Chris Nicholson Salon and Spa

Terrible Experience! Initially I had a consultation and provided pictures and instructions. 1st appointment - color ok but hair cut was not as I requested. 2nd appointment a week later to get the cut better. Haircut was still not what I requested and it was like I had two different cuts going on. 3rd appointment a week later with a different person. I showed this person my photos and provided instructions on how to cut the back. This was a disaster cut. Way too much hair cut off the back and little highlights remaining in back from the 1st appointment. Salon’s solution is a $20 salon credit since there is nothing they can do about the color in back now because it is way too short. I will not be back in this salon and allow another person there to touch my hair with a pair scissors. If they cannot do what I requested, I would have preferred they tell me and then I would have gone somewhere else. Now I’m out money and hair. I am very unhappy with this salon and will not be return or recommend. more

When you walk in the doors you are greeted by friendly people who check you in and offer you a drink. The atmosphere is nice and relaxing. I see Kelly for all my hair needs. She is fantastic and always does a wonderful job. I have been seeing her for 12 years and wouldn't let anyone else touch my hair! more

Upon entering Chris Nicholson Salon i was greeted by the friendly staff at the front desk. My appointment was with Amanda Glynn for a cut and highlight. She was very nice and really listened to what i had to say. My hair came out great and i will definitely be back! more

Well, it looks like ""Paris "" came to town and has her nose out of joint. I have been going to this salon for many years and have NEVER had a bad experience. Sometimes the stylists are more busy than other times, but never have I been slighted in the least. I have always been given prompt attention and made to feel that my desire for my style would be met. By the way, I have my hair colored on every visit and she hasn't missed yet, I get so many compliments on my hair color and I always leave there feeling great about my hair. I do sit on the love seat while she does another client, but I am waiting to process and I do not feel she needs to hover to see if I need coffee, magazine, go to the bathroom - I'm a big girl so I can understand that there are other people who need attention too. So, since I have been there many, many times, I believe that the experience is good and I would recommend this stylist to anyone, BUT you cannot have my appointment time!!!! more

I figured that I would go to this salon since it seemed so highly recommended as since I'm from out of town, it seemed the best choice. Bad decision. Little did I know that the salon stylists work on two customers at once. Total crap. For the prices that they charge, you should at least have the stylists full attention for the hour or so that you're there. I needed an all over color so the stylist looked at it for literally two seconds and went to mix color. She didn't ask what I wanted, if I wanted it the same or different- NOTHING. After she slapped it on, she set me on the loveseat facing her chair while she did another client's cut and style. I sat there with color on my hair for almost an hour. Not one person asked if I needed anything and the stylist did not even acknowledge my presence. Then, when she finally shampooed me and was ready to cut, she had another client sat down in the loveseat across from her chair and proceeded to blab to her the whole entire time without speaking to me at all. My color is crappy- the top is lighter than the bottom and I can see that it's going to wash out after a few washings. The girls at the front desk were snobby and they wouldn't let me use my credit card because I was a first time client??? I had to write a check for the tip instead and they charged me two dollars to do so. What a crappy salon with crappy employees. When I spend 135.00 on a cut and color, I want good service attentive stylists. I got none of that there. I will not be going back and I will not recommend them to anyone. I could've done a better job at home. more

Being new to Atlanta I needed to find someone to cut and color my hair. I found Renee through a coworker, after being disappointed by several other stylists at other salons. She always does a fantastic job and I walk out feeling like a million bucks. She listens to what you want and works with you. so happy to have found her. I am completely devoted. BUT, I have never even met the owner and wouldn't know who he was if I saw him. I guess it's not a big deal, except I think IRS a nice touch if the owner introduces himself to all clients, not just his own. more

After reading reviews on CN salon I made an appointment with the owner Chris. I was greeted by a friendly receptionist who asked if I wanted something to drink. I was then whisked off to get a great shampoo by a nice young lady. I waited for Chris at his chair. After years of sticking with the same stylist in Buckhead, I was hoping I could find one in Kennesaw or Acworth. Boy did I find one! Chris introduced himself and asked me about my hair, my last haircut, and what I wanted. Most importantly, he LISTENED. Chris has lived in Atlanta and grew up here. He is articulate, and extremely likable. He made me feel very much as if I had been his client for a long time. He took his time and gave me an EXCELLENT haircut. I enjoyed the salon, the staff and especially the owner Chris. I will 100% be back and have found myself a new stylist. Pros: Quality Stylists, Modern salon, Price, Friendly staff more

I visited Chris Nicholson Salon for the first time last week. Amanda Glynn was the stylist that cut & highlighted my hair. She did an awesome job. I can say she really listened to me. I have bounced around salons for about a year now looking for a stylist like her. I will absolutely be back and will recommend her to all my friends and family as well. Pros: awesome stylists reasonable pricing Cons: located in front of busy Town Center Mall more

I have lived in Atl for 8 years. I have gone to many upscale salons for highlights and haircuts. I have to say David exceeded my expectations.What a gifted stylist! He did a great job on my highlights and haircut., he was friendly and professional as well. I have been asked by many people where I get my hair done. I would recommend David to anyone who wants beautiful healthy hair. The staff was friendly and everyone made you feel welcome. I was a walk in and this was a great surprise to walk out with beautiful blone healthy hair. Thanks David for your international experience and talent. You made me feel like a new person. I cant thank you enough. Pros: Professional, Friendly, Great Experience Cons: Hard to find. Didnt know salon was there. more

I had been going to James for a couple of years and then he left. He was excellent and I would like to find him again. If any one knows where's he working now, please let me know. Thanks Pros: I was extremely happy with James more

I've had my hair cut/styled by Chris since high school (I'm now 37), and he is always upbeat and fun, and his staff is great! There is always a ""smile"" on the phone when I call for an appointment, and Chris is always good about squeezing me in if I need a cut on-the-fly! Shannon did my last highlights, cute streaks (peek-a-boo's is what she called them) through my hair, and I LOVE them. The salon is always tidy and professional, while the staff is personable and interactive. I think getting my hair washed is one of my favorite parts of a Chris Nicholson Salon visit... that mini scalp massage makes my day!! If this salon was on Ebay, it would have a 100% feedback, and 5 stars all around! Thanks, Chris and your staff, for making me look and feel beautiful! It's not hard to recommend them, because people ask me where I ""get my hair done"" all the time! Pros: Easy parking, professional atmosphere, friendly staff Cons: Barrett Parkway is the ANTICHRIST. more

I was very impressed with the Chris Nicholson salon. Peaceful, serene, adult atmosphere (and as a Mom to young children this is a treat!), and very friendly service from the entire staff. Brenda was wonderful; very knowledgable and attentive. She listened to my concerns and helped me make a decision about a new cut and color - which I LOVE! And the price was very resonable. I left feeling great and will definitely be back - I have found a new salon home! more

I just left the salon. It was my first visit. I WILL be back. It was by far the best experience that I've ever had. The atmosphere is awesome. The conversation was great. Everyone was pleasant and fun. And my hair looks great. I really couldn't ask for more. Pros: Price, atmosphere, everything Cons: Extra charge to withdraw cash for tip more

I could not believe people would write that stuff about Chris. He is not my stylist but he always smiles or waves when he walks past. I love this salon and love the staff. The front desk is amazing! I recently came in and had a very very tiny problem and the lady was all smiles as she helped me. I have seen many diffrent stylist there and I am pleased every time I walk out the door. I will continue to tell all my friends to go here! Thanks for always giving me great services! Pros: Great staff, great color and cut Cons: NONE! more

I have been a client of this Salon for over a decade....once, every four weeks for a hair cut., additionally a minimum of 3 times per year for highlights....that extrapolates to approximately 200 hours of time I've spent at the Chris Nicholson Salon. There are many choices in the area. I chose Chris Nicholson's Salon for their professionalism, talent, and pleasant surroundings. \r \r I have and will continue to recommend this Salon highly. If you are a Mom (or Dad) with children that do not entertain themselves quietly during ADULT situations, please make arrangements for them to be else where. \r \r I have withnessed many children in this salon entertaining themselves quietly. I find the prior negative remarks towards this salon and it's owner to be very self serving and narrow minded. \r \r ""Come On People"" ! Pros: talented stylist Cons: can't think of one thing more

I was present on the day of the baby crying in the stroller too! I was sitting under the dryer on the right side of the salon. And Renee does my highlights and cut. BEST IN TOWN!!!!!!! I as well don't want to go to a salon and pay to have screaming kids around. Its exactly what the woman said with the two kids COMMON COURTSEY. Call and ask when its a slow time during the day so you are not bothering other people. The baby was out of control and she showed no interest in calming the young one down. I love Chris Nicholson Salon and Spa. Its a beautiful salon and amazing stylist. I will continue to stand behind this salon and recommend it to everyone i know... Pros: BEST SALON, STYLIST, SERVICE, EXTREMELY NICE FRONT DESK more

I wonder if the person who wrote the review that Chris screamed at a pregnant lady was even there. I was several seats down that day and can tell you that the lady had a young child with her in a stroller and most likely ruined the experience of everyone getting their hair done that day. When you go to the salon and check in there is a sign asking you to please not bring in children who do not have an appointment. We aren't talking about a baby in a carrier with this lady, it was a toddler who screamed and yelled and threw probably ten toys on the floor as well as covered a 2' X 3' area with so many cheerios that they had to be swept up with a broom. The constant screaming and yelling went on for at least 30 minutes until finally Chris walked over and in a heated but normal voice asked her if she thought that the screaming and yelling was fair to everyone there. She asked what he proposed she do about it and he said she needed to leave. What I think people don't understand is that this is not a place for children...it doesn't look like one nor claim to cater to children. It is a great salon where those of us with kids can go, get a fabulous color and haircut and relax! It is frustrating when you look forward to a great relaxing time to pamper yourself, pay the money that a great haircut cost, then have to listen to a child screaming for almost the entire time you are there. I have many kids myself and love them like nothing else, but I don't take them to places that aren't appropriate for kids and expect everyone else to grin and bear it when they are disruptive. Another thing to note is that the salon was PACKED and you could hear nothing but the child screaming. This is a wonderful salon and I have gone there for years. I told Chris after the woman left that his big mistake was not stopping her at the door when she came in with a stroller. I will continue to go back and appreciate that Chris safeguards my opportunity to go and relax at his salon. Pros: Chris' fabulous talent Cons: on busy Barrett Parkway more

I have been a client of Chris Nicholson for a long time. I have always had top notch service from the time I call to make my appointment, check in at the front desk to getting my hair washed,and of course my great hair cut and color . Chris, the owner does my hair and I wouldn't consider going anywhere else. I was disgusted and appalled by the review from the lady who brought her child in with her for her appointment. I was sitting next to her and her child. She had the poor kid in a stroller the whole time and he threw cheerios and toys all over the place. He whined and screamed the whole time. I have a child and would never even consider bringing him to an appointment. It's not fair to the child much less the other paying customers. The very least she could have done is leave when her child started crying. Instead she made everyone else suffer through it. I pay the extra money to go to Chris Nicholson not only for the a great haircut and color but for the atmosphere. I thought Chris handled the situation as professional as he could have. He has to think of all of the clients not just one. Not to mention, there is a sign at the front counter that request that you not bring your children. I didn't see any other clients that acted as though Chris was rude as some of you stated. I think everyone was relieved that he had enough class and professionalism to address it. If you want to go to a salon that caters to screaming kids and inconsiderate parents, then go get a $5 haircut somewhere. As for the repeated reminder that she is pregnant is also offensive. Being pregnant is not a disability nor is it an excuse to be inconsiderate. Get a babysitter. It's not rocket science. For those of you that want a true spa experience with professional, talented stylists, go to Chris Nicholson Salon and Spa. You won't be disappointed. Pros: Best salon I've ever been too. more

i see renee for highlights and i just wanted to say i think she is wonderful. my highlights are always perfect. but if you wanna get in to see her plan ahead she is a really busy lady. but very timely person. thank you for always taking such great care of me. Pros: it close to where i live Cons: its a busy street at five o' clock more

First of all I have been going to Chris Nicholson Salon and Spa for quite sometime. I would like to state a few things about myself, I am 38 with two kids of my own (sarah 4, jake 1). And I know better to bring my kids to a Salon and Spa. And if you don't know the definition of SALON or SPA, you might want to look it up. I also arrange for a babysitter when I go out for pampering. And if you can't do that then you might want to rethink about what you are spending your money on, and spend it on the kids. It called common courtesy, consideration, cooperation, and generosity. But you might be to selfish to realize that. \r \r I would recommend Chris Nicholson Salon and Spa to anyone. They have a great team of Stylist. Killer personalities and a variety of great styles. And for you ladies who do have kids: common courtesy, call ahead and ask when its a reputable time to bring your kids and maybe they can schedule you when its not a diligent time. \r \r If you have any questions about what i have wrote please fill free to email me at vala_henson@yahoo and don't hop on the crying game and continue to write opinions. \r \r Thanks,\r Val Pros: love it Cons: i really can't think of any more