I have been with Andre for many years and have followed him to any salon he has worked with. Now that he owns this salon, I have been a regular! Andre does an amazing job. He understands my hair and how to make me look my best! Always recommending the best solutions for my hair to be its healthiest! Kathleen read more

I have been seeing Andre at the cutting room for several months now. I must say he's an artist. I get my hair highlighted and Andre does an amazing job. Plus he blow dries my hair to exactly how I like it be. Plus Andrea is an amazing individual and what a talent. Thanks Andre for making people in the street ask who does my highlights. Nothing but compliments all around!!! Thanks you for being so awesome!!!! read more

I am happy to add my name to the list of those people who were thrilled with their haircuts. Andre did a superb job on my thin, fine hair, and I look forward to returning later in the spring. read more

Unfortunately, my experience at The Cutting Room didn't live up to the reviews I had read online. Andre failed to understand my haircut needs and provide the guidance I was hoping to receive during my consultation. I was looking to try out something new with my hair & asked for his input when deciding the length & style of the cut, but he refused to help me. He also refused to provide me product recommendations for my hair concerns simply because I couldn't remember what I currently used. When I told him that we could try a length & then cut it shorter after if I didn't like it he remarked "well I don't have two hours"- that's not the kind of attitude I expected from a professional salon (note: he also quoted me a much lower price on the phone & it ended up being a much higher bill). He rushed through my haircut & he ended up giving me layers before confirming with me. He was rude, unhelpful and made me feel embarrassed about not knowing enough about hair rather than providing his expertise, which is what I had come for in the first place. In contrast, his partner Nino was very warm & friendly and was providing his client with lots of input & engaged in conversation with them throughout their appointment..I wish I had gone to him instead. I was really excited to get my haircut here after reading all their reviews & was shocked to have had such an uncomfortable & negative experience. read more

I HIGHLY recommend Pam cut your hair. I had a vague idea of what I wanted, and she made magic with her scissors and gave me a damn fine haircut. She's meticulous, makes on-the-fly adjustments, and can keep a pleasant convo with a giant smile brimming over her face mask. Also, it's surprisingly affordable in a posh area - YORKVILLE. read more

Fantastic cut and Andre was wonderful! I will definitely be back!

I showed up for my appointment with awful boxed dye and bleach and an intense amount of dead ends. Andre made me feel welcome from my first step in the door and was confident he could fix it all which made me feel so much better!!! He talked through the colour and style with me and made sure everything was to my liking as well. Truly the best haircut and colouring I've ever had! read more

The Cutting Room - Hair Salons Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

This is the best that my hair has ever looked flat ironed!! It looks very sleek and healthy. I've been here twice now for the same service and the results are always consistent. It lasts up to 2 weeks once I don't get my hair wet and my curls return to normal afterward so there is no heat damage. Also, the appointment only takes about 45mins - 1 hr in total and the owner is very accommodating. 100/10 will recommend. read more

Stumbled upon this salon by chance, and I'm so happy I did. Andre not only gave me one of the best haircuts I've had in my life (with only my less than ideal explanation of what I wanted to work with,too!), but was also a delightful person that brightened my day. I left with clear, simple instructions of how to style my hair like he did and product recommendations, along with a sample. I will absolutely be returning and could not recommend this place more! read more

Professional and speedy, clean atmosphere, great friendly staff and central to downtown, nothing bad to say about this place or my cut

i came to my appointment to die roots andre treated me very oddly as if he was having a bad day and was pissed! He was the only one working there- he does the admin and everything else- he sat me down and gave me a brush and told me to comb my very curly hair- I have coloured my hair many times and no one asked Me this-i have never combed my hair dry and so much Hair fell out ! I told him it will be hard to comb it he snapped at me- how am I supposed to put the color in! He went and mixed the color without consulting with me and when I asked for color swatches he said he doesn't have them - he proceeded to pull my hair aggressively to put the color and my scalped hurt so much I said please can you be gentle- he snapped at me I'm just doing my job and you won't let me! He then told me he doesn't feel comfortable doing my hair because I have negative energy! He told me he won't do my hair and that I had cancelled an appointment 6 months ago ! Yes I did cancel an appointment 6 months ago because I had an emergency trip! I left crying never been treated so bad and disrespected because I had canceled an appointment 6 months ago! He was rude and yelled at me that I canceled an appointment that other people Needed !!! All I did was cancel an appointment and give enough time ! I got my hair pulled and he forced me to comb my hair which is already fragile !!!! Honestly some people are just miserable people read more

I'm SO glad I found this place! Cute shop tucked away just off of Yonge St. with lovely staff. They were able to fit me in pretty last-minute on a Friday night, and I am so grateful they did. Master stylist Lena not only gave me a fantastic cut, but a lot of great advice. I love the products they used on my hair - I even got a couple of samples to take home. The location is convenient, prices are reasonable, and the folks are professional and friendly. I am looking forward to my next appointment! **Update - the salon has new owners since I've last been. Since my stylist has moved I've moved with her. read more

Location: You can't beat it. It's on a street that feels quaint and secluded while being just south of busy yonge and bloor! Perfection. Price: Reasonable. This isn't the cheapest hair-cut/style you can find, but it is the best value! I pay about $50 when I go, and I go every 3 months or so because my stylist is able to give me a cut that I will love walking out, and will love as it grows out. Service: This salon is top-notch. I have long, fine, dark hair that has a tendency to 1/2 wave and be a bit frizzy. I'm never sure about what cut will be best and tend to walk in with a "do what you think will work" attitude. While this strategy has failed me in the past it has never failed at the cutting room! I see Melissa, and she is absolutely in my top 3 stylists of all time. She assesses my needs (face shape, lifestyle, etc.) and builds a hairstyle for me around that. She has such an approachable personality and sitting in her chair for an hour feels very comfortable whether you're chatting or sitting in silence. An added bonus for service is that my haircut usually comes with a great shoulder massage and oiled scalp massage. It's divine. Atmosphere: The staff in general are warm, inviting, and funny! I've been early to appointments but never bored because everyone is so engaging. I'd recommend this salon in a heart-beat and it's an absolute must-try if you're in the market for a stylist. EDIT: I went to this salon on March-02-2013 for a hair cut and actually told Melissa that I wanted sweepy layers, that weren't too layer-y and to keep my length, but bring it up a bit. Somehow she got my dream hair-cut from that description! Fantastic! Not only that, but they gave me a full sized product for free (one that I love, I.C.O.N. repair spray) as I was checking out! LOVE this place. (p.s. My profile picture is the haircut in question. Best I've ever had) read more

I have been following Andre,The new owner of The Cutting Room, for a couple of years now. I will not let anyone else touch my hair. He cuts beautifully, the colors that he chooses for your hair are gorgeous colors, and he cares about the health of your hair. I highly recommend him! read more

On referral from a friend I have been going to the cutting room for some time and never have had bad service, previously i saw Lena, Melissa and Connie and was sad to see them go BUT the new owner Andre is wonderful. He makes you feel comfortable, and more importantly (to me) is honest you can go in with an idea and if he doesn't work for your hair type / face shape he will tell you why and suggest another alternative. I had gone in last year and wanted a change in color and always quick on his feet we went for a fresh new 'redder' shade from my normal dark brown. I was just in last month and he worked his magic yet again covering my stubborn grey you walk in feeling crappy and walk out feeling like a superstar ! I constantly get compliments on my hair ! Prices are reasonable and you cant beat the customer service. Thanks Andre !! read more

On the recommendation of a friend, I took a friend of mine here to repair years of almost-criminal abuse she'd inflicted upon her hair. The goal was to restore some semblance of health to over-processed, fried hair. What we ended up with was that, and SO MUCH MORE! After a great, honest discussion about the state of affairs with Connie (the genius Master Colourist) and Lena (the brilliant Master Stylist), a very definite goal was defined, as was the steps that were going to be taken to get there. Not only did they deliver on healthier hair (both to the eye, and touch) but they delivered an absolutely gorgeous, natural-looking, warm colour and a preposterously sexy style that far exceeded what I thought they'd be able to do with what they were given to work with. True Masters of their crafts. As a man, my time and money spent on my hair is significantly less than what most women do. Having said that, I found their price-to-product ratio to be VERY reasonable and I thoroughly enjoyed watching them both go through their process. I was also very pleased to see how almost-overwhelmed my friend was with her results. The physical environment is very inviting and quite atypical to most hair salons, and the staff are the same. (Not seeming syrupy or disingenuous, which I appreciated immensely.) I cannot recommend them highly enough. You will not regret your decision to go here! read more

I decided to try this salon out since the last three reviews were excellent. I must say, the stylists were nice, but I picked up a hint of unprofessionalism. When your stylist is focusing on yelling out her lunch order to the receptionist while she's cutting your hair, you instantly become nervous. My stylist said: "Now, let's talk about your bangs" then proceeded to change her lunch order as she snipped my bangs away. As a result, my bangs are shorter than I wanted them and they are partially cut. What also seemed so odd to me was how my stylist could not stop commenting on the shape of my head. It was fine when the initial comment was made, but then she just continued to go on and on about the shape of my head. Plus, wtf are the previous people talking about when they say their prices are reasonable? I paid over $80 for a cut and what I thought was fishy was that neither their website nor their salon lists the prices of their services. read more

Amazing service!! Went above and beyond my expectations. I had wanted to go blonde for a while and finally found a great place! very happy!!

New owner, entirely new business, but I've known the new owner for years and he is just awesome! I've followed him from other salons in the past, and I am following him here for this new business venture! read more

Such expertise, and Lena threw in a haircut and treatment for free as well, so I only paid for a blow dry! This is the first and only review I've ever left on yelp, trust me I wrestled with the idea of exposing this hidden gem to everyone, but the stylists are all so professional, knowledgeable, and truly friendly. 5 stars!! read more

A few weeks ago, I went there to consult on what do with my hair I wanted to cut and straightened it. Andre had suggested for botox treatment look at my hair, he said it will cost 100-150 including cutting. Today I went there to do the actual job he charges me$ 282 just for botox saying that your is long where as my hair is little over shoulder length. He did a good job on my hair. I still need to see how it turns out finally after I wash in couple of days. But I hate the hidden cost. Saying one thing and doing another. I hope other will not go through same experience as I. read more

This salon is amazing!! I have been seeing Connie, the colorist, for close to 9 years and I have NEVER been disappointed. I am one of those challenging clients who is very particular about highlights and Connie is the best colorist I have ever seen. Not to mention, she is a warm and kind person with great customer service skills. She always puts the customer first and listens carefully to what you need. Go to The Cutting Room-you won't be disappointed! Bronwyn read more

After so many years I finally found a place / hair dresser who knows what she is doing. Lena is fantastic. She spent time to understand why lifestyle and what I wanted. Made very clear recommendations and gave me best hair cut ever. Strongly recommend trying this place. read more

I got a voucher for The Cutting Room from Buytopia, and ended up scheduling my husband in for a hair cut as well. We were both EXTREMELY pleased with both the customer service and skill level. Connie, the Master Colourist, gave me a fantastic ombré hair colour (that I LOVE), that was complemented by a great hair cut by Lena. Will definitely be returning in the future. read more

This place is incredible! I went in today for highlights and a trim and was blown away by the professional yet friendly and down to earth stylists! It's a comfortable environment and Connie and Lena were so kind to me. They both listen but also have amazing advice. I left feeling totally satisfied and happy with my new hair! Will definitely be going there from now on! read more

I am also SO glad I found this great salon in Toronto's saturated hair industry. Apart from the salon's quaint feel, the women who work here are the best in the city! It was my second cut with Lena (master stylist) and I am SO HAPPY with the result. We changed the look from my 'old ways' and I couldn't be more pleased. Connie, Master Colourist, knows her stuff! Again, I wanted a change from the old colour and I am thrilled with the change.Feel like a new person. I highly recommend The Cutting Room if you want real experts who take pride in creating the perfect style/colour best suited for you. No fakes here. read more

This place is absolutely amazing and the hair stylist was fantastic! She gave me an amazing look, keeping into consideration whatever i had told her. i went on a day when there wasn't any rush, so no issues with waiting or anything. And all the people who work there are very sweet and they ensure you feel comfortable and relaxed. I will definitely go back to The cutting room! read more

I had a phenomenal time with Connie and Lena, getting my hair done here for the first time a few months ago and waited to submit my review to give my cut and color the chance to grow out. I am extremely pleased with how my hair has held up and grown out, and am delighted to give The Cutting Room 5 stars. New to the city, I scoured reviews for the best salon in the city as I needed a tricky color correction. Over and over in the comments of a top ten list, I found people wondering why The Cutting Room had not been selected. Connie and Lena both hail from Civello, considered an institution, and had opened their own shop. My experience was totally wonderful and easy: I called, Connie herself picked up almost right away, and had a spot for me the same week on the evening of my choice. Coincidentally, as I arrived by Uber and wandered around looking for the salon, Connie happened upon me in the street and walked me in personally. I know, you just can't ask for that kind of service. The salon felt like a safe space. Getting my hair done scares me. I lack the vocab to articulate what I want. "Make me look like Jennifer Aniston or Gisele Bundchen" is the best I can do. Translated, this means natural and sun-kissed, gorgeous and low-maintenance. I do not blow dry. My hair has got to do what it is going to do by itself and look great. I trusted Connie and Lena instinctively, and was not disappointed. Both Lena and Connie took hours with me. I felt amazing and loved my color and my cut, and the experience of just hanging out with the girls of the Cutting Room was wonderful. I felt like I was hanging out with friends. Everyone (hopefully) walks out of the salon looking like a million bucks, but in the following days and weeks the quality starts to show and fast (especially on me, with zero talent for doing anything with my own hair). My roots have grown in and the color has faded a bit, naturally as it has been a few months, but the placement of the blonde is such that I don't feel that I lack elegance, and the cut is still looking great. Connie and Lena are magicians. Make an appointment, you won't be sorry! read more

Love these guys - they get it right every single time. My expectations are always exceeded!!

You cannot imagine how delighted I am to have found The Cutting Room with a master stylist and a master colourist who make me look like I just came from the most expensive studio ever. But it isn't expensive it is just really, really good. I have naturally curly hair that most stylists try to style but never quite make the grade throwing up their hands and say the curls do what they want to do. But Lina snips them into place and they stay perfectly styled for weeks and Connie does her magic with colour that complements and highlights the curls. And I delight in the complements I get from friends, and family. Love, love, love this place. read more

I love this place! I wouldn't trust anyone else to dye my hair! Great cuts too!

The partial highlights Connie gave me at this great salon are some of the best I've ever had done - they look natural, work with my skin tone, and I love them! Would highly recommend this salon, reasonable prices for high quality hair 'dos! read more

I recently switched to the Cutting Room from a bigger chain salon and have been totally pleased. I see Connie for highlights and Lena for cut. They are both wonderful and incredibly focused on the details. Every time I see them, they make sure that I am 100% satisfied with both colour and cut. Their prices are reasonable, and I am paying less than I did at the past salon. I have been completely satisfied there and highly recommend it. read more

I've been here twice - it definitely would be more if I lived in Toronto! The first time I had my hair cut by Lena. I have very thick hair and lots of it - it can end up looking all sorts of horrible with someone who doesn't know what they're doing. Lena did a great job and gave me a simple style for a wedding I was attending that evening. The second time I wanted to book a colour and cut, but unfortunately I was running late and only had time for the colour. I was convinced that I wanted a full colour, just for a change, but colourist Connie convinced me that highlights were the way to go. She was right! I have usually stayed away from highlights because I find they almost always look unnatural (this could be because I live in Ottawa and see a lot of women from Gatineau...). I shared this fear with Connie but she reassured me that she would make them as natural as possible. She did a half head of foils, but she made the colour strands so small that she must have put in 60+ foils. I swear, some of the coloured pieces had only 10 strands of hair. The finished product looked great! It was so subtle that many people didn't notice I had gotten highlights (perhaps some people would be upset about this - but it was exactly what I wanted!). On top of the great service, both times the salon took me as a walk in! I will definitely be going back next time I'm in town. read more