Let's see - visited salon on 7/21/25 before vacation. Paraffin wax for pedicure was too hot. Ended up with 2nd degree burns on my left foot. Burns on right foot as well and massive peeling. I have been going here for years. What is extremely disappointing is that when I reached out to the owner to let her know, there was minimal concern and more importantly there was no accountability. I had to seek medical care and take steroids for swelling and for burns. Will NEVER return. read more

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I was able to get an appointment same day. Ms. Vicky to very good care of me. Full set done to perfection in 30 minutes! Great customer service from beginning to end. read more

I tried this place because it's convenient to me but unfortunately my no chip manicure is lifting after a week and a half. The other place I went to they lasted 3 weeks. I'm not sure I'll come back here. read more

Last night I went to DK Nails for a manicure and pedicure. Careful with the very older lady. She was very rough. I did not find my manicure relaxing at all. I then proceeded to do my nails. I mentioned I did not want a no chip for my nails. I usually get the dip. The old lady was absolutely clueless, and so the owner of the salon continued to assist with the no-chip; finally, after a continued argument, I said I wanted a regular manicure; looks like that bothered the old lady cause she sure made it noticeable. She then began to do my nails and she legit nicked me. I was bleeding a lot. That old lady, sorry to say, should not be doing nails! I was very upset. I said I'm done. I will only pay for my pedicure, she was lucky that I gave her a tip. I will never go there again; ladies. STAY AWAY FROM OLD ASIAN LADY!!!! ABSOLUTELY RIDICULOUS!!! read more

What's the point of making an appointment when you have to wait one hour anyway? Poor customer service!

I've had a hard time finding a good suburban nail spot as my go-to. Spending some time at my moms over the summer and this city girl was in desperate need of a mani/pedi. Pricing was fai.. I've never been a fan of places that offer various types of manicure and pedicures for different prices a little gimmicky for my taste, mainly because I feel that a good mani/pedi should be good no matter what one you select. I opted for the $45 green tea pedi and regular mani. I believe my techs name was Vanessa but it could have been Melissa, I'm terrible with names but she was really great. Thorough and meticulous, very happy with the services overall just wish this place had a better selection of regular polish colors, many were old and it seems like they have much more for people getting no chip but for a regular nail gal like myself not as much to offer. I love when a place stocks the long lasting newer bottles of etsy and OPI but I didn't see any here. Aside from that will be back for great service just may bring my own polish. read more

DK Nails & Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - South Elgin, Illinois

Absolutely unprofessional salon. I made an appointment for 3:15pm. I asked three times if they could take me at 3:15pm because I will have another appointment later. The lady assured me that yes. I came to the salon, which is obviously under remodeling. I chose a color and nobody cared about me for the next 14 minutes. When I asked if someone would come, one of the employees said "just wait". I said "I had an appointment on 3:15pm". Again, I have to wait another five minutes. I said that I don't understand why they promised me on the phone that they can take me at 3:15pm?. One of the women asked me when do I have to leave? I told her that it doesn't matter because I had an appointment at 3:15 pm not at 3:30 not at 3:40 but at 3:15. she said again to wait for someone to come. I left after 15 minutes without anyone taking care of me! I do not recommend this "salon "at all. Nobody says sorry . Dagmar read more

I have lived in Illinois for just over a year and have tried 4 or 5 nail salons. Each one I went to did one of two things. 1. Was super nice and friendly but did a terrible job and my nails were lifting or chipped in a week 2. Acted like they were doing me a favor by completing a nail service. Tina and Kim from DK nails were so nice and accommodating! Including staying late to finish my manicure and pedicure. I didn't feel rushed and they took the time to make sure what I was getting was what I wanted. Oh! And they also did an awesome job! 100 stars! Go here!!! read more

Love this place! They are very attentive and pay attention to detail. A little pricey but who isn't these days? They prefer cash tips so that is something to remember; go to ATM before going. The mani, pedi and brows are on point! Highly recommend for the quality of service. read more

Friendly folks, but FILTHY environment. Don't look too closely or you may get ill. material falling off chairs, anything padded, etc, cracking, peeling. Walls covered in plaster never finished rehab. nail dust everywhere - but worse, nails too. To make matters worse, my dip (which usually last 6 weeks) lasted 7 days. I would not recommend. read more

I love the people that work in this nail spa. They're really nice and very accommodating. They do excellent work and I love the nail designs. They just remodeled and it's really nice and relaxing to go there. read more

I've gone here on and off for about 3 years now but more consistently recently, Vicki always takes care of me and my family. She always gives me exactly what I want on my nails, and in a timely manor. She's definitely THE BEST nail tech I've EVER had read more

I have been coming here for a little over two years and they never disappoint. They have a great variety of colors from neutrals to bright colors. Kathy and her team are amazing!! read more

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Positive experience. The nail technicians were friendly and expedited my service by doing the mani / pedi at the same time which made the appt fairly quick. I'm happy with the way the nails turned out. The reason for the 4 star rating rather than 5 is that it seemed to be a bit pricey. read more

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Thanks Viki! You were amazingly fast and great at your job! My little girl loved being with me, and she did her nails as well. We'll be back read more

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Super friendly and fit my daughter and I in 15 minutes before close. They insisted it wasn't a big deal and to come on in! Very cute and friendly with my 5 yo daughter and did a great job with my nails. Will go there again. read more

The staff communicates in their language and it's like they are talking about you in their language. We were Rushed today as they had couple of walk ins. The owner walks away several times during your pedi/mani and doesn't even make up for the time. read more

I've been going to DK for a couple of months now. They have been able to give me an appointment same day when I call ahead. I get no-chip for my manicure and it holds up very well for several weeks until I go back. I've only had one pedicure and it was very nice. Color lasted a long time. All their tools are fresh - the tech opens the package in front of me. Salon is clean & all staff are masked. The 1st thing they ask you to do before signing in is to wash your hands. When I've been there the clients are also following masking protocol too. read more

I wasted 42$ on a no-chip manicure. Of course the nail polish I liked was 7$ extra. It's been 8 days and my nails have completely chipped off and look TERRIBLE. I'm so frustrated and annoyed. Go somewhere else! No need to come back and waste anymore time & money. Isn't the point to NOT CHIP?! read more

DK Nails & Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - South Elgin, Illinois

I had gone to this place so much, but each time I go back it gets worse and worse. If you have an appointment, it doesn't mean you'll be seen at that time, unless you show up when they open. They prioritize walk ins just as much as appointments. They rush through the nails, leaving you cut and bleeding, the dip is so thick. I asked for a white based on the sample, and it turns out it was actually nude somehow? I had the balls to say something for the first time, and they put no chip white on top of the nude so I had like 8 layers of nail polish on my hands, and they rushed while fixing it. I had polish all over my finger tips. They were speaking in their language in front of me after I complained so I felt super uncomfortable like they were talking crap about me. I said it was good, paid and left. Until I put my nails up to my wedding dress because I'm getting married this weekend, and my nails were YELLOW! I found another place that was cheaper, painted a sample nail for me to make sure I liked it, and did a beautiful job in less than an hour. I called them to talk about my dissatisfaction and how I was nervous to say something again about being unhappy and they told me to come in and get it fixed. Why would I want to go in again and risk being talked about again or having them messed up? I asked for a refund for my mani as the pedi I got was good, and they wouldn't do it. No refunds. Some of them are nice and know what they are doing, but I'm sad this one time couldn't be resolved how I preferred. read more

Wonderful first time experience! Lily was so sweet and did an excellent job on my no chip mani and pedi. Reasonable prices, clean, and everyone was so friendly. So happy to have found a place that I can look forward to going back for my next nail appointment! read more

DK Nails & Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - South Elgin, Illinois

Excellent service. The staff goes above and beyond to make sure you get what you want. Salon is clean and organized, with a vast selection of nail polish colors and services. Always a fun experience going to Dk nails!!! I highly suggest giving them a try. read more

DK Nails & Spa - color: OPI Lincoln Park After Dark. LOVE IT!!! - Nail Salons Near Me - South Elgin, Illinois

We had a $25 gift card and they will not honor it because it's over a year old . You would think with the Covid closures they would honor it . It shows what type of business they want to run so now our family of 4 girls will not be going back! We all needed full sets so they would have made a lot of money but we will now support another nail salon. read more

Decided to get a set of gel tips since I hadn't had them in a while. Worst nails I have ever had. I cried all the way home. Waaaaay to thick. Not shaped right. Not cleaned up underneath. $45 + tip. Yes I said something while they were being done. She said that's the way they are supposed to be. NOT! Now I have to find another place to fix them, which I CANNOT afford. I would never go there again. So upset. **Nails Fixed by VICTORIA NAILS in South Elgin. Everyone should go there. And DK nails owes me a REFUND!!! read more

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I have to give this place 5 stars based on my spa pedicure experience. It's clean, it's peaceful, customer service is great! I'm overjoyed! To note, I haven't finished yet, but I wanted to write this while I could. I received the Tropical pedicure. Usually, at other nail salons, I go for the basics and skip any massages or anything extra just because they're never up to par or worth the additional charge. I really enjoyed my pedicure. It's been months since I've had a pedicure. I started doing them at home just because I was tired of wasting money, but it's a lot of work. Diem cut my cuticles, removed all the calluses (there was a lot), massaged me to no end, and all while I was sitting in their WONDERFUL new-tech spa chair! She hasn't finished the polish yet, but I don't care. I LOVE IT! I'll be back on a regular basis. I'm just happy to have a nail spa after relocating here from California. Thank you guys for the wonderful experience! read more

DK Nails & Spa - Always in love with my no-chip mani and pedicure! - Nail Salons Near Me - South Elgin, Illinois

I really wanted to like this salon, but I will not be returning. I left feeling so upset about my dip manicure. The woman that did my nails was clearly in a hurry, and I had to ask her to redo 3 of my nails. What upset me the most was that not one person apologized. read more

I have been coming here 4 years and I love Kathy, Diem, Tina, Jolie and the rest of the staff. They always accommodate my needs and I'm very difficult to please. They are safe and sanitary which is the most important thing at this time. I would highly recommend this place to anyone and everyone in the surrounding areas. I always call and make an appointment with Kathy because she's personally my favorite. No complaints ever. Best nail salon ever. read more

I love this salon! I've been going to Kim for years she's awesome!!!! Kathy is the owner , and she is wonderful! Salon is very nice, clean and very accommodating !! Highly recommend! read more

Went here for an eye brow wax ($10) and it was probably the best wax I've ever gotten! She did a nice job cleaning it up and not making it too thin I didn't like the oil they put on after they did the wax (I prefer lotion.) read more

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Never Coming Back. - The lady who did my nails made one of them bleed. It hurt so bad. What makes matters worse is, she didn't do anything about it- she clearly saw it was bleeding. She was also very rude. Never coming back read more

I am diabetic, have neuropathy in both feet and lymphedema in my left leg. Taking care of my feet is very important but it is difficult for me to do myself. It can also be difficult to get someone at a nail salon to be gentle, yet thorough, enough. Kim at DK Nails was amazing. She was extremely gentle, checking in with me all the time, but also ensured that my feet looked and felt fantastic when she was done. I will be coming back on a regular basis and will ask for Kim every time. read more

Sooo happy with my services thus far! Kathy is so nice and does an amazing job! :D the environment is clean, sharp and new! My green tea pedicure looks and feels amazing! And her technique for manicures are so nice! I will be returning to DK nails! Thank you! read more

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I have gotten my finger nails and toe nails done her many times. The salon is very clean and everyone is very nice! read more

DK Nails & Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - South Elgin, Illinois

First time going here was last Wednesday. Everyone there is super nice, it was very clean. You can tell they have a lot of regulars who go there. I had a dip manicure and regular pedicure- both of which were super relaxing and refreshing. I'm giving it a 3 because my nails started chipping yesterday, not even a full week with them! I work retail, so I know I'm rough with my nails, but usually a dip lasts me 3 weeks, not 4 days. Mostly upset I spent that money and it's ruined already. read more

Good luck getting the same quality each time you go. Terrible dip. The owner is really nice, but I still wouldn't recommend going there.

Always super nice. It's clean. Only thing is I would like to see plastic bags around the pedicure bowl for each client. Vickie and Jolie are who I have been and I really like them. read more

Follow up to my prior review, my gel polish lasted one week and peeled OFF...gel should not peel off. Called about it and the owner told me I was RUDE for posting a negative comment. Poor customer service, they really could care less, they got my money. read more

I love this place. This is the cleanest nail salon I've ever seen. Everyone here is not only skilled, but also professional and pleasant. I love the spa pedicures. It feels like a salon in a high-end result. read more

I've probably been here around 6 times and it never stops amazing me how a door can state "walk-in's welcome" yet i get turned down every single time. It's really disappointing because there's a really sweet lady, Lili, that I keep coming back for. Yes, I am aware I could make an appointment but hey, I forgot. The work is subpar and the "paint job" is average. I think I much rather make the drive to Nail Art & Spa. Oh, the one star is for Lili. read more

Had a manicure with the dip polish. Lily did an absolutely amazing job she took her time and my nails look great!!!