James Colgan Union Square

Great location and quick responses. Highly recommended!
Was back in town visiting family and called Jame’s to schedule a next day appointment.
Got me scheduled with Kyle a day later. Kyle gave me one of my best haircuts ever. Really knew what I was looking for as well as giving his own suggestions. Kyle’s haircut was straight to the point, no lolli-​gagging but unrushed. Hope they don’t bump him up to a pro too soon, as junior stylist rates is what I think a gentlemen’s haircut should be.

The absolute best salon experience!
James and Erika worked magic on my hair today and I will definitely keep going back.

Jefferson is a well balanced young professional. He gives you his time, patience, and attention to detail all while entertaining and educating you on his styling process. This was my first time sitting in Jefferson’s chair, but I would highly recommend him to anyone! I asked him questions throughout the cut and he provided me with tips to keeping up with my new hair style. He also took the time to show me the products that work best for my hair type and tools to construct the look I desired. I used to struggle to find someone like Jefferson to be my regular stylist/​barber and I’m thankful my search is over. I can’t wait to return!

From consultation to completion, the service I received here was top notch! Annie took a look at my hair and was able to set expectations in terms of the process and my results. As an added bonus, everyone on staff was welcoming and fun!
Love everything about James Colgan Union Square.

I’ve been a client of Annie’s for quite some time now and I credit my fabulous mane to her! She is amazing at her craft. A creative and talented stylist who is always up with the trends. She can do it all — cut, color & style. Annie takes her time, listens to what I want and I always leave her chair feeling amazing.
It’s a treat to come to this salon. I love the refreshments they offer to include a yummy piece of chocolate.
Conveniently located in Union Square, I usually make a day to come get my hair done and hang out in the City.

James is genius, plain and simple. Why? I’ve never actually told him how I want my hair cut– I just say, «Make make me look good» and he does.
I am hesitant to write this review because the more people who know about him, the harder it will be to get an appt.
Bottom line is that this is not a haircut. He is not a barber. It’s a full on experience from beginning to end. When you walk in the beverage of choice served to you on a silver tray with a chocolate, then on to the best shampoo you will ever get, along with the best haircut.
I can’t speak to his work on the ladies except to say that most of the women I see in there look like supermodels, along with one of his assistants.
Is James expensive? Nope. You get what you pay for though in this case he is worth far more than he charges.
PROTIP: Ask for a straight razor cut. It is super cool.

I could not recommend James more. Having been on the lookout for a great stylist for a long time, my search is finally over. If you’re looking for an attentive professional who is a master of their trade, look no further. James not only gave me a fantastic cut, but also gave me great advice. My hair has never looked better. Thanks James!

James is amazing!!! The staff is very friendly and the salon is clean and welcoming. I cannot wait to get my hair done again.

Way overpriced. I was looking for a simple haircut while I was in town after I stopped by another barber in the same building I made my way upstairs. I told him not to touch the top, which he didn’t, only cut the sides. Even though I asked why he wouldn’t use a buzzer because it is not hard to make a decent fade. After probably less than a 20 min haircut he charges me $ 65!!! Outrageous for a men’s haircut, let alone he didn’t even touch my top, where he would actually have to use scissors. Instead using them on the sides for a haircut that could have been done In 10 mins with a buzzer. Too overpriced

James is the best stylist in SF and beyond. I’ve been going to him for at least 5 years and my hair has never looked better. Nobody knows more about hair than James.
What I appreciate the most is that he cares about the health of my hair and considers that when helping me make style decisions. I have definitely tested his skills, going from blonde to dark brown and back to very blonde. Each time he has been careful to maintain the integrity of my hair while also making it look fabulous.
Each visit to the salon is a great experience. He has a very talented team of upcoming rockstars that he skillfully trains. He truly cares about his clients, his staff and having fun and that shows in the awesome salon he has created.

I’ve had Jefferson cutting my hair consistently for over a year now. I’ve never been more pleased with a great location, great atmosphere, welcoming staff, and most importantly a stellar haircut every time. Thank you!

James is not only incredibly cool personally, his salon and staff are wicked awesome as well. Highly skilled masters at their craft, I felt so listened to and well taken-​care of by everyone I spoke to. 11/​10, would highly recommend to everyone looking for a truly slick San Francisco experience. Having James and Erika create magic is not to be missed. And I LOVE MY HAIR.

What a sigh of relief. I am from L.A. and used to only the best stylist/​colorist in Beverly Hills. After moving to the Bay Area, I tried numerous colorists over the course of 3 years!!! My hair went from gorgeous colored-​blonded to damaged, fried, and brassy!!! As someone who is accustomed to the best of the best, this was unacceptable. I needed help! Finally, I found James Colgan Salon. I have been going to James for seven months and in that time he has turned my hair around. He uses cutting-​edge techniques to care for my colored hair and, as a result, he is the only man I trust to touch my hair. The salon is situated on the top floor in central Union Square. You cannot beat the view!!! Free Jigar wine by the glass and chocloate is served throughtout. It’s more than a hair cut, it’s an experience! BTW, James himself is the best. A loveable, attractive Irishman with a gift for all things hair that is absoltulely undeniable!!!

If your seeking a true San Francisco hair salon, this is the salon you need to go to. I have literally spent hours in this place, so I should know. Chocolate, Coffee, Champagne, great views. James and his staff will take care of you. Erika and Kyle are so sweet and professional. They are always up to date on the latest fashion and techniques. I keep my hair platinum blonde, yet I am naturally a dark brunette. If you don’t know, this is the most difficult and potentially dangerous process you can do to your hair. I have gone to other San Francisco salons that literally turned me away because they were afraid of this challenge. Not here. Thank you James for always making sure I look my best!

I’ve been going to James for the past 2 years and I absolutely love it. The entire experience is amazing. Beautiful space, amazing views, friendly and talented stylists. I always walk out with a great cut and a smile on my face. I’ve recommended many of my friends to the salon and they’ve also had great experiences.

Erika and James are an awesome pair n make a great team!

Love it!
Who can beat a salon with such a fabulous view of the city? One of the very first things I noticed was the view and the great lighting, perfect for seeing the results of your new hair (and not to mention perfect selfie lighting!)
James and the stylists were very accommodating and friendly. I went in without expectations, but have been desiring a new summer look. Not only did I come out with a fresh caramel blonde but the perfect cut for my lob (long bob), which was just what I’ve been searching for in a haircut!
Thanks again, James!

Simply Amazing!!! Beautiful and clean space with the most talented and friendly staff. When I walked in to the salon, I was warmly greeted and felt welcome throughout the entire time. Not to mention, the complimentary wine was a nice touch.
A special shoutout to James and Kyle who are both such talented professionals and experts in their field. They’re also personable and know how to make someone feel special :)
I highly recommend this salon to everyone and I will definitely be back soon!

These guys really know how to work magic.
It was a rainy day in San Francisco, I was looking like a hot mess, had an even to attend the next day, and needed a makeover. James missed my call the first time, but immediately called me back and set me up with Jefferson on the same day.
Jefferson is talented and connects with his customers to give them a great head of hair and leave them feeling confident and happy. Staff is just simply amazing, regardless of who you get.
The best part? As you’re getting your 5 star cut, the view from your seat is Union Square.
In comparison to other salons in the city, it was an fairly pricey cut, but you get what you pay for. I’ve been to about 5 other places in the city and I’d rather pay the extra money at JCUS to leave feeling confident in my look rather than going to another place feeling like I made a mistake.

This review is for Desiree Barrera. I recently booked an appointment with Desiree for a haircut. I had pretty specific instructions for her as to what I wanted and didn’t want. I can be a bit difficult to please when it comes to getting a cut or style so I was hoping Des would be able to take my instructions and work magic on her end. Des was not only able to give me exactly what I wanted, she also took the time to educated me on my type of hair and made sure I understood what she was doing before she cut.
Des specializes on the American Wave, a non-​perm, curling and waving system without the harsh active ingredient ammonia thioglycolate. The result? The hair is left having a soft, wavy look thats healthy. It’s a short-​term (few months) «beachy» look. It’s worth noting that no one else in SF does this. Two of my friends went to Des for the American Wave and absolutely LOVED it, that’s how I found her. Highly recommended!