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Ganiyat African Hair Braiding vs Nearby Hair Salons in Newark (2026)

Ganiyat African Hair Braiding and 10 nearby hair salons in Newark compared on Google ratings, reviews, hours, online booking and accessibility.

Renee Hollister, Senior Hair Editor·Published ·How we vet
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Ganiyat African Hair Braiding sits at 941 Bergen St, Newark, NJ 07112. Within 2 miles there are 25 other hair salons with a meaningful number of Google reviews. Here are 10 of them, picked so every direction around Ganiyat African Hair Braiding is covered, compared side by side.

Ganiyat African Hair Braiding is a featured business on Best Hair Guide. Every business on this page, including Ganiyat African Hair Braiding, was picked and is described by the same rule, using its public Google Maps listing as of October 2026.

Hair Salons near Newark at a glance

Hair SalonWhereGoogle ratingReviewsSaturdaySundayWheelchair access listed
Ganiyat African Hair BraidingNewark (this page)4.7816 AM–11 PMClosed
Charmaine has hands4hair1.96 mi north, Newark4.51038 AM–4:30 PMClosed
RAMA COCO AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING SALON0.05 mi south, Newark4.32688 AM–9 PM10 AM–9 PM
CBH Studio1.82 mi southwest, Hillside51127:30 AM–3 PMClosed
Esther Hair Braiding And Salon0.85 mi northwest, Newark4.86310 AM–8 PMClosed
Explosive Styles0.64 mi north, Newark4.1708 AM–6:30 PM8:30 AM–3 PM
Bebe Hair Braiding0.05 mi south, Newark4.3859 AM–7 PM10 AM–7 PM
R & N Hair Studio1.74 mi southwest, Hillside4.21518 AM–6 PM9 AM–3:30 PM
Patience Hair salon1.67 mi northwest, Irvington3.91288 AM–8 PMClosed
Cooks Salon0.28 mi south, Newark4.9177 AM–3 PMClosed
Kleen Kutz0.2 mi southwest, Newark4.6948 AM–8 PMClosed

A blank cell means we couldn't confirm that detail from Google, not that the business lacks it.

Start here: Ganiyat African Hair Braiding

Ganiyat African Hair Braiding is a hair salon at 941 Bergen St, Newark, NJ 07112, rated 4.7 out of 5 across 81 Google reviews. It publishes prices for 45 services, from $170 to $500, so you can see the cost before you book. Its latest finish is 11 PM on Saturdays. Book Ganiyat African Hair Braiding online or see its full profile.

Ganiyat African Hair Braiding vs Explosive Styles (Newark)

Explosive Styles is a hair salon at 79 Clinton Pl, Newark, NJ 07108. It is 0.64 miles north of Ganiyat African Hair Braiding.

Ganiyat African Hair BraidingExplosive Styles
AreaNewarkNewark, 0.64 mi north
Google rating4.74.1
Google reviews8170
Saturday6 AM–11 PM8 AM–6:30 PM
SundayClosed8:30 AM–3 PM
Book onlineYes, on its websiteYes, via Google

Explosive Styles stands out for Sunday appointments (8:30 AM–3 PM).

Ganiyat African Hair Braiding stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.7 stars, and a later finish, open until 11 PM on Saturdays.

Charmaine has hands4hair, 1.96 mi north: how it compares with Ganiyat African Hair Braiding

Charmaine has hands4hair is a hair salon at 263 S Orange Ave, Newark, NJ 07103. It is 1.96 miles north of Ganiyat African Hair Braiding.

Ganiyat African Hair BraidingCharmaine has hands4hair
AreaNewarkNewark, 1.96 mi north
Google rating4.74.5
Google reviews81103
Saturday6 AM–11 PM8 AM–4:30 PM
SundayClosedClosed
Book onlineYes, on its website

Charmaine has hands4hair stands out for a longer review record, 103 Google reviews.

Ganiyat African Hair Braiding stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.7 stars, and a later finish, open until 11 PM on Saturdays.

RAMA COCO AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING SALON in Newark vs Ganiyat African Hair Braiding

RAMA COCO AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING SALON is a hairdresser at 955 Bergen St, Newark, NJ 07112. It is 0.05 miles south of Ganiyat African Hair Braiding.

Ganiyat African Hair BraidingRAMA COCO AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING SALON
AreaNewarkNewark, 0.05 mi south
Google rating4.74.3
Google reviews81268
Saturday6 AM–11 PM8 AM–9 PM
SundayClosed10 AM–9 PM
Book onlineYes, on its websiteYes, via Google

RAMA COCO AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING SALON stands out for a longer review record, 268 Google reviews, and Sunday appointments (10 AM–9 PM).

Ganiyat African Hair Braiding stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.7 stars, and a later finish, open until 11 PM on Saturdays.

Ganiyat African Hair Braiding vs Bebe Hair Braiding (Newark)

Bebe Hair Braiding is a hair salon at 959 1/2 Bergen St, Newark, NJ 07112. It is 0.05 miles south of Ganiyat African Hair Braiding.

Ganiyat African Hair BraidingBebe Hair Braiding
AreaNewarkNewark, 0.05 mi south
Google rating4.74.3
Google reviews8185
Saturday6 AM–11 PM9 AM–7 PM
SundayClosed10 AM–7 PM
Book onlineYes, on its website

Bebe Hair Braiding stands out for Sunday appointments (10 AM–7 PM).

Ganiyat African Hair Braiding stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.7 stars, and a later finish, open until 11 PM on Saturdays.

Cooks Salon, 0.28 mi south: how it compares with Ganiyat African Hair Braiding

Cooks Salon is a hair salon at 1038 Bergen St, Newark, NJ 07112. It is 0.28 miles south of Ganiyat African Hair Braiding.

Ganiyat African Hair BraidingCooks Salon
AreaNewarkNewark, 0.28 mi south
Google rating4.74.9
Google reviews8117
Saturday6 AM–11 PM7 AM–3 PM
SundayClosedClosed
Book onlineYes, on its website

Cooks Salon stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.9 stars.

Ganiyat African Hair Braiding stands out for a longer review record, 81 Google reviews, and a later finish, open until 11 PM on Saturdays.

Kleen Kutz in Newark vs Ganiyat African Hair Braiding

Kleen Kutz is a hair salon at 1011 Bergen St, Newark, NJ 07112. It is 0.2 miles southwest of Ganiyat African Hair Braiding.

Ganiyat African Hair BraidingKleen Kutz
AreaNewarkNewark, 0.2 mi southwest
Google rating4.74.6
Google reviews8194
Saturday6 AM–11 PM8 AM–8 PM
SundayClosedClosed
Book onlineYes, on its websiteYes, via Google

Kleen Kutz stands out for a steady 4.6-star average across 94 Google reviews.

Ganiyat African Hair Braiding stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.7 stars, and a later finish, open until 11 PM on Saturdays.

Ganiyat African Hair Braiding vs R & N Hair Studio (Hillside)

R & N Hair Studio is a hair salon at 1301 Liberty Ave, Hillside, NJ 07205. It is 1.74 miles southwest of Ganiyat African Hair Braiding, in Hillside.

Ganiyat African Hair BraidingR & N Hair Studio
AreaNewarkHillside, 1.74 mi southwest
Google rating4.74.2
Google reviews81151
Saturday6 AM–11 PM8 AM–6 PM
SundayClosed9 AM–3:30 PM
Book onlineYes, on its website

R & N Hair Studio stands out for a longer review record, 151 Google reviews, and Sunday appointments (9 AM–3:30 PM).

Ganiyat African Hair Braiding stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.7 stars, and a later finish, open until 11 PM on Saturdays.

CBH Studio, 1.82 mi southwest: how it compares with Ganiyat African Hair Braiding

CBH Studio is a hair salon at 1268 Liberty Ave, Hillside, NJ 07205. It is 1.82 miles southwest of Ganiyat African Hair Braiding, in Hillside.

Ganiyat African Hair BraidingCBH Studio
AreaNewarkHillside, 1.82 mi southwest
Google rating4.75
Google reviews81112
Saturday6 AM–11 PM7:30 AM–3 PM
SundayClosedClosed
Book onlineYes, on its websiteYes, via Google

CBH Studio stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 5 stars, and a longer review record, 112 Google reviews.

Ganiyat African Hair Braiding stands out for a later finish, open until 11 PM on Saturdays, and prices published for 45 services before you book.

Esther Hair Braiding And Salon in Newark vs Ganiyat African Hair Braiding

Esther Hair Braiding And Salon is a hair salon at 398 Lyons Ave, Newark, NJ 07112. It is 0.85 miles northwest of Ganiyat African Hair Braiding.

Ganiyat African Hair BraidingEsther Hair Braiding And Salon
AreaNewarkNewark, 0.85 mi northwest
Google rating4.74.8
Google reviews8163
Saturday6 AM–11 PM10 AM–8 PM
SundayClosedClosed
Book onlineYes, on its website

Esther Hair Braiding And Salon stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.8 stars.

Ganiyat African Hair Braiding stands out for a later finish, open until 11 PM on Saturdays, and prices published for 45 services before you book.

Ganiyat African Hair Braiding vs Patience Hair salon (Irvington)

Patience Hair salon is a hair salon at 1051 Springfield Ave, Irvington, NJ 07111. It is 1.67 miles northwest of Ganiyat African Hair Braiding, in Irvington.

Ganiyat African Hair BraidingPatience Hair salon
AreaNewarkIrvington, 1.67 mi northwest
Google rating4.73.9
Google reviews81128
Saturday6 AM–11 PM8 AM–8 PM
SundayClosedClosed
Book onlineYes, on its website

Patience Hair salon stands out for a longer review record, 128 Google reviews, and an Irvington location, handy if you live or work nearby.

Ganiyat African Hair Braiding stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.7 stars, and a later finish, open until 11 PM on Saturdays.

How to choose a hair salon near Newark

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 these 10 were chosen

    We searched Google Maps for hair salons within 2 miles of Ganiyat African Hair Braiding, divided the circle into six 60-degree slices (north, northeast, southeast, south, southwest, northwest), and took the best-evidenced hair salons from each slice in turn, ranking by Google rating weighted by review count. Only businesses filed under the same kind of service, with at least five reviews, were considered. Ratings, reviews, hours and accessibility are as shown on Google Maps in October 2026; area names are from OpenStreetMap. Details change, so confirm hours and prices with the business before you go.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Which hair salon near Newark has the most Google reviews?
    Of the hair salons compared here, RAMA COCO AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING SALON has the most, with 268 Google reviews as of October 2026.
    Which hair salons near Ganiyat African Hair Braiding are open on Sunday?
    RAMA COCO AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING SALON (10 AM–9 PM), Explosive Styles (8:30 AM–3 PM), Bebe Hair Braiding (10 AM–7 PM), R & N Hair Studio (9 AM–3:30 PM). Hours are from Google Maps in October 2026; check before you go.
    How far is RAMA COCO AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING SALON from Ganiyat African Hair Braiding?
    About 0.05 miles south in a straight line.
    Can I book Ganiyat African Hair Braiding online?
    Yes. Ganiyat African Hair Braiding takes bookings on its own website, which also lists its services and prices ($170 to $500).
    How were these hair salons chosen?
    By location and evidence: a 2-mile circle around Ganiyat African Hair Braiding, split into six direction slices, with the best-reviewed hair salons taken from each slice in turn. No business was included or left out for payment.
    What hair salons are near Ganiyat African Hair Braiding in Newark?
    Within 2 miles: RAMA COCO AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING SALON (0.05 mi south), Bebe Hair Braiding (0.05 mi south), Kleen Kutz (0.2 mi southwest), Cooks Salon (0.28 mi south), Explosive Styles (0.64 mi north), Esther Hair Braiding And Salon (0.85 mi northwest), and 4 more compared on this page.
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