I got a pedicure from Angel and a gel manicure from Helen. They both did an Amazing job!!!! I've been coming here since it opened and love the relaxing music and friendly, professional technicians!! read more

Have been coming here for 7+ years! Loved my nails every time! Great quality, great service. Several great technicians . read more

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Service could be better. Left waiting 30 mins to get my eye brows done, ended up walking out. read more

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These ass clowns shaved 1/3 of one of my eyebrows off when I went in to get them cleaned up. It's worth noting that the picture of my eyebrows is 1.5 weeks old - so just imagine how bad it was when they first shaved my eyebrow off. I should have known something was up when the lady doing the eyebrows rushed out of the room when she was done without giving me a chance to look at my eyebrows. It was also super unprofessional that she asked to be tipped via Venmo, to which I replied no, I'll tip on my card. Any reputable establishment that did this to a customer would have not even charged them let alone asked to be tipped by Venmo. Avoid this dump. I should have read the other reviews and gone somewhere else. Don't make the same mistake I did read more

Gateway Nails - Notice the eyebrow to the left (my right eyebrow) about 1/3 is missing - this 2 weeks after they cleaned my eyebrows up! - Nail Salons Near Me - Wayne, Pennsylvania

This place is one giant health violation away from a staff infection. W et in for a mani/pedi. The nail tech took over an hour to finish my pedicure because she kept fixing her mistakes. Then her swollen knuckle opened up and started bleeding. I should have stopped the manicure at that point. Later I noticed blood on my hand. Just the worst! And it cost $100. read more

Pathetic ! Very poorly done. Cracks not removed even. Never again coming here and wasting my time again read more

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They charge 65$ for a supposed deluxe pedicure which includes a sugar scrub that is mostly soap or oil. It's not abrasive it did nothing for me. It doesn't include ingrown removal or callus removal. The quality is awful for the price. First time here and I'm not impressed. read more

Excellent manicure. Experience here was very relaxing and enjoyable. Will definitely be back. read more

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I happened AGAIN!!!! I wrote a review several months ago about the price for a service being quoted on the phone....but I was charged $20.00 more than I was quoted! WELL....I decided to I would give them another chance a few months ago and have been very pleased and have been paying $40.00 each time......EXCEPT for today!! All of a sudden....she said it was $55.00!!! I was stunned.....and I have the email receipts from all the other visits for $40.00...but she insisted it was $55.00...so I paid it. BUT....the receipt that I was emailed for today says I paid $40.00!!!! WHAT???? What is going on here?? VERY DISTURBING. read more

Casey always does a wonderful job here. She is so friendly!! Always happy with my nails after coming here!!

I have come to this salon twice now and each time has been a great experience! Linh was extremely helpful and patient with me as I was trying to understand the color and service I wanted. The inside is beautifully decorated and the service is kind, welcoming and efficient. Loved how my nails turned out!! read more

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I really wanted to like this place, but sadly wasted $80...my dip nails haven't even been on a week and they already chipped. I recommend looking for a different salon where your nails will last longer than a week... read more

I made a last minute appointment for a simple gel manicure for a wedding I was in the next day. The staff was friendly and helpful and the place itself had a nice ambiance inside. However...my nails came out different lengths and weren't even shaped correctly. I didn't ask for anything crazy so I'm pretty shocked that it was THAT bad. Especially for $40 plus tip! Everyone else in the wedding party had such lovely nails, I was embarrassed. I had to re-shape them on my own and trim down the couple nails that were several centimeters longer than the others. read more

Rude, unprofessional, poor quality. Probably one of the worst nail experiences i've had in a long time. I went here because my normal place was fully booked so i decided to try this one. First, The gel color selection was limited and it was very hard to pick out since you have to choose by bottle color, no samples. I asked for one layer of clear dip powder and gel polish on top and the gentleman technician said "just do dip color". I shouldn't have to explain myself for the way i like it done. Next, after asking specifically for ONE layer of dip, he proceeded to do two on my pinky finger and when i asked again for one layer he was annoyed by the request and reluctantly did one layer on the rest. after the one layer he proceeded to grind down the entire layer with the electric nail drill tool which defeated the purpose. There was NO cuticle treatment at all nor hot towel. The shaping of the nails was crooked and i had to request them to be fixed. To top it all off, they charged me $65 for this service. At my normal salon the same exact service is $38. I was going to let it go and just not go back until my nails started chipping not even ONE week later. I called to express my frustration with my service and was directed to the managers boss who completely ignored me. Did not return my calls or texts. I will never be returning. read more

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Don't know why I go in there. theres only one woman in there that cares to do a good pedicure. I was in today. Had a 20 min pedicure. The woman next to me started 15 min before I did and was done 210 min after me. save ur money. Never going bk the owner isn't the nicest person either. read more

One of the worst experiences I've ever had with a nail salon. The technician didn't wear shoes and had on a filthy shirt. She didn't buff my nails and when I asked why, she started speaking rudely in her language to the other technicians, who in turn spoke back to her in their native language while looking directly at me. So appallingly rude! Because she didn't buff the nail there are tiny bumps under the glopped on nail polish. I had to sit under the dryer for 5 cycles to get them even the least bit dry. While I was waiting for my nails to dry, another customer was complaining to another technician about how he painted each of her hands a different color. His response, "that's what it's supposed to look like." The woman tapped me on the shoulder and asked me if they were two different colors. I said, "yes they are and that I would never again return to this place." At that moment another technician said, "It's none of your business!" I said, "she made it my business and you people are the worst!" I don't understand how anyone would ever go to this place. It's awful! Unbelievably rude staff and it's dirty! The woman painting my nails didn't wear shoes! On what planet is that okay. Stay away! There are so many other establishments with nice and professional staff that do a good job. This was a waste of my time and money. read more

Gateway Nails - Picture of the rude woman who said, "It's none of your business." - Nail Salons Near Me - Wayne, Pennsylvania

I was able to get a walk-in right away. Everyone was friendly. My nails do look great however I was hurt a couple different times. My own nail was ripped when taking off my last set. And almost every nail bed is scraped from filing. read more

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I try...I have tried for years.. it's convenient.. that's nice.... Perhaps they have availability for a reason? Made an appt.. 2 manicures and pedicures.. nothing complicated.. when we got there they were very aggressive about our appt.. I never did get my mani.. apparently they forgot and at that point I was just done. I think I am just completely done now. There are so many other options... read more

I uploaded my photo of my wedding nails done by Emmy 4/30/14. She does an awesome job and she's so sweet. Some of the other tech's are hit or miss but overall Gateway does a nice job. The facility is clean and relaxing and fairly priced. The wedding nails were $$$ ($50) because Emmy recommended pink and white as opposed to paint- which I'm so glad I got done because aside from growing out- they look exactly the same today. Normally I go for french a la nail polish ($35) but this was worth the expense for my big day. read more

Gateway Nails - Wedding nails done by Emmy 4/30/14. - Nail Salons Near Me - Wayne, Pennsylvania

This was my first pedicure at a salon since COVID started and my first at Gateway Nails. I was able to book an appointment on a Monday morning and was seated right on time, no wait. Jason did a great job, very safe and thorough. One of the best pedicures that I have ever had! Everyone was pleasant the salon was bright and clean. read more

I'd rate this no stars if it were an option. The ditzy blonde st reception was unfriendly and unhelpful. They are grossly understaffed and quite frankly don't care about their clientele. Never ever ever going back. read more

This was my first time here and when I walked in I asked for gel nails with coffin shaped tips, but then pretty much harassed me to get dip and the woman (Lisa) kept complaining to me that the coffin shape would bend/chip when I know it wouldn't because I've gotten it before (not at this place). I also asked if it would be thin and they said yes, but my nails are so thick and uneven I can't even file them down myself. I also paid $65 for it (way too expensive for a mediocre looking salon). Worst experience I've ever had, don't go here read more

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My nail tech had very gentle hands and good skill in the beginning. I complimented his skill and he clearly took that as a sign to chill out. He ended up doing a terrible job with my french tips; and didn't admit it either. I was charged 45$ for a terrible French tip with no undercoat. I wish I hadn't gotten my nails done. read more

worst nails I've ever got. went for dip nails. was rushed. a guy did them. think Jason was his name. he kept looking around. didnt cut them the same length. I had to ask him to. then after dipping and filing, you would nor wash your hands. nope not here I guess. and they weren't even filed evenly. I had to ask him to fix them and he barely did that. what made me almost walk at. he pushed my cuticles back. WITH HIS OWN F'N NAILS!! I almost lost it. I pulled my hands back. said no. he pulled it and kept going. at the end he said okay you can wash you hands. what ? my nails are horrible. never will go back. read more

Gateway Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Wayne, Pennsylvania

I have tried several nail salons in the area and my favorite is Gateway Nails. I absolutely love getting my nails done by Lin. She's so sweet, thorough and kind. I would recommend this salon to everyone I know! read more

Listen to the reviews. This place is bad. I only came here because I was already at Trader Joe's anyways. The pedicure - the older woman who did my pedicure was sloppy. Polish all over my toes that I had to direct her to wipe off. It makes me cringe to tell someone how to do their job, but at the prices of this place you would expect some better service. She barely scrubbed my foot which I had paid extra for. This wasn't a basic pedicure, y'all. I had to touch the rough spots on my heels (my love of stilettos is dangerous) and show her that it wasn't done. The mani - this man who did my manicure was so proud when he was finished. He did a GEL MANICURE in 15 minutes. You know who does it that fast? Mr. Miyagi and a bad technician. They just can't be done that quickly. The polish pools in corners, dries heavy, and ends up looking chunky instead of thin and streamlined. Yeah, I'm particular about a good gel polish because they're costly - and when done right - last much longer than simple polish. So I was critical. I nitpicked. Sue me. He rewarded that by not helping me pick my bags or shoes up as I made my way to the dryer and choosing to help some other woman. AND THAT'S FINE. That woman must have loved her mediocre nails and I firmly believing in helping those who clearly cannot help themselves. Oh and they only accept cash tips, but there's no sign to indicate that. Who cares anyways, this place is so inefficient that requiring a sign would have been out of character. read more

I wanted to get a manicure and this is just down the street from my office, so I gave this salon a try. I was taken right away. They have a nice selection of nail polish colors. The manicure was very thorough and I even got a little back massage during it. The cost was only $15, which I think is a really nice price. The only downside is that you cannot tip on the card and I very rarely carry cash. I'll definitely be back again! read more

this should be zero stars! Today I had a pedicure with Lilly at Gateway nails. She cut my toe then pretended she didn't understand me when I told her she injured me and I was bleeding. Another woman came over and didn't react when I asked for antiseptic. No one apologized or offered me a free pedicure. This is bad business and very unsanitary. read more

Came in here on a whim with my mom. We got seated for our pedicures right away and both commented on how beautifully they decorated. We also noticed that unlike most nail salons, this one didn't reek of nail polish/remover because they kept the doors open for a nice breeze. This is the first salon I've ever been to where the massage chairs are actually comfortable on "auto massage"! They felt great! I love that they keep the chairs sanitary by covering them with fresh paper before each customer too. They have a huge color selection and you even get a free shoulder massage while your nails dry. We decided this is our new nail salon! read more

I decided to try this place despite the reviews because I was crunched for time, but I'm sorry I did. I went in on a Friday morning. I was taken right back for a pedicure but ended up waiting in the chair for over 20 minutes. Then the woman who seemed to be in charge did almost all of my pedicure before asking someone else to finish me mid-polish. This seemed odd because in 60 more second she would have been done. The pedi chairs are uncomfortable. I didn't feel they fit close enough to the foot rest which felt awkward. The arm rests weren't big enough. After getting home I realized I had polish all over my cuticles and my nails were filed super crooked. I probably could have just done it myself. The women who did most of my pedicure was very apologetic for my having had to wait and there were other customers raving about how much they love it there but I won't be going back. read more

I've been to this place a couple of times. I usually only go here because my fiancée works in the same shopping center. Their gel color selection sucks, they're rude, and don't really do that well of a job. I took my own polish that I had paid for, and the girl had a problem, AND overcharged me. The last time I was there, they made it seem like I couldn't afford to get my nails done there. Fuck that noise! I always tip well, too! I will never go back! read more

I am happy every time I get my nails done. Sophia does the BEST powder dip nails, and I am never disappointed! Clean and friendly atmosphere...I won't go anywhere else! read more

It is rare for me to give a 1 star review but, frankly, I am aggravated. A good friend of mine & I decided to go for manicures on July 3 (The Thursday before a BIG holiday weekend.) After deciding not to go to another neaby salon which was packed (overbooked) and could not see us for about 40 minutes, we took a gamble and came into Gateway Nails. "Oh, this looks nice!" I exclaimed as we entered. A tall blond receptionist hastily asked what we wanted and brusquely informed us that they were very busy (as we expected - and as we could see) We decided to wait, and I took my time browsing the Gel, Vinylux and traditional polish colors. Since a manicure is $14 plus there is a $5 soak-off fee, i figured i'd just get a gel - since that is what I usually get. Gel mani's are $30 here. I wanted to ask about the Vinyluxx - but the lady was so hurried and rude and barked at me to "Wait a minute". She really was unpleasant. So my friend and I left. i really don't think I'll ever go back. We were prepared to spend good money there, too. It's a shame. She lost 2 potential clients. read more

Probably the WORST manicure I've ever gotten. Take your money someplace else! Convinced me (for the sake of protecting my nails) into a gel "powder" manicure. I asked at least 5 times how it's different than GEL... some half mumbled answers. She should have warned that' it's SLOPPY, powder everywhere...end result ? I could have done a better job myself. Oh! And no cuticle push, no hand cream... and nothing to alert me that I needed to sit in front of a fan for 15 min. Nothing like a A GEL! It's a terrible place. Don't waste your time when there are so many other places to choose from. Hope this place closes down to make room for a decent nail salon at the gateway shopping center . read more

The manis and pedis here are the standard you'd get for a strip-mall place and at that price. I generally pick up a quick polish change while I'm there because I'm far too inept to paint my own nails. (I once messed up a manicure WHILE I was in the salon, having the manicure done. Not bumping into stuff in the salon post-mani. DURING THE MANICURE. It is a hopeless situation.) Honestly, I go for the waxing. My chin is a total problem area. Apparently, you hit 30 and become a bearded lady. Speaking of: If anyone knows a circus that's hiring, hit me up. I could really do with cutting my waxing bills. Where was I? Oh, yes: the waxing. I've tried seemingly every schmancy salon and nails-and-wax place in the area, and Gateway is the best. The woman who does the waxing attacks each follicular straggler as if it had personally insulted her mother. She is fast, thorough, and snags even the smallest of hairs with her magic tweezers. Also, there's almost never a wait. No need to make an appointment two weeks in advance -- just show up the day some of the annoying buggers sprout, and you'll be good to go in short order. Seriously, this place is a total face-saver. read more

honestly bullshit. I got my hands and toes done here and the whole experience was ghetto first of all, i was sat down at the pedi seat to get my toes done and they served someone else while i was sitting there for 20+ minutes. then I got my nails done by this girl named mary and she made my thumb bleed. I asked for a discount because my damn thumb was bleeding and she had the nerve to say "no it's okay" Like ma'am how you gone tell me the person that's getting her nails done that it's okay, then not only that she did my nails and the shape was horrible it looked like it was shaped with clay, I wasn't haven't it i was already pissed so I asked them to redo it. THEN they really thought i was gonna pay full price for this shitty as service, you literally made me bleed and acted like it was normal i most def gave myself a discount of 10 dollars since the workers refused to do so. save ur coins don't get your nails done here read more

So I am not the person that cares whether you speak in a language that is most comfortable to you that may be other than English. But this is the first time I have ever felt like I was being talked about. It first started when the woman doing my toes looked over to her coworker, proceeded to talk in a language I am not fluent in, and the coworker looks dead at me and talks back. I let this go. Well, the lady that is doing my toes gets up to get a tool and begins conversation with another coworker on the other end. I look up to find her staring at me! It was so uncomfortable that I asked if there was anything I said or did wrong and was puzzled as to why these women were looking at me. The lady doing my toes says nervously, "Oh no, oh no!" Won't ever be back and I suggest you do the same. There are WAY too many nails shops to frequent this one. Again, please feel free to use your native language, but to do it to talk about customers is unprofessional. Feel free to do it up when I leave!! read more

$25 for average refill. They don't massage your hands & have limited nail color options. This is my if it is an emergency spot but so many better in the area. read more

For me, this place is a total hit or miss so i'm giving it three stars. I take advantage of their manicures, pedicures and get my eye brows waxed. Every time I go, I really never know what I'm going to get. Sometimes, I'll get the most thorough pedicure ever (thank you emmy) and other times it's terrible! I still go back though. They're often times very good, their prices are reasonable and the times I do have a great experience, it's great. I just wish my great experiences weren't tainted by an uneven eye brow waxing or a manicure with the polish all over my cuticles! read more

I'm giving the place 2 stars. I can't decide between one and two, so I'm being generous. I have had mani/peds now with Mary and Donna. And I just think that they are told they have to accomplish so many services in one hour. So they are like robots and work as fast as they can, not necessaryily doing what is best for your nails. Today I got scrubbed up and scratched with the pumice stone. It got to such a point that I kept pulling my fingers away and saying, go onto the next nail. All I had was a clear coat of polish. In the other reviews someone recommended Emmy? Well I don't know if I'm going to give them a third try, but I will remember that name. In their defense I went on a Sunday at 1PM. Their place was full, and they were able to handle me also. If you want a specific color nail polish, bring it with you. The price is competitive with other salons in the area. And no, many of the manicurists DO NOT speak English, so when you have a request , someone who knows English is called over. read more