Scream: A Barbershop

Scream Barbershop in Ballard is CLOSED!
After visiting the Capitol Hill location back in July, I was excited to visit this location closer to home. But it was not meant to be.

This is where I used to get my hair cut… before my stylist left and the new one gave me this truly abysmal zebra-​striped bob-​on-​top-​of-​bob. It was so terrible, I have never even considered going back.
(See my review of Haven for how that got fixed… it’s a wonderful place a few blocks from Scream, and they just reduced their prices — though not to Scream’s levels.)
It gets two stars because I liked the stylist I had before OK (nothing stellar, but it worked), and hey, it’s really cheap. Otherwise I’d probably go with one.

Jade rocked it out! First haircut in a long time to elicit so many compliments. I’ve sent several friends to her and they have all been pleased. She is highly skilled and capable of super conservative to punk rock styles! Won’t be spending $ 200 at a fancy salon any time soon :) Met the owner too and she was very warm and personable.

Personally I always feel a little out of place when getting my hair done at a fancier salon, its not like that at Scream. I have been here twice now for color/​cut by Meggie. If you want «alternative» hair she is THE lady to see in Seattle. Something as vague as «kind of animé, bold pink, some black, with bangs» turned into a beautiful color/​haircut. Also, $ 100 is a bargain for this kind of color/​style. I paid $ 225 previously at another salon for something that didnt look as good. My bf gets his hair cut here when I do and it always looks great! The stylists can be kind of crass/​loud, but you’re gettng your hair done at a placed called Scream, what do you expect?

I went to scream for a full foil and haircut after I saw my cousins adorable hair done here. Heather was my stylist, she was friendly and receptive. Because I had the first appointment of the day, she and I were the only ones there for the first 30 – 45 minutes. Another stylist showed up and was working on her client and she and Heather started talking about Heathers client from the night before and how it took way too long and the women was hard to deal with etc… I felt like this was shop talk for lunchtime and I didn’t need to be hearing it. The part that really pissed me off was when Heather was washing my hair and the owner of Scream came in with different hair products to show Heather. They were blabbering right over my head and the owners dog was sniffing my crotch. I nervously tried to push the dog away. I was happy with the job heather did, but the overall professionalism is just not there. I was made to feel like chopped liver, even though my bill was over $ 100. I just went to BaBaLouise and was VERY impressed, much much better.

I have unpredictable, mind-​of-​its-​own curly hair. I’m always nervous about getting my hair cut because it seems that most stylists only have straight hair in mind. Much to my relief, my hair looks fabulous after a very affordable cut at Scream. The stylist, Nigel, was super cool. He listened to what I wanted and I got a cut perfect for my curly mop. The other stylists and receptionist were very friendly. I honestly can’t wait to go back!

I don’t usually like the way my hair looks after a haircut and have often opted to cut it myself. I’ve gotten my hair cut by a couple of different ladies here and each was talented and friendly. The price is right too.

A nice cheap place for a real haircut by a real person who you can go back to again and again. You might not find the right match right away but once you do you’ll be glad you can make an appointment, unlike most other place at this price level

Staff was friendly enough. Price was fine.
Bottom line: haircut was bad. Very, very bad. «Six-months-later-and-I’m-still-recovering» bad.
Not going back.

I live about 2 blocks away so maybe I’m partial, but every single hair cut I’ve ever gotten here is magnificent. It helps to bring in a photo or at least have some good direction I’ve found. If they have that to go on, then you’ll always be happy.
What I really enjoy is that the hair cut always grows out really well too and I’m not the kind of person that maintains a hair cut. Every 6 mo. I’ll get a bug up my butt to do something completely different and so I go to Scream.
The staff can be a bit cold, but I’ve also had some that are great conversationalists as well. I like the music they play and the ambience… which isn’t fancy, but that’s what I like. Its as if you stopped at your buddy’s house for a quick trim. In and out!
Also, the prices are amazing for the service you get!
You can usually walk in and get an appt. right away or within the hour for the most part which rocks when you live 2 blocks away!

This salon has good prices. The staff is not warm or friendly. When I went in the hair dresser she seemed like she did not want to take me for a haircut, then she didn’t even want to bother washing my hair. This is the Ballard location. The staff there needs to realize lots of different kinds of people live in Ballard and if they don’t get to dye your hair blue you still might tip them and you are paying for a service. When you are not nice to new walk-​ins then they will take their money some where else. Also the place was so dirty, hair was every where, I want to call the state board on them. Totally unsanitary. I would never go back to this place.

I got a fabulous (!) haircut here. I was so happy. And I get all sorts of compliments. «Hey, you actually look nice now». «Hey, your hair is nice now.»
So, if you’re ISO backhanded compliments, cheap haircuts, and hilarious ladies, you should try Scream.
Notes: I got my hair cut by Heather.

I’m an idiot… I’ll be the first to admit it… I attempted to cut my own hair and _​_​_​_​_​ (fill in the blank). So, to fix it up properly, I went to my old standby here in Seattle– Scream.
Now, I must admit– I like to BS when I’m getting my haircut and I don’t think it’s too much to A: expect some BS in return, B: get what I want. Anyone can cut hair, right? Except for me. Well, the folks that I used to regular with (Jody and Jenny where are you?) have apparently long left the establishment. The lady who fixed my hair did a good job– but she looked like she was coming off a serious hangover and was somewhat annoyed that I had come in to get a haircut… well, I DID do half the work lady. But, I digress. I shall return to Scream, because I am a glutton for punishment… oh woe is me.
Update 4÷17÷08: I have found my gal at Scream– Judy rocks… the right amount of BS and always a good cut to boot. She helped me to get a job by fixing me up purdy. Thanks Judy

Judy Yoon at Scream Barbershop in Ballard has been dyeing and cutting my locks for a while now. When I first started seeing her, she took a look at my overprocessed, orangey, randomly cut hair and forbade me from ever messing with my own hair again.
It was the best thing I’ve ever done for my hair – she always does such a good job! See for yourself on my profile photo!
Thanks, Judy – you’ve effectively weaned me off DIY haircoloring and haircutting.

I’m not one to haircut lightly, but I don’t like to spend a fortune. And for the most part the way I style my hair is easy if you know what you are doing. I have been a Rudy’s patron for years; instead of following my gut and hitting up the Ballard location I decided to try Scream. It looked good enough at the shop but once I got home I noticed that the sides were not even. I returned to have that fixed but now they are too short. I’ll have to let it grow out for a couple of months and then have the people at Rudy’s fix it.

Scream kicks Rudy’s butt. First of all, there is virtually no wait! And the haircuts are better– they remember you. Rudy’s is nothing but a high priced Supercuts– LONG wait (always) and marginal haircut.

I think it’s already been mentioned but there is no reason to go to Rudy’s when you can go to Scream. (Guess I should write a review about Rudy’s now too.) It’s the same price as Rudy’s. The hairdressers actually have appointment books so you can actually develop a relationship with them. Did I mention the appointment book? No waiting!
In terms of the cut? Well, my hair is easy so I’m not a good judge. But the experience is good, and the people rock.

Much like Rudy’s, this is the place to go if you want a cheap haircut on short notice. The people are nice enough and I’ve never had anyone screw up my hair, but I wouldn’t expect to walk in and have anything really amazing happen. Next time, take a moment to make an appointment at Zero Zero for truly amazing haircut for the same price.

Scream is a truly great indie salon. In spite of the pseudo-​punk façade and the random (heavy on the metal) music on the stereo, the talented stylists will make you look super pretty if that is your heart’s desire. The prices aren’t too bad either.

As good or better than Rudy’s (for women). Surprisingly versatile services for a «cheap» salon, and a few hairdressers who can take the vaguest descriptions and turn it into a lovely haircut.