Ran in to get my nails done before a meeting on Tuesday. Gel nails and a pedicure. While the pedicure went well, my nails have never looked so awful and they started chipping the very next day. Too much gel was used and not properly thinned out/filed down so it looks clumpy and 'fat' (IYKYK). She didn't do the under nail filing properly so that night I noticed a glob of gel under a couple of them. But for being in a hurry I'd have requested it be redone by someone else. As it is, they won't touch my hands again and I recommend you all stay clear. read more

Gala Nails - Thumb and first finger chipped same day hours after visit and having only driven home and taking a shower - Nail Salons Near Me - Temple Hills, Maryland

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Phi phi is awesome!! She always respectful and if she can't do a design I asked for she lets me know up front!! Prices are reasonable too

They did my nails exactly not how I wanted them not even close! I showed them a reference picture and they didn't do it even close and the lady that did my nails was rude and rough and didn't even ask for my opinion when she was doing my nails! Totally not using this spa again! I recommend going to other place but not this one..... read more

Gala Nails - This was the reference pic! - Nail Salons Near Me - Temple Hills, Maryland

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I needed a pedicure at the last minute and my regular shop was out of my way so I decided to stop here on my way home to get ready for my event, how bad could a pedicure be? I was seated quickly, and they started soaking my feet, but the lady who worked on me was so extremely rude because I did not want to get my eyebrows done. She was just unprofessional the entire time. I definitely will not be back. read more

I just got a fill-in with gel polish done at this salon today. I asked the tech how long it would be because I had something do and he said it would be 30 minutes. I ended up being there for an hour and 15 minutes just for a fill-in. After he was done and I saw my nails, I didn't like them...they were thick, lumpy and uneven. I paid and left, but ended up going right back because my nails really looked bad and I wanted them fixed. The technician agreed to fix them and they did look better, but still not great...and on top of that, the tech damaged my real nails with the drill when he was trying to fix them. As if that wasn't enough, I just got my nails done today and the gel polish is already chipping. To be fair, I also got a pedicure when I was there and that service was with a different technician and it was fine. I tried to call to let them know, but they were already closed. I will be calling back tomorrow, but all I really wanted was to get a professional nail service and go about my business. The fact that this took so much of my time today, and will also take up some of my time tomorrow, is unacceptable. If the manager or owner of this salon sees this review, please send me a reply on here and I'll give you my contact info. I'd like to give you guys a chance to make it right. Thx. read more

I like this place but they are hit or miss with the shape. All the nails will be good then boom, one or two are lopsided or lumpy. Other than that I like it. I try to get them to fix as much as I can before I go. Pedicures 10/10 Update.. got these done on 13 Feb.. one broke already and this is Dip read more

Gala Nails - Coffin nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Temple Hills, Maryland

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First time visiting. Came in as a walk in, T he said his name was, attended to me. He was very gentle. I only got a fill in, reshape, and trim. Took an hour but he made sure that everything was to my liking which I appreciate. It was only $33 got everything which is the cheapest I've ever paid for my nails, they better last.... I would have given 5 stars but when he asked me did I want my eyebrows done and I declined he told me I need them done. I informed him I was good and I have never had them waxed and never plan on having them waxed as I do them myself and fill them in. They just weren't done today. After I told him that he left the eyebrow situation alone. I'll wait to see if my nails last 2 weeks seeing how cheap they were. UPDATE: So the day after I got them done one of the nails began to chip. I called and they removed the polish and repainted/set it. Two day's after that one my other thumb and index finger polish are both chipping. I don't want to keep going back for them to repolish, even the nail they repainted is chipping again. So I'll just wait about 2 weeks and go back to the other salon I was going to I had such high hopes. read more

Gala Nails - Day of - Nail Salons Near Me - Temple Hills, Maryland

Under new management Great service, More high quality products I love their new color powder collection My ombré nails come out perdecfly Leo is the best read more

Gala Nails - I love my ombré nails so much - Nail Salons Near Me - Temple Hills, Maryland

I went to this establishment a day ago, under new management. The service was great! I made an appointment and Leo took his time very slow and carefully. I enjoy the attention he gave me and made sure my nails were done top notch. I asked for a design and he created it so beautifully. This is my new nail shop from now on. Try them, you won't be disappointed! read more

Gala Nails - Great job by Leo - Nail Salons Near Me - Temple Hills, Maryland

I saw that Gala Nails has recently changed ownership and wanted to give it a try this past Saturday. My experience with Leo, the new manager, left me in absolute awe! I decided to have an acrylic full set done and he did a spectacular job! He did a great job cleaning up my cuticles and shaped my nails perfectly. During my service, I learned that Leo is very passionate about his job and truly cares about his clients. He took his time on my nails and was great company. I hope nothing, but the best for his new business and recommend everyone to stop by and give (the new) Gala Nails a try. This will definitely be my go to nail place!! read more

Gala Nails - Leo did a perfect job on my nails. - Nail Salons Near Me - Temple Hills, Maryland

This nail shop is nice and I always go to Phi! I've followed her from several nail shops. She is amazing and I will continue to my nail tech! read more

Gala Nails - Nails by Phi - Nail Salons Near Me - Temple Hills, Maryland

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I only get my nails done at gala nails no where else the service is phenomenal.. my nails always look great Tina and phi phi are amazing they always do me right here lol I got my nails done on a Sunday I never come on a Sunday Igor someone new I was totally dissatisfied with my nails phi phi took over but was in a rush and told me that if my nails messed up to come back and she would fix them free of charge and I'm here today getting them fixed and we are back thanks Phi phi your the best read more

Gala Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Temple Hills, Maryland

I've been to this place before and lucked out with a decent technician. I wanted to pamper myself and got the most expensive package they offer. I had a decent experience. I would say three out of five but I did feel that the pedicure was average and not worth "spa pricing". This time was different. I experienced rude and rough service. When I saw how rude the treatment was from just walking in and being told not to look at the colors, where I couldn't sit etc..I realized that kind of attitude would never lead to a relaxing experience. Even though I walked in with the intention of getting and more expensive package I chose the simple pedicure for just that reason. When I was barely given 20 seconds of a foot exfoliation I asked for more time. The tech spent 5 minutes lecturing (even though she couldn't give me one minute on my foot) me about what I get for that price of the basic pedicure. She proceeded to detail how many things she has to do within a short amount of time so she could quickly finish. Basically, I would only get a decent pedicure from them if I paid for the pricier packages which frankly were NOT worth the money. I timed 20 seconds on each foot of exfoliation and ZERO time on a foot massage. By the time I left the pedicure was already chipping. See the picture below literally taken five minutes after I walked out the door. She didn't bring me my shoes. This place sucks pig. They can't expect people to pay spa prices when you they act like they are working at a gas station. read more

Went to Gala location after having gotten a fill in at another place where the guy was super sloppy. BUT Leo here at Gala did a wonderful job. He changed the shape and redid my polish and did a hand design. I think I have found a new nail guy! Go see Leo! He is awesome! read more

Gala Nails - nails done by Leo - Nail Salons Near Me - Temple Hills, Maryland

This place is a hidden gem!! I loved how my toes and nails came out!! They did a wonderful job on the shape to I'm a stickler for ensuring my nail shape is on point! read more

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They do a super great job cleaning down all the surfaces, enforcing CDC guidelines, and all the employees are super nice and friendly. I love getting my nails done there and they always turn out great. Phi phi does an amazing job with my nails too !! read more

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Ok I'm so pissed I'm sitting in the chair to write this review. First of all I walked in and asked for a pedicure. That's it. She told me to wash my hand and have a seat. I waited over 40 minutes for this lady to come do my pedicure. If it was gonna be this long of a wait you should definitely tell somebody! It was so many times I was about to walk out but I literally have no time I stopped past here for a quick pedicure and expected to be out the door no longer than 45 minutes really. Here we are. A hour later and she's just starting my feet. She just got a call about her scheduling I'm assuming and she left again to go to the front and help the customer over the phone. In my opinion she could have told whoever it was to give her a call back after she finish after she ALREADY had me waiting a hour. I said all this to say this. I will never come back to this place. read more

I'm truly very upset with the result of my nails. it was my first time putting on my nails and I decided to go to this place, but the truth was very, very dissatisfied with the results read more

Gala Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Temple Hills, Maryland

This was my 1st time. Going here but when I tell you. They was on point with the guidelines in response to the covid-19 pandemic. The whole time I was there. Some 1 was always sanitizing and wiping down station's fron and back and out side surfaces. I HAVE ANXIETY AND NOW IS NOT A TIME TO B/s with my health and well-being ‍ read more

Always very kind and accommodating! I've gotten a mani, pedi, and eyebrows waxed. They have the typical massage chairs, asked if I would like anything to drink, and are very productive. Definitely come back since I don't live very far from the salon. read more

Gala Nails is under New Management!!! This business got a whole new facelift from the staff, new products, & equipment. Phi Phi and Tina know the meaning of providing full professional service with a smile! Cleanliness and sanitization are top priority. Also, can't forget the 10% military discount! My favorite service is the Spa Pedicure with paraffin. Mr. Lee gives a "Magical" manicure and "Everybody Loves" Leon! Get Lashes by Wendy! Complimentary water, Wine, and wifi! You've got to go to the Gala!!! read more

I visited here for the first time and I didn't have a good experience. When I walked in I was not immediately greeted. I sat down for about 2 minutes before someone asked if they can help me. The guy asked without even making eye contact. That was pretty rude. I said what I wanted a full set and he didn't say okay or pick out a color or anything. I really didn't like the whole vibe in there. I waited for about 20 minutes and just left and went somewhere else. I will never go back to that place again. read more

Today was my first time coming to this establishment. I came in because they practiced social distancing. I come in and Lauren proceeded to work on my pedicure. She started on my gel pedicure and everything seemed to be okay at first. Every time she put a coat of gel on my toes she placed a lil black uv light machine over my foot to dry the polish. As I was on a phone call I found myself constantly grabbing the machine so it didn't fall on my foot or on the floor. After Lauren was done putting the top clear coat on my white gel polish I noticed she did not put the paint close enough to my toe nails. If you look closely you can se how far the white polish is from my cuticle. Every time I asked her to fix an issue she would get upset and speak to her co workers in her language. I asked was everything okay and she ignored me and walked away. At this time Lauren's co worker came over and asked me if she could help fix the problem. It was then Lauren started to go over all her mistakes to fix any issues I had with my gel pedicure. Lauren made it seem as if I was a nuisance because I wanted my toes painted properly. I will not not be revisiting this establishment. ` read more

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Ok lee on for pedicures is a 5 I love the way he does my feet. The 1 star is for my nails which is more important to me! I sat in chair 5 I think! Or 4 one of them a lady did nails they were ok!! She didn't really paint them nicely or file my nails how I liked them then 2 days later the polish starting puffing up on 4 fingers to the point I could peel it of!! I went back chair one re painted them then a week later the top layer or the polish just started pealing off. Not sure if it's them or the polish but I'll never get my nails done here again only my feet by Mr. Lee read more

I thought to give this place a try under recommencation. I brought my coworker with me and I got a gel set and she got gel set and pedi. Her pedicure was done by an older man and looked great! When it came time to do my nails I had them done by a man named Leo. I had to ask him to clean my cuticles and he had trouble shaping my nails. They ended up looking awful but I kept going thinking the end result mightve been better but I was wrong. He did discount $5 but was clearly upset with ME. My coworker liked her nails but a few days after we got them done one of her came off. She went back and got it fixed for a charge. Happened again...same deal shes lost two more since then. I would NOT recommend this place. Although service is alright what you pay for isnt worth it. read more

New ownership worse than old! I went in yesterday to get a fill-in and pedi. I noticed all these new people. The woman who did my pedi was just okay. After applying oil on legs and feet, she did not wipe off my toenails with alcohol to remove any oily residue. I had to instruct her to do so, which she did reluctantly. Then, she attempted to polish my nails without base coat. I had to re-direct her to apply base coat. *sigh* Moved on to fill-in. Same lady. I told her to trim my nails when shaping. She said that will be $3.00. I had never been charged for trimming before. I told her I wanted to continue my coffin-shaped nails . . . $5.00. Are you freaking kidding me? She did not smooth underneath nail, as is customary. I had to re-direct yet again. She did an awful job, so much so the guy who was sitting where Hahn (?) used to sit swooped in to clean up the lady's mess. I canceled my eyebrow wax, despite their repeated pleas to do it, and got out of there as soon as I could. Will NOT be returning (and neither should you). Ugh. read more

Bad customer service, consistently open late in the morning and quality is not guaranteed. I only go here because of the prices! Multiple times they have been late to open and will still take people with appointments over those who were there first. I was told I could get a pedicure free of charge because they opened late and even then it was no one there to do my fill-in. When paying the man said I would have to pay because he painted my toes or some reason even though this is not what we agreed upon. After refusing to pay for the pedicure that I only got because he said it would be free I was told not to come back because they would not serve me. Han was rude from the minute he got there. Easy to say I'm not going back again. read more

Bob is the best at doing shapes! Excellent work! They honor your appointments if there's any available.

The reason I give it one star is because their customer service is truly horrible. When you walk in DO NOT expect anyone to speak to you are even say hi because they most likely won't. I walked in at 6:30pm it wasn't until 6:53pm that someone asked me what I needed done. Not even someone to say the usual "pick a color". They were really slow and three technicians and nobody even acknowledged I was there. I would usually leave but I really need my nails done for the next day. The guy who did my nails barley spoke to me. He's in the first chair to the left when you walk in. Stay Away! I smiled and tried to have light conversation but he was not interested in the least bit. He did my nails nicely but never told me how much it was or if I liked them at all. It wasn't until they were all done that he told me the price. I paid said thank you and left. The very next day a nail broke!! Can you believe it?! Not even 24 hours later. I came back the next day to get it fixed and more of the same no communication. Clearly customer service isn't their strong suit. I would not go here unless something changes. I remember coming here months before and 7:15 pm and they told me they can't do my nails because it's too close to closing time which was 8pm. That's ridiculous! If you take your last clients at 7 then you should say you close at 7 not 8! I drove and rush over there just to get turned away 45 min before their closing time. Smh Save your money and go somewhere else. read more

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Pure trash! They do not believe in customer service! They were constantly trying to up sale after we told them more than 5 times no. Also tried the charge me extra for something that is included with the service don't go there ever! read more

Customer Service is not good! You will wait a long time with an appointment. Average time for a refill and pedicure is 3 hours.

I recently had the absolute worst experience at this nail salon. This was my favorite salon but the person doing my nails (Leo) was very rough and the experience overall was quite painful and unpleasant. I was surprised that he was treating my nails to badly, will not be returning to this salon read more

I used to love this nail salon. Today the man that did my nails did not listen to any of my concerns and I didn't enjoy my time in his chair (the current manager). I think you should treat your customers with more respect. Won't be returning to this business. read more

Yesterday was my very first time visiting this salon, and I was very hopeful after hearing from others about their experiences. I had a younger lady/girl who seemed unsure about things from the beginning. She barely made eye contact, and her body language leads me to believe she was uncomfortable for some reason. To make a long story short, I sat down at the same time as my friend, and she finished 50minutes before he was done. I asked her to round my nails, and I could tell from that request that she wasn't seasoned enough at all to take any direction/requests. After she finished my toes and hands in 35 minutes, I felt cheated, and the look of the results was not even subpar. About 5 minutes later, she gave me my total and stated that she had to leave, so someone else would cash me out. The next minute she was running out of the salon. It's apparent she rushed through to make it to her prior commitment. I made mention to the manager that I had a rushed job, and my experience was terrible. I showed her my feet, and she apologized for the results and asked if she could round my nails. She attempted to fix them. Honestly, they still didn't look that great. To be seated and begin the process at 6:50 pm and she finished everything at 7:25 pm, it's obvious I didn't get the same treatment or experience as my friend. He was getting up from the chair at 7:59 pm. I always experience being treated unequally to women because its "abnormal that men should get manicures or pedicures. I have yet to go to a salon and feel like I am not taken advantage of or feel like someone has cut corners just because I am a guy getting service at a nail salon. I will never give them my money!!! read more