I've been to Ryf a handful of times now for a haircut, and that fact that I keep going back means I either like getting my hair cut there, or it's near home and convenient, and the haircuts turn out okay. As you can tell, I'm not over the moon about the place, but I have to say the haircuts are reliable and not outrageously expensive (24 Euro for a regular men's cut).
I've never asked for any particular stylist, so I've had four or five now, and they've all been pretty competent. My German isn't great, and I keep having to ask what the word for "part" is (it's "der Scheitel"), but the hairdressers range in friendliness from all-business (not very chatty) to very warm and friendly, and curious about why an American is living in Hamburg.
I recommend it for a regular men's haircut, and there are lots of women in there, too, so they must be doing something right by the ladies. An appointment is absolutely required, but I'm usually able to call on Thursday or Friday and get an appointment on Saturday. The nice part about that is that I've never waited even a moment after showing up; I get seated right away. read more