About Rutabaga Hair Studio
Rutabaga Hair Studio, a renowned hair salon, has been consistently praised for its exceptional services. John, the skilled and experienced stylist, is renowned for providing the best haircuts in the area. Clients often receive compliments on their haircuts, and many have been loyal customers for over 25 years. The salon offers a chill and comfortable environment, allowing clients to be themselves and feel at ease. John's quiet confidence and expertise ensure a seamless experience, where he listens to the client's preferences and delivers a tailored cut that enhances their natural hair texture and pattern. The salon's reasonable prices and easy scheduling make it a popular choice among local residents, who have recommended it to their friends. Rutabaga Hair Studio's focus on providing exceptional haircuts, a welcoming atmosphere, and personalized attention has earned it a reputation as a premier destination for hair care.
First haircut since I moved here from Brooklyn- my wavy/ curly hair had not been cut since August 2023- and the whole experience wildly exceeded my expectations. First of all, Rutabaga salon = John. So, no distractions. Chill environment, John has quiet confidence & is comfortable in his skin, so you are instantly at ease. You can just be yourself. (Not every salon or stylist is like this- sometimes it feels like poser central & it's just exhausting.) We talked about what I wanted, he washed my hair, and cut it- conversation flowed easily, but I also sensed that if I just wanted to be quiet that would have been fine also. But- let's talk about the cut! Layers can go very wrong with my hair, so I have avoided them for 5 years. Length weighs my curls down so that it is wavy. When it is cut: boing! And my curl pattern is irregular. I don't blow it dry. My styling method is: wet my hair. Add non-silicon leave in conditioner (As I Am, Camille Rose, JVN). Maybe a little salt spray or tiny bit of oil once it dries. John, of course, knew this, because he *asked*. Post haircut- I wake up- my hair looks great. My hair looks amazing wet, too. The layers frame my face and don't do anything weird-- you have NO idea how many times that has not been the case. [The last time I had layers it was a "precision" cut and the stylist used some kind of cream full of beeswax that my porous hair sucked up. I looked like I had a wig. And of course that was the week I had my corporate head shot.] So, TL; DR: Reasonably priced, first-rate haircut. Focused, expert stylist who will put you at ease. TWO TIPS: parking for the salon is on E. Howard, so make the turn either right after you cross the railroad tracks or right before- depending on which way you are going. Book in advance!! Unsurprisingly, he stays busy. I booked my March appointment in February- it was well worth the wait, but don't expect to call & get a slot straightaway.
I had tried several places, both inexpensive and pricy, to get a haircut in and around Decatur. At Rutabaga I met John, who always listens to what I ask for and always seeks to improve on whatever cut he's doing. The price is very reasonable, and scheduling is easy. Also, love his choice of music! Have been getting my hair cut there for a couple years now, and recommend it to my friends! Anne P.
Rutabaga is a great spot if you want a quality haircut. I highly recommend John, he's a nice guy, very personable, and extremely skilled at his craft. It's hard to find somebody that can cut my hair well and he nailed it first cut! Photos below are two years after I got my first cut from him.Services: Hairstyling