Saraya

Hair thatlooks like itgrew that way.

We are a full-service salon in Chicago's South Loop neighborhood. All of our stylists have at least five years of experience in the industry, and we are conveniently open six days a week.

Long, softly waved hair with a lived-in blonde balayage, photographed in the salon
Lived-in blonde balayage, done at Saraya.

Services

Starting prices. Every visit begins with a consultation, and your final quote is set there, before any work starts.

20% off for seniors. 15% off Tuesday to Thursday between 1 and 4 pm. The full menu is on our Vagaro page, where you also book.

Recent work

Real clients, photographed in the chair the day it was done. Tap a photo to see it larger.

Chocolate balayage, glossed and waved.
Copper gloss on a soft, collarbone cut.
Platinum balayage with a lived-in root.
Sleek low pony for the evening.
Ash-blonde melt on a dark root.
Teal to turquoise, creative color.
Glossed brunette, cut and blow-dry.
Hand-painted caramel ribbons.
Bridal up-do, pinned low.
Dimensional brunette balayage.
Honey blonde with a brighter frame.
Textured up-do for a wedding guest.

What clients say

"He always knows exactly what I need to refresh my blonde. He's been my go-to for over a year."

Emma C., on Sam. Reviewed on Vagaro, March 2025.

Book online

Pick the service, the stylist and the time. Confirmation is instant, and you can move it later from the same page.

The salon

Locally owned, on 16th Street between Wabash and Michigan. Consultations are free, and walk-ins are welcome whenever a chair is open.

Saleh leads a team of experts who provide visionary service and cutting-edge treatments. As trend setters at the forefront of salon technology, the team at Saraya Salon works to raise the bar for style, beauty and customer service.

Haircuts, hair coloring and treatments, keratin and Brazilian blowouts, balayage and highlights, root touch-ups and root melting, blow-dry bar, creative color, wedding hair and bridal parties.

"I had balayage, a haircut and styling with Jad. He is on the spot. If you want a skilled stylist, book with him."

Zehra G.

"Patricia did a fantastic job. After my blow-dry my hair felt smooth and silky, with the perfect bounce."

Miriam T., May 2025

"Neda cut beautiful, thoughtful layers, and Kevin's blow-dry technique was excellent too."

Andrea H., March 2024

"I went in for highlights and came out with something different and wonderful. Everyone was lovely."

Myrna C., March 2024

"Sam always listens and delivers. Cuts, conditioning, color, highlights. Never disappointed."

Abha M., August 2024

"Honest, incredible work. I've been coming here for years."

Denise A.

Good to know

Do I need an appointment?

No. Walk-ins are welcome whenever a chair is free. For the shortest wait, book online or call (312) 753-3363.

How does online booking work?

Booking runs through Vagaro. Choose the service, the stylist and a time, and you get an instant confirmation. You can reschedule from the same page.

Are the prices final?

They are starting prices. Length, density and the amount of color work all change the quote, so your stylist confirms the price at the consultation before starting.

Which discounts do you offer?

20% off for seniors, and 15% off during happy hour, Tuesday to Thursday between 1 and 4 pm.

Where exactly are you?

73 East 16th Street in the South Loop, a short walk from the Roosevelt Red, Orange and Green line stop, Grant Park and the lakefront.

Visit

A corner of the South Loop, between downtown and the lake. Street parking on 16th, and the Roosevelt stop is a few minutes on foot.

Find us

73 East 16th Street
Chicago, IL 60616

(312) 753-3363
(773) 902-8011

[email protected]

Hours

  • MondayClosed
  • Tuesday10 am – 8 pm
  • Wednesday10 am – 8 pm
  • Thursday10 am – 8 pm
  • Friday10 am – 8 pm
  • Saturday9:30 am – 7:30 pm
  • Sunday11 am – 7 pm