I went in with pictures of the short haircut that I wanted for my thick, wavy ear length hair. Amanda was well reviewed and I thought she understood what I wanted: layers at the back to give it depth and wispy over my ears and forehead. She snipped away for quite a while at the back, and when I looked in a mirror, I was shocked. "All curls gone", she said proudly. My hair looks like a man's haircut, with no style or depth! I have been too heartbroken to even wash it or go out in public. What a mistake! read more

I was so pleasantly surprised by this experience! I was nervous when I walked in because there was no one else there and the pictures on the wall seem quite outdated. However, I got my long hair cut to shoulder length with choppy layers and I love it!! It's the best haircut I've had in a long time and it was only $40! This definitely not a fancy salon but they deliver. Would recommend! read more

When it comes to getting haircuts, I don't plan ahead. I tend to procrastinate as long as I can (until it's to late) and then I need to do the spontaneous walk-in. Over the past three years his lead me to the haircut-chain often seen in shopping malls. This was "good enough" - needless to say that I'm not a sophisticated customer when it comes to have my hair cut. On a Sunday in October it was time again t get my hair cut, and I didn't even think to have time to go to that chain, so I decided to try the walk-in at the only open hair-place in Pacifica (at least in my part of town). I walked there and checked-in before getting into the building. I opened the door and the only person in this large and undefurnished room happened to sit at her desk watching something on her table/phone. She seemed similarly surprised to see me as vice versa. She got up and was very friendly. We introduced each other and I explained her how I have my hair done (6 on the side and the top a bit longer to blend in). I honestly don't really know what all this means. 6 what? Millimeters? What does "blend in" mean in this context? But it gives me a predictable result, which is important if it's a new person doing my hair. The conversation was nice and she was reasonable fast at cutting my hair. I'm also happy with the result and glad to have found a place that is conveniently located for me. Because one things for sure: I'll need to do the spontaneous walk-in again. read more

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My first time here with Amanda for an A-Line Bob. She is gentle, sweet, and precise and I am very happy with the cut. I saved a little $ by washing and conditioning my hair just before the appointment so she could get started right away. She checks in to make sure you are happy with the style along the way. Relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Highly recommended! read more

This our 2nd time here and our son likes getting his hair cut here so that's why we are back. Amanda does a great job! Definitely recommend read more

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Have had my haircut twice already and plan to make this my place for haircuts. I could save maybe $4 or$5 but am tired if the other corporate assembly lines that get you in and out. Amanda takes pride in her profession and goes all out in making you feel welcomed and appreciated. Luckily for me I have the kind of hair that grows and grows. Her place is not fancy or decked out but has a homey feel and beware it is in pacifica where if the fog is in don't expect bright and sunny ambiance read more

Great! My go to post surf joint. Amanda always does a great job with exceptional attention to detail and care. $18 for combo scissor and clipper cut I am fully satisfied and always tip $7. Even at $25 out the door I get a better cut than any $50+ hipster barber bullsh*t in the city. Love this place. read more

It wasn't the place for me. The owner told me that my past the chest length long curly hair was not "modern" and that I should cut it to my shoulders. I got the sense that she just didn't like long hair, so I decided to just get a shampoo and style rather than a cut. She did a nice job on that. I would not recommend this salon for anyone who wants to keep their long hair due to the owner's attitude. I got the sense she really wanted to cut off a lot of my hair. read more

Pacific Coast is my hair saver! My hair is really damaged from the over bleaching that was done all these years, I was about to just cut them all off. But, I went to see Pacific Coast first for a hair consult. They gave me hope. They made suggestions and we decided we will give it a try. I must say that it is working. My hair is getting better, it is a work in progress but, I can already tell it will be saved! After numerous years in SF, I might just have found a salon finally to settle on, happily. I will be going back no doubt. read more

Very quaint hair salon in Pacifica, but Amanda is very friendly and always gives me good advice to cut my hair. Very knowledgeable and definitely has my business! read more

She does not stand by her work. I paid $100 for low lights which she was unaware how to do I had to instruct her. All the foiks were uneven and sloppy. Even blowing out the hair she didn't know how to do a simple blow out. It was a joke. read more

I stopped in on a whim, for a trim. The price was unbeatable and I was elated at the quality and creative ability. She recommended minor adjustments based on my face shape, thank god, she was spot on... I recommend this spot to all my friends. read more

I used to get my haircut by Bruce in Pacifica by Devils slide. After his passing, I didn't wanna cut my hair anymore and just wanted it to grow out. It got to the point where I was eating my hair lol. Heard great reviews about this place. I thought I'd give it a try. Everything came out the way I wanted. The cut wasn't too short, the color was great. The owner is really nice and informative on the questions I asked. Will surly come back again and again. read more

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This was my third time visiting this salon and I'm always satisfied! I have really thick curly hair (I'm Afro Asian Latina) and was scared about who I was going to allow you cut my hair but the stylist here soothed all my worries. She did a big chop when I first initially visited, the second time was a pixie cut and today I got a mullet! This stylist is very experienced and clearly works with all hair types. I'd highly recommend this little gem of a salon especially for POC women looking for someone who can cut A-C hair read more

I just got an outstanding hair cut here. I will definitely be back. Amanda is a real gem, she knows what she's doing. Thanks, Amanda!

This place is great. I've had my hair cut there 3 or 4 times now and it's always incredibly well done. This is not one of those franchised places, this is an owner operated salon that provides a truly personal experience at a really reasonable price. So glad we've got her in Pacifica! read more

I take my two boys here, they love seeing Amanda and she always does a great job. She is patient and works so well with the kids. We keep coming back! read more

The service at Pacific Coast hair salon is always professional and Amada does a great job with my hair every time. She is very friendly and the salon is very nice and clean. She has been cutting my hair for ten years and I have followed her from other shops she has worked in because she does such a great job. read more

The best haircut for the best price. For men, you can't beat this place. I've gone to many barbers/hair salons in Pacifica, but none come close to the value. Every other place feels they're trying to get you in-and-out as fast as possible while charging you more. The owner here really cares about the job she's doing. Definitely try this place out! read more

I'm a guy with curly hair but keep it fairly short, just long enough so there's still curls. I told her just a little trim and leave the curls and she cut my hair the way she wanted to which were entirely different. The other reviews must have straight short hair because if you're a guy I would bet that's the only cut she knows. read more

Only got to go here 4 times because we are moving away but every time the haircut was great, worth the price, and very carefully done. I came here just by chance because I wasn't happy with another salon I was going to for men's haircuts. It was always very easy to set up an appointment and it's a pleasant place to go! read more

Glad I found this place. Needed a quick cut for my son and we both ended up getting a great cut. Very reasonable and nice lady.

I have been looking for a place to take care of my hair...seems to be a difficult task for some reason....they're always in hurry, fail to rinse my hair, not a relaxed environment, over priced etc. Then I walked into Amanda's Pacific Coast Hair Salon! She does excellent work taking care of my hair, from wash to color. Open on Sundays too!!!! Did my husbands hair and we love the cut! I look forward to my next appointment! I definitely recommend Amanda's Salon to anyone looking for quality with professional environment, respect and reasonably priced hair care Thank you Amanda read more

I was recommended to Amanda by a friend of mine. Having been with the same hairdresser for 25 years and having the worst fine, straight hair on the planet, I was somewhat anxious as I was getting my hair cut short again from a medium length. I must admit, I knew it would be difficult but Amanda tackled it splendidly. When I left I wasn't that enamored with the hairstyle, not the haircut, but after everyone said how nice it looks I realized it was me. Love the haircut and will definitely go back to Amanda for the next 25 years. She is patient, and I highly recommend her as believe me, I have the most difficult hair in town. You will not be disappointed. read more

This is the WORST "salon" EVER!!!! DO NOT GO HERE! The only reason I gave this salon 1 star is because you have to give some sort of rating. I had just gotten married a couple months earlier and had been growing my hair out. It was past my waist, and I loved it, but I needed the ends trimmed. Being a hairstylist before I moved to California, I am not emotionally connected to my hair, I understand that it grows back. Normally, there are 2 things I never skimp on, Tattoos and Hair, because you have to wear them everyday. However, I live very close, and saw a sign that said $20 hair cuts. I figured, its just a trim, how bad could it be? A-VERY BAD! I walked in and they had just opened for business so it was very quiet. I asked if they were open yet, and the woman, owner I think, waved me in. She was very nice. I explained what I wanted, I had pictures, which was really not needed seeing as how I didn't want any changes, no layers, and nothing fancy. Just 2" off the ends. She seemed confused as I was explaining this to her, so I asked again, do you understand what I mean, as I pulled up another picture of myself from 4 months earlier so she could see exactly what I wanted. She said yes, I see and ushered me over to the sink to wash my hair. After the hair wash, we sat at one of the stations and she started wacking away. SHe never once faced me to the mirror therefore not letting me see the damage she was doing. However I could tell by the way she was elevating my hair that she was giving me additional layers. As she was cutting away, I asked, you know I don't want to add any layers right? yes yes she says. I glanced at the ground to see many inches laying lifeless on the floor. Pretty soon she was done cutting and started blow drying(I had asked for a blow out and Style) with out using any kind of brush to straighten my stubborn waves. I then told her that My hair is very stubborn, so she sill need to use a straightening or round brush and probably some sort of straightening oil or product. She then says, yes yes and dumped a bunch of product on my hair and continued blow drying with out a brush. Finally she says, all finished, and turns me to the mirror. I fought back the gasp and said, you mean finished with the blow dry? My hair was incredibly uneven, with whimsical layers very blunt and shelve like instead of blended as it was when I came in. The layers were as high as my ear and not just wavy but started to curl with ringlets in random places. My hair in general was about 6 inches shorter than we had discussed. No, Im finished she stated. I told her that I would like her to blend the layers so it doesn't look like a 3 year old cut it, (not in so many words). She said she didn't think there was anything wrong. SHocked, I grabbed a random section and pointed out the fact that part of the section was about 5 inches long and the other was a good 6 inces longer. I pointed it to her her and she said, I don't see what you mean? I asked if she felt like that was even, to which she said oh I see. This happened about 3 times before I asked her to stop cutting my hair because It was only getting worse, and more uneven. She then said maybe if I straighten it, it will look better. I told her she could try, since I had asked her to do that in the first place, but I didn't think it would help. Long story short, when she was finished I looked like Linda from the wedding singer. I had actually debated contacting the Stated board of cosmetology because there is no way she could have passed a state board examination. I will never skimp on a hair cut again and urge everyone else not to either. I had to go the next day and spend more money to go fix it. $60 extra, 4 hours and 8" later, I got my "trim" that I tried to save money on. Thank you to Judy Ann at Hair by the Sea for fixing this massacre! read more

I had a cut and color. The color left my head with scabs, the solution burned my scalp. The color is horrible, not at all what I was shown. I will never go to this shop again. If you want a cut, you are probably OK, anything else, you should go somewhere else. read more

Amanda is an excellent stylist. She explains everything she plans on doing and makes sure I am okay with it. She takes her time with folks and is really friendly and has great operating hours. Her pricing is very, very reasonable. She has cut my hair 4 times now and I have been super happy with the results every time. I highly recommend her ! read more

Ive been going here for the last 2 years. She is very patient and she carefully pays attention to what she's doing. You could just tell her whatever you want, and she'd do it. Other cutters seem like they rush with cutting but she doesn't. I never go to anyone else but here. Check it out. read more

Great value for the personalized service you get! I had to wait a while for my turn, but that was only because the owner spends a lot of time and effort to make sure your hair turns out fine. I am very pleased with my haircut and I'll definitely come back again in the future! read more