Gatsby Salon
Reviews
This is a very well managed and clean establishment. The folks here are friendly and really provide great service. The thing I like most is that everything from the flooring to the ceiling is new and well kept. I can't stand walking into a salon that looks like it's falling apart. My receptionist recommended Maria as my stylist (my first time) and she's great. I'm so happy I've found "my stylist".
I love the Gatsby Salon! The staff is very polite and friendly. I've never walked out disappointed!
I have been going to Gatsby for years! They could not be nicer or more professional. I am always getting compliments on my color and cut by Marzana! It is worth every penny you pay to have your hair done here!
I am a man with a professional hair cut; it isn't short, but it isn't long. I went to Gatsby because I knew they were around the corner, because of the show Jerseylicious. To be honest, if I spend $52 on a haircut (not including tip), this haircut should be PERFECT! However, the stylist left my above-ear area completely uneven. On one side I had an even arch. On the other, it looked like a Gothic Cathedral's archway... I left a $0 tip and have not returned. I wish I paid this much for two bad haircuts instead of one. Sorry, Gatsby, but you aren't worth the dime (or $52) you cost... I am sorry to the owners that they don't have a good business, but they are sub-par for a $20 cut, let alone a $52 cut... Good luck in your next venture, owners...
I am new to the area and learned of Gatsby as I drive by it daily on my way to work. I wasn't interested in driving an hour to my old salon and really hopeful that I would find one I love in the neighborhood--sadly, this isn't it. When I made my appointment, I was taken aback that they require you to put down a 50% deposit on service for new clients. It's ok with me to do it--but I just think its a bit odd--and isn't such a welcoming start to a new relationship. Upon arriving, the receptionists were rude. "what's you name?" "She's not ready, sit down." I'm not looking for a red carpet, but c'mon, a little welcoming is nice. I then proceeded to wait 43 minutes AFTER my appointment time for my stylist to be ready. Not once did the stylist, the receptionist, or anyone say a word to me. I've never had that experience--normally someone would explain she's running behind. When my stylist finally got to me, she was abrupt and short--didn't seem interested in my needs at all. Her demeanor was if she couldn't care less. She sat me down to have my hair washed--which was the best part of my experience. The shampoo girl was the only one that was polite and engaging--though, the shampoo job wasn't great as I had to ask several times for her to stop burning my head with such hot water. Once the cut was done, it was clearly un-even. My stylist was prepared to let me get up and go--and I had to say something--3 times, before the style was even remotely presentable in public. I paid, what I believe to be a reasonable price--about $30 less than what I pay at my old salon. BUT--I got what I paid for--a unwelcoming staff, a sub-par-cut, and frustration that lingered all day. Now, I'll be booking my appointment at Salon Concrete in Red Bank--well worth the drive to have a staff treat you with respect, and a cut that you'll not have to question. That's worth the extra money and a drive. Lesson learned--The Gatsby isn't worth your time or $$.