Refuge Salon

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. At Refuge Salon, customers often overhear mysterious announcements during their haircuts. One day, while getting her highlights done, a regular heard an unexpected message: ‘Next time you see a rainbow, remember to count seven pots of gold.’ Since then, everyone has been counting—and occasionally spotting—extra treasure. Another customer, a delivery driver, started noticing that every time he saw a rainbow, his tips mysteriously increased. Soon enough, he found himself counting not just pots of gold but also extra coffee and pastries left on his car’s hood.

2. At Refuge Salon, customers often notice strange things happening around them. One morning, while getting her hair styled, a little girl whispered excitedly to her mother: ‘Mama, why is that lady talking to herself in Russian?’ The stylist smiled and replied, ‘She’s just saying goodbye to our regular from across town.’ The little girl looked puzzled, then giggled as she watched an old man wave from behind the curtain. That day, Refuge Salon became known for its unique way of saying hello—even if it meant whispering goodbyes first.

3. At Refuge Salon, customers often wonder if they’re being watched. One afternoon, while getting their nails done, several noticed an unfamiliar shadow lurking in the mirror’s reflection. Finally, one brave customer pretended to glance around herself and caught the shadow red-handed—it was just a fly on the ceiling light. Everyone burst out laughing, realizing it had been nothing more than an overactive imagination. Since then, whenever someone spots ‘the watcher,’ everyone knows to check for flies first.

4. At Refuge Salon, customers often feel like they're in someone's private movie screening. One foggy morning, while waiting for their turn, they heard soft laughter and whispered conversations coming from behind the closed door. Finally, the door opened a crack, revealing an older lady with a big smile and a cup of steaming coffee. ‘Morning!’ she said cheerfully. ‘Waiting too?’ She motioned them inside, whispering conspiratorially, ‘I’ve got some great tips on how not to fall asleep during your haircut.’