I saw Jessica for color today. I wanted to color the gray in my hair. There wasn't too much gray but I figured it would be nice for the new year. Jessica helped me choose a very natural black brown instead of the dark black that I was leaning towards. I was pleased that the black brown was so natural on me and it feels nice starting the new year with a more vibrant hair color. This salon always plays pleasant music and offers tea or cold drinks. It's a cozy salon and I love that their clientele is extremely diverse. I started coming here many years ago and I couldn't really get away for long but hopefully, I will be staying with Jessica for the coming years for more color and cuts. Jessica is a sweet person with a kind smile. That definitely makes this salon an even better place. The only thing I would change are the chairs/wash basins they use to wash hair, it would be more comfortable if they could update those because it's a bit uncomfortable. read more

We went back yesterday and my daughter got her "dream" hair. Thanks to Jess and the entire staff for making the very LONG day manageable. Great music and vibes. Love the friendly chatter and laughter going on throughout the day. I can't wait to go back and get my birthday balayage read more

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I want to take the time and Thank Cecilia at Raven and Rose. Cecilia explained thoroughly the process for my first time getting my hair professionally colored. I wanted chocolate brown base color with honey/ Carmel balayage tones. The quality of products and services was excellent and made my first experience the best. I already booked my next root touch up and hair trim with Cecilia. The salon atmosphere was cozy, clean, and vibrant with lots of natural light.Finally I'm investing in my hair and I wish I had started earlier. Thank you Cecilia so much. Can't wait for future hair care adventures read more

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I really wanted to like Cecilia, but my experience left me disappointed. From the beginning, she seemed very tired and disengaged--barely speaking to me throughout the appointment. I had come in for a simple root touch-up and trim, but nothing went as expected. She tried twice to match my roots to my natural dark brown, and both times they came out noticeably too light--something I've never had an issue with at other salons. The final result still didn't blend properly. The haircut was also mediocre. The entire process took over three hours, and I left with unsatisfying results and a heavy feeling of disappointment. I don't enjoy leaving negative reviews, but I hope this helps others make informed choices. read more

Kam gave me a sassy, curly bob last week. She did a gorgeous job with my partial hilights & now I have a fresh 'do for the holidays! Kam is the newest stylist here & was an absolute delightful to sit with for a couple of hours. Her warm, fun energy matches the vibe of the salon. Will definitely be back!!! read more

I've gone to R&R for a few years now with long hair & I've had a few cuts with Jessica. She took good care of my hair when it was long & made it beautiful, but last week I did a big change--cut off about 8-10 inches into a layered bob. I showed her the photo of what I wanted and she nailed it! I love my new cut soooo much! read more

Raven & Rose in Albany is where my buzzcut dream was brought into physical reality. When I was about 2 or 3 years old, I firmly decided I wanted a buzzcut hairdo. My parents gave that an ixnay, and I wore my hair short - about 2 to 5 inches long - instead. Growing up as a girl, my parents and I would get comments of the type of people asking if I was a boy. Some others would call me Thomas instead of Tanis. This did not deter me. At 26 years of age in the summer of 2019, I decided it was time and I looked up barbers near where I was living in Albany and found Raven & Rose was an approximately 5 minute walk away. The first time I went in, the one where I got all my hair cut off for the first time, I sat down on a seat in the waiting area and there was a tiny Chihuahua on the loose. It ran over to me, jumped up, and let me pet it. Its name I later found out was Cookie Monster. The woman who cut my hair each of the times I went in, I now live in Washington State, was very friendly and thoughtful in both cutting my hair and in conversation. We played around with the length, different mm lengths (millimeter lengths), and found 5 mm long to be a less jarring look for me. Interestingly, people tend to get my gender right more often with the buzzcut hairdo than they did when I was growing up. All around I enjoyed my visits to Raven & Rose and the buzzcuts I got here. I continue to wear my hair in a buzzcut hairdo as of writing this review, 2 May 2023, though I switched to cutting it myself when I moved to Washington State. read more

Raven & Rose - My first-ever buzzcut, 9 August 2019. - Hair Stylists Near Me - Albany, California

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I came here today for an appointment with Noel for a haircut. He was personable from the beginning and made me feel welcomed. He listened as I described how I wanted my hair to be cut, and the results were spot on. I have been disappointed with my last few haircuts, as the length was much shorter than what I asked for. Not so today. I will definitely be back! read more

Wow! Raven & Rose is the best hair salon in the area. I have never felt so welcome and Jessica "understood" my hair and my style. She truly cares and does the right thing to optimize your look. The owner is amazing, and you can see that he brings out the best in the stylists, which creates a feeling of trust producing remarkable results. The shop provides outstanding service (with great music!) at a reasonable price. read more

Good people, relaxed atmosphere, decent pricing. I've had several cutting appointments with Cecilia. I love Cecilia's excellent cutting skills, her wonderful head massage, and her ability to work with focus, not constant talk. She is very good at listening to my cutting ideas and wishes. Helga H. read more

Oh, I'm absolutely thrilled with the salon! I loved everything -- from how beautifully the space is framed (even a raven greeted me at the door, and it turned out that at the green salon Raven & Roses they actually feed the birds!) to Noel, the salon owner, with whom I booked blindly just for a convenient time, not knowing who he was. And I walked out with a delicious chocolate shade -- perfect for a "bright autumn." Pure delight! The place is so cozy -- and the prices are totally affordable. Very humane. read more

I read reviews here before taking a chance on getting a cut at Raven and Rose. Luckily, I was able to get a same day appointment with Jessica. She was super friendly, took plenty of time to really understand what I wanted . I have curly hair and not all hair stylists can cut curlz well. She did an excellent job and I walked out a happy customer for a price that didn't break the bank. I also like the feeling of the space, its light, airy and has charm - and the products they stock are clean and high quality. I'll def be back - thanks Jessica! read more

Love love love Raven and Rose. My kids and I both get our hair services at R and R. They are the nicest bunch of professionals and do amazing work out of a lovely independent salon. The owner, Noel, is a genuine and kind human being. Cannot say enough good things about this salon and the wonderful colorists and stylists there! read more

I took my 12 year-old to get some color in her hair for her birthday. Booking online was super easy and the follow up communication was great. The vibe of the salon is great. The entire staff was super friendly, they had an amazing selection of complementary beverages and the prices were fair. Jessica was very knowledgeable and explained every step to my daughter and I. She did a great job on my daughter's hair. I would highly recommend her to anyone and will definitely return. read more

I got just the haircut I was hoping for. Thank you, Cecilia!! The R&R staff is always so welcoming.

Kenneth was such an amazing stylist, he took my long dead hair and completely transformed it. I came in with what I thought was a far fetched idea for my hair. A long textured 70s shag that was soft and left with exactly that. I felt like Joan Jett! he was very thoughtful, and incredibly experienced. I felt so comfortable in his hands. I left feeling so confident and beautiful. Thank you Kenneth! You are an absolute angel read more

Just had an awesome cut with Amanda! It was a pleasure to chat with her and I love these layers and bangs! Thanks Amanda I'll be back! read more

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I came in to donate my hair to Wigs For Kids and had Nadia cut my hair. It felt very covid safe with partitions, masks, and sanitized equipment. Nadia did an excellent job and was so sweet and lovely! She listened to me and offered up knowledgeable suggestions for hair styles for my hair type and I couldn't be happier with the results! I also maybe splurged and bought some cute candles they sell there because who doesn't love sassy scent names and supporting small, local businesses? read more

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I was hoping to not write this review but I rely on reviews to select services so I feel compelled to share my experience. I'm very disappointed with my balayage experience with Patty & unfortunately cannot recommend her to others. It was my first appointment with her so I explained my preferences about cut & balayage placement after sitting in her chair. I didn't go into too much detail about the balayage color besides saying they didn't use much toner last time - and she did not ask me ANY questions about color - because I naively thought she'd just match the color I came in with. After washing the bleach out & sitting back in the chair, I could already tell it was significantly darker than what I wanted (and came in with). She'd made me much darker & added rust/red color for some reason. When I expressed that it was darker than expected, she just kept repeating that she'd added ash (I'm still not sure why because we never discussed this). At every point that I discussed color with her (even during my makeup appointment) there was nothing but (very confusing) excuses. Fortunately I'm comfortable with being firm about my preferences because otherwise I would've been bulldozed & dismissed. I was given lightening shampoo and told to call back if it didn't lighten it enough (I wasn't expecting it to since it was about 5 shades too dark & had rust color I didn't ask for). I called back & we scheduled a makeup appointment. This time I brought photos of the color I'd originally come in with & the reference photo used for the appointment that gave me that color. (I'd told Patty over the phone that I'd bring these for the makeup appointment & she replied "You didn't show those to me last time" & I reminded her that it was the color I came in with.) At the appointment, I specifically explained that I prefer lighter & thicker sections framing my face. I also had to remind her to do the bottom section before she finished because I put my hair up a lot & there was more defensiveness (something about it "already being worked." ?? She took a picture of my hair, showed it to me, and i had to point out that it was still the old color. ??). Then she bleached it but didn't protect the my bare neck skin from the bleached hair so I had to move it when it started to burn me during processing. Ultimately, I still didn't get the color I wanted & am used to (let alone lighter/thicker face-framing sections - that was either ignored or forgotten as well) and when I expressed that there were more excuses. She said something about my hair leaning warm - something that has never been an issue in the 15 years I've been getting balayage. And I don't consider my muddy, beige-grey blonde to be "warm." Outside of the balayage issue, it was just an odd experience. She's very quiet in general and at no point did she ask me basic questions like "where do you usually part your hair" or "is the temperature too hot" for either the water or hair dryer like I'm used to (& heard the other stylists asking their clients). I've had stylists I saw for years & at every appointment they'd ask to make sure I was comfortable. It's too bad - I otherwise liked the vibe of this place. Just wish I'd chosen another stylist. read more

I had a fantastic salon experience. great vibes & decor fab drink selection music playlist was top notch amazing prices great cut A special shout out to my stylist! Paige was exceedingly patient, highly skilled, and double & triple checked with me when we were taking off length. (Which is so important as a long hair) I brought home a product I was interested in trying but never felt like I was given the hard-sell. I'll be back! read more

Jessica is AMAZING! Certainly the curly hair whisperer of the East Bay! Would recommend her to everyone who has curly hair!

Cool vibe, neighborhoody, easy online booking (with a lot of text reminders ), casual relaxed atmosphere and nostalgic rock music. My stylist was attentive, checked in with me frequently, and easy to talk to but not overly chatty. Prices competitive with the area and takes credit card. I got a cut- medium length straight hair, no frills and really low maintenance- and I'm terrible with describing what I "want" bc I'm more about function than aesthetic but it's gotta look current too - I basically need a stylist who can not just read my mind but know better than I do what I'm looking for. They got it right. read more

Over the last couple weeks I got my hair cut, and then went back to get highlights done so I could add some bright dye to it at home. Their color work looks great but due to covid cases surging and money being tighter right now I decided to do it this way since I already had dye at home. I'm very happy with my experience there! First of all, they were still requiring masks for everyone in the salon which made me feel so much safer getting my hair done here. Most other places dropped their mask requirements simply because their county did, but it means a lot to me when businesses put the health & safety of their employees and customers first. Paige checked in with me a lot to make sure she didn't go shorter than I wanted, so I have the length I asked for and now I feel like myself again. Definitely will be going back. They also say they on the site that they require proof of vaccination, but although I saw one of the other stylists ask another customer for theirs, I wasn't asked for mine. However, as we now know, vaccine's effectiveness is waning against Omicron quite a bit so it's the masking that seems more important to me these days, at least until we get a targeted booster. If you also have any underlying conditions that make you more vulnerable to covid like myself, you'll be especially happy with how Raven & Rose goes above and beyond the gvt safety measures to keep us all as healthy as possible. read more

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I got the best haircut I've ever had from Patty! She really listens, and discusses what she's thinking about doing. Her instincts are great. I can't recommend her highly enough! read more

Miss Gee is an amazing stylist. I've never had such a great experience with a stylist on our first appointment together. She listens and actually does what you want to your hair. She is also incredibly gentle on my scalp. Again, I've never had such a great experience as I had with miss Gee on a first appointment, and I will be back on a continuous basis so long as she is still accepting clients. read more

I saw Zoe at the salon and she did an AMAZING job (we have the same name which I thought was fun). I am in love with my cut. Really really happy. She's thorough and really listened to me on how my hair is naturally. I dont do much to style my hair (just air dry) and she made sure my cut would be sustainable for my hair type and my low maintenance hair routine. (Photo attached is of my hair washed and air dried a couple days after my appt.) Thank you Zoe! read more

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Donated my COVID lox today I grew my hair out so i can give back to the kids that are battling cancer. It was a great time at Raven & Rose. read more

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Raven did my hair and I have to say it came out beautifully!!! The place is exquisitfully decorated I just keep looking around it was visually pleasing gorgeous and delightful nothing like you will ever see anywhere else!!! The staff is friendly and welcoming the place is well organized and clean. Plenty of parking out front and their prices is lower than I expected because my hair is very long and I received wonderful wash, style and color for $100 crazy inexpensive for me!! I will return thank you for such great service!!!! read more

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Nadia knew exactly what to do with my curly, fine hair and she gave me a super asymmetrical cut with some sass to it. I get compliments on the cut on a daily basis. During the cut, she let me hold her adorable pup Cookie Monster in my lap. I used the Yelp discount for new customers, so it was a deal. Great spot! Friendly, funky, creative. Yeah! read more

I used to work inSan Francisco I was a patron of Joseph Coza, Bibbo and Cinta Salons and others. Post-pandemic I work from home and tired of the places that treated its patrons as if they were lucky to have their hair done at their salon. Raven and Rose is a no frills neighborhood joint that loves what they do. Nadia gave me a great cut and color. I wish I had a before pic to show my beautiful beach blond bayalage. I tired of its maintenance. Instead I asked for a return to my natural color, to which Nadia added amazing depth. My cut was simple and elegant long layers. I am a traditional Vidal Sassoon type of gal who got exactly what she needed from a great shop full of people who are passionate about what they do. read more

Raven & Rose - Back to basics - Hair Stylists Near Me - Albany, California

Lol this is not my real name and no thank you, I would not come back here at all just to get it fixed... Again you had a bunch of cute hot/cold drinks and your staff in general were friendly. Just get better talent. I think it was with Helena? read more

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Worst haircut ever. I showed a picture of what I wanted. The person took a look for not even 2 seconds. It doesn't look like the picture at all. I have very short hair and it's about at least 1" shorter in front than what I showed. So you can't hide it. You can't adjust at home either because it's already wayyy too short. Not even regular. Nothing you can do about it but cry. I had read a review here that was very enthusiastic with this woman, for short hair. I am just sooo unhappy. I wasn't even shown how the back was looking. Only 1 good thing: the other side of my haircut is ok. Just need to show the left side of my face. Easy. Answer to shop: probably a misunderstanding, but the base was a picture and it doesn't look like it at all. Didn't put a name because it's only 1 experience, didn't want to be rude. As said, it can't be adapted before at least a month because it's so short. Thanks read more

I finally found my hair salon in the Bay Area. Nadia was fantastic on understanding my curly hair needs and got me a super cool and flattering haircut and all at an unmatchable good price. I also love the decor and the quality of their products ( my hair smells so good right now) and how friendly everyone is. I can't wait to come back and have Nadia style my hair again ! read more

I've had several haircuts by Helena and have loved all of them. Not only is she skilled, she's a good listener and very mellow. The salon is comfortable and friendly. read more

This is the last Salon I'll ever go to. No need to look for a better one. This place is where it's at. You feel welcome when you enter and that vibe continues throughout the experience there. They immediately offer you a drink and want you to feel comfortable. After your first visit here you'll leave feeling like you've known your stylist for years. The staff are Inquisitive, attentive, and offer suggestions to help you achieve the style you are looking for. They now cut my hair, my wife's hair and our two boys 5 & 8. Everyone gets the exact cut they want. This is the spot. Do yourself a favor and book an appointment here. You're worth it. read more

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This is the salon you are seeking! Noel and Rebecca are not only experts in their field, with decades of professionexperience, but they are just wonderfully warm, fun, and genuinely supportive people. Working with physical appearance can be a tricky thing, and I know a lot of us have wounds around it - this salon is a safe space, where you are free to be exactly who are, and learn to celebrate it! I always leave Noel's chair in a better mood (and much better hair) than when I sat down, and his wife / partner Rebecca is no different. Their mission is to help make the world a better place, not only by helping their clients feel beautiful and confident (which, let's face it, is key for showing up in the world and being brave enough to follow your purpose), but also through the direct impact of the outreach work they do for those in need. I am in awe of their commitment to service, from fundraising for cancer research, to implementing programs that protect the environment, and providing all manner of support to their community. They have hearts as wide as the world. And they are soooo good at what they do... your hair and your heart are in good hands. read more

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I walked the entire stretch of Solano from top to bottom to find a salon that had good vibes and a classy feel. This is the only one in which the stylists were warm and inviting while the the salon had a professional atmosphere. My instincts were not wrong! I've now had my hair cut there three times by two different stylists and both were AMAZING! Best cuts I've had in years, and the stylists are super sweet and not snobby like some salons on Solano. Thank you Raven & Rose! read more

Went in today to donate my hair and get a haircut. Couldn't have asked for a better experience and an amazing cut!

I went to Raven & Rose because a friend recommended it. It is a beautiful, friendly place. I had made an appointment for a consultation and for a haircut. But when i got there i was told that the consultation appointment did not get reserved and so we went ahead with the cut. I briefly explained to the stylist what I wanted before we started on the cut. Once I came home and my hair dried I was very disappointed. Everyone around me asked me what happened? It was a terrible cut. So, I complained. The owners were very nice and offered to remedy the situation. And when I was not up for going back they returned the entire cost of the cut plus tip. I was very impressed and grateful. read more

The reviews on this salon were spot on. It was my first time here and been lacking a hair salon since moving to the area during the pandemic. Mari listened to what I wanted, looked at my saved pictures, and my hair color and cut turned out well. I appreciated her time and detail. Reasonably priced and worth leaving the city to come to Albany - a cute area. Every single person there made me feel welcomed. I will come back for future hair appointments. read more