A bad haircut combined with an under the table payment made for a very bad experience that I will not have again. They do not have prices posted. First, I was charged $35 for a haircut that would have cost $11 at the barber school. Not embarrassing, but not good either. Second, they DO NOT TAKE CREDIT CARDS and since I did not have this much cash, I was asked to Zelle the money to the stylist and caption it so it appears to not be a payment. What a way to avoid paying taxes. read more

I got no clue what some of these reviews are even talking about. The gentleman giving me the haircut was a professional. Went in, got a fresh haircut, and dipped. Just use your words and speak to him. If he doesn't know what kind of haircut you want of course you'll be mad. Everyone else making this entire process too complicated, relax. read more

Hands down one of the best haircuts I've ever gotten, Ray is not only extremely skilled but also just a genuinely great guy. Anyone looking for a haircut in the university area needs to check this place out. read more

JUST FOUND OUT TATIANNA ISNT HERE ANYMORE :( apparently she is at AJ Salon on 101 e Healey st. This place used to be good when Tatianna was here, she was the only professional person, other than her the staff is very loud and rude and lately they have the Netflix blasting so loud you can't even hear yourself think. read more

Great service! Was looking for a new place on campus to get my hair done, and the reviews all led me here. I was nervous at first, but they were hands-down the most welcoming staff I had found in my search. Lovely staff, incredibly friendly, and will remember a name. Got my eyebrows threaded for the first time here, and was pleasantly surprised with how well they had turned out. Will definitely return when it's time to get my hair cut. Prices were very reasonable. While I waited, I saw the work they had done on other haircuts and they looked really great, and the customers seemed happy with them as well. read more

Rkooa is the spot. I've been coming here for 2 years now and thought it was about time I write about my positive experience. Rkooa is either for you or it's not - simple as that. If you're like me and hate sitting in a chair waiting for your haircut, Rkooa is great. They have an app (Rkooa 2.0) that allows you to virtually save yourself a spot in line. Say you've been on the app for a while and it's finally your turn, but the time doesn't work for you? No problem. They've always been more than willing to move me around on the app for a time that better fits my schedule. I go to Rkooa for fades, and I can say they always deliver. The fades are quality and I can tell that they put their time into it. Yes, I will admit that the barbers do occasionally get a little too focused on the Netflix they stream, but who cares? The cuts are great and there's pleasant conversation. and say you don't want to talk... fine. They've never pressed me on my slow days. As I said, this place is either for you or it's not. read more

I love Ray. My son is mixed white and African American. A few years ago he wanted his hair a little longer cut with scissors. Ray really listened and gave him.a cut he was comfortable with. Now he's older and his hair has more texture and he has moved up to a fade. Ray has kept him sharp all along. He is also kind and supportive. I can't say enough good things. read more

This is a review for Rkooa's eyebrow threading. I came to Rkooa with high expectations after my friends had raving reviews about their experiences. While the beauticians at Rkooa are very nice and polite, I did not have a good experience with the outcome of my eyebrows. I specifically told Tatiana I wanted to keep my eyebrows thick (I am sure she heard me because she replied "yes, thick eyebrows are in right now") but they are as THIN as can be! I am extremely disappointed with the outcome and very frustrated that she went directly against what I told her. I have never had such a bad outcome with my eyebrows and I will not be returning. read more

If you are looking for Tatiana the eyebrow threader that was at Rkooa, she is now on first st. Across from the hub there is a eyebrow threading an eyelash extension sign in the front window of the salon. read more

Dennis is one of my go-to barbers for my fade. He makes sure to do it exactly as I ask and will let me look at different top lengths, and their scheduling app let's you come in without waiting read more

Best eyebrow threading I've ever had! Tatianna takes her time and keeps my eyebrows perfect every single time. I am very picky and have had my eyebrows done for many years, she is the best! read more

So sad that Tatiana is no longer threading eyebrows here! I found out from a Reddit thread that she has relocated to AJ's salon on Healy St. I have been her loyal customer for 3 years, and I was really sad to hear she wasn't there anymore. Giving one star because the other staff here were rude to me when I was just trying to figure out where she had gone. Also they have a really annoying digital sign on system and don't take appointments over phone, its very inefficient. read more

Please, do not frequent this establishment for a haircut. Notice that the only two reviews are for eyebrow threading. Let me give you a "feel" for this place. - The barbers are all African and frankly, they are a bit brusque and pushy. They had the Television on high the whole time and one of these guys just sat and stared at the TV the entire time. My barber would pause to watch the television while cutting my hair....and I mean pause 5-15 seconds. - They force everyone to sign into this stupid electronic system instead of just making people wait and it is a mess. If you do not have a smartphone or just don't feel like giving them your information, they make you feel uncomfortable. - They do not have the prices posted. Yes, this is getting to be like Africa.... My barber charged me 22$ for a haircut that he messed up on. I came back, and talked to Tatianna...I guess... and asked "how much does a haircut cost here?" I wanted to check the price prior to asking for a fix. She told me "oh, it depends...you know, depends on the barber, what he feels like, what you work out with him?" So, I ask her what the heck is going on here, what is the limit. She says "oh, between 16 and 23 dollars." My barber never asked me a thing, he just charged me the money. - The clientele is either African American, or people looking to get David Beckham style haircuts. They all probably love using their app so sign in to the waiting list, don't mind that their barber is watching a TV show while cutting their hair, and will continue to come back and waste over 20$ at a time. Definitely not a traditional, professional, high quality barber shop. - Of, and of course, no shaving your neck for 20$, no hairwash, not even putting down some aftershave lotion on the neck. Let me also add that my barber mad-handled my head, didn't say a word the whole time, and was basically surly. If you want to waste your money, experience some shady business, and maybe get a David Beckham cut, come to these guys....if you want a traditional cut, or even something affordable, go elsewhere. read more

Ladies, ask for Tatiana to get your eyebrows threaded! She is amazing!! Super nice & amazing at her job! I was nervous coming down to U of I trying to find a new eyebrow lady, but now I don't want my eyebrows done anywhere else! Be patient though. Perfection takes time, and Tatiana never disappoints! read more

I don't go here for haircuts but I go to Tatiana for eyebrow threading! She's amazing and has done the best job out of all the places I've been before! The workers at Rkooa are super friendly! I usually have to wait a while to get my eyebrows done but it's so worth it. Already recommended this place to multiple friends! read more