Category:
Hair Salons
Neighbourhoods: Yorkville, Downtown Core
4.5 stars
Is it just me or whenever I call a salon in Toronto (that's not over $200 for a service), they are always booked, booked, booked? It's really difficult to get something last minute. Not only did I call 6 different salons who couldn't get me…More »
Category:
Hair Salons
Neighbourhoods: St. Lawrence, Downtown Core
VIBE
Very chic. White and sparkly all around. You feel like you're part of the cool club even if you're not. But the staff make you feel welcome right away. And if you're super nice, they may even give you a beer. Best. Salon. Everrrr. Allan is such…More »
VIBE - KING AND BATHURST LOCATION
Blo salon is a great concept: you can come in for a quick blow out and don't have to pay exorbitant prices or wait like at a regular salon (okay, you wait a little bit. Keep this in mind if you are in a rush and…More »
Category:
Hair Salons
Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant and Davisville
I had a WagJag here last year and I remember my appointment vividly.
The reception was very good. They called and reminded me of my appointment and were very friendly and knowledgeable regarding the specifics of my coupon. They were very prompt in…More »
Category:
Hair Salons
Neighbourhoods: Yonge and St. Clair, Deer Park
VIBE
Blowdry Lounge is in a small space tucked away on Yonge south of St. Clair.
Unlike its competitors, you can get a hair cut here. And Beni is the best. The BEST!
No fuss. No muss. I felt completely at home the moment I talked to him. He brings…More »
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Libations (42)Where to get a good stiff...drink. |
King West and environs (13)King and Spadina area to Bathurst and Wellington area. Includes Spadina, Adelaide et al. |
Hipster Havens (27)pretty self explanatory. Look for lots of Plaid and disheveled hair but good eats and drinks. |
Junction (1)Use your conjunctions in what is the weirdest-to-get-to neighbourhood I've found in the city. But it's a gem! |
Annex (5)St. George to Bathurst on Bloor and north to Davenport/Dupont. |
Last Chance for Romance (22)From First Date to Save the Date, where to take your sweetie. |
Mexicana (12)Mexican food. I'm a fan. |
All Time Favourites (14)The Near.Afar. approved all time faves in terms of service and quality. Places that get my service time and again. |
Dive Bars (8)Let's jump off that board, shall we? |
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333 Useful, 205 Funny, and 250 Cool
East York, ON
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