“I love this place. My hair stylist Richard is so good I’ve been driving from St. Paul to Minneapolis for years for regular colorings and cuttings. Plus, they treat you like royalty — they even serve free cappuccinos.

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“Going to Salon Rouge is like taking an excursion to a Parisian boutique - not that I have ever been to Paris but the owners of the salon certainly have. Richard Staab, the owner/stylist, is a collector who has captured Paris and put it right into his boutique salon.

Salon Rouge is tucked in the same brownstone that houses Eli’s; when you walk past the salon it has a rather unassuming store front. But once you enter, it is truly like being in another world. The rich, vibrant colours and the calming scents that permeate the salon are an experience in itself. Truly, you have to go inside to get the feel of the most beautiful salon in all of Minneapolis (and I have been to quite a few of them).

I come to Salon Rouge to get my hair colored by Richard, and to buy the awesome cosmetic products that the salon houses. The scents for the home are so relaxing; they are scents that both men and women can enjoy. I am enamored by the Comme des Garcon scents; I actually use one of the body sprays as I iron my clothes because it’s soft and refreshing at the same time.

You simply have to come to this salon for nothing else but to experience it. Absolutely beautiful!!
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“Yet another great establishment in my new neighborhood! I cannot tell you how enjoyable the experiences have been! And I have to say, I think the prices are reasonable considering the quality of service they provide even though they are rated $$$!

The decor of the salon cannot be compared to - the Parisian art and feel of the shop makes you completely relaxed.  It is obvious that the owner has done a lot to make this an Experience not just another trip to the salon.  

They offer you a multitude of beverages to enjoy while you are getting your bimonthly cut and color and offer a lot in the way of boutique like shopping (home scents, jewelry, trinkets, etc).

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“Since moving to the twin cities over a year ago i’ve been a bit of ‘goldioe locks and the right hair dresser’.  I’ve been to quite a few salons in the past year, and no stylist was quite right.  Until I came here.  I used a groupon and saw Jessica - not only did a get a killer deal with the groupon I finally found my salon, and stylist.  The salon is absolutely adorable - very quaint, yet quirky french decor.  Jessica was just incredible.  She took her time with the color and the cut and really listened to what I wanted - i’ve never had a stylist take such care with my hair before.  Not only did she do a phenomenal job with my hair she also was incredibly personable and easy to talk to - definitely not forced or awkward at all.  We talked about other ideas for what to do with my hair that i’ve wanted to try but haven’t really trusted anyone yet enough to do so but i’ll be back to see her and see what else she can do.  So excited to finally have my salon home!

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“I came here for their eco-friendly keratin treatment, and it turns out that the ambience, product line, level of service, and overall coolness factor sold me as a longer-term customer.

I was originally going to Rocco Altobelli, the student salon, which is cheap and they do a great job.  But for slightly more, I can go to Salon Rouge, have a conversation with a super interesting stylist (Charlotte), enjoy some of the most excellent vintage furniture and decor I’ve ever seen (much of it Victorian era, which is obviously the best historic period), have a higher quality of products, and feel like a celebrity in downtown Minneapolis whilst sipping complimentary wine!”