Kadiza Hair Braiding
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About Kadiza Hair Braiding
Kadiza Hair Braiding is a hairdresser on W Franklin St in Baltimore, offering box braids, cornrows, twists, and weaves, with hair provided, washed, and dried as part of the service. Though booking is listed as by appointment, the shop actually runs first come first serve, so clients are seated in the order they arrive rather than by a set time slot. Payment is cash only, a detail worth planning for before a visit. It opens daily, giving flexibility for those looking to fit a braiding appointment around a changing schedule rather than committing to a fixed weekday slot.
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention braids too tight, hair falling out after braiding, box braids and first come first serve appointments.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention braids too tight, hair falling out after braiding, box braids and first come first serve appointments.
Customer Review Summary
Braids and twists draw returning customers here, with several longtime clients citing years of consistent results and one describing painless twists after stylists adjusted for sensitivity to tension. Cornrows and box braids also come up often, and service is described as quick, clean, and reasonably priced by some, with weaves and family-friendly flexibility noted as well. But a significant number of reviewers describe rough handling: one says a cornrow braider pulled too tight and later ripped out braids causing hair loss, another reports frizzy braids within a week and an unexpected upcharge after a second braider assisted, and a third calls the shop unhygienic and says it lacked pins for the requested style. Appointment scheduling is also flagged, with one reviewer turned away despite booking days ahead for a daughter's portrait appointment. Positive visits mention the owner personally correcting an unwanted style on the spot when a client was unhappy with the result.
Customer Review Summary
Braids and twists draw returning customers here, with several longtime clients citing years of consistent results and one describing painless twists after stylists adjusted for sensitivity to tension. Cornrows and box braids also come up often, and service is described as quick, clean, and reasonably priced by some, with weaves and family-friendly flexibility noted as well. But a significant number of reviewers describe rough handling: one says a cornrow braider pulled too tight and later ripped out braids causing hair loss, another reports frizzy braids within a week and an unexpected upcharge after a second braider assisted, and a third calls the shop unhygienic and says it lacked pins for the requested style. Appointment scheduling is also flagged, with one reviewer turned away despite booking days ahead for a daughter's portrait appointment. Positive visits mention the owner personally correcting an unwanted style on the spot when a client was unhappy with the result.
Featured reviews
- ReeRee Johnson
“I've been going here since 2008 they always get me right no matter what stylist does my braids. I've had many different styles including weaves done here. You won't be disappointed.”
- Ryisa Clark
“The owner of the shop was not very nice. We agreed on a price when she started on my hair. Then asked for extra when the other braider had to help. She was rough with my hair and my braids looked very frizzy the next week. This was the most uncomfortable experience I’ve ever had going to an African braiding shop!! NEVER EVER AGAIN!!!”
- Naya Morris
“Just know…FIRST COME FIRST SERVE they are not good with appointments but…….I love them so much. They treat you like family and is very flexible with your children. Hair always comes out nice and neat. hair provided and they wash and dry. I’ve been coming here for almost 5 years and this is the only place I go to get my braids done.”
- Kimberly Obioha
“Got my hair cornrowed here and the lady braided my hair way to tight. Went back next day to be loosened and she ripped up some of my cornrows causing my hair to fall out. Terrible beware of this place they dont care about our hair and they are to rough. Only want money should have gotten refund.”
- Sherri Liburd
“I called and made an appointment 3 days prior to today which is Sunday at 12noon to get my daughter's hair braided for her Senior portraits. I arrived on time and the two ladies in the Kadiza's shop said they were busy and I said I made …”
Hours
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Good to know
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- Good for kidsGood for kids
Amenities
- Good for kids
- On-site services available
- Has toilet
- Appointment required
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- Planning· 1
- Appointments recommended
Location
Hair Salons near Kadiza Hair Braiding
- 4.9 mi
wash and roller set, hair straightening/blowout, reasonable prices
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kadiza Hair Braiding | 4.093 | — | braids too tight, hair falling out after braiding, box braids |
| Divine Dominican Hair Salon | 4.2172 | 4.9 mi | wash and roller set, hair straightening/blowout, reasonable prices |
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