Salon On The Square

Tried this salon while my usual gal was on maternity leave. Was trying to go for a new look but left with basically the same hair cut I walked in with, just shorter so I was a little disappointed. The cut quality was very good. The staff is friendly, the salon itself is clean and orderly, just maybe not a good fit for me. Great products and cool location.

I originally set up an appointment here with Pamela since I read so many great reviews about her, but since I needed to get an earlier time, I just decided to get my hair cut with someone else. My hair dresser’s name was Courtney and she was super nice. I felt like she really cared about my hair and wanted to do a really good job with it. Well… She did. She did way beyond an amazing job. I originally have high expectations from a person cutting my hair coming from California and she did meet those expectations of mine. She did a wonderful job adding more layers to my hair and giving it more volume. My hair was just long and boring and she gave life back to it. She did such an excellent job styling my hair! I am very satisfied. I would be going back to her again! :-)

Really disappointed. I called this salon this morning and got an appt for 4:30 for a highlight bc I am here for business and got done with cases early. They called me 25 minutes before and canceled saying the hairstylist was not feeling well. I have 4 kids making it hard for me to get out and get my hair done. It was too late to get another appt with any other salon bc they were all booked up or it was too late and they did not have time to do a color! So frustrated and highly disappointed.

I moved here from California a couple of years ago and have been struggling to find a salon that is great at both cut and color like the salons I was used to in California. I have now used Salon on the Square several times and it is awesome! Great atmosphere, great location in San Marco and my hair looks incredible! Allison has been coloring hair for about 20 years and her experience shows! She takes time to talk to you before she starts coloring to ensure you are both on the same page. Like magic she then gets the color perfect! I have also seen Pamela, the owner, for both cut and color. She is fast and nails the color! She is also amazing at cutting! My hair hasn’t looked this good since I moved here from California!!! Also Christy at the front desk does everything possible to ensure your experience is perfect! My schedule is hectic and it is sometimes challenging for me to find time to get to the salon. She is persistent and will do whatever she can to find times for me that work with my schedule. Also, you can book an appointment online — which I love! As soon as you arrive, they treat you like a guest in their home… Mimosas on Saturdays, wine, and sometimes even homemade goodies! I couldn’t ask for a better salon!

I don’t typically post reviews on Unilocal,but I just had the best haircut and color I’ve ever had. I’ve been getting my hair cut and colored for over ten years and I never walk out saying «I love my hair!». I can’t recommend Amy enough for both cut and color!!! For my color, I had been going to a different Aveda salon and the hair dresser there had really messed up my hair. When I came in and described what I was after she immediately knew the right colors and technique to get me the blonde beachy look I was after. Amy has been doing hair for awhile but is relatively new to the salon so it is not very hard to get an appointment with her for now but I guarantee it will be soon. She was awesome!
The salon is a very quaint salon that serves mimosas, coffee, cappuccinos, and more and has the highest end products. I don’t have to look for a new salon anymore!

After reading a ton of great reviews, I made an appointment with Pamela to chop some of my hair off and give it some volume. She did not disappoint! I was nervous throughout, just because I loved my (very) long hair and I wasn’t sure how much I’d love a shorter (but still long) cut. She did an amazing job, and I’m in love with my hairstyle! It’s just bouncy and healthy and fantastic. I’ll definitely be going back for her skills.
The reason I’m only giving 4 stars instead of 5… most reviews talked about how great the atmosphere was. Once I was in Pamela’s chair, it *was* great. But when I initially arrived, the receptionist made no effort to make me feel welcome — she didn’t even attempt to pronounce my name (it really isn’t that hard), just said «oh, you’re the 11 o clock appointment» — that’s all she said to me. Not sure if everyone is offered something to drink (others have reviewed that they were), but I wasn’t. Maybe she was just having a bad day, but for a first time visitor, it was pretty off-​putting.

I travel with my job & have a terrible time finding decent colorists. Upon arriving to Jacksonville, I sought out online reviews to guide me & found Salon on the Square. I went straight to the top & booked an appointment with the owner, Pamela. I couldn’t be happier! I’m constantly being complimented on my color & style! My hair is to my shoulder blades & red with a strawberry-​blonde streak around my face. The salon deals in Aveda products & you can schedule appointments online. This salon has one more satisfied customer!

I have had Lucy cutting & styling my hair for three years now! Always leave satisfied! I love the friendly atmosphere of this salon! All the ladies who work there are always making sure to say hello to each customer. I recently had an unscheduled visit due to a friend kinda messing up my hair! So Pamela fixed it for me & she did an outstanding job, I mean absolutely freaking amazing! My hair is looking so sexy now! I feel sexy again! Thank you Salon on The Square for always making me feel like a pretty woman!

I’ve going to the salon for the last year. I see Lucy, she is awesome! Takes her time and always does a magnificent job on my hair. I recently got extensions, WOW! My hair looks and feels great, lots of volume, matched perfectly with my hair.

First thing they offered me, alcohol. Can’t beat a mimosa on a Saturday morning :)
My hairstylist was Helena (sp?) she was soooo sweet! And very thorough, she went back through after the cut and made sure everything was how I liked! I still ended up with not enough layers in the front though:/
The atmosphere is very happy and energetic but relaxing at the same time. Trendy an classy.
Usually I am a groupon hair addict. But I think I’ll stick with Helena and the crew at salon on the square, couldn’t be happier.

I’m ashamed to admit I have not yet conquered my hair noise… although I suppose that’s true of most ladies. We’re not a rational bunch. I’ve been coming to this salon for probably a year now, and I’d say they’ve successfully been adopted as «the place I go to get my hair done». I’m generally a salon whore, but I believe I’ve found a relationship I can stick with.
Salon on the Square uses Aveda hair products, so if you have a specific preference on which color/​product you like in your hair (which I do not), keep that in mind. I’ve found that their color protect shampoo (also Aveda, obviously) works very well with their color. My hair doesn’t hold color usually, but from the suggestion of Courtney my stylist I started using the color protect shampoo and my color lasts probably 3 — 4 weeks longer than it normally would.
Speaking of product and sort of on the same train of thought, they’re not real pushy about their product sales, which has not always been my experience with other salons. I know I don’t need 87 different products in my hair on a daily basis (or ever) so I appreciate that they’re really only interested in selling me what works with my hair and what I’m going to use with some regularity. I’ve twice bought the travel bottle of Moroccan oil per the suggestion of my stylist. She suggested the travel size bottle because it still lasts for 6 months (which I can now personally attest to), when she easily could have upsold the regular size bottle. I appreciated the honesty and looking out for my bottom line, since it’s a fairly pricy salon to begin with.
My stylist, Courtney, has a lovely personality that took a little getting used to. She’s more interested in guiding her clients to making educated decisions about their own hair instead of just having carte blanche discretion to do what she deems best. Ultimately, this has been good for me and for her. I went in last night and chopped off 10″ of my hair on a whim (relax, someone else is going to get good use of it) and she carefully and efficiently guided me through building a style for my new short hair that I’d be comfortable with. Instead of diving right into what she thought would look best for my hair, she let me tell her what I thought I wanted (which was completely off), cut it the way I asked, let me go home and sleep on it and see what I came up with that I wanted changed and then fit me in on a busy Saturday the next day for a 20 minute touch up. I appreciated her attention to me in my ridiculous impulsive decision. Also, she does a fantastic job with color.
The location of the salon is wonderful too, I recommend taking a stroll through the Square after your appointment for some fro-​yo or a drink or some shopping.

Heather does an excellent job! She is a true professional who is spot on with color.
I just went from long hair to a shorter style and I love it and have received tons of compliments! I would highly recommend anyone who needs a new look or a perfect color to Heather– best in town!

Whoa, I scared myself in the mirror yesterday. Must be time for a haircut! I’m notorious for never planning ahead on haircuts and this time was no exception. As I perused Unilocal for nearby salons I noted with resignation that almost all of the Riverside and San Marco spots were closed on Mondays. Shoot. I needed to at least make an appointment!
Lo and behold, Salon on the Square was open, shining like a beacon through a bleak sea of split ends and flat bangs. I got on the books for the following morning, which was really better for my sched anyway since I had an Elite Event that night!
I arrived on time for my 10 am appointment despite a curly que of construction detours going on around the San Marco Square. I sat with my stylist Lucy and showed her a picture of Grace Potter to explain what I was going for — fringy bangs, layers, and long. In fact, If i could just have everything Grace Potter owns that would be great. She’s kick ass. Anyways, I digress.
I kind of zen out during haircuts and just focus on all the head rubbing, which may explain the horrible haircuts I’ve received without ever noticing until I look in the mirror at home. Sneaky head massagers! Luckily, this was not the case with Lucy. We discussed exactly how much length needed to come off, where the layers would fall and why, and we both took an oath to avoid too-​short kindergartner bangs on grown women. The best part? It actually came out looking exactly like what we discussed! Eat your heart out Grace Potter, cause my fringe is so rock n’ roll right now.
Prices are what you’d expect for a nicer salon, $ 50 for your basic wash, cut, and blowdry. Lucy also loaded my hair up with product for shine and anti-​frizz, making her blow out look even better. I was very happy with my experience at Salon on the Square today, and it may just become my new spot :)

Heather is awesome! Excellent cuts with incredible skill and precision. Colors are always spot on and beautiful. She is very polite and fun to talk to while she is doing your hair!

Pamela is an incredibly talented stylist and all-​around good human being. She has been highlighting and cutting my hair for four years, and I couldn’t live without her. My current cut is so easy that I wash, comb and go – no fuss needed. I love visiting with Ty, her chihuahua, who is the salon’s unofficial greeter. Pamela and Ty are passionate about animal welfare, donating time and advertising space to the cause. I love when beauty and philanthropy come together!

Finally a salon here in town that met my expectations! Met with Pamela today to repair a terrible cut and she did a fantastic job. Trust me when I say she had to do some major repair work. Lucy took great care of me as well. My eyebrows have never looked better! The salon has a great vibe, good location, plenty of parking. Already booked my second appointment.

We were on vacation in the area and my niece’s hair was a split end mess. They were able to get us in quickly and give a expert cut to her mass of curly hair. Thanks for the great service and more importantly — a great haircut.

Great place! Felt like I was getting my hair done with the girls not just at a salon. Genuinely seemed eager to make my hair look great!

I was looking for a high quality and fairly priced place to get my hair cut. My wife recently went here and Pamela, the owner, cut and styled her hair — she came home looking great!
I decided to give it a shot and was very pleased. It feels very much like salons I was used to back in Chicago — great service, atmosphere, style and experience. The fact they are an Aveda shop is just a bonus on top. Plus, it’s in beautiful San Marco so you can’t go wrong. Try Salon on the Square and you’ll be happy.