Since moving to Oakland last year I've tried a few barbers, but I've been coming to Nick for most of this past year and Nick always hooks it up. Nick is someone who understands a vision and makes it better, so I know I can trust him. Highly recommend! This spot is by reservation only, so call ahead. read more

I've been coming to this spot for a good amount of times now to know it's my go-to in Oakland. Nick (my barber) always gives the best cut and advice on styling my hair, which I appreciate. Some of my friends have gotten their hair styled by the owner which also has come out really nice. Make sure you book in advance to get on the schedule but trust you won't be disappointed. read more

I've been getting my haircuts here since 2016, I live over 45 min away from this salon but make the drive every time due to the quality of service. They are experts in their crafts, and make sure feel the magic of a fresh haircut every time. 10/10 always recommend. read more

If you need a clean fade and a barber that knows his stuff go here and ask for Nick! He's comfortable giving recommendations and very knowledgeable on different products which is a nice bonus. read more

I visited Nick after another barber shop shaved a hole in my head with clippers. I heard about Nick from friends and visited him and explained my situation. He salvaged my hair during our first cut and I was really grateful for the fix. But he demonstrated his expertise even more for our second cut after my hair had grown out. He obsessed over every detail, explained everything he was doing and why, and spent plenty of time without feeling rushed. I walked away with the best haircut I'd had in years. He charged a great price for the quality of the cut and time spent, too low in my opinion, so I tipped well since he earned it. I appreciated his friendly demeanor, attention to detail, and reasonable price. I couldn't recommend Nick more highly. read more

Love this spot. Ever since I started coming here I can't go no where else. Nicky always keeping me fresh by recommending me product and styles. When I come home my wife loves how I look. Would recommend to anyone read more

Nick always hooks it up with the freshest cuts! He asks the right questions to provide the haircut I want and has an excellent eye for detail - my fade has never been cleaner. I'll definitely keep coming back as long as I'm here in the East Bay. read more

Nick is a real gem of a barber, been loving the last couple cuts I've gotten with him and the parking at K2 is very convenient.

It's rare for a barber to be skilled with both buzzer and scissors - but the barber Nick is able to do both. Super skilled barber. And my girl loves my new look. I'll only be coming here from now on read more

Super professional and knowledgeable staff with hospital and relaxing atmosphere. I would highly recommend K2 to anyone looking to get their hair right! read more

Amazing service and quality, gives me exactly what I ask for every time. Could not recommend it enough

Recently started getting my haircut from k2 and it was a great price and a well done cut. Would definitely recommend coming here

I drive all the way from Inner Richmond so I can get my hair cut by Nick! Very friendly and always gives me the haircut I'm envisioning. Feels great having a hair stylist I can trust! read more

First time here and had a appointment with Ken at 10:00AM right when business is open. Ken did an amazing job with my cut! I showed him a picture of how I wanted it and asked for a low fade which he did flawlessly. We also had a nice conversation on multitude of things. Awesome experience overall and I highly recommend anyone to get a cut from him! read more

Cross posting this from Google reviews since I'm impressed - I regularly go to a celebrity Korean salon in LA that cuts hair for some really famous stars. Was in the Bay Area and needed a haircut asap. Ken did a fantastic job and pretty much hit every technique. I have a complex 2-block and he did well with layering, cutting at an angle (for a longer back) and maintaining sideburns. Are you gonna get a bougie spa treatment? No. But for $35 and just the cut - fantastic. Just make sure you know what style you want and a good picture for reference. Would def come again if I'm in the area. read more

Great barber and professional hair stylist so far. Need appointment to easier and convenient service read more

Ken has been cutting my hair for over 2 years and he's done a fantastic job every time, even when I have weird/trendy ideas I want to try! What I have appreciated the most is that he always remembers the small details and what helps me looking professional and cleaned up. They have a great selection of products too, and he's been great about explaining what makes sense for me hair type and style. Highly recommend if you're looking for great quality, consistency, and value. read more

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I've been coming here for several years, and Nick is my go-to. Nick is dependable, affordable, and has an unwavering attention to detail -- everything you want out of a barber. Book him though his calendar app if you can though, he's been getting pretty popular lately. The man is a wizard with scissors + clippers, so it makes sense. read more

"Laura, your hair is SO freakin' cute!!!" That's what I've been hearing all week since Ken cut my hair, and I love it! He's very detail-oriented and focused on making his clients happy with their haircut. When I asked him how he got into hairstyling, he told me, "I started it as a summer job, but I love it. I like making people happy, and if they're happy, I'm happy." He definitely accomplished that with me. In fact, I was a little iffy on my initial cut because the reference picture I gave him didn't show the back at all, so he invited me back to make it more of an A-line, and didn't charge me at all for the second visit. He's not only talented, but affordable! I'd refer him to anyone. I'm so excited that I've finally found someone I can afford to go to regularly...and that cuts my hair as if I could afford a lot more! read more

[2/23/12] Awesome! I have super long hair (to my waist) and he understood exactly what I was going for and gave me perfect long layers and re-did the front to frame my face and took off a ton of weight but kept the length. Long-haired girls go here :) UPDATE 7/26/16 -- Over 4 years, still going to Ken at K2, still loving the haircuts! Last year I even talked both of my sisters into trying it there and they also both have TONS of long hair and he does an amazing job. Now all three of us sisters are happy, loyal customers of K2. He's great! read more

A friend (Heidi) recommended Ken at K2 Salon as the best 'Scissor Man' she'd seen. Well I'd agree and have had my hair cut by Ken for many years. Reasonable prices, concentration on what my hair needs to look it's best. Ken is kind and thoughtful. After an illness that took a toll on my hair--Ken calmly cut my long hair to a stylish, above shoulder length while allowing my tears to have some space as needed and a plan for my hair to recover. I have never heard Ken say anything that was not deeply empathic and ultra kind. Ken's skills with delivering a precise haircut are truly a gift to Oakland. read more

Love love love! My daughter got a new hair cut for the new year and donated 12 inches to locks of Love! Ken gave her a free cut because it was a donation! Great stylist and even a better heart! Thank Uncle Ken! read more

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I've been coming here for about a year and a half now and Nick has always given us that fire cut every single time without fail. Now my two brothers and I make a point to come in together for our cuts. Appointments make getting my hair cut convenient and quick and I couldn't ask more from my favorite barber Nick! My friends constantly ask where I get my haircut and I always recommend K2! read more

Nick gives the most fire haircuts this world has ever seen. Has a real knack for art in general, and pays close attention to detail. Really knows how to make a cut go well with the mold of your head, and is really talented with scissor work as well. Hands down, my go-to barber. Only come if you're ready for your life to be changed. read more

I've been here for about 4 years and Nick really is the homie he's the only person who really understands my hair. Since I have Asian hair he pays close attention and detail and is a genius with scissors. Whatever you need Nick will get it done for you!! read more

Best haircut ever. Nick is the best barber I've ever had and have been going here for years. He's the best!

I've never had such an AMAZING haircut. I only get my hair cut here from now on, it's always way better than I expected. It's not just my opinion, I'm always getting great comments right after! Nick is super talented. read more

The good: The scalp massage. Holy moly, it was divine. I would pay money just for that alone. I was so tired that day and wasn't in the mood to chat through the haircut, and Ken was totally respectful of that. I was able to get an appointment the same day I called in. Reasonably priced. The bad: I kind of hate my hair cut. It's not terrible, but it's really not good either. I asked for soft layers throughout my long hair, and then side swept bangs. But what I got instead were kind of shaggy blunt bangs that were cut way too short. They're so short that the hair won't properly lay flat and flounces upward in a strange way. The price of the haircut up front is reasonable. $45 compared to the $70-80 you get charged elsewhere. BUT, it's $45 for a mediocre cut. Which is pretty much a waste of that money. If you're able to get a good cut here, which a lot of other reviewers seem to be happy, then it's a great deal. There was NO ONE else in the salon almost the entire time I was getting my hair cut. And yet, Ken kept walking away from me at various points, some times to just peek out the window and I don't know why. It seemed like he was expecting something or looking out for someone? Don't know what was up with that. And he also stepped away a few times to answer the phone, once when I was in the middle of having my hair washed. So I was just sitting with my head in the sink while he made an appointment with another guest. Not a big deal at all, but just a little strange since I've never experienced that at other places. Extra star because 2 stars makes it seem like it was terrible, and it wasn't. read more

I had keratin treatment done along with a haircut and very satisfied with the result. Way better than what I expected. Ken is very experienced and skillful. Their price is reasonable. Salon is clean and comfortable. The whole experience was awesome. I would definitely go back as a regular and Highly recommended! read more

!!!! I got my hair cut here for the first time 2 weeks ago. I HATE getting my haircut b/c I can't find someone that I like. I get all anxious and ish. Anyway, I found K2 salon on yelp and picked it b.c if the reviews and proximity to work. Then I found out that Ken is the uncle of one of my coworkers so then I felt like I had to go.... I'm glad I went! I felt so relaxed when I got my shampoo, scalp massage, deep conditioner, and whatever else he did. I almost fell asleep!!! It was like that feeling when the masseuse tells you your massage is over and you have to get dressed? Drowesy, sad, but relaxed. He did some magical stuff in the sink to make my hair feel so soft I couldn't stop touching it afterward PLUS i made other ppl touch it (which I would never normally do). it was just so soft.... I had really long hair going in and I had long hair leaving, which is the way I wanted it. Amazingly though he trimmed my hair and layered the heck out of it so now it is light, moves well, and has shape. I have WAY less hair but it's still long. Plus I got my bangs back. Generally, when I get my bangs cut, i regret it later because they end up too heavy and I have to pin them back. These are perfect tho! Ken also did an amazing job layering my hair without using that razor/ scissor/ comb thing that other salons use. He actually layered it free hand with scissors. Love it. I normally get my hair cut once every six months or something cuz it is so stressful and i don't know where to go. Now, I have a place!!!!! Also, I told my sister to go here. He cut her hair super short (like chin length) and it looks too cute!! P.S. I know that there are a lot of !!! in my review. Sorry. If you look at my other reviews you know I am not a !! type of gal, but this is really how I feel about Ken. :) read more

Review directed only for my haircut from Ken. Me: Happy Wallet: Happy Boyfriend: Happy It's a triple happiness rainbow tagged at a mere $45. I showed him the pics, opened my magazine, next thing you know, I'm looking like a bad bitch with a capital B. Apparently, my social media circles approve as well. I haven't gotten that many likes apart from the time I posted pictures of two sibling kittens. I'm of the belief that great haircuts don't need to come with tears over a strained wallet. Practically all of my best haircuts cost less than $50. Subway in Shanghai. Outside a pub in London. Pregnant lady's neighborhood joint in Taipei. And now, a fantastic man by the name of Ken, in Oakland. read more

So I have a habit of never going back to the same hair stylist more than twice because they have all ended in disappointment . I have tried the 'top-rated' stylists all around the San Francisco Bay Area and Sacramento and none of them come close to Ken's ability to style and shape hair. (And let me tell you, I choose the ones who supposedly teach hair workshops at beauty colleges.) I've paid $100+ for my haircuts, always with the same mediocre results, or worse..UNEVEN layers and screwed up bangs. I recently went to a stylist in Old Oakland, who shall remain unnamed, and she gave me a cut that was the complete opposite of what I said I wanted. The ends were blunt like a broomstick and the layers were longer on top and shorter on the bottom. It made no freaken sense! Ken's price range is more than reasonable for the amazing cut he delivers. I went to him to remedy my shitty cut from two weeks prior and I am SO GLAD I did. He is a true artist and uses his own technique to shape hair that is in balance with your facial structure and direction of hair growth to achieve an overall flattering look for YOU. He works WITH the hair you already have to make it the most beautiful, not against it. I didn't think he could do very much to 'fix' my hideous cut from the last stylist, but not only did he keep the length, he evened out the layers, made them more defined, re-shaped my bangs for a more natural and romantic feel, and gave my limp Asian hair body and movement. I went home on my merry little way and I couldn't stop staring at my beautiful head of hair for the next five hours! Again, he did all this while keeping the length of my hair. AH.MAZING. Don't hesitate booking an appointment with Ken. He is personable and has true talent when it comes to cutting, styling and coloring hair! read more

About once or twice a year I get to the point where I'll just grab a scissors and start hacking my ends here and there out of frustration. It's because I hadn't found a local hairstylist that has met my minimum needs: convenient location, reasonable pricepoint and listens to my (not really complicated) requests. That changed yesterday! I've been passing by K2 since it opened a couple of years ago, and, backed by these positive Yelp reviews, finally decided to call for an appointment -- which happily ended up being on that same afternoon. Ken is a consummate professional. And ladies, try not to worry that most of the reviews here are from guys. My shampoo, scalp massage and haircut were as good as any I've had in hipstery salons in The City. So while Ken charges more than the nearby Chinatown places -- albeit less than high-end salons -- it's money very well spent. read more

Ummmm - whomever is writing these reviews must have been going to stylist that use bowls to cut their hair. No really, looking at the pix and the girl that came out, everyone has the same cut. This guy was awkwardly impersonable, and basically just trimmed my hair, not re-styling it (there's a difference). He was incapable of doing a blow out on my wavy hair - I looked like a damn Pomeranian when he was done. I looked at him and had to "request" that he use a flat iron, to which he stated "your hair is curly" - not sure if there's a language barrier or if he's incompetent. I think that the majority or client/reviewers must have straight asian hair so he was overwhelmed by my WAVY, fine hair. And all the reviews about $40... he charged me $45, and I gave him a generous tip which he barely acknowledged. Would I recommend to a friend - hells no, not even a divorced friend. Not giving him a "1" b/c I don't want to "poo poo" everything. read more

Ken's the owner and stylist of this well-kept salon, and he gave me the haircut I've been envisioning for years! I've had many great cuts, all falling a little shy of this vision, and most at a higher cost, but Ken finally nailed it. I was able to book an appointment within a day's notice, got in and out on time, and only $45 lighter. read more

I get my hair cut here by Ken and I enjoy it. I've been getting cut by Ken for a while now and knew him before he opened his new Salon. I think it is great to see people embarking on business even during "These Tough Economic Times". Ken is always good with his scheduling, he never makes me wait. His hair cut is moderately priced and he always does a consistent and clean job. The new salon has nice decor and there is a parking lot in front, it can fill up though. Overall, I would recommend you to check him out, I've been very happy. If there was one thing they could improve on, that would be including the shampoo/rinse in the $25 for a men's haircut. Aaron Brown. read more

I've been a client of Ken's for 5+ years. Great service and reasonable prices. Highly recommended. My wife also has gone here and has never had any problems. read more

FINALLY! I have lived in the Jack London Sq area for 5 years now and have had to drive to Alameda to get a decent haircut. I decided to do a search on Yelp to see if any new places had opened up in the past 2 years and voila. The place is a nice spot, clean, modern, and located right at the corner of 10th/Jackson. Ken gave a super haircut, but on top of that...you can just tell he knows what he is doing. A smooth seamless process with excellent results. For anyone leery of trying someone new (like I was), I can assure you that you will be in good hands with Ken. I will now be a regular. Spread the good word! read more

Just got a Kencut™ I'm hesitant to write a glowing review for fear that Ken will become way too booked to see me and my crazy cowlicks. But man, this guy knows how to cut hair. Let's just say that I've found my new barber. As long as I can get to him, I will be coming to K2. Thank you Ken! read more

Got my hair cut the other night and the owner was nice enough to let me come in after hours. The place is nice and clean and somewhat new still. In regards to the Haircut itself, I couldn't be happier. After going to 4-5 different places in the last 6 months, I have finally found a great spot. The price is fair and the service was more than satisfactory. -G read more