09/08/08

I love this place!!

by Citygirrl23

This salon spa is the best I've been too. My hair has always been so difficult to manage, making me resort to the boring ponytail every day. I went here once for a haircut, and I don't think I will ever go anywhere else!! They have the most wonderful service, amazing products and hair tips, and most importantly, the end result is impressive to say the least. I have gone there 3 times now, and each time, I fall in love with Aniko even more!

• Pros: skill, customer service, atmosphere

10/30/09

Great Spa

by isalowry

The best spa experience in the city. Friendly, warm, and supporting. Not only they have great services they support local designers hosting monthly events.

Love Aniko Spa!!

• Pros: Best wax, manicure, pedicure, hair, massage,...
• Cons: none

10/29/09

Wonderful, all-around salon

by KGreene123

Love the vibe at this salon. It is so beautifully decorated. It has a water feature and a Moroccan inspired relaxing area. Had a great massage by Silvia, brow waxing by Blair, pedicure by Billy, nails by Nicole, hair by Stephanie. Am working my way through the menu. Cheryl at the front desk coordinates it all. A high point for me is the monthly Martinis and Manicure Monday nights. Such a great way to pamper yourself. We all need to take a little time for ourselves. I feel really at home there.

• Pros: Beautiful place, great staff, convenient parking
• Cons: None, that I can think of

10/07/09

Gabrielle Is Fantastic

by creativelolita

I am a NY transplant who was faithful to my colorist for 4 years while trying to grow out my locks for my book launch and then my wedding. When I moved to Chicago almost a month ago, I decided to get settled into my new city and find a colorist here. After making a huge mistake and going to "top" salon, Michael &Michael, my healthy long locks were fried to a crisp and the ends looked like fur. I was devistated and fearful that 4 years of growth would be lopped off in a moment's time. I spent 8 days and visited and called 12 salons before finding Aniko, and let me tell you, looking back, I realize it was all for a reason.

The moment I stepped into Aniko, I felt calm. The staff is so nice (and they all have amazing hair!) They are friendly, accomodating and talented. I sat down with Gabrielle and she spent twenty minutes with me, listening to my concerns, empathizing with my circumstances and directly telling me what could and could not be done (though what she said was a positive, her honesty was something I appreciated and made me comfortable with her. Is there anything worse than someone who smiles and says "Yes...OK" a million times and then proceeds to give you a cut or color that looks horrible on you, even if it is one you think would look great?)

When she started to work on my hair, she went through every step of the process with me, letting me know what she was doing, what she was using and making sure that it was OK. The end result? She gave me the best haircut I have had in a decade, saved my hair and helped me keep my hair long when every-other-stylist told me it was impossible. My fiancee was amazed when he saw it and said, "It looks so good and you cannot even tell it was cut in terms of length".

Gabrielle was so refreshing and such a pleasure to sit and talk with and I felt so safe and comfortable in her chair. After such a horribly stressful month and feeling like the colorist who butchered my hair didn't care, she was very much a breath of fresh air. I have found the only person who will touch my hair for as long as I am in Chicago and encourage every person out there (especially those who care about length or who want to go to someone who will be 100% honest with them about what can-and cannot-be done) to see Gabrielle. You will love your hair and you will find her to be lovely.

This salon is a hidden gem and should be rated number one. It's so nice not to feel as though you're being taken for a ride or that your happiness with your hair doesn't matter (which is something I have felt in many of the salons I have visited here in Chicago). I cannot wait to try their spa treatments and to have Gabrielle color my hair.

I almost want to send a thank you card to M&M for their horrible job because it directed me to a fabulous new cut, salon and person).

• Pros: Great cut, Listened to my concerns, Relaxing Atmosphere
• Cons: None

09/17/09

Book with Kasia!!

by kmewr3

I actually followed Kasia from a previous salon because she is that good. I get maincures, pedicures, waxing and facials from her and the experiences are consistenly pleasant. Not only is she good at what she does but she is also fun to talk to and offers great beauty advice.

• Pros: Excellent Work!
• Cons: Kasia's schedule fills up quickly

08/29/09

Sophisticated AND very welcoming

by DebbyAZ

High end decor with anincredible changing room. Gorgeous bathrooms/showers. This ultra terrific spa was recommened by a girlfriend in Arizona as I was attending a Chicago wedding. That day I had a luxurious massage from Barbara, great hair from Lauren and Billy applies makeup movie star fashion. Thanks for a great day!!!

• Pros: Atmosphere, skilled and friendly staff

06/30/09

Candice

by CSMobileUser

I received a massage from Candice, and it was the best one ever!!! I have back problems and she is the first massage therapist EVER who hasn't hurt me during my massage. Place is extremely clean and beautifully decorated. The staff was great as well. I recommend everyone to go get a massage from Candice. You won't be disappointed!!!!

06/25/09

AMAZING Massage with Candace!

by MartiniG

I know that I am the owner of Aniko but I had to write a review because this was the first time I had a massage with Candace and it truly was amazing. I don't like deep tissue and was having back and shoulder problems and was stressed about my upcoming wedding and she cured me! Her technique was awesome, her professionalism was great and I was overall very pleased with my service. One of the best massages I have ever gotten and trust me I have gotten a lot. Try her out you won't regret it.

• Pros: Service and Professionalism
• Cons: A little chilly in the room

06/08/09

A Gem in the South Loop

by ChristineSolorio

I've been going to Aniko for about 2 years now. I get everything done there from my Hair, Mani/Pedi's, waxing, facials and massages. Stephanie, Cosmina, Laura and Cheryl are my favorites. There is hardly a week that goes by that I'm not in there for something. I highly reccomend Aniko!

• Pros: Great Services and Staff

04/23/09

nice to know....

by margiegs

Had a lovely manicure...and was delighted to find out that there are no formaldehyde polishes available!

02/10/09

Steven does it all!

by rpasillas

I went to Aniko Salon for the first time in Aug. 2008 and have been going ever since. Steven is a hair healer! A true hair artist who enjoys his work. I will go old school and say he is a wonderful "hair dresser". He really does it all; styles, colors and gives a great hair cut. His easy going personality is very welcoming. I find it to be a spiritual experience when Steven does my hair...from the wonderful shampoo massage to the finishing styling touches. I always feel renewed, transformed. I feel lighter, relaxed and happier. I'm blessed to have found Steven, my, hair dresser.

• Pros: easy to get to two blocks away from Roosevelt L stop
• Cons: cash tips only (not really a con) just come prepared