I've been getting my haircut at Geary Salon for 7+ years now and I've also recommended them to a dozen+ of my friends. They're consistent and listen very well to what I want. I primarily get cut by Eric but Anthony and the others seem to do a great job as well. Important note: They are fairly busy, for good reason. Make sure you book 2-3 weeks in advance. read more

This salon is very professional, personable, and great crew. Booking appointment online is very easy. read more

Love the guys here. Small family-owned salon with really awesome barbers. I can't recommend this place enough. I appreciate that I always get exactly what I ask for. read more

Highly recommend Eric! He told me his family has been working in this salon since 1997, and I could tell after just one cut how much he loves this place. He spent a good five minutes at the end explaining how we was styling my hair and how I could replicate it at home. I really appreciated him taking the time to teach me! Definitely coming back. :) read more

This is my go to hair salon in the city. The service is always good and the haircut is moderately priced for SF ($50 without tip). Go to their website and make an appointment a few days in advance. They also only accept cash so make sure you stop by an ATM before! If you're driving, I usually get lucky with parking on Spruce or Anza. read more

In the past I've struggled to find people who can cut my stubbornly straight hair. And after moving from the East Bay to San Francisco, I again wanted to find someone nearby who could deal with it. I've been coming to Geary Salon for the last 6 months and have gotten my hair cut by both Sam and Anthony. And I can't say enough good things about them. Sam and Anthony, and I assume everyone else at Geary Salon, is professional, meticulous, and fast. As soon as you're in the chair, they're ready (or remember) how to help you decide how you're going to style your hair. And for $45, as soon as they start, they are done and have given you perhaps the best haircut you've had in years. I truly enjoy coming here and being set in 30 minutes or less- no one else can do it like them. read more

Sam cut my hair a couple of weeks back, and I couldn't be more happy with the results. It was my first haircut in six months (side note: I thought about posting a before and after, but I'll spare your eyes from that), so I practically forgot what to ask for and didn't expect him to be able to salvage such an atrocious mangle of hair. Thankfully, Sam helped me talk through my options, and he delivered probably the best haircut I've received in years. I felt like a whole new man after leaving the salon, and I still love the haircut now after it's grown out a bit. Sam was incredibly professional and patient in helping to guide me through some styles. This isn't something that I've considered in the past, but I feel like he had a remarkable sense of my head shape, hair type, and quirks/cowlicks, and designed up and delivered a masterpiece of a haircut. It really just works. I feel like I've had some great hairstylists in the past whose cuts I've really enjoyed, but this one just feels different. Like it's custom-tailored to perfection specifically for me, which isn't something I feel like I've experienced before. In addition, he even helped me with some styling tips and suggestions to help overcome my quarantine hair styling lull that has made my hair less predictable than in the past. Aside from the haircut itself, Sam was a really friendly guy to chat with, and I enjoyed our conversation throughout the cut. Admit it, sometimes the hairdresser small talk can be awkward. But I actually really enjoyed talking with Sam. Also, it was incredibly easy to book the appointment with him online, and I felt that the cut was super reasonable for how immaculate it was. If I had to nitpick one thing, I would have liked to get a neck shave up to the hairline in the back, but that doesn't detract at all from the overall experience. I can't wait to go back to Sam for my next cut! read more

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I think this is the third review I've left/updated in the past 6 years or so.. But again and again, Geary Salon finds a way to amaze me. Now I'm EXTREMELY picky about who cuts my hair. We've all had horrible cuts and know how bad things can get. Nobody wants to wear a hat for a month because something went wrong. I literally will not let anyone else touch my hair. I don't care if I'm gone for 3 months and desperately need a haircut. I will suck it up and wait. Every time I come in, I feel welcomed. Once I leave, I feel refreshed. Anna, Eric, Anthony and Sam, have some serious talent. Good vibes, good peeps, amazing cuts. What more can I say? read more

Apology to Anthony Booked an appointment with Anthony on a Friday at 10:30am. He was with his other client until 10:40 but I didn't have an issue with it. I read on Yelp that they hold conversations with their clients and it's honestly a nice experience. He was into the convo with the guy he was cutting hair for but focused on his work, very professional. When it was my turn, Anthony was really friendly and welcoming. I usually just go to a Chinese salon and get a simple cut but I wanted to look extra good for my vacation coming up so I wanted more of a style cut. I didn't know what I want exactly so I just said short on the side and trim the top so I can still spike it - like a fauxhawk and Anthony even gave suggestions. I said yeah man I trust you and let him do his work. We had small talk and before I knew it, my haircut was done and took only 20 mins. Now this is where it went bad and a reason why I'm writing this Yelp review as an apology letter My cut was $35 so I handed $40. Anthony asked me if I wanted change so out of instinct, I said yes. He asked me how much and immediately said "wait I'll get you change" and went to the back. Then it hit me. "OH RIGHT HE ASKED BECAUSE ITS COURTESY TO TIP!!" Don't get me wrong, I knew that because I would tip a dollar or so at my usual places for a $10 cut but I was so caught up in the conversation and stuff that I totally forgot all about it until I paid. I didn't want to make things awkward and say "actually, keep the $40" after he came back with the $5 incase he felt like he pressured me into it so I just pulled out whatever loose change I had in my wallet but it was only $2 I felt really bad after I left but I'll make sure to tip extra to make up for it my next visit when I want to look extra good. Thanks for the nice, clean cut Anthony! read more

Very professional . Small shop, but the vibe is very cozy and friendly. Anthony is the best. Highly recommend..

Family style vibes at this barbershop. Quick, yet quality style hair cuts as well. Eric and Anna are a mother son duo and are very very friendly. Also very patient and methodical to each patient. When I went, it was my first time, yet they've been cutting in the city for over 12 years, who knew!? Appointment based which is very strategic given how I've had to wait over an hour sometimes at other salons. Appointment based so you know your time and you don't have to wait. My hair was cut by Anna who is the owner of the salon. Very friendly, attention to detail and overall, a good experience. She is quick, yet detailed, and will do her best to give you the desired style. I've never had my hair cut under 30 mins and have it still look fashionable and clean. Anna was the first to do that. They just got another client. I'll be back. read more

"High skin fade, trim the top". That's my cut. Its a simple request but so many barbershops either don't do it right, or they charge an exorbitant amount, or the service is just terrible. Until I tried Geary Salon and found Sam. I've been searching for my GO-TO barber for a LONG time. What I mean by that is.. I want a barber who knows my cut and gets it right every time. I want a barber that give me a quality cut at a decent cost. I want a barber that knows if I'm up for a conversation or down to stay quiet. It's tough to find that barber. And for a long time, never found him (or her). I've been to Dick's International. I've been to Temescal Alley Barbershop. Rick's Barbershop. JP Kempt. Dogpatch Barber. Emilio's Barbershop. Slide and Dapper. Sunset Barber. You name a shop in SF, Oakland, or Berkeley and I've probably tried it. I've been looking THAT long. NONE of the barbers I've tried have matched the quality, value, and service that Sam provides at Geary Salon. The man knows how to do a fade, at an unpretentious cost, with service thats unmatched. It's a local barbershop without all the hipster crap and cost, but still with a focus on perfection. My "high skin fade, trim the top" comes out perfect every time. Never a stray nick or cut on my ear or neck, like a few other shops are prone to do. And it's been a breeze to book, either through his website or through a quick text. And what's nice is Sam can read a mood. He makes pleasant conversation if you want. Or doesn't if you don't. If you're looking for a clean fade from a great barber at a fantastic cost, call Sam at Geary Salon. Try him out once and you'll understand why he's my GO-TO barber. read more

If you're not going to Geary salon you're missing out! I've lived in SF for 23 years and I've never had a barber that does a better job and actually listens to what i want until I started coming to Geary salon 5 years ago. I've gotten haircuts from both Anna and her son Eric. Every barber there makes you feel welcomed, and they truly care about their work! When you come to Geary Salon you know you're in good hands. read more

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Low key, Family run business. We have been Anna's clients for 15 years. She saw my kids grow up and I saw her son, son in law, nephew... join the business. read more

Easy online booking, easy street parking, easy conversation, great cut at a fair price. Easy decision. I am hesitant to post as I don't want the secret to get out. read more

I've been getting my haircut here for many years now and absolutely love everyone here. Ana, Eric and Anthony are very friendly have always done a great job cutting my hair. Today I went by and got a haircut from Sam for the first time. I must say, he did a great job! My hair is pretty difficult to work with, but it came out perfect. He has attention to detail and you can see the passion behind it. Thank you Sam! I'll definitely be seeing you again. read more

I've been here twice in the last year, both during COVID. They have are the proper precautions in place. Both times I went to Anthony. He works quickly and efficiently, and my haircut always comes out great. Definitely the best haircut place I've been to and I'll be returning as long as I'm near SF. Parking sucks, of course, but I usually find a spot 2 or so blocks away. read more

Family run business. Came in to get a haircut and Anna was super nice and did a great job. She was nice enough to take me 10 minutes early as well before my reservation. Will be coming back. read more

From other reviews, they typically only accept appointments. However, I was able to walk in on a weekday morning. A no-frills hair salon, Anna has been cutting hair for 30+ years. They seem to have a lot of regulars probably because it's appointment based. I'm not very picky with my hair, but she was able to cut my hair exactly how I wanted it. A men's haircut was $25 and shampoo was $5. Cash/Venmo only. Would return if I ever need a haircut and in the area. read more

I've been coming to Eric for the last 3 years and I've got to say that this is the best place to come for a haircut in the Bay Area. Eric really understands how to cut all different types of hair and hairstyles. Everyone at the shop is friendly and has fun banter. There's a nice iPad set up in front of you which allows you to watch a sports game or Netflix Show. All for a very reasonable price. The Salon follows COVID protocols and keeps the shop spick and span with the addition of face masks, new/clean haircut capes for each client, and consistent sanitation of chairs and equipment in between appointments. Go and support your local businesses! read more

I've been coming here for 5+ years and I would continue to recommend her haircuts to anyone. Not only does my haircut take less than 15 minutes, the price is very reasonable ($30 for men) and you can schedule less than 24 hours before you want a cut. Also, for sports fans, they have TVs to watch the game while getting a cut. read more

Just got a cut with Eric. Super personable, tells you exactly what he's going to do and executes. Highly recommend Eric if you're trying to get a cut here in the city for a reasonable price. read more

Great haircuts (from Anna and Eric) who now remember what I want. Warm and friendly place, fair price, easy, no fuss.

This week, my teenage sons were looking to get fresh cuts for the start of school, and we booked online with Sam. I appreciated how professional and friendly he was with the boys and his knowledge of Asian hair. If you don't cut it just right based on hair growth patterns, it can stick up at all the wrong places. I dare say this is the best cut the boys have had! Sam was great at making conversation with the kids and told us he was teacher before. Glad he found his second career! read more

Eric is MY GUY! I've been coming here since I moved to the inner rich and even though I currently live in North beach, I still make it out every 2 weeks for my cut. Perfect for clean fades, tapers, etc. My combover is on point, his scissor work is unreal. Been a Yelp employee for the last couple years so I couldn't write reviews, I'm damn proud to make this my first! read more

The staff were friendly enough, but my haircut was shoddy. To start, I had quite a bit of hair to get rid of and my cut is in two lengths, but Anna didn't bother to figure out which part was which; she ended up cutting the hair that I was trying to keep longer along with the shorter parts. I caught her fairly quickly, but it shouldn't be my job to keep track of that. In the end Anna couldn't cut a straight line so one side of my haircut is jagged instead of straight. On top of that she didn't bother to keep it symmetrical so now I have a the haircut line about 3/4" higher on one side of my head. It's going to take many months of regrowing my hair to recover from this hack job. I guess you do get what you pay for, and the mythical reasonably priced haircut in San Francisco remains a pipe dream. If you have the sort of haircut you could do yourself in the bathroom in 30 minutes, come on down because Anna will do it in 15 but if you require skill instead of speed look elsewhere. As for "recognizing" everyone that comes there, well Anna recognized me as soon as I arrived, which was strange since I'd never been before. I guess if you pretend to recognize everyone who walks in the door, you're only wrong on their first visit. read more

My usual hairdresser was too far to trek to, so I came here based on all of the glowing Yelp reviews. However, I wish I hadn't come here. If you don't know what hairstyle you want, then this is the place for you. However, if you are intent on a specific style, I would skip this place. I just wanted face framing layers, but Anna (the hairdresser) decided to "layer" my whole head. Now, this would have been okay if the layers were even, but they were so erratic! Part of the layers in the back are so short that they stick out. I can't wait until my hair grows out. Anna, however, did a good job on the boy's hair in front of me. Maybe she does better with men's haircuts. read more

Anthony is my guy! Went to see him every month and consistently loved my haircuts for a year. Moved out of the area due to work but I highly recommend this team! read more

Not appointment necessary?? Sign me in!!! I hate calling salon by salon trying to find the day and time I want..... forget about it!! This is the place people!! I'm so GLAD I came! I felt so welcome by Anna, she's so warm and kind, this was my first time but I felt like I was here before and like I knew her for years, that's hard to say and find! she's adorable and professional! She did a great job with my not so good looking hair sigh..... she was so fast and gave me the exactly hair cut I wanted, now I have a sassy short hair with tons of volume!! I left so please and happy, I got a lot of nice compliments with my new do and for $18?? I'll be back baby!! read more

I'm so happy to have found Geary Salon. Anthony does amazing cuts and always good conversation. He, Eric, and Anna are so welcoming. This is truly your quality neighborhood barber shop that's much more reasonably priced than any place you'll find in San Francisco. Anthony has attention to detail and is willing to make adjustments when you want to change up your cut. I can't say enough positive things. When it comes to hair, reliability is key, and this place fits the bill (no pun intended). Oh and I recommend making an appointment, which is super easy to do online. read more

I have been going to Geary Salon for 1.5 years now and Sam has been my hair stylist since day one. He is great! I usually get the same haircut style, but Sam would ask me how I want it to be cut that day just so we are on the same page and there are no surprises. If I am considering something different, he would give suggestions on what I can do. He pays attention to detail as he notices areas that may need extra touches due to the bumps on my head or the shadows from the lighting. I may not notice a difference, but I appreciate that he takes the time to fix it. Sam is nice and friendly. I enjoy my conversations with him during my haircuts and he is a big basketball fan. Although his choice of favorite NBA team is questionable, his decision to be a hair stylist for men's haircuts is a smart move. I felt comfortable getting my haircut at Geary Salon as they have COVID-19 safety measures in place. Sam was wearing a mask throughout my haircut and he made sure to put hand sanitizer before and after my cut.  Also, they installed clear curtains between the stations. If you are in need of a haircut, I highly recommend going to Geary Salon. You can easily book an appointment on their website. read more

Anthony is my go-to barber! Recently moved to SF and took a shot with Geary Salon and have been going back ever since. Friendly and professional staff. Great prices for the city. Appointments are flexible and open! read more

Probably one of the most affordable places in SF to get a great haircut. I've gotten cuts from Anna and Antony (Haven't gotten a cut from Erik yet) and my haircuts have been great. It's a no-nonsense, chill, quick place to get a great haircut and their online scheduling site is great and super easy to use! read more

I got great service from that place. Workers are really kind. Especially Sam got magic hand. I've been customer since January. Thank you Sam

Brought my son in for a cut based on the pics online. My son knew exactly what he wanted as he's had several cuts elsewhere that didn't meet his expectations. Sam was so thoughtful and detailed. He asked my son for feedback on his expectations and was an overall nice and pleasant person to talk to. My son was elated when we left. Thanks, Sam! See you next month. read more

Eric, Anthony, Annie and Sam(?) all do a great job. They cut my hair and my son's. They know what they're doing. read more

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Have been getting my haircuts from Anthony for the last couples times and it's a shame I haven't wrote another review sooner. Anthony is always giving me a cut that I'm proud of and offers interesting conversations. Aside from Anna I have not had the honor of having a cut from the others, but they are just as welcoming. 10/10 highly recommend read more

Eric, Anthony, and Anna are dope AF! This is my go to barber shop now that I live in the city. It's cost efficient($25) in comparison to all the other barber shops in the city($40+). I like getting a fresh cut around every 2 weeks and spending anything more than 30 is a bit ridiculous. Eric and Anthony are my dudes. They're super chill and always give me a clean fade. Recommend for sure! read more

I've been here twice in 4 months. I had a great experience both times. I got exactly what I wanted and for only $15. If you go during the week, especially on Tuesdays or Wednesdays, they are not as busy and will take tons of time on you. The ladies are nice and they remember your face if you chat them up. I usually go to upscale salons but with times at what they are why not get something just as good without the ambiance? I left with a 33% tip at $20. read more

To preface this review, I'm going to say that I have a head/hair type--and hairstyle--that makes it hard to just go to a regular barbershop and ask for a "2-clip undercut and a trim up top" type of haircut. I was recommended to Geary Salon by a friend a while back but had my hesitations to go here because I was still of the school of thought that you get what you pay for. After enough trips to salons throughout the city, and paying $50-80 to generally leave dissatisfied, I decided to give this place a go. I called in to set an appointment for a scissor cut and Anna let me know that she'll be doing my hair. She pleasantly pushed my appointment up to accommodate something sooner (+1). I came in, showed her a photo of my similar style, and we were off. She did an amazing job of listening to what I wanted but also peppering in her recommendations based on experience. A lot of the salons I've been to have stylists who want to be an artist at work so they would listen to input but override it with their own vision. I'm sure there's a place and need for that but I personally found it to be a bit vexing. After a quick 15-20 minutes, I was cleaned up and ready to head out the door with a haircut that I was proud to show off. The salon is a no frills spot where Anna, Eric, and Anthony do great work at a price that's hard to come by in this city. For men who prefer the aforementioned "2-clip undercut and a trim up top" type of haircut, I saw Eric and Anthony giving some fresh cuts to guys sitting next to me. 10/10 would recommend. As an added bonus, I heard either Eric or Anthony command the music, "Hey Siri, play Earth, Wind, & Fire", which earns all the points for me. In a city like San Francisco, don't let price determine the quality of something you pay for; you might be spoiling an opportunity to find a diamond in the rough. Sometimes, you get more than what you pay for! read more