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Best Hair Braiding in Milwaukee, WI: 10 Places to Book

10 places for hair braiding in Milwaukee, WI, compared on price, Google rating, weekend hours, online booking and accessibility.

Renee Hollister, Senior Hair Editor·Published ·How we vet
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Hair Braiding is one of the most-searched services in Milwaukee. This list brings together 10 places to get it, starting with one that publishes its prices, and sets them side by side on the evidence anyone can check.

Zena's Professional African Hair Braiding is a featured business on Best Hair Guide and is listed first. Every other business here appears on Google Maps for "hair braiding" around Milwaukee; none paid to be included, and all are described by the same rules from their public Google listing as of October 2026.

At a glance

#BusinessAreaGoogle ratingReviewsSundayPrice from
1Zena's Professional African Hair BraidingColumbus Park4.6727 AM–10 PM$45
2OM African Professional Hair BraidingMilwaukee4.8287Closed
3Royal Crowns n Kinks - Knotless Hair BraiderWauwatosa4.838Closed
4Braiding By GertrudeHampton Heights3.91128 AM–8 PM
5Dakar Hair BraidingMilwaukee4.2779 AM–5 PM
6Revelations Two African Hair BraidingValhalla4.54699 AM–6 PM
7Artistry of BraidingMilwaukee4.998Closed
8Peco African Hair BraidingMilwaukee4.4301Open 24 hours
9African Hair Braiding NickyMilwaukee4.9238 AM–9 PM
10African Hair Braiding By AngeMilwaukee4.734Closed

Prices are shown where the business publishes them. A blank cell means we couldn't confirm that detail, not that the business lacks it.

1. Zena's Professional African Hair Braiding

Zena's Professional African Hair Braiding is a hair salon in Columbus Park that publishes its hair braiding prices online, so you can see the cost before you book.

  • Where: 4758 N 76th St, Milwaukee, WI 53218
  • Google rating: 4.6 from 72 reviews
  • Price: from $45 (Classic Cornrow Braids, Invisible Braids and Feeding Braids on its menu)
  • Weekend: Saturday 7 AM–10 PM, Sunday 7 AM–10 PM; open until 10 PM on Mondays
  • Book: book Zena's Professional African Hair Braiding online or see its profile
  • Stands out for Sunday hours (7 AM–10 PM), and evening appointments, open until 10 PM on Mondays.

    2. OM African Professional Hair Braiding (Milwaukee)

    OM African Professional Hair Braiding is a hair salon in Milwaukee that Google Maps lists for hair braiding searches in Milwaukee.

  • Where: 4111 N Port Washington Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53212 (4.56 miles southeast of Zena's Professional African Hair Braiding)
  • Google rating: 4.8 from 287 reviews
  • Weekend: Saturday Open 24 hours, Sunday Closed; open until 12 AM on Mondays
  • Website: omafricanhairbraiding.com
  • Stands out for a 4.8-star average across 287 reviews, and evening appointments, open until 12 AM on Mondays.

    3. Royal Crowns n Kinks - Knotless Hair Braider (Wauwatosa)

    Royal Crowns n Kinks - Knotless Hair Braider is a hairdresser in Wauwatosa that Google Maps lists for hair braiding searches in Milwaukee.

  • Where: 12201 W Burleigh St Ste 11, Wauwatosa, WI 53222 (3.64 miles southwest of Zena's Professional African Hair Braiding)
  • Google rating: 4.8 from 38 reviews
  • Weekend: Saturday 7 AM–3 PM, Sunday Closed; open until 10 PM on Tuesdays
  • Website: royalcrownsnkinks.com
  • Stands out for a 4.8-star average across 38 reviews, and evening appointments, open until 10 PM on Tuesdays.

    4. Braiding By Gertrude (Hampton Heights)

    Braiding By Gertrude is a hair salon in Hampton Heights that Google Maps lists for hair braiding searches in Milwaukee.

  • Where: 5215 W Villard Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53218 (1.51 miles northeast of Zena's Professional African Hair Braiding)
  • Google rating: 3.9 from 112 reviews
  • Weekend: Saturday 8 AM–8 PM, Sunday 8 AM–8 PM; open until 8 PM on Mondays
  • Website: web.facebook.com
  • Stands out for Sunday hours (8 AM–8 PM), and evening appointments, open until 8 PM on Mondays.

    5. Dakar Hair Braiding (Milwaukee)

    Dakar Hair Braiding is a beauty salon in Milwaukee that Google Maps lists for hair braiding searches in Milwaukee.

  • Where: 4710 W Fond du Lac Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53216 (2.08 miles southeast of Zena's Professional African Hair Braiding)
  • Google rating: 4.2 from 77 reviews
  • Weekend: Saturday 8 AM–7 PM, Sunday 9 AM–5 PM; open until 7 PM on Mondays
  • Stands out for Sunday hours (9 AM–5 PM).

    6. Revelations Two African Hair Braiding (Valhalla)

    Revelations Two African Hair Braiding is a hair salon in Valhalla that Google Maps lists for hair braiding searches in Milwaukee.

  • Where: 5268 N 76th St, Milwaukee, WI 53218 (0.67 miles north of Zena's Professional African Hair Braiding)
  • Google rating: 4.5 from 469 reviews
  • Weekend: Saturday 8 AM–9 PM, Sunday 9 AM–6 PM; open until 9 PM on Fridays
  • Website: revelationstwo.com
  • Stands out for the longest review record on this list, 469 Google reviews, and Sunday hours (9 AM–6 PM).

    7. Artistry of Braiding (Milwaukee)

    Artistry of Braiding is a hair salon in Milwaukee that Google Maps lists for hair braiding searches in Milwaukee.

  • Where: 9100 W Burleigh St Suite 1, Milwaukee, WI 53222 (2.25 miles south of Zena's Professional African Hair Braiding)
  • Google rating: 4.9 from 98 reviews
  • Weekend: Saturday 9 AM–4 PM, Sunday Closed
  • Website: artistryofbraiding.glossgenius.com
  • Stands out for a 4.9-star average across 98 reviews.

    8. Peco African Hair Braiding (Milwaukee)

    Peco African Hair Braiding is a hair salon in Milwaukee that Google Maps lists for hair braiding searches in Milwaukee.

  • Where: 2458 W Capitol Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53206 (3.3 miles southeast of Zena's Professional African Hair Braiding)
  • Google rating: 4.4 from 301 reviews
  • Weekend: Saturday Open 24 hours, Sunday Open 24 hours; open until 12 AM on Mondays
  • Stands out for Sunday hours (Open 24 hours), and evening appointments, open until 12 AM on Mondays.

    9. African Hair Braiding Nicky (Milwaukee)

    African Hair Braiding Nicky is a hair salon in Milwaukee that Google Maps lists for hair braiding searches in Milwaukee.

  • Where: 3716 N 92nd St, Milwaukee, WI 53222 (1.73 miles southwest of Zena's Professional African Hair Braiding)
  • Google rating: 4.9 from 23 reviews
  • Weekend: Saturday 8 AM–9 PM, Sunday 8 AM–9 PM; open until 10 PM on Mondays
  • Website: africanhairbraidingnicky.gilgalbyte.com
  • Stands out for Sunday hours (8 AM–9 PM), and evening appointments, open until 10 PM on Mondays.

    10. African Hair Braiding By Ange (Milwaukee)

    African Hair Braiding By Ange is a hair salon in Milwaukee that Google Maps lists for hair braiding searches in Milwaukee.

  • Where: 6400 W Capitol Dr Ste 202, Milwaukee, WI 53216 (1.2 miles southeast of Zena's Professional African Hair Braiding)
  • Google rating: 4.7 from 34 reviews
  • Weekend: Saturday 7 AM–6 PM, Sunday Closed
  • Website: booksy.com
  • Stands out for a 4.7-star Google average from 34 reviews.

    How much does hair braiding cost in Milwaukee?

    Zena's Professional African Hair Braiding lists hair braiding from $45, on its published menu. Across 127 Zoca salons nationwide, hair braiding typically runs $80 to $200, with a median of $135 (October 2026). Final prices depend on length, add-ons and the stylist's level, so confirm the quote when you book.

    Hair Braiding in Milwaukee on Sundays and evenings

    Open on Sunday: Zena's Professional African Hair Braiding (7 AM–10 PM), Braiding By Gertrude (8 AM–8 PM), Dakar Hair Braiding (9 AM–5 PM), Revelations Two African Hair Braiding (9 AM–6 PM), Peco African Hair Braiding (Open 24 hours) and African Hair Braiding Nicky (8 AM–9 PM). Open until 8 PM or later at least one day a week: Zena's Professional African Hair Braiding (10 PM on Mondays), OM African Professional Hair Braiding (12 AM on Mondays), Royal Crowns n Kinks - Knotless Hair Braider (10 PM on Tuesdays), Braiding By Gertrude (8 PM on Mondays), Revelations Two African Hair Braiding (9 PM on Fridays), Peco African Hair Braiding (12 AM on Mondays) and African Hair Braiding Nicky (10 PM on Mondays). Hours are from Google Maps in October 2026; check before you go.

    Before you book hair braiding in Milwaukee

    Do

  • Bring two or three reference photos, including one of what you don't want.
  • Ask for a consultation before a large color change or a major cut.
  • Book ahead and note the cancellation window when you do.
  • Read the newest reviews, not only the average. They describe the team working there now.
  • Don't

  • Don't assume walk-ins are welcome; call or book first.
  • Don't hold back allergies, medications or skin sensitivities at check-in.
  • Don't choose on stars alone. A 4.7 from 900 reviews and a 5.0 from 12 reviews are different kinds of evidence.
  • Follow

  • Wait 48 to 72 hours before washing newly colored hair, and switch to a sulfate-free shampoo.
  • Tip 15 to 20 percent where tipping is customary, and check whether the business includes service charges.
  • Keep any written aftercare you are given and follow it for the full period.
  • How this list was made

    We searched Google Maps for "hair braiding" around Milwaukee, WI and kept businesses within 6 miles with a Google rating and at least five reviews, filed under the kind of business that does this work, in the order Google returned them. Featured businesses on Best Hair Guide that sell hair braiding, by their own published menu, are listed first. Other businesses are included because Google shows them for the search; we haven't checked their menus or prices. Ratings, reviews, hours and accessibility are from Google Maps in October 2026; area names are from OpenStreetMap; national price ranges are from the Zoca Beauty Price Index.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does hair braiding cost in Milwaukee?
    Zena's Professional African Hair Braiding lists hair braiding from $45. Nationally, Zoca salons typically charge $80 to $200 (median $135), as of October 2026.
    Where can I get hair braiding on a Sunday in Milwaukee?
    Zena's Professional African Hair Braiding (7 AM–10 PM), Braiding By Gertrude (8 AM–8 PM), Dakar Hair Braiding (9 AM–5 PM), Revelations Two African Hair Braiding (9 AM–6 PM), Peco African Hair Braiding (Open 24 hours) and African Hair Braiding Nicky (8 AM–9 PM). Hours are from Google Maps in October 2026.
    Which place for hair braiding in Milwaukee has the most Google reviews?
    Revelations Two African Hair Braiding, with 469 Google reviews and a 4.5-star average as of October 2026.
    Can I book hair braiding online in Milwaukee?
    Yes. Zena's Professional African Hair Braiding takes bookings on its own website, with prices shown before you book.
    How was this list chosen?
    From Google Maps results for "hair braiding" around Milwaukee: businesses with a rating and at least five reviews, in Google's order, after the featured Best Hair Guide business. No other business paid to be included.
    Where can I get hair braiding in Milwaukee, WI?
    Zena's Professional African Hair Braiding, OM African Professional Hair Braiding, Royal Crowns n Kinks - Knotless Hair Braider, Braiding By Gertrude, Dakar Hair Braiding and Revelations Two African Hair Braiding, and 4 more on this page. Zena's Professional African Hair Braiding publishes its hair braiding prices and takes bookings online.
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