not while Im on my way over. Appt is at 8am but times listed in Yelp are salon open at 10 so would she have been on time or open at all? It's inconsiderate and inconvenient. I won't be doing services with her anymore. Don't have early mornings available if you're not going to show up to do your job. I specifically chose that time for a reason.

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Still loving Annie as much or even more then when I first started going to her…read more Post covid times has been very nice to have only her working on my hair without an assistant. She's like me, a perfectionist that cares about every single little detail, so if you're anything like me, I like my hair to be a specific way and she always hits the mark. If i get nervous during the appointment about it not looking the way I want it, she's always open to listening, reassuring me, fixing anything that might be off, or being honest and letting me know why my visions may be unrealistic in just one sitting. She's truly an artist and born to do what she does. I trust her judgment and always leave her appointments feeling more confident with not just my hair but my life struggles we talk about throughout my appointment hehe. She's a very busy person so please remember to book your appointments well in advance and be patient as you should with any service person but know that she really cares about her clients and will fit you in and accommodate any changes that you might need within reason. I've been going to her for more than five years now and her prices are reasonable for the industry of beauty :,) you get what you pay for and you pay for quality here. Just be detailed and specific about what you want, what you dislike, and understand and ask questions nicely if you have any concerns. Fair warning, if you want a hair stylist that doesn't talk to you or you need to get somewhere after your appointment, she does run late and does care about relationships with her clients and likes to chat. I'm someone who expects to spend the full day at the salon since my hair is thick and it takes about 6-7 hours to get this type of work done. I go in every 6 months and will bring work with me or something to kill time when I'm waiting around for processing and if she happens to run late. She's very clean and the studio is well lit and has nice aesthetics. Happy to say I won't be needing a new hair stylist soon. Although I do have to drive extra to her after moving, I like her work, her personality, her attention to the questions and concerns I have.

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4.9(507 reviews)
5.8 mi
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Women-owned & operated
Free consultations

I've been to Mina twice now and I had amazing experiences both times. I first went for a haircut…read morewithout any direction and asked if she could make suggestions based on my hair type, face shape, preference for maintenance, etc. She took the time to offer suggestions based on my preferences and let me know the pros and cons of each decision - like more wispy layers means more styling Even after the haircut she gave me tips on how to style my new hair and what products to use to give it the chunky piece-y look I was going for. The second time I went for a hair color appointment and it was just as quality of a service. We talked through color options before she settled me in with the iPad and a coffee. I usually react to hair dye formulas so I've accepted it as part of the experience if I want my hair colored. But I walked out without any staining on my face and no reactions either. It was honestly such a great experience I can't wait to go back and do something else!!

Pro and Con. Pro:…read more - The online booking system makes it a clean easy way to schedule your appointment. Con: - Also the online booking system. It isn't clear from Yelp when you are going to hear back and if your appointment is booked until you jump through several hoops. It's only after you do all that that its clear. Pro: - The person cutting seems professional and sweet Con: - Absolutely EXPENSIVE. $90 starting price and up depending on the needs. I get that but she charged my daughter $120. For what? Because her hair was long. OK, if we had special needs or she wanted to cut a lot, etc. maybe it's more work. However, we just cut 2 inches all the way and had bangs. That's it. Nothing else. No color. Nothing. In what way does her long hair make a difference? it doesn't. It was a rip off and my daughter said 2 days later after giving it time that it was only Mehhhh.

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