Melissa did such a great job on my son's haircut! She was patient, she explained what she was doing next, and he loved her. I'm so happy with the service she gave us! read more

I passed this place a couple of times since moving to corona. It never seemed too busy and my son's hair was definitely overdue for a haircut and as Easter was approaching and bunny pictures were around the corner I opted to find a haircut place in the mall so I can do a Bath and Body return on the same trip. The classic two birds one stone mom maneuver. Anyways, I am an avid yelp review researcher. I look high and low and at every photo before going anywhere for food, clothes, groomer, stylist etc but was in a pinch since Easter is this Sunday and I waited to the last minute. I saw the 3. Something stars on yelp but only skimmed couple photos. I really wish I had done my research. I got exactly as advertised in the photos. Seems baby boys have gotten Melanie's uneven, rushed haircuts. I instructed her that I wanted a little comb over in the front she repeated it as if she understood, then cut so quickly it was too short to do anything but stick straight up. Only with tons of pomade and soaking wet, did it start momentarily down. I did not notice the inconsistencies all over his head until after leaving. But what really could be done then? I did make several comments to my mother in front of Melanie saying I guess he will have to wear a hat for Easter and thank goodness his hair grows back quickly because she cut it too short here in all this she wasn't phased and proceeded to charge me asking if I wanted to leave a tip. I think it's a very cute setup they have in there and Melanie was kind but she is just unexperienced or not good at her craft to be quite honest I do not recommend going to her. There was another woman who cut three toddler boys hair ahead of my son and I really wish I waited for her. Her name was Andi I believe. Her cuts were detailed and clean. I'm kicking myself for not requesting to wait for her but the shop was very busy that day and it was just the 2 women working with tons of customers. I would come back to request Anita. Will update once I do. Haircut pricing was actually very fair at $30 read more

Monkey Dooz - Top 2=before haircut, Bear and bottom right=after haircut,3 in PJs=Next day with no product, inconsistent haircut and odd Style - Kids Hair Salons Near Me - Riverside, California

The quality and detail of this haircut is the absolute worst I have ever gotten with my kids. I paid $37 on a cut that looks like I did it myself with no cosmetology license. The fact that this was my baby's first haircut made it even worse. Now I have to go take him somewhere else and pay double the money and get a haircut that I didn't want to correct these mistakes. read more

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Went there for my baby's first haircut, the atmosphere is very nice, the seats are like cars and they have tablets that play different Disney movies. My baby was really excited and was sitting still playing the whole time. Christina did his haircut today, she's professional and very accommodating. They charge $30 which is reasonable. I did call ahead of time to make an appointment and was helped like 5 minutes after the appointment time or so which was ok. It's located by Miguel Jr the restaurant in the back of the mall. I will be back. read more

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Melanie was great with my son, who's disabled and deaf. She worked with him even with the wiggles, even when he moved unpredictably. I have already reviewed this place on Yelp, but I wanted to update that we are still having excellent experiences here. We are loyal customers and have been back 5+ times at this point (I've lost count). read more

Andy did great with my autistic child she had patience ,and cut his hair so quick but did an amazing job I recommend her 100%.

We scheduled an appointment online through their website for our 3 year old to get her first haircut, or trim, I should say. We were scheduled with Melanie, as she was open for the next available appointment. When we got there, we did have to wait a little, but it wasn't any longer than 10 min for the child before us to finish plus clean up time. The space was cute, decorated with a Jungle Theme and cute little race car chairs for the kids to sit on. There were a few reviews on their website that weren't really in favor of Melanie's services, but I thought that Melanie handled our daughter's first haircut perfectly, even giving her some pretty glitter gel on her hair afterwards! Also, I thought it was nice that you could pay an extra $2 for a certificate if you choose! read more

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Although it's quick for the kids the girls that work there are terribly rude. Def wouldn't recommend.

My son has been getting a haircut with scissors for the past two years and today he finally let Melissa use the clippers! She was so patient with him and made the experience comfortable for him. We will definitely be back again read more

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Andy was quick and awesome with the service ! Will definitely be bringing our son back for more cuts here ! read more

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I get haircuts with Melissa, for my little boy and she's great! I guess if you have a walk in with a little girl they completely skip over you and claim they called your name. We were sitting there for over an hour and they never called for my daughters name but crossed her off. She was the only walk in with a girl name. One of the other stylist, Malanie, even gave me attitude claiming she called us. Won't be returning, even with my son. read more

Came here with my autistic son and they had Frozen playing. First, the girl called the person in front of us and then when she realized they called that person already was called back. She then proceeded to skip my son and call the next person. Luckily I spoke up and said "wait we were before them" but she said "well it looks like his name was highlighted already". Not a good start. Unfortunately Frozen is a huge trigger for my son so I asked if they could please turn off the tv that is just right in front of where we were sat. She said in a really rude tone "no we can't". At that point I told my husband let's just leave. I'm not going to be treated disrespectfully and I'm not going to let them be rude about my son being on the spectrum. Establishments like this really upset me as a mom with a child with special needs. I left wanting to cry. Thank goodness my husband was with me because I was extremely upset. read more

Terrible place, cut my sons hair way too short. When I asked how much more she was planning on cutting she pointed to the floor and said there is how much I cut. Very rude. Would not recommend, stay away. Does not know how to cut curly hair, did not follow the picture I showed her. read more

Melissa did an AMAZING job! She was super sweet, loving, great with my son who is only 13 months! She had a steady hand and a great attitude! She did an absolutely awesome job! I highly recommend her and this business! They have iPads / cars and experienced stylists! Thank you for making my sons first haircut so special!!!! We will be back!! Promote this woman! read more

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I've been taking my oldest grandson at Monkey Dooz, he went there for his first haircut and now I took his younger brother there over the weekend for his first haircut also. As always the staff are great and Cristina took care of my 20 month old and my soon to be 5 year old grandson. She was patient and attentive and knowing that it was a first haircut for the younger one she made it quick . The boys look amazing as always and thank you Ms Cristina - hope to see you for their next cut. read more

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Came today at 5pm bringing my son straight from school and they were closed. I even checked before I left and they said 6pm.

Called and made an appointment for my 14 month old grandson in for a haircut. Staff was super friendly on the phone. On appointment day we were greeted and seated at a station right away. My grandson loves sitting in the little car chair. He watched Toy Story while his hair was being cut. Sylvia was awesome with him and was so quick. The haircut was perfect! Monkey Dooz is definitely our haircut shop! read more

Monkey Dooz - Great place for kids cuts! - Kids Hair Salons Near Me - Riverside, California

Not sure how they have so many good reviews when they are so rude and poorly managed. They never answer the phone so it's basically only walk-ins Had to wait around for over almost 2 hours but was there long enough to see their overpriced haircuts were not worth it and instead took my 3 year old to a regular barbershop Don't waste your time/money read more

I took my two boys here; They are 4 & 1! I enjoyed the experience! No matter how much my kiddos tossed and turned Sylvia did a magnificent job on getting their fade just right! My oldest kiddo enjoyed checking himself out in the mirror during his haircut!!! It's so peaceful and welcoming there! My kiddos loved watching Moana and driving the red race-car! I would also like to add it was very easy making an appointment over the phone! As well as walk-ins are only up until 4pm:) for future reference! $30 per haircut read more

Monkey Dooz - After our haircut experience!! All smiles - Kids Hair Salons Near Me - Riverside, California

Love the outcome, no one could get the cut right !! Except Melissa of Monkey Dooz . Highly recommend!!! read more

Monkey Dooz - Awesome haircut by Melissa - Kids Hair Salons Near Me - Riverside, California

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40 minutes before closing and (4) empty chairs but they don't take walk in I hope the owner know the employees are just looking at the clock waiting to get off the clock ... horrible business sense. Will not be returning. read more

They squeezed in my son last minute and I'm so grateful they did! He needed his first haircut at only 8 months so I was nervous about how it was going to go- but they are magicians! Sylvia worked so quickly and gave us exactly what we asked for and I took less than 10 minutes. The salon is geared toward kids and it definitely helps kids stay distracted while they get their hair cur! Thank you, thank you! We will be back!! read more

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We were looking for a place to take our son for his haircut! He is 15 months and does not I repeat not like strangers or anybody touching him with loud noises and he had gotten haircuts before and because of him moving the other ppl had not done good jobs. So I was looking for a place specializing in kids. and I'm glad we came here! Melanie was super fast and even tho he was moving and crying she got the job done and we left so happy! Definitely gained a loyal client! Will be back soon!! read more

Been taking my son here for about 1 year now only place he gets a cut. Melissa is super patient and friendly. Doesn't rush and always makes sures he's looking good! read more

We booked an appointment with Melissa and she was amazing. She knew exactly what kind of haircut my baby needed. She was gentle and took into consideration that my LO had just woken up from a nap. Hands down she was the best. Definitely coming back. read more

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Professional staff in a fun environment. They keep the child entertained and work fast. My son wasn't scared at all. I like bringing my son here and recommend it to others. A little more pricey Maybe than some other regular barber shops or salons, but it's worth it to have a good experience. read more

Monkey Dooz - Jungle cutz! - Kids Hair Salons Near Me - Riverside, California

Well.. i have been to this location 3 times but i was never disappointed. But last time the new stylist Carmela cut my sons hair, the hairlines are not straight and they are diagonal in front, it looks like we can cut better at home. Hairs everywhere are a disaster, sideburns back everywhere its just not straight. We travel 30 minutes one way so that we can have some specialist cut the hairs and it look professional I emailed the owner with my sons pictures but he never responded back so i have to post this review so others can select better . read more

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Made an appointment with Melissa on their website, which was super easy. This was our first haircut and Melissa was so sweet and patient and above all - quick! The haircut is exactly what I wanted and is very cute. Melissa even asked if I wanted a little lock of hair. Thank you Melissa and Monkey Dooz for a great first haircut! read more

I had the best experience with Melissa Thompson. She knew exactly how to make my toddler feel comfortable and was patient. I loved how she let my toddler feel the tools she was using. Will make an appointment again with her. read more

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Service here is tremendously lacking. I understand being understaffed but if you know you can't service guests why not let them know as soon as you see them walk in. If it wasn't for me going to ask the lady she wouldn't have told me anything & I would've wasted even more time here. I waited almost 40 minutes for nothing! Never coming back here again! Ridiculous. read more

Would give zero stars if I could. They have sign in log at the front but do not even take it into consideration. Checked in and waited over an hour and saw new people come and go and still waited and noticed they took the sign in log off the table that I had signed in on and by then still had not called for my kids names. Then they proceeded to only use an appointment only log on the counter without checking first if we had been helped after waiting over an hour from signing in. I ended up walking out because no child needs to wait that long to have their hair cut or be ignored. One other thing is they do not acknowledge anyone who walks in. Really poor customer service. Seems cute with the animal themes but I honestly had a better experience after at a different salon to get their hair cuts taken care of. I would not recommend this place and I will not be returning. They will waste ur time and ignore you especially if you go in as a walk-in if your spending time at the mall. Also not sure if they follow general guidelines for sanitation to keep clean tools at all times because one stylist dropped clipper guards on the floor while cutting another child's hair and proceeded to pick it up and still use it which is considered contaminated and which I know is a huge no with the Board of Barbering and Cosmetology. read more

Haircuts have become a dreaded topic in my household. My oldest son has sensory issues and haircuts are always a battle. Full of tears, screams, swatting hands, and a bad cut. Silvia was soo amazing and quick. My son didn't shed a single tear she was so calm and understanding when he did get a little agitated. He was such a trooper and Silvia was so amazing. We also took my 11 month old for his first cut and he went nuts... he cried and screamed and moved everywhere and the stylist (my husband didn't catch her name) and she was also super fast and calm and soo good with him. I actually am excited for haircuts now. Only reason it's not 5/5 is because I feel $30 is a tad steep for a kids cut but you get what you pay for. read more

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Charlene is amazing with kids and she cut my baby's hair so well. It was his first haircut at 17mos and he had the best time ever. She even prepared cocomelon like I requested online. Thank you Charlene! read more

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I brought my two littles ones to get a hair cut with Melissa and I must say she was amazing! She was quick, friendly and her customer service was excellent. I'll definitely be bringing my kids back to Monkey Dooz. read more

Walked in and noticed it was busy, and asked if they only took appointments, and heavy set Latina looking woman employee, by the register said "yes" . Mind you, I had called about 20 minutes earlier to ask what time they closed (Yelp says 6pm and the lady that answered the phone specifically said "We close at 6 but take our last WALK IN at 4" never mentioned to make an appointment or that they were booked/busy.. as a matter of fact it could have been the courteous thing to do. She then asked what number did we call her from to fact check us, what was the reason for that? Then she looked at the time and said it was 30 minutes from the time we called.. so making it seem like we were too late or something.. idk it was embarrassing the way she was talking to us infront of others there, we aren't even from Riverside, we came down from Santa Monica to visit family and figured we can get a quick trim to even out our son's hair. read more

Hands down. Miss Kassie. The. BEST. We've been coming here for 2 years now. My son usually cries when he gets a haircut but she knows how to put a smile on his face every single time. read more

Monkey Dooz - Miss Kassie doing her magic - Kids Hair Salons Near Me - Riverside, California

My baby needed a haircut and we wanted to be professionally done this time before his birthday in a few days. The application was made online weeks ahead. My boyfriend took our baby there and he came out looking more handsome. Its pricey $35, but my boyfriend don't mind and he can afford it so why not. Our baby didn't really cry. They have cute chairs for children and due to Covid-19, not many people are allowed and by appointment only. He got a certificate of his first professional haircut and attached a little mini ziploc bag with some of his hair as a memory. read more

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It has been 8 years since I have stepped foot in here due to a bad experience when my older son was little. My now almost 2 year old needed a haircut and this was the only place that had an available appointment. I was a bit hesitant just because I had a bad experience a long time ago but today was wonderful. I unfortunately didn't catch the name of the girl who cut my sons hair but she did such a great job and was so friendly and kind. I think it has changed my mind about this place and we will be back:) read more

Melissa Thompson cut my sons hair for his first haircut ever. She was fantastic! No wait. She got to know my kid first to see how he was before she started. He was scared and cried the entire time but she was so accommodating and very friendly. I highly recommend making an appointment with her! I will be back! read more

The first time I came here, I was really unhappy. The woman that cut my sons hair had no patience, wasn't friendly and didn't do a good job at all. Then we found Tara. Not only is she adorable, but she talked to my son the entire time and gave him toys and kept him distracted to give him the most perfect haircut I've ever seen!! If you go, definitely ask for or wait for Tara. She was made to do what she does and she does a wonderful job at it. I can't recommend her enough. She's wonderful. read more

Monkey Dooz - Definitely as for Tara!!! - Kids Hair Salons Near Me - Riverside, California