Rodi Salon

The receptionist who answered my call was very sweet and professional. I was able to make an appointment less than 24 hours in advance for a Ouidad cut (for curly hair). Asked for an average cost so I don’t get surprised when I got there.
Very easy to find location with designated spots for Rodi customers. I was greeted warmly by the front staff and introduced to my stylist Sat.
We had a consultation (was extremely nervous since I hadn’t gotten a cut in a while). However, Sat reassured me that my hair would do great with this type of cut. She seemed very knowledgeable and indeed she was! My hair is amazing. I love my cut, the curls and the styling products she used. My hair is way shorter than I wanted but there was so much damage that had to go. I am definitely going back in 4 months for my reshape hair cut.

I had my hair highlighted and had the exact formula my previous stylist used for 20 years with no problem. Wells 4L 13 vol bleach (no heat); Tu in between fouls w/​color touch (Demi-​permanent) ⁸⁄₀ + ⁷⁄₀ double 6 volume 30 minutes. I was told by the stylist they used this product and after I explained in detail I wanted the color brushed between the foils like the written instructions. She said she could do it. The coloring is done in an area where you cannot see what is being done because there is no mirror. My cut looked good and the color looked good in the mirror before I left the salon.
But when I got home I looked at my roots they still had a considerable amount of gray roots. I went back the next day and the salon owner said he did not know what happened because she was new and had not seen what she had done. He said he could color the parts that were gray and I told him that would cover up my highlights I just paid for. He said he would try and not cover my highlights. I am not an idiot but that would be impossible. So I agreed to do that at a later date and made an appointment and he said he would color my roots but if I wanted highlights I would have to pay for that. I already paid for that.
I went home and thought about it and called back to try and get my money back because I did not trust that they would fix it correctly and I would not end up with what I requested verbally and in written form. I did not want to pay a salon a second time for what they could not do correctly the first time and coloring just my roots would negate my $ 150 highlights. I only was able to squeeze $ 75 credit from them. Now I have to go and pay a second time for the complete coloring process for it to be right.

I’ve still been getting my hair cut here and have been quite happy. The entire team there are super friendly and of course I love my fabulous stylist Sharbel. Even if I’m stressed out and grumpy he always gives me a good laugh with great stories and of course my hair cut. I told him about my wedding and he gave me some ideas on how to style my hair (I was getting married out of town). It is pricey for the Ouidad hair cut, but given that I only need to go every few months as opposed to every six weeks of spending $ 40 the price works out in the end. Its just I have to get over the sticker shock when I pay the bill and leave my tip. But in all honestly my hair can be difficult so if I have to pay a premium for a good cut I’m happy with then that’s the way it goes.

HORRIBLE!!! I got my hair done here for prom and it looked atrocious. I forget the guy’s name, but it took him two and a a half hours to do something I could have done in 30 minutes AT MOST. After I told him my hair doesn’t hold curls well he continued brushing them out to the point where there were none left. My hair was already flat and seemingly identical to what it was when I walked in by the time I paid. Also, I was expecting shampoo, dry, and style. He simply told me that he would be better off just styling it immediately. Horrible, horrible, horrible!!! Can’t believe I wasted my money on this when I could have made my hair look a million times better.

Extremely expensive and didn’t like my haircut. Very disappointed. He is a funny guy but I’m not paying to listen to stand up comedy, I came to have my hair professionally cut. Won’t be back and I suspect some of these great reviews on Unilocal are fake.

I love this place. Rodi is lovely and everybody is friendly. My hair stylist is Sat. She has been taking care of my hair for years. I have never been disappointed with her. She never tries to cut my hair short and she always give me a great color and highlights. Her hair cut is excellent! Sat became part of my life!

Rodi Salon was awesome! I really wanted to find a salon that did the Ouidad haircut, thus knowing how to work with curls. Rodi knew exactly my hair type from just a first glance, which was impressive considering the numerous curl types, shapes, textures and sizes. He took the time to hear me voice my concerns and later went step-​by-​step into how to apply the products for my specific curls. Rodi takes customer satisfaction very seriously as he even made sure I did not leave without stocking up on products I needed to maintain my insane mane, at great prices and quantity unheard of in other stores or online.
The cut took a lot of my excess unneeded volume out, made my curls look more defined and healthy. Definitely a more manageable style then before. The Ouidad salon in NYC did not do as thorough of a job, especially with explaining the curl care process.
From the first impression of this salon atmosphere alone you can tell that the experience will be fun yet classy. The entire staff communicated on a professional and personal level and was not at all snobby. Make an appointment at Rodi Salon right now! Don’t worry about the standard pricing, which can be way more insane at chichi under-​quality salons. Would you rather pay for excellent treatment and hair styling or live with subpar hair? (Rodi’s advice to me). Definitely will recommend my family and friends in the future.

Sat is a hairstylist at Rodi and she is absolutely EXCELLENT with women’s hair. She brushes gently, understands exactly what you’re looking for (even when you can’t quite explain what you want), and makes your hair looking and feeling fabulous! Nothing feels fried or frizzed after getting your hair done here.
I typically don’t get my hair cut ‘professionally’ because it’s hard for me to justify the cost; however, after my first appointment with Sat, I have gone back 3 more times — and will continue to go to her.
She was even able to fix my hair when I tried to dye it for the first time, at home and from a box I bought at the store. I guess I have red in my hair so the brown turned out to be a red/​brown. She was able to fix it and it looked great!
The one time I ‘walked-​in’ and Sat was not there, but I needed my hair done that day, so they were very helpful and were able to get me in immediately; however, I did not like the way my hair was done. I walked away feeling over-​charged and unhappy.
I overheard the front desk lady say (when she went to see if another stylist was available), «it’s a girl» and I should have known at that point to walk away. Sharbel did my hair and it was not only more expensive than Sat ($ 75 for a cut), but he didn’t cut it the way I asked or even gave me a style at all… He kind of just cut about ½ inch and cut it straight across (I specifically said I didn’t like it cut straight across). When he was done, I didn’t know — and that’s pretty bad. lol
I’m sure he normally does a good job, but I’m assuming he doesn’t typically cut women’s hair, hence the «it’s a girl» comment.
Because I feel like I completely wasted $ 75, I haven’t had my hair professionally done for almost a year? I’m going to make another appointment with Sat sometime this week and thought I would write a review too :)
Sat is really great and I highly recommend her.

New to the area and this place was recommended. The staff and stylist were very professional and friendly, place looks nice, however with that said I won’t be returning to this place, I never skimp on my hair or shoes for that matter, haha. I don’t mind paying $$$ if I’m walking out of there ready to party! And I didn’t! I was actually a little sad I felt robbed, lol. I got partial highlights, cut, hair color and toner. And it just looked bla! Normally I walk away with a big smile and feeling great, I miss my girl back home! The search continues!!!

Got my first color ever by Leigh the other day. I told her I wanted something noticeable but subtle, not really knowing what that meant. She took my words and went to work, my hair is PERFECT! I highly recommend this salon and Leigh.

My mother and I have been going to Rodi for years, way before he opened his own salon. When it was time to book hair appointments for my wedding, we didn’t think twice about where to go…
My bridal party, mother-​of-​the-​bride, mother-​of-​the-​groom, and I had our hair done by Natasha. We could not have been happier with everyone’s styles– updo’s, low buns/​ponytails, blow-​outs… Natasha was happy to do whatever anyone requested and took the time to touch-​up each girl before we left!
Not only did we have our hair done, but we were also served refreshments! They truly went above and beyond!

Just moved to the area and made an appointment at Rodi’s based on the Unilocal reviews I had read. It IS a 5-​star salon. Sat did a phenominal job on my cut and color. It was more than I am used to paying (again, I’m new to this area so perhaps these are just «normal» prices) but my husband put it into perspective by saying «you get what you pay for». I’ve alrady scheduled my next appointment.

I have extremely curly thick hair and did weeks of research before picking a salon to cut my hair. Rodi-​the salon owner specializes in the ouidad haircut specifically for curly hair types. I went in very skeptical because no one has ever been able to manage my hair and came out of the salon a few hours later in complete amazement. Rodi worked his magical hands and gave me a cut and style like nothing I’ve ever seen before. My hair is sooo curly, no friz, and the weight was taken off! The ouidad haircut is more expensive than others but totally worth it! Trust me!

I honestly can’t speak to what might happen inside of the salon. I called last week for an appointment based on the recommendation of a friend who had been going to a particular stylist for years. When I walked in it was evident that I wasn’t in their system. I was asked if I had texted the stylist, ummmm no I called just like any other normal client. I was asked if I could wait a moment because said stylist was booked. I was and still am desperate for a good cut since my regular guy retired so I said I could wait a bit but didn’t want to be there all day.
She came back to me and asked if I could come back at 4, 3 hours later than my original appointment that was never entered into their system. I left, ended up paying $ 25 for a crap blow out around the corner because I was already in full makeup for the evening. Too bad the people who answer the phone can’t get it right, no way to do business and who knows, maybe I would have been an awesome client!

Natasha (and not of the Bullwinkle fame) is the best colorist and blow out queen around. She has been with me longer than my marriage lasted. 9 years on the marriage, 13 with Natasha… Started with her when she was at Cynia Salon (now closed), then dragged myself out to Reston (ugh) until she joined up with Rodi, who owns Rodi salon.
Personality plus. The best part: she’s honest, she knows color, she is amazing at a blow out and her costs are very very reasonable. some of my crazy friends pay so much more and I don’t know why!
The salon is clean, bright, well maintained and has excellent products. Waxing done as well (thank goodness).
Some chicas hate their hair; i happen to LOVE my hair and even though I waltz in looking like a tornado flew over my head and the gray hair sprouting out, i leave looking 10 years younger… no kidding. Natasha is the queen. If I ever get married again, she’s doing my hair the second time around!

Wow I’m excited I found a great place to cut my hair!!! Friendly service!!! They did a phenomonal job on my layered haircut!!!

Went here to for makeup advice and matching. They were very helpful and friendly as soon as I entered. Would definitely recommend going here for make-​up needs.

I finally found it – after 2 years living in Northern Virginia, today I found my salon.
Let’s rewind a bit. I decided to go red last summer and since chemical red always fades, I turned to henna. I’ve been really happy with it, but wanted to get back to being blond.
I researched salons for awhile, because I don’t want to pay $ 300 for foils, but I also don’t want a hack job, ya know?! Rodi had great reviews on Unilocal,but didn’t have out of control prices — a total win/​win. I called and made an appointment with whoever was available — and luckily got booked with Sat.
Long story, short: Trying to get blond highlights over my red henna DID NOT WORK, as Sat warned me it might not. My roots ended up my natural dirty blond with bright blond highlights (good), but where the henna was, it was red with neon orange highlights (not good). Sat saved the day, though — she immediately applied several primers and was able to stop me from having a heart attack. I ended up walking out more of a brunette with some reddish undertones, but as long as she got rid of the neon orange, I’m happy! Had I gone to a lesser salon, they probably wouldn’t have known how to fix the orange and I would have been S.O.L. But Sat knew just how to fix it.
She also gave me the most impressive blow-​out EVER. I wish I could get my hair that straight every morning on my own!
As traumatizing as the experience was (well, as traumatizing as a hair can be), I was impressed with every aspect of this salon. Sat is EXCELLENT and the rest of the staff was great to interact with, as well.

I got my hair cut and colored by Sat a few weeks ago and I have never been more impressed by a salon. I am not kidding when I tell you this was the BEST haircut I’ve ever gotten. I have a serious head of curly hair but its very complicated hair! Satis the best curly hair stylist I’ve ever met. The color was also perfect on the first try! That has never happened to me before. My hair still looks amazing 2 weeks since the cut and color. Definitely worth the drive out to Vienna from DC. I would recommend Sat to anyone even though I wish I could keep her a secret.

I currently reside in New York City, but lived in the Northern Virginia area for a couple years. I find myself back in VA occasionally to visit family and now I will try to schedule salon appointments at Rodi Salon & Spa whenever I am down there.
You might ask me-​why would I wait to get my hair done in Nova, when there are so many well renown salons and stylists in New York? A horrible experience in a well known salon in NYC might be the reason why. I’m a natural brunette but the stylist gave me BLONDE CHUNKS when I asked for very natural looking highlights. NOT PLATINUM chunks! I was so horrified, I decided not to go back to the salon again to ask them to fix it. I was disappointed because it was my first NYC hair salon experience and I expected so much more.
A week after the NYC salon mishap. I went down to VA and found myself by the Tysons Corner area and decided I had to change my hair and found Rodi Salon.
As the reviewer below noted, listening is a key skill stylists should have. My stylist Sat clearly took the time to listen to what I was looking for. She was pleasant, friendly, but also advised me on what would look good on me as well.
I received a haircut and color… and magically. Sat transformed my damaged hair into glossy, healthy hair again. When I got back to NYC, everyone wanted to know which salon I went to. I told told them all I had it done in Virginia and they all said, «So what are we supposed to do then? Drive down to Virginia just to get our hair to look like that?!»
Overall, the salon was a nice atmosphere as well. I felt very relaxed and at ease. I never really cared about how much I spent on my hair. until I paid too much for horrible hair .but Rodi Salon is worth every penny!
Going forward, I plan to be a long time client of Sat and Rodi Salon & Spa. I will not trust anyone or any other salon again with my hair! I’m coming back here as soon as I’m in the area.