City Nails & Spa

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This has been my go-to nail salon for over 5 years now. It's not the best 10/10 in terms of quality of a mani or pedi, but for the price you pay it's worth it. Also sometimes a hit or miss depending on who is doing your nails (some are more aggressive than others, some pay more attention to detail). I honestly don't mind and never request anyone special. During covid they are enforcing social distancing, and there is a clear plastic wall barrier between you and the lady doing your nails. Everyone has to wear a mask and they take your temperature as well. Great selection of colors in both regular and shellac gel, which I've gotten both on many occasions. The wax paraffin feels amazing on hands and feet, especially if you like it hot. If you're in the area I would definitely recommend coming here. I've made appointments and also done walk-ins. Credit card is accepted. But Cash/Venmo for tip only. read more

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Hannah was so helpful and did a phenomenal job on my nails. She even stayed later than closing to ensure my nails were looking top notch. Thank you!! read more

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Sierra R.

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The nail tech ripped out my ingrown toenail instead of cutting it off, so it ripped my skin and hurt a lot. Then I got an infection in the area due to the open wound and dirty tools they used. Do not go. read more

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Place is usually packed on weekends (especially on Fridays), however the wonderful ladies here do an incredible job. 2 week old regular pedicure still looks good! read more

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Heather G.

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8 years ago

Not a great experience today. See photo for an example of a really shoddy manicure. Took that photo right after I walked out and the left hand nails look just as bad because she didn't paint the nails anywhere close to my cuticle. Questioning whether I could have done a better job myself. $15 plus $3 tip = $18 I think I'll go elsewhere next time because the same pricing is just a street away on Tremont. read more

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Alicia T.

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4 years ago

DONT COME HERE. I've given this place 3 chances and it sucks every single time. I only go when I'm desperate and my nail lady isn't available. I just went for a gel mani and pedi & my nails look horrible. She literally shook her head at me when I asked for a French mani. She kept huffing and puffing at every request and I felt like I was bothering her. Nails didn't even last a week even though it's gel. My toes also had gel and started peeling the day after. I won't be back again. They charged me 100$ for this BS. Also you'll get be getting your nails done at a bar type thing with super uncomfortable chairs while sitting 2 inches next to someone else. Go see any other nail salon but this one. read more

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Brendan S.

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8 years ago

Becca: Came here with a friend using the Groupon for a gel mani. I made an appointment and we were seen right away and were not given an attitude for using a discounted coupon, which I appreciated. The salon is vibrant and clean and the staff is kind and courteous. They had many options to choose from for gel. I originally picked out a blue color and the woman doing my nails could see the bad look on my face after she painted the first nail. Sensing my dissatisfaction, she immediately told me I could change it and helped me pick out a new, more neutral color. I'm usually too polite to speak up so I am happy she was so observant and kind. (Little did I know that I would be getting engaged later that day, she saved me!!) The manicure was great. The gel was even and lasted almost 4 weeks. I had to take it off because my nails were growing too long, not because it chipped! All in all was super satisfied with the experience and would return again. read more

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Ellen G.

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Amazing little spot! I had been going to get my nails done near my apartment in Brighton for a while now but stopped because they're prices were too high for all the maintenance that came from their services. Enter City Nails & Spa - I came here because it's three blocks from my office on Harrison Avenue and I am so glad I did! I got the perfect set of acrylics for Valentine's Day at a reasonable price. This is going to be my new go to nail salon! The place was busy with new walk ins as well as booked regulars who swear by this salon - and I can see why! It's a super cute set up with friendly people and a huge array of colors. They do much more than manicures and pedicures so definitely give them a try. It felt like I was in an old bar that got converted into a salon and I loved it. Nice wood fixtures that give it a homey vibe. Chinese New Year is coming up so it's decorated with beautiful gold and red all over the place. Can't recommend enough and can't wait to go back! read more

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Silvana I.

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I arrived at 10:20a for my 10:30a appointment. I decided to get a pedi add on since there was a little early and they had availability. Pedi was great, while getting pedi my nail tech removed the gel polish with a electric tool , they did not soak them off. I have natural nails, they were ready to go. I asked for a nude ombré, the picture I showed was clearly dip, but since I had hard gel removed they assumed I wanted hard gel again, without recommending what I had asked for. All said and done the ombré turned out terrible because she tried to paint them on. The manager offered to remove the ombré for a plain color. All of this is fine, I just want my nails to look good. I guess what I'm most upset about is they charged me $90 for a gel color change, and I didn't even leave with what I had asked for. IMO that's unacceptable read more

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Lynn W.

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Some of the ladies are really nice here but the owner is not. She was exceptionally rude to my 11 year old niece who was getting a gel manicure. She messed up her mani then was "huffing and puffing" because she said my niece moved her hand. Then, she had the audacity to accuse my 5 yo daughter of stealing nail polish (like we would even need more nail polish at home. I mean, isn't that the whole purpose of going to a salon, because you don't want to do your own nails?). read more

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Laurie G.

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I am very picky when it comes to my nails and have tried a few others in the city but always return back here. Over the years I have brought my family and friends here as well. My favorite girl knows exactly what I want and pays attention to the tiny details. I have become a regular to the point that she has gotten great at picking out colors for me based on a trip I'm taking or the season we are in. While I wouldn't describe this place as the most luxurious nail salon in Boston it's reliable. Be warned this place could be packed on the weekends especially if it's nice out. read more

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Nancy L.

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3 years ago

This salon is not recommended. I left with 3 fingers bleeding after a manicure. One of which became infected and I needed to see a doctor for treatment. I will not be going back. read more

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Ali C V.

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7 years ago

I took an Uber to City Nails after work today and, lucky me, it was 6:15 PM and there wasn't a single customer in the shop. Not one. Yay! All the nail techs were sitting around doing nothing in the pedicure chairs. One comes from behind the bar with a pleasant smile and asked me what I'd like to have done. I said I needed a fill, please. Without missing a beat, she told me - wait for it - the lady who does fills is not in today. Come back tomorrow Oh shit, was "a fill" the wrong answer? Did I offend her? Were my cooties out? Did I forget my deodorant? OK, I'll leave But, just out of curiosity, what exactly do the 5 or 6 of you sitting there in uniform do? Nail tech impersonations? Professional seat warmers? Or was it just a tough day at the office? You ladies relax. I will never bother you again. read more

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Richard K.

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4 years ago

I went there with my friend to get her nails done, and they did, according to her, a horrid job. Even I could tell that nails are not supposed to to have sags or bumps. When she complained they said she came in late, did not have the time to properly fix her nails, but why take her as a customer if you do not have the time to do the job? They offered her a $20 refund, and take off the nail polish, an insulting offer! read more

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Stephanie S.

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3 years ago

I asked for a coffin shape and got a messily done almond shape. there was not one person in the whole salon. was more expensive than better places I've been. read more

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Jeanny C.

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14 years ago

I have been here since I was a child. It has switched owners many times. By far, this is probably the best experience I have had. The decoration is very comfortable. The manicure stations are like bar tables, so the manicurist is standing which gives them a better view of your nails. As for me, I do not have to slouch my back. I didn't get a pedicure today, so can't really judge on that. I usually dislike getting gel nails because I hate how they have to file down your nail plate (which I have pretty thin ones to begin with). But I saw how nice they did this lady's and decided to try it again (4th time:1st in China when it first came out, 2nd in Brooklyn when it first arrived in America, 3rd in Brooklyn again different nail salon and it was way too thick for me). Gave it a shot today and love it! Didn't really filed too harshly on my nail plate and did not come out super thick. It was overall a pleasant experience. read more

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Hope G.

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8 years ago

I just moved down the street from this nail salon and was excited to give it a try. I am leaving for a wedding tomorrow and wanted a manicure and pedicure. I got a regular pedicure and dipping powder manicure. The nail technician was nice, but clearly unfamiliar with how to do dipping powder. I wish she told me. I would have been just as happy with a gel manicure. Instead I spent two hours and $73 to get an uneven chunky manicure with cotton ball fuzz stuck to my nails. I could not be more disappointed. read more

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Kaitlin M.

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I felt like the woman doing my nails could not see very well honestly... there is fuzz caught underneath the polish and the sides are not painted fully. She also stabbed my cuticle by accident which hurt. She was in a hurry to help the next customer. Would not recommend. read more

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Debbie A.

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I've been going to this salon for my nails for nearly three years. Most of the women who work here are very hardworking and do a generally good job for the cost of the service. I want to share my recent experiences which have made me decide to stop coming here once and for all. A few months ago a newer member of the staff give me a very painful pedicure, which was made more difficult by our inability to communicate due to her lack of English. The opposite of the relaxing experience you hope to have at the salon. Not long after, despite this bad experience, I went back and had a regular manicure which was done by who I think is the owner. It was incredibly rushed, incredibly painful as she filed my nails down to the tip, and unsurprisingly the polish was applied unevenly. I swore never to go back, but back I went due to the convenient location. This time I started making appts with Tina, who is wonderful. Last week unfortunately she was out, and I risked going in without an appt. My luck ran out and I got both the newer worker for my pedi (which was as painful and awkward as I remembered) as well as the owner for my mani (which lasted all of 10 minutes). When I asked her to give me clear polish instead of the gel mani I had planned as I feared a crappy job, she cracked some joke with her coworkers as she clearly made fun of whatever I had said. I can tolerate a bad job here and there, but to disrespect customers in this way is simply unacceptable. For this reason, I can support them no longer. If you're going to go here, do yourself a favor and make an appointment with your favorite technician ahead of time... read more

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Glenna M.

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It's a big no from me. The lady at the front desk snapped at me when I asked a question. The nail tech burned me with the drill several times. I kept apologizing and she let me know she was annoyed with me (sighing and rolling her eyes). She applied the dip so heavy that my nails have blobs on the sides. The nail tech was super rough tugging my arm closer to her. It was wild. The dip wasn't evenly applied so it's not covering the sides of my nails. I'm not sure what was up. I've never been there before but I've never had such a weird experience getting dip before. She might have just been having a bad day but for that price I was frustrated with the quality and roughness of the service. I still gave a good tip, but I'll never go back. read more

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Shawn W.

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Best lave for a mani pedi in Boston! Nancy, the owner, makes sure you have a good experience. They take their time with each customer. And the leg massage at the end of the pedi is so relaxing. Whether you run a lot, or just want to get your feet ready for the summer, this is the place! Go in & enjoy this place. It is quite spacious! read more

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Gladys L.

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Found my nail place in Boston! I made an appoint for my 2 roommates and I on a Saturday morning, we all got gel mani and pedis. They have a large array of Essie and OPI nail polishes, gotta love it! The manicurists were very attentive and nice to speak to. Karen did a wonderful job on both my mani and pedi, she was very sweet and detailed with her job, I appreciated her work so so much. City Nails is very clean and modern. I loved their sleek, wood decor, paired perfectly with plants and flowers throughout their establishment. Once we were finished with pedis, they switch you over to the manicure area which looks very similar to a bar. They have tv's for entertainment, baseball was on #winning. After a very much needed mani and pedi and long search for a nail salon in Boston, I have found City Nails, beyond relieved! read more

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Boston J.

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4 years ago

This is the third time I have gone for a Pedicure. The first two were excellent. This mornings was the worst. The Tech didn't speak, rushed thru the procedure and then said finished. Perhaps she was having a bad day, but I will not go to her again. read more

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ack c.

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8 years ago

They get the job done without a lot of fuss. They have a lot of loyal customers, so expect a wait if you show up mid-day on a weekend. And maybe bring your own polish. I've been to a lot of places, but this is my go-to for now. read more

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Tristine T.

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3 stars bc the people here are so nice but -2 two stars bc my gel mani always chips or begins to lift within a couple of days which never happens to me if I go to my regular nail tech. read more

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Jayme H.

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9 years ago

Michelle is awesome! Always does flawless, uniformly shaped acrylic nails. Once she knows the shape you like she is able to replicate it every time. I've tried other salons in the Boston are and I always return to Michelle because she's consistently the best. read more

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Samrana B.

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9 years ago

Very affordable compared to previous locations I've Be to. The Gel Manicure was only $25 where I go typically it's $35 so that was definitely a bargain. They took their time and did everything with care so I like that about them. However, I took one star off cause the tools weren't new. Again I'm comparing from previous plays but get your money's worth I guess. read more

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Rose S.

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8 years ago

Place pretty crazy today but was able to get taken as a walk in ! Thx for your service I'll be back in the near future read more

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Priyanka S.

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Found this place on Yelp and decided to try it out. Prices were great. Got a regular manicure ($12), polish change (for toes) and underarm wax ($15). The place is very stylish and clean. For the manicures you sit at a bar and the nail techs stand up and give you a manicure. I had two ladies (one for nails and one for wax) and both were detail oriented for their respective service. For the underarm wax, she used Gigi soft wax. Some hairs didn't come off in the wax so she tweezed them. Overall, great experience and would definitely go again. ***TIPS ARE CASH ONLY read more

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BrownGirl B.

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I have been going to this establishment for years. However after my last experience I will be looking for a new nail place. The owner Nancy is very selective on who she welcomes. I felt snubbed after years of patronage. I have to wonder if it's because I am black. I no longer live in the neighborhood so definitely will not be going back. read more

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Mindy L.

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I am going to give City Nails a solid 4 stars. I will reserve a 5th star for a second visit (which I will definitely schedule). Why am I reserving a star? Well, my friend and I are were two of three clients in the enormous salon and the few bad reviews on here seem to be as a result of rushed service so I want to be sure having your nails done here is a true, solid 5-star investment before I go all in! What you need to know before you go: 1 - Amazingly clean, open, airy and bright. 2 - Well-kept pedicure chairs that give brilliant back massages 3 - Pedicures last 20-25 minutes with lengthy scrubs and massages 4 - Selection of colors is amazing. My new favorite: Essie's "In Stitches" 5 - You sit at a long bar to have your nails done - great idea! 6 - Frequent manicure card. Have ten manicures, the 11th is free 7 - Yes, they have Shellac. Total for a Shellac manicure and pedicure is only $55.00. Good relative to the expensive location. I for one, did not experience any of the negative things that others did, but I will definitely go back to make sure that my great experience wasn't a one hit wonder! read more

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Julie N.

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13 years ago

The first time I came here I was told to pick a color and have a seat at the counter. After 20 minutes of no one even looking in my direction, I asked how much longer it would be. The nail lady said "20 minutes" so I up and left and did my own damn nails. I gave them another chance last week and I'm actually really glad that I did. I ended up getting a wonderful nail lady who took her time from start to finish and made pleasant conversation and cheered on Family Feud. The space is nicer than most nail salons I've been to in Boston and my nails came out great. I paid the extra $10 from the back rub while my nails dried and even though it was only $10, it really wasn't worth it. This is probably going to end up replacing My Mani Pedi on Tremont to be my go-to for my mani/pedi. read more

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Leslie T.

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I have mixed feelings about the good reviews this place is getting. On the one hand, I'm happy because my neighborhood needs a great nail salon and I want these folks to stay in business; on the other hand, the more well known it becomes, the more crowded it will be and the less able I will be to pop in whenever I have a chip and get it taken care of. I guess I'll be unselfish and echo the great reviews. This place used to be a total dump called T&J Nail Salon, but it's under new ownership and has undergone a total metamorphosis. Comfy massaging pedi-spa chairs, nice atmosphere, and clean, clean, clean! The people who work here are also really sweet and the prices are quite reasonable. In all, I've never had a bad or disappointing experience. So, yeah. Go here. Just not when I want to. read more

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Janet P.

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14 years ago

The cleanest nail salon that I have been to in Boston-~with the exception of Bella Sante on Newbury Street. They do shellac nails and as another reviewer said, have the largest collection of colors that I have seen. I am reserving the last star for a second visit, which will include a pedicure. The prices are excellent; the nail bar is clever. Up to my 7th visit and I am just as pleased as with the first. Pedi chairs are amazing.Relaxing Took my husband for a min-pedi today ( no polish, no cutting, please!) Everyone was so nice to him. Salon is immaculate~Bella Sante, you still do have an edge on your waxing and feeling of total serenity. read more

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1260 Washington St
Boston, MA 02118
South End
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(617) 988-8189
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Hours

What time does City Nails & Spa open?

City Nails & Spa opens at 9:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.City Nails & Spa opens at 10:00 AM on Sunday.

What time does City Nails & Spa close?

City Nails & Spa closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.City Nails & Spa closes at 6:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Sat 9:00 AM - 8:00 PMSun 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

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Does City Nails & Spa take credit cards?

Yes, City Nails & Spa takes credit cards.

Services

Is City Nails & Spa by appointment only?

No, City Nails & Spa is not by appointment only.

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Does City Nails & Spa have bike parking?

Yes, City Nails & Spa has bike parking.

Does City Nails & Spa have parking?

Yes, City Nails & Spa has parking options. Street Parking

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Does City Nails & Spa have free WiFi?

Yes, City Nails & Spa has free WiFi.

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“They are cheap for Boston, very clean and have a great (aka HUGE) selection of shellac, gel, OPI and Essie products!”

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1.5 mi•North End

I love She She Nails! They have really wonderful customer service, are very accommodating &…read morefriendly. The salon is very clean and pretty and inviting. I'm always so happy with my nails and they last so long (6 weeks total). I will continue to come here and bring my roommates and friends who get their nails done!

I've tried russian manicures, regular/gel manicures, acrylics, dip, builder gels, japanese gel,…read morebasically any service ever, I've tried. I think this salon is elite and would highly recommend as they do an amazing job. I got both a russian gel manicure (Yanna - color: natural, paid $110) and pedicure (Anna - $135) and the quality is amazing, my cuticles are so clean but they do a really good job in making sure it's not invasive (I've had some bad experiences where they are super invasive and have gotten painful, red and swollen cuticles). Another thing that I wanted to mention is that when they remove previous gel, they are so experienced in making sure not to buff too much. Sometimes, at other salons, I've experienced alot of pain due to the heat spike when curing because of this but had zero pain today which I absolutely loved. They take great care throughout the service and are extremely detailed oriented. I've never had a better quality service and will definitely be a regular customer here. The salon itself is so cute and girly, everything is pink, well-designed and super clean, I feel like a princess. If you're on the fence, definitely do it, you won't regret it. The glazing is completely unsponsored or solicited, I just wanted to rave about a really great experience.

Color: natural

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Pedicure, white toenail polish

The Nail Studio

3.9(82 reviews)

0.9 mi•Back Bay

Certified professionals

15 years in business

In the past, i could never justify getting my nails done regularly- only for special occasions- let…read morealone going for the extras like dip or acrylics. This salon changed everything! The confidence and good feeling I get every time I look down and see my hands is so worth it. Besides everyone being so nice, a few specific things really set this salon apart from any other I've been to: 1. SO CONSISTENT - It literally doesn't matter who here does your nails bc they're all so great. Many salons are "amazing... if you ask for XYZ". Here, I have yet to ask for any specific person, I've have had my nails done by probably five different people at random, and I don't have a complaint about any. Every single time I leave so content, and they last so long every time. They also really know their strengths so if for some reason you have a really detailed art that maybe someone else is better at, they'll just switch out at the end. Which to me is a positive and that they care enough to openly tap in whoever can do the best job. 2. SOOO SKILLED WITH NAIL ART! Find a super cute nail design on TikTok? They'll repeat it to a T, no matter how detailed! Other times I just say "I like this vibe, but doesn't have to be exact" and they're fine with that too. 3. HAVE A GOOD EYE/SENSE OF What looks good- I can be indecisive so them being able and willing to tell me which of my color options they like best or a potentially cute design idea if I'm drawing a blank is so helpful and appreciated. They've even recommended a different nail shapes based on my goals re: growing them out, which was really nice. 4. NO WAIT TIMES?!? I have no idea how this happens because you'd think it means they're not busy, but nope- there are always people in there, but it never feels crowded or chaotic at all. they're so well organized and efficient. I think I've made an appointment like twice and the other times they were so welcoming for walk-ins, and had me sit down and got started immediately.

The WORST experience ever. I went to this salon since it was close to my work and I was able to get…read morean appointment between my meetings. The actual experience for a gel pedicure was average - good nail polish technique, not great with the massage and scrubbing for a $55 pedicure plus tip. Anyway, I walked out happy with a fun nail color ready for my vacation week. Next day, while running errands I noticed one of the nails was bare with no polish - the entire gel polish had slid off. Slowly through the afternoon, all nails showed the same wear and the nail polish started falling off. I called the salon and the person on the phone apologized and said that they will take care of me once she spoke to her manager. The manager asked me to come back for a gel nail polish re do which was not feasible since I work in Boston and don't live there. Then they offered me a $13 refund for a $55 service which was so poorly done that the gel nails which I thought will last me 3 weeks, lasted less than 24 hours. I texted them pictures of my toes as requested, asked for a refund of at least 50% of the cost of the service. They held firm at the $13 refund which I declined. I had to go to another salon, spend $50 again for gel nails. I'm never going back here again.

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101 Gigi Nails And Spa

3.5(11 reviews)

0.9 mi•Downtown

Best place on earth. Not a service you cant get here. I love it here and Tan is my nail tech. That…read morewoman can do absolutely no wrong. I just come sit, do work with my headphones on. Undisturbed. She is always on point so I dont even have to tell here how to do things. The vibe is unmatched here, all they are missing is the mimosas or hot chocolate. Lol

Be warned if you decide to go to this nail salon. The owner Kathy is absolutely great she is kind…read moreunderstanding and caring ,but the son (who sits at the reception desk) and father (who was called into the shop regarding my issue) do not like women they look down on women especially if you have a voice.They are both EXTREMELY DISRESPECTFUL and think women should know their place. I was able to see all 3 family members in action together at the shop while trying to resolve my issue with these horrific nails. Thank you Kathy for my refund and understanding. On the day of my appointment I was 1 of 2 black females getting our nails done the other black woman's nail station was right next to mine and all the other customers were white. My issue was quality of work and the other black woman's issues were quality of work and pricing ( they kept changing the prices on her) I am not sure if this was a racial discrimination or male chauvinism, but 2 things can be true at the same time. Like I said the owner/mother/wife Kathy was awesome and I wish I had only had my experience with her but unfortunately I was met with the 2 idiots. My advice to Kathy was to REMOVE the son from the reception role and NEVER introduce the husband to customers again. Thank you

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RelaxSation Massage Therapy & Nails

4.3(370 reviews)

0.9 mi•Downtown

We were in town visiting and this place came up as number 1 and the lady that did my pedicure was…read moreamazing! Highly recommend!

Po gives the most relaxing chair massage and I highly recommend her if you have aching muscles…read more Best massage around and I highly recommend the place in the heart of downtown Boston.