My husband and I have been going to Elsa for 14 years. My teenage son has been going to Elsa for a few years too. I have had root touch up, coloring, hair cuts and highlights over the years. My son's hair is very curly and not easy to take care of. Elsa always cuts and styles it well. We love Elsa and her work. She is very considerate of her clients and always checks before using a product. She has always made us feel very welcomed and comfortable. On top of that she is very caring. She is also very fair in pricing. Jay at the workshop also does wonderful work and has a great vibe. I have not personally worked with Jay but I am always sitting next to his clients and I see the quality of his work. read more

I've been going to J for over 20 years now. I will not let anyone but hum touch my hair. J is highly professional, a perfectionist, and efficient. Great vibe at the shop, perfect location, and J and Elsa are awesome people! I've recommended J and Elsa to several friends and family of mine and they all say they are the best stylists they've ever been to. Mad shout out to Shane, too! I highly recommend this place if you want the best cut of your life. Man or woman! Side note, they also have the coolest bathroom ever! read more

Shane is genius. I'd been going to him for awhile, and as I had turned 49 in 2018, I wanted to transition to natural color -yes, gray! I was hoping the transition would be complete by the time I turned 50. Shane and I talked about the best way, and decided to go all-out 80s!! Due to the growth pattern, and the fact that I couldn't "deal" with the roots - we did a throwback, graduated Bob with one side pixied. Loved it! Pure genius! read more

Workshop - Hair Salons Near Me - Los Gatos, California

We love the attention we get there. They're so attentive to our needs. We both always get compliments on our hair. We highly recommend the Work Shop! read more

I think the fact that I still drive from San Francisco down to Los Gatos to get my hair cut is a testament to how great this place is. Elsa's been cutting my hair for a few years now, and I get compliments all the time. She's been very good about listening to my weird ideas of what my head should look like, and done her best to make those ideas reality (and usually better than what I dreamed up). I've sent at least two other people there! The hour I'm there is always non-stop talking and laughing. Elsa and Jay are great, fun people, on top of being top-notch hair professionals! read more

Elsa is a goddess with cuts and colors... even when I tell her to just suggest something or to surprise me (yes, I trust her THAT much) I always walk out so happy and loving my hair. I always get awesome compliments on my hairstyles. Jay is great too, and a bit of a perfectionist, though it's a good trait to have when you're cutting people's hair :) Fun Fact: Jay can, and will, cut any sort of mohawk or mullet that you want! read more

J is the best there is out there for getting an awesome hair cut!! Not only is he my amazing brother he still cuts my hair!! elsa is also the best out there for getting an awesome hair dye!! not only is she my amazing sister in law she still colors my hair you guys rock!!! read more

As I read the other reviews, I too have been going to J for 10 years! J knows my hair very well and won't go to anyone else. He does quality work and really takes his time to make sure he gets it right. I hear the same for Elsa and Shane. Nothing but compliments on their work. I've seen Elsa's work with cuts and color and her clients always look great after leaving her chair. The same with Shane. I get my hair colored with Shane and he's always done a great job. I've always been happy with the outcome. If anyone out there is looking for a good place for a cut/color, this is the place to go. You won't be disappointed with anyone there! read more

J has been cutting my hair now for so many years I've lost track! He is the best...a genius with bangs and I love how he always gets my hair so straight and silky. Elsa is awesome with color - I get so many compliments on the purple highlights she gave me I can't bring myself to get rid of them! Always great conversation, lots of laughs and new and interesting things to see every time I go in (especially in the bathroom!). read more

Been a client of J's for years - Cool atmosphere, good stylist, good vibe. Strong reccomend on the entire staff as I have gone to Elsa and Shane when in a pinch. read more

Basically-- If you want to go somewhere and NOT worry about getting your hair messed up- you go to Elsa and J. They'll give you an amazing cut and keep a smile on your face. And if you need some color-- never fear Elsa will surely save the day! Been going there for years.. and will continue to do so! read more

J has been cutting and styling my hair for more than 10 years - he does a fantastic job and I always look great when I emerge. J is also super easy going and fun to chat with. The environment at Workshop if fun, light hearted, and caring. On a scale of 1 to 5, it's a 6+++ ! read more

J has been cutting my hair for over 15 years and I can't envision anyone else cutting my hair. J has also been very accommodating when I needed to change my appt time at the last minute. Well worth the trip to Los Gatos. read more

Only the best place to go...awesome cut/color. I never worry about what I will walk out with, and always always receive tons of compliments. read more

Jay gives great haircuts! I really can't express this enough. I have short hair and he always cuts it exactly right. Even if I don't have a great idea of what I want he cuts it long and says "we can always go shorter." Jay and Elsa have a really nice place with a cool ambiance. It's not posh, and you won't find pretentious folks here. Just a cool spot with some great hair stylists. read more

Go! My husband and I have been going to J and Elsa for several years. They are talented friends and I cannot imagine going anywhere else. I always get exactly the color and cut I want from Elsa. You won't be disappointed. Go! read more

Jay and Elsa are the BEST. If you want the best haircut in Nor Cal, then you have to also see them. Or go to someone else, have them butcher your hair, and they go to Workshop to have them fix. Use the Best. Start HERE read more

THEY GET YOUR HAIR DID GOOD HERE! I been a client for 4 years and haven't ever had a bad hair cut. The stylists are cool fun people who are great at their craft. They listen and give you what you want. Its not a typical stuck up place you'd expect to see in "Los Gatos" either. My hair is a huge priority and a way of life for me, It even takes me 2 hours to get there and even if i have to take a day off work, I make sure I make my monthly appointment. read more

I have been going to Elsa who co-owns the shop with her Fiance Jay and I love them both... I've actually never gone to anyone else for my cuts, I rarely get my hair colored anymore but she is amazing with color...Ive recommended my sister and friends to her and all have been satisfied... She's great with cuts, and listens to my crazy stories every time I go in.... Her appt book is usually full cause of how awesome she is... Years ago when I was coloring my hair, she did a wonderful job at not turning my hair orange which most stylist tend to do with darkhaird people.... I hate that fake blonde orange look that most girls have... Now days I only get cuts from her and i'm happy I have long hair and she is wonderful....I love the decor in the salon and their choice of music this isn't you're typical los gatos hair salon if you know what I mean...I love this place! read more

Elsa is the best! I highly recommend this salon. I am always satisfied with my cut and color.

I was lucky enough to be introduced to J when I moved to town by my fiancé. I love my hair again after J works his magic. My new friends all compliment me and ask who I go to. Thanks J!! read more

J has been cutting my hair for ten years, and I won't go to anyone else. I have had more styles than I can count in those ten years, and I have never been disappointed. The head massage at the shampoo bowl while watching the disco ball is a great bonus! read more

My husband and I look forward to our haircuts with Jay and Elsa. They are the best! I wouldn't trust anyone else to cut our hair. Jay has been cutting my hair for 10+ years. read more

I went here based on a friend's recommendation and am so glad I did. J. does the most precise bob, and really takes his time to get it right. Shane is a great colorist too. I have friends who go to Elsa and love her as well. It's actually fun to go in there. Lots of laughs and really laid back. Their prices aren't outrageous either, which I really appreciate. read more

Elsa is definitely the best! About 3 years ago I was looking for a new stylist and one of my friends recommended her to me. Actually, I saw my friend and her sister's haircuts and loved them, asked where they went, and found Elsa. Color and cut are always perfect and I have received many compliments on the different hairstyles and color patterns that we've done. I have recommended her and the other stylists (J and Shane) to as many people as I could (My sister see's Shane who fixed her jacked up haircut). Also, whether I'm there for my appointment or just accompanying my sister for her's, I always have so much fun! If you are looking for a fun and talented salon, I highly recommend going to Workshop! read more

J has been cutting my hair for years. His haircuts are always better than any haircut I have received anywhere else.