I went for my first time and Hector is an amazing colorist! He touched up my roots and fixed a highlight issue. It was a fast service and high quality. I wish I would have discovered this place sooner. read more

THE BEST CUT, COLOR, AND BALAYAGE. I think they advertise more as a cut place but they are EXPERTS at coloring too so don't be deceived. I've been in this neighborhood for over 10 years and hair tech hands down does the best cut, color, and balayage. I get my cuts done with Grace or Gloria (the owner). After recommending Hair Tech to my friend, she now is a repeat customer too and she lives an hour away lol!! Last time I saw her, she got a crazy intricate Audrey Hepburn inspired bob cut with a million layers that took over an hour and only paid $15. The guy treated her hair like it was the tower of Pisa itself. I was hesitant to do a balayage because I have colored my hair a million times at home and other salons in my neighborhood and after shelling over $200 for a balayage elsewhere I didn't feel like it was worth it so I just didn't do anything to it for a year. I was on the fence between balayage and highlights, or doing nothing at all. I feel like colorists always try to do away the "brass" and get the blondes as BLONDE aka COOL as possible. I am not pale.. that doesn't look good on me.. So Gloria's work was SO worth it... she did exactly what I wanted, a HONEY Beyoncé/jlo blonde, EXCEPT her balayage is so nice and intricate it could pass for highlights because it looks so expensive unlike other colorists that do big chunks. I actually didn't want balayage or highlights before coming here, because highlights are too strippy and can look too mature on me contrasted with my dark asian hair, but balayage can be too blocky and look like a single processed color or ombré anyway. Gloria's work looks like a seamless blend of balayage and highlights, so this is perfect!!! I am mostly "blonde" (like a Beyonce one color) with the shimmery blends of different golden locks, the colored strips are super fine closer to my crown to the bottom my ears like highlights under close inspection, but blends in perfectly throughout the bottom as a balayage. GLORIA HITTING ALL THE NOTES WITHOUT ME EVEN ASKING. I was just gonna let her do her job because I wasn't sure what I wanted. AND for half the price the other salon cost me. You know how sometimes even when things are done right you have hair remorse until you get used to your new hair? I never feel like that here, I feel like wow I need to go out right now with this hair!!! I definitely left feeling so pretty. Ps. All the staff are super friendly and feel like family. Gloria is very funny and fun to talk to, but won't if you don't want to. She doesn't ask you a million questions about yourself like other stylists. Sometimes it's nice to just be able to kick back and chill. They just do their job, are punctual and professional, get the job done and EXCEL for better prices than anywhere in Chicago. The other salons don't even come close. Thanks Grace and Gloria!! read more

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I'm leaving a negative review because I was blindsided by the price of my service. I have been here before but did not see Gloria. I had gotten a trim in the past and paid $15 plus tip. This time, I requested to see Gloria and get a trim. There was no mention of price change, but on the Yelp page it says $25 for women's haircut. The other Yelpers have also said they've paid $15 for a trim. While Gloria did a good job cutting my hair, I had asked for a trim but was ultimately charged for $45. Mind you, had this been a haircut, that would have been fine. For $45-55, I could go to another salon in the area and get a full wash, shampoo, cut, and blow dry. I ultimately feel ripped off because I was not told of the up charge when I asked for a TRIM, nor were the prices anywhere in the salon itself. I suggest calling ahead and asking for the price. I regret not doing that, but I feel as though she was not transparent with me. read more

LOVE IT! Thank you Grace for a lovely haircut. I loved how you took the time to really understand what I want and gave me good recommendations for how to style my hair. I loved that extra bit of time that you took because it showed that you really care. I bought one of those cylinder brushes right after leaving your salon! I intend to use it every day now. Ben was also great company to have. I could tell by the guy who left right when I sat down that Ben was also very talented at cutting hair. At the end of the day, it's a very affordable place to get your hair done. For $13, Grace did a fabulous job and it was probably one of the best haircuts I've gotten. I wanted something totally different -- much shorter, and I left leaping in happiness. It looks lovely. I'm thrilled. read more

Alicia is the best! She's very nice and communicative regarding appointments. I bought the balayage package and am super happy with the outcome. She works quickly and efficiently with a lot of attention to detail. read more

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Disappointed! I brought my brother in for a haircut. He loves getting haircuts and looking good. The female stylist did a fast job. Another client was waiting, but that is no excuse. The front turned out ok. The sides and back are awful. I pointed out a divot on the right side behind his ear & she told me it grows that way. It does not! I did not want him to feel bad so I did not make a big deal. At home, in bright lights, the left side looks even worst. The thickness of the hair is uneven and jagged. See the pictures and judge for yourself. Just because the client is handicapped does not mean he does not care. He wears cologne and takes great care in his appearance. This was careless and unkind. read more

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Nice woman who does the hair there. I've gotten a lot of compliments since going there. I'd definitely return. She's friendly, takes her times, does an excellent job and cares about her clients. read more

Paula was fantastic! I purchased a Groupon prior to booking an apt for a haircut and full highlights. I had long, over processed black hair (from dyeing it for years) before coming in to get a full set of light brown highlights. Black hair is extremely hard to get rid off and Paula stripped it off, bleached it for a few minutes before washing it off and drying it. After noticing that the bleach didn't really make my hair much lighter, she went back and re-did the process over again so that it would turn out light brown. I love the way my hair turned out! Paula went through a lot of effort to fix my hair and we also had great conversations throughout the process. Definitely going back to her if I need my hair done again! read more

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Stopped by to get a much-needed trim and Gloria was very kind and professional! Everyone wore face masks and she adhered to social distancing precautions very well in her salon -- great hand hygiene! Will definitely return! read more

Gloria did my balayage back in august and it is growing out great! I have dark brown hair and I wanted to go blonde. she did an amazing job!! read more

I would say, proceed with caution. I came here as a first-time walk-in because of the good reviews. In a rush, I left the salon without having the stylist blow-dry and style my hair after a very simple trim and framing of the face. The next day, when I was styling my own hair, it was very noticeable she forgot to frame my hair on the left-side, leaving it completely lopsided. Mortified and distraught, I demanded they fix it without charge. The good thing is that they did so and took responsibility. I will accept responsibility in that I should've checked more carefully before leaving the salon the first time, even if I think the cut is very simple. You get what you pay for, and again, my advice is to proceed with caution. read more

I've been going here for 15 years. Took me a while to post a review, this one was triggered by my overhearing Benjamin (the older male) and his tea party diatribe about the world order. I've had my hair cut by all of them, I prefer Paula, Gloria is good, too. I had Benjamin cut my hair twice, he just can't stop talking his brand of whacko politics, and I will never sit in his chair again. If you think that every whacko right-wing talking point is something you want to hear in a condensed 15 minute version, from the moment you walk in the door to the time you leave, be my guest and seek out Benjamin. read more

So glad I found Hair Tech! Alicia does a great job of cutting and styling, but is truly gifted when it comes to color!

3+ years and still going strong. Who knew I would be the LTR type? What I love about this place is that it has remained consistent, minus doubling their space by moving into the old yoga studio next door. Go Hair Tech! Still $12 during normal hours and $9 on weekdays between 9AM and 12PM. No crazy value-added (cue: add'l $$) services (minus a complimentary eyebrow trimming upon request), just a straight-up haircut to get me on my way looking hotter than I did 10 minutes earlier. Paula and Gloria have my preferred clipper number, cut, and style down to a T, and I have no problem going to either one of them. I only wish that, since age has done a number on me and I do not have as many flowing locks as I used to, they would reduce the $12 cost for me. I kid, I kid, that'd just be silly; this place is already such a deal. Stop overspending on high-priced salons - it's a hair cut and style, not the second coming of the Messiah. Hair Tech is the ROCK, so go check out what's cookin'! read more

I went in to get sheared for Locks of Love, going from about 15 inches to less than half. Paola was just great and managed to save more hair to send off than anybody else ever has. Not only that, but the cut looks good, and before she realized that I've done this before, was very careful to make sure that I wasn't going to be surprised when my hair actually ended up short. No, this isn't a fancy salon that only uses brushes made from the tail fur of virgin wallabies that have only eaten hazelnuts and filet for the last three months before being shaved in a full moon ceremony, and the ambiance is a lot more old-fashioned barbershop than anything else, but for an affordable cut from somebody who knows what she's doing, you couldn't do better than Paula. read more

I went to Hair Tech after reading reviews on Yelp and I am glad I did. I made an appointment with Gloria. She charged for $17 for a wash and haircut - huge price difference between this and my usual Mario Tricoci stylists. Yessss please!! My cut took about 6 minutes and looks GREAT! Being that I worked at Mario Tricoci for years, and have had the best of the best cut my hair, I am bit picky. Gloria killed it! She was such a sweetheart too! When I got there, I remembered that I had no cash on me and only had access to my debit card, in which I didn't know the PIN for! :( Gloria was great and let me pay her with a check - hard to find someone so trusting these days. I have scheduled an upcoming appointment with her for highlights. Here's to hoping that they look as good as my cut! This place is no frills. Small, old, not much to look at - but it's a hidden gem in the Lakeview area! read more

I went here for the first time today and left smiling. I usually spend about 20 bucks on a haircut and I get a decent result depending on who cuts it. I was looking for a new place and I noticed a small hand-written sign in a window of a residential building that said $9 haircut's between 9am-12. I work on the south side and was going to get my haircut down there, but I was running behind on time and said WTF I'll try it. It was an weird place for a salon because it's kinda inside a residential building, right next to a Pilates studio, I had to get buzzed in ha!! So I get buzzed in take a swift right and walk into a quaint little place with a couple of chairs and I meet Gloria. I asked if I needed to wait because she had a client doing color, she said no have a seat. I told her that I was nervous about being there, bc It was my first time, then I proceeded to give her instructions on how I wanted my haircut. The next thing that happened was a miracle..she actually listed to me and I recieved one of the best haircuts ever for 9 bucks. When it came time to pay I asked if I could use my card because I didn't have any cash. She said she didn't take cards but she said you can go to the ATM or bring me back a check--I thought that it was cool how she trusted me to come back. It just wasnt the price that will make me come here from now on, Gloria was so professional and easy to talk to, I believe I found a hidden gem for sure!!! I will recommend this place to all my friends, I'm so stoked. read more

I was long overdue for a cut, and I lost my voice that weekend. My regular salon couldnt hear me over the phone, so I walked over to hair tech. 13$ for a great cut, Gloria followed the style I had- i have very long hair, just below the bust- and she did a great job with layers and styling. She only comes on Saturdays, which works for me. The place is clean and no frills, as the others have mentioned, but they work to make sure you have the hairstyle you want. I also came in when I wanted to do a donation for my hair. I have to say these ladies really know what they are doing, my hair looks fantastic every time I leave. they even make sure that the hairstyles grow out well, since I cut my hair rarely, like every 3-6 months. They have a loyal customer in me! read more

I've been going to Gloria for 10 years. She is very accommodating and willing to help you figure out how you want it to look. She is very family oriented and such a strong powerful woman running her own business. If you're in the neighborhood- you can't beat Gloria's price and flexibility. Hair tech is the spot for a haircut in the city. read more

I actually came to this place because I saw a woman on the L platform who had a really cute pixie cut. She said Paula cut her hair and soon after I made an appointment. Paula has been really good with keeping my ends trimmed. I haven't gotten a hair cut only trims. You also can't beat the price here. Other places usually charged me $35/$40 for a trim! I walk out the door paying $20, which includes the tip. Paula's schedule is pretty flexible and I like that she works every other Sunday, which makes it convenient for me. I've been going to Paula for almost a year now and have been pleased. read more

As other reviewers mention in their posts this place an amazing secret! I popped in for a trim to take advantage of the morning special. By chance I had Gloria and after a year I am a regular and love it! Gloria is a wonderful person and an amazing colorist as well. Right now I've been growing my hair out so when it comes to cut it's nothing more than a trim but she's kept my long locks looking great since July of 2011. She is accommodating with my crazy work schedule (lots of travel and commuting to the burbs) and I enjoy my salon visits as I also get to catch up with her on a personal level. Gloria listens and if you are not happy just let her know; she won't let you leave till you are good to go! read more

Just moved to Chicago and found this great little salon for the family. Me, my husband and my 3-year old all go here for haircuts and they do a great job... especially for $9! ($9 in the mornings during the weekdays, or anytime with a coupon from The Market Place receipt). My 3 year old got his first ever "salon cut" by Gloria here, who was wonderful with him! This is a great value for the money and we'll definitely be coming back as long as we live in Chicago! read more

I came here for a trim and Rosie was my hair dresser. She was so sweet and she did an amazing job! This salon is so close to my apartment I will definitely be coming back every few months for a trim. If you are in the area and need a decently priced and well-done trim, I recommend going to Hair Tech and asking for Rosie! I also forgot my wallet and she let me use Chase Pay to pay her. So convenient and nice! read more

i have an amazzzzzzzzzzing hair stylist....her name is Gloria... I have been going to gloria for many years.... She listens to what you want...she has a vision for what looks great on you! I love how she colors my hair..shes always up on the latest... and she is fun and patient...and most important i trust her with my locks! Shes great on mens hair too.... You will be happy...i guranteee you will feel so happy... read more

Needless to say, Paula and Gloria are great, and you can keep reading all the endless reviews attesting to this fact. But simply put - just go here. The staff is very pleasant, you'll get a great haircut and you'll be very satisfied with your experience. In the past 2 years, I've seen a multitude of clients with different hairstyles leave happily, and they have a large following of loyal customers. read more

Just a quick update - these gals still rock. On top of their spectacular haircuts, they also offer some quick waxing for those of you growing forests between your eyes for a cheap $10. Sure it's no threading, but it gets the job done. read more

Great haircut place. You can expect a great haircut here every time. They are quick, really easy to talk with, and best of all extremely reasonable on price. I've been in the area 1 1/2 years now and would recommend Hair Tech to anyone I know. Only thing to remember is that they are CASH-ONLY. read more

Gloria is great! My hair gets split ends really quickly, and she always does a good job getting rid of them and making it healthy.

Great haircuts, friendly, good price, rarely have to wait long. Definitely recommend!

Ok, so I've lived in chicago for approximately 2 and a half years but have never quite found my haircut place. Sure, I've bantered with stylists at several locales, sometimes multiple times, gotten satisfying trim jobs, but I never found myself wanting to go back for more. Something was always missing!! Well, I've found it at Hair Tech and now want to spread the good word. I've had the kind fortune of getting my haircut from both Paula and Gloria. They are both very friendly and fast. Plus, to make it even better, the cost is only $12 for a men's haircut. Do yourself a favor, guys, and get a haircut from one of these sweet ladies. Your wallet and head will thank you! Leave Sports Cuttery Clips behind you. read more

Friendly, experienced and efficient! This is Gloria. She did exactly what I'd asked her. Only 4 stars instead than 5...because no one is perfect..lol! read more

I used to cut my hair here when Serge was still working at this place. After he left, the quality has become worse. I managed to get a decent haircut for $10, but only asking repeatedly to make some "fixes" after the haidresser told me she had "finished". Still a good price for the haircut, but too bad quality is lower than before. read more

From out of town and looked for a place to get my hair cut and stumbled upon this place after reading great reviews decided to give it a try! Very happy I went here as they were excellent! Super happy with my haircut and would come back here in a heartbeat! read more

Recently got my hair trimmed here. I saw that the reviews on Yelp were good and I was sick of paying $40 for a women's haircut in Lakeview. So I came here and had a quick, no-frills haircut by a very nice woman whom I believe is the owner. It was $18 and a good haircut! I will definitely be returning and will be glad to save money!! read more

I'm very torn on this place. It was cash only, which I wasn't told until after the cut but the stylist was friendly. She never introduced herself and it was extremely hot in the salon. I decided to trade up a chain haircut location for this place because of the positive reviews. She gave a decent cut, but I felt that there was no attention to detail. I didn't think I left there looking professional and was shocked when I asked for her to style it and she just kind of threw gel in there. I may try this place again, but I didn't leave there feeling like it was a great cut read more

love this place, they were super nice when I got there. I waited only about 10 minutes maxx. I got my hair cut by Grace and she did a fabulous job on my hair! I will totally be a regular customer of hers. love. love. love. read more

Paula is amazing. She's easy to talk to and provides a great men's haircut. I'll be coming back as long as they'll let me. Also, she's worked there for years so you can expect that same level of service on your next visit. Cash only and with $12 cuts, this shouldn't burn too much of a hole in your pocket. read more

Went in last night to get a much-needed haircut before I go out of town this weekend for a wedding. Walked in around 5:30 or 6pm, and was seated immediately. Paula did a great job on asking what I wanted, and how much length i was comfortable losing. She gave me a great, versatile style, and did so in a timely fashion. Plus, the haircut was only $15, so can't complain! for the price and ease, this place is great. read more

I lived across the street from this place and always took advantage of their $9 haircut (Mon-Fri before Noon). Anytime after that is $12. Say Whaaaaaaa? Yes, $12. The ladies here do a fantastic job of making me look well kempt. After I moved up north, my commute to Hair Tech just got a little longer. I refused to go anywhere else. Now I am really sad because I am moving out of state. Hair Tech definitely stands out among the plethora of cheap hair cut franchises here. I will have one last haircut there before moving.....so that I can leave Chicago looking good. read more

Paid $9 for a trim before noon on a weekday. This doesn't include a wash or blowdry -- that's $25. If you're looking for a simple haircut with no frills and a nice conversation with Serge, this is your place. I was seated immediately, he was very nice and personable, and he also accepts credit cards over $15. read more