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San Francisco's premier full service salon
Barberia is a member of Salon Today Top 200 Salons in the Country and one of the fastest growing salons in the nation. "Salon Today magazine recognizes Barberia's success and commends its owner for providing outstanding service to clients and a positive work environment for its staff." --Stacey Soble, Editor-in-ChiefSalon Today Magazine.Barberia now offers the Brazilian Blowout - the newest technique for hair straightening. Absolutely non damaging relaxer, completely transforms the texture of the hair.
5.0 of 5 stars.
I truly love this place! I find that it's very difficult to find a great salon since most females will tell you that they are very picky with the way their hair looks, and rightfully so since it's a...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Keep going and always pleased! Thanks for always making me look great!
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Let me just say, TJ is the best!! He is the only person I have ever found that can read my mind & when he's finished with my hair, it is always EXACTLY what I wanted, even though I'm terrible at...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I started going to Barberia about three years ago and saw TJ my first visit when he was just starting there (his dad owns the place, which explains why he's a pretty good stylist). I've since had my...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My first haircut ever was at the Barberia by Terry himself. My parents were loyal customers and it was always a very welcoming environment for me growing up. I am sure having a kid in the way is not...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I used to come here for years, but I finally decided to give up and walk away after all the emotional anguish I was suffering through after every haircut and highlight I had here.My first time here...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been going to the Barberia and to Madeline for about 2 years now. My last stylist was in So Cal and I was with her for 7 years, so I needed to find someone who I could have a long term...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I adore Terry! I found him after 23 inches of my hair fell out with a bad bleach job at another salon, not only did he give me a stellar haircut he fixed the color and I have been with him ever since!...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went to TJ for a Brazilian Blowout Cut. and I went to Irene for color I think every woman who has unruly hair should go to TJ he is magical! He also fixed a horrible haircut that I got previously at...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Where do I begin? My first time with Liza was amazing! I have had so many bad experiences with mediocre hairstylists. I am so picky with my cut and color. I absolutely HATE it when my hair is screwed...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
She's baaaaaaaaack!!!! Oh I am just so happy! Just got my hair done with Antonia... luv it, of course!!! Always a delite sitting in her chair, she lightened my hair from very dark brownish red (yeah,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to three hair stylists here: Antonia, Lan and Mimi.Mimi is my usual hair dresser - I've been coming to see her for six or so years and she always does a BEAUTIFUL job with highlights. She...
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've gone to this place a couple times. I haven't really done any huge changes to my hair, but every time I go I receive great service. I usually get my hair done with Jackie she's cool, talkative and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Since this salon is close to my home I have gone a couple of times and tried different stylists. I like the vibe and energy of the place but received mediocre cuts (except by Mia who gave me one of...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
These 5 stars are entirely dedicated to Antonia. After 12 years of growing and cutting my hair for donation (4 rounds!), I realized I needed to color my hair and move on to a real hair style....
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2009
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I have been a customer at Barberia for many years and have always received excellent cuts, color and service. My most recent appointment was last minute - I asked to be fit in just before the holidays....
citysearch.com - user review - 01/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It's a mixed review for Barberia. I've been to Antonia several times. The first time was great! 2nd time was so so. 3rd time was horrible! I next tried Liza, it was even worse. For the next...
yelp.com - user review - 12/18/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
UPDATE: I have decided against going back to Barberia for a couple reasons. I always feel rushed here...there always seems to be another person already waiting or popping in or just behind me on the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My family and I go to the Barberia for many years and we NEVER get disappointed. Our stylist is Liza and she's just great!!
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
In college I decided to go blonde. After graduation I couldn't bear the thought of driving 1.5 hours to go see my stylist. She was great but I just couldn't do it. After trying a few salons in the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yes, I'm a big fan and of Leonard who cuts hair here. Leonard is great, personable and the front desk service is very friendly and attentive. You pay more for a man's haircut but it's worth it for...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I used to get my hair cut here many years ago. recently I was in desparate need for a hair cut last minute, so I called knowing that they would be likely to fit me in, which they did.Irene was my...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I grew my hair out off and on for over 6 years. I didn't particularly want long hair...just couldn't find anyone that could handle a short, precision cut with style. And folks, with three kids I have...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i LOVE LIZA!!!She is by far one of the best stylists in that place. Tj is great for cuts too! Liza actually cares about the health of my hair. She doesn't just put in highlights and let it fry and I...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
4.5 starsWe live in the neighborhood across the street from the plaza where this salon is located. I heard about it from my friend who has been going to Ling for many years. I have been looking for a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2008
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I visit Barberia regulary and am always amazed at the cleanliness, professionalism and quality I receive every visit! I see Ling for color and any of the other stylists for cuts. I try to rotate cuts, I can't...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/04/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I didn't know this was formerly an Aveda salon. They do sell Aveda products, but the lady who cut my hair said they got removed from the approved Aveda salon list because they have and sell their own...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Would not return! I went in with long hair and told one of the head stylists I had read good reviews and trusted anything in her hands that would look good with my face. She ended up chopping beyond...
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Just to preface this: I have been a long time client of Barberia's and haven't any issues with them. However, my experience last week has made me decide to terminate my relationship with them.I went...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is expensive for me but the best one so far.I have spend ~$70 on salon in redwood shores and next day i had to go to Ling to fix my hair.she understands my personality and overall style and based...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I decided to try Barberia because of their good reviews and lower prices when you combine services also because my stylist changed her hours and it had become difficult for me to see her. I am happy...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I saw this salon had a lot of great reviews and decided to try it after my girl that I loved left Atelier Aveda on Santana Row. I made my appt for a Saturday even though I saw some people said it was...
yelp.com - user review - 12/28/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Hands down, this is probably the worst salon I've ever visited. And I've been to many--top rated/magazine featured salons in San Francisco and Los Angeles, trendy boutique salons and everything in...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have been going to Barberia for 6 years now. After moving to the bay area from upstate NY, I had to find myself a good hair salon that offered a good cut as well as good color. After one failed...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Maybe I am just getting old but happened to the beauty shops? Beautitians are now stylists and hipper than ever. I miss the days when I could go in and get a hair cut, have a few laughs and walk out...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Very dissapointed. My first appointment was a consult with the owner. I was elated. My former hairdresser (that I loved) left town, and all atempts to locate a decent replacement had failed. Much...
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2007
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Where do I begin? My first time with Liza was amazing! I have had so many bad experiences with mediocre hairstylists. I am so picky with my cut and color. I absolutely HATE it when my hair is screwed up....
citysearch.com - user review - 08/20/2007
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Unlike most of the other reviews, I've tragically despised my parking experience at the Barberia. However, this does not reflect upon the spectacular services rendered at the salon. Approximately every three -...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/15/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
More like 3.5 stars, a little on the pricey side. I like Emilia for tint & highlight and for haircut try Liza. What I like about this place is the scalp massage when they shampoo your hair, very...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This place is really really Hit or Miss and our experiences have mostly been Misses...we finally gave up. One big plus is their extended hours on weeknights so it's doable to make an appointment...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2007
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Where do I begin, I am not hair friendly at all and upon the discovery of Terry DeMarco's Barberia a dream truly came true. It is close enough to where I work to go at lunch and who doesn't want to be pampered...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/28/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I would have to say that in the 15 years that I have had experience with this salon, the range of reviews on the site about it are very accurate. There are some stylists (Antonia and Liza) that are...
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2007
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what can i say? liza is by far a genious of hair color, cut and style. she is a great listener and has the coolest russian accent i have ever heard. she is very straight forward, and does not sugar coat her...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/09/2007
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I have frequented Terry DeMarco's Barberia for over 20 years! In two decades, my hair style and tastes have changed...OFTEN. Countless people have asked me who does my hair. I have referred numerous people to...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/09/2007
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My last week's appointment was a total disaster. I came in for color and cut with Irene. I had to wait for about 20 mins while Irene was finishing with the customer who came before me. Finally, after I got my...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/04/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
After moving to the bay area, I struggled to find a new place to trust with my hair. I had gone to the same guy in Atlanta for seven years and that was going to be hard to replace. Freakish...
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I highly recommend Liza!!! She is an expert colorist, and I frankly disagree with another reviewer about her skill as a hair cutter--I always end up with fabulous, manageable hair (and everybody keeps...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2007
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When I moved back home from college four years ago I went to several different places on the peninsula and in san francisco. I have medium to dark brown hair naturally but blonde compliments me more, so you...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/22/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Very rushed and underwhelming services. Each time I come to them I pay the extra for a master stylist because I'm willing to pay the money for a good hair cut and color. Unfortunately, they are...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2007
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After leaving Barberia, I realized it was the first time EVER I was in a good mood after getting my hair done. Typically stylists seem like they don't know how to cut my hair, and I have had a long string of...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
First i had a consultation with the owner,Terry.I wanted to color,highlight my hair and have a hair cut.After talking to Terry i was convinced that he is a professional hairdresser because he listens...
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Liked the cut but hated the color. Took the colorist like 3 hours to make my look exactly the same as when i walked in.
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have been going to Terry's since my first hair cut ever. My brother got his first haircut there too, at the age of two...and I can still remember him crying as Terry cut his hair (he had nothing to...
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2007
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I just went to Barberia (better on week days / crazy busy on saturdays) and had color with Lan who was super friendly and did a great job. Then had a cut with T.J who also was really nice and did a very good...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/20/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Went to Barberia based on the stellar reviews. Maybe I came in with high expectations, but I thought my overall experience was just so-so. They get high marks on having super friendly staff and a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/01/2007
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I am a spa junkie and ex hair stylist. When I moved to the Bay Area a year ago, I tried a bunch of different salons. None got it right except Barberia. I chose Barberia because of the fact that they have two...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/22/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is by far the best salon I have been to in the area. I've been to many high end salons here in CA and in the Miami area. Lisa consistently has given me the best haircuts of them all and I will...
yelp.com - user review - 11/13/2006
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1.0 of 5 stars.
It's an unfortunate thing that you can't give negative stars to a business, because this one deserves a -10! I fairly recently went to have my hair colored at this salon--let me just say that it was...
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2006
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It makes me sick to see how highly recommended this salon is. I had a haircut and highlights done there a year ago and I still feel the urge to inform the public of the horrendous job they did. The stylist...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/16/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I got my hair cut (and colored) by Leonard for about 6 months. His cuts are pretty good, although basic, and the salon's prices are about average for the area. It's a convenient location to my office...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2006
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Went to Barberia based on the stellar reviews. Maybe I came in with high expectations, but I thought my overall experience was just so-so. They get high marks on having super friendly staff and a clean...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/06/2006
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I LOOOOOVE THIS SALON WITH A PASSION! I'VE BEEN CONTINUOUSLY COMING TO THE BARBERIA FOR ABOUT A YEAR NOW AND EACH TIME I GET A CUT, IT'S JUST THE WAY I WANT IT! ASK FOR MIMI SHE IS THE BEST AT WHAT SHE DOES,...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/28/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This has to be one of the worst places I've ever been to. The entranceway is small and congested and feels cramped. The hairstylists (I've had several) range from mediocre to lousy. They never...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2006
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I got there and was surprised at how many stations and people were there! It was a Saturday, but a holiday weekend. I saw Irene who was talkitive, fun and was fine with my roots that I was leaving due to being...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/03/2006
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I'm pretty picky about my hair and I've had great results at Barberia. I've been going to Antonia for two years -- she's great. The staff is polite and Barberia brand hair products are good, as are...
judysbook.com - user review - 07/01/2006
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Barberia has been around forever. I started going there when I was in high school. Heidi is awesome. They even carry Aveda products! They are average priced and all stylists have been through in house...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/26/2006
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plenty of parking, the stylist dont work on commission so they are honest if you need a full highlight or a half highlight or a deep conditioner, etc- they dont push services OR products... not too pricey for...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/12/2006
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I have been going to a highly skill stylist for the past 3 years, located in downtown San Francisco, which is about 65 minutes away from where I live.I was desperately in need of a tram but do not have the...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/01/2006
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I had a haircut from Terry (the founder? of Barberia) and at the time I wasn't very excited by it -- it appeared to do just the opposite of what I liked my hair to do. However, I have long hair and haven't had...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/17/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I'd been here at least a dozen times, and each time I wondered why did I come? Convenience? Yup, that was it but suffice it to say I now drive 30 miles into SF city in order to get a good haircut....
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2006
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My experience at Barberia was above and beyond my expectations. Begining with the friendly reception staff while making my appointment, to the bright and cheerful atmosphere, to the amazing stylists! Everyone...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/17/2006
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This is the best! Worth the drive if you're not from the peninsula, which i'm not. Couldn't get a better cut or color or highlights anywhere and everyone is friendly from the front desk through the shampoo...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/29/2006
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Nice atmosphere, great color (Antionia) and wonderful cut (Terry)! It was a big change for me but overdue. I'm very pleased and am planning on being a regular customer.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/25/2006
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After moving here from Boston about a year ago, I had several color and style disasters despite using highly recommended, extremely expensive salons.I stumbled on Barberia because my wonderful...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/25/2006
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I've searched and searched for a great hair salon and finally found it! I have alwaysbeen thrilled with this salon and the results! The whole staff is wonderful. Special thanks to my hairstylist, Antonia.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/17/2006
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I have been going to Barberia for more than 3 years and have always been treated kindly by a caring staff. Terry, the owner insists on excellent customer service. Staff smile and work hard. You always leave...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/12/2006
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This was my BEST hair experience in the last 5 years! I came into the salon with hair that was horrible damaged from Very Bad cuts and worse color attemps.Location gorgeous and relaxing,by the water.Staff was...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/16/2005
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I got my hair permed at this place and they charged me $85. All I got was the perm (for half a head). They did cut my hair a little bit because it was a little long, but it wasn't a major job. I had to make an...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/11/2005
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I am very happy to have finally found a great stylist -- great with color...great with cut. Liza was a wonderful listener. She told me every step of the way what she was planning on doing with my hair and why....
citysearch.com - user review - 08/25/2005
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The salon staff was very nice over the phone to start a good experience. They called to confirm the apt and when I arrived the stylist was ready for me. She talked to me about my hair and what I wanted first...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/27/2005
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I found out about Barberia on City Search and based on the favorable reviews I decided to check it out. I loved my cut! Thank you Madeline! The entire staff was friendly and made you feel welcome. Thanks again...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/22/2005
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Not only is the salon beautiful, so am I after my new cut and color!! My stylists Madeline and Antonia did a great job and really put alot of thought into what would not only look good on me, but what I would...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/26/2005
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I have gotten my hair done at the Barbaria a number of times and each time I leave very satisfied. The stylists can not only cut and color hair very well but they listen to what I want and are able to answer...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/06/2005
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My stylist at the Barberia gave me a haircut and highlights and everybody I've run into has complemented me on my new look! My stylist was very friendly and attentive, I love my new hair and the price is...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/06/2005
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