Spiotta Salon

I had Sussy wash and blow dry my hair. She was wonderful and kind. I received many compliments on my hair all day long. I, too, had an espresso!!!

I started as a walk-​in, but now make appointments for a monthly haircut. Great guys and a nice espresso, sure, but what keeps me coming back is that I get a great haircut. I’m 55, semi-​bald, so making my hair look good isn’t a given — but I get compliments every time.

I have been going to Spiotta Salon for regular blowouts for years now. The owner, Gerry, and his staff are wonderful. Gerry is kind, has a steady clientele, and makes my hair look fabulous each time! They always manage to squeeze me in before I need to get to work. I highly recommend Spiotta Salon!

Worst haircut I’ve gotten since I’ve been in nyc. When I asked about why my hair was a certain, Irene just said it looks better that way or that’s the way it is or you use hair gel right? No thanks.

Just got a cut from Gerry after reading about him on Unilocal.He did not disappoint! Very reasonable and he took great care and pride in his work. I highly recommend.

Moved to NYC six months ago and both my husband and I are regulars at this great salon. One of my girlfriends from home even insists on getting her hair cut here when she visits. I always love my cuts– I haven’t really had a bad hair day since I started seeing Gerry every six weeks. Awesome place, great ambiance and fabulous cuts.

I found this place through Unilocal,and was glad that it was near the office.
I’ve been there twice so far, and have been very pleased with my haircuts. They’re very professional and courteous. They also give you coffee or espresso if you’d like, which is pretty cool.
The first time I went, I called ahead, but the 2^nd time, I just walked in around 1pm, and waited no more than 2 minutes.
The pricing is also very reasonable. I’m a guy with short/​medium hair. A shave and a haircut is $ 50. Just the haircut is $ 25. I also got shampooed both times, which I think is included if you want it. And the haircuts were scissors only, no buzzers. One barber also used this cool straightedge blade thing to do layer/​fade the sides. I liked the sound it was making as it was chopping through hairs.
I will go here again.

I’ve had my hair cut by the same person for the last 6 years so I was a little terrified to go elsewhere, but Spiotta was right around the corner from me and I needed a haircut.
I was seen by Susanna (Susan) as soon as I walked in. She was very friendly, understood exactly what I was asking for and checked in a number of times to see if I wanted anything done differently, and did a terrific job.
For $ 30, I got my hair washed and cut, complimentary espresso, and a nice hot towel. One of the best experiences I’ve ever had getting a hair cut.

My daughter and I needed haircuts and we went in. They did a great job. We’ve both received compliments on our haircuts. We were very pleased.

First time, great experience! Looked for a salon last min and read great reviews about this place and decided to try it out. Was greeted my Jerry and he was great! So happy with my visit. Wonderful job with my cut and blow dry. Will def come again! Highly recommend!

Yesterday was my first haircut at Spiotta. I have lived in Manhattan for 8 months now and still hadn’t found a place I liked. I continually visited barber shops, but for my style of hair — I needed a salon.
I found this place because it was near my work (in Times Sq). I felt like it was hard to find a place in times sq that wasn’t either seedy or outrageously expensive. I walked right in, and sat down with «Susanna» (Susan), a spanish woman from Mexico who didn’t speak perfect english but really listened to exactly what I wanted. She took the time to teach me as well about why she was doing certain things and how to style it.
Free coffee was offered. She didn’t talk my ear off but was very personable and nice. She made a point to learn my name and make me feel comfortable during my first visit and welcomed me back again.
I will definitely be going back and hope to make this a regular spot for a haircut. They’re skilled and know what they’re doing — they know how to listen to what you want while still giving professional advice on what will look best on you.
Highly recommend you try it out!

I recently relocated back to NY and was totally freaking about where I was going to get my hair cut and colored. I am one of the most fussy and particular people on the face of the planet about everything, especially my hair. For many years, I’d get my hair cut and it would look good for about a week or so, then bam — it would look horrible. It lost its shape and style — it just laid there like a mop. I’d be forced to wear a ponytail every day until I went back for another cut and the same awful cycle took place, no matter which stylist I went to and how much money I spent. I’ve been so frustrated that I was just about ready to chop it off.
The first day we got back to NY my husband got his hair cut at Spiotta Salon by the owner, Gerry. He really liked the salon, he liked Gerry and most of all, he loved the way his hair looked. I kept asking every day «where am I gonna go»? And every day, he kept telling me «go to Spiotta». I have to be honest here, I was a little hesitant about going. At first sight, I thought it was a barber shop… but it’s not — it’s a salon. Ladies — DO NOT let those little barber thingys outside scare you away… I love this salon.
Now let’s talk about Gerry Spiotta, the owner. WOW — this man can cut hair. Seriously. I’ve never had my hair cut like this before. The first time I got in his chair (which is very comfortable, by the way) I was going to tell him what to do, but decided to let him do whatever he wanted… I had nothing to lose. Let me tell you — he gave me a makeover that I never expected. He transformed me. His intuition and talent was obvious by the time he finished. I really can’t believe what he has done for me and how I look. My hair looks fabulous every day. Seriously. I never wear a pony tail anymore. I kept thinking today is the day it’s gonna start looking bad, become limp and just hang, but it’s been 5 months now since I’ve been going to him and I haven’t had that problem. My cut is beautiful and perfect. He’s never cut it too short where I have to wait 2 weeks for some grow out — it looks great from day one. Gerry has hit it out of the park every time. He was born to cut hair. My color is beautiful too.
And one of the best parts is that for all of Gerry’s spectacular service, it doesn’t break the bank and cost you your whole paycheck. Gerry’s rates are so reasonable that it’s hard to believe you’re in Midtown. One last thing, yes there are lots of salons to go to and yes there are lots of stylists out there. However, for me, there is more to getting your hair done than that. A big part of the process has to do with my comfort level… feeling comfortable and welcome in a salon and being treated more than just a number is just as important as the cut itself and I get all that and more at Spiotta.
I’m sorry I could only give him 5 stars…

I waited to write a review after getting three haircuts here, to make sure my first (or second) experience wasn’t a fluke. It wasn’t, this is the real deal.
I moved back to Midtown Manhattan after being out of the area for over a decade and I’m finding my essential services one by one. Thanks to the help of fellow Unilocalers, I’ve had very few missteps.
As you can see by my picture, I’m not the $ 10 buzz cut type of guy. My hair is usually the first things people comment about me (thanks to its crazy very salt/​less pepper coloring) and the sheer volume. Obviously I don’t want to wait for a bad haircut to grow out and I’d rather pay more than make a mistake for a month.
Gerry, the owner, has the first chair when you enter and he is «the man.» There’s a reason why he’s been around so long — he listens to what you want and his skills are top-​notch. Add to that a great personality — it’s like visiting with a old friend. Gerry remembers everything you’ve spoken about and is 100% genuine.
Best of all, my hair grows out perfectly. I’d rather look like I didn’t just get a haircut and tend to wait 5 or 6 weeks in between visits. From reading other reviews, it looks like he charges more than everyone else in the shop but he should — he’s the owner — yet I’m used to paying a LOT more elsewhere — so this is a bargain and a half for a long-​lasting cut.
The ultimate compliment? My wife has Gerry cut and color (uh, did I say that?) her hair too and she loves him. I mean really, she loves him. (He’s a charmer.)
Oh yeah, they serve you espresso, too. :)

My man got his haircut here about half a dozen times — each time it got more and more sloppy.
The first time it was a really tight and clean haircut — then each time after the first it got a little more sloppy. Last time he got it cut he even went back to get it fixed (because of my nagging) because it didn’t even look like he got a haircut, the back of his hair was really long and shaggy — and afterwards it still looked wack. Thumbs down!

Needed an early morning place for a cut before a conference and found Spiottas opened at 7:30 AM. Without an appt. I walked in and got a chair by 7:35. Angelo made me feel like a regular even though clearly the other patrons truly were (greeting with hugs in the morning, verbally confirming appts for later in the week, giving and taking jokes in stride). They knocked out a shoe shine, great cut, and handed me an expresso and had me on my way by 8:15. The only issue was I felt like I stole something! The price they charged me ($ 25) had my jaw on the floor.
Fantastic place, looking forward to my next trip to NY just so I can go back.

I’m very, very selective about where I get my hair cut. If I can’t get an appointment where I like to go, I just cut it myself.
I’ve been needing a haircut for the last few weeks, very badly and haven’t had time to cut it myself. I walk by this shop everyday without much though. I actually walked by today, glanced in and thought I should give it a shot. So I stopped, turned around and walked right in.
I don’t like a lot of retail stores and services in Midtown because they’re usually expensive or dingy. Spiotta was neither. I often see them cleaning the front steps in the evening. (Something most shops don’t do, which I consider an obligation for 1^st floor owners and renters. Appearance matters, ever if it is’t your responsibility.)
I was able to get a seat in a very nice barber’s chair, right off the bat. I forgot who had given me the cut, but he was nice, quiet, asked few questions and did a very nice job with minimal direction from me.
I was offered a coffee, but declined.
–to the reviewer who seemed that he deserved to be offered this and a shoe shine. I don’t know that asking would have hurt your chances.
Overall, I’m very happy and will certainly return.

You can tell the skill of an old-​school barber. Victor is that sort of fellow. I am a big fan of this place. Very pleased with my haircut, and I appreciate the skill and care of an experienced barber. Will definitely be a repeat customer.

Maria cut my hair (for $ 25 excl. tip) and I am very happy with it. She was very diligent and asked me exactly how I wanted it. The review for Maria is 5 stars. However, the «free espresso» and the «free shoeshine» were not given to me, as promised on the salon’s webpage. Apart from that, everything was great! Ask for Maria!

My wife and I having been going to Spiotta for 7 years, the owner Gerry is an award winning stylist for both men and women. They offer everything from cuts to blow outs to manicures, if you need a shoe shine Louie is your man.
The place is a hidden gem be it for a trim, shave or full cut.