J Salon & Phil's Barber Shop — Attraction in Honolulu

Heather did an absolutely great job. I’m pretty picky and had some hair color mishaps in the past. She will definitely be my go to in the future. The hospitality by all the staff was top notch. Can’t wait to get a haircut at Phil’s next! Thanks everyone! I’ll be coming back for sure.

The staff at J Salon always makes me feel SPECIAL! I love that about this place. Add to it the exceptional craftsmanship of the Stylists and you get an experience to remember! Thanks again, Heather, Joe, Anthony, and Natalie.

Joe is the best barber on island. Period. Thanks again for the awesome cut.

J Salon is a special place with special people. I love coming here with my sons. Anthony and Jordan did a fantastic job with there haircuts. I love coming here at the end of a busy work week and getting my cut from Joe. Always a great haircut Starts my weekend refreshed with a clean cut. Thanks guys!

I’ve been coming here every week. I love the consistency of Joe’s cut. He definitely is one of the best barbers in Hawaii. Phil’s Barbershop has a lot of awesome, quality products as well. What sets this barbershop apart from the rest is the attention to detail. The little things add up. A must experience for any man!

I love seeing this dynamic duo!! Heather and Joe, you 2 are awesome!!

Cody and Curren love coming here and getting there awesome cuts!

Awesome! Joe is the best barber in Hawaii. Period. Highly recommend seeing him and find out for yourself. Thanks again my friend for cutting my son’s hair. Twinning. Lol.

Monét is awesome!

After not getting haircuts at all during this COVID-19 lockdown. I really appreciated getting a professional cut from Phil’s Barber Shop. Joe, Monet, and Stephanie are awesome. I always feel pampered and treated well when I come to J Salon. My boys love it too. Finally, I think I found someone that can cut my son Curren’s Hair. Great job Steph!

Thanks Stephanie. Curren loves his haircut. Your his new barber. Sharpen your tools because his hair is crazy. Need a saws all. Lol. Awesome job again.

Thanks Monet. Great cut as always!!

Awesome cut! Thank you very much Stephanie! Phil’s Barbershop has the best barbers on the island.

Steph is one cool chick! And pretty awesome barber!! Me and my sons will be her clients for years to come. I hope she catches her first barrel on the south shore soon.

Awesome barber more awesome person! One of the best barbers on island. In the top 3 GOAT list.

Very accommodating staffing! Always feel welcomed and special when...

When it comes to colored hair I make sure I leave the salon feeling satisfied. Today I had Linda she was a stylist 3 so I expected a lot. She was really sweet she talked about myself and was really caring. We discussed about the red that I wanted and proceeded on with the service. During the wash house experience water had run down my back, for some of you who know those bowls can be uncomfortable. The color started burning my scalp because I was sensitive to it but Linda was right on it to fix the solution. When we came out of the wash bowl I was concerned the roots weren’t matching the overall hair color I brought up the concern but I didn’t get much of a response. I wasn’t sure if it was the lighting but the roots looked brighter than the whole head, the assistant agreed. Now for the assistant Wayne he used a smooth iron to a 400 degree temp which I know my hair does not like I mentioned it’s frying my hair and that it needs to be anywhere from 350-380 he changed it. The way he smooth irons he sections very neat but there was zero conversation with us I was hesitant to let him know that when you smooth iron you shouldn’t clap the metals together it can get quite annoying but he looked irritated. No one helped me back to the changing room I proceeded to the front and told Linda I was not happy and that I was insecure about the color. Then Joe part owner asked if everything was okay I told him I wasn’t sure if it was the lighting because I think the roots didn’t match and etc. His response was I see a single process all over color and I think you’re just imagining it. And that when I came in the first time I had also complained about my hair. I said no and ok like he didn’t think there was a problem but I didn’t understand why it looked the way it did to him my concern was not a concern. So another stylist tried to help me understand that because we smooth ironed my hair we weren’t able to do the roots so the texture was what I was seeing different, now I appreciated that she took time out of her schedule to reassure me that it was fine I got a little mini...

Im very picky about where I get my hair done. There are a lot of facets to my decision when I’m picking a salon I’m going to stick with. After a lot of shopping around, I found J Salon and I could not be happier! Here’s my breakdown. I hope you find it helpful!

Facility: From the front desk to the waiting area, the little dressing rooms, and the stations, the whole salon feels impeccably clean and very stylish. The salon chairs are comfortable and well-designed (with easily adjustable foot rests!) and the hair washing station is one of the most thoughtfully designed stations I’ve ever seen. No sore neck, no awkward back position! And with all the cute restaurants in the area (and free parking at the Whole Foods across the street) I can’t ever help but make a day of my salon appointments.

Service: The receptionists are always super friendly, professional, and very helpful. Before COVID, they served complimentary cappuccinos with little cookies to waiting clients. I really hope they continue this once the CDC lifts the restrictions, because those cappuccinos were DELICIOUS (and I’m notorious for showing up to my appointments having forgotten to eat something first. Oops). My stylist Melvin listens carefully to what I want from my hair and really delivers. At my first appointment he instantly knew my hair type and fixed my overgrown, sun damaged mess. He also has excellent taste. His recommendations looked incredible in the end. And the scalp massage? Heaven.

Price: This is a luxury salon, so expect to pay more than a mall chain salon. I’ve been frequenting high end salons for years and I can say with great confidence that the prices here are very good for the service you get. Everything seems very curated with the clients in mind, and their stylists are very clearly talented and experienced in their craft.

J Salon is an incredible experience and, in my opinion, well worth the price. I’ll definitely be coming back for all of my cuts, coloring,...