African Hair Braiding · Harlem, NYC

Beautiful braids,
done right the first time.

Knotless, box braids, locs, and kids' styles by Khady Pouye and team — at 2306 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd, between 135th and 136th. Walk-ins welcome.

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★★★★★ 4.8 · 240+ reviews
Open today 8:30am – 7pm
Walk-ins welcome
★ 4.8 · 240+ reviews
Est. Harlem
Kady
African Hair Braiding
The Menu

Every braid, twist, and loc — priced honestly.

A full African hair braiding menu for adults and kids. All prices and times are starting points; final price depends on length, size, and added hair.

Knotless Braids

From $180~4 hr
Most-booked

Small Knotless

From $250~6 hr

Medium Knotless

From $200~4.5 hr

Large Knotless

From $160~3.25 hr

Box Braids

From $180~4 hr

Medium Box Braids

$250~4 hr

Small Box Braids

From $200~5.5 hr

Cornrows

From $50~2.25 hr

Feed-In Braids

$150~3 hr

Lemonade Braids

From $120~4 hr

Fulani Braids

$200~3.5 hr

Goddess Braids

$200~3.5 hr

Senegalese Twist

From $200~3.5 hr

Passion Twist

From $180~3 hr

Two-Strand Twist

$100~1.5 hr

Starter Locs

From $100~2 hr

Loc Retwist

$100~1.5 hr

Loc Repair

From $80~1.5 hr

Faux Locs

From $200~4 hr

Butterfly Locs

From $200~4 hr

Invisible Locs

$250~5 hr

Sew-In Weave

From $100~2.5 hr

Quick Weave

$80~1.25 hr

Crochet

$100~2.5 hr

Kids Braids

From $50~2 hr
Kids

Hair Wash

From $2015 min
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What we're known for

Fast, careful kids' braids — and walk-ins who actually get seated.

In a city where you wait three weeks for an appointment and four hours past your time slot, Kady runs a different shop. Kids in and out in two hours. Walk-ins seated and braided same-day. Short hair, pixie length, locs in any state — all welcome.

Made for the next generation

Kids' braids start at $50 and most appointments are done within two hours — long enough to look beautiful, short enough that nobody is squirming.

My appointment for my daughter was scheduled at 1pm. We got there around 12:33pm. They took her right away, and her hair was still done within 2 hours.— Breeya · Mar 16 2026 · Kids braids
From real clients

4.8 stars across 240+ reviews on Google & Booksy.

Every review below is a verified booking from Booksy — not pulled from anywhere. Owner-stylist Khady Pouye personally serves the majority of clients.

Chuk
★★★★★

"I flew in from Atlanta/Knoxville and needed cornrows for an event the next day. She was so professional and patient. The hair came out so good and neat."

Cornrows · Apr 10 2026
Mesha
★★★★★

"I had a great experience at Kady's shop. When you go to a braiding shop you look for fast braiding and an amazing hair style — and I received both."

Medium Box Braids · Oct 21 2025
Angelina
★★★★★

"I came as a walk-in and Kady immediately sat me down, washed and blow-dried me, and braided me down — with pixie cut length. Cannot be happier! Definitely my new spot."

Walk-In · Sep 13 2025
Chantel
★★★★★

"Kady did a sew-in/weave for me and I love it. It looks very natural and she really took her time to make it perfect. She made sure I was comfortable every step."

Sew-In Weave · Sep 19 2025
Kofi
★★★★★

"I had a great experience. Very friendly and accommodating. I like my twists."

Starter Locs · Jan 14 2026
Ezeoranu
★★★★★

"I had a good time at Kady's the other day & my hair came out super neat & pretty. I got a ton of compliments. 🙃"

Sep 15 2025

See all 240+ reviews on Google · Booksy

Come in

2306 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd, Harlem.

Between West 135th and 136th Street on 7th Ave. A short walk from the 2/3 train at 135th.

Address
2306 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd
New York, NY 10030
Phone
(646) 682-9412
Today
8:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Booking
Booksy · walk-ins welcome
Instagram
@khady_african_hair_braiding
Access
Wheelchair accessible
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Good to know

Questions, answered.

Do you take walk-ins?
Yes. We seat walk-ins whenever a stylist is free, but for guaranteed time we recommend booking on Booksy or calling ahead at (646) 682-9412. Saturdays fill up fastest.
How long does an appointment take?
It depends on the style. Cornrows and kids' braids are typically 2–2.5 hours. Box braids and knotless run 3.5–6 hours depending on size — small knotless is the longest at about 6 hours. The Booksy menu shows the time for every service.
How much do knotless braids cost?
Knotless braids start at $180 for jumbo, $200 for medium, and $250 for small. Final price depends on length and how much hair you're adding. Boho or curly add-ons are quoted in person.
Do you do kids' braids?
Yes — kids' braids start at $50 and most appointments are done within about two hours so children aren't sitting all day. Bring a tablet or a snack and we'll handle the rest.
Do you work with short hair?
Yes. We've braided clients with pixie-cut length and shorter — adding extension hair when needed. Send a photo through Booksy if you want to confirm before booking.
Do you do locs and loc maintenance?
Yes — starter locs from $100, retwist $100, loc repair from $80, and specialty styles like butterfly locs, faux locs, and invisible locs are all on the menu.
Should I wash my hair before coming in?
It's not required — we offer a hair wash from $20 — but starting with clean, detangled hair helps protective styles last longer and shortens the appointment time.
Do I need to bring my own hair?
For most braided styles, yes — we recommend pre-stretched braiding hair (Kanekalon, X-Pression, etc.). If you're not sure how much to bring, message on Booksy and we'll tell you the right pack count for your style.
Where exactly are you located?
2306 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd (a.k.a. 7 Ave), New York, NY 10030 — between West 135th and 136th Streets in Central Harlem. Closest train: 135 St (2/3).
Is the salon wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the salon is wheelchair accessible.
Can I get my hair done same-day for an event?
Often, yes — clients have flown in for events and gotten cornrows or braids the day before. Call ahead so we can see what's open and how long the style you want will take.
Who does the work?
Owner-stylist Khady Pouye personally serves the majority of clients. Reviews on Booksy specifically credit her by name.
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