Popular Offbeat Business Closes On Hoboken's Washington Street

HOBOKEN, NJ — A colorful hair salon on upper Washington Street in Hoboken has packed up for good and is "going mobile," according to signage on its doors.

On Saturday, disco music could be heard blaring from Spesh at 932 Washington St. It was one last hurrah for the offbeat business, which often had humorous sayings on signage out front.

Steven Torres, a stylist, barber, and DJ, opened the salon in 2017.

"Salon is going mobile and we will no longer have a storefront," the business noted on social media. "Slide in our DM for all future appointments whether it’s a house call or office visit. Denver reservations will be available soon. Hope to see ya’ll soon."

The shop specialized in men's cuts and color, but said, "Spesh caters to all genders. We are also LGBT friendly. We specialize in practically just about everything."

"Located in the heart of Hoboken, The Spesh Shoppe is first of its kind," the shop noted on its website. "We aren’t just any salon or barbershop. We cater to culture and fashion. We specialize in men and boys haircutting/styling. We also offer color, gray blending, beard trims, and texture services (relaxers). Providing good services without you having to pay a fortune or even trek into the city."

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