If you've never been here, it can come across as hectic and overwhelming. Once you figure out how things work, it flows. They are open 24/7 and there are men and women available to style your hair. No appointments are required. If you have a preferred stylist, it could be a little bit of a wait but make sure you voice that when you arrive so that you're accommodated accordingly. Cash payments are preferred and they do not accept American Express. You can use contactless pay options as well. I've found that from start to finish I don't wait a long time. Of course there will be peak and off peak times so plan appropriately for the wait. There are places nearby that you can grab a bite to eat before or during your service to avoid being hangry. Parking is along a busy street and there is a lot across the street and around the corners at no fee. Whenever I'm in Chicago and I need my hair washed, Mina's comes through for me. I haven't had color or other intricate hair services done here. Wash, deep conditioner and the occasional trimming of my hair. They'll even pin it up for you to retain your curls if you have an event and trying to preserve your hair. The shop can get congested at times and there is the smell of blow dried hair that is a turn off for some. Overall, they do a good job and I would return and recommend them. read more

Older techs are better workers . Some of the younger workers play to much when boss is not around. Hurt your head instead of detailing. read more

Milad moved to Atlanta and has his own Egyptian Hair salon. I found him by accident when search for Dominican Hair Salons in ATL. The same stylist who did my hair the day I went to the hospital to deliver my baby Chicago, is now the same man who did my daughter's hair on her tenth birthday. GOD is real. read more

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On a rainy Thursday evening, I was lucky to walk in and receive the best and most amazing color service, complete with a stimulating conditioning shampoo, totally tip-worthy. I'll definitely return. Twenty four hours a day, this Mena's is open and secure. Comfortable, welcoming vibe here ... ‍ read more

People beware..They are very ruff on clients hair, including children. They are rude and disrespectful. Pulling peoples hair out and leave painful bald spots and then the Barbers are laughing at a clients. Do better boys.. read more

I've never love my natural hair more it's gotten so healthy it is now trained and full of bounce every time i come Tony gets me in and out very professional I love when he does my hair read more

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I've worn my hair natural my whole life is to basically the bottom of my neck long healthy I had it dyed because it was going gray 3 weeks before. On my birthday I went in to have it blown out because I was told I needed a trim and it had to be straightened. I was told by the men at this salon that when I washed it it would go back to my natural curls which is what I wanted. The next Sunday I came in because I was nervous about washing it myself and what it would come out like so I went back there to have them wash it a week later. Washing it and conditioning it it came out wavy and straight there were no curls. I was so freaked out I didn't even know what to say and they straightened it again and I paid and left. Praying that it would go back to my natural curls. After 10 days I washed it again same thing. I have now washed it twice since I feel like my natural hair is gone. It is only completely straight. This is not what I wanted this is not what I was told. I tip them upon $80 I gave them $45 and I'm sorry $100 almost 50% tip and then when I came back the next time it was $60 and I gave them because there was no trim it was just a blowout and I gave them $60 and I gave them 50% which was $30. And my hair will never go back to what it was as far as I was told by two other salons they damage your hair because the heat was too hot.. When I call them which is today and told them hey you damaged my hair I've watched it this many times it's not going back to curly it's just straight and wavy and unless I put rollers in it or flatten it or something it's a mess it just doesn't go back to naturally curly like it used to. Chemo that's how you pronounce his name, told me then you shouldn't have come back the second time. F*** these people I will never recommend any black woman to go into this place and have your hair damaged if it is natural. read more

I would give it 3 stars because i told the workers that my child is tender headed and btw she is 13, and the people who was washing her was a little rough and the one who blow dryer her hair was on the phone and doing it overly hard i would go for myself don't bring any of your kids here im not taking my kid there again if if they have better workers. the place looks nice and yet still have their Christmas stuff from 2 years ago but they have aprons to let the hair not get on our chest. read more

I went to Mena's for several months, primary due to convenience. However when I went back to my normal stylist we discovered that some type of product to relax hair had been applied to my hair. This was done without my knowledge or consent. Prior to this, I had not had chemicals to relax my hair in 20+ years. Since this has happened I have experienced severe(!) hair loss and shedding. For a salon to apply products that permanently change a client's hair without authorization is a violation of trust. If you decide to go to Menas I recommend bringing your own products or checking each product they use before it is placed on your hair. The product was likely placed in my hair when I thought I was getting a deep conditioner. read more

Tony is great! He does a fantastic job on natural hair and he does not use too much heat. He dries the hair without burning the scalp or drying out the hair. He is fast and personable. He always tries to accommodate his customer's schedule when you give him advance notice and he is available overnight. I highly recommend Tony! read more

I find it disturbing that they charge clients based on hair texture while providing inadequate service and disregarding customer experience. I've only been twice and witnessed arguments amidst 2 stylist and the public which is extremely unprofessional. While doing both of my daughter's hair, the stylist showed excessive aggression and insensitivity by repeatedly yanking their hair from root to tangle without even successfully detangling their hair. Each time I intervened, he would temporarily stop, only to resume his behavior when I looked away. This was an extremely unpleasant experience. Do not recommend. Do not give them your money. read more

my spiral curls last for two weeks easily! Al does a beautiful job y'all Yess my main read more

Mena's Hair Design - Hair Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Do not come here at night I am not sure how this business is usually ran during the day but they old have three hair dressers working and keep taking clients I do not believe these stylists are licensed they are not following sanitizing procedures and are rushing through every client being heavy handed I would never recommend anyone to come here you are better off going to the salon that is similar on 53rd read more

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They do a nice job with my hair. But the constant yelling and screaming in their native language can be very off putting and unpleasant for their clients read more

I went to Menas last Friday for a blow dry and flat iron (hair was already washed & conditioned) I called before coming and was told they were not busy and would be able to sit right down. I live maybe 5 minutes away so I came 10 minutes later and they were BUSY. I ended up waiting 1hr and 20 mins before I started to get blow dried. By then my hair was completely dry so the blow dryer hurt really bad going through my hair. The stylist suggested I get a trim since my ends were not even, I told him I just got a trim in January but he can clip just the frayed ends. He chopped my hair by 2 inches and made the left side of my hair shorter than the right. It's like he cut layers into my side with the bang and I did not want that at all. I was so frustrated I cried because I could not believe he did this to me. The manager then made a million excuses for his employee's lack of knowledge on trimming hair. He still charged me for the style even though they messed me up and was completely in tears. It was a traumatizing experience and no one should go to this location. To add they didn't even have smocks for their clients and did not even sanitize any chairs before the next customer sat. I will never return and the manager did nothing to compensate me. read more

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even though they are 24 hours and conveniently located in our neighborhoods, my lady visit here showed me how racist and disrespectful these people are to black women and our hair! George (I believe that's his name) who sit in first chair was ver rude, mean, and unprofessional when dealing with my hair in its natural state. When I told him he was hurting me he did not care and thought it was funny. I asked for honey blonde and they gave me a yellow blonde color. If you're ok with being disrespectEd in another language this will be the perfect place to visit read more

I went here a few months ago and they did a horrible job. It seems like the new workers they bringing in don't know how to deal with NATURAL HAIR. When one of the stylists was done with my hair it looked like it was just blow-dried when I asked for a silk press and then they upcharge me because my hair was natural and long I always go there and they only charge me $55. I won't be coming back here again. read more

I decided to try this salon again when I walked in there was a change in the employees so let's what happens.

Came into the city to visit family from Italy for Christmas. I usually have or prefer a Dominican hair stylist to straighten and do my hair because they are able to get it bone straight and I never have to pay a lot for what I want. I received a wash and blow out from Joe and it was amazing. He also trimmed my ends. I only paid $55. I went on a day where I guess they weren't busy but the service was pretty good and I was happy with how my hair turned out. If you're in town and need a quick wash and blowout like I did this place isn't a bad spot to check out. :) read more

Didnt have a good experience AT ALL I also tried the mena's in indiana pretty much the same across the board. When detangling my hair they didn't wet it and they started from the root ripping my hair out till the comb was able to go through no matter how much I flinched or jerked my head but advertise to black women... It's best to start from the end and work your way up when working with courser hair. When I came I stated what I wanted and the heavy language barrier got in the way they were telling me things " I needed to get " like it was free and when I asked the lady was it a extra charge since you guys are offering it and that's not what I came for the only thing that was repeated back to me was " deep condition " like what?? So I just said whatever okay, wasn't even under the dryer 15 minutes but the " deep condition " was a extra $15. I Called in advance to see about pricing because their always trying to over charge me which they did again. My total went from $65 to $100 and I wasn't even satisfied. They also preferred me to pay cash i'm assuming so I couldn't dispute the charge since I hate my hair. Only been a couple hrs and my hair doesn't even look like I got it done wouldn't recommend at all! read more

I paid Mena's a visit this afternoon, as a walk-in, and was thoroughly impressed with the service and with my hair. George took care of me. He was extremely gentle with my natural hair and trimmed my ends to perfection. You can tell he has a passion for hair. Super professional....very hospitable. I've found my go to spot in Chicago. The prices are reasonable and I was in and out. I will be back for sure! Thanks Candace read more

Mena's Hair Design - Cascading curls on natural hair. Wow! George is the best!!!! Sending a huge thank you to George and to Mena's!!! I needed this today:) - Hair Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Not sure where the low stars coming from but Joe did an amazing job and listened to everything I said. His blow drying wasn't too hot and he took his time! To get wash, steam, flat iron for $45 was alright with me. read more

I noticed they didn't have a lot of stars and a lot of women were not satisfied. I'm not a woman that's hard to please, yet I am particular about my hair. It's usually hard to find a place after the holidays. I couldn't understand him when I walked in a lil at first, but it was my second time visiting before catching my flight. Also, this was another success with Adel taking care of me this time before I rushed to airport. I received a shampoo, deep Conditioner, blow-out, and flat iron. Satisfied with results just hope the rain doesn't destroy it :(. Happy New Year! read more

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I got a spam text message to my cell phone from this place advertising their services. It gave their address, so I know this is the location. I've never been here, so they must have bought my cell phone number with some list. Mena's, I don't do do business with spammers. You suck. read more

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Terrible hair salon! They CANNOT do hair! CANNOT color, straighten,or style! I spent $140.00 for NOTHING!! It DID NOT last a day!! Do not waste your money here! read more

Great stylist 24hours of the day ... George is my favorite ... he curls and style my hair just the way i want !!! Clean fast and professional read more

Mena's Hair Design - Hair Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

As much as I hear about clients being serviced here, I would have never thought I would have this such of an horrible experience. The wait time was horrible! I came in for a wash, highlights and styled and left out with dissatisfaction. I asked for a few highlights and once finished the "highlighted color" over took my natural hair color ...I fucking hate it! So bad, I want to cry while writing this!!!! The styling is out of date and think the stylist should consider learning new styling techniques and styles and not the late 80's early 90's cults and I don't like how I didn't even get a style similar to what I've asked... Not only did I express how much I hate my hair color and style, all I was offered was to come back in 2wks and "he'll" (George) will figure it out....I'll never recommend for someone to get serviced unless they need a wash/ bow dry..... I hate, hate ,hate HATE MY HAIR! read more

I am not a fan of chain hair salons but my experience with Ebrham was great! I paid $70 to get my hair done which is what I wouldve paid for a weave braided ponytail and I I'm happy that I choose my own hair. He knew what he was doing, he didn't rip through my natural hair and my spiral curls came out so beautiful and healthy! I'll definitely be back. read more

I have been coming here since 2006 and have never been disappointed! George is the absolute best! He has taken my hair from really damaged by weaves and just general misuse of products and processes. I love his Keratin treatment and his skill and knowledge in styling natural hair. I highly recommend Mena's Hair Design to anyone looking to grow your hair and trust it to gifted and knowledgeable hands! read more

Mena's Hair Design - George is the absolute best! - Hair Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Hey Ladies I wanted to know what all the hoopla was about this Salon on 35th and Michigan called Mena's so I got on a bus and came here from Madison Wisconsin to get my hair did. I am over satisfied nice clean shop with professional stylist I was seen as soon as I hung up my coat I recieved a steam conditioner treatment, ends cliped blowdry and curl all for 50 dollars Im winning Thanks again Niece for the hook up I will most definitely be back. read more

Mena's Hair Design - Hair Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

In town on family emergency and needed just a wash/style. I Yelped the area and found Mena's. Read the reviews, called and walked in. They weren't busy at all and it felt like family when I walked in. Got washed by one guy, blow dried by another, and finally Fayza styled my hair. 4 stars instead of 5 because I prefer no more than 2 people to complete a wash/style. I also wasn't sure why I got a steam condition right before my hair was blown out. I didn't like the roller brush, but that's their style. I will speak up next time. Fayza had instant chemistry with my hair and it reflects in the pictures. She was appreciative that I allowed her to style my hair because most clients request the set curls not to be fluffed out. I enjoyed my appt that was exactly one hour! My hair is so soft and my husband loves it. This will be my spot everytime I come home to visit! Thanks you all! read more

Mena's Hair Design - Hair Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I called ahead of time to see if they accept walk ins and they said yes, when I walked in there the guys working there didn't know I spoke arabic cursed my mother! And told the guy to tell me to come tomorrow this is literally me just walking in their store. They are so rude and I don't recommend going there! If there was a zero to give I would! read more

I enjoyed my most recent experience. My hair is natural, fine and easily damaged. I received the deep condition and steam. George trimmed all of the crunchy ends from my hair in layers. After one hour, I was transformed. Loved the results read more

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Im a Sasa fan and this review is for Sasa @ Menas...he is the only person that gets my hair silky smooth and straight and has my styles lasting weeks! My hair is natural and in all my life there has only been 3 people to do my hair correctly...out of those 3 Sasa is my favorite hairdresser! I was a client @ the bronzeville Menas but because I recently found out he has relocated to Lansing I will be going to the Lansing location as his client only read more

I have been with Mena's Salon for years. I decide to go "natural". My Stylist was very supportive of my decision. Fayza literally has my hair growing down my back. I have never been disappointed leaving them. I would recommend Mena's to anyone considering going natural or anyone who is a fan of healthy permed or otherwise. read more

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VERY DISAPPOINTED! I went to this location because Dee Dee at the Matteson location was off. I really needed to get me and my daughter's hair done. This location is much smaller than the Matteson location and not as busy as that location either. I am not used to have three different people work on my hair, a shampooer, a blow dryer, and then a stylist. Not everyone can do a good job on my daughter's hair because it is long and thick (very thick). I was pleased with my hair, but was not happy with my daughter's hair. Also they take their sweet little time. They stop doing hair to have conversations with one another. What made matters worse, was the pricing is not the same as the Matteson location, Apparently this location charges more for having natural hair. (Never heard of that before). On Tuesdays it is supposed to be $10 off of your services. My total came to $90 for both of our hair (wash and blow dry). The guy tried to make me feel better by saying I got $10 off and saved an extra $5 for paying cash. I did not have time to debate with him about the cost, so I paid it and made sure he knew I would NOT be back! read more

Sasa is very personable and nice. Great service!!! I went in with the nastiest tangled hair and he was able to turn it silky smooth. Turned an ugly duckling into a swan hehehe. I love my hair and new look. Thanks to sasa read more

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George is the absolute BEST!!!!! I love all the way in the south suburbs and I only trust them with my natural hair ! read more

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I went couple months ago and george was my stylist. He did a perm, color and gave me a hair cut with short layers. My hair felt light and bouncy, and the layers gave it great volume. The guy who washed my hair did a superb job, love a good scrub. It was my first time there and was impressed with the service. Thanks george. read more

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THE ABSOLUTE WORST EXPERIENCE OF MY LIFE! POLICE WERE INVOLVED! 6 COP CARS AND HE LOCKED ME AND MY CHILD INSIDE THE SALON AT 12 IN THE MORNING! AND PROMISED NOT TO OPEN IT TIL WE PAY Please READ BEFORE CONSIDERING THEM! First off I want to say MENA's IS THE ONLY PLACE IN MY LIFE IVE EVER BEEN TO FOR MY NATURAL HAIR ! I've never ever have been to no other professionals for my hair! Long story very short the Owner (Im assuming) not only did he bleach my hair so Unprofessional he also cut my hair uneven and terribly 1.) HE STAINED MY CLOTHES WITH BLEACH! (While handling my hair extremely harsh he smothered my forehead, ears, neck && side of my face in bleach! His friend had to come over and wipe the bleach off my clothing because he continued to talk instead of paying attention. 2 mins later he proceeds to drop more bleach on my clothes, in which I had to ask for a towel because he continued to drop bleach on me 2.) HE REFUSED TO DO THE COLOR I WANTED! ( he asked to see the picture at the beginning of my arrival, I showed him, he tells me he can do it, I waited for him as instructed for well over 2 1/2 hours! When he finally begin bleaching I tried to show him the picture again! He assures me he don't need the pic he knows it already RED FLAG! I should've paid attention! The first man to ever dye my hair at mena's (October 2019) asked to see pictures and even brought me a book full of color so I can match it perfect.. THIS MAN was so aggressive and cocky in his work that he did the color he liked instead of confirming with me the actual color! 3.) HE PROCEEDED TO TRY TO MAKE ME SUFFER THROUGH PAIN! Numerous of times I told this man that my hair was burning ( my scalp) And continuously he assured me it was normal and that it was suppose to burn... until I got to the conditioner && went from a level 3 of pain to a level 10 in pain! My scalp was on fire! Yet he still tried to convince me to go the full 15 mins... I didn't even last 2 it was burning sooooo bad! 4.) HE BELITTLE MY INTELLIGENCE! While Getting my hair washed I noticed how blonde the color was and I was scared that it wouldn't look right so I asked the shampooer does he think my hair should be tone && he told me he would ask, after trying to get the mans attention, I told him it was fine that I'm sure the stylist knew what he was doing (Boy was I wrong!) 5.) HE TRIED TO PUSH THIS AGENDA THAT YOU HAIR CANT NOT GROW AT ALL IF YOU DONT TRIM IT! After the burning situation I was already extremely irritated, but now it's time to style and he's convincing me I need my hair CUT! not trimmed! CUT INCHES! he goes on and on saying there's no way in this world a person hair grows without constant cutting. ( mind y'all he's telling me this while explaining that my hair grew out uneven .... one second my hair will never grow without cuts, next second he telling me it will always grow uneven.. LONG AS ITS GROWING RIGHT!? (Specially when the whole point he was trying to make is that my hair can't grow without cuts every 2 months)Though I have images and images of my hair growth experience I'm also a stylist myself && I specialize in braids of all types of hair... but I'm POPULAR for my amazing talent with extremely short hair and how I'm able to grip shorter hair and start the growing process IM KNOWN FOR THIS! He also tells me that's braids do nothing for me && continues to invalidate my work. 6.) HE HUMILIATED ME BY MAKING IT SEEM LIKE I WAS BROKE! Now we're completely done with the hair style && I HATE IT!, soon as he turned me around ... I SAW RED ! I was in such disbelief! I was so shocked .. I couldn't even gather my thoughts. Immediately I started pointing out everything I hate about it.. BUT INSTEAD OF LISTENING TO ME AND MY CONCERNS, HE DISMISSED MY CLAIMS AND BEGIN SHOUTING! "Ahhhh I know the problem, you make up all this shit so you can't pay!" when I tell you... THAT WAS THE BIGGEST MISTAKE HE COULD HAVE EVER DONE IN HIS LIFE! I went from 1 to 100 so fast I watched this man heart physically start pounding harder! I'VE NEVER BEEN SO INSULTED! From there it just got so much worst! I went completely off, insulted his entire existence! After that I told him I wanted to call the police, so he rushed and called them from his phone instead and immediately locked me and my child and friend inside the salon! At this point I'm scared for my life, because it's a shop full of men it's barely anyone in the shop and he locked me in saying I couldn't leave until I pay! I begin telling him I need to call my Dad because he was to aggressive for me and I needed a man to back me up! My friend was so scared she just paid him so we wouldn't be locked in the salon! BUT THEN HE STARTS FOLLOW US ALL THE WAY TO OUR CAR WHILE RECORDING! Thank God the police got there when they did! After explaining everything to the police officers they complete agreed with us && let us go home.. YET THIS MAN TRIED TO PRESS CHARGES BECAUSE HE RUINED MY HAIR! read more