A combination of my regular place being closed during holidays and my hair being too long forced me to try and find a new spot while visiting my parents out of town. Came on Yelp and decided to try Danell based on the consistently positive reviews on Yelp. I'm usually pretty skeptical of trying new places for my hair cause I can't really afford to mess it up based on my day job. I am very glad that I gave this place a chance.
It is tucked away in the back of a modest plaza beside TD back. Note that it is not in the Mandarin shopping centre as Google maps suggests but it is in the auto parts plaza.
Daniel is a true professional and very well versed in his craft. I just gave him some simple instructions on what I like and let him do the rest. He has great attention to detail and I was very pleased with my end result. His assistant who helps with the wash and shampoo also does a very thorough job. A men's cut will run you $20 before tip (tip generously, he deserves it!) which is more than reasonable given I pay more than double for the same thing downtown. Daniel also makes a great effort to learn more about you and is great at conversation which is part of the experience of going to a salon.
I've found my new regular spot and at less than half the price, it's definitely great value.
Tip: Call ahead to make a booking!