Just returned to bluebell upon their reopening for a mani-pedi. Liked that they follow strict sanitizing and cleaning procedures and limit the number of clients so we can all safely distance ourselves. Also the mani tables have plastic shields now between the client and manicurist. Great quality mani pedi with massage of legs. Prefer to go here than some cheaper salons nearby since the quality and cleanliness are superior read more

Bluebell - Nail Salons Near Me - New York, New York

I am so glad I found this salon! I took my boyfriend here and it was his first time at a nail salon. Not only did he have a great experience but he wants to come back (every month he said lolol)!! Everyone was so nice and I love my nails-- they look like they'll last a super long time too. Can't wait to come back. read more

Bluebell - Gel mani -- love the color and they went in on my cuticles! - Nail Salons Near Me - New York, New York

Went for a pedicure here recently, and since it was my first pedi of the season, I upgraded to the spa pedicure for $60+. Imagine my disappointment when my pedi started chipping in a matter of DAYS. To put this in context, my pedicures at every other place I've gone to have always lasted until they grow out, just to indicate that I'm not someone who's banging my feet around. It is completely atypical for me to have a pedicure that didn't even last a week without chipping. My coworker who came with me got a gel mani which she said didn't last through her vacation that SAME weekend. Overall, super disappointing, especially given the fact that it was not cheap. My vote--save your $$$. read more

Randomly walked in and was able to be serviced quickly without an appointment. Very nice and welcoming staff. Not the cleanest--didn't require you to wash hands when arriving and my nail tech didn't wash her hands after she arrived and before working on my nails. They did a horrible job on powder dip--literally had dents on my left hand and didn't realize until I left of course. Also the dip is cracking and I've had it on for 1 wk. Just not sure they knew how to properly apply. I've had powder plenty of times and the color has never cracked like this. They simply grow out forcing me to get them redone. But I'll be at a shop this wknd because these did not last long at all. Unfortunately won't be back there! read more

Bluebell - Nail Salons Near Me - New York, New York

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Really bad they using cheap stuf I did pedi and mani 52$ plus 10 tips yesterday and today is not worth the money

I don't think I'll be coming back. They were running a special and looked pretty business so I thought I'd give it a try. I had to wait about 5-10 min which was fine. My technician sat down and immediately started YELLING at another tech. They yelled at each other for a while while another tech tried to calm then down. When they finally stopped, she started my nails. They're fine. She was just super rushed and haphazard (probably because she was thinking about the epic argument she just had). She ended up painting a piece of cuticle into my nail, which I asked her to fix and she did. Still, the color doesn't go all the way to the edge of my nail and they vary in shape. Not the worst thing I've ever had, but still not worth the money I paid. read more

Bluebell - Nail Salons Near Me - New York, New York

I wanted to give this place a fair chance as sometimes first impression could be misconstruded. This was my second and last visit to this place. Service: Special Package K $98 + tax = $103 (Cash) Tip: $15 (Cash) So this package is for Regular Manicure & Pedicure and 1hr Body Massage !!!BEWARE!!! Mani and Pedi was subpar and hurried. The nail tech was quite chatty and trust me you cant miss her when you visit this place, she sticks out like a sore thumb (even if i forgot her name now). This lady operates on fake praises and sneakly tries to have you add to your service. She does short cuts and literally seems to always be in a damn hurry pedicure was done in 8 mins like how!? She makes it seem like they are so busy when there was literally 4 people. On to the manicure literally 5 mins! She didnt even cut my cuticles that much and her work just damn rushed! I waited longer for my body massage. Sooo here goes nothing... the place where they do the 1hr body massage is the same place they have the waxing. I walk in the room is dimmed, small and the floor looked dirty. The room is very unkept just plain disgusting. Again I wanted to give them a chance. So I went through with the massage. The Massage table was hard AF covered in a towel and paper (the same one you see in a doctors office).The portion where my face will go had a paper towel. I covered myself with a rough towel. As she came in I was definitely feeling positive, I wanted to just take out some tension I was having. I am a plus size lady (2x in clothes) about 5'1 and holy guacamole she was kneading and diggin on my back like I was bison! I tried to not be rude but she kept using her bony elbow and she really hurt me in my back! The rest of the massage did not get better but worst and I literally had to stop midway to tell her it hurts! Yet she tried to go over the spot knowing she dug her freakin bony elbow thats now throbbing in pain! She injured me in my back and now I have to go to the doctor to have it checked out. The room was small and when it was time to massage my arms she pulled it and smacked my wrist on the wall! All I could hear was her smacking her lips as she chewed gum and the people outside talking. To make the nightmare even worst they use this communal foot pillow that have no cover and that they leave on the floor... This is not hygenic and can pose to transmit skin diseases to other people. These people have no freggin clue how to massage, where to massage and honestly can injure people more, and I will definitely report them. I decided to take pictures of the room... I was disgusted and seriously want to autoclave my entire body... The kicker is, this body massage was ONLY the back side only (one side), last time I checked body is front and back. Nope she didnt ask me to turn over and proceeded to stretch me out to like I was a bendable pretzle. STEER CLEAR OF THIS 1hr room body massage... better yet just dont got here. I will definitely let everyone I know not patronize this place. They are filthy, you will definitely get an fungus or bacteria here and money hungry... Lastly she was not happy I tipped her 15 dollars for injuring me and proceeded to talk sh!t about me infront of my face in Chinese... How do I know because I can understand and speak I just never told her... #ByeFelicia read more

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A regular Mani took a bit less than 30 minutes Pedi With callus remover option took almost 45 minutes Callus remover $10 extra and used a hot towel, it felt amazing The Lighting behind colors of polish misleads you as to what shade it is Tina is amazing! 20% off this month They use Liners and replacement foot scrubber and new files for all customers read more

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I love bluebell nails. I have a client for years now and I love it. Olga is the best. She is there on Tuesday. She is spectacular. All the women are amazing. read more

Best tip dip I have ever received. Loved my service and will be back every time I need a fill. So precise and they all took their time which was very nice. read more

That was amazing! They changed my nails, I felt so happy and excited . I always come here to get my gel manicure done. Love it. That always surprise me with the nail designs. read more

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Excellent service, very clean and friendly! We were seated right away, highly recommend massage. Felt very safe with sanitizing practice and COVID precautions. Will definitely be coming back! read more

Just got a spa pedicure & gel manicure done by the male nail tech. The salon had a large number of gel colors and essie polishes. SPA PEDICURE: I chose to do the Green Tea spa pedicure and it was absolutely luxurious. It was relaxing and smelled so good. The callus remover did it's job and the mask made my skin so soft. The massage was the perfect touch to a relaxing experience. The nail tech took his time and took such good care of me. GEL MANICURE: The gel manicure was very well done. The color I chose was spotty on a nail that didn't seem to get enough polish. I even received an additional massage during the process. The only reason I removed 1 star was because it was a little expensive, but on par with the salons around the area. The total price of my visit was $94, not including tip. It was well worth it for me, but may not be for everyone. read more

Simply love this place and it has quickly become my new go-to spot. My gel manicures always last a full two weeks (typically at other salons, I am lucky to get a full week) and the pedicures are really great too. I'm a bit of germaphobe so I especially love the little covers they place over the pedicure bins. It's especially nice to come when it's not so busy as it can get a little loud during the busy hours (I find it wildly obnoxious when other guests use their cellphones or have full conversations with someone three seats down from them for everyone else to hear - - this is supposed to relaxing!) Prices are on par for Manhattan, sure they should be a little cheaper, but they do give great service and everyone works really hard to give you a great experience here. read more

I started going to this spa two to three years ago. In this span of time, the quality has been inconsistent, and mostly on a decline. At first, the quality of the manicures and pedicures was good, and then the quality started to diminish. The polish would chip after a few days, and I suspect it is because they either use a cheap topcoat, water it down, or do the same with their polish. They also charge a fee for certain polishes. In addition, they try to up sell almost every single time AFTER you tell them all you want is a mani/pedi. When I started going to this spa as well, I was given a loyalty card, and the tech told me after I filled it up, I was entitled to a free one --- understanding this meant both a mani/pedi since this is what I always got. Not true. When I redeemed it, it was only for a mani. Their prices are also wonky. Sometimes they will give you a discount if you pay in cash, but this is not all the time, and their prices have surged. On my next to last visit, A WOMAN SITTING NEXT TO ME PROCEEDED TO EAT HER MEAL WHILE GETTING A PEDICURE! The food stank, and this has to be a health violation. Thankfully, my services hadn't started yet, and I got up and left. This should never, ever be allowed in an open space like this. EVER. And on my last visit, the tech performing my services, somewhat back talked me when I requested my nails be filed a certain way. And my polish, after three days, is already chipped. There are way too many other places in the city -- do not fall prey to their 'loyalty'. read more

Went here for the first time yesterday (around 5PM) and loved it. I luckily didn't read any of the reviews before going - or else i might have missed a close, great nail salon. Amy, who did my UV Gel Fill, was nice, thorough, and professional. I am VERY picky about my nails and i was very happy with the results. Thanks for a great job all around! read more

So I go here pretty often and usually it's great. But I went there on Friday and the front desk lady did my eyebrows. Holy shit it hurt! I get my eyebrows done pretty frequently so I was surprised that it hurt so much but didn't think much of it. I come home and it's still kind of stinging. I look closer and it's really red and raw... did she cut it, I wonder. Wake up the next morning and YES SHE HAD CUT ME. I have this huge nasty ads cut above my eye. I'm so upset that she didn't even mention it to me and I'm SURE there would've been blood when it happened- instead of telling me she just went on her way and when I glanced at them after they were done they looked red but nothing out of the ordinary so I didn't notice till I got home. Like wtf. Totally unacceptable. read more

Bluebell - The lady who waxed my eyebrows CUT me! And the worst part is she didn't even say anything... - Nail Salons Near Me - New York, New York

I loved my experience here. Joyce is amazing! She made sure I got exactly what I wanted. My manicure looks beautiful. My pedicure was done so nicely. They carried my things for me and took good care of my friend as well. Rosa gave me the best massage I've ever had. Clean, well priced, and relaxing. I'll be back for sure! read more

I'm not sure if I can fully put to words how awful I think this salon is. Let me start off by saying that I like a block away and have been to this salon a few times because it's so convenient and I like the ambience. However the last 2 times Were straight nightmares. The first gel I got don't turned dirty and started to chip 2 days into my vacation. I thought nothing of it because I am a regular with gel nails and I know that sometimes it just doesn't last as long as other times. I brushed it off and decided to go back once I returned home. The woman did my gel nails and I was a bit upset at the end result this times considering they looked wayyyy better the first time I came in. But I didn't feel like complaining so I kept my mouth shut. Towards the end I was wondering why she never gave me a small massage at the end considering the women next to me all received one. Then the technician next to me kindly checked the temperature of the towels to make sure it was warm enough for her client and decided to use a different towel box that was hotter. But 2 minutes after that when it was my turn for a hot towel she could care less and grabbed a Luke warm one for me. I left the salon feeling upset at the $45 I spent on a mediocre nail job. THEN to my surprise the NEXT day they all started chipping. At this point I realize that this is not normal for gel nails to chip the next day. So I returned back to complain. The mean front desk lady was not there that day so the distrust workers gathered around and took about 20 minutes analyzing my chipped nails. After Much negotiation she sat me down to fix the chips. By doing the most disgusting cover up I've ever seen. Adding layers upon layers. I left the salon after that just to find out that an hour later they would chip again. At this point I'm furious, I go back an hour later and complain. yet again they have nothing to offer me. So finally after breaking the language barrier she told me to come back and they'll re do it when I have free time. (I made SURE to get a written agreement on paper) I came back to the salon 3 days later (clean nails considering they all peeled off by themselves) I showed the from desk lady my voucher and she proceeds to tell me that it's only for one nail. I am flabbergasted because half the paper said gel nails in English and hen Chinese on the other side!!!!!! This woman tricked me and wrote only one nail in Chinese. Why would I want one nail fixed when they were all chipping? So turns out the woman who signed the voucher wasn't there that day so she called her on the phone. She proceeded to tell me that she never told me all of my nails. I hen asked to speak to the woman on the phone and she told me she doesn't speak English. Which is the biggest Lie considering SHES THE ONE WHO WROTE THE VOUCHER FOR ME. I looked around the salon and recognized faces there the day of and they denied that they ever remembered me!!!!!!!!!! After telling and arguing she refused to give my money back and finally agreed to re do all my nails. I sat down uncomfortably and to make a long story short MY NAILS CHIPPED THE NEXT DAY. PLEASE do yourself a favor and don't go to this salon. There are PLENTY amazing salons near by. read more

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Just went to get my nails done here for prom and the experience was great! The ladys were very nice and welcoming, giving advice when I wasn't sure which colors to pick and being very gentle with their work. They have a well-sized collection of colors too so I took a bit longer choosing, but they were also very patient with me and that made it feel all the more relaxing. Overall service was swift and sweet! Would definitely come again! read more

Bluebell - Lighting doesn't do it justice - Nail Salons Near Me - New York, New York

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Great consistent pedicures, manicures and massages. I come here often. Great neighborhood location!!

I have been coming to Bluebell Nails & Spa since they opened, and every time I come her the service is worse than the time before. I think I've finally reached my limit and will never come here again. The woman and the front desk is so rude and once held me hostage for 1 1/2 hours refusing to take Amex (my dc got turned off due to fraud alert, so I sat at the salon on the phone with bofa while she refused to take my back up Amex). If that wasn't enough, I'm currently sitting in the chair cringing bc my nail tech has cut me 3 times now while everyone else is in the back watching tv. It's clear I'm not the only person who feels this way as all the chairs are empty, stark difference from where they were a year ago. I would have given 1 star but there is one nail tech here I do really like. So bc of her I'm giving two stars. read more

Very pretty place. Brand new and clean. It was $34 for a mani/pedi on special. Normally I believe it's $42. It was standard..nothing amazing, but nothing bad. Probably wouldn't come all the time as it's cheaper in my neighborhood, but for the area, the price is right. read more

Bluebell - Nail Salons Near Me - New York, New York

The spa is very clean and they welcome the customers very kindly and professionally. My pedicure was amazing and perfect. They have a punch of nails colors and everything is well organized. I would definitely recommend this place and I will come back sooner that I have expected. read more

Wouldn't recommend - I am actually in the salon getting a pedi as I write this and I know this would be my last here. They don't have a proper receptionist so the technicians are constantly getting up in the middle of the service to greet customers coming in. The spa pedi is so far rough and mediocre at best. Will edit the review if something better happens to change my mind (I doubt it, though) Ok edit - 10 minute massage that comes with the spa pedi is terrible. Not worth my money nor my time read more

I'm giving this place a five star because: It's very clean Very quite my technician took her time with me They understood and spoke in English well enough to convey my needs. I had the mani-pedi plus 20 minute massage for $59 and it was worth it. read more

A lot of chatting in foreign language between the manicurist, which was extremely rude. The manicure was interrupted several times when new clients walked in ("Pick a color," "Five minutes" "Have a seat over there.") which was annoying, and, worst of all, the manicure lasted one day. One day! read more

Bluebell - 24 hours after manicure, with normal nyc activity--swiping of metrocard, texting, sipping coffee. - Nail Salons Near Me - New York, New York

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I am surprised by the negative reviews! I have been going to Bluebell for over a year for manicures and pedicures (however, I don't do any waxing services with them or additional nail services like dips or acrylics). My experience with Bluebell has been overall great. I don't schedule an appointment and seldom wait more than 10-15 mins for a service - but I usually go first thing in the morning or last thing at night. The place is clean and conveniently located (across from Trader Joe's around the West 72nd Street subway). In fact, I usually see them cleaning as I'm frequently a first or last customer. When I get a pedicure, they put a liner in the tub, don't reuse the nonmetal tools. The do slightly upsell (ex. Would you like to try a spa pedicure? Would you like 10 more mins on leg message?) but not overwhelming. They offer a ton of color options. I have gotten a nice manicure and gel manicure (lasts about 2 weeks, I rarely get my gels to last longer than 2 weeks no matter where I go). Overall, I'm really happy with their service and go frequently. My annoying/negative comment is they always ask if I'm paying cash (tip always in cash) and they have an ATM - if I didn't bring cash, I'm not going to use your ATM! read more

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Very relaxing massage and pedicure. A great spot on the UWS to be pampered. The therapist was attentive and did a great job. The massage after was on point and relaxing. I'll be back read more

I've been going here for over a year and it's really just not great. The up-selling and general rudeness is not worth the proximity to my apartment and cleanliness of the place. I went over the weekend and the tech was taking off my gel manicure. She offered a 15 minute massage while I soaked. I usually do it but opted not to this time. She said "well, gel manicure removal takes 10-15 minutes so you're just going to be sitting here." I told her that was ok, I had a book to read. LITERALLY less than 30 seconds later she started removing the polish on my nails. I couldn't believe she didn't even try to make her lie seem legit. Then I went to give her a 20% tip on a $40 bill (so, $8). I typically give more than 20% but this woman was rude to me during the manicure (acting like I was annoying her) and she didn't even give me the mini massage you get at the end. It just wasn't worth more than 20% and anyway, I felt like 20% was nice. She gave me a dirty look, snatched the $8 out of my hand and didn't even say thank you. Never in my life. read more

I love coming here. Such a wonderful team, clean and safe. Worth calling in advance to be sure they can take you.

GREAT pedicure. I was a little hesitant because of all the bad reviews and I am super picky about my nails but I went and got a fabulous and thorough pedi. I also added a 15 min chair massage and it was heavenly. The place is clean, the women are friendly and the place feels very spa like. I also wasn't rushed and it wasn't super crowded either, was a perfect way to unwind on a Sunday. Definietly recommend! read more

I love this place! I come here regularly for a manicure & 15-minute massage, and the service is always friendly & excellent, and the price is right. My nails look amazing afterwards (and I recommend Essie gel polish b/c it truly lasts a week) read more

Something has changed at this nail salon. I have had services here for the past year. This is disorganized, noisy, and the nail services are inconsistent. Gel nails have ragged edges. Toes had painful edges where tech just ripped out hang nails. Very poor quality. read more

I came in for a grand opening special they were advertising in their doorway and they were extremely rude when I requested that sale mani/pedi package. The manicurist acted strangely pissed off when I didn't want to upgrade to a more expensive package. I agree with the other posters that noted the constant chattering in another language. I was the only one in the salon and this made me feel very unwelcome. I wanted to like this place because it looked very pretty and nice but the service is horrible and the actual mani/pedi was mediocre at best. I would gladly spend more money to go to a more welcoming environment with better manicurists. If they are trying to get new customers they are surely not going about it the right way. read more

Overly priced and they leave your hands dirty after soak and my cuticles we're still on my hand so it's like what's the point of a manicure at this point. Never coming back read more

I have been to several places on the West side and this is my go to place. Several strangers asked me me if my regular manicure is gel Olga and Rose are my go to girls here but you must book and appointment in advance as it's no guarantee they will be free. To top it off my regular manicure last about a week . read more

Bluebell - Nail Salons Near Me - New York, New York

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I love it here!! I go every time I need a mani/pedi. The staff is so sweet and hardworking - they really deliver such consistently beautiful mani/pedi's and I always leave feeling great!! Definitely go support these women! read more

I love bluebell nail and spa. Joyce is the best and nicest person there. It's such a pleasant atmosphere.

Been here several times and have always been treated with great service, especially by the manger. They get to know you and make you feel welcome. It's fun to come back every few weeks and see them. If there's ever an issue they take care of it right away. Grateful this place is in my neighborhood! They also get you in and out quickly, which I appreciate most of all. My nails are looking great because of them! read more