Chop Shop

Go and book for ROSALEE!!! She is THE QUEEN OF BALAYAGE or any HAIR COLORING process!!! Before I decided on Rosalee, I Unilocal back and forth and google like million of times, no kidding. I have my long time Japanese hairstylist for hair cut, but for balayage process, I preferred to go somewhere else more professional in achieving this kind of look. Japanese hair coloring is different from western techniques, they are more on hair manicuring than highlights/​balayage/​ombré. It’s just more famous in the western world, to put it short. Asian hair is also very difficult to go lighter with just lightener, not bleach. I’ve done balayage and ombré three times, but always disappointed with the outcome. I’ve been to the top famous hair salon in downtown and other places, but they failed. So, I gave up for a while and stick with box coloring. In 2016 I decided to upgrade my whole look, hehe, new body, healthier diet and of course new hair color. I always go to beach vacation, so going lighter is perfect for my image. Rosalee listened to what I wanted, showed her some pics and she’s very knowledgeable and warm. I am someone who is fashion forward and beauty junky. So, I can tell that she has a lot of experiences in coloring. The moment that she put the toner all over my hair (3^rd process), I know she will nailed it. I paid attention to her techniques invisibly. I truly loves my balayage. It’s naturally sexy, not fake. How many times that I’ve seen Asian girls with gross ugly balayage/​highlights on the streets of SF. eckkk… Rosalee could be a celebrity hairstylist if she was in Los Angeles :))))) The salon is also located in a cute neighborhood. It’s a cross breed of Williamsburg BK and East Village, NY kinda of vibe. I will go back for Rosalee. I don’t like to play around with diff hair stylist when it comes to hair. Once I found one, I will stick with it. Thank you Rosalee. Book her in advance, because she’s only in SF every month for 5 days.

I love this salon! But more than that I love Kristen and her hair expertise! I was more than happy to follow Kristen Matlack to this new super cute, chic little spot. I started going to Kristen about 4 years ago and have never been to anyone else since. I original went to Kristen for color correction as a friend suggested her as the «go to» color specialist. This was before my wedding and Kristen had to salvage a pretty terrible ombré job. She did an amazing job and my brunette hair never had such depth and richness. Over the years I am continually impressed by her technique, professionalism and genuine care that I walk out of the salon with hair that I love. She is a bayalage and layering pro and manages to turn my pretty stick straight boring brown hair into something special. More recently she’s been helping me with early greys with this stained glass technique that grows out sooooo well. If you are looking for a true professional to help you look fabulous, go to Kristen, she’s the best!

I’ve been a client of Kristen Matlack’s for years now, and I followed her when she moved to Chop Shop. Kristen is a super-​talented stylist, and this salon is beautiful, clean, and relaxing. Kristen does amazing cuts AND color. She’s also mega-​stylish, sweet, and creative. I’ve gone to her with specific photos of styles, and she’s done an amazing job adjusting them to work for me. I’ve also gone to her having NO ideas, and she’s come up with great ideas for me. I have sort of wavy/​curly hair, and Kristen has helped me work with my hair texture instead of against it! If you’re looking for a chill, friendly, professional stylist, she’s your girl.

After 5 years of living in SF and looking for a good hair stylist… I have finally found my forever stylist!!! Chops off 6 inches and colors me blonde and I don’t even flinch! Balayage queen! I recommend Rosalie for a color, cut, or if you need advice on a major hair chair:)

Jen DeFiglio is the best! She knows what she is doing, will give direct attention to what you want and be directive with what will look best! My go to lady in the city!

I have been going to see RosaLee for the past 2 years now. I followed her from another salon. She is absolutely talented. She actually listens to you, friendly, and easy to talk too. I have done highlights, to ombré/​baylage, then went to a burgundy hair color, and also to chopping off my hair (12 inches !). Each and every time has turned out beautiful! I highly recommend her and this salon. Everyone who works here is friendly! Nothing but good energy here!

Joel has been cutting my hair for almost 10 years, I have followed him through every salon move and he is worth it! I have always had wonderful, stylish haircuts from Joel. He is experienced and truly talented, my very straight hair shows mistakes and I have never had a bad cut from Joel. It always looks sleek with nice layers. He listens, makes great suggestions, is consistent, I walk out looking great, and the cut grows out beautifully. He also does color in a subtle way that hides the gray. Joel is also a wonderful person, warm, caring, easy to relate to. I trust him with my hair, which means a lot to me! I like the atmosphere and location of his new salon, chop shop, a cute friendly neighborhood place. Highly recommend Joel!

Rosalie is amazing here I made a big change with my hair and was nervous she did like 2 or haircuts on me until I got the one that I wanted and she’ll really work with you there amazing and so friendly

Mora is the one for curly girls! I have short to mid-​length naturally curly hair and went to see her on a curly friend’s recommendation… and I was super-​pleased with my results! She is trained in the DevaCurl method and completely understands the specific challenges of curly hair. She took her time evaluating my curl pattern and gave me a sweet cut that showcases my curls and looks current without being too trendy.
It’s the first time I’ve left the salon feeling and looking great, without the need to go home and redo my curls.
Highly recommend Mora to any curly girl!

Joel has been doing my hair for the past 3 years and I always come out of the salon feeling like a million bucks! I have very persnickety hair, but he has a very clever sense about the best look. He’s also a lot of fun and I always look forward to getting the perfect look with him. Joel is an absolute darling!

Jenn DeFiglio is the best hairdresser I have every had – and this is a long career of trying various ones. I was so happy to have found her after she made the good move from Salon Alta to the Chop Shop.
She is amazing. I have VERY difficult hair – it’s ethnic hair (I’m half Egyptian) yet she really took the time to get to know how my hair works and what would work with it. I really wanted highights but every other hairdresser had told me my hair was too fragile. Not Jenn. She knew just how to do it and now my hair is so vibrant, with so much dimension. And that’s not her only skill (color). She knows how to cut every kind of hair – but particularly curly hair, such as mine. If that weren’t enough, she is also really works that hairdryer for a good blow out, which she tops off with shiny waves from her straight iron.
I also want to mention that my PREVIOUS hairdresser, Joel Messerer is also at the Chop Shop. He’s barely second to Jenn – in fact, was my stylist for many years. I can easily switch between the two.
Not only is Jenn a really great hairdresser, she’s a phenomenal person who over the years has become a friend. I just can’t say enough good things about her. I always walk out of her salon feeling happy and beautiful. If you want the best style of your life-​see Jenn at the Chop Shop. If she’s not available, you will be in equally good hands with Joel.

After trying many different places and hairdressers, Joel gave me the best haircut I have ever had! I have been visiting Joel since 2012 and never went anywhere else ever since.
He is very precise and detail oriented and he will deliver the best haircut in the exact way you want it!

Omg I just walked in here and they were able to see me right away. Jennifer is great and so worth the 85 for her haircuts. I went into my work just to show off my new hairdo and everyone thought I recolored my hair too! Love her work. I’m a regular now. ;-)

Jenn (Jennifer DeFiglio) has been cutting my hair since I first moved to San Francisco over 6 years ago. I have had many different people cut my hair over the years and have never had anyone more caring, attentive, and professional than Jenn.
My hair is thick and wavy — curly, depending on the day. Most hair dressers have struggled with that but Jenn has taken then time to get to know my hair and no matter what style I have asked for she has always been able to make it look great.

Just got my first cut at Chop Shop. Rosalee was my stylist and not only am I thrilled with my cut, but I had a really pleasant experience. I’ve been to quite a few salons in the city over the last 3 years and this was the first one I’ve been to where I felt entirely at ease. It’s not a super fancy high traffic salon, in fact it’s quite calm — which is a rarity in and of itself in this city. If you’re looking for a very capable, cool, down-​to-​earth stylist — look for Rosalee. :)

Mora is an artist! My hair was super long, really dry and dull. Mora snipped away at it and turned it into a beautiful thing; all pretty layers, using my already existing highlights and cutting it where it shows it off perfectly. My hair looks healthy and awesome!
Chop Shop overall has such a great vibe. You feel comfortable and immediately welcomed by all the stylists.
I definitely found a new salon! Yay!

I was going to the basic slash and dash chains for too long and was walking down my block one Saturday afternoon… There was the Chop Shop…
Let’s give it a try.
Glad I did!!!
Review in a nutshell:
Atmosphere: Welcoming and friendly.
Stylist: Engaging, listened to what I wanted.
End result: Terrific!!!

Mora gave me the best hair cut I’ve ever had in my life! I have very long curly hair and I have not been able to find anyone who can listen to want I need, give me a great hair cut and send me off feeling pretty. I can seriously say I’ve been to some the best salons in SF who specialize in curly hair and none of them have come close to Mora’s magic. I also can’t forget to mention that she’s a wonderful person!
Thank you for giving me the best hair cut ever!!!

I’ve been a client of the Chop Shop for over 12 years, first with Lisa K. (who is now enjoying being a stay-​at-​home mom and has left hair styling for the moment at least), and in the past two years with California W. I wouldn’t be returning every 8 weeks if I weren’t totally satisfied with the color, cut, and service I receive at every single visit. This is a low key salon with a very relaxed and comfortable vibe. The stylists are very experienced and accomplished. I have a lot of baby fine, totally straight hair is very challenging to cut properly. It is challenging to get right because, unlike some curly hair, it shows every snip, and the stylist has to be meticulous and patient with her scissors. Both Lisa and California handle my hair perfectly.
I’ve seen the results of other styling for other clients, and they are as capable with other types of hair — thick, curly, long, short, men, women. They can sometimes take drop ins (never hurts to check) but I always make my next appointment before I leave, because they can get busy, and it takes close to two hours to do my color and cut. I don’t want to miss out on my regular hair tune up!
I encourage you to give this salon a try. They’ve been in business for 16 years. They must be doing something right. I know they are!

Another gem of the neighborhood, California (or Cal) cut my hair today and it’s great!
Easy going, down to earth, asks all the right questions to give you the cut you want. She’s great, glad to have my new stylist just across the street!