This place is a joke! Dont believe any of the reviews! I got my hair cut here today and the woman completely ruined my hair! Its super short than what I have told her, and its completely crooked! I have pictures and its horrible! read more

Scissor Shack - Barbers Near Me - Seaside, California

I've been getting my haircut here for over 7 years. They always do just a little bit more than your average barber to ensure your haircut is great. If there is a wait, which sometimes there is, it's because they are so good. read more

I take all 3 of my boys here (ages 5 and under). They are fast and reliable. They have no problem cutting kids hair, even if they are resistant. Best prices in town. I've taken my kids to higher end barber shops and it doesn't work for two reasons- A. Traditional barbers take waaaay too long for a toddler! B. Waaay to expensive. $25 for a kids haircut?!? Scissor Shack is consistent, quick and reasonably priced! read more

Only stopped because my sister went it and came out looking fabulous. She said it costs $10 so we thought hey why not? Give it a whirl, they can't screw up a trim. Mine wasn't bad at all. 2 inches was the theme today and i probably lost a pound of hair no joke. But that's fine, I needed it. It's been so hot lately and my hair is so full and heavy. They lightened it up my load and it was quick and cheap. My sister wasn't too happy with her but she'll live. We got charged $18 each but what the heck, if I went to where I wanted to go I'm sure I would have paid over a hundo for a trim. Thanks Kim. read more

Got my eyebrows done here and I thought they were okay until I noticed the burning feeling wasn't going away. I've gotten my eyebrows waxed plenty of times before at Benefit and never once have I had my skin ripped off my eyebrows. I'm in so much pain right now I can't believe this would happen... read more

Scissor Shack - All the red part is my skin that got peeled off - Barbers Near Me - Seaside, California

I got my haircut here once, and didn't really like it for me (my bangs had lots of stray long hairs and that sort of thing). But I took my mom here today and they did a great job! She got a cut, color, and eyebrow wax. The total came to right around $100, and for the quality of the color I'm really impressed! My boyfriend gets his hair cut here, too, and he really likes what they do for his hair. It's not great for me personally, but if you're pretty straightforward they're very good and decently priced. read more

I've been getting my & my daughters' hair trimmed here for almost a year & they do a wonderful job! Today I decided to get color done & was a little nervous. No need! Gorgeous & their prices are awesome! $85 for cut & color. Happy customer, as always! read more

Scissor Shack - Barbers Near Me - Seaside, California

I just moved here and was looking for a salon to live up to my $50/haircut salon back home. After looking at Yelp, I decided to give Scissor Shack a shot, but I definitely wasn't too optimistic. I'm glad I went there, though, because this is definitely one of my favorite haircuts EVER. Friendly service, awesome haircut, and it hardly puts a dent in the wallet. I'm a fan! read more

Great place for an awesome haircut at a super low price! It is not a fancy salon, don't expect that. But the ladies at the shack are great at what they do! I've had my caucasian, colored, thin hair cut at high end salons paying $60+ for a cut. My experience here, thanks to other yelpers, was so great I most defiantly will be going back! Hair is not immediately washed, rather squirted wet. A woman's cut will run you $18. Can't beat that deal and the quality of the cut! read more

One of the worst places to get a hair cut, I was going consistently to get back of my head shaved and every time they would shave into my pony tail cutting more n more hair off. Until this last weekend she cut a huge chunk off and didn't even have the decency to say anything, acting as if I was dumb and couldn't feel her mistake, they have butchered my hair n now I am currently working with another salon to repair damages done by the stylists at scissor shack, I would not recommend or trust them read more

Got a fabulous $18 cut from Kelly today! Will definitely go back. She gave me flawless long layers that frame my face just the way I wanted, and gave me some advice for styling. I will be back here. Update 1/2/13 I can't say enough good about this place. I've had my hair cut by all 3 and even though I currently live in Arcata which his about 400 miles away, this is the only place I trust to really do a great job with my hair. I just got about 10 inches cut off for a long layered bob. Kim spent a very long time meticulously working with my curls and I couldn't love the end result more! The price is incredible, I always end up tipping double and that's still a bargain. read more

I found this place about a year ago after a co-worker suggested it. I have to admit at first I still blew it off thinking no way...and then after a $170 hair mishap I went to Kim. She gave me the best cut ever for $25 (including tip) and my deep gratitude. I have had my hair in different variations of length of a 'bob' type style for years. My hair also shows the slightest mistakes. The last few cuts I have done are an A-line cut which can easily show how talented a stylist is. If they can cut a perfect A-line cut then they can do anything. Well Kim blew away my previous stylist attempt at this cut!! She even makes me laugh because she will go over it so many times making sure that it lays right. Also, a good sign of a great hair cut is when it grows out it can go a little longer before needing a cut. The salon is very mellow the ladies are all friendly but mainly talk to each other in their own language. I find it pretty relaxing. Nothing fancy no tv's and old magazines so I recommend taking a book. I also take my two boys to see the other stylist as well My little guy has longer hair and he likes it that way and these girls were the first that got 'it'. It being how to cut a boys longer hair to look cute and still look like a boy. My whole family are Scissor Shack fans!! The prices when I was there December 09 were $12 for a men's and $18 for a ladies. read more

I got a sudden urge to get my hair trimmed on my Monday afternoon off a couple of weeks ago, so I started looking on line at a few of the better-known salons and realized that they're mostly closed on Mondays. So I checked on Yelp for more inspiration and discovered that the Scissor Shack had some great reviews. I'm a long time resident of Monterey and have driven past the Scissor Shack umpteen times so I decided to give it a try. I arrived at 3:30 and asked if they did walk-ins. Kim (the owner) just happened to be available so she sat me in her chair and listened while I explained what I wanted. A fast and efficient short time later Kim was fluffing my hair out and brushing the hair particles off me and I was amazed that she'd whipped out exactly the hairdo that I explained to her! Just a simple, clean, no-frills, low-maintenance bob. Two weeks later I'm still getting compliments and at that price I can go back for monthly trims without having to work it into a budget. The salon is small and tightly packed with hair stations - and very busy. It's probably wise to make an appointment if you want a particular stylist or don't want to take a chance on walk-in availability. Very definitely a thumbs up for my 25 minute, $25 (including nice tip) "do"! read more

I got a haircut from Kim and called in early for an appointment. She's really good and offered me tips based on my hair type! While I have thick Asian hair, it's not straight; and because of my mixed heritage, I inherited thick, wavy hair from whichever ancestor it came from. $18 dollars for my long hair to be cut midback. The one-star demerit was for the 10-15 minute wait. My appointment was in the morning and I was her first customer for the day. I'll be coming back though. I'm sure it was just a one-time thing. Thanks Kim! read more

I wanted to get a higher price cut at a more upscale place, but I was short on time on a Sunday and this was all that was available. I got a great cut at a ridiculously low price. The stylist was friendly and a good listener. I will definitely go back! read more

Was in dire need of a haircut, as my 'do' had been royally screwed up by a chain hair cuttery type place, so i was really hoping for a good experience, checked on Yelp and found this place. I booked an appointment over the phone, showed up about 15 minutes early to browse magazines, and was in the chair precisely at my scheduled time. I showed Phung (my stylist) the do I had in mind, and she smiled, said "oh yes, I can do," and started snipping away. She was sweet and chatty, but not excessively so (which I like). In about 30 minutes, I had EXACTLY what I wanted. Short, slightly punky razor bob. She did GREAT! Decided to go ahead and have my mangy eyebrows done as well, and she tidied them up perfectly. The price? Fabulous. $28 for a wax and cut. I tipped heavily, and you should too. Absolutely going back again and again... read more

I was a walk in customer. I called 1st, and was told to come on in. When I arrived, I was behind 1 lady. 3 hair stylists were with customers. I only waited about 25 min. I was taken in by Kim. I needed my hair to be even/trimmed. I didn't want too much cut, but she showed me how much actually needed to be trimmed. I agreed, and my hair feels and looks great! I will return again. The cut was $18.00, very reasonable + tip! 1 thing to improve is the restroom. Mmmm kinda scary. read more

This place is almost always busy. For a great haircut at an even better price, it's not hard to see why. I've taken my overgrown locks here a few times to be tamed and have left happy every time. It's a small, unpretentious place with good hairdressers who work quickly and are friendly. My boyfriend has also come here a few times and I've been happy with his haircuts as well. read more

Busy. Wait time was a bit high. Haircut was good. This is a full service salon, so if you are a guy like me and you walk in and see a woman getting her hair done... expect to wait and wait and wait. Look who is in front of you and if you see another woman she may be just getting a facial or getting a cut and color or both or all three (which will take a bit longer). I would go back again. read more

This place is awesome, and as a single Dad of a wonderful girl it is hard to find a place to entrust my Princess' hair. They have light hands and know what they are doing, nice ladies and I even get my haircut here too. Reasonable prices. read more

I'm going to let you in on a locals secret..... This is the place to go! I have never found a place that is so consistent. I have been going to Kelly now for 3 years and she gets it right everytime. She is also excellent with my kids! I cannot say enough good things about Kelly and the scissor schack! They are truly awesome. read more

I didn't have an appointment and the salon was busy, but Kelly helped me right away, washed my hair, and cut it. She also did a good job with my brows. She was talkative and I enjoyed to feel like she really likes her job. It was a pleasant experience! read more

Not bad for getting a military fade haircut. The lady who cut my hair was pleasant with the conversation and took her time and pointed out things about my hair and scalp that I wouldn't normally notice, as it effects how fade's symmetric appearance. That being said, haircuts are $8.50 on base and $14 here and the haircut only lasts a week or two. The one good thing I will note is that their hours are great - they were open till 7pm on a holiday. So, this will be my place if I'm in a crunch the next morning and need to look fresh. read more

Scissor Shack - They have a handful of parking spots - Barbers Near Me - Seaside, California

I was in and out in maybe 20 minutes. They didn't wash my hair, just spritzed it when needed. It was a quick trim - at least two inches off and fixed my bangs. I inquired about maybe a deep conditioning treatment, and Kelly replied I didn't need it. No frills, easy and convenient. Appreciated it. read more

Got a haircut on a Saturday afternoon by Kelly. I have thick asian hair, and have a bob that I'm picky about. Kelly listened to me, gave me the razor cut I asked for and did a great job! The shop is small, but it didn't feel overly cramped, and I was seen quickly. Great price too, only $18. Overall, a cozy, friendly place that I will definitely be returning to! read more

If your looking for a great haircut at a reasonable price this is the place to go. Every time I need a haircut, I go to these awesome ladies. I say I want this, and they just do it without a fuss. They know exactly how to do it. read more

They do a really good job on men's haircuts. It's always surprisingly busy the place gets on a regular weekday. I highly recommend this place! read more

I went to this place discouraged after being charged $300 for a cut and color at a different place in Monterey. Kim understood exactly what I wanted with my hair and she cut it to my satisfaction. Not only were Kim and her work partner extremely accommodating and friendly, but my haircut was so affordable. Five stars and a strong recommendation for scissor shack if you're looking for good prices and a clean cut!! read more

I love the quality of the cut I get at Scissor Shack! Pay in cash if you can, best haircut for the price; I've had my hair done in many upscale salons over the years, and the cuts are on par with some of the finest stylists I've encountered, who have travelled all over the world in competitions (and won)! Great hours, not usually necessary to call ahead, lovely people! read more

Pros - cheap Cons - ladies here gossip in a different language, if you ask to only trim the sides they will chop half your top off, very inconsistent and very small place...if you're looking for a specific look (for men) you will not get it here.. read more

Hands down, the best place to get a haircut. A very welcoming environment and great attention to detail. This will be my new regular spot.

Top notch! For the price, place, you can't find a better deal. These girls have been doing this their entire lives. They know what they're doing at a price you can afford. Just tell them what you want and they'll do it. No mumbo jumbo! Quality, professionally polite, and a great haircut and coloring at half the price you're probably paying now. What else can I say? read more

This place is a joke. There's no system in the shampoo room using disgustingly smelly stained towels and they were definitely used on someone else's. My experience for 3 hours for the permanent were nightmare as Kim used a very toxic and hazardous solution that burned my hair. The horrible thing was that I could not open my eyes and breathe due to the insanely toxic smell and she had to open all of the windows witnessing my traumatic reactions. $130 was gone and I had to spend $200 at other salon to recover my hair and it's still damaged that will take few years to grow healthy. She does not care what style of perm and cut you ask. read more

I was worried when I moved to the Monterey bay that I wouldn't be able to find a good hair stylist. I was going back to San Jose for a while to get my hair cut but the long drives were difficult. That's when I found scissor shack on yelp. I went in and saw Kelly and have been super happy ever since. I am super glad to have found scissor shack and will come back regularly. read more

To preface, I have crazy anxiety about going to hair salons. Partially due to horrific experiences and partially due to complicated hair. I had the same stylist for 10 years but I moved. I've lived in Seaside for 4 years and disliked most of the salons I've visited. I tried Scissor Shack based on comments in a neighborhood app and Yelp reviews. I called and asked if they took walk-in and they said yes so I went by. The place was busy with 4 folks ahead of me and 3 stylists working so I waited and looked at hair styles in a magazine. Karen was my stylist and she took time talking to me discussing what I wanted. She listened. She took her time and carefully cut layers into my fine hair. She didn't yank or pull. The end result was a really nice haircut that enhances my natural curls. The salon look run down on the outside, but the stylists are experienced and listen to the clients. I will definitely go back here. I'll make an appointment next time and ask for Karen. read more

I heard about Scissor Shack a week ago when my coworker told me that you could get an $18 hair cut there. She came to work the next day with fabulous layers in her long, thick hair--I was sold. Yesterday I had an appointment at 5:00pm and all three ladies were busy cutting hair, waxing eyebrows, etc. When it was finally my turn, the hairdresser (I didn't catch her name!) knew exactly what I wanted based on my weak description ("a little shorter, layers, long bangs?") and got right to work. They don't shampoo your hair unless you ask for it, but she did a great job regardless, and in less time. I will definitely be back, and at that price, I can afford to go every month! PS: They only accept credit cards for payment over $20.00 read more

Great prices, very nice, but walked out before getting my boys haircuts because not sanitary. They brushed off all the razors that they had just used on the previous person and gave a few a quick sanitary Spritz. Not the sort of sanitary conditions I am used to at other hair salons where they keep the scissors in the solution and just do a better job of cleaning between people. I kept an eye on all the razors that she is and she didn't even clean all the different razors and all its parts. Gross. They did not even comeclose: After cleaning, all tools, implements and equipment must be disinfected by complete saturation or immersion (enough solution to cover all surfaces of the item) for 10 minutes in an EPA-registered, hospital-grade disinfectant that is bactericidal, viruscidal, fungicidal, and pseudomonacidal. The disinfecting solution must be changed daily and/or prepared according to manufacturer's directions. read more

$12 + $2 tip. Long cut (chopped it all off!). No shave. SERVICE: Solid work. I had long hair (to my shoulders) and I wanted a good short cut. Choose *KIM* the owner. She was quick; the back of my head was properly shaped unlike some other places that square it off (as vietnamese barbers tend to do, esp. in san jose). There's not much talk in English, but I didn't go there to socialize. (5 stars would have been a shave + cigar + barber shop feel - the chummy barber, sports talk, etc.) ACCESSIBILITY: Parking lot on side does NOT have marked accessible spaces, but as there is very little traffic in this area (and I went during 5pm traffic hour) it matters not. The shop is small, but enough room to roll in. Regular round handle on door (not a lever). No steps anywhere. I transferred to the barber chair, but if you want to stay in ur wheelchair that works too; the hair stylists will move the chair out of the way. UDPATE 10/19: David J. told me there is a customer bathroom. I had previously commented that there was none. Next time I go there I'll check out the bathroom's accessibility. read more

I'm not normally one to give a review if I haven't been to a place before but this place was rude on the phone. I'm new to the area and I called in regards to eyebrow waxing. I call and whoever picks up (she gave no name or no introductory to even reassure I called the right place) just answers, "yeah?" I ask about the eyebrow waxing and she's just cold. So I say thank you and she says nothing back.. And hangs up. Definitely not coming here. read more

As the years go by and my hairline slowly goes north, I just want a fast, efficient trim with minimal chitchat. This place does that very well. The people are friendly and will chat if you want to be sociable. Otherwise - snip, snip, and I am out. read more