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    Ruby's Cut

    4.3 (92 reviews)
    InexpensiveHair Salons
    Closed 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    I'm sad.
    Justin C.

    I literally had the worst haircut of my life here. I wear glasses and can't see well without them, so every time I go in for a haircut I'm blind and there's a leap of faith I have to take. Kim was busy, there was someone else there to help me, but it turns out this person didn't seem experienced. They asked me how I'd like my hair cut, and I told them that I'd like it short on the sides and the back, but would like the keep the top's length; pretty standard stuff. They took about 30 mins to work on me and near the end, Kim came over, the two spoke in Vietnamese for a bit, and Kim took the clippers and did some touch up. Then she asked if I wanted to shave my eyebrows (????). This all struck me as a bit odd, but nothing prepared me for when I put my glasses back on... They gave me a buzz cut to the left of my part for some reason with a few wayward strands sticking out. I have no idea what possessed them to do this. The top back was also buzzcut. It looks pretty bad. Both apologized, but the kicker was that Kim's reassurance came in the form of her saying, "It's ok, men's hair grows fast. We'll cut it longer next time." I'm a pretty chill person, and not too particular about my presentation, but this disappointed me to the point where I had to write this. I wish they would have been transparent enough to communicate that I was being used as a guinea pig, so that I could at least be more diligent with putting my glasses on every so often. Now I'm wearing a hat every day for a few weeks because there's no man's hair that grows fast enough to hide this.

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    michelle g.

    I am a visitor from New York, staying with my daughter and son in law close by to Ruby's Cut, which I spotted while picking up breakfast this morning. My hair is thick and curly, and was overgrown in all the wrong places, which makes me miserable as it's difficult to style. I was lucky enough to get a same-day appointment with Ruby. She intuited exactly what I needed shaped up and gave me a terrific haircut!

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    I visited on Sunday 12/10; was taken immediately. Received a cut, followed by a wash and blow dry and post dry touchup with scissors and electric razor. They worked with my cowlicks and exposed my widows peak. Price is reasonable for San Francisco. I will return! Attaching before and after:

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    6 months ago

    Tiny one person shop, clean and never a wait, friendly owner. Easy to park across the street by Presidio Middle School.

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    2 years ago

    Great service and haircut for a great price in a simple no frills environment! Men's Haircut 25.00.

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    2 years ago

    Ruby has always been very accommodating as well as giving me a good haircut.thank you ruby

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    3 years ago

    Would recommend! Great customer service and happy to support this local business.

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    3 years ago

    A great local barber who does kids and men's haircuts at a reasonable price. No need to set an appointment as most customers are walk-ins.

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    Quick, affordable, hospitable place to get haircut. This is the only spot in SF I get my haircut at after discovering it a few months ago.

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    7 years ago

    Great prices! Great quality. If you don't need a super fancy salon and are more utilitarian this place is for you.

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    Hector Estrada - Result- shag and color are just what I wanted! He did a great job keeping the length while taking off weight and adding shape/life

    Hector Estrada

    4.7(454 reviews)
    4.6 miUnion Square, Financial District
    $$

    I've been in SF for 8 years trying to find a hairstylist I actually trust, and I finally found…read moreHector. I went in not really knowing what I wanted, just vibing with some general ideas. Hector totally got it and did an amazing job. The thing that impressed me most is I wanted highlights without bleaching my hair, and he made it happen. Every other place said I had to bleach it. The salon is super clean, bright, and has a great vibe. Everyone there is really kind and helpful. Yeah, I had to wait for an appointment and send pics beforehand, but it was 100% worth it. Definitely recommend if you're looking for a great stylist!

    I recently reached out to this salon but, from what I gathered, is down to one stylist now--Hector…read more It seems the space isn't a fully staffed salon anymore, and the page hasn't been updated to reflect that. I was asked to send photos of my hair and then told that Hector is booked out for months. It would have been better to be upfront about that from the start instead of feeling like I was being screened as a new client. A friend of mine has seen Hector for years and recommended him, which is why I wanted to try. I initially hoped to see another stylist at the salon, but soon learned that that team member is no longer there. If the salon updates its information and availability, it would help set expectations for future clients.

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    Hector Estrada - Balayage and cut by Hector

    Balayage and cut by Hector

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    Arty - Mako did such a beautiful job for my wedding

    Arty

    4.2(393 reviews)
    3.3 miJapantown, Lower Pacific Heights
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    I don't live in SF anymore, but I make the 1 hour trip just to go to this studio every time I need…read moremy hair done. I love Romi and I will continue going here to see her!! Compared to the other studios I've been to, they are the most consistent, honest, and detailed. I have never walked out of this studio unhappy with how my hair looked, even if it deviated a bit from what I originally wanted. In the most recent time I went, I was absolutely blown away with how my hair turned out! So much that I think I will continue asking for this color for years to come, maybe until my hair can't handle it anymore lol I've been going to Romi for a few years for color and haircuts and I deeply appreciate how much attention to detail she has. In my case, she had noted down the colors that I've had before and uses that as a point of reference for my session. This is so helpful, especially since I don't remember what I asked for months prior. Since I liked my most recent color so much, I can walk into the studio with full confidence that I can ask for the exact same thing again because she has it noted down somewhere. Thank you Romi!!

    This review is for Yumiko. I had specifically requested her because of all the great reviews I've…read moreseen. I was going to make a huge change starting with 27 inch long hair and no bangs. I wanted to try out short hair with bangs! It was kind of a shock when I saw the final result, but I ended up really loving what she did with my hair. It felt so light afterwards! She understood what I had wanted just from a few words/photos, and even taught me how to cut/style my hair by myself if I wanted to recreate the look. The hair wash/massage was relaxing and felt real nice as well. Highly recommend Yumiko and will be coming back for sure! :)

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    Arty - Exactly 1 year after the digital perm. Yumiko's cut and perm make this hairstyle look good at any length.

    Exactly 1 year after the digital perm. Yumiko's cut and perm make this hairstyle look good at any length.

    Arty - Yumiko gave me this perfect haircut and perm to make my first trip to Turkey beyond perfection. Thank you!

    Yumiko gave me this perfect haircut and perm to make my first trip to Turkey beyond perfection. Thank you!

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    David James - Beautiful blended color by Devon.

    David James

    4.8(295 reviews)
    3.3 miAlamo Square, Hayes Valley
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    Nielle is the best!! I'm so glad I found her, I would follow her around the Bay Area. She keeps my…read morehair looking fresh and healthy after it went through a major thinning process. A shoulder cut can quickly look crazy on me (mullet alert) but she was able to perfectly layer my hair with some face framing bangs to come out perfectly balanced. Also she's the easiest person to talk to, makes your appointment feel so relaxing and peaceful like you're catching up with a long time girlfriend - she is theeee best!!

    I've been going to Nielle for over a decade and from the jump she really listened to what I wanted…read more I originally came to her after a botched balayage I got in the Philippines, and she completely fixed it. From there, we did an 10 hour transformation going blonde and honestly, that appointment bonded us for life. I've never trusted anyone else since, she's basically my hairstylist and therapist hehe Her balayage is SOOOOO good. It always looks natural, grows out beautifully, and lasts forever without getting brassy. I'm pretty low-maintenance, and somehow my hair still looks put together months later because of her work. Her haircuts are also super clean, and she's actually the one who got me into curtain byayangs and I've stuck with them ever since. What I appreciate most is how much she cares about doing things the right way. When I decided to go back to my natural color, she didn't rush it or take shortcuts. She slowly transitioned me over time and kept my hair healthy through every stage. I live in Los Angeles now and will literally fly home just to see her, that's how good she is! After 11 years, she's more than just my hairstylist, she's someone I trust completely. Highly recommend!

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    David James - Cut by Sabrina.

    Cut by Sabrina.

    David James - Bleach and tone transformation by Devon.

    Bleach and tone transformation by Devon.

    David James - Bleach + tone and buzzcut on Devon, by Devon.

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    Bleach + tone and buzzcut on Devon, by Devon.

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