David Ryan Salon - New York (NY)

5 /5 KARINA GRETCHEN SUTHERLAND: Quality at the top, the best of the best. Madion Russo is the best stylist color and haircut design in all Hells Kitchen area, not only did a spectacular balayage perfect blending color but also my hair didn’t dry at all with the process, I absolutely recommend him.

5 /5 Nicole Bartner: Here’s the thing. We live in Vermont and, may I just say, it can be CHALLENGING, to get a good haircut in The Green Mountain State. So there’s that. But also, Miranda has been keeping her hair waist long forEVER and was just not able to wrap her mind around actually cutting it. As in getting a style and framing her face and just losing some of all that. And, again, the stylists in Vermont were not “helpful” in making any kind of change. So we were FINALLY going to be able to get back to NYC and I decided I would take the opportunity to take Miranda to an actual, legit salon where a stylist with knowledge, experience and skill would be able to do some “makeover” magic. But! I also needed that stylist to bring the Good Vibes and the Positive Energy to make this a GOOD experiences for Miranda. You know? Back in the 80s, when I was coming up and would sometimes get my hair done in NYC the “salon vibe” was, frankly, STRAIGHT MEAN. Like everyone was snotty and rude and mean. Probably because they were all also starving themselves in a doomed attempt to get that starved look that was ALL the craze back then. Also, of course, I have curly hair and that was just not a thing. It was never a good, fun, positive experience for me. But I’m GROWN these days and figured I could direct the whole situation as required to steer it in the right direction. I didn’t have to. Every aspect of our visit to David Ryan Salon was pretty much perfect. I chose David Ryan because we were staying in The Garment District and I knew I could find a place, walking distance, in Hell’s Kitchen. So I went online and read through descriptions and services offered and online reviews. David Ryan Salon, in the heart of Hell’s Kitchen, is a GORGEOUS spot. The interior is really just perfect. It was quiet while we were there, but also we’d brought 2 small toddlers with us. So that was just as well. When I booked Miranda’s appointment I chose to request a Master Stylist. Because, WHY NOT? Two things: if you’re paying a professional to do something, get the good one! Also, there is no such thing as a good, cheap haircut. That being said, Miranda’s cut and style was $130. Which, IMO, is NOT expensive for an excellent haircut from a skilled stylist. Miranda’s stylist was Madion Russo. I HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend Madion. Not only is he EXTREMELY good at what he does. He is kind. Kindness goes A LONG way my friends. Especially when you are talking to someone about their personal appearance and, helping them to change it. Not only did he give Miranda a BEAUTIFUL haircut, he talked to her about coloring and conditioning and styling and ALL THE THINGS in such an easy, approachable way. He tailored his service to his client and was just amazing. I cannot recommend David Ryan Salon and, particularly Madion Russo highly enough. We’ll be back!

5 /5 Lulu Eltouny: I couldn’t be more thrilled with this salon. The vibe is great and even during these difficult times, you are greeted warmly with a smile you can see through their masks , and immediately feel at home. Scheduling is easy and seamless either online or through the phone system. The entire vibe of the salon is one of beauty, friendliness, liveliness, and fun. It’s easy to see that the stylists collectively love what they do, each other, and especially their clients. The conversation is always hilarious and inclusive. You are not only getting beautified, but expect to laugh, be entertained, and feel uplifted and encouraged during your time here. My stylist is Robert. He always takes his time to explain and set realistic expectations , doing whatever it takes to see to it that you leave with a smile on your face. He is incredibly accommodating and even came in on his day off the day before I was moving , to make sure that I left with a memorable haircut, colour and style. He’s extremely precise and takes a great deal of pride in his work, which is always amazing. I literally went from hating my hair to absolutely loving it (like unable to stop looking in the mirror loving it). Robert is kind, hardworking, and honest. Add to it that he is one of the most gifted stylists to whom I’ve had the honor of entrusting my hair. Thank you , Robert and David Ryan salon!

5 /5 Alicha Scott: I love Madion! He is so amazing & very knowledgeable! He looked at my hair and knew exactly what I needed. He also did my make up, which looked fabulous! My only problem Is that I live in South Carolina and he’s in New York. He’s worth a trip to NYC every six months!! I can’t wait to see you then!!

1 /5 Chloe Nicole: Absolutely Horrible Experience – Unprofessional & Insensitive I had the worst experience imaginable at this salon with Madison. From the moment I walked in, he trashed my hair, making harsh and unnecessary comments about its condition. I’ve been dealing with significant hair loss, which is already difficult, and instead of being supportive or professional, he made me feel miserable. I was already anxious about my hair, and his cruel remarks only made it worse. As if that wasn’t enough, he went out of his way to make sure I had multiple photos on my phone to remind me of how “bad” my hair was. Who does that?! Instead of helping me feel better, he made sure I had a lasting reminder of something I’m already struggling with. It was beyond insensitive—it was cruel. He made bizarre statements like, “I’m not going to let you use heat on your hair for a year.” It’s one thing to give advice—it’s another to make controlling, condescending statements like that. The entire experience was deeply uncomfortable. On top of that, I hated my haircut. I always part my hair in the center, which we discussed before he started, yet I left with a side part. The length is also at least an inch shorter than we agreed upon. When I got home, I had to restyle my hair myself because I was so unhappy with how he did it at the salon. Instead of feeling refreshed and confident, I left feeling worse than before. A haircut should be a relaxing and positive experience—not humiliating and dreadful. I would never recommend this salon to anyone, especially not Madison. Unprofessional, insensitive, and completely unacceptable.