The best nail salon in Seattle, hands down! I've been to a lot of nail places, but Ascend Nail Lounge is on another level. They really take their time with prep, shaping, and making sure everything looks clean and perfect. Every time I get my nails done here, the finish is flawless and feels like a mirror. At other salons, you never really know how it's going to turn out, but here every single person I've had has done amazing work. The quality is always consistent, and everyone is so kind and professional. You can tell they care about what they do. I'll only trust this place from now on. It's truly the best, and I always leave feeling so happy with my nails. read more

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It pains me to write this review because I have been going here for years. I got a gel manicure last Friday. The front desk girls were nice. The initial first half of my appointment was fine. Things shifted towards the second half of my appointment. I accidentally dipped my hands back in water after my nails were filed and buffed. The tech I was working with (Lily) seemed visibly annoyed with me. I felt very awkward for the rest of my appointment. After that happened, she was weirdly pushy and abrupt with my hands while curing the gel nails under the LED light. That wasn't even the worst part. During the gel application, I saw this girl wipe her cleanup brush with extra alcohol directly onto the granite countertop, then use the same brush directly on my skin to clean the excess gel on my hands. I have always seen techs here use a paper towel (or another white towel) for this. I was so grossed out. To top off this experience, the hot towel and hand massage at the end of my appointment was super rushed and not thorough at all. So disappointing. I hope this was a fluke, but sad to say I will probably be going elsewhere. read more

Thank you Leah for the beautiful, professional and rejuvenating cat eye nail designs and cuticles! read more

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I'm a bit confused about the hype. It is a nail salon that is like the others but a bit more sterile. I got a pedicure that was very basic. So for the vibe and the service I would consider it overpriced. Ended the service with the front desk asking me when I was due... I'm not pregnant. So rough way to end what was supposed to be self care time. read more

Went in for a gel manicure and the girls that are working are so sweet and kind. Jady did my gel manicure and it turned out so well, she nailed the shape that I like which not everyone can do. It's a very calm and open atmosphere and the service is fantastic for the price. read more

it's a shame my second experience was so awful because my first one was pleasant. Came here with my friend and they gave her feet way more attention than mine during our pedicure services. then they told me during my pedicure that i didn't schedule a manicure even though i got two separate emails confirming i had both a shellac manicure and pedicure booked. then they said they could fit my manicure in; i waited nearly 20 minutes into her getting a manicure for me to not get seen for my nails and run out of time and leave just paying for the pedicure. read more

This is my second visit to Ascend Nail Lounge. It does not disappoint! It's so relaxing, the music is nice and it's very spacious. I've had two different nail artists so far and I'm so happy with the services provided. Highly recommend! read more

Top 2 worst pedicure and total experience. From massage chair malfunctioning and request for help ignored, to wrong color applied despite protestations, paid extra for but did not receive extra massage, and to top it off somehow we didn't get gel! Our polish literally pealed off inside of 2 weeks. Don't waste you time, money, or needed relaxation here. We were treated as an insufferable nuisance. read more

Always wonderful service and expertise here. I've been a semi- monthly manicure /pedicure customer for @3 years and have never had an experience less than awesome! Caring & kind staff. Go here! You'll be glad you did read more

Service was really good, the lady who did my manicure kept checking in with the gel light pink color I chose and even asked me if I wanted a third coat. We did a third coat but it was very nice they asked me and did the same for my toenails as well. The pricing is decent and I could tell they were really thorough. My nails were broken and very uneven before and they did a good job to make sure they are were pretty even/ identical in shape! read more

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Professional, talented staff through and through! I love my nails every time I come here. They don't do acrylics, but specialize in nail art! read more

Had a gel manicure done by Ivy in July 2025. I've never in my life had a manicure service done so well before. Ivy's professionalism and artistry has created a new standard for me in regard to getting my nails done. She checked in with me at literally every step of the way, was patient in making sure I liked my nails, and overall, took great care of my nails and nail bed. My nails never looked better, and I was so sad to have to remove them last night due to my natural nail growth. I wish I was a local as I would definitely book with Ivy again. My only criticism about my experience has to do with the booking process. I saw on Yelp and Google reviews that a lot of customers felt duped into paying for extra services at checkout. Determined to avoid any surprises, I made sure to add "nail art design" under the "extras" tab when I booked online. Originally, I wanted baby boomer nails, which are basically just ombre nails, but there were only niche extras to select from, such as cat eye or unicorn nails. "Nail art design" seemed to be the most fitting, so I booked the max - $25 for 25 mins of nail art services. When I checked in that day, the staff member told me it would be an extra $50 for what I wanted. So, it would've been $45 gel manicure + $50 for ombré + $25 for nail art = $120. I was shocked, but I appreciated the employee telling me in advance. I opted to do just the $45 gel manicure, and ended up still really happy with my service. I think Ascend could benefit from reorganizing their online booking menu, and for patrons, I would contact the salon to inquire prices for certain services in order to avoid sticker shock. read more

always such a great experience everytime i come here!! receptionists and technicians are so kind, pleasant and so helpful. this time i got a halloween set of nails with jenny and shes so skilled!! jenny helped me pick out my nail inspo and always made sure i was comfy and liked her designs. shes my favorite technician but there are so many talented people in the salon. the salon is always clean and organized and i love the peaceful vibe with the soothing music in the background. honestly here is my go-to place for great nails and relaxation so i really recommend this place to everyone!10/10 read more

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First time here and it was a great experience. This place is huge! It was clean and well kept and felt like an upscale salon without the prices of one. I had hiked for 4 days straight so I wanted to heal my feet with a pedicure. I got a hot stone pedi for $58+tip. I thought that was a steal in this area especially. The pedicurist treated my feet and legs to exfoliation, mud mask, gel, and a hot stone massage rub. Then the coloring came at the end. My feet were singing to me in the end instead of screaming after all my hikes. I felt so revitalized!! There is a 5% cash discount if you pay for cash (my $58 pedi turned into $55). I will def. be back! read more

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I've been going to Ascend for my monthly pedicures for over a year now and I have nothing but praise for this nail salon. Ascend has a large open space but never feels too busy. It has an upscale spa atmosphere without insane prices. The ladies at Ascend are very talented and attentive. My gel pedicures and manicures from Ascend always look flawless and are long lasting. I highly recommend Ascend Nail Lounge to anyone who is looking for a nail salon in the Seattle area. read more

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Being new to Seattle, one of my first missions was to find a nail salon. I chose 3 that I wanted to try before deciding where to become a regular. Ascend was the third that I tried and it's likely to become my regular spot. I got to the area a bit early so that I could explore a bit. There are some cafes around so I was able to enjoy a relaxing breakfast to myself before I got my nails done. I really enjoyed Ascend Nail Lounge. There's a ton of space, it's welcoming and comfortable, and it all seems to be kept incredibly clean. The staff were kind and helpful. They also have a decent selection of colors. I really loved Ivy. She did a wonderful job fixing my nails. And I mean... these nails were torn up! I did the most with my hands over the holidays so my nails were either broken or haphazardly cut to remove the broken nails. Ivy cut and shaped them perfectly without it being painful, even though she had to work very close to my skin. I highly recommend Ascend and Ivy. read more

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I just had my first visit at Ascend Nail Lounge and loved it! Welcoming receptionist as soon as you walk in very cute and clean inside. Spa feeling from the vibes to the services. I got the signature pedicure with Maria. It's on the higher end with price but detailed with pedicure and came with so many treatments it felt like they didn't stop coming! I definitely will be back, my pedicure came out amazing! read more

I love that I can make an appointment online here! They seem to have a decent amount of availability, chairs, and nail technicians so this place is perfect for when I have a last minute-ish urge to get my nails done. They have a wide selection of nail colors to choose from. The salon is very clean and all of the techs are sweet. I never have any complaints about the service I have received here, and I have been many times now. read more

LOVE Ascend! Have only been here a few times so far, but they always do an incredible job with my nails. My gel nails literally lasted an entire month without chipping. They have a great color selection and always get me in quickly. The salon is nice and clean, plus I think they have wine, which is a bonus. My only feedback is please change the elevator music to something more upbeat lol read more

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Started coming here for monthly pedicures after moving into the area. I called and made a same day appointment for late afternoon. I was welcomed and chose my color, then was taken to the seat shortly after. The salon is clean and they have the cleaning station viewable to everyone in the building, which I appreciate. I've always asked for an upgraded pedicure option but have been told they only do their "signature" and don't do any upgrades. My nails were also shaped crooked which I noticed after I left. I tend to get ingrown nails on my big toe, and the techs here have never fully gotten that piece out like other places do. Price is pretty on par for the city - about $85 after tip for a gel pedi. read more

I worked with Leah again and she's wonderful! I wasn't able to get my ombré nails this time since the machine was down, but she still came up with a gorgeous chrome design instead. Really happy with how it turned out--highly recommend. read more

I NEVER leave reviews and up until now I have not had any issues with this salon. I came in late (return customer) but still within the grace period and while checking in/talking to the woman at the front desk she proceeds to tell that they can not complete my service because I was past the grace period. This was literally while I was talking to her and checking in. She decided to tell me after we discussed what I was getting done within the grace period. I honestly just found it so disrespectful I was so shocked. I left. They usually do a good job but customer service was so so terrible. Then they sent me an email stating that I was a no-show. I am not coming back. read more

Easy online booking. Very pleasant atmosphere. I'm really happy with how my nails look. Only detractor -- don't get the add-on scrub. It wasn't worth it. But the mani and pedi were both lovely. If I lived here, this would be my go to place. read more

Love this place! Always clean and has a relaxing environment. I'm always happy with my nails (high quality). I will continue going here and highly recommend! read more

Made one of my toes bleed. Meek and not worth the extra $$ for massage. Very bland overall.

Ascend is the first nail shop in Seattle that I know I will ALWAYS leave happy- and my nails will actually last for two weeks or longer with a solid shellac manicure. Most nail salons are so focused on salon turnover that they bust out sets that don't cover your whole nail, or chip or peel within just a few days. I have been seeing Emily and although I set appointments, they also take walk ins. Easy location to get to at the bottom of LQA and prices are better than I expected for the service that I have been receiving. I have lived in Seattle for a long time now and I am glad I finally found someplace that is worth the $$! read more

I came in for the highest level pedicure offered. While my nails looked good when I left and the person at the counter was really nice when I arrived and left, the treatment itself was really strange. I've never really had a spa experience where the technician seemed utterly annoyed to be there. I scheduled the appointment, so it wasn't like I was walking in right at closing time. Each stage of the pedicure included treatments and technique that was supposed to make for a relaxing experience. But the technician kind of slapped creams on my feet and just generally put in minimum critical effort to check the box to say that she had done what was required. I get that we all have bad days, but when you're paying over $100 for a pedicure, the last thing you want to do is feel like you have inconvenienced someone when you walk out the door. If all you care about is the end product, and don't really need any of the spa experience, then this place is fine. But there are other places out there that will do that for 40 bucks. read more

I had a wonderful experience at Ascend Nails! Mimi did an amazing job with my pedicure--she took her time, was friendly, and incredibly thorough. The leg massage was fantastic, and the entire facility was spotless and professional. All of the staff were warm and welcoming. Highly recommend! read more

The staff here are always kind and I always receive what I'm asking for. The place is also very clean and relaxing if you're ever looking for a self care day. Also, make sure to check Tammy out. read more

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I've come here a couple of times now and every time have been spectacular. I've been to many nail salons in Bellevue and San Francisco and this one continues to be the best. They create gorgeous designs, the space and tools are clean (they open them from a plastic pouch every time), and the nails last _forever_. I got the ombre gel nails 3 weeks ago and they're still going strong. I wish they were closer by so I could come here all the time! read more

I'm visiting from Chicago and spent a lot of time reading Yelp reviews by disgruntled people in Seattle who burst into tears because something is wrong (read: color mismatch, chipping a week later) with their manicure. Luckily, my mom and I found Ascend in a part of Queen Anne I hadn't been to in previous visits. This was a great experience for us, we made reservations online and took bus 3 back downtown. She has some mobility issues and I feel truly blessed each time she can navigate somewhere easily. We had ample time to get our $25 manicures, $1 cash discount from $26. We tipped $10 because it was special to get our nails done together while sitting next to each other and enjoying trading stories between them and my mom about how they raised kids. I hope this place stays exactly the same and hopefully continues to make people happy. read more

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The only place I trust with my nails! Everybody that works here is always very nice! Shoutout to Emily!! Her work is amazing read more

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I came in with a reference photo requesting neutral light pink nails anticipating an upcoming proposal however, I was given nails that looked nothing like that and when I asked for and were nude and iridescent. When I mentioned to the front employees that my nails did not at all match the photo I showed them and asked for they immediately started gaslighting me and saying that the reference photo was probably dip and I'd asked for gel ... there's no reason I couldn't have been given similar gel to what was in the photo, or they could have told me when I gave the reference photo that they weren't able to give what was asked. Neither happened and I was left with hideous nails and hostile responses. I had no issue paying but was turned off by the response from the employees and lack of care that they'd given me nothing close to what I asked for a week before my engagement .... Ive been a customer for 5 yrs with no complaints but will likely not be back. read more

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My first visit to this place set me off on the wrong foot. I had come in with dipped natural medium-sized nails; I wanted them taken off and enjoyed a good manicure service. The removal and application were great, but I noticed my nails were paper thin when I left; it was to the point where I was uncomfortable getting my nails wet because they were bending in half; one of my nails snapped in half, and I attached a picture below. I had called to ask them to fix the broken nail which occurred 2 days after my appointment, the nail lady seemed upset that I was asking them to fix the nail THAT THEY DID! They 'fixed' my nails by just putting nail glue on top and applying a coat of top coat to all of them. It's been only 2 days since the top is peeling in sections, and my nail has snapped in half close to my nail bed again. For a nail place that claims they know how to be professional I would have to disagree, Emily the nail tech and the front desk lady should have known better to treat their customers with kindness and make sure the service is worth the money we pay. I am disappointed because now, after 2 weeks and after spending 70 dollars, I have to get my nails redone before they all break. read more

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Easy to access from QA and very clean which is my primary concern. They are not chatty but I like that too. read more

Was a little weary of making an appointment based on the reviews. I got a pedicure with Mimi and she was amazing. Very sweet and made sure I was comfortable throughout my time there. Front desk staff was great and was able to move my appointment to a bit later due to traffic. Definitely recommend this place. read more

Writing a review while I'm still here. Came here because I am visiting Seattle and read good reviews about this place. I was here for a pedicure with a friend. Ivy was the person servicing me. She was extremely rude to the point where it was disrespectful. I asked nicely if she could make my toes as even as possible even tho I chipped the right corner. Every time I spoke up she would ignore me and talk to other employee in Vietnamese dismissing me. Same bad attitude when I asked if she could get rid of the callous on my feet. Then she did the same thing when my French tip was uneven and didn't look at me or even bother to say anything and had someone else finish up the job she couldn't get done herself. The manager did a 30% refund for the bad experience but honestly this type of customer service is just completely unacceptable. A day of excitement just turned into a nightmare at the nail salon. I'm more disappointed than angry. read more

Visiting from out of town. And didn't have a chance to get a pedicure before I left. So when I woke up this morning after breakfast, I found this terrific spot about 2 blocks away from my hotel. Nice big open spaces. The staff is all wearing masks. I think the prices were reasonable. At least they're on par with what I would pay at home in Houston. Not overly friendly, and didn't offer me a beverage -- but I think I overheard them tell a regular patron and they weren't serving wine or soft drinks because of Covid. The massage was portion was good. read more

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Very kind, fast and great work! Friendly employees. Cute neighborhood to explore a little afterward. Would come back! Appreciated the welcoming energy. read more

I really wish I could give this business 0 stars; my experience was that bad. I should have known something was amiss when I asked my best friend for a nail salon recommendation on lower Queen Anne. I said "how about that Ascend place"? She hesitated and said "there are better places on Queen Anne; look further". I should have taken her advice. When I entered the salon, I was impressed by the aesthetic. The place is both well designed and laid out. The positive things I can say about Ascend end there. While I was waiting for the manicurist, an older woman came in and spoke with the manager/owner (?). The woman had some problem with the manicure she was given. The "owner/manager" showed zero interest in accommodating woman but rather told the woman she would have to pay for any remedies for the bad manicure. Not long after, the woman who was doing my pedicure appeared. She ushered me to a lounge chair and motioned me to sit down. No introduction, no "how are you", nothing just a hand gesture bidding me to sit. There was no conversation, no pleasantries as she set about her work. Initially the work was fine but then, it turned very painful and rough. She scraped the bottoms, sides and tops of my feet so violently with some sort of loofah that she drew blood. She seemed oblivious to the fact that I was actively bleeding. Finally, I asked her if she could put a Band-Aid on the top of my foot. Without any acknowledgement or apology, she stormed off the get a Band-Aid. But she first had to stop and whisper something to two other Ascend employees who then turned and stared at me. The interactions between the staff seemed more like the 7th grade cafeteria table populated by mean girls than did it a professionally run business. I could not wait for the pedicure to end. At check-out the owner/manager did not ask me how the pedicure was. Maybe she already knew. And, given, I had seen a very unpleasant encounter with her and another dissatisfied customer, I said nothing. Later in the day, my feet were so sore I could not even put shoes on. I went to the urgent care and the nurse said, "what happened to the bottom and side of your feet"? I replied, "I had a pedicure". She asked me where and I told her "Ascend". She shook her head and indicated she did not think the person doing the pedicure was trained. So really the pedicure given by a surly incompetent woman ended costing me $192. There was the original cost of $42 for the pedicure and the $150.00 for the urgent care co-pay. My husband, a lawyer, is urging me to contact the health department and the licensing people because no one should leave a nail salon bleeding. I am thinking about it. In the meantime, take my friend's advice, find another nail salon on lower Queen Anne. That is, of course, assumes you do not want to be bleeding when you leave the nail salon. And, trust me, I plan to tell everyone I know to stay away from Ascend. read more