I rarely get my nails done, but if I'm trying to relax, this is what I do. They are the ONLY nail…read moresalon I want to go to. I get no frills pedicures most of the time with an occasional manicure. I know they have great folks here for the more artistic designs, just look at their Instagram page! They're fast, do a wonderful job, and even do waxing if you need a one stop shop.

The nail salon that I typically go to was closed, so I searched up a salon close by with good…read morereviews to go to. I wanted my nails done for my birthday, so I went. I understand I did a late notice walk-in, but I still expect the workers to give their best. I asked for a shellac french manicure. There's so much area of my nail bed that wasn't covered with polish. Not to mention the polish was not completely opaque. I asked him to round out my nail, but he didn't do much (I understand my nails are short, but there was something to round). The pictures are NOT grown out nails... these are my nails literally the day after. Didn't like my experience, and won't be going back.

Came in for a pedicure. The place was completely empty when I got there, so I was helped right…read moreaway. The place was a little messy, but it seemed like they had just started rearranging things. The chair was comfortable, water hot, and the lady helping me was really nice. Overall, my pedicure was a great experience. They took their time because they were slow, which made the experience even better. The paint job was also really good. The price was reasonable as well, especially for how long they spent. I will definitely stop back in.

I stopped in because I was looking for a chemical free manicure on natural nails. I was on my way…read moreto a different salon down the road. I was greeted right away and the tech was available within a few minutes. The front was very clean and tidy. Things went downhill after that. The work station of the tech who did my nails was filthy - covered with dusty and crust. The longer I sat there, the more I saw and the more frustrated I felt. Tools like nippers for cuticles seemed to have been used on other customers with old cuticle on them. I'm so embarrassed that I didn't get up and leave. The tech used an efile to tear up my nail beds and then buffed them out anyway. This seemed to be a substitute for actually cleaning the old regular nail polish off. The nail polish application was sloppy with the tech applying way too much for each layer. No base coat was used, so my nail beds will be stained now. This tech applied the polish like it's gel and not like it's ordinary nail polish that needs to air dry. It's got bubbles and streaks and is cracking where the top doesn't quite cover the color. Especially strange was that I was asked to pay and tip before my service was finished. I won't be going back and I wouldn't recommend.

I wish I was able to get another mani-pedi there.Closed permanently in January 2024. Great service.read more

Hands down the best salon I've ever been to. First time to this salon.. I couldn't be happier!…read moreTruly a remarkable establishment. Great environment and even better staff. Vicki absolutely slayed my nails. Thank you so very much. You rock!!

Love the quality of the work here never had an issue once when I've gone, just don't be afraid to…read moretell them to slow down if they're rushing. Got exactly what I asked for and left happy, staff was friendly and shop clean.

Great service and good price. Very good location as well. The nail techs were nice guys.read more

They encourage reservations but don't necessarily honor them. Be prepared to wait 20 to 30 minutes…read moreeven with a reservation. Also, the tools are VERY old. The buffer was falling apart and it looked like it had been used on so many other people. I only have a blurry photo of it but I just hope it was sanitized. For a $26 manicure, I'd expect cleaner tools. Other than that, the technician who did my manicure did a nice job.

I have been coming to Tropical Nails for years and appreciate the consistent service. Nikki and…read moreher team are talented, kind, and efficient. I appreciate being able to make an appointment in advance and am always pleased with my nails!

The vibe was lovely... relaxing and peaceful. Tea adjusted herself in order to match my emotional…read moreneeds which she had to guess at but she did so beautifully. She did not know that my mother died just three days ago... even so she read the my needs perfectly. Thank you Tea!

I visited in February 2026 for a pedicure after being invited by a friend (I typically have another…read morelocal salon I go to). Booking was pleasant and I was seated quickly, which I appreciated. However, the service moved much slower than expected -- about 40 minutes in, polish hadn't been applied yet, and it became clear we'd go well over an hour. Since I was short on time, I asked to skip the hot stone portion. I was still charged full price (which I could understand...), plus $5 for gel removal even though I only had gel remaining on half of two toenails. When I got home, I noticed clear top coat had been applied to only one foot. I called about fixing it and was told I could return, but the response came with an attitude. I never made it back in due to my schedule. Overall, I won't be returning. In all my years, I've never experienced some forgetting to apply top coat...Then to charge me add-on fees? An unfortunate, poor experience.

Service was excellent the nail tech was very nice I got a Manicure and pedicure. I also got my…read moreeyebrows done after seeing someone else get theirs done. The quality of the service was amazing. The vibe was very relaxing with nice music playing.

Too overpriced, and guy was really rude and impatient. Payed 150 dollars for two basic setsread more

If you could have a top shelf experience for nails, this is it! It's no frills nail care done with…read morehigh-quality products and skillful attention to detail. I was in Ann Arbor for a few days and wanting to get a pedicure. I'd mentally resolved that I would not be able to get my nails done on a Sunday. However, I went down State Street to grab some lunch. As I exited the restaurant with my to go order in hand, I looked up and saw the nail sign on in an upstairs window across the street. It took me a while to find the right door to go into to get to the nail salon; however, I was successful. You enter in a small door that's nestled between a couple of businesses and have to take the stairs up to the second floor, where Athena Nails is located (along with some other small businesses). I went in half expecting them to actually be closed (despite the sign being on), or unavailable to take me at that time. I have my lunch in hand and needed to be back at my hotel in about 80 minutes. I was shocked when the woman said that she could take me immediately, but I readily agreed. It's a suite space, so there were two pedicure chairs, and 2 or 3 individual nail stations. One pedicure chair was already occupied, so I took the second. I only use regular polish on my natural nails (no gel, SNS, or acrylics). Even though I'd noted this at intake, I had to clarify this once in the chair as the experience seemed, we were headed for gel polish. Once clarified, my nail technician quickly, switched gears and went to collect colors that were close to the shade. I chosen from the options originally provided. I was surprised to see that the regular polishes were all from a luxury brand (Hermès) but it made the slightly higher price I was quoted make sense. I see the experience is no frills, because it was just a straight pedicure. None of the extra add-ons that lots of nail shops offer these days. No paraffin wax or hot stones or scented waters; no massage chairs; etc. The chair did have a basin for hot water to sit your feet in, but it didn't do anything special. The technician cared for my nails, painted them, applied some special oils to them, and then lotioned my feet. I was able to eat my lunch (a salad) as she worked. I got out of there on time to get back to my hotel. Once I got to my hotel, I was able to change clothes without ruining my pedicure. It was completely dry with just the products she used. I didn't need time with my feet under a fan or anything else. Here's the kicker: I am now, two weeks out from this experience, and my polish still looks fresh. My toe nails are just now starting to show the first sign of even growing out the tiniest bit. If I lived locally, I'd patronize this place again and again.

This is a hidden gem of a nail salon on State! I received a basic gel manicure with Alice and she…read morewas professional, kind, and detailed. It was a little on the pricier side but all of the products she used were high quality and the end result was exactly as I hoped. Highly recommend.

Got exactly what I wanted! I saw Periodt and got a shellac manicure and she was so sweet and nice…read more Place was nice and clean! Love my nails

Peridot is official my go to for nails. She delivers every time. Such high quality at a reasonable…read moreprice. I can't find sculpted nails like this anywhere else in town. Great vibes, very clean and a spot with convenient parking.

I went to this nail salon three times and twice now Ieft with a bleeding finger. They rush the…read moreservice and aren't careful when drilling. They aren't very friendly and give you the nastiest attitude when you ask for something to get fixed. I don't recommend.

clean and profestionnal nails tech,price so good at all,relaxibg with pedicure and manicure,read more