CJ’s Plantation Salon

CJ’s is a quaint little salon in Haile Village. The location is quiet and adorable, with tree-​lined sidewalks just outside and plenty of free, on-​street parking. The salon is well kept and cozy: with two small rooms, it feels less like a «hair salon» and more like a friend’s house. It has never been crowded or too busy when I’ve been there, which I like, and the stylists don’t get interrupted every 5 minutes with phone calls or walk-​ins, so you feel like you really have their full attention. Also, they offer complimentary drinks (water, coffee, soda) to sip during your service.
I’ve seen Mindy Johnson there several times. She is hilarious and fun to talk to, plus she always does a great cut on my unruly hair. (I have fine, wavy hair, but a lot of it, and she is able to tame it into a cut that works for me.) She listens to what I want but also has helpful suggestions to help me not always get the same old cut. She’s fast (I’m always done in under an hour) but accurate, and she does a great job with bangs. Plus, you can book appointments with her online through StyleSeat, which is great if you have a busy schedule. I highly recommend her!
I’m not sure on CJ’s nail services, but I have loved all of my haircuts here and have made it my go-​to salon. Also, the prices are competitive: a shampoo/​condition/​haircut/​blowdry with Mindy is $ 30 (before tip)…hard to beat in Gainesville!