Got my haircut with Vina. She's it. Whether you're a guy or a girl. She's it. I've spent YEARS bouncing from place to place trying to find someone who actually gets my hair. Mid-long, feathered, flowy, side-parted. No buzzcuts or generic barbershop bro cuts haha. Lived in Mexico City for years and I couldn't find anyone there or here who could really nail it, except the person who cuts my hair back home. Like sure my hair looks good after a week or two of a haircut, but that feeling of getting a great haircut, agh, never. Always convicing myself like aah it's not that bad, bla bla. Then I found Vina. I actually first noticed her from outside Roar. She was finishing a cut on this guy, and my girlfriend and I were like, "Damn, that's a great haircut." I literally took a mental picture of Vina Three months later, I booked with her. And yeah... she gets it. She's an artist. My hair has been looking UFF. From the moment she was done to now a little over a week. I look good. I feel good. I'm getting compliments everywhere I go. All thanks to her. She's my hairstylist from now on. No questions asked. Looking forward to the next one, Vina - Chris read more

Newish to Austin and have been growing my hair out. I was in great need of a stylist who has experience doing modern men's cuts. Vina set up an appointment with me. She totally understood my goals and offered her expertise covering everything from how best to cut for now, what to shoot for as a next hairdo, styling, and products to use. Absolute pro and I'm super happy with my cut. read more

Roar Salon - Vina rocked it! - Hair Salons Near Me - Austin, Texas

Jennifer Brena is amazing! I get Cezanne keratin treatments here and my hair has never looked better. Super smooth, shiny, and so easy to style. The process is gentle, the results last up to 9 months sometimes! I always leave feeling cared for and confident. Highly recommend! read more

Was in town for a wedding & Mercedes did a French twist for me & it lasted the whole night with lots of wind & dancing! She is so sweet & highly recommend her! read more

Well, it's difficult to write this review because my previous experiences at Roar were so positive. However, today's appointment was very different. First, the stylist was very busy, so I waited almost a month to see her. Finally, when the appointment day finally arrived, I made sure to be there 10 minutes early and checked in electronically for my haircut. When I arrived, the stylist was busy with another client and didn't acknowledge me. She finished 15 minutes after my appointment was to have begun. After finishing with her client, she walked around the salon for a bit then approached me and asked my name. When I told her my name, she said, "I don't know what the problem is, but I don't have an appointment with you." I showed her my confirmed appointment on the StyleSeat app. At that point, I noticed that the appointment had been cancelled. I did not cancel it. She told me that they were "moving to a new scheduling app". The stylist told me that she was booked until 4 pm, so she couldn't cut my hair. She said she would send a note to the other stylists at Roar, to see if anyone was available to cut my hair. She then told me she was "going to a friend's house for a bit" and "would be back in a while". She left the salon and locked the door behind her. No one but me and one other client were left there, waiting alone. After waiting a few minutes for the stylist to return, I finally decided to leave. It was then that I discovered the door was locked and I couldn't get out. I tried the small locking mechanism several times but it appeared to be stuck. I spent another several minutes trying to get out of the locked door. I was very frustrated to be locked into the salon. Finally, it gave way and I was able to leave. If someone had just called me in advance to let me know they needed to cancel my appointment, then I could have chosen a different appointment on a different day and/or time. And if someone had not locked me in the salon, I could have left when the stylist left. This was a very unpleasant experience at Roar, from the lack of a welcome, to someone cancelling my appointment without notifying me, to the unconcerned manner in which I was left in a locked salon. I felt terrible. This is no way to treat a customer. read more

I got my (long, thick, straight) hair cut by Julieanne and was there for about an hour or so. She tried her best I think, but she did not cut my hair the way I asked her to and the style came out really bad. I showed her an easy reference picture with simple layering and my hair looks nothing like that. I specifically said no chopped ends and my ends are extremely choppy. Really disappointed... and I tipped her when she already charges $120 for a haircut which is expensive. I will not be returning. read more

This review is for Sarah Marie Moss at Roar. She came highly referred by a group of my neighbors in the downtown area. I was really looking for a stylist that would take the time to listen to my interests and concerns so that communication would be easy for us both and she has made such a great impression on me from the start. While my appointment isn't until June, because she is booked solid(!!!), she immediately made time to take a consult and explore many avenues that I had been interested in learning about. My pre-appointment consultation was extremely informative and I did not feel pressured to book extensions and commit to anything unless I was ready. Sarah is educated, upfront, experienced, kind, warm, and genuinely wanted to help me with my hair. I haven't seen a stylist in a year and so I have long grown out brunette balayage and am scared of more brassy coloring. She informed me of the best avenue to take for a future color correcting session through foly-ayage vs balayage and then we're going to explore the world of extensions from there. Thank you Sarah for taking the time and I can't wait to return! -Hannah read more

It's difficult to find a stylist (+ salon) that you trust. I've bounced around to different fancy salons with talented stylists in Austin but Ramsay Gorostieta is absolutely IT for me. In fact, I just moved to Houston and I am happily making the trips back to Austin just for my appointments with him!! His knowledge, talent, personality and communication is unmatched. ROAR itself has the ultimate aesthetic and my experience with Ramsay has been nothing short of perfect. If you're still waiting to book- this is your sign!!! Seriously- you will love Ramsay and his work. read more

Just had an over the phone consultation with Sarah Moss and I am sooooo excited to get started with her! She explained everything from top to bottom and walked me through it all. I cannot wait to finally be confident and have the color blonde I've been trying to achieve for 10 + years ! read more

AMAZING! Couldn't ask for a better place to get a haircut. Sarah Moss was all I could have hope for. I recently moved here from Seattle and my previous hair artist recommended her. She did not disappoint! Sarah was friendly, knowledgeable, and over all FANTASTIC! She listened to me and provided some really great product recommendations based on my hair type (I loved ALL of them) My haircut EXCEEDED expectations. I will be coming back, Sarah is my new "go-to" hair artist (plus the salon itself is adorable) I highly recommend everyone to give it a try, even if it's just for a hair treatment!! read more

Sarah Marie Moss is an incredible person and an amazing hairstylist. I was so glad that I found her! My hair is healthier than ever and I feel like I spend less time than I used to in the chair at the salon. I am grateful and always impressed by how she can revamp my cut and color. I would highly recommend Sarah! read more

Sarah Moss is amaaaaazing!!! For myriad reasons this girly girl hadn't had her hair touched by a professional in well over a year. Cancer/chemo hair loss, a lost pregnancy, and other reasons contributed to the desperate state of my locks. Sarah greeted me immediately upon arrival and offered me a beverage, then proceeded to analyze my hair with her trained eye. She saw my vision of piecey layers but I needed her expertise with the color--I was going to leave it completely up to her. I have never, EVER marveled at my own hair color (I have gotten my hair colored in a salon religiously since college--20 years now--with the exception of the last year+) but she nailed it. She looked at my grown-out roots and skin tone then asked if I was okay just letting her do her thing. What I have now is a gorgeous warm chocolatey brown with a touch of red and gold. How she managed to add dimension in a one-step color process is beyond me, but she simultaneously brought out my hazel eyes and complemented my face shape while maintaining my natural summer highlights. She also gives THE BEST scalp massages In her shampoo. I had gotten to the point of almost dreading having my hair done in my former city with my former stylist--long and slow appointments, cold and industrial environment (going for a trendy, avant gard vibe, I suppose), lacking in basic customer service from the staff and overall experience as a whole, stylists chatting among themselves....we've all been there. Not only is my hair amazing, but the entire experience was a forgotten joy. It had been a while since I had allowed myself to be totally pampered. I almost fell asleep several times ("that's okay! you're not the first and you won't be the last," Sarah said) and she appropriately conversed/let me doze, taking my lead during the 3 1/2 hours I was there. Is there anything worse during hair appointment than having to entertain your stylist? The ambiance is soothing, the entire staff is friendly, parking was a breeze (street parking at just $1.20/hour) and I left relaxed and happy. Can't ask for more. Thank you to ROAR! and Sarah Moss :) read more

Ok, so I went a really really long time without getting a hair cut before I moved to Austin, and the reason is that I have a hard time trusting anyone with my hair. I tried out a few different stylists but was unhappy or felt a little robbed once it was over and done with. ROAR is the place to go. I have going to see Jessica for my haircuts and colors for over a year now, and she never disappoints me. She knows I'm very particular with my hair, but it always comes out amazing. I'm kind of at the point where I'm like "do literally whatever you want to my hair"- I trust her that much. She's also amazing at men's cuts. My husband had also been going to her for haircuts for the last year, and we are sending all of our friends to her as well. I'll sing her praises forever, seriously! The salon is cute, chic and very clean. The hair washing sinks are actually comfortable to tilt your head back into (which I love). And I like the music they play! The parking situation kind of sucks, especially later in the day. Street parking only but I usually find a spot somewhere fairly close, so no big deal. I'm definitely not going anywhere else for my hair- this place is worth the trip to Rainey Street for sure, and then you can go out afterwards:) read more

Roar Salon - Blonde to beautiful brunette! - Hair Salons Near Me - Austin, Texas

I would give the salon 4 stars but stylist 3. Typically I can get a braid done (on clean hair) for $10 at DryBar or under $30 elsewhere (Four Seasons). But - being desperate with the heat visiting in Austin, I was squeezed in with Panda. We arrived on time and rushed to the appointment, just to wait 30+ minutes. And then was told by Panda that her fee for anything started at $80. To be honest, she was good, but if I lived in Austin, I wouldn't come back. That's flagrantly overpriced and I live in DC. And the braid was nice but didn't last 24 hours. read more

Roar is a cute boutique style salon in downtown Austin. The salon is clean, high tech and professional. I see Liz Taylor-- she is the best! Her balayage can't be beat. Go check out Roar (and Liz!) for your hair care needs!! read more

Couldn't have asked for a better hair stylist and stellar skills with color. Gabriela rocks. I love going to get my hair done. Treated with care and the vibe is very positive. Love it! read more

Fantastic haircut and and care from Roxy C. always a pro and the best cut I could ask for!

I haven't had a haircut since Covid started and Ramsey gave me the perfect cut! He used a technique that took off all my dead ends from the past 6 months. My hair felt lighter and more manageable immediately. Will absolutely be going back to Ramsey read more

Love love love the vibe and the girls at Roar! I have been seeing Jess for a couple years now and couldn't have asked for a better stylist. The salon is always improving and has added a whole brow room since I first went. Super great decor and music and the atmosphere is inviting and friendly! read more

ROAR SALON's Rory McNeill is the bees-knees. A first class guy with a boutique salon that is turning out the best hair in Austin, Texas. Rory clearly knows how to build a star team and has been bring in the best talent around the country. I get my hair cut by Janet St Paul who is an absolutely artist when it comes to making your hair one of your best assets. She's also someone you can trust to show you the simple ways to look amazing everyday. My hair is colored by Rory -- and he's a master at adding depth and tones to my brunette hair that look natural and yet sophisticated. At ROAR, first-class, relaxation and fabulous manes are a certain outcome. www.roar-roar.com -- Call today 474-7627. You can't go wrong with a cut or color with Janet, Kelsie, Rory, Candy, Lauren, Helen, or Brian. Thanks ROAR! read more

I met Juan while he was working at another salon in Austin and I not only followed him to Roar, but I drive in from Houston every 5 - 6 weeks to get my platinum blonde retouched with him. Juan is the best colorist that has ever worked on my hair. I am a natural dark brunette with a ton of hair. I always feel hesitation from other colorists when they're debating bleaching me and working with me. I haven't found anyone who was as willing and ready to work on me as Juan was. He is willing to go the extra mile and take the extra time necessary to achieve the most optimum results. For anyone wanting to go blonde, wanting a highly qualified colorist, or just a superb stylist, you should give Juan at Roar a try. He is fabulous and he will make you shine! read more

I've been coming to Roar for a couple years now. I love the laid back vibe of the salon. It's such a great location at the end of Rainey. Quiet enough to forget you're on Rainey, but close enough to walk and grab a bite to eat or a drink! *I do wish there was still a receptionist to greet me and offer me coffee or water like they're used to be, but that's neither here nor there! The salon is welcoming, cute and charming!! Brittany has been my stylist for as long as I can remember. She always takes the time to listen to my concerns and wants, and she always always puts up with my "maybe I want to be blonde again, but just kinda blonde / I want it shorter, but longer" nonsense. I will never trust anyone ever again with my color! read more

My best friend cut my hair for a bazillion years until she betrayed our friendship by moving across the country to Portland, leaving me alone in a city of mediocre hair stylists. For months, I roamed from salon to salon getting no-so-great haircuts that ranged from weird fashion mullets to bangs that should have been straight, but slanted across from one side to the other (NOT CUTE). I was lost...bemused...betrayed...bewildered... And then I met Matthew and my world changed for the better. Matthew makes each individual strand of my hair feel appreciated and beautiful, which is pretty hard since hair is technically dead. Its a delicate dance, and he does it well. Now my hair is alive and full of life. I'm convinced that I have the best hairstyle that exists. And hey, if you feel beautiful, who cares what anyone else says? But that's just the thing. PEOPLE DO CARE. Every day I'm approached by someone who compliments my hair. Does it feel good? You bet your ass it does. So I'll keep going back. Mama's gotta look good. Briana does my color, which is a beautiful ombre style that fades from dark brown to blonde on the tips. She's young, but don't let that fool you. This girl knows what she's doing and has transformed my hair into a beautiful art masterpiece that stops people dead in their tracks and leaves them screaming, "DAYUM, GIRL! WHERRR YOU GET YO HAIR DID?" (But in a totally good way.) Aside from the amazing results after a hair appointment, I also love going to Roar because they make you feel special. They have an enchanting atmosphere that is conveniently located in downtown, they offer drinks during your service, and treat each person as if they were part of the family. I dig it. So the moral of the story is - I'm a loyal customer now. I will FOREVER go see Matthew and Briana at Roar for my hair needs. And you should too. Go 'head, get'cha some! read more

Came in for a highlight/balayage and left with a trés glorious mane. The salon is a hidden little gem on Rainey street and the stylists are all very friendly and have great hair. This was perhaps the best balayage experience I've had in Austin and will definitely continue coming here. Love my hair, cheers to you Sarah Moss. Also, they have this leave in treatment of sorts that is seriously fabulous. Even if you don't need color or a cut - get a treatment here or a blowout or whatever they're called. You won't regret it. read more

Got my hair cut yesterday by Jenni at Roar Roar. She did an incredible job! It's the first time I've ever had a complete dry cut and I don't think I'll ever be able to go back. She listened exactly to what I was looking for, but I also told her to inject her own style into it. Before she made any changes to the overall shape/style, she explained what she was planning on doing and what the benefits were of that particular technique, and made sure I was okay with that before going forward. Plus, she is super sweet and a great conversationalist. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars is because of the price, which is steep for Austin (but I told myself, well this haircut in NYC would be $150-$200 so it's actually a great deal!) read more

I went to Roar for Wendy to do my color and went ahead and got my hair cut there a couple of times too (by someone other than Wendy). FYI - If you're looking for Wendy, she no longer works at Roar - find her at Bollecine Spa now. While I do love the cut I got there, I feel a little dirty about how much I paid for it. Seriously, I won't even tell you how expensive it was because I'm totally embarrassed about it. And this may seem trivial, but their chairs don't have a place to rest your feet. Being short, that makes it uncomfortable. So, yes, an awesome haircut no doubt, but a great cut isn't worth that kind of money to me. If it is for you, and you don't mind being a little uncomfortable in the chair, check them out. read more

I love Roar the salon, it has this sort of old world glam feel to it. I love Rory McNeil, the owner of Roar. Rory is dynamic and charismatic and is pure joy to visit with ...but...yesterday, I had my hair cut and coloured for the first time at Roar and I have to say that Im more than just a little disappointed. My hair colour is sort of this flat looking medium blond and is WAY too dark and not at all flattering to me. The cut? Sheesh what can I say? Lauren is a sweet girl, but my hair is incredibly short and not at all what I asked for. To be fair, I had some damage from the last hair cut and colour but I wasnt expecting to loose 4 inches of hair to a cut I didnt ask for. At $275.00 for the cut and colour, I was expecting to look and feel like a million bucks when I left the salon. I didn't. I guess it's back to the drawing board in my never ending search for a true hair artisan that delivers.....just as soon as my hair grows back out. Ugh!! read more

Where to start... Well, I was one of those skeptical girls who never wanted to try a new salon after moving away for college, but little did I know that my attitude would quickly change after being introduced to Roar! To start...their customer service is exquisite, and it doesn't hurt that they offer you all the coffee and mimosas you can drink! I've had my hair cut and colored here twice in the past few months, and also went in for a blow out and style the day of my graduation. I have never been so impressed in my life! THIS SALON IS IMPECCABLE. Not only is Roar chic, trendy, and oh so glamorous, but the stylists are top of the line. Briana is by far one of the most amazing color gurus ever. She has transformed my hair from bland blonde, to a mixture of high and low lights, finished with an incredible gloss treatment. This girl knows what she is doing when it comes to color,. I have never had such perfect tone to my hair. I continuously get compliments about my color and have this leading lady to thank! Now on to Matthew... not only is he the most darling stylist I've ever met, but our conversations make me both relaxed and entertained! Matthew shapes and styles my hair beautifully, and makes me feel comfortable chopping off more than I am used to. My hair has never looked so bouncy and full. He makes me feel confident, and I am convinced that he is the best stylist in town. LITERALLY, the best. Thank you to Elese, Briana, and Matthew for being rockstars! You are all fabulous! I highly recommend Roar to everyone. You will not only get the best service, but you will leave feeling like you can conquer anything :) read more

Stacey is my go-to girl at Roar. She's absolutely a amazing and I wouldn't trust my hair with anyone else. I typically do balayage, which is on the higher pricing side, but you absolutely get what you pay for - perfect color that lasts. read more

If you want to leave a salon feeling like a rockstar, (even while feeling like crap and super hungover and getting less than 4 hours of sleep), you have GOT to go to Roar. I'll admit that I wouldn't have gone here on my own especially because of the price, but I was pushed by a friend and glad I went. As I might have alluded to, I was incredibly hungover, and happily surprised at the offer of a mimosa when I arrived by the sweet girl at the front desk (I suck at names). After chatting about my cut, changing into a smock and trip to the wash bowl, I was sitting in Matthew's chair, entertained by a tiny and cute shop puppy and lovely conversation. Matthew is AMAZING. Not only is he easy on the eyes and super sweet, but he also cleaned up my outgrown 'do and made me feel BEAUTIFUL. I honestly will pay more for a salon that I leave looking and FEELING great. I had a color consultation with Helene afterward (it's my fault I schedule it like that but I always wait until the last minute to schedule hair appointments) and after chatting, we decided I could wait another week or two to get my color done (because we didn't want to ruin what Matthew had just done!). I love that she was honest that my roots weren't as bad as I felt like they were, and didn't just want to get me in the chair and make money. read more

I went to ROAR Salon recently and Erica Rae gave me the best cut I've had in Austin. I had been seeing the same stylist in LA for over 10 years prior to moving to Austin. I have very thick, curly blonde hair and it takes a real expert to cut it correctly. I prefer a dry cut to see where my curls will lay and many stylists I've seen will only cut it wet. Erica is an expert on cutting curls dry. She was able to balance out my cut and remove a lot of excess weight on one side . She kept the volume and the layers were perfect for showing off my curls without being too "Big and poufy". Can't wait to go back to see her in 6 weeks! She is also a funny, charismatic and great person to chat with for an hour...Highly recommend! read more

Roar is a sweet salon in a very convenient part of town. When you're done, you can take your fresh hairdo bar hopping on Rainey. My stylist is Juan. He's a lovely person. I adore him. And, as a stylist, I trust him with cutting my curly hair which is no small feat. Occasionally, we throw some color around to freshen things up. He has a great eye for his craft and he listens to all my concerns. I can only imagine the greatness he will achieve as he continues in this profession. Better get on that client list now! read more

I can't even tell you how grateful I am to Helene and Matthew for completely changing my hair. I've spent years searching out stylists of this caliber. Helene is amazing with color! Red is tricky for hair. I wasn't even sure of the shade I wanted. Helene got it just right the very first time! You wouldn't believe all the compliments I get now on my "natural red hair." I am forever loyal to her expertise. Matthew took a head full of crazy, frizzy hair and effortlessly tamed it into a beautiful do! I was very skeptical because i've never had anyone really understand my damaged, curly hair. But I am now a believer. I leave Matthew's chair with silky healthy hair every time. Be sure to ask for him for cut and blow out. i've never felt so good about myself as I do now after my hair appointments. I had a woman actually flag me down on the street after an appointment to ask about my hair. Seriously. I am SO thankful for ROAR. I will never go anywhere else! read more

I've never considered myself a girly-girl. Never kept up with hair trends or really knew what looked good on me. I dreaded going to get my hair cut because I didn't know what to ask for. Forget having color done - I know even less about that! Thank you, Baby Jesus that I found Rory at ROAR! He always has wonderful ideas and expresses them clearly before he gets started. He has an artist's touch, paying attention to details like adjusting my brow color to balance my hair color. The space is beautiful and their customer service both professional and friendly. You'll enjoy spending time at ROAR and love the look you leave with. read more

Melissa is amazing! I visited Roar for the first time this week and couldn't be happier with my experience or my cut. Talk about feeling like a million bucks! I called at 9am to make my appointment, but they don't open until 11. At 11:15 I got a call back from the concierge stating they missed my call, how could he help. Amazing customer service! I walked in and felt like everyone had known me for years. The salon on Rainey is beautiful but not pretentious. The owner, Rory, was warm, welcoming and exceptionally nice. It is clear that Melissa is a professional with years of experience. My long, layered hair has never been closer to what I want it to look like. I'm a lifer! read more

JUAN JUAN JUAN!!! If you need color he is your guy!!! Super sweet and just incredibly attentive!! I Just moved from San Diego... And its always so hard to find someone who you can trust to do a good job on your hair without them messing it up! Luckily Juan was someone I could trust and he did an INCREDIBLE job!! Not only did he listen to what I wanted... But he went above and beyond to make sure to also treat my hair so that I wouldn't have to get a cut and I could keep the length!!! All I have to say is you MUST have him do your hair if your looking for a new stylist!! If I could give him more stars... I would give him read more

Roar Salon - Super cute! - Hair Salons Near Me - Austin, Texas

If you want an amazing experience, book with Pepper! Pepper was my go to person for my hair (and anything beauty related) for 9 years. I'd come to an appointment and describe the look I had in mind, and she always knew how to make it happen while tailoring it to my specific hair type and my lifestyle. Sometimes I felt like she understood what I was envisioning even more than I did! From cuts, to color, to my bridal hair and makeup for my own wedding, she always did an exquisite job! She's one of the most genuine people I've ever met. She's creative, super talented, professional, and prides herself on making her clients feel beautiful inside and out. Can't recommend her more! read more

Love this salon! Visited for a haircut shortly after moving to Austin and could not be happier with my hair! Best cut I've had in years - without a doubt. Yes, their services are pricey - but you get what you pay for! If you're out to look your best, do yourself a favor and book an appointment with Lauren at Roar. She is amazing - you won't be disappointed! read more

Roar is adorable! I had my hair cut by Lauren Dewalt, who was super professional and really sweet too. I was a little iffy if I wanted to change up my look drastically or not, but Lauren took my few cues and really ran with it and I am so happy with the result. She also walked me through some styling tips and easier ways to accomplish the same look that she gave me. The staff is super friendly and really goes out of their way to make you feel comfortable. I would highly recommend Lauren! She has me feeling like a superstar! read more

You can't even get through to speak to a live customer service rep. This salon is literally up its own a**. They call their receptionists "concierge..." Lost a customer before I could even speak to anyone. When you dial zero as the voice prompts instruct you to do, it asks you to leave a message and you don't actually get to speak to a live person. Totally ridiculous. Don't waste your time. read more