Great Clips in Riverside, CA provides convenient, affordable haircuts for men, women, and kids. The skilled hair stylists and barbers at Great Clips 5225 Canyon Crest Dr offer a wide range of services, including haircuts, beard trims, bang trims, and shampooing. We’re open evenings and weekends to fit your schedule, and no appointment is needed—walk in anytime or use Online Check-In to save your spot on the waitlist.
With our Clip Notes, we save your haircut details to ensure a consistent and personalized haircut experience, every time, at every Great Clips salon. Whether you're visiting for a quick trim or a fresh new look, we’re here to make your day great. Stop by and experience friendly service right here in Riverside, CA!
Many customers praised the friendly and welcoming staff, highlighting their attentiveness and willingness to listen to client requests.
Consistency
There are mixed reviews regarding the consistency of haircuts, with some customers expressing dissatisfaction with the results, particularly from certain stylists.
Wait Times
Customers reported long wait times, especially for walk-ins, and issues with the online check-in system not accurately reflecting wait times.
Quality of Haircuts
While some customers received excellent haircuts and were very satisfied, others experienced poor quality cuts that did not meet their expectations.
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R M Asif Amin (Asif)
Dec 24, 2025
5.0
First experience exceeded expectations. Janae kept taking feedback throughout the session and understood what I want.
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Tharosa Rajaratne
Dec 24, 2025
5.0
Best place. Have been getting haircuts for the past 2 years. Very consistent. Friendly staff.
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John Abma
Dec 12, 2025
1.0
Awkward. Made to feel like you’re bothering them.
I loved great clips.
At this location in canyon crest, Erica is simply great for haircuts
Jade is very a good stylist and gives just a great experience while getting your hair cut. Listens and is friendly.
recommend either. However ..
..as in great clips fashion they make you feel awkward for asking for the same stylist. Then it becomes weird and makes you feel unwanted as a customer with odd excuses and poor customer service.
If you’re looking for a quick haircut. Ok, just don’t get comfortable asking for the same person.
Can’t recommend if you want consistency.
If you notice all positive reviews below are from first time customers. Not returning customers. The other negative review is also from a returning customer.
Guess they don’t want returning customers
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Wanda Gong
Dec 4, 2025
5.0
Getting a haircut from Ji is the best!!! She did a perfect job, the way I wanted it. Brought my mother too, and my mother can't stop saying how much she
LOVES her haircut
Mens, womens, kids and senior haircuts as well as bang, neck and beard trims. Other haircare services include shampoo, blow dry, or hair styling such as an updo. Select salons offer perm services.
What is Online Check-In?
Save time with Online Check-in! See estimated wait times for salons near you and add yourself to the wait list. Once you check in, you can also sign up for ReadyNext text alerts to receive a text message when your wait time reaches 15 minutes.
What can I do with the Great Clips app?
With the Great Clips app, you can save time with Online Check-in, create an account, set favorite salons to see wait times faster, and receive personalized offers, product promotions, and haircare tips right to your notification inbox.
How does Online Check-In save me time?
Online Check-In saves you time when you add yourself to the waitlist, see your estimated wait time, and sign up for ReadyNext texts to receive a text message when your wait time reaches 15 minutes. This lets you spend less time waiting in a salon.
When is Online Check-In available?
Online Check-In becomes available five minutes after the salon opens. We accept Online Check-Ins up to the point where the estimated wait time is as long as the salon will remain open, or 30 minutes before closing time at the latest.
Can I use Online Check-In for all types of services?
Online Check-In can be used for all services except perms and formal updos. Please note that not all salons offer perms. Most salons require an appointment for these services, so please call your local Great Clips salon to inquire.
Can I request a stylist using Online Check-In?
No. For the stylist’s safety, we do not publish their schedules or allow customers to request them using Online Check-In. Great Clips salons use Clip Notes®, which keeps track of any previous haircut you received at a Great Clips salon, so any stylist can give you a great haircut. If you would like to request a particular stylist, be sure to say that when you arrive at the salon and finish your check-in. Note that requesting a stylist may increase your estimated wait time.
If I checked in online, do I need to do anything when I arrive at the salon?
Once you arrive, check in at the receptionist desk to let the stylists know you're there. They will finish checking you in at that time.
Do Great Clips salons sell haircare products?
Yes, Great Clips offers three lines of its exclusively branded haircare and styling products for men, women, and kids, including Solutions by Great Clips®, Tea Tree Solutions by Great Clips®, and GRIT @ Great Clips™. Salons also carry many commercial brands, such as American Crew®, Paul Mitchell®, and Sexy Hair®.
How much does a haircut cost at Great Clips?
Our salons are independently owned and the local salon owner determines prices. More information on pricing can be found on the specific salon’s services webpage. You can also call the salon or walk in anytime.
Does Great Clips color hair?
Great Clips salons do not provide hair coloring services.
Does Great Clips offer perms?
Yes, but not in every salon. If you’re interested in getting a perm, call your specific salon to find out if they offer perms.
Can I make an appointment?
Great Clips is a walk-in haircare salon, so you don’t schedule an appointment in advance. You can simply walk in! Online Check-In can save you time by adding your name to the list before heading to the salon.
Where can I learn about working at a Great Clips salon?
Visit our Careers site at jobs.greatclips.com to find out what’s GREAT about working at Great Clips salons, join our Talent Community, and explore salon jobs. You can also contact a salon directly by phone or in-person.
Where do I find a salon’s location and hours?
Use the salon locator on greatclips.com. Enter your city, state, or postal code to find information on Great Clips salons near you.
How can I get coupons?
The cost of a haircut at Great Clips is a great value at the regular price. However, we do offer discounts from time to time. These discounts may take place at various times for the salons in your area due to them being independently-owned.
When should I arrive at the salon?
After checking-in, you’ll see your Estimated Wait Time. You can sign up for ReadyNext texts to receive a text when your wait reaches 15 minutes, letting you know it’s time to head to the salon. Once you arrive, check in at the receptionist desk.
Does Great Clips offer specialty haircuts?
Yes! Great Clips stylists are trained to create a variety of haircuts, including fades, tapers, and other specialty styles. Whether you're looking for a high fade, low taper, or a classic crew cut, our stylists can tailor your cut to match your preference. Just let your stylist know the look you’re going for, and they’ll take care of the rest!
Are Great Clips salons open on holidays?
Great Clips salons are closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day in US and Canada. Operating hours for other holidays vary by location. We recommend checking with your local Great Clips salon to confirm their hours before your visit.
What types of haircuts and haircare services does Great Clips Canyon Crest Towne Centre offer?
Great Clips provides haircuts for men, women, kids, and seniors, including bang, neck, and beard trims, shampoo, blow dry, hair styling such as updos, and select salons offer perm services.
Does Great Clips Canyon Crest Towne Centre require appointments?
No appointment is necessary; they welcome walk-ins but offer Online Check-In to save time and reduce waiting.
How does the Online Check-In service at Great Clips Canyon Crest Towne Centre work?
You can add yourself to the waitlist online, see estimated wait times, and sign up for ReadyNext texts notifying you when your wait reaches 15 minutes, allowing you to spend less time waiting at the salon.
What payment options are accepted at Great Clips Canyon Crest Towne Centre?
Great Clips accepts Mastercard and Visa credit cards for payment.
What are the salon hours for Great Clips Canyon Crest Towne Centre?
Monday through Friday, they are open from 8:30 AM to 9:00 PM, and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The salon is closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas days.
Can I request a specific stylist when using Online Check-In?
No, the system does not allow stylist requests for safety. However, you can request a stylist upon your arrival, but this may increase wait time.
Is Great Clips Canyon Crest Towne Centre wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the salon has a wheelchair accessible entrance for your convenience.
Are there nearby places I can visit before or after my haircut at Great Clips Canyon Crest Towne Centre?
Yes, you can visit nearby places such as Kiddos 101 indoor playcenter for kids, Super Nails nail salon for beauty treatments, and East Coast Bagel Riverside restaurant for a meal or snack.
If I’m driving or using public transit, how can nearby places help me locate Great Clips Canyon Crest Towne Centre?
Great Clips is located in the Canyon Crest Towne Centre shopping center, near landmarks like Super Nails and East Coast Bagel Riverside, making it easy to find when navigating the area.
What are some other beauty or salon services available near Great Clips Canyon Crest Towne Centre?
Nearby, you can find Symmetry Richard Wolf Salon for additional haircare services and Super Nails for nail and beauty treatments to complement your visit.