Ruby Salon

Saw JP for cut and color. I was his first client that morning and had never been to the salon before. Instead of introducing himself or even saying hello, he asked me what I wanted– «you want full or partial?» Not only was he rude and standoffish he didn’t even seem to enjoy what he does for a living as he complained the whole time.
I wound up getting partial highlights and a cut. I asked him to not make my highlights too thick/​chunky especially around my face since I’m always pulling my hair back. The finished product revealed very obvious stripes when my hair is pulled back.
As far as the salon atmosphere goes– I would say it’s decorated cute but I couldn’t help but feel un-​welcomed. Overall I gave it a two because the salon looked nice but I did not feel the services provided were worth the high price tag.

I went to Ruby in a pinch while visiting Annapolis with my family. Even though I live in DC, I already plan to make the trip back for my next haircut.
Three weeks ago I got my very long wavy hair cut in a DC salon in favor of an A-​line bob. It was undoubtedly the worst haircut I have ever gotten — maybe the worst I have ever seen. The back was way too short and the front way too long. There was no gradual transition. It looked like two different haircuts, short in the back and reverse tapered in the front. Even after returning to the salon to have it evened out, it was a crisis.
While visiting Annapolis with my family, I found great reviews for Ruby and thought that could be an opportunity to ameliorate the situation. I went early on a Saturday and the woman at the front desk was friendly and sympathetic. Despite not having an appointment, she checked around and was able to pair me up with Steve, who is evidently one of the owners. I explained the situation to Steve and he immediately saw the problem and had suggestions to fix it, either by evening out the A-​line bob or otherwise. He agreed that because my hair is not straight (but also not curly) the A-​line would be difficult to maintain. He suggested shortening it up altogether with long layers and a swoopy bang, something playful and easy to maintain. Then he got to work.
Steve works very quickly and without showing him a photo or even really having a plan, he was able to understand and help suggest something that I didn’t even know I wanted. He works quickly and is very meticulous. He was very pleasant although not super chatty, which was nice — he was focused on my hair and the result was incredible. Although I would not have chosen this haircut three weeks ago when I cut off a foot of hair, I can surely say this is the best haircut I have ever gotten. The layers add so much volume and fall so nicely in a way that frames my long face. My hair looks healthy and shiny.
The haircut cost $ 75 but is easily worth it. My experience with Ruby undoubtedly earns 5 stars.

Kelly has been in doing my hair for years and I keep going back! It is pricey but seriously worth it. How can you skimp on HAIR!

Going to Ruby’s salon is a wonderful gift that I give to myself!
At the beginning of each visit, I am warmly greeted by Kourtney in the stylish, comfortable reception area.
I’ve never been kept waiting more than a few minutes, but abundant, current reading materials and coffee are available for clients who desire them.
Steve has been cutting my hair regularly for three years and not a single month has gone by that I haven’t received at least one compliment from a stranger. What a professional! Steve makes a haircut an event by turning your chair away from the mirror while he works and then by presenting the «new you» with a dramatic flourish when he’s finished.
JP (also an excellent stylist and artist) does my eyebrow waxing and I’m continually pleased with the result. His warmth and friendly manner are engaging.
I highly recommend Ruby’s and always leave there feeling beautiful!

LOVE LOVE LOVE!
I waited a long time before trusting a salon again –very bad experience with hair color 10 years ago! Ugh!- But have been VERY pleased with RUBY SALON! Steve is AWESOME! I recently moved to Northern VA and I still use RUBY as my salon! GO, trust me, its worth it!

I have been going to Ruby Salon for several years and must say that Steve gives me the best haircut. He always listens to my hair care concerns and provides excellent service and advice. The staff is very friendly and accommodating.

I went to see Steve. I wished I’d read the reviews and LISTENED to them before going here. I was desperate at the time. I needed a last minute root touch up and trim, and he was able to accommodate me. I used to live in Annapolis but don’t anymore. I was there to bring my daughter to college and decided to make time to get my hair done. He could fit me in. That was where the favor ended. He sat me in the chair, mixed color, put it just on my root area and sat me in a chair to process. I told him my hair was very color resistant. He didn’t even come to check my hair to see if it was ready. He had some girl wash it out. Then he «shaped up» my ends, snipping here and there. Five minutes later, he says «Ok. You’re all set.’ No style, no styling gel, just a wash and go. I was a bit confused but I figured he must be pressed for time since he squeezed me in. I was FLOORED to get a bill for $ 175 to get my roots touched up, my hair barely trimmed, and leave with a wet head. The lack of any styling product left my hair a frizzy mess and I had to redo it when I got home. On top of that, I was seeing grays peeping through exactly 4 days later. It was a complete rip off. Avoid this place at all cost! I will NEVER go back and I have tons of friends in Annapolis that I will tell to do the same if they value their money. Ridiculous!

I went to Steve, one of the owners for a haircut… and it was badly needed. I had extremely long hair that had been looking lifeless and dull for about a month. He had to cut off nearly a foot and it was one of the best haircuts I have ever gotten in my life. It has never looked healthier, shinier, or had a better natural shape to it. He is a little rough when he is combing out your hair to blow dry it-​but it helps work the natural oils through your hair and gives it AMAZING body. He is phenomenal with hair. Would definitely recommend him-​and I am extremely picky with my hair.

I have been going to Ruby Salon since they first opened and have never been unhappy. Steve the owner/​stylist does the most amazing job with my color and cut. I tell him what I am looking to do and he will be honest with you, he is the expert. In the past I have gone to a different place that was less expensive, always walked out unsatisfied. Ruby Salon makes you feel beautiful, and gives you that pep in your step. I will never go any where else!!! It might be expensive, but it is worth it. Steve is it for me.(and Ruby Salon)

Kelly has been cutting my hair for two years now and she is the only one I trust to do it! She is AMAZING! She has done my hair for every homecoming and prom and I was nothing less than pleased upon leaving the salon. It is a little pricey so I don’t go as often as I like but when I do I am always happy when leaving.

I went in for a haircut last year. I liked the service and the atmosphere and my stylist Kelly was very nice. I have very fine hair and I was also growing out highlights. I asked her to give me a shoulder length cut with long layers because I need more volume, and to get rid of some length that had split ends and the old hair color. What she gave me was a cute cut but not what I wanted at all. It had no volume and she cut it shorter in the back than in the front. I hate that look and it looked terrible growing out, I had to cut the front myself after a week or 2. This cut was one of those that only looks cute when you leave the salon and looks like crap when you try to do it on your own. I won’t go back to Kelly but I would maybe try another stylist at Ruby if I got a good referral.

Cute little space, friendly service, but way too overpriced, considering haircuts start at $ 65, and I wasn’t too impressed with what I got. The stylist worked hard, but somehow my request for «chin-​length bob w/​long layers» turned into a pixie cut. No big deal, cuz hair grows back, but it’s not really the look I was going for. Maybe I could have used different words to describe what I wanted, but I still think $ 65 is too much for starters. Plenty of street parking + close to downtown Annapolis.

I’m honestly between a two and a three here. I went here this week for a cut and had the strangest salon experience ever.
Let me start by saying I love the space and décor. Contemporary and quirky, totally my taste. The check in was fine, but I was never offered a water or coffee — and I was dying of thirst.
My stylists’ name was Steve, I’m guessing he’s one of the owners based on previous reviews. Now, Steve’s a strong guy — when he was combing my wet hair, it kind of hurt. As a matter of fact, throughout the whole experience, I felt a little manhandled. Not «relaxing». Even stranger, the guy asked me only one question — he had no interest in conversing at all. I mean, usually I prefer it that way, but then I realized I was the client «in between» another client who was getting color done. I tried not to let it bother me, because when he swung my chair around, my hair looked pretty awesome. I haven’t had my hair cut look this good since I moved out of Manhattan.
So, 4 on the actual cut, 1 on the service. The things that kept me from giving them fewer stars: location, availability to get me in at the last minute (even if i was rushed in and out within 25 minutes) and ability to leave tip on my credit card.
I’m not 100% sure if I’ll go back. but if I do, I’ll update.

I’ve gone to Kelly for color/​cut for several years. She listens and thinks carefully about choices, I trust her advice. The one time I didn’t like my color she had me come right back in and she re-​did it. No ego, no attitude from her.

This is one of the worst salons I have ever been to. The owner did my hair just after I moved to the area last year and I came out looking worse than a lead singer of an 80’s hair band. I have curly hair and I wanted it finished curly. Since the owner was doing my hair, I figured he would do a fabulous job. I was wrong and embarrassed! I would never go back here.

Ruby’s is owned and operated by Steve and Kelly Fisher, both award winning hairstylists. I’ve been going to Ruby’s for the last year and half for my haircuts, and I’m very satisfied with the haircuts I get there. JP is my normal stylist, and we have a good chat while he’s cutting. He has always said that he will trim his customer’s bangs for free between cuts, and while I haven’t taken him up on this offer yet (I usually notice that they need a trim at 10 at night, and I wind up doing it myself), one day I intend to!
Ruby’s recently added a manicure and pedicure station on the first floor. Debby is the manicurist. She did my nails for the first time last weekend and did a FABULOUS job on them. While a tad pricey, I considered it was worth every penny, because not only did my nails look great, the place was NOT reeking of chemicals, unlike those places at malls and strip malls I pass, and won’t go near because the smell drives me away long before I get near them. That alone made it worth going to get my nails done, which is going to make me a lifelong customer. Also, Debby uses several disposable instruments, such as a nail file, buffer, etc, and sets them aside JUST for your use, so you don’t have to worry about who’s DNA is on that nail file. You can take said instruments home with you, or leave them there in a Ziploc baggy with your name on it for your next visit. That scores HUGE bonus points with me, in terms of cleanliness and health factors!
One slight problem for most customers might be lack of parking. I live down the street, so I don’t have this issue, but you can park on the street, and there might be a space free next to the building. There is a parking garage two doors down you could park at as well.
In closing, I would highly recommend Ruby’s. The prices are about the same compared to any other high end salon in Annapolis, you get award-​winning, friendly staff to work on your hair, and the manicure section downstairs is nice, clean, and chemical-​smell free.