Happy Nail

I had my nails filled at the last minute. I do not live here and was going by reviews on the web…read more I'm from the "other" Portland. This is the nicest set of nails I've had in months. The technician took his time, paid attention to detail and the price was perfect. I highly recommend this salon.

First time here for a basic pedicure plus callous removal. It was very clean, the service was…read moreprofessional, and it was $40 total. Will definitely return!!! Great job!

Sorry I didn't get my Tech's name as she did an excellent job!

So good!!!!

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French Tip Acrylic Set

H&E Paint Bar

4.3(61 reviews)

1.6 mi•East Bayside

Grab a friend and take care of your hands and feet. They will treat you right. Best pamper day…read moreever. Book some time now. Men or women. You will not regret it.

This friendly spot has become my go-to for my mani-pedi: worth paying a bit more to spend time in a…read morerelaxing space that's casually stylish and yet laid-back, with the nicest staff who always do a great job. I'm still a traditional polish gal (no gel or dip for me), but they do it all here! I usually bring my own polish, but they also have great in-house options including standbys like OPI as well as a niche brand or two, including the quick-drying vegan brand Dazzle Dry (a $10 add-on, but this stuff really does last). You'll never feel rushed here; when you arrive you'll be asked if you'd like a coffee, tea, or glass of bubbly. Every aesthetician here I've worked with has done an amazingly thorough clean-up job along with exfoliating and massage, and in particular everyone does an amazing job with my nail tips to the extent that I usually get a week's wear on my nails, which I keep pretty short and bang around on the regular. Practicalities: you'll want to make an appointment--they do book up, and chancing it on a walk-in might not be an option. And parking on the street and in the lot across the street is metered and it's close enough to the Port to be monitored, so don't skip paying up.

Your feet need love too

Cheers

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Shimmer

Oasis Nails and Spa

4.4(49 reviews)

0.9 mi•Oakdale

I needed an emergency manicure right before my wedding, and Oasis Nails delivered. Leah was…read moreextremely nice and got me in last minute, and Laura did a great job fixing up my nails. On an extremely stressful day, I had a wonderful and quiet 45 minutes at Oasis. Can't recommend enough!

I wanted to treat myself while in town. Staff were very kind and professional. Nice quiet vibe and…read moreright on Forest Avenue! I asked for a French manicure and she got me right in. I would love to find a place that does the mani/pedi at the same time AND offers a shoulder massage. There was a great spot in Houston that did this. Ten bucks for a ten-minute shoulder massage? Yes, please!

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The decor here is so nice!

Apsara Nails

4.6(50 reviews)

2.2 mi•East Deering

Wonderfully friendly staff and owners who do excellent work. Sunny is a gem. They feel like family.read more

We had pedicure appointments at 10 am on a Sunday morning and the salon was full except for the two…read morechairs reserved for us. We made appointments here because my friend had heard good things and I was happy we did--I doubt we would have gotten in otherwise. We were greeted promptly and our chairs were prepared as we were choosing our colors. There was a positive, friendly vibe with the mail technicians and other customers. The salon itself was clean and the nail technicians did a neat and thorough job which included hot towels, leg massage, etc. We were there for an hour, start to finish, including drying. I will absolutely be back, and perhaps try on a weekday morning when it is less busy. The word is out--Apsara nails is the place to go for a nice pedicure!

Milky pink gel / acrylic manicure

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Nails by Thida

Get Nailed Beauty Lounge

4.8(20 reviews)

2.8 mi

I made an appointment with Nancy the other day and trekked over during a snow storm for a manicure…read more It was easy to find the location and I lucked out with a 1 hr parking spot right down the street from the State theater building. They've built an adorable oasis in the old state theater building looking down on monument square! The staff is super nice and they have an adorable waiting area! I got Chrome nails for my trip to California and they came out so well. Nancy knew exactly what to set me up with! It was fun hanging out with them while I got my nails done and my manicure is holding up so well. Nancy made my nails look brand spanking new! I'll definitely be back to get my nails done AND hang out with these gals :) Go to Get Nailed Beauty Lounge for one of the best manicures in town!

Nancy did a great job! Very cute and matches the reference photo I showed her. A little expensive…read moreoverall but I'd say worth it!

Dust embedded in gel polish after curing

Separation of gel polish

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Separation of gel polish

Portland Nails

4.7(23 reviews)

1.4 mi•Deering Center

Best pedicure I've ever had and a huge part of it was the leg/foot massage! She really took her…read moretime to make me feel pampered and relaxed. I had such a pleasant experience. Very reasonably priced too. I would highly recommend!

I work outdoors and can frequently be found outside on the weekends. My feet need a little TLC, and…read morePortland Nails was just the thing. They took the utmost care with my nails. I didn't feel rushed, and they took care with every step of the process. I can't recommend Portland Nails enough, and I'll be returning regularly to maintain my nails.

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Nine Stones

4.5(145 reviews)

1.6 mi•East Bayside

•$$$

This place is great! They offer the full spa experience with comfy robes and a sauna to try out…read morewhile relaxing. I especially love their pedicure services because they use single use, or sterilized tools to maintain clean standards that are lacking in most other pedicure places.

I received a Radiance Renewal Micro-Treatment with Jill, which is a 40 minute peel suited for all…read moreskin types. Arrive 15 mins early to put on your robe and sandals, wait in the lounge area with complimentary water and tea, before heading back to your pristine and dark treatment room. Service was professional and friendly, the treatment felt great and relaxing, and the facilities at Nine Stones are unbeatable!

Beautiful, comfortable, relaxing spa!

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Relaxing, waiting for my appointment

H&E Paint Bar

4.0(46 reviews)

1.2 mi•Old Port

I just found another place in the area that offers Dazzle, which was the main reason I continued…read moregoing to H&E. I'll be making the switch! I've been to H&E many times over the past five years, and unfortunately, I've consistently found the environment to be very gossipy and immature. At times, the way employees interact with one another feels more like a high school environment than a professional workplace, which can make the overall customer experience uncomfortable. The quality of service has also been inconsistent. There are a few employees who are genuinely great, but overall, I haven't felt that there's much effort to go above and beyond or provide the level of customer service I would expect. After five years, I'm ready to take my business elsewhere. Bye, H&E!

My friend introduced me to H&E as a present for my wedding and now I realize the importance of good…read moremanicures. So relaxing when you get there. And even as a guy you can fit right in. They take care of you, fingers to toes if you want. Highly recommend the pedi and massage. Wow!! Staff is so nice and they do a great job to make you look great. I might have had some fun last time and had them paint my toes gold for my beach vacation. This time was just a mani with a buff.

French gel manicure

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Eddie's Nails

4.8(32 reviews)

0.7 mi•Libbytown

First time at Eddie Nails and I'm honestly so impressed. Everyone talks about how good their work…read moreis (and yes, my nails look amazing), but what stood out to me was how comfortable they made me feel. It was clean, calm, and just easy. They were friendly without being over the top, and I never felt rushed. As someone trying a new place, that really mattered. I can see why people keep coming back. Definitely won't be my last visit.

Very nice folks. Easy off street parking. My nails always last a long time. They are very…read moreparticular and perfectionists which I love!

Gel nails with leaf design

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Dip French Manicure

House of Nails

4.6(73 reviews)

2.8 mi

My 9yo daughter wanted to get her first professional salon manicure. Initially we tried another…read moreplace but it was crowded and the vibe was off. Came here instead and immediately felt .. good vibes? The space is large, clean, and organized. I've never had a manicure myself so I didn't really know what to expect to be honest. But they were so warm and welcoming and there was a big selection of glittery kid-safe polishes. The tech cleaned, shaped, and colored my daughter's nails with care and efficiency. She was delighted by the experience. We will definitely be back, I am sure.

Love the new location and space. Great setup with pedicure chairs lining the walls and nail…read morestations in the middle. Everyone is so nice here.

Current menu with prices!

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Back lounge area

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Nic T.

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13 years ago

Julie B- I find it curious that you all of a sudden developed a problem and couldn't take personal responsibility for it? You have ZERO proof that you picked up a fungus frm this business! How can you slander a business for something you can get from having sweaty feet!?! Is it curious that I live an hour away...and can DRIVE? I do live n NH. If you look at a map....nevermind, why suggest it? You are just out to cause trouble for hard working people. Like any business n the service industry, it is at your own risk. I hardly think you should be blaming a reputable business for something such as a fungal infection that has a number of possible causes. But suit yourself. I have been going to this establishment since it opened. I have watched them clean. They don't want complants! They offer great service in one of the most clean salons I have ever visited. Highly recommend! read more

My E.

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2 years ago

ZERO STARS! Kay is a selfish greedy unprofessional running on FRAUD. She ruins nails permanently, she screams at random customers chasing them out the door for money if they need to step outside - much to all of our horror and surprise, she is why our local neighbors should be doing this work, not her un-own bad business ethics and crew expecting to take money from us without speaking a word of English. "Hello, please and thank you" are very simple to learn. Why not? I learn to speak it respectfully wherever I go as a courtesy. Kay's incredible greed and overall mis-management of the "staff" are reprehensible. Even compared to the worst holes in the U.S. It's filthy. Don't go. Tell everyone to stay away and stay safe and save your nails from permanent ruin. Her idea of Buddha is looking away, in shame, for the way she mistreats people. read more

Tabatha M.

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12 years ago

I have been going to happy nail in Portland for 5 years now! They never have once dissatisfied me! They are always cleaning up after every customer! They are very loyal to their regulars and always happy to have new customers. They know me very well in there! My nails always look nice after seeing them! I highly recommend this place to anyone. If you're dissatisfied with their service you probably weren't really nice to them! They're always asking how I am, how my mom is, etc. They really get to know you! It's very welcoming in there. Love these girls! read more

Michelle D.

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13 years ago

Always very kind and very professional, I have been going to Happy Nails for years and have never had a bad experience. I love the colors they offer for nails and their services are very reasonably priced. The scalp massage with shampoo and conditioner is such a delightful treat after a hard days work. I would not hesitate to recommend Happy Nails to my friends and family as they never disappoint! read more

Esperanza K.

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1 year ago

So good! Came here with a friend and the workers were so efficient and attentive to what we wanted and made sure to follow with questions just in case! I got medium sized nails work French tips and a flower design and it took a little over an hour and 30 or so! The ladies doing our nails were so sweet! Really great place for manicure and pedicures. The vibe overall was great! read more

London M.

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2 years ago

What I asked for vs what I got. I asked the man to make the tips a bit longer and the nails more round and it was perfect! The man who did my nails was nice and so were the lady's there. They gave me a free nail file and buffer very clean and organized environment 5 stars! read more

Shanna S.

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1 year ago

service was wonderful! They squeezed me in before they closed on Christmas Eve, they helped me fix a bad acrylic job from Miami, were patient and real, gave me advice on nail color when I was struggling to decide, and it was a fair price! I will be back! read more

Michelle L.

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5 years ago

Most def a 5 star. So polite, so gentle and they didnt rush at all. My nails cake out EXACTLY like how i wanted them to be. Will keep going for sur3 read more

Lyly O.

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7 years ago

Super friendly and clean! I've been going here and I love the way my nails have turned out. I definitely recommend coming here

Jessica M.

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3 years ago

I have been coming here for years I love everyone who works there and their service is amazing ! I will never change places

Jessica D.

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11 years ago

Getting a mani pedi I absolutely love this place and the girls here amazing!! This is the only I place I go to them done!!

Blair P.

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12 years ago

The employees here couldn't be nicer and my nails look great! Awesome stop for a mani/pedi :)

Bonnie C.

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5 years ago

The staff was nice, but they cut my toenails WAY too short. Will not come back.

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