Leaside boasts a wide and wonderful array of hairstyling emporia.
With more than 20 hair salons and barber shops in the area, Leaside is a destination for those looking for great hair services. In fact, Leaside may have the most hair places per square kilometre in Toronto.
Some of these places have been in the neighbourhood for many years, while others are relative newcomers to our community. Whether you want a cut, colour or an updo, a kids’ haircut, or a shave and a trim, there is a (hir)suitable option for you in our community. Haircuts and related services are very personal choices; we each have favourites and tend to seek out a place with a vibe that makes us feel comfortable and ends with a good result. The broad range of choices in Leaside ensures there is a great hair experience for everyone.
Barbershops
George’s Barber Shop has been in Leaside for 15 years and almost eight in the current location (814 Eglinton Ave. East). Owner George Hababeh says, “We welcome clients of all ages to our classic barbershop (including a barber pole outside); the youngest one ever was six months old, and we have clients in their 90s.” The shop boasts regulars from the community and beyond. www.georgesbarbershopleaside.com
Opened in 1964, Tony’s Barber Shop (1649 Bayview Ave.) celebrated its 60th anniversary on June 15th. Tony (for whom the shop is named) retired in 2006 after more than 40 years as a barber. The current owner, Amri Khatib, has been at Tony’s for 30 years offering clients barbershop specialties. According to Amri, the shop “has cut generations of Leasiders’ hair including several notable residents like former Toronto Maple Leaf George Armstrong.” www.tonysbarberbayview.com.
Shave and Shears (1609 Bayview Ave.) is a relative newcomer to Leaside. Owner Bahar Hosseinzadeh opened unique, luxurious space in early 2024. As their website states, “we’re all about creating a unique space where men can truly escape, unwind, and pamper themselves.” Shave and Shears specializes in high-end barber services with a luxury salon vibe. www.shaveandshears.com.
Other notable Leaside barbershops include:
The Ritz Barbershop at (1693A Bayview Ave.) www.ritzbarbers.ca.
Leaside Fades Barbershop (866 Eglinton Ave. East).
Hair Salons
Fiorio Salon has been a staple for over 20 years at 1541 Bayview Ave., providing the perfect blend of style and care for the whole family. Tianli Zhai took over the business in 2020 just as pandemic lockdowns were starting. She says, “Thankfully, we’re nestled in a wonderful neighbourhood with a fantastic team and loyal clients,” who helped Fiorio weather the challenges. “We are here to support you on your hair and scalp journey,” she adds. Fiorio offers a broad range of services from haircuts, colour and updos. www.fiorio.com/bayview.
Hairscapes (1632 Bayview Ave.) is owned by Laura Wrightman, who grew up in Leaside. This salon, with a loyal following, prides itself on providing clients with personalized focus and quality service for the whole family for over 30 years.
Laila Alcozi opened Lilac Hair Studio (708 Millwood Rd.) in 2022 with a passion for creating beautiful transformations for everyone – adults and kids – regardless of gender. Laila says, “It’s been incredibly rewarding to connect with clients in the community as they have made every day a pleasure.” www.womenshaircutstoronto.ca.
Artistic Hair Lounge (1519 Bayview Ave.) celebrated their 10th anniversary in October. This family business, known for the excellent broad range of hair styling services provided by the “three sisters,” has something for everyone in the family. www.artistichairlounge.ca.
Specialty Hair Services
Tas Bhanji opened Blo Leaside (1693B Bayview Ave.) in February 2019. The shop specializes in wash and blow outs. Tas says that “we also do taped and clip-in hair extensions, makeup services and bridal parties.” They have a large clientele in the community and beyond. blomedry.com/leaside-toronto-on.
At Laird and Wicksteed (45 Wicksteed Ave., Suite 280), Hila Zer-Aviv is the operations manager of Sola Salon Studios, which opened in November of 2017. This establishment provides beauty professionals with the opportunity to run their own business inside a larger salon/studio. They offer hairstyling along with a wide variety of other services.
Within Sola Salon Studios, Born Curly, which opened in 2019, specializes in naturally wavy, curly and kinky hair. Owner/stylist Kim Gabriel says, “I specialize in creating custom curly cuts and provide personalized guidance throughout your curly hair journey, welcoming all genders and clients aged 12 and up.
Becky Tsiantis’s Hint of Mint Beauty is also within Sola Salon Studios. There are several other hairstylists with a variety of specialties within Sola. www.solasalonstudios.com.
Other great hair places in the Leaside area include:
Taglio Hair Salon
(465 Manor Rd E.)
Perri and Palmacci Hair Company
(1656 Bayview Ave.)
Ellevate Salon on Bayview
(1681 Bayview Ave. Suite 101) www.ellevatesalon.com
NOOK salon (1707 Bayview Ave.) www.nooksalon.ca
Lena Barber Shop 909 Millwood Rd.
Super Cuts, 85 Laird Drive.
Klee Salon and Spa, 20 Brentcliffe Rd.
Salons previously featured in past Leaside Life articles are:
Salon Ten (221 McRae Dr.)
Floka (1643 Bayview Ave.)
As many of us who use the hairstyling services in our neighbourhood know, we often hear from friends, family and colleagues that “your hair looks great, where did you get it done?” This is a great nod to all the stylists and service providers whose shops and salons call Leaside home. Many former Leasiders also return to the neighbourhood for their hair services, which is a testament to the quality of providers we are so lucky to be home to. Happy styling!
Disclaimer: We tried to feature the main hairstyling operations in Leaside but apologize if we’ve missed your favourite. Let us know at .
