Been going to Avalon Nail Spa lately. Tin was my nail technician this time. I'm writing the review because this experience was seamless. This was the first time I was seated immediately and serviced. Tin is professional, engaging and friendly. He respected my requests for the length and shape of my nails which I appreciated and he was accommodating as I searched for the right nail shade. I was extremely pleased with how he cared for my nails and polished them (yes polish...unfortunately, not all technicians are good at polishing). I will request him as often as I can. The spa's atmosphere is always relaxing and everyone is friendly. There's plenty of parking too. I recommend this nail salon for sure! read more

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I've consistently had good acrylics here for last 2 years. Even the young guys will listen and accommodate. It's a moderate priced salon not the Ritz or a5 star restaurant so you get a good job not spectacular. Slushies on tap too. Looking at other reviews, if you don't like or see something wrong, you have to speak up. They are always trying to do what you ask for. read more

Me and my daughter went in for pedicures. I checked in and we were sat immediately in our chairs. They offer soft drinks, water, and alcoholic drinks (must show ID) as you are getting serviced. During check out depending on the amount you spend you get a $ off coupon to use for your next visit. I'm always satisfied with my pedicure and would definitely recommend if you're looking for quality service. read more

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Avalon Nails & Spa - A Complete Waste of Time, Money, and Energy! I will never step foot in Avalon Nails & Spa again, and I highly encourage anyone considering it to think twice before wasting their time and money here. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted and asked what I wanted. I told them I was looking for a pedicure, and they had me sign in and wait. Since it was my first time, I asked for a price list--simple, right? Instead of transparency, they gave me the runaround, pulling prices out of thin air. I requested a Classic Pedicure for $37, expecting to receive exactly what was listed. After my service was over, I was suddenly hit with an additional $20 charge for a gel pedicure, which was never mentioned to me--not when I was picking out my color, not before they started, not at any point. I never received any of the actual gel pedicure services like the hot wax or extended massage, just a basic pedicure with gel polish. So why was I charged for a full gel pedicure when I only received a Classic Pedicure? To make matters worse, I started talking to other customers sitting up front, and they confirmed that every time they come, the prices are different. They wouldn't even let me hold onto the price list--probably because they keep changing the numbers to overcharge people. And let's talk about Emily--rude is an understatement! She has no respect for customers, no professionalism, and quite frankly, no business working in customer service. Save yourself the frustration and take your business elsewhere. Avalon Nails & Spa is a complete scam! read more

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Horrible, would not spend your money here. I got my nails done on August 22nd, and I'm extremely disappointed. First off, I paid $130 for a French full set with just 2 gems. This is the most I've ever paid for this set; I usually get French tips with about 4 gems and only pay around $110 at most and they last until I need a fill in without any breaking. Then, 10 days later, 2 nails cracked so easily, like paper. Now it's just 2 weeks in, and almost all my nails are loose, plus I've lost 2 more. My nails normally last 3-4 weeks before I even need a fill, so there's no reason they should be breaking this fast. When I went back to get them fixed, they tried to charge me $20 just to repair 2 nails. I didn't even want them fixed at that point I told them to just take them off. That is honestly so ridiculous. I guess the manager came and she's like "yeah it's been two weeks so time for a fill" like no it was 10 days into the set when two nails broke, I drove 30 mins to come back on day 12 to get 2 nails fixed. Like that is not acceptable for 2 nails to be breaking after 10 days. I would never go back here. The nails are way too expensive to be breaking this easily. read more

Horrible experience - unprofessional and disrespectful! I went in expecting quality service, but they completely messed up my nails. Instead of owning their mistake, they got defensive and confrontational when I returned to have it fixed. The attitude I received was completely uncalled for - they were in the wrong, but somehow made it seem like I was the problem. If you care about being treated with basic respect and getting the service you pay for, avoid this place. I will never be back, and I'll be warning others too. read more

The service from the owners here is terrible. I have been coming here for about 2 years seeing Moon (nail tech) & Lori (pedicure) very nice young girls, I only came back because of the coupons they offer and those girls. However, moon doesn't work as much anymore so I never see her for my nail and I have been having many problems since. My last visit 2 weeks ago, the nail tech in seat 3 just proceeded to put gel on my nails for my fill in even though I had sns acrylic. Didnt ask what was on my nails she was just doing whatever and not talking. Once I saw her attempting to polish my nails I told her I don't have gel on my nails & idk why she wouldn't ask instead of just assuming. Now the base she used underneath my nails is showing thru my dip color. ON TODAY! I came in and let them know I wanted a new set and pedicure for me and a gel mani & pedi for my daughter. I asked who was here today for nails bc I'm picky. They told me the girl at station 4 was there for my nails so they did my pedicure perfect. The guy who did my daughter's nails did great, nice guy. However, once I was told to sit at station 4 I realize I'm waiting longer than normal for the nail tech to come out. So I ask the owners that are sitting one seat over and see me sitting here alone in this EMPTY SALON ON A MONDAY & I ask where's the nail tech, these ppl tell me she's off today. I look confused bc I had just seen here while getting my toes done. And the guy that did my pedicure told me to sit in her chair BC OBVIOUSLY SHES HERE! The nail tech left. She knew I was waiting for her, she looked right at me while I was doing my pedicure. For the owners to let me sit here and let the next customers come in and get there nails done without ever acknowledging me is crazy. Then tell me that since she left she will do my nails after her current client that she just started with no apology, no empathy. Just emphasizing she left! Wtf. EXTREMELY UNPROFESSIONAL. Will never read more

Avalon Nails and Spa - Missing nail tech and the owners sitting 1 seat down at seat 1 & 2 did not bother to say anything - Nail Salons Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I have been coming to this nail salon since I moved to Charlotte in October of 2024 and for the last two visits my nail breaks within the first week. As of recently the nail technician complained that my nail breaks are due to my acrylic being old. But not once has anyone stated that during my nail appointment that I need to get my acrylic replaced, it was only stated during the repair visit that it needs to be replaced. I am not a nail expert so this is something that should be expressed during my initial appointment especially when you are paying $60+ for a short set. If you don't care about your nails come here because the people surely don't care about your nails or you. Just your money. Charged $15 for them to fix my broken nails. read more

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The older lady definitely has cut my toe and my finger totally unprofessional and she should not be doing nails and feet. Definitely think if you want better service go somewhere else where they not rushing read more

Avalon Nails and Spa - Lady who u should not go to - Nail Salons Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I normally liked this salon and maybe i should have came back when the girl that normally does my pedicure was there because today Cindy did a horrible job I'm not gonna say she's the worst because maybe she was having a bad day but i asked her multiple times to take my old nail polish off my toes before she started doing the service and she said she was going to but she let the whole service go by including the massage. On top of that the chair number 8 was having some problems with the water and then i realized she still didn't take of my old polish and she even let dirt under my toe nail i had to clean it out myself, while i was sitting there she was just rushing the whole service to the point where i couldn't enjoy it at all i still paid for the service and still tipped her so Cindy if your reading this please do better for your customers. And the owner of Avalon i wished someone would have came by and checked on me read more

After searching for a nail tech in Charlotte for months, Emily at Avalon is my girl. Her work is always super neat, quick and exactly what I ask for. I tend to set appointments, and I've never had to wait when I arrive. I have seen some of the other techs work and have not been disappointed yet!! read more

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After being a client for almost two years I think it's time for a review. I've been wearing acrylics for the past 12 years and by far this is my go to salon in Charlotte. I can trust that everyone is great, will do their best as well as provide quality service. It does get busy so don't expect to be sat immediately especially being that the salon is located by the hospital and UNCC. They offer drinks, small talk and quality service. If you're looking to be rushed I recommend the mall, next to food lion or any other salon. To come in and expect another person to be able to copy a design someone else did, feels a little big headed so I recommend being nice to whomever helps you. I have come in with the expectation of a specific design and upon conversation they are more than willing to place you with a tech who can make it happen. You'll have to wait. The nail salon is a moment to check out and do self care. Not a moment to analyze someone else's work to then tell them what they are valued at. You wouldn't do it to a massage therapist or to your hairstylist so you shouldn't do it to your technicians. The owner and her staff are phenomenal time after time. I'm not posting my toes because no... but even my pedicures have been fantastic. If you're looking for more of a foot massage during the service I recommend you going to a spa. - A happy camper read more

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The place has a strong chemical smell which usually equates to having poor ventilation. The place looks updated and pristine but the chemical smell is so strong, if not for my N95 mask I would have ran outta there. (Smelling that odor long term can have effects on your mind & body. Just fyi.) Truth, I was on vacation and my toes were looking cray. Usually I have no problems with maintaining my nails but since I had been on the road for some time, figured why not get some pampering. As Tom Haverford says, "Treat yo' self" and so I surfed for a local option with no wait. Surfing local shop reviews brought me to Avalon. Due to proximity, rave reviews and ability to service me at a moment's notice. Pro tip, Google revealed a 20% off coupon. I was particularly interested in a special pedicure available called "Jelly pedicure." Here's the synopsis: "Need a burst of hydration for dry and tired skin. The bits of Jelly work as a natural exfoliate while plant oil deeply moisturizes the skin. The highlight of this experience is soaking in this gelatinous foot bath and massaging Jelly Pedi into the skin and muscles, stimulating senses that have Never been touched before, replenish with hot towel wrap, paraffin treatment, and relaxing massage cream." I know.. that seems like a lot. But for the cost, well worth it. For my visit I was serviced by a technician named Hanah. She suggested the "volcano spa pedicure" instead. She said it was organic. Here is the synopsis of that: "Relax and rejuvenate with la palm volcano spa, new luxury spa experience in a single-use pedicure treatment experience the bubbling volcano eruption that detoxes your skin while your feet scrub, collagen lotion massage. Organic products. Procedures: Detox Volcano crystal.Detox Volcano activator.Exfoliating sugar scrub.Collagen cream mask.Collagen massage lotion." You know what.. my toes have never looked so sexy. Hanah did a superb job. Honestly the best pedicure I have ever had. Imagine your lawn services tech doing an extra special treatment of your lawn. LoL. Hanah trimmed the edges, used that cheese grater thingy, pulled and pruned my feet back to perfection. I don't have these services performed often so I am not the most informed in this arena. But with the combination of collagen creams, lotions, scrubs and the pedicure. Wow, my feet are so smooth. If this were a local shop I would try to get this done yearly. For those looking for an extra special gift for your significant other, get a gift card. But I recommend using a mask whenever seated for services. That chemical smell is too strong. read more

I absolutely love the work that Tina does on my nails! She is meticulous in her craft! I highly recommend her!

No effort in manicure gel design !!! I spoke w manager they said sometimes they cannot do the same design but that's bullshit ! Why be a nail artist if you not doing the design correct ?! No effort rip off read more

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Dont even waste your time. Overpriced, bad quality, and bad service. Got multiple sets here and not one lasted the guaranteed five days. Got a set done Sunday by Thursday multiple nails were lifting and coming off. He did not push my cuticles back when doing my nails so they looked old and grown out within days. When I went to get them fixed, they refused to do it, saying it was normal, and my nails just grew. They said to get your cuticles pushed back prior to the nails being put on you have to ask and pay for a manicure. Never heard of a salon not pushing back cuticles. I ended up just having to take the whole set off because they looked so bad. Lasted three days. read more

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So I've come back to give them some credit. Once I spoke to who I believe is the manager. They agreed to refund me and remove the nails. The establishment and the staff were friendly and kind but the tech who did my nails needs some more practice. My pedicure wasn't bad but I still won't be returning due to the experience with that tech. read more

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Came by here yesterday to make an unusual appt for 5 of us. It was easy. The employees are so sweet. At first I didn't see any nail polish to choose from but they have a menu with all the colors that you can choose from. They give it to you after you sit down. Great service and really chill spot. I'll definitely be coming back here in the near future. read more

I've been a faithful customer since I've been in Charlotte regardless that they are very pricey with no explanation as to why? But majority of the time I get what I ask for my problem is there's no foundation I pay $150 for a full set long with designs and they don't even last a week w/o breaking 3 nails at that, for a fellow nail artist that's unacceptable build a better apex and my toe polish exchange was $40 and was rushed.... List your prices somewhere! That was my last visit won't be returning. read more

I've been coming to this place for years and every dice the new ownership im 50/50 on the service. Today I walked in and wanted to have my lashes done and was told to wait 25 minutes because the lady wasn't here( only1 person who does them) and she walks in moves another nail tech from doing a person's nails and jumps in. Now for me if the customer is already being serviced move on to the people waiting . And offer me a explore for why I'm waiting any longer read more

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Customer service was great each time I have gone to get nails done, and always give coupon with discount to come back.

Did not like my nails and advised the store manager she did not express care or concern.

The nail salon is in an older shopping center. I wish I would've went to another salon. They weren't busy but my pedicure felt rushed. I have gel polish on my skin, my big toes aren't shaped the same, etc. This salon doesn't even use OPI or DND gel polishes on their customers. The quality or attention to detail is not there. I would not return unfortunately. read more

They did a wonderful job! I believe it was Lily that helped me. She even fixed the two broken nails that I had. The atmosphere was nice and peaceful. I was even able to catch up on some old school soaps while getting my nails done . I will be back again and again. read more

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My first visit to Avalon was great! I thought I finally found a place that did quality nails, well that was short lived. The second time I went to Avalon I was greatly disappointed. I asked me a fill in, gel polish, mani/pedicure. Several things went wrong. During the pedicure I wanted a basic pedi, the guy that was going my toes kept pushing me to get a deluxe pedicure. After persistence on his part I finally caved in a got the deluxe thinking the message would be better/ scrubbing and I was wrong, my nail polish also did not turn out great. Now moving to the real problem I had. Once I got seated for my manicure and fill-in, I told the nail tech SEVERAL times that I wanted a manicure. To my knowledge a manicure comes with cuticle cut, filing, and hand massage. The guy barely cut my cuticles, filled my nails in very lopsided, and didn't follow the design I should him. I was extremely upset by the end of the appointment and upon closer inspection of my nails, they were not painted correctly, nor filled correctly and clumpy. Highly disappointed and it's looking like I'll have to find a new salon to go to. read more

hello! On July 3, 2024 I decided to try a new nail salon.. let's just say 0/10. techs were getting upset because I requested someone due to not filing my toes like I wanted them. also, I was told to pay before I receive the service because I'm african American! the owner was very rude. I wouldn't recommend this play to anyone! read more

First thing first My girlfriend Had came here to get here nails done, manicure and pedicure last minute type of thing ,Customer Service was on point friendly people and employees and even the store owner was very friendly, Nails were done very quickly and beautifully Would highly recommend As for the Service,Quality,and Price were all Excellent Thank you again To the shop owner and her nail technicians as for these nails were for my girlfriends graduation photos and those photos came out spotless and beautiful. All because of this stores experience and Beautiful service . Highly Recommended and will Most definitely be coming back For more. read more

This place is trash, don't go here. They are rude af and the nails don't last. They wanted to charge me to fix a broken nail and didn't even try to be professional about it. They are rude and don't deserve to be in business. read more

I love this place. The ladies are really nice and friendly. It's calm and has a good vibe to it. The service is fast and easy. They are quick but considerate. read more

I have been a customer for 2 years. My last 2 visits have been terrible. One visit the nail tech cut my skin with the drill then tried to blame it on me. The next visit the nail tech took my old acrylics off and cut my real nail and my nail started bleeding. The manager still charged me for the take off even though her employee was the reason I was leaving dissatisfied. This place use to be really good and now the quality has went down and customer service is not the best. read more

My nail Shape was awful! And the polish was thick...made my nails look super fat. The nail tech could see the disappointment on my face so they said I could come back and he would redo them. When I came back the turned me away and said they couldn't service me at that time. read more

They charge for every damn thing! Customer service sucks! Never let your customers hear you say to another customer "if you don't like it go somewhere else "! I did!!! read more

if I could give 0 stars, I would! My friend and I thought we would come and try this place out since it is close to our neighborhood. BIG MISTAKE! Both of us left with bleeding cuticles and messy polish left all over our fingers and hands. My tech, saw my blood and poured alcohol all over it then proceeded to put on gloves. My friends tech, did not wear gloves even after coming in contact with her bleeding cuticles and did not offer any assistance in cleaning it. When we checked out, they offered us $6 gift certificates, not sure if that's because they made us bleed or if they're that desperate for business. Either way, we will not be returning! read more

I am very satisfied with the quality of service from this nail shop. I visit Charlotte very often and was looking for a nail shop for the times I am in town. I called ahead and made an appointment for Tyler to get a full set and pedicure. Once I arrived there, I was helped right away. I wanted my nails to be ombré and coffin shape. Tyler did an AMAZING job. I love the way my nails came out. Even when I messed up my nails, he fixed it right away. He also did a good job in my pedicure as well. The only thing I didn't like was the fact that they did my nails before my pedicure. I would have preferred they did my pedicure first so that my toes could dry (since I get regular polish on my toes) while my nails were getting done. If you are in the area, I recommend you try this place out. I will definitely be back! read more

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Showed them a picture of ombré nails and cut I wanted and they got it perfectly. I'm so happy with they way they turned out . Tyler was an excellent nail tech!! He took his time and if he wasn't satisfied with the shape or texture he would keep working at it until it was perfect, even when I didn't notice anything . Really made me feel cared for and was well worth the money. Will def be going back read more

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Came in for a fill in. Mike took his time and perfected my nails. It sunday afternoon and they are not busy. Everyone is so polite and we had great conversations. Will definitely be a regular customer here for my nail service. Not sure if they offer beverages because I wasnt offered anything. read more

Avalon Nails and Spa - Mike did my fill in. He took his time and I'm an beyond pleased. I will be regular here - Nail Salons Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

The inside of the salon is nice, it seems like it was remodeled recently. The nail techs were friendly and did a great job on my pedicure and full set. The main issue that I have is the fact that the chemical smell in the salon is SO strong. It wasn't super awful because I had on a mask but I could still smell it through my mask. Also, I told my nail tech that I wanted an acrylic full set and she kept trying to convince me to get SNS.. I told her the acrylic was fine but she literally wouldn't leave the issue alone. I understand trying to upsell but ultimately you have to respect what the customer wants. I only stopped by this salon because my regular nail shop is closed on Sunday and I wanted to get my nails done, but in the future I think I'll stick with my usual spot. read more

Bad Paint job, inside the lighting was great but once I stepped out side wow the lines and lumps were terrible especially for the price, once I noticed I went back in and I waited 35 minutes because the ladies didn't want to make VINCENT feel sad, is what they told me twice , VINCENT's wife who didn't want to give me her name for some reason was very rude and aggressive with my hands to the point I had to stop my self from losing my cool, once she was done I went to the receptionist and asked what her name was and here she comes screaming in in in my name is in, the receptionist already had said her name is Tina, I left them with their coupon and walk out to never come back.! I should've asked for my $10 tip back read more

I have been coning to this location since I moved to Charlotte. It's a little pricey but worth it. I would recommend this place.

The owner of this salon is very rude. She displays a disdain for clients as if we are somehow an inconvenience to the staff who provide services that we pay for. If you are not in the "business" of serving clients and performing duties at client request, you are in the wrong profession. This place literally nickel and dimes for everything no matter how small or simple the request or how much you are already spending. I came in for an acrylic fill in and deluxe spa pedicure. I specifically asked for a French manicure with regular polish and a silver line at the base of the French tips...simple enough, no design, no stones. The girl that did my pedicure asked if I wanted gel for the French tips. To which I answered NO I DO NOT, I previously stated my request for regular polish because they charge an additional $20 just for gel polish (I'm not paying $20 extra for you NOT to even polish my entire toe. She asked again and persisted by saying gel is better. I know what gel polish is and how it works, I walked in with gel polish and explained that because I was getting French tips, there was no need for gel. When I reminded her that I wanted the silver line along with the French tip, I was told that I could not get that and she would not/could not do the line for me because I refused to get gel polish. WTH? I'm paying for a service to get what I want and she was told by the Owner to decline because I didn't pay extra for gel polish which has absolutely nothing to do with any design. You can't tell me how/what to put on my nails or toes based on what you want me to pay extra for. Needless to say, I was not satisfied nor did I like the service or atmosphere and I'll never return to this place. Good luck to the rest of you who give them your hard earned money. They'll never take another dollar from me! read more

Avalon Nails and Spa - French Tip without Silver line - Nail Salons Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina