Joyce is a humorous gal who gives a great haircut. She accommodates my disabilities and is a good listener. That is very important in a hairdresser. She generally makes my day a little happier just by being around her. They picture at the head of this review is a Customer not Joyce. Joyce is Chinese American. read more

This review is for Lee, who works at Joyce Hair Salon. I have had my hair cut by Lee for the last 20 years. She used to have her own shop on Piedmont Ave, but she now works at Joyce Hair Salon. I've always been very happy with Lee's work. She's also a very nice person, and I actually look forward to my haircuts with Lee. Lee works Wednesday through Saturday from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. She charges $35 for a men's haircut. You can make an appointment with Lee by calling or texting her directly at (510) 684-1863. read more

I've been coming to Joyce for my haircuts for the last 3 years and my affection for her has only grown over time! She listens to your preferences and gives thoughtful, no-nonsense advice on the best hairstyles that suit your hair type, volume, and face shape. She's honest and not only keeps prices as low as possible for her customers, but also only suggests products that she uses herself or gives to her family. Plus, there's generally no wait, and she takes appointments over the phone. Even though there are literally 5 barbershops within a 5 minute walk of my apartment, I always make a point to travel 30 minutes to come see Joyce for my haircuts. A+++ I recommend her to everyone I know. read more

Hmm. Not exactly what I had hoped for- price and quality. Fancy salon prices for a small shop. Joyce has regulars and seems busy due to last minute requests but I think I'll pass. read more

Joyce does not seem daunted by ANY hair type! My hair is really thick and coarse, but she dove right in without hesitation and gave me one of the best hair cuts I have ever had! Not only is she highly skilled and experienced as a hair stylist, she is also warm and cheerful with a good sense of humor. For excellent results, I highly recommend her salon! read more

Called Joyce in the morning for an appointment, she was able to fit me in that same afternoon. I hadn't had a haircut in about a year. Joyce did a wonderful job taking the length off and giving me long layers. I'm very happy with my haircut. Great atmosphere and warm welcome for this new client. read more

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I'm so glad I discovered Joyce Hair Design. There really not enough stars in yelps rating system, though. I would give her 100 stars, if I could. I'm amazed at how quickly she can provide exceptional hair cuts. I guess that's due to more than 30 years cutting hair. Joyce is always pleasant, punctual and fun to talk to. She is exceptionally accommodating. It's always easy to get an appointment with her, sometimes even same day. She always does a great job, and cuts my hair exactly the way I want it. In a flash, I'm ready to go about my day, looking far sharper than when I walked in. Her prices are very reasonable, too. She works wonders with getting my mustache stylishly in shape, and she's great with beards, too. She has a good selection of grooming products on hand, and offers them at reasonable prices. That's great if you're out of something and want to get it quickly. Her prices are very resDo yourself a favor and visit Joyce for your next haircut. read more

She is very friendly and nice to customer, she did a wonderful job for cut the hair. I'm very happy with my haircut. I would definitely come back . read more

Friendly, capable haircuts and beard trims. Thanks Accommodating appointment times. read more

I was waiting for my car to be serviced close by and thought I should get a haircut while I wait and walked around and found to Joyce. I'm grateful I did. She was super friendly, fast and my haircut is great! I would definitely come back if I'm in the area again. Thanks Joyce. I feel younger now. Haha. read more

Joyce is so talented and very sweet. My haircut was long overdue. I showed her some photos and she helped narrow down a haircut that was best for my face. She's very easy going and enjoyable to talk to read more

Joyce is a wonderful person, attentive to your needs, very skilled, and always remembers prior requests and little nuances that would seem impossible to remember when a few months have lapsed. She is thoughtful, kind and a terrific person. Feel very lucky to have found her and could not recommend more highly. Thank you Joyce! read more

Joyce is awesome, great haircuts for years and always fun to talk to! She got through covid with great community support and very mindful about safety when she did open up. Highly recommended! read more

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Still 5 stars Joyce does a great job! She's following covid protocols very stringently as well so I felt very safe. she's fun to chat with as well. please support this small shop owner! read more

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Got a haircut a couple of weeks ago, Joyce is a wonderful person and gave a simple, fantastic haircut. I'll be going here from now on.

I've been going to Joyce for over a decade! She's the best. She's talked me through breakups, career changes, marriage, parenthood, and financial advice... oh, and she also gives great, fast haircuts! read more

I found Joyce years ago, and now I travel across a bridge to still get my hair cut by her. I tried several other stylists since moving to the city, but none have been as good with my hair or such a pleasure to spend time with. My husband discovered her salon on his own; only after he came home raving about his experience did we realize that we'd found the same person! Joyce is the best, and I recommend her to everyone I know. read more

Joyce is simply amazing. Best haircuts I've ever had, and SUPER quick! Always about 15 minutes and the results are exceptional. Go there now! Still the perfect haircut. Get in here! read more

Joyce is a gem! she completely fixed my "at home haircut" and gave me a new style. She also recommended a few products based on my hair texture that have been complete game changers. Go! She is wonderful! read more

I started going to Joyce around 2014 or 2015. I had gotten a pixie cut back then and was wanting to grow my hair back out without it looking too awful and awkward. I was fortunate enough to stumble across Joyce who helped me make the transition back to longer hair, smoothly and painlessly. At every stage of hair length, my hair had never looked so good!!! Joyce's hairstyling and haircuts are worth the price, she is excellent at what she does. I have not gone to any hair stylist since (aside from forcing someone I was seeing to chop my hair off but this was during the height of the pandemic and desperate times call for desperate measures, ok). I am so sad I haven't been able to see her and am happy it looks like she is still in business. I am definitely planning to come in this year!! Please support this small business owner and fantastic hairstylist. read more

This is a review based on the haircuts that Joyce regularly gives my husband: he loves her and I love the haircuts she gives him! She is really friendly and we highly recommend her business. read more

Joyce is back open! With some nice indoor renovations. I got a haircut a couple weeks back and Joyce was careful about washing hands and wiping down the chair between clients, and the door was left open for extra ventilation. Haircut was great per usual (even with a mask) and I was able to stock up on products. Always great to see Joyce and I felt so much better after a trim :) read more

Hands down Joyce is the best hair stylist I've been to... what can I say, with her expertise and experience, she just knows what to do... I used to always get my haircut by Joyce when I lived in Oakland around 5-6 years ago... I moved from Oakland and could never find a match like Joyce... Now that I am back in Oakland, I couldn't be happier! Thank you Joyce! read more

My Jewish Texan BF was in dire need of a makeover, so his "sister" dragged him here. We had an appointment and his hair was expertly cut while Joyce gave her unfiltered opinions on everything. She's like a brutally honest relative. You know she means well, but ouch, some of her comments do sting! Well, the BF looked very different after his new hair cut. She picked out a style that fit his requirements: relatively conservative Monday - Friday at work, yet something that can look edgier on the weekends. She also took into account his narrow face. She took her time, trimmed his bushy brows, and shaped his sideburns. He went from computer programmer geeky to, well, actually quite cool looking. Me and his sister were so amazed that we applauded...twice! His sister's husband was shocked and almost didn't recognize him. She mentioned that she cuts more hair for guys than girls. I wanted to get my hair cut too, but there was a line of people waiting. She told me harshly that I was NOT to part my hair in the same place every day. Well then... She does speak both Cantonese and Mandarin. So, you can get some practice in if you speak Chinese. Prices are reasonable, but not dirt cheap. My guy's hair cut was $25. read more

Joyce is super friendly and gave me the best haircut I've had in a long time. She's big on communication and that's a huge plus. I'll definitely be going back to her, especially in the light of all the compliments I've received! read more

Thanks, Joyce for the fabulous haircut and knowing what would look good on me. I went from a Bob to a pixie and I'm delighted which is a relief because you just never know when you make a substantial change to your style. You made the experience fun and I'll definitely be back for my next cut! Sure glad that my mom told me about you. Joyce is a terrific upbeat positive person and you're guaranteed to enjoy your experience because she's a great conversationalist. I can't recommend her highly enough! read more

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Joyce is simply incredible!! I've been taking my boys and myself for haircuts regularly since they were toddlers. She is the nicest local independent businesswomen I can think of. She always makes time for a cut(s) when I inevitably call last minute. read more

This is my second rave review of Joyce. I don't want to go anywhere else, so I hope she lives forever. Her haircuts are wonderful, and a few months ago I decided to get a permanent to bolster my fine hair. I hadn't had one for decades, so was a bit nervous beforehand as well as eager. But Joyce, with whom I by now have a very friendly relationship, making being there a pleasure, asked me if I wanted the permanent "relaxed or tight?" I hadn't realized there was such a thing as a "relaxed" permanent, and chose that option. The process was painless, and not even smelly. And since that time, I have loved my hair, how it looks, how it functions. I can wash it and let it air dry and have lots of waves that look uber casual, or I can set it and then comb it out and revel in the illusion that I have lots of controlledly wild and wonderful hair. Go to Joyce. Her environment is deceptively functional, but what you'll get in terms of your hair will be just what you want. She knows the art of hair. read more

Been coming to Joyce for years. It's the most consistently quality haircut I've gotten for a good price. I love catching up with her and get advise when needed. Thanks Joyce. read more

The ONLY place I get my haircut in the bay. Joyce gives a great looking, well priced haircut every time. She also gives great life advice, like all moms do haha. Would definitely recommend! read more

I have been going to Joyce for 20 years -- followed her from the chain where she started to her own place on Piedmont. She's great. I've never had a bad haircut from Joyce -- she's efficient and no-nonsense and with a great eye and terrific "bedside manner." My mother in law and neighbor and his son all are now her clients, too. She's also just a good person. Highly recommend. read more

I've been visiting Joyce since 1999 and I would never change! She's simply amazing. Such a nice person and fast and efficient. Perfect cut every time. She knows how to make you look your best! Tell her Uncle Patrick sent you. read more

GREAT FIX FOR MY GF's CHOPPING My Girlfriend likes to cut my hair. She takes a bit off here and there. It works OK for a few months, until I look like a hillbilly. I would go to barbershops and get the 'who the hell cut your hair?' question. Oh...so much work, they would complain. Then I found Joyce. Joyce doesn't care that my hair is uneven. She has a wonderful ability to 'see' how the hair should be cut. Her scissor and trimmer work are confident and correct. She doesn't go around your head over and over trying to get things right. She cuts correctly the first time. As a result, a haircut from Joyce takes about half the time of competing cutters, yet the work is very, very good. I think that is why so many men have found their way to this salon. I call first...or go early in the day. read more

I just realized that it's been 2 1/2 years since my last haircut....yes, since the last time I was in Florida with my trusted stylist. The hair needs to be cut but I'm a state employee - $60 for a cut is NOT in this year's budget proposal. Yelp has yet to let me down...but I'm already nervous because the number listed here rings to Joyce's home (I think). Just called @ 8:45pm and she picked up - okay cool but I was hoping to get salon's general info recording or something (I don't want to bother people at home!) and I *think* she said she couldn't do an appt at 12:30pm tomorrow...but could at 12:00. So...30 minute haircut??? ...at least I think she said 12:00 - hard to understand with the accent and tons of background noise - oh...nervous!!! TODAY: 11:50am: I enter the shop - Joyce is cutting hair and doesn't notice me for what seems like 10 minutes. Stephanie: Hi; I have an appointment at 12. Joyce: 12? Stephanie: yes, Stephanie at 12pm, I talked to you last night? Joyce: No...I don't have appointment at 12 o clock. Stephanie: Well I called last night, and spoke to Joyce - are you Joyce? Joyce: Yes, I am Joyce...but I no have appointment at 12. Stephanie: Okay...well...I called last night and said I wanted an appointment at 12:30 and Joyce said she only had availability at 12...so... Joyce: (now looking at scheduling book) OH! I have "tiffany at 11 for highlights.." Stephanie: No, my name is stephanie with an "S" Stephanie...like I said last night..."S" for Stephanie. Haircut? Today? 12?? Joyce: No, no. I have no appointment. *getting frustrated at this point* Stephanie: Okay - well, if you don't have me down, do you still have availability today? Joyce: Oh...no, no time today...oh, you want to come at 5:30? Stephanie: No, I don't want an appointment at 5:30 Joyce: Okay, tomorrow? Stephanie: No, I wanted an appointment today - at noon - I have to work tomorrow...thanks anyway. BUST! read more

I went to this woman three times last year. The first time I thought I'd found this great steal. But oh, how the the mighty have fallen. No frills, yes, and she's not very good at being 'available' during calls. But hey, it's Berkeley. Docking shop-keepers for their individualistic quirks here is like getting annoyed with Batman for wearing too much black. Some people here say her quality and availability may have gone down due to her Yelp popularity; honestly, I don't know if she was overworked and tired, or just high off her own success. But she must've been smoking *something*, because the last time I went in, she decided to snip whole locks of my very long, thick hair just under the top layer of my crown without asking or mentioning it to me first. I froze in fear and horror, which she noticed... so tried to placate me by telling me she was trying to take some weight off. And continued to snip, snip, snip. She hands me a mirror: Ok, fine. But what about when it starts to grow in? My hair grows Fast. So, tIme is the final arbiter. ...It grew back ridiculously. :/ With obvious choppy cowlick bits clearly unblended to the rest of my hair (which, by the way, is almost half-way down my back). Special bonus: it was just a few weeks before I was bridesmaid at a wedding. :-{ Ok, so I generally have good hair, and some people may not've really noticed. But seriously, who takes weight off the *crown*? Anyone who deals with long, thick hair knows that you want to release weight at the crown so it looks fuller/more even compared to midway or to the bottom - but you don't want it 'released' so much it's entirely GONE. I've since moved further south to Fremont, and now get my hair done by this absolutely great stylist at Fusion in San Jose. Yes, a bit of a trek. But also a completely different class of care. read more

I paid an expensive price for giving this place a try! It was last minute and I needed a trim and all of the places I normally go to were closed on Sundays! Ladies with long hair, I advise you to PLEASE steer clear of this place. Mei gave me the most horrible, choppy hair cut. All I wanted was simple layers in the front and the back to be straight. My layers were not clean and my hair in the back was so uneven. I had to go to someone else to get my hair fixed after I realized how bad it was and the stylist said my hair looked sad and crooked! :/ With women's haircuts starting at $35, you would expected more. FYI it is an additional $10 for shampoo and conditioner. Blah, I know this place is considered "cheaper" compared to high end salons but I still can't bring myself to pay $60+ for a cut. Bottom line this place is a rip off. Do yourself a favor and go somewhere else. There are better options for cuts out there and for much, much less: (Women haircut prices) -- $15 for cut plus $10 for wash, condition, style at Leon's in El Cerrito, ask for Linh. Fast, skilled, friendly stylist. -- $17 for wash, condition, cut and style - also an Asian owned shop near Clinton Park in Oakland, Minnie's Beauty Salon, the lady with the short blonde hair is the best there. At the end of my hair cut, no mirror was offered to check the back of my hair. Mei's movements were so slow that it made me question her ability to cut long hair. Perhaps she's better with men's hair. Shame on Joyce for taking a look at the back of my hair and not fixing it knowing how bad it was (considering all her rave reviews). I've read in other reviews that it's entertaining here... however, I'm sure the guy next to didn't find it funny when Joyce joked that he was ugly. Seriously lady? Gosh, people, there are better options out there. I am NEVER setting foot in here again. read more

I have a bad habit of waiting to get a haircut until I just can't stand my hair anymore. I always hate the end results when I go to cheap-o places, but can't stand to shell out $60-70 every few months just for a trim and maintenance. Joyce Hair Design, with her super reasonable prices (around $30-35 for a woman's cut), and great skill, is the perfect solution for my hair-ails! I hadn't had a cut in over 6 months, and wanted to both cut off some significant length and change up the shape of my hair. I wasn't completely sure what I wanted (I'm horrible at telling what styles would work best for my hair), so I brought in a few pictures of things I liked and showed them to her. She looked them over, listened to my thoughts, and picked out a style that would work with my face and my hair. I absolutely love the cut--she did a great job. She's also a very spirited, sassy lady and really cares about making you look good. She told me repeatedly how bad my hair was before, and all but scolded me for waiting so long between cuts. She also asked me about my hair-care routine and made some great suggestions for improvements. She was also really considerate when making product recommendations. I'm a student, and she made sure to ask me what price-range was acceptable. Salons usually just expect you to shell out cash for any and all overpriced products they try to sell you. This really won me over. I always ask stylists for input, but this is the first time that the advice actually seems to be helping! I love it. And with a $50 price tag for a cut AND a new product , maybe I can actually afford to keep up this great new style! I'd much rather skip the fancy shampoos and "ambiance" of over-priced salons, and just get down to business--the haircut. If you want pampering, this isn't for you. If you want a great haircut, and some spare cash, I cannot recommend Joyce more highly! read more

If I was writing this review over a year ago, it would have been an easy five stars. Unfortunately, since then, Joyce Haircuts seems to have become a victim of its own success. When I first came to Joyce -- lovely woman, then and now -- over two years ago, it was easy to get an appointment and get a haircut without a "rush" pressure feel. Now, largely due to her Yelp popularity, the salon is overbooked -- three or four people in one hour. With one exception in the past year, I've had to wait beyond my appointed time slot -- not a good thing when street parking cost two bucks in her area. Also, there is no extra help or receptionist at her location, which doubles as a hair products store. My recent hair cuts have been interrupted on average by at least two phone calls and one walk-in per cut. As for the salon also being a store -- shoppers walk in, float through goods and ask questions, make purchases -- it often becomes distracting to your haircut or your requested length of cut. All that said, for a $25 haircut ($20 plus tip), it's not a bad deal for a usually good haircut. And, again, Joyce has a great personality. For a man's basic maintenance haircut, the phone calls and product shoppers can be an agreeable compromise. However, despite what the sign in the front says, I seriously suggest you make an appointment and ignore the "walk-ins welcome." read more

Went to Joyce for the first time based on yelp reviews. She made my dying thin hair look amazing. She is very friendly and knows all of her customers. Most importantly, she really knows hair. She told me what to do with my hair to prevent it from becoming thin, she told me what shampoo to use, and she knew exactly how to cut my hair so that it looks good. I'll definitely be going back soon! read more

A very good and precise haircut, and a very amicable hair-designer. $20 goes far here. Joyce is also a good (i.e. enthusiastic) Chinese tutor. She promised to help me with my Chinese each time I come and told me a success story of a former client attaining fluency in part due to her tutelage while cutting his hair. Not sure how believable this is, but I did learn a few things while in the barber's chair. A nice bonus. I'll definitely be back for another haircut. read more