JR Roberts Salon

This place is beautiful! Beautiful is how I feel after my haircut from Charles! He always does such a great job styling my hair! Excellent!!!

I recently visited Jeff for a haircut. My wife has been going there for a while and says it’s the best place she’s ever been to. I’ve been to many places over the years. I’ve had really cheap to moderately expensive. I thought I would try again. I’ve been frustrated because most places, no matter what I ask for, or how I explain it, they just do what they want. Not here. Jeff listened to all of my issues and what I wanted. He analyzed my growth patterns and we made a plan for now and the future. He then gave me one of the best haircuts I’ve ever had. I would recommend this place to anyone. It truly was the best experience I’ve ever had in a salon.

Jeff is an artist. He gets color like nobody else. I didn’t really appreciate this until I was looking at some photo albums from the past few years. When I was working I went to a pricey salon at the Stanford shoppping center, the color was good but the texture was stiff and frizzy. When I retired I tried to color my own hair, –disaster. Jeff gets both color and texture right, for much less than I was charged in Palo Alto, so good value for the money.

I’ve been going to JRRoberts for about 14 years. Consistent high quality and expertise every single time. Roberta is my stylist and absolutely nobody does color as well as she does. Her eye for color is simply awesome. Plus, I have fine hair with some problem spots, having had skin cancer removed from the top of my head a few years ago. Well first, Roberta is the one who urged me to get that spot looked at –thank God! Then as I’ve healed she has figured out how to style it «no muss no fuss» and yet keep the scars hidden. Truly dedicated to her clients, talented, resourceful and welcoming. The best in the business.

Jeff Roberts has been cutting, coloring and styling my hair for over 20 years, maybe more?! I was referred to Jeff when my previous hair stylist moved out of the area. I wish I had made the switch earlier! Both Jeff and Roberta are hair whisperers! They are on top of all the latest trends in the industry, but make sure to put my personal needs first when providing possible cut and color solutions. I’m always happy with my cuts and colors. I’ve gone from long to boy-​short to bobs. From wavy to straight. I have very challenging hair to cut. Both Jeff and Roberta are masterful colorists. My friends, family and co-​workers are amazed that my color is not my own! A true test of quality hair color treatment. I really appreciate Jeff helping me stay youthful as the years have flown by. I always have a great salon experience and love my conversations over the years with Jeff and Roberta. This warm and friendly family-​owned salon, in the heart of Willow Glen, in a really cute English cottage, is a treat. Yet you still get high-​quality, fashion-​forward cuts and color associated with San Francisco or other major cities.
Kathleen W.

I’ve tried multiple hair salons in the Los Gatos & Willow Glen area and they’re always hit & miss. These past few years I’ve been going to Jeff and every time I get my hair done with him it exceeds my expectations. He takes his time and it shows!

Jeff is a genius. My hair has never consistently looked so good. For me, the sign of a great haircut is when my hair looks good on the days when I don’t have time to style it – just wash, dry, and go. No curling irons, hot rollers, straightening iron. When Jeff does my hair, we pass my little test with flying colors.
This place gets bonus points because Roberta was able to squeeze me in for a cut and color when Jeff was out sick.
Salon ambiance is nice & restful. It’s inside a converted cute little California bungalow. Decorated with vintage chandeliers & old vanity/​dressing tables. Refreshing change from the noisy chaos of most salons.
I also love how they always offer ice water, coffee, or tea. Makes the experience more pleasant, especially if you’re sitting there for an extended time under the dryer.

Used a groupon, color treatment and cut. Was talked out of a shorter cut, when I tried to restyle a few days later, it just didn’t want to work the way I expected.

I really like this salon. I got a deal off of Trubates, and it was a spur of a moment thing. The place seems to have originally been a small house, but I find it quite quaint and neat. I got a hair appointment with Roberta, and it did make me a little apprehensive since almost every review I read here seemed to be for Jeff.
That being said, I absolutely loved everything about my hair treatment, cut, and gloss with her. No water was splashed on my face during the wash, and I got tea. Even when my super stressed out friend (with a bit of a sailor mouth) unexpectedly told me she was dropping by, Roberta and Jeff were really nice about it. She wanted to cut short layers into my hair, and somehow convinced me (very sweetly though), and I’m very glad I got it.
I usually hate new hair cuts for about a week, but after a day of getting used to my new cut, I decided I loved it. I never really get compliments with my hair (I usually get the same old cut over and over again), but I got a decent amount this time and even approval from my mother. Goodness gracious!
I do currently need a bang trim, so I’ll probably see if I can stop by sometime. Anyways, I really like this place, and I’m more than willing to pay full price for my next cut.

Really cool salon. The place is set in a small house like area, but they definitely know what they are doing. The experience was so comfortable and they offer refreshments. The guy who did my hair was very friendly and helpful. He cut, shampooed, conditioned, and colored my hair. It was a great experience, and I got a really good deal from using one of the half off coupons from the deal websites.

I’ve been going to Roberta for hair cuts for over ten years – since high school. In preparation for my upcoming wedding, I decided (with her advice) to take my blonde hair a shade lighter, as it has darkened with age. I’ve never had my hair colored professionally before; in fact, the only experience I’ve ever had with color was sun-​in during high school. So I was a little nervous, even though I totally trusted Roberta and her skill. I was not disappointed! The new color is lovely and only a slightly brighter version of my own color, as though I’d spent some time in the sun. The best part: no one at work has even noticed! That’s how good it is.
I also made my fiancé go to Jeff last night, and he came home with a perfect version of his normal haircut. He said that Jeff knew exactly what he wanted and fixed the issues my fiancé normally has when his cuts grow out.
Sure, JR Roberts may charge a little more than the average salon, but you get consistency and expertise that you’d pay a lot more for anywhere else. Let Jeff and Roberta take care of your hair!

I went to JR to get a Brazilian blowout after I read all the positive reviews on Unilocal.The only certified hairdresser for Brazilian blowout at this place did a horrible job with my hair, there was no change in my hair and it cost me over $ 300. I went to another hair dresser and she was upset and told me to go back to her and get my money back because she did such a horrible job!

I came here after my stylist, Nancy, did. She has been doing my hair for about a year now, and I am always thrilled with how my hair turns out. She is also going to do hair for my wedding. She is very professional, personable, and listens to what you want.
Her new location at J/​R Roberts is great. I love the little house that the salon is in — it’s very unique.

Char is absolutely unbelievable! I have been going to her for years … following her wherever she goes. She has always been great but tonight she went above and beyond to rescue me from my ill-​fated attempt to get a color touch-​up elsewhere. She knew exactly what to do to fix my disaster and I will never go anywhere else again!

Nancy Carpenter is amazing! She is a color expert! Every time I get my hair done I feel like a new woman! She truly is the best! If you are looking for a stylist that can make you feel great about yourself go see Nancy! She truly is amazing and will make you look the best you have ever looked!

Nancy is the absolute best. She has cut my hair for years and is easily my most favorite hair stylist. I would highly recommend you going in to see Nancy at JR Roberts. It’s a great atmosphere and she will definitely make you feel comfortable.

I got the most amazing color and haircut from Jeff yesterday. In fact my hair is looking so gorgeous, I can hardly take my eyes off myself to write this review now. smile
I have gone to Jeff before for color, but I have never had him cut my hair. Because I am a control freak when I saw Jeff before, I pretty much told him what I wanted him to do. This time was different, I was ready for a change. I throw caution into the wind and let Jeff have the freedom do his own thing with my hair.
Jeff cuts hair really fast and hair and scissors were flying in every direction. It reminded me of a screen straight out of the Edward Scissorhands movie. I must admit there was a small moment while Jeff was cutting my hair, I wondered OMG what have I done turning this man loose without my direction to do my hair.
Jeff not only did a fantastic job he surpassed all my expectations! When I allowed Jeff to add his own artistic flair while doing my hair, the results are phenomenal. I love what Jeff has done with my hair and I am 100% happy with the color and the cut. This is the one and only time in 35+ years of having my hair done, that I have ever been 100% satisfied with the results.
Jeff truly is a master colorist and stylist. Down walk… run… to JR Roberts Salon and have Jeff do your hair. It will be one of the best things you will ever do for yourself. As for me I need to get my gorgeous self back to my mirror now!!! lol

Jeff and Roberta are both as professional and talented as they come. I’ve been a devoted and thoroughly satisfied client for many years, and I’d follow them ANYWHERE, because I know that they are always respectful of my wishes and expert at their craft. Roberta always clarifies what I’d like done — after all these years! — but is never afraid to make GREAT suggestions to keep things fresh and spunky! Jeff had the HUGE task of taming my husband’s head of hair, WILD THING that it is. (I think most stylists would have run! But Tom came home looking GQ hot!) Funky, traditional, stylish, avant-​garde — you can’t go wrong with this dynamic duo. Why are you reading this? Go call them now!

I’ve been going to JR Roberts for years. I won’t go anywhere else. The salon is relaxing and they make you feel special there. Many times they have fit me in at the last minute due to my changing schedule. Jeff and Roberta keep me looking my best all year round.

I’m absolutely shocked the first Unilocaler had such a bad experience! I’ve been getting my hair done here by Jeff, the owner, for almost 10 years and have never had a bad experience. Actually quite the opposite! When I’ve been on vacation and desperate for a cut, or wanted to save a few bucks for a trim by going somewhere else, I’ve always been extremely sorry afterward. I have very straight, fine hair, and most stylists won’t take the time to understand my hair and create a style that actually works for me. Jeff has always made me look great! And his highlighting is perfection! Very subtle and natural, never streaky or chunky — I would never let anyone else highlight me ever!
Also, their salon is so peaceful and beautiful. It’s located in a cute circa 1940s house filled with natural light from the many large windows, with beautiful chandeliers, rugs, and antique furniture. You will not find the cheesy 80s décor with the faux marble countertops and harsh lighting found in so many other salons. Plus I’m also always offered sparkling water, coffee, tea, etc. The staff tries to make you very comfortable!
Give Jeff and call if you want top-​notch styling, with expert coloring and great customer-​service!