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awa thiam, owner
Awa's African Hair Braiding
(8 Reviews)
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109 East Broad Street Richmond, VA 23219
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(8 Reviews)
Expertise
5 star average for Expertise
Service
5 star average for Service
Recommended
4.5 star average for Recommended
Environment
4 star average for Environment
Staff
3.5 star average for Staff
Value
3 star average for Value
I made an appointment for 8:30 a.m. and I was not done until 8:00 p.m. for box braids. I got the impression that the owner was more concerned about getting as many customers as she could instead of taking care of the ones who came into the shop early in the morning.

When I expressed my concerns the women started downing me in their native language. Anyone who gets their hair braided understands what I mean. We may not know what they are saying, but we understand they are talking about us. They made sure they helped each other, but refused to help my braider. She had to braid my hair all by herself for twelve hours.

They also had the air that you are just a black woman who needs braids and we are superior Africans so deal with it. Again if you get your hair braided you know what I mean.

Just giving my experience.
by toni775 xxx.xxx.78.52
January 05, 2016
I love going to the salon . The ladies are friendly and up on the lastest styles
by Loretta xxx.xxx.85.250
July 12, 2015
Was it easy to find parking at this salon?
Yes, it was convenient
Was the staff at this salon friendly?
Yes
Did this stylist ever take personal phone calls during your beauty treatment?
No, they've never taken personal calls with me
Were you satisfied with your beauty treatment?
Yes
Was this provider compassionate to you and your situation?
Yes
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.66.6
March 12, 2014
Did this salon use current and safe equipment?
Yes
Was the staff at this salon friendly?
They were decent
Was this salon clean?
It was satisfactory
Did this salon have reasonable prices?
They were decent, but not very affordable
Did the staff at this salon pressure you to purchase unnecessary products?
No, my decisions were always respected
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.216.223
March 04, 2014
Did your hair stylist make sure he/she didn't spray water in your face?
Absolutely. The stylist was very careful to make sure I stayed completely dry.
Was it easy to make an appointment with this salon?
Yes! It was effortless!
Did this provider have an entertaining selection of waiting area magazines?
Yes
Would you refer a friend or family member to this salon?
Yes
Was the staff at this salon friendly?
Yes
by SOPHY xxx.xxx.178.85
February 21, 2014
It was very easy to get an appointment. They have a very flexible schedule and get me in quickly every time. I was in awe at the level of service I received. They completely surpassed all my expectations and I will absolutely be going back. I’d choose them over any other salon anywhere. They have the best service I’ve ever seen. The waiting area here is extremely spacious. There is never overcrowding and everything is spaced appropriately. I love that they never cancel their appointments last minute here. I can always count on them to be there for me.They also made my braids fabulous! I always go to them when looking for good senegalese twists and I think I will keep going to them so long as there in business
by Alice Dorffenmyer xxx.xxx.221.72
January 22, 2014
They used to be good back in the day. Now they have so many yound people working for them as well as older people that dont braid like they use to. The technique is different I got sinegelese twist and they were so thick I couldnt even put them in a ponytail. Would suggest you looking elsewhere.
by n/a xxx.xxx.8.188
May 22, 2013
Did this provider thoroughly explain the risks and benefits of your treatment?
Yes, they made sure I had all the information I needed to make a decision
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.66.179
August 25, 2011
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109 East Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23219