Hamza gave me the best haircut and beard trim I've had on this side of the Mississippi. Friendly, skilled and very professional

This is a hidden gem in Lincoln Square and I wish to keep it to myself but it's too good not to share :) We came here on a Monday because all other businesses for some reason are closed on Mondays in LS. We were in for a treat!! I had one of the best touch up/hair dye and blow out jobs I have ever received. Mary was the stylist who worked on me, she has 50 years experience and it shows! She was able to blend a perfect color dye to blend my roots and the rest of my hair. She also gave me a killer blow out.. I received a better dye job from her than I have in my visits to some other pricier salons down the street. The place is also not too busy since there are 2-4 stylists working and the prices are awesome. Men's haircut $15 and roots/blowout $65. The owner is really nice too, always welcoming and treats each customer with kindness. Come check this place out!! Just don't come at the same I do :) read more

See all

Do not go to Studio 4! The person who usually cuts my hair, Hadir, wasn't there, so I opted to go with this other stylist. What a mistake! He was a young Turk, who couldn't speak much English, and he was very conceited and insulting. After waiting through two other customers, I finally got my turn and upon sitting in the chair, this punk said in a thick accent, "bald." I told him to just cut my hair, but he kept repeating "bald." I told him that it was rude to say such things, by the way I'm certainly not bald, and that he had bad customer service skills. He didn't understand a word I was saying, but he proceeded to use his phone to translate from Turkish into English "hair transplant". He would then speak Turkish into his phone and put the phone up to my ear for the translation saying that I needed to go to Turkey to get my hair cut. At this point I reached my boiling point, so I ripped off the plastic cover and proceeded to curse this pr*ck out, but he apparently didn't understand what I was saying. I don't even think this guy has a proper license to cut hair, so I further investigate this. Again, DO NOT GO TO STUDIO 4!!! read more

I've been coming here for 8 years. The price is right. The place is great. 1. They don't talk and talk and talk. I'm not looking to make a new best friend when I get my haircut. 2. Sometimes there's no music - which is fine with me... I hate listening to bad music when I get a haircut!!! 3. It is really convenient and next to the Grind. 4. I have super curly hair and have had 2 inches to 10 inches of hair throughout the last 8 years - they always make me look great! 5. They are very fast. 6. I never need an appointment. read more

Who turns away business? I went in to ask for a eyebrow wax and was told not today ,I only saw 2 other people inside and others came in after me with no problem. Not sure why they didn't want to accommodate me but if the sign says walk ins welcome I would most likely take the sign down ... I will take my business elsewhere read more

Studio 4 Hair - It says walk ins welcome not true ... they turned me away and it is not even close to closing time - Hair Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I have been going to Super Chops for years (Super cuts!!), but they have recently raised their prices! So I was looking for some place that was close and cheaper. I was told about this place by friends. It's in the area...............and heck if they F*ck up my hair.....it's summer time anyway and it will grow back! My hair isn't that hard to cut anyway! Walk in at 12:30 sit down and "zip" with the clippers, a little "snip snip snip" and i was done in 7 minutes! Amazing! And it looks good! I will be back, the only negative is they don't take Credit card!!! read more

It's hard to beat a $10 men's haircut in this city. If Senay cuts your hair, I give this place 5 stars. Anyone else, 1 star, especially the man who cut my hair last time. He barely spoke a word of english and butchered my haircut. read more

Called the day-of to make an appointment since they are a walk-in salon. They told me there were no appointments available...‍ update: evidently they are short staffed lately & that's why they can't take walk-ins. read more

I got my hair cut here on my wedding day, back when it was eight bucks. As a man with straight hair, I had no reason to spend any more. My wife suggested it, in fact. Everybody here is skilled and QUICK. If you're like me, and you just want to get a trim with no nonsense, this is the place. read more

I've been going here since I moved into the neighborhood five years ago, and I've had only one or two bad experiences (and the employee in question doesn't even work there anymore). elena is so nice, and she does such a wonderful job with my hair--she even did my hair for my wedding last year, and everyone raved about it. and hello, the price. it's more than it used to be, yeah, but it's still a good bargain. yay! edited 2/11: edited to note that kemal and elena are now running ke salon down the street. read more

Have been coming here for two years, used to go to a place up the street but never felt quite right there. Everyone is awesomely friendly here, I never have to wait long and my hair always comes out great even with poor directions. I don't even live in Lincoln Square anymore -all the way in Evanston, but I always find a way every few months to get over to LS to get my hair cut just right. read more

The salon is under new ownership and it's been remodeled. But Eva is still here! I love that I don't need an appointment, I love how she always gives an extra scalp massage when she shampoos my hair, and she gives great advice too. My thin, curly, frizzy, and frazzled hair is now sleek and shiny with reddish blonde highlights. After I got my hair did, someone told me I looked "hot"! This salon gets busy in the evening, and people of all ages get their hair cut here, while I was getting my foils done a 10 month old baby got a snip as well as an older gentleman. There is no signal for your cell phone in the salon, though, but sometimes that is a good thing!! read more

The best place for a guy to get his hair cut in the city. Good cuts and a fast pace for the right price. Can't beat it. Also note the store front right next door, its a landmark. It was the final facade that Louis Sullivan did. Its worth a peak! read more

I think the "key" word for this hair cut joint is affordable.......let me explain. I lived in Albany Park late last year and was in Lincoln Square one weekend looking for a haircut place. I went into two places on the same block and asked about walk-in ability and cost. Studio 4 Hair and Renessence Studio were to two places. Studio 4 Hair was ready for walk ins at that moment......Renessence Studio had no availability of stylist for walk in for another 3 hours (I've experienced this more than once with them). Studio 4 Hair cost was $10.....Renessence Studio was $39! (mens hair cut mind you....so mileage may vary) So, I picked Studio 4 Hair and I'm glad I did. I've always walked in...waiting no more than 5 minutes max! They ask what you want, check and see half way through if you are happy and basically get the job done. Now was my hair always done perfect? No. Have I had to from time to time get home and make a little snip here and there to shore up a few places that slipped through....Yes. But considering all of the above and the price of $10 it really cannot be beat. I'd much rather get my hair cut monthly and pay $120+/- with tip for a year rather than some other places where you are spending $460+ annually (and that is WITHOUT tip - YIKES! That is almost 400% times higher in price difference.) I realize everyone needs to make coin in this city, but I'm struggling with the differences that occur for some business verses others? What exactly am I getting different....decor and rows of hair product I'll never buy there? So, getting back on track.....if you are looking for a no nonsense haircut place that is very affordable and does a "good" job without any bells and whistles then Studio 4 Hair is for you. read more

Fabu-licious. Totally affordable. Went with a guy friend who got an easy cut. I got something more interesting with texture and razoring. Fast, simple, easy--my hair, their service. I will totally go back. We walked in and hardly had to wait. This is no slick high-end boutique, of course. If you think you need atmosphere to get a good cut, skip this place. If you want functional and well done, local, and you are really frugal--then this is heaven in a haircut. This is the first time --EVER-- a stylist did my hair without an ounce of product **and** it looked fabulous! I feel bad. I should have given a 50% tip. read more

As good as it gets for 10 dollars. 10 dollars is as cheap as possible for a good haircut...I learned that after a five dollar cut by a mexican girl who looked at me like she never saw a white person before...well that didn't turn out so well. It's a good place to go, shop local, try it. read more

I hate to admit this, but I've got some hair growing in places on my face where it doesn't belong. I've tried waxing - hate the goop on my face. Not into the expense of lasers. Plucking takes too long. A friend mentioned to me that she has her ENTIRE face threaded. My first thought: Ouch! But she said it wasn't too bad after the threader gets going. It was Saturday and I was in Lincoln Square. I noticed a sign saying Studio 4 Hair offers threading. I walked in without an appointment and waited for about 15 minutes until I was invited to sit down in the stylist's chair. I can't recall his name unfortunately, but he started his string thing, and in about 25 minutes my face was freshly threaded and as smooth as a baby's tush. The pain part? I'm not going to lie, it was a bit like torture. Basically. the thread is used like a lasso to remove the hair follicle so yep, it's gonna hurt. But the results are long-lasting, it's quick and sanitary. The stylist was professional, very nice and was obviously good at threading. I paid $25 for the treatment, which seems super reasonable to me. Definitely will go back next time. read more

So mad!!! That guy speaks no English, has no experience!! Haircutters are so rude, terrible service! Never go there, u will be mad after...for sure!!!! read more

I'm not one for really caring about my haircut. I know that when it gets to a certain length, I need to cut it. Past that, not a single thought more. This place changed that. I would go to Supercuts or SportsClips and get the standard "whatever" haircut that would take 5 minutes with blades, be somewhat uneven, and cost $20. I live down the block from Studio and decided to give it a shot. It was cheaper, but more importantly, they cut evenly and they make sure it looks good. It may take longer than you'd expect, but they actually care. read more

Just wanted to wait to get couple of haircuts to write a review. Once again, had a great haircut by Hardar

I'm back to support Studio 4 Hair! My last 2-3 experiences have been really good - a solid hair cut, done right, with few mistakes. I'm pretty sure I was unlucky the first couple times and got a bad stylist; both are still there but now I just politely mention that I am waiting for (and point to someone else that is cutting). read more

Wandered in years ago and have returned for just about every haircut since. Reliable, affordable and friendly. A true neighborhood business.

Ive gotten a haircut here several times. They were all great. However this time the older woman on staff cut my hair and in the middle of it she randomly told me she would fix my eyebrows. I said ummmmm....okay. She then quickly took a comb and put it against my eyebrow and used the electric clippers over the comb. She messed up when she did this and now I am missing half an eyebrow..... Needless to say, I did not end up paying for the haircut. Also the back of my head could have been done much better. She carved an arch on the back of my head? Do not let this person cut your hair, she will mess up your hair. The young man and the older man have cut my hair several times and those were good. read more

I have been going to this place for awhile now and I believe this place is the best hair salon in the city. First, the owners are great. They are very polite, and actually care to make you look good. Also, almost never did I wait in line to get my hair cut. It is in the middle of Lincoln Square and very convenient to get to. I am very happy to have discovered this place and I recommend this place to everyone. read more

My husband gets his hair done here. They are quick professional and do a great job! Go see Haydar he'll do you good! Haydar is great on keeping up with the latest trends for men hairstyles! read more

I got my haircut a few times and was always happy until I noticed him not change out the blade on the straight razor he uses to shave the back of your neck. As soon as I asked to change he did but this seriously made me question his understanding of how diseases are spread. read more

Haydar is great, his outstanding skills make you leave the place with a smile in your face. He pays attention to details and listens the demand carefully. I feel uncomfortable when I had to get my cut done somewhere else when I am out of town. Well done business! read more

I've gotten three haircuts here. One was adequate. The second was very good, although done by a hairstylist no longer there. And the third was butchered. This stylist was very nice but spoke very broken English. Poor communication was the main problem I think. If you need a standard haircut, you shouldn't have a problem. But anything that requires explanation or expertise, you might want to head elsewhere. Two of the three stylists I had failed to provide expertise. They're approach was "tell me exactly what you want..." which is fine, but I'm not an expert, so I seek input from the stylist. I don't know all the lingo, I don't know what's going to look best. I prefer some guidance, a stylist who can flaunt their skill and use good judgment. Maybe it's the poor communication with a stylist who struggles with English, but I didn't get any expertise here. And maybe it's a "you get what you pay for" kinda place. read more

I used to work nearby and often walked past this place at lunch. I never considered going there, but suffice to say I'd be *very* concerned that I'd end up looking like I was mauled by some beauty school dropout with deep-seated rage issues - i.e. what you'd expect from Great Clips or any other place offering walk-in men's cuts for $10. I mean... ten bucks?! I've gotten extremely crappy hair cuts for 3x-5x that amount, and I figure you almost always get what you pay for. (Note, this was my first visit a couple years ago, they've since upped the price of a men's cut to $15). I simply had no other option. It was nearly 7pm and I had a big client meeting the following morning. I was going to either look like I just got home from some sort of metrosexual POW camp, or double down and take a risk on Studio4Hair. Long story short - I walked in w. no appointment to speak of, met Haydar (aka the sliver fox) and sat down in his chair wondering what the hell I must be thinking. 20-30 minutes and Ten Friggin Bucks later, I am downright shocked at how happy I am with the result. Haydar is a man of few words, but he knows how to cut hair. You see, I keep my hair pretty short. This poses challenges in terms of layering, cowlicks, transition from top to side aka feathering, etc. I also happen to be a bit neurotic about my hair, and I've only actually had 2 or 3 good stylists in my entire life. Simply put, Haydar is the man. I have now gone to him for every haircut possible since that day - going on 3 years. He and the few others at Studio4Hair are super welcoming and I am yet to leave anything but delighted about my cut. The price for men is now $15, but that's still insanely low - especially considering their skills. The low cost is really just gravy on top. I'm sincere when I say that I'd gladly pay triple that amount to continue seeing Haydar/Studio4Hair. Don't be scared by the fact that it's a basic barber shop (or barber studio, to use the proper nomenclature). This is the sharpest hair cut you're gonna find in nearly any facility or at any cost. Do it. read more

Haydar is the best! His commitment to detail and focus on perfection keeps me coming back and the beard trim and neck shave added bonus!

Does anyone know if Haydar is reopening when allowed to do so? I noticed the windows are all covered with paper. Hopefully he's just renovating, fingers crossed!! read more

I've been coming to this place for about 2 years. I only need a very basic haircut but the owner does a good job with it and takes care in his work. However, he is very S-L-O-W. Be prepared to wait 1 hour or more if there are 2 or more people waiting before you. He used to have help but I don't see them anymore. Also the owner can be friendly but also very prickly if you ask him anything about his business hours (I showed up at what I thought was the time he opened, hoping to get in and out quickly, and there were already several people sitting there waiting and when I asked him what time he opened he mumbled something and then was very clearly upset with me when he cut my hair. Not a good attitude to have towards your customers.) Still, for $20 for a men's haircut, you can't really go wrong. read more

oh Yelpers, you've really let me down. I'm trying to grow my hair out, and while I love Lauren at J. Gordon Designs, I didn't want to pay $50 to trim my hair, so I looked for a place that wouldn't charge too much. I came to Studio 4 Hair on a Friday afternoon, baseball cap on my head to hide my shaggy hippie hair. The place was a bit full, so I told the man (not sure of his name other than bane of my hair's existence) I just needed a trim, he said to have a seat, so I did. When he was done he called me up and asked me if I wanted to get my hair washed, and I said yes. Well usually getting your hair washed at a salon means getting pampered, not getting my head shaken around and making my scalp hurt. Whatever, no biggy. So when he sits me down to cut my hair, he asks me what I want. I told him I have side bangs, so I just want that trimmed, and again that I was growing my hair out and wanted just the ends taken care of. He asked again how short, so I said no more than half an inch. He only used scissors until the end, opting to use a blade. My bangs are no longer side bangs, but pretty much full on front bangs, which doesn't work for wavy hair, not for me anyway. My hair is to my chin right now, which is not half an inch shorter than what I came in with. When he asked me how I liked it and I told him it was too short he said "it's not too short", uhm, I think I know what I think is too short. He also failed to mention shampooing hair costs more. Sorry Lauren, I will never abandon you again! read more

I have been going here for a few months now and love it! It's in the hood for me and yes very affordable. I tried everyone at least once but I must say Eva is the best by far. She is friendly, no rush, and a no frills haircut that looks great each time for ten bucks and four dollar tip you can't beat it. As a fellow parent myself I love tipping people well who deserve it and spreading the love. If you plan on going here ask for Eva trust me. read more

I had my first haircut at Studio 4 today--the whole experience was fantastic! Shenay was very expert and did an outstanding job on my coarse and unruly hair (almost entirely gray). After trying at least five different salons in the Chicago area over the past year, I finally found someone who knows what she's doing (the last time I had a hair-cut my hair looked like a huge plant, and when I asked the stylist to thin it out a little, his response was "Go home and sleep over it, you'll see tomorrow morning it will flatten out"!) For the first time in almost two years now my layers are perfect and the length is just what I wanted. I had only 45 minutes (had to go back to work), and in addition to professional and fast service I was also pleasantly surprised by their very modest prices. Overall, terrific job. Will definitely be back in 3-4 weeks! read more

I've never gotten a hair cut here and won't! I live very close by and see 2 of the employees smoking on the sidewalk all the time. While that's completely gross, I just witnessed the man throw his cigarette down on the sidewalk and walk back to his shop. I confronted him and he acted like he was going to hit me. Having been the person who has to pick up discarded disgusting litter from idiots like this I'm very upset. They need to have respect for the environment and neighborhood! read more

The price brought me in but, the quality will bring me back. Haydar spent way more time on my hair than I ever would have expected! I don't get anything fancy done but, he took the time to make me look better than I can remember looking! He even finished off the back with a straight razor - love that! Walked in, $10, left royally satisfied. read more

Quick and cheap. Nothing complicated. Haircuts only $10. They used to be $8.

You really can't beat a $10 mans hair cut. I have had my hair cut here for over a year and a half now. Although I am never really sure who will be cutting my hair, I rest assured knowing that it will grow back eventually and enjoy the great price. There's no need for a reservation. You can usually get in and get out fairly quickly. read more

Senhay is the only hair stylist that makes my husband's hair look like a million bucks. We've been to salons all over Chicago, paying upwards of $60 for a man's haircut. For $10 a cut, it's insane. No frills but top notch service with great, exceptional attention to detail. She even took a straight razor to his neck and side furriness. Now he's amazingly smooth and more irresistibly kissable than ever! I've had my eyebrows threaded here as well and they're always so professional and kind. Very, highly recommended! read more