List Best 21 Nail Salons in Manhattan, NY (Part 3)

Kathryn J I went to this location cause the rating was so good on Google. The procedure was nice. I liked the massage as well…but only after a day, my hair started to get stuck in between the nails and the gel. I was hoping it would go away but the tip of the nails are all rough getting more things stuck (my jacket as well…) after a week, the tip of the nail chipped. It seems that the nails lacked another coating….? I really wanted to love it but I sadly will not be going back… (Just writing this for FYI. Don’t expect too much. )

Miriam Stoner Lisa gave me five star treatment during my SNS powder manicure session. The complimentary massage while my nails were drying really put the cherry on top. She made sure to buff and shine them to perfection. She chose a bold color I typically would not have and it perfectly complements my hair and skin tone. Cannot wait to come back to enjoy this experience again.

Christine Chuang Been going to this place for 3 months now. I really like it. Place is clean and all the ladies there are friendly. So far I’ve been very happy with their work!

Ilanna Keyslay I have been looking for a nail salon after recently moving to the area, and tried a couple but no places that I loved for the price they were charging. I tried sunshine nails after reading mostly good reviews and I love the way my gel x came out. $70 for soak off of the old ones + new full set with gel polish. Shaping was great, pricing was reasonable (and competitive given what others in the area charge), it was easy to book online, and they guarantee free nail fix if you have any chips or issues within 7 days of service. This will be my new regular spot from now on. I saw Dan for this service

Loretta Amazing from the moment I stepped in they offered me water. Super accommodating and welcoming and friendly personalities . Great service I can’t wait to come back, and highly recommend! And my nails came out amazing

Kay I went here with a couple of friends for manicures and pedicures a couple days ago and we did not have great experiences. For my pedicure: the water was room temperature rather than warm, there were no jets on in the soaking tub, the nail lady barely scrubbed my feet, and did not wash the products off my feet properly leaving the soles of my feet green. I wish I took pictures. One of my friends and I then had to walk on the dirty floor without slippers despite there being a stack of slippers. When I asked for a pair of slippers because I did not want to put my feet on the dirty floor again, the nail lady brought me paper towel to place underneath my feet lol. When painting my toes, I also had to instruct the nail lady to add another coat because there were spots where the coating obviously was not enough. For my manicure: I’ll insert the pictures below. The paint job was inconsistent. The nails started chipping/peeling off the following day and had air bubbles all over them. I paid for the polish that was supposedly to last longer… I honestly want a refund for this shabby job! When we left, we paid and still tipped them. But, I was complaining about the soles of my feet being green when a couple nail ladies overheard; they told me that it would go away once I took a shower and it did. I also complained about having to walk barefooted in the shop as my toes dried. One of the ladies condescendingly tried to give me slippers after the fact, asking if I wanted a pair of slippers as if they were useful to me now that my toes had dried. Overall, not good experiences. I’ve been to many salons and this was the worst experience ever. Do NOT recommend. I have never had a pedicure and left the salon with ashy green feet. I even had to ask them for lotion after the pedicure to moisturize my feet lol. This place seemed to have good reviews, but you’re better off DIY than going here. I wonder why our experiences were different…

Allison Salzman Salon is nice and feels clean. Nail techs were pleasant. However, my $55 dip powder manicure did not last a week. On day 7 I had two nails fall off completely cleanly. I went in and they fixed them without any fuss, although I did have to wait 30 minutes. The next day another nail came off. Very annoying. Unfortunately I wont be going back except to have this manicure removed which hopefully they won’t charge me for ($15 for removal).

Winattar Rawinantanadda Nina was great. It was beyond my expectations. The only thing I would love to recommend was the reception upstairs, no the front desk, was loud. I noticed it could be the only for nail salon in the back perhaps. But it would be wonderful if they can lower their voice for the spa vibe. Definitely will come back

Viktorija Grillo I recently moved back to the UWS and am not so impressed with the nail salons up here but luckily I found Angel Nail Spa!! I called to inquire about a pedicure and was able to get one the same day! This adorable, small salon is clean and well kept. I was impressed with the perfect amount of space for the pedicure chairs versus the manicure stations. Only a few people can be serviced at a time so it is truly a relaxing environment. No cell phone usage is a huge plus for me! Very reasonable prices within the range you’d expect. My pedicure was beyond relaxing and came out flawless! The woman really took her time and cleaned my nails up nicely. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a solid and clean spot.

Angie gomez I have been going to AKIKO for a while now and it’s 100% worth it the work and the effort that goes into the nail art is truly amazing. The staff is super friendly and are very attentive with the service given to costumers. My nails have never been stronger after getting extensions, and sets have never been more durable after a month like the ones I’ve gotten at AKIKO. I truly recommend this place it’s amazing!!!

Chelsea Hall I paid $186 for these gel extensions including tip. The price when I booked was HALF the price and at the end the owner “surprised” me with that number, I asked her to explain it and she tried to shower me with compliments. I am not wealthy, this was a huge chunk of my paycheck, and just because I went in wearing my nice work clothes does not give you the right to rip someone off. Also, I went there two weeks ago for a gel set and one of the nails already popped off two weeks in- that’s why I went back. (Also, the thumb on the right hand of this set is crooked!) I got my nails done to help me feel confident visiting my dad who has leukemia. The lady who runs this place should be ashamed. EDIT: the owner has responded as you can see below. My extensions were the same length as the ones I purchased the first time, which she told me were short. At no point during the appointment did she tell me I was going to be upcharged or charged differently than what I booked. On their website it says the soak off is included, which she clearly admitted to charging me for below. I will be reporting this business. Also, nowhere in my review did I mention my cuticles. And yes, the owner is correct for noting I have eczema. I am in no way blaming this business for me having eczema. The fact that the service took so long is because my nail technician was taking her time, shes clearly new at her job, which I dont fault her for. But as a client I should not be penalized for how slow the tech is. The owner also didnt ask me if I wanted to have the nails filled in, as she mentioned below-- I asked the tech for that, then the owner told me that I had to get a new set. Because I was naive, I believed her.

Kylen Smith Ive had awful experiences with nail salons near here, but Im happy to say that I found a wonderful salon that gave me one of the most high quality gel manicures I have ever received. I booked a 12:30 pm appointment and was seated right away. The salon wasnt empty but wasnt crowded either - a good sign, in my opinion. My nail tech was very thorough throughout the entire process. I never felt rushed as she made sure everything from my nail length/shape, cuticles/skin around my nails, and the application of the color was perfect. I was fortunate enough that she was able to provide me a UV dryer for each hand (although I dont know if this would be the case during a busier time). Unlike other places that try to rush the drying stage, my nail tech made sure to let my nails stay under the lamp for two full 60 second cycles for each layer of primer, polish, and top coat. She had a sixth sense for knowing when the heat lamp had completed its cycle, as she would quickly turn it back on. Shoulder/back massages are offered, but I declined. I still received a complimentary "sample" massage at two different points during the appointment. It felt so nice that I might have to get one in the future. This salon prefers cash and has an ATM by the front door. The ATM fee isnt that expensive ($2), but there are enough major banks in the area that you can withdraw some cash ahead of time if you want to avoid the fee. My manicure looks beautiful and has really boosted my confidence in the short while that Ive had it. I will definitely be returning in the future!

Kelly Siz Had an awesome gel manicure today at an affordable price. She let me pick out a cateye color for a regular manicure and its absolutely stunning. She took her time on filing, shaping and cutting my cuticles. Definitely will be back

Jasleen Chawla I absolutely adore Honey Nails! I’m someone who is VERY picky about how my nails are done and I was having issues with my old salon so I was so happy to have stumbled across Honey Nails in my own neighborhood. I can honestly say that every time I’ve gone it’s been a 10/10 experience, and I’ve been going for over a year now! All the girls who work there are very conscientious and consistent. They really really value customer service and quality and those are the most important things to me. The salon is also beautiful and clean and not very busy so it always feels like such a luxury experience! Also they have an amazing color selection as well as really high quality nail polish so that even just a regular manicure will last at least a week!

Lisette Wilson First time here and it was great, the girls are super professional and did a manicure (gel) and pedicure pretty quickly! I definitely recommend coming here!

Lysa Price Golden Nail on the Upper West Side is a gem! The salon is spotlessly clean, and they offer a wide array of color options to choose from. What impressed me the most was how efficiently they got me in and out without sacrificing quality. If youre looking for a fast and fabulous nail experience, look no further than Golden Nail!

Lisi I have gone to Spring Nail Beauty Spa for over ten years for all my mani/pedis and I have consistently been happy here. I get the most perfect thin French manicure (and pedicure!) and have been pleased with all the wonderful staff here. It’s rare, but if anything happens to my nails post visit, the owner is quick to respond and happy to correct. 10/10 recommend!

Meralys Gomez Peralta At first they were so good to me. I used to do gel and then switched to powder to see if it would last longer. I did my nails on February Wednesday 26 and by Sunday they were already chipped off by the corner. I still go back because its in my block lol. They do paint my toes nice

Kiki R. I highly recommend this nail salon that my friend suggested. After coming here, I can’t imagine going anywhere else. Jessica is my technician, and she is incredibly talented and professional. She ensures everything is perfect every time. I tried nail extensions for the first time here, opting for an almond shape, and I’m obsessed! Jessica always brings my vision to life, even without me picking the color. I receive many compliments, and my nails last for a month. The salon is always busy with both manicures and pedicures, so I recommend making an appointment ahead of time. The place is clean, relaxing, and easy to get to, not far from the subway. Highly recommended!

tom wang Had a wonderful spa pedicure here! The atmosphere was so relaxing, and the service was excellent. The prices were affordable, and the staff—especially the boss—was super friendly. I’ll definitely coming back!

Michelle Amazing amazing nail place for every occasion! I saw that recent reviews were pretty poor and was so confused by them because I had a great experience at Lexi Nails. I was recommended by a close friend (who goes here every time to get her nails done) to give this place a try and it was the most professional, sanitary, and personalized nail job I’ve ever had. There was a little bit of a wait even though I made an appointment, but the process was so smooth and quick. My nail technician immediately started asking me what color, design, shape, etc I wanted and would switch in and out with other technicians whose specialties worked with what I wanted. They did an amazing job with the shaping, chrome color, and extensions. They were also incredibly friendly and held conversation with me for a comfortable amount of time. The owners were also incredibly kind, taking photos of the nails and doing gorgeous designs on my friend’s nails. If you’re here for just a regular gel manicure, the price point is great for Manhattan. Getting extensions and designs is definitely more expensive but just depends on what you want. Generally, I’d definitely recommend this place to anyone looking to get a cute manicure in. Will be coming here again with friends!