Gatsby Salon

Definitely on the pricey side, which I would not mind had the service been better. Front desk staff and stylist were not friendly at all — they seemed very judgmental and not worried about my experience. The stylist however did do a great job on my hair. I am up in the air on whether or not I will be coming here again solely due to the negative attitudes of the employees. To the owner and manager, work with your staff on customer service!

I was hoping to get a nice hair dye job with even color and a good haircut. For what I was charged, it was a horrible dye job. The dye did not cover the roots, my hair was so uneven, I can’t even call it a cut. I’m letting my hair grow, wearing a pony tail and baseball cap. Worst cut and color I’ve ever had. 135.00 and I would like a refund. Save your money

I have a multitude of feelings about this salon. Before I go into detail I really only decided to go to this place because of its hours of operation and how convenient it was because it was on the way home. After reading some of the reviews on here I thought I would give it a chance.
I had called to get some information before really booking I thought it was very pricey but I figured with this price point I should be getting some quality work done. However this was not the case, the receptionist (Spencer) was cordial and answered my questions efficiently and was able to book me an appointment (Under Joey, my actual name gets complicated to spell over the phone) after I got out of work. Once I had arrived, I was sort of impressed by the décor and overall aesthetic of place. Was not really greeted, however the receptionist was kind and told me I will be taken care of today by Jaclyn. Jaclyn immediately came along and introduced herself politely, which gave me a good first impression. She sat me down for a consultation and asked me what I would like to do. I requested I have my roots touched up (I was a platinum blonde from black asian hair) and get as icy white as possible with a cut later on. I was already really icy but I noticed my hair starting to yellow a bit and wanted to change. So I wanted to get a higher lift. She said it was something she could do and we proceeded onto the coloring area.
This is where it was slightly overwhelming, to my surprise the décor encouraged a youthful innovative salon that could cater to a younger age model. However the salon realistically catered to a bunch of middle aged women with few younger clientele. The salon was very lively as the women and colorists chatted freely on the floor, as Jaclyn applied my bleach to my hair she was very engaging which was very much appreciated and made me feel comfortable. Truly she was personable.
As time passed by while I was processing I just made several observations. The shampoo girls were probably the funniest to watch. Seeing as the faces they made at each other while shampooing clients, the numerous amounts of cigarette breaks needed between clients, and the pseudo discreet banter of client bashing thinking nobody was paying attention. As busy as it was they were still attentative seeing if I needed anything, and maintaining cleanliness of the salon. When came time for me to shampoo, the shampoo girl seemed quite rushed not really paying to much attention and just trying to get everything done. Afterwards, the toner was applied and again she took another cigarette break before I had to be rinsed off. Did not catch her name though, but all in all I guess she was not terrible.
Once I was done I finally sat in front of a mirror. This is where it all goes down hill. My hair went from a platinum blonde with root regrowth to a yellow. Like some serious yellow, not even toned out blonde. I let this slide however seeing as if the cut could possibly save it. Nope it got worse. I explained how I wanted a faded textured faux hawk like cut but kept a bit longer so I can slickk it back like a pompadour when I wanted to feel more classy. Jaclyn nodded and went to town. Throughout the entire cut it just felt rushed. It must’ve taken her not even 30 min to do the overall cut only to be left with a bunch of ill blended sides and an over exaggerated top that wasn’t properly blended down. I didn’t even get texture cut into my hair like I had asked. She left so many shelves in my hair not even product would save it. I still gave her the benefit of the doubt, waiting for her to properly finish the look. Nope, she put some product on and did her best to make it look cleaned up. But the work was just not up to snuff. Honestly was not the experience I thought I would be getting from a «High-​end Salon». What they are charging for the quality for their cuts even at a new talent level seems like robbery.
I did not have it in my heart to harshly critique my stylist as it was late, I wanted to go home, I was most likely her last client, and she was truthfully very personable and polite. However, I do not condone rushing just to leave a bit earlier. I still paid and tipped as I do know what it’s like working on a tip based job. This place really is JUST a salon in a strip mall with pretty decorations. There really isn’t quality or standard here. I do not know how they received a top salon title, but whoever got this salon there evidently does not work here any longer nor do they consistently assure quality of their brand. My stylist jaclyn told me to return in a week to re-​tone my hair to get it where I wanted it for new year. Only way I would return is if I could get the $ 92 back.

I love my experience at this salon… it is classic luxury from tip to toe. From the moment you call to make an appointment and speak with Sandy or Christy, you are treated as a valued customer. I have only been going there for a year and am treated like a regular. Krista’s shellac manicures are the best value around — hard to find her prices at such a high quality salon. Her pedicures are a luxurious treat! Kasey C has cut my hair and I’ve never received so many compliments. Don’t let its affiliation with the TV show fool you — this is one classy place.

I have been going to the Gatsby Salon and getting my hair cut, colored, highlighted as well as Keratin treatments by Denise Gunnello. I am very picky and Denise always does a wonderful job. The staff at the Gatsby is very friendly and the atmosphere is very relaxing. I highly recommend the Gatsby and Denise, even for the pickiest girls!!!

Gatsby salon is a nice place to get a hair cut if you know exactly what you want. I wouldn’t really count on what they recommend because they don’t really care. Don’t get me wrong they are extremely talented and friendly, but don’t really have opinions and suggestions.
I have gotten a couple hair cuts and color from them and have been happy with their service.
I have been going to get eye lash extensions put on and I must say I love Kristi,. She is amazing and extremely friendly. She does great work with lashes. I have gotten different lashes put on and she is the best with lashes that look natural. She will also work with your schedule and accommodate your needs. If you are wondering on getting lashes done. I promise you will not be disappointed.

Tried making an appointment with their living social deal and their hours weren’t suitable. The manicure lady was only there in the mornings. The deal was a waste!

I was extremely satisfied with my first Gatsby experience this past Thursday. I had envisioned what I wanted done to my hair color-​wise and my hair came out better than any expectation I had. I was going pretty light and was extremely scared of what the results would be since my hair has always been fairly dark. Denise, my stylist, was awesome and knew exactly what needed to be some with my hair. I felt nothing short of fabulous walking out of the salon. I would definitely recommend you see Denise if you happen to visit The Gatsby Salon at some point ;)

where do I start… I received the absolute worst hair cut of my life at this salon. It kind of looks like a mullet. The attitudes of some of the workers in this place suck. The color that was done was average at best. I should have known better than to give this place a try.

I was excited to see a Living Social Deal for Gatsby, the salon from Jerseylicious. The deal was great– $ 25 for a blowout and manicure as well as $ 10 off a future purchase. I was surprised that a famous salon would need to go through a deal site, assuming they would always be packed, so I took advantage and purchased the deal.
Realizing the deal was about to expire, I called to make an appointment. The manicure and blowout would have to be scheduled the same day, I was informed. As other reviewers mentioned, there is only one manicurist with spotty availability, so I had to make my appointment for a day where I didn’t really have a reason to get a blowout (would have rather had it done on a day where I had plans, but I didn’t have a choice.)
I went to Gatsby around noon on a Saturday and it was packed. I walked in and saw the owner and a few other women sitting around and chatting. This isn’t the type of salon where you’re greeted when you walk in– there is too much going on for that. I went over to reception to check in and was told I had to wait a few minutes, so I awkwardly sat in the front when the owner was having her powwow and totally felt like I was in the way.
The manicure was definitely an express one, but Krystal did a good job. The manicure lasted a little over a week with minimal chipping. The blow out was pretty quick, too. I have long, layered hair with the longest layer hitting mid/​lower back and it was done in 30 minutes. She didn’t get much volume/​bounce out of it but it looked okay.
I really liked my stylists highlights and she told me they were Ombré highlights that I could get done there. I impulsively made an appointment for the following Saturday afternoon. When I arrived, I also had to wait a few minutes for that appointment, but the stylist got to work soon after with teasing my hair and applying my highlights. Unknown to me at the time, Ombré highlights are done with teased hair– so you can imagine what it looked like with a huge lion mane with highlights on it. It was when I went to wash the highlights out that I realized that my teased hair would have to be combed out– I really wish I was warned about this step. I am very tender headed and do not even wear headbands. If I knew I would be at the sink for over an HOUR getting my knotted hair combed out by the shampoo girls, I would have taken an advil or something and probably would have scheduled my day differently. The experience was less than desireable, to say the least.
Everything here seems very rushed. On both days that I went, the staff were talking about running late, what was next, how much time they had left, etc. My highlights came out very light even though I wanted something more subtle, but the stylist was in a rush and said they were fine and that there was no need for toner. My hair was wet when I left (don’t think my scalp could have handled a blowout after the torture of combing out the knots) so I didn’t realize how light they were until later in the day.
Overall, very busy salon and not the most relaxing salon experience that one would desire with mediocre results.

I love Gatsby made a call for an appointment and explained that Iwas a bit apprehensive because I have had some really bad experiences and really wanted someone who new my hair type and what would look good on me .Raul my stylist was great and made me look beautiful the lady on the phone recommended him. Have gone to him ever since. Wish I could go every week.
Kym

Only Daria actually works here… Snooze…
I came wanting the full Jerseylicous experience and left dissatisfied.
The salon looks like on the show only seeing it «in real life» it looks like a poor TV makeover, bright and gaudy made to look good on tv.
There was alot of staff but no customers, the manager came up and gave me a wierd look since I am bviously in no way Jersey.
I told her I would like to make an appointment and she wanted the money up front which was odd.
I told her I would give them a call once I have my shedule figured out and she gave me their card and said I could pay over the phone using my credit card.
In all this wasn’t enough to convince me to actually make the appointment to go here.

While I’m mortified to admit I go to the salon that has the show, Jerseylicious, I love the actual stylists who work there (they are not the actresses from the show)! Have moved from NJ and have tried many other places for cut/​color but keep ending up doing a ridiculously long drive back to NJ for my cut and color because I’m happy with it.
They use Goldwell products for color and it really makes your hair feel so much better than other products.
Honestly, the people I’ve had do color there are as good as any I have been to at a high end salon in NY or CT. They do a great job with consulting you to ensure you’re getting what you really want. Aside from a few people, the whole team is pretty down to earth.
Parking is easy, front desk staff are good and they text reminders for your appointments, which is great (I hate those incessant confirmation calls you get from restaurants and doctors)!

I have extremely long, naturally very curly hair. It has been dyed, highlighted, straightened — you name it, it’s been done. I have had stylists before try to find the shortest solution when working with my hair. I know; it’s a lot to work with. I initially just went by the Gatsby because I was curious after watching the show. I had a pretty good idea that we wouldn’t see anyone from Jerseylicious, and we were okay with that. We walked in and asked for two separate appointments and were both taken right away. (We also went around 4:30 on a Tuesday afternoon. I heard from my stylist that Mondays and Tuesdays tend to be a little quieter. I wouldn’t try for a walk-​in on a Thursday, Friday or Saturday). There were probably 5 stylists working with 2 assistants. Fully staffed, I believe they have 16 stylists in at a time.
My stylist, Ashley, sat me down for a consultation. I love having highlights in my hair, but the process had definitely started to take it’s toll on my hair (dry ends, breakage, etc.) We talked together about the best way to even out the colors (from my natural very dark brown, to lighter browns and some pieces of blond, not to mention the grays that are starting to show up). She was a great help, not only helping me make a decision for this visit, but gave me some things to think about going forward.
I loved the way she consulted with me through every step. She made suggestions for the cut, checked on my satisfaction and made adjustments as we went. In all I’d say two and a half to three hours on my hair. I love it! Love the color, love the cut, love how healthy my hair now looks.
Overall, it was a great experience. The salon itself looks really nice — very relaxing, but still young and hip. Some of the towels were a little «over used,’ but the salon was clean and inviting. The staff were super nice and welcoming. With so many people coming by just because of the show, I’m sure they can get annoyed with questions about a show based in their salon that many of them are not even a part of, but they were all so gracious. The prices are unbelievably reasonable. I’m used to paying close to $ 300 when I get my hair done. It didn’t come to even half of that!
The only reason I gave it a 4 instead of a 5 is because I am waiting until after I wash and style it myself to see if it styles the way I’m hoping it will. I’m also one of those people that enjoy the relationship between a patron and a stylist. I’d like to return for a follow-​up appointment and can hopefully update my rating then.

A friend gave me a gift certificate here for my birthday… and while that was a kind thought on her part, I’m finding it IMPOSSIBLE to actually USE the card, because they NEVER have any manicurists available! I’ve called three times, and been told there was no availablity. Because they have ONE «technician» on staff. Seriously?!
Apparently, if you want a manicure here you need to either make an appointment 3 months in advance or go when the techs work… which seems to be any time between 9 AM to 11 AM on the weekdays.
I so desperately want my friend to just get her money back. Completely absurd.

I love it the staff is so nice and im a really big fan of there show so i was happy! th eonly thing was like tracy only works everyother month so it was hard to make an appotment and for a wash and a trim for tracy was 100 $ so it was $$$$ but it was so nice!

Service was great. The staff was very friendly. I liked the fact that they take in walk-​ins. I work in the area and randomly decided i need to change my hair. My haircut was not what i wanted. I even had a printout on what i wanted so thats where i was disappointed. Also they are very pricey! For a cut, wash and blow dry, it was $ 50.00!!! Usually I wouldn’t mind paying that much, but since i was pleased with my cut, it sucked.

My sister and I came here right before Christmas to get our hair cut. She wanted something different, and I needed a trim since my hair grows out funny and I woke up one morning with a hockey mullet. I was excited to check this place out.
When my sister told me that this salon was part of a reality show, I started to get really nervous. Especially since it’s called Jerseylicious (please note, I am from New Jersey). I don’t watch much television, but I worried I’d leave looking like a cast member of the Jersey Shore.
That was NOT at all the case! First off, my sister’s hair (she got like 6 inches off) looked amazing! I was worried because the woman who cut my hair literally looked at my head maybe twice during my cut, but she did a great job! If I still lived in NJ, I might go here all the time.
The environment itself is pretty interesting. I love the décor and the way everything is set up. It made me feel super glam, and I’m just a t-​shirt and jeans kind of girl.

I couldn’t be more pleased with this place. If you are going to get your hair done why not come here to get it done right. I was very happy with everything from the phone call booking the appointment to leaving.