Sabai Salon & Blow Dry Bar

My daughter really loved her haircut. Make sure you get the first time users discount found on the website. We did not get ours so I will need to contact the owner…

Tik really knows how and what you want your hair to be like. I scheduled an appointment to see her for Balayage and cut. I showed her the picture of the kind of look I wanted and it came out better than the picture!
Come and schedule your next appointment with Tik! :)

I have to first say that the owner is amazing and very friendly!
The reason for my 3 stars is due to how the stylist who did my hair handled my first time visit experience. I had originally called to inquire about appointments for the day & I was told to come in walking ins are welcome. As I am walking towards the salon I received a call from the stylist asking when I was coming (btw I never made an appt I simply said I would come in). So that right there made me feel uncomfortable. Then when I arrived, as she looked at my hair I asked what would be the cost and I was given a set price. Once the stylist was done she gave a completely different price than what I was originally was given. I was very surprised because I was not expecting her response; she said «your hair is too course and I am going to charge you what it cost» (this was out in the open in front of other clients btw).I was shocked because if you make a mistake as a business/​stylist you have to deal with it and satisfy your client; as well as explain that you’ll leave as what she had quote but next time correct price will be charged.
This is when the owner steps in and advised the stylist to leave the original price — she was very polite and friendly.
Overall the stylist took a very long time (mind you my hair is shoulder length and lightly curly) and not professional. Unfortunately I will not return due to the uncomfortable first time experience I had!

Went in to see Tik for my second time, she cut my hair for donation this time around. She gave me a super cute bob cut! I had some images of a style I liked and she nailed it. Tik is so sweet and I love the atmosphere of the salon. Thanks Tik!

Love, love, love this salon! Had an appointment with Angie Pak today and it was MAGNIFICENT! She is a true perfectionist and pays GREAT attention to detail. My hair looks and feels FANTASTIC! She does an amazing job massaging your scalp while washing your hair too… soooooo relaxing!

I made the mistake of trying to save money by going to one of those old cheap salons. Well, long story short, my balayage turned into thick blotchy highlights so I went to Vanessa for a color correction & to even out my haircut. She did such an amazing job! This place is amazing & everyone is super friendly! I highly recommend making an appointment with Vanessa!

TL;DR — go see Tik!
I’m a busy bee, and have been saying I need a haircut daily for the past few months, well… I finally did it! I ran across Sabai Salon walking by, but then I read the Unilocal reviews and decided to give it a try — it was so worth it. I emailed to get an appointment, sent a picture of my hair, and my hair-​spiration I wish to achieve, and Tik responded really quickly!
Fast forward to the day of my services… Tik welcomed me, was super cordial, and her other staff were the same. Tik did an amazing job with the consultation to make sure she understood exactly what I wanted. Finally, she cut my hair, painted in some balayage, and a few hours later I was strutting the streets of Alameda (okay, not really, it was raining). She also helped me understand the importance of heat protectants and made sure my hair was well protected from the services I’d be getting.
Anyway, I’d definitely recommend Tik and I will be back!

I just moved to Alameda from San Francisco. I needed to find a salon to get a Blow Out & Curl for my engagement pics.
I called the salon earlier on in the week and left a voicemail.
Angie Pak called me back, I gave her the gist of what I was looking for and she was very flexible and accommodating.
I arrived at the salon at 10 am and I knew walking in it was a good call. The salon is very welcoming, with great natural light. The owner of the salon was working with another client and she was very sweet and warm.
The wash was extremely relaxing. Angie took her time and gave me a wonderful massage ensuring that I was comfortable throughout the process.
Angie continued to check in to make sure she had a clear picture of what I was looking for. She asked me if I had a picture, which I didn’t, but found one and she was in her way.
Angie took her time and was very gentle with my long tangled hair. She ensured that she was clear on my part before starting to style. Her attention to detail was very comforting. She did a Fantastic Job of curling my hair and showing me how to loosen the curls as I needed the style to hold for the day.
For the blow dry & curl she charged me $ 50 and worth every penny.
I I highly refer this salon :)

I love Tik! She is amazing! Not only is her salon one of the most Zen and modern places on the island, but Tik’s skills are just on point! I started going here originally to get blowouts, but I soon started doing my cut and colors here as well. When I first wanted to do something dramatic I came here and Tik cut 7 inches off! Then after getting Cancer and having my hair thin out, I came again to get it cut incredibly short.
Tik not only has the ability, passion and style that you’d want from a stylist but she has a huge heart. Every time I’m there I feel like it’s a great therapy session because she reminds me how important it is to live your life to the fullest. All around big hearted person that wants nothing but the best for her clients.
I highly recommend Sabai salon and Tik for your next style adventure!

I called the salon to make an appointment and was able to get an appointment the same day. Tik was kind enough to take me in at 6pm.
I love how the salon is stylishly decorated but still felt very welcoming. Tik (owner) made me feel comfortable, she treated me as if I was a close friend. She even offered to buy me dinner and offered me wine!
My appointment was booked with Angie. Angie knew exactly what I needed for my hair. I had dry and damaged ends. She offered to add olaplex with my hair dye and it is absolutely the best thing that I’ve ever used for my hair! My hair feels smoother, healthier and shinier! Angie took her time cutting my hair. It didn’t feel rushed and my haircut looks amazing! I loved every minute of the experience & was so impressed by the professionalism & the knowledge that I received.
I definitely recommend Sabai Salon! I’m happy that I finally found a salon I can trust and feel comfortable going to!

I came to Tik after an awful experience at a different Salan. I had asked for dirty blonde color and ended up with a dark reddish brown. Tik was so honest and clear about what we needed to do and made the whole experience enjoyable! To top it off I have never left a Salan more pleased with my hair. I highly recommend Tik Coleman and will continue to go to Sabai Salon.

Came in to treat my mom to a blow out and were scheduled with Vanessa. She was very nice and welcoming. Right away she began chatting it up with my mom and really made her feel comfortable.
She was very gentle with her hair and offered us tips to hydrate my moms hair.
She was a great stylist to work with and were excited to come back to see her in the future.

Ive never been so impressed by a hair salon.
The place itself is spotlessly clean and spacious. It is stylishly decorated but very comfortable.
Tik cut my hair yesterday and I’ve never received so many compliments from people on a new haircut. She was very friendly but really knows hair. She left a well established San Francisco salon to open her own business. It’s great you can get a sf stylist in Alameda.
Thanks Tik and welcome to the neighborhood!

Great news everyone Sabai has an amazing mani/​pedi, eye lash extension and wax artist available her name is Joan. She is the sweetest and oh so talented is she. You will love the one on one personal experience when you book an appt with her. She takes her time and truly seeks perfection. I am sold I will only go to her from now on. Side bonus who doesn’t want some tea and fresh fruits while getting pampered at no extra charge. It’s a clean, professional, inviting and warm atmosphere you will feel apart of the family here.

This Unilocal review is for Joanna’s AMAZING eyelash extension skills. I’ve been searching for a lash stylist that can give me that full, diva, luscious, set of lash extensions after going to a few local salons in town I was starting to give up hope that I would find what I wanted UNTIL I met Joanna! She really listened to what I was looking for and right away was confident that we could create it. Subai salon has a chic interior and the eyelash room was very comfortable! Our appointment flew by and I loved the music! I am beyond happy that I have found my go to eyelash stylist and all I can say is BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT ASAP. You will be so happy and addicted! No more mascara ladies!!! Wake up and have perfect set of lashes… YES PLEASE!
See you soon Joanna!

I cannot recommend Tik highly enough!
I was never one of those people who had a hairdresser until I met Tik. Not only does she have the warmest personality, but she really pays attention to what I want and my concerns. As I am admittedly lazy and low maintenance with my hair, Tik always ensures that the haircut she gives me is not only flattering but can be easily maintained on a daily basis.
You will also feel incredibly comfortable when you step into Sabai Salon. Everything in the salon has been carefully planned with detail and built with so much heart.
I have been going to Tik for many years in SF and have even continued seeing her when she opened her salon in Alameda. For a city girl, the trek is very much worth it :)

Honestly my hair has been lifeless and shapeless for almost a year now.
But I would not break up from my HK stylist guru. I am loyal to a fault. At the expense of having a good head of healthy hair.
My pedi appointment was running late so I ended up wandering up and down the block. There was a marketing sign on the sidewalk which lured me in, but the amazing warmth of Tik got me to stay. She graciously allowed me to use the loo then talked to me in length about her philosophy, experience and the products she uses.
Still I was not sure about making the move.
But the visit resonated in me as I continued to struggle with my hair over the next couple of weeks.
I threw my hands up in frustration and buckled one evening and decided to take advantage of the grand opening special — 20% off cut/​dry. Tik emailed back within hours for a Saturday appointment, fitting me in before a large bridal party, tax week and a trip to Mexico.
Her energy is truly infectious. Her memory unfailing — remembering and noting my work I talked about weeks before.
Everything important discussed was the outcome of my cut:
–floaty layers
–easy to care for
–cowlick no more!
–healthy bouncy hair
Her head massages are gasp worthy.
Oh did I mention how gorgeous and NOT Alameda this salon is? So chic.
Big city talent finally on our small little island.

Melanie is a true artist — She turned my rachetness into beautiful sexy richness. So thrilled my SIL (sister-​in-​law) found her on Unilocal!
Words can not describe how impressed and in love I am with the overall time and attention Melanie gave to my hair and me. This was my FIRST time in 2 years getting a cut and color (last experience with another stylist was not the greatest so we will leave it at that.).
I sent Melanie 3 photos of cut/​color I wanted and she was very thorough in explaining what works and doesn’t work with my face. I felt comfortable and trusted Melanie to work her magic without questions.
When Melanie finished with the final touches, I broke down and cried because her work is just extraordinary– love having sexy beautiful hair again. Before Melanie I always wore my hair in a bun or a ponytail.
Sent a pic to my hubby that night and he replied, «Dang babe, SUPER SEXY. Stylist did a GREAT job!!!» Which means I am coming back to Melanie for sure — her magic got me some sexy time, lol.

Thank you Tik & Sabai Salon Team for our Blow Dry this morning. Everyone was so welcoming, friendly, & took great care of us. We are ready & set to go on our Napa Winery day! If anyone compliments our hair we will refer them back to your salon!
I look forward to coming back for another Blow Dry next time my friends and I are back in Alemeda visiting our friends. You also make great mimosas! Thank you so much again!

There aren’t many words to describe Tik and that’s because she is such a rare jewel that if I were to try I am afraid I would come up short. :)
I came to Tik with the dilemma of my old, faded, red hair that I had been sporting for many years but now having turned 30 needing something fresh and closer to my natural color again. I have a giant distrust of stylists when it comes to highlighting/​low lighting my hair as it has always ended up either the wrong color or very chunky and unnatural looking. Therefore, I have avoided this process all of my life until I met Tik!
She was genuinely kind, warm and trusting directly from the beginning. I came in for a free consultation where she expertly discussed all of my options, one of them being stripping my hair and starting from scratch. She was honest in telling me what would be the healthiest and easiest option for my hair, a full head of highlights with lowlights added in. I could instantly see she wanted nothing more than for her customer to be happy and that she would do all it takes to make that happen. Even the customers who were in her shop or those who came in and out could feel her positive energy and it was obvious she does great business as well as hair.
The day of my appointment I parked in her free parking spots at the back, came in, was greeted by Tik’s heavenly smile, sat down and was instantly served a tray of tea and treats, including fruit and some Thai treats. I arrived at lunch time and had not had the time to eat, rest assured Tik took very good care of me. Sabai means comfort and relaxation and there is no doubt I was instantly in this zen zone.
She did a three step process on my hair. Yes it took 3 hours but that is because she wanted to make it look exactly as I had requested and be as kind to my fine hair as possible. Tik put in love into every step of the way, we had lovely conversation and I felt as though I was with a friend. I am new to California coming from Canada and being with Tik helped shed away some of that loneliness from being so far away from home.
The end results of my hair was beyond exceptional. I sent pictures immediately to all of my sisters and girlfriends back home in Canada and they asked me if I got extensions lol. Apparently it is the best my hair has ever looked. And the best part is that it is close to my natural hair color meaning I can slowly gradually get it back to where it used to be. Tik did everything I wanted and went above and beyond. On top of that her prices are reasonable and she is completely worth every penny that she charges, including a generous tip. I live in San Francisco but would go back to Alameda any day just to have my hair done by Tik, my energy enveloped by her positive vibes and spend the day in her zen like salon. Go see Tik at Sabai Salon & Blow Dry Bar, you will not be dissapointed!