How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%95+60.4Reliability 28%91+25.7Replies to reviews 8%66+5.4Experts Score= 91Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.91SCOREEli Ali Salon
Washington, DC · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #24Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 57 wedding hair stylists · 5.0★ from 217 Google reviews
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Customers hired Eli Ali Salon for 8 kinds of job.
Eli Ali Salon for hairstyling
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I recently had an appointment here with Peter and he did an excellent job from start to finish! I booked very short notice the day before on the website so I was happy/lucky he was able to fit me in. He took about 10-15 minutes at the beginning just to talk and get an idea of what I was wanting and also took into…
I had a wonderful experience at Eli Ali Hair Salon! A special thank you to Cedric for an amazing haircut and beautiful color. He was attentive, professional, and really understood exactly what I wanted. I absolutely love the results! The entire team is friendly, welcoming, and professional, which makes the…
I have been having my haircut by Ali since before he opened this Salon! I really like getting my hair shampooed here as well!
I’ve been going to Peter for my hair color for years, and I’m never leaving him. I travel to DC from Annapolis to keep him as my colorist. He is the sweetest soul and always looks out for my best interests and hair health. Overall, the salon is clean and stylish and the staff is talented and friendly. I would…
Eli is an incredible hairdresser who I have gone to for several years now both here and prior to her opening this salon. She is really kind and warm, uses such close attention to detail, and offers great ideas to help you feel your best. This salon has a really warm, welcoming, and relaxing atmosphere too.
The best salon in DC!! I have curly hair and they do a fantastic job helping me shape and maintain my curls.
I've been going here for since shortly after they opened when it was just Eli and Ali. Every time I come out looking even better than the last time. Eli works with me to help me discover what looks best on me and it looks great every time.
This salon is truly wonderful. The owners and all of the staff are friendly and professional. I’ve been going to Lesley for my color for seven years and she is exceptional. I always receive complements for my hair after I’ve seen her. Cedric does my cuts and the does a great job with my frizzy, thick, stubborn…
I'm so glad I found this salon! I came to this salon unhappy with my too orange, uneven hair that I walked away with from a high end salon in NYC. I've had two appointments with Ali Hadi, and he has absolutely transformed my hair over two appointments since and the result is stunning. I can't remember the last…
This is truly the best salon I’ve ever been to! I’ve seen Eli for many years and she always does an exceptional job with my hair. The salon is beautiful, and all of the stylists are professional and talented.
Eliara is, without a doubt, the best hairstylist I’ve ever had. She pays incredible attention to detail, listens carefully to exactly what her clients want, and always gives great advice on how to keep your hair healthy. Everyone at the salon is so welcoming, friendly, and professional. I always have a great experience and couldn’t recommend them more!
Eli is one of the best hairstylists I have ever had in my 50 plus years -- I get compliments on my hair for months after a service. Both Eli and her husband, Ali, are warm and personable, and a real asset to the 17th Street community. Count on getting a wave as you walk past! At one point, I needed a few "wash and…
Peter is a wizard at color services. He transforms my hair to a shimmering blonde every time. He cares about the health of the hair and will advise properly to ensure maximum strength and shine. He is a joy to speak with during appointments and is a positive light to his clients. 👱🏻♀️✨
Eli has been my hairstylist for the past five years now and she has been the absolute best! She triple checks everything and really takes the time to make sure your hair is looking great!
Eli does a wonderful job with my hair every time! This is my 4th or 5th year coming to her, and I don't make it in more than once a year but she shapes my hair so well that it still looks beautifully done when I come back a year later and I will keep coming back.
I have been seeing Ali for years, and even though I have moved out of DC I make sure when I visit home he’s ALWAYS a stop on my itinerary. I genuinely don’t trust anyone else with my hair color or cut - I think most blondes can related. The salon that Eli and Ali have created has a relaxing and inviting atmosphere…
You will not find a better place for cut or color in DC. This salon is filled with the best people! Every cut is done with care and attention to detail. The color is natural, beautiful, and precise. Ali is amazing at transforming dark hair to 'natural' blonde, and back to dark without any damage. As an added…
"Peter at Eli Ali Salon is a miracle worker! I wanted a fresh look, and he delivered stunning, high-quality color, followed by a gorgeous, bouncy blowout. The attention to detail, professional atmosphere, and overall service were 10/10. I’ll definitely be back!"
Best salon ever!!! Eli always leaves me feeling beautiful, and gives great advice for keeping my hair healthy. Thankful to have finally found a place to become a regular! :)
Best salon in DC! Beautiful cut and color every single time! Highly recommend!!
I’ve been going to Ali for years! He’s the best in DC. Always precise with color and cuts. His blow dries and styling are top notch. I always recommend him to all my friends.
Always loved my hair cut and style from Eli! I have 2a/2b curls and she understands how to give me just the right amount of volume and shape. Great salon all around!
Ali is the best for blonde hair coloring!!! I’ve been seeing him since 2022 and followed him from his old salon to here when he opened up his own place with his wife! They are both wonderful and I’ll continue to only come here for a cut and color!
I went through a lot of trial and error to find a hair salon that I trust in DC, but now that I’ve found Ali I won’t be going anywhere else!! They’ve done an incredible job with every cut I’ve been here for, and Ali and Eli are incredibly sweet. I’d give them 10 stars if I could 😊
The team at Eli Ali salon is absolutely incredible l. I’ve seen Ali for balayage and a cut and he does an absolutely wonderful job. When his schedule was full I booked with his wife, Eli and she did an incredible job on my layered cut as well. Their assistants give the best, most relaxing hair wash in town. After…
I’ve been seeing Ali for four years and he is the only person I trust with my hair. He took me platinum blonde and then to a natural blonde and every time the color looks amazing. Highly recommend!!
Ali is absolutely phenomenal, I love my haircuts! The salon has a great atmosphere and is very clean. I highly recommend Eli Ali Salon!
Love this place! Great staff and services. Love supporting a family owned business, too.
Peter is absolutely the ultimate professional. I moved to the area 5 months ago and I’ve tried to find a great hair guru and Peter is the one and the only one that will touch my hair moving forward. He listened to what I was communicating and gave advice while focusing on the integrity of my hair! What an amazing…
Ali is wonderful! I love his attention to detail and the care he gives my hair. He listens to my style needs and ensures that my hair looks exactly the way I want. I’m happy to have found a stylist I trust with my hair.
I absolutely love my new color and haircut! A huge thank you to Peter for his amazing work. Everything was perfect, from the consultation to the final results. Highly recommend!
Lovely salon, great vibes! Been coming here for months. Lesley is amazing!
Been going to Ali for years. This salon is great!
Loved this salon! I went for the first time this week as my hair stylist switched locations. It was very cute inside with a calming energy, lovely plants, comfy chairs and a 10/10 client experience. Street parking was easy and the staff was very attentive.
Update: Has it been two years? Gosh! It’s a blessing to have these lovely couple on our neighbourhood! Took me ten years to find a place to do my hair! It’s so difficult to find a person whom I can trust with my hair, actually listens, and exactly know what looks great and feel great! Finally! Great haircut from…
I highly recommend Eli Ali salon for all your hairstyling needs! Ali has been doing my hair for over four years and he is so reliable and knowledgeable. He keeps up to date with all the latest styles and techniques and is so kind. I constantly get compliments on my hair even months after it has been done!
I have been going to Ali for two years now and have absolutely loved what he’s done for my hair! The products he uses for color feel high quality and the cut grows out really nice every time. Added perk is the hair washing chairs are very comfortable. Highly recommend!
Ali is perfection when it comes to cuts and balayage, I absolutely LOVE getting my hair done here and walk away with a fresh look everytime. Whether I want a new look or a quick trim/toner work, Ali knows exactly what's going to work for my hair and always keeps in mind how it's going to grow out in the long term.…
I’ve been going to Ali for years, and I can’t recommend him highly enough! He’s truly wonderful with both color and cuts, always nailing exactly what I’m looking for. He uses high-end products that leave my hair looking and feeling amazing every time. Whether I’m getting a cut or a color refresh, Ali’s attention to…
The Eli Ali Salon is excellent. The ambiance is chic yet relaxing and the services provided are outstanding. Eli gave me the best hair cut that I've had since I moved from Paris, France!
Eli did a fantastic job on my haircut and style! I added deep conditioning service, and that was so amazing. Everyone was very friendly and welcoming. I left the salon feeling so beautiful and satisfied. This place has a great atmosphere. I had so much fun catching up with Eli. She is very professional, talented and…
I have always had a fantastic experience here. Incredibly talented and friendly staff. My stylist Eli has helped me get my hair exactly the way I envison. Highly recommend to anyone!
Cyrus is incredible! The guy knows how to cut and style hair, and his attention to detail is expert level. He is kind, respectful, and incredibly skilled. I send all my friends to him. Every time I visit it is a special experience. Highly recommend!
How best to describe the meticulousness with which Eli does her job of trimming my hair? An example: to match the length of my sideburns, she first takes a step back and with her thumbs measure them, calibrating and adjusting them at a distance. I feel very confident in putting myself in her hands.
Eli Ali Salon is wonderful! I’ve been a client of Ali’s for years, and when he and his wife opened their own salon, it was a no brainer to follow him. I initially went to Ali for a color correction and without giving him much explanation of what i hoped to achieve, he made my hair gorgeous again. Ive since had…
Ali is the best!! I’ve been seeing him for over 2 years now. He’s nailed every shade of blonde I’ve asked him for. He takes his time and makes sure everything is perfect. He just did the most perfect bright blonde for my wedding! Cannot recommend him and his salon enough.
Eli is such a delight. She’s careful, considerate, and thoughtful. She provides amazing consultation and checks in every step of the way to make sure you’re happy. So excited about the new salon!
Eli has been doing my hair for a couple of years now and is simply the best! I always leave feeling happy and refreshed and get lots of compliments on my hair. I even asked her to do my hair for my wedding and she did a beautiful job. Highly recommend her!
I’ve been following Eli from salon to salon for the last 4 years, and I couldn’t recommend her more highly! She’s always so kind, attentive, and her haircuts are unmatched in this city. I was so stressed about finding a hairstylist when I moved here from California, and after my first cut with Eli I knew I was done…
I have been going to Ali for a while now and he always does an incredible job creating a dimensional blonde. The new location is beautiful and convenient, and the other staff members (his wife Ali and Elvira) were incredibly warm and welcoming. Always a wonderful, quality experience ❤️
I have been going to Ali for years now for my hair cuts/color and I would still follow him if he moved out of the country because he is that amazing. He is honestly the best hair stylist I have ever been to in my life and every time I leave his salon I feel amazing and absolutely love my hair. He cuts my husband’s…
I’ve been coming to Ali the past several years for regular highlights and haircuts, and I won’t be stopping anytime soon! From the very first visit, he nailed the tone of blonde that I wanted and consistently delivers beautiful results. Most recently I wanted a big change and decided to cut a good amount off—I came…
I’ve been getting my hair done by Ali now for a year and a half and I simply cannot go to anyone else now! I seriously get so many compliments on my hair after my appointments with Ali, sometimes even by strangers I pass in public! You will absolutely not regret booking an appointment here, but be careful because…
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Bar = middle half of what customers paid · gold mark = category median.
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Jobs customers hired them for
| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| Hairstyling | 57 | $58–$136 |
| Hair coloring | 48 | $214–$426 |
| Blowdry | 33 | — |
| Gloss or Glaze | 24 | — |
| Hair highlighting | 23 | $214–$426 |
| Haircut | 21 | $45–$91 |
| Balayage | 13 | $246–$426 |
| Blowouts | 11 | $50–$97 |
