Absalon
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About Absalon
Absalon is a hair salon on Rue Meyerbeer in Nice, set in a room with vintage American 70s-style decor and well-worn barber chairs. Haircuts are joined by beard trims, giving men a second reason to book alongside a cut. The salon opens Tuesday to Saturday and stays closed Mondays and Thursdays and Sundays, so the week runs on a fixed rhythm rather than daily hours. Appointments are recommended, though walk-ins may be accepted for those passing by without one booked in. Payment at the counter is cash only, worth knowing before a visit since cards are not an option here. The barber chairs and the decor give the space a distinct, older-style feel that carries through the haircut and beard service alike.
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention shop decor and atmosphere, beard trim, haircut consistency issues and manager's friendliness.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention shop decor and atmosphere, beard trim, haircut consistency issues and manager's friendliness.
Customer Review Summary
Most reviewers return specifically for haircuts from the salon's manager, repeatedly praised as friendly, welcoming, and professional, with several noting she delivers a "perfect haircut every time." The beard service also draws distinct praise, with one reviewer calling it "the best place in Nice to have your beard done." Close behind the haircuts themselves, the decor stands out: reviewers describe a "slightly American 70s vibe," calling it clean, well-maintained, and pleasant-smelling, which several say puts them immediately at ease. A recurring caveat surfaces among a couple of reviewers: one describes the stylist cutting hair his usual way despite being shown reference pictures and given specific instructions, and another separately calls the haircut experience "awful," though adding the beard service was better. Beyond haircuts and beard trims, reviewers mention "friendly" service broadly, with several simply calling the visit "phenomenal" or "awesome" without further detail.
Customer Review Summary
Most reviewers return specifically for haircuts from the salon's manager, repeatedly praised as friendly, welcoming, and professional, with several noting she delivers a "perfect haircut every time." The beard service also draws distinct praise, with one reviewer calling it "the best place in Nice to have your beard done." Close behind the haircuts themselves, the decor stands out: reviewers describe a "slightly American 70s vibe," calling it clean, well-maintained, and pleasant-smelling, which several say puts them immediately at ease. A recurring caveat surfaces among a couple of reviewers: one describes the stylist cutting hair his usual way despite being shown reference pictures and given specific instructions, and another separately calls the haircut experience "awful," though adding the beard service was better. Beyond haircuts and beard trims, reviewers mention "friendly" service broadly, with several simply calling the visit "phenomenal" or "awesome" without further detail.
Featured reviews
- Matt Schreiber
“Phenomenal experience with Annick. I try to get a haircut whenever I travel and Annick is up there with the best of them. Would highly recommend getting a haircut here if you’re in the area.”
- Colin Moon
“I can highly recommend Absalon Hair Dressers. Finding a good barber when travelling can be difficult, however, Annick did a marvellous job - very happy!”
- Awetijah Blum
“The most beautiful barbershop I've ever seen! The decor is truly incredible, with a slightly American 70s vibe that gives the place so much style. You immediately feel at ease. Plus, the shop smells amazing, and everything is clean and well-maintained. The manager is extremely friendly, very welcoming, and professional. You can tell she loves her job and takes good care of her clients. Honestly, I recommend it 100%, whether for the quality of the haircut or simply for the atmosphere of the shop.”
- Patrice (Riviera 06)
“💈 At Annick's, you don't just come for a haircut… you come for a hair epic. 😃 As soon as you step through the door of her salon, you're transported to another world: one where the chairs have seen De Gaulle, where the towels are warmer …”
- M. Etienne
“An amazing hairdresser!! It's always a joy to go to this magical place; you leave with lots of stories and a perfect haircut every time 🤩 …”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Closed
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
- Closed
Good to know
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- Good for kidsGood for kids
Amenities
- Good for kids
- Appointments recommended
Location
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