
DonLinh
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About DonLinh
On Friesenwall 76 in Koln, DonLinh is a hairdressing salon run by two brothers, Don and Linh, who work the chairs together. The salon opens Tuesday to Saturday and stays closed on Mondays and Sundays. Appointments are recommended, though walk-ins may be accepted for those without one booked. A haircut here is finished with a blow dry as part of the service, rounding out the visit rather than leaving styling to the client. With two brothers running the floor, the salon keeps a small, consistent team rather than rotating stylists in and out. The Friesenwall address places it within easy reach for regular trims and finishes across the working week.
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention haircut quality, blow dry styling, reasonable pricing and back-to-back appointments.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention haircut quality, blow dry styling, reasonable pricing and back-to-back appointments.
Customer Review Summary
Haircuts here draw consistent praise, with several reviewers calling the results fast, accurate, and reliable, and multiple describe finally finding "their salon" in Cologne thanks to stylists who listen closely and tailor the cut to hair type and texture. The blow dry gets singled out as a highlight by one reviewer, and the price is repeatedly called reasonable. One diner notes the pace between appointments feels like a conveyor belt with barely a gap between clients. A more serious complaint comes from a reviewer who booked highlights expecting a soft, natural root transition, but received color only on the top of the head, an unnatural visible root line even after washing, and no response after repeated attempts to reach the salon to resolve it, despite being satisfied with the haircut itself. Beyond that account, most describe returning repeatedly over years without disappointment.
Customer Review Summary
Haircuts here draw consistent praise, with several reviewers calling the results fast, accurate, and reliable, and multiple describe finally finding "their salon" in Cologne thanks to stylists who listen closely and tailor the cut to hair type and texture. The blow dry gets singled out as a highlight by one reviewer, and the price is repeatedly called reasonable. One diner notes the pace between appointments feels like a conveyor belt with barely a gap between clients. A more serious complaint comes from a reviewer who booked highlights expecting a soft, natural root transition, but received color only on the top of the head, an unnatural visible root line even after washing, and no response after repeated attempts to reach the salon to resolve it, despite being satisfied with the haircut itself. Beyond that account, most describe returning repeatedly over years without disappointment.
Featured reviews
- Raphaela Baumann
“I had an appointment for highlights and a haircut. It was particularly important to me that the result looked natural and that my roots would grow out softly without needing to touch up the color after just two months. I clearly communicated this beforehand and showed them several reference pictures – including examples I liked as well as those that definitely didn't match my expectations. Ultimately, the coloring was done only on the top of my head, which hadn't been discussed with me beforehand. To better assess the color and the transition, I asked them to blow-dry my hair straight, as I naturally have curly hair. After the coloring and cut were finished, I already had a clearly visible and, to me, unnatural root line instead of a soft, natural transition. I wanted to give myself some time to assess the result and went home. However, it became even more apparent there that the roots already looked very unnatural. About two hours after leaving the salon, I went back and raised the issue again in person. I specifically explained that the transition looked too unnatural and the roots too noticeable, and asked if we could find a solution. I was then told that my hair had been blow-dried straight and that the roots wouldn't be visible with my natural curls. Although I was skeptical, I went along with it at the time, as I wanted to trust the professional assessment and expertise. We agreed that I could contact them again if the result still didn't meet my expectations after washing. Unfortunately, the roots were still very visible even after washing (see photos, 4 days after the salon visit). Furthermore, other people commented on it. Since I generally find it difficult to express criticism, I subsequently contacted Linh again via social media to try and find a solution together. Unfortunately, I haven't received a reply to my message to this day. I find it particularly disappointing that I didn't feel heard as a customer, even though I tried several times to communicate my concerns and find a solution together. I'm giving two stars because I was satisfied with the haircut. Overall, however, I'm disappointed with the experience and wouldn't visit the salon again.”
- Andy
“Finally, I found my place in Cologne. The hairdresser was very welcoming and knew what was best for my kind of hair while giving me plenty of recommendations.”
- N.T.
“I FINALLY found my salon in Cologne! Linh and his brother Don have a beautifully-decorated salon that makes you feel like a special client. Don listens to you, takes his time, and, in addition to a beautiful cut, the blow dry makes you feel like a QUEEN. The cherry on top: the price is very reasonable!”
- Marieke Trongthiang
“Quick, efficient, friendly and with fabulous results. I have been here for many years and have never been disappointed. A great experience each and every single time.”
- Al So
“Nice friendly salon run by two brothers Don and Linh :). Everything is great except they are a bit like a conveyor belt with not even a minutes gap between customers lol 😂. Centrally located. …”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
- Closed
Good to know
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- Good for kidsGood for kids
Amenities
- Good for kids
- Has toilet
- Appointments recommended
Location
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| DonLinh | 4.8132 | — | haircut quality, blow dry styling, reasonable pricing |
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| Hairdresser EMREM | 4.3427 | 3.5 km | thinning method haircut, kids' haircut car seat, razor cut technique |
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