BANG! Salon ★9.9

Салон краси · Chicago · ⭐ 9.9/10 · 483 reviews · updated: 2026-07-07 20:14:09

Address: 1259 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA

BANG! Salon — inclusive hair salon in Wicker Park

BANG! is a Wicker Park salon that pairs creativity with care and a genuinely inclusive welcome. Led by owner and master stylist Eli Mancha — named to the 2026 Salon Today 200 for the salon’s philanthropy — it’s built on precision, clear communication and a room where every guest feels at home.

Services

The menu is hair through and through: classic, curly, pixie and barber-style cutting, plus color from root touch-ups and glosses to highlights, balayage and full custom color. Personalized consultation shapes each visit around the individual and their hair.

Technology & brands

The color and care shelf is strong — Kevin Murphy, R+Co, Keune, K18 and Olaplex for bond-building and repair, Reuzel and Lock&Loaded for grooming, and Danger Jones for vivid, creative color. The team takes pride in the spotless care of the space between clients.

Team & masters

Owner and master stylist Eli Mancha leads the floor, joined by master stylist Sky Bussanmas and a full team including Joseph Hoffmeier, Emily Duffy, Stef Cummins and others. Staff pronouns are listed openly, part of the salon’s inclusive, LGBTQ+-friendly ethos.

The Space

The Wicker Park salon is easygoing and welcoming, kept spotlessly clean, and designed so guests of every identity and hair texture feel genuinely comfortable — creative energy without attitude.

Who it’s for

For clients of all hair types and textures, anyone who values an inclusive, judgment-free salon, and those after everything from a sharp barber cut to a bold custom color.

Questions and answers

Is the salon LGBTQ+ friendly? Yes — inclusivity is central, and staff pronouns are listed openly.

Do you do vivid or creative color? Yes, including Danger Jones vivids alongside classic color.

Do you cut curly and textured hair? Yes, all hair types and textures are welcome.

Do you offer bond-building treatments? Yes, K18 and Olaplex are part of the menu.

How do I book? Appointments can be booked online or by phone.

Opening hours

Day Hours
Monday Closed
Tuesday 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday Closed

Visitor reviews

  1. Amanda Buechele

    I received an incredible haircut from Kayla! She gave me long, even layers and face-framing bangs. Not only is the haircut great, she also gave me an amazing blowout! I highly recommend her services.

  2. Leidy Schultz

    I’ve been going to Stef Cummins for the past three years and have followed her along the way — she’s now at BANG! Salon Chicago — and she just keeps getting better.

    She recently did a 1/2 highlight/balayage and cut, and…

  3. Vee Food Life

    Whose hair is feeling glorious and refreshed?

    This chick right here!

    Recently went to get my color done with Kwan and she was amazing. Love my color and cut. I’ve had a million changes in my life and needed a change…

  4. ALU

    I can’t say enough good things about Bang! Salon — and especially about Jordan.

    I’ve been Jordan’s client for two years, and in that time she has maintained my icy blonde perfectly while also growing my hair longer than…

  5. Danielle

    Daphne is absolutely INCREDIBLE. I came from out of town and showed them a cut my old stylist wasn’t able to achieve. They not only nailed it, but tailored it to my hair texture and personal routine. Their energy was so…

Reviews last updated: 2026-07-07 20:14:09

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