506 salon 506 Polk Street, Monterey, CA 93940

"I am new to town, which the owner and my stylist were aware of. I got lost on my way to the salon and was about 11 minutes late. I do not text and drive otherwise I would’ve reached out to let them know. When I arrived and was asked how I could be helped I stated “I am here for my appointment with ——.” The response I got from the stylist was, “ oh well she left since you’re late. She thought you just weren’t coming. Have a seat.” This made me extremely uncomfortable as I am sure it would make anyone. My stylist did return to the salon and was nice throughout the service. However, I felt like I was the butt of the joke throughout the service amongst the other stylist. On multiple occasions I caught the other stylist making eye contact and laughing at me/my responses. Of course this is all subjective but it did not seem to be a coincidence. I requested to have my hair dyed a deep dark brown with red undertones/highlights (I was a faded cowboy copper). I showed 3 different photos. I always give the stylist full control as I trust their professionalism and expertise. I left with dark roots that faded into my faded cowboy copper the remainder of my hair length. I did not notice this in the salon because I was so uncomfortable after my experience that I couldn’t wait to run out of there. The service total ended up being $230, which is reasonable for a good experience and to receive what you expected. I move around a ton and have had my hair cut, colored, styled, etc in many states/cities. I am always the new customer and have never left a salon feeling so down about myself. I usually leave excited rushing home to show my husband. So for that price to not get the color I wanted and to have left with a pit in my stomach, it’s disappointing. I want to reiterate that my stylist was nice and I am hopeful she would’ve tweaked the color if I would’ve noticed it while still in the salon. I just didn’t have the confidence to stay. I am saddened by the experience."

"This is a fabulous salon and so beautiful inside. Everyone is so nice and friendly. Zoe has been doing my hair for 6 years. She is an exceptional Stylist, who is an expert with blonde highlights and haircuts. She is also a wonderful lady. It’s always such a treat to get my hair done by her."

"Belinda gives the best haircuts! I'm always satisfied with how my hair turns out here. On top of that, it's beautifully decorated and has kindhearted staff who are always smiling and often joking around with each other. It's a great experience to visit here for a haircut and I highly recommend it. If you plan to go here, just be sure to reserve a spot a week or two in advance."

"I have insane hair- half curly, half straight- and acres of it. Cherie is INCREDIBLE. She is not only super chill, creative, stylish and funny, but she has been able to tame my wild beast into submission and even gave me a cute set of bangs that I've been able to maintain for over two years now. Her husband Pete also gave me a trim once and did a stellar job. This salon is well located (hello Alta Bakery after), ultra clean, and hip. Definite 5 star experience. Kind humans work here that will make your haggard hair happy."

"Salon 506 is warm and inviting. It has an upscale and posh feel without the attitude that sometimes goes along with that. All of the stylist are super friendly and extremely talented. Tiffany has done my hair exclusively for 5 years and I won't go anywhere else."