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    Idea Nail

    4.3 (138 reviews)
    ModerateNail Salons
    Closed 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

    Services - Idea Nail

    Nail fill-in

    Toe nail fill-in

    Hand nail fill-in

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    Hand and toe nail fill-in

    Manicure

    Manicure and pedicure

    Pedicure

    Nail polish change

    Toe polish change

    Hand polish change

    Hand and toe polish change

    Nail polish removal

    Toe polish removal

    Hand polish removal

    Hand and toe polish removal

    Nail repair

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    Gel manicure
    Nooshin Y.

    I really like this place, the staffs are very friendly and professional and I love my gel manicure The price also very good.

    French gel manicure
    Carolyn C.

    Loved my mani/pedi! It's now called Flaire Nail. They took a lot of care. I have this weird nail on my toe, and it usually hurts or is very uncomfortable at best, but Stephanie took great care and it didn't hurt at all. They know what they're doing. Pushing back the cuticles wasn't even noticeable, which I normally hate. Fung also did a great gel French manicure with such steady hands and hand painted the daisies. They obviously have a lot of steady customers, as evidenced by people who stopped by while I was there. I will definitely be going back.

    Cassidy L.

    So they aren't called idea nail anymore, but they are terrible whatever their name is. First, when I went in there, they immediately started helping me and left the girl who was in there before me completely by herself. They did my entire nails while they made her sit and wait with the foil on her nails, which I'm sure burned her for 30 minutes. I got the SNS powder dip manicure. The color on the nail was definitely not the color I picked, and while they did three layers on my right hand, they did only two on my left. What made me the most angry was that the lady was completely flabbergasted when I asked her if she could clean her tools first. It's like it never even occurred to her to use clean ones. The place itself was a mess and very disorganized. Also, my nails look horrible. The shape is inconsistent, the color isn't opaque on some nails, and all the nails have a bumpy texture. On top of that it was very expensive -$55!

    Jordan C.

    If I could leave a 6 star review I would!! Every worker at this salon is so kind and welcoming. They did an amazing with my dip powder chrome nails, I LOVE them! Not only do my nails look amazing they are very well done. Cindy took the time to file them to perfection, doing extra work to make sure they last until I come back again. And you HAVE to get the Spa Pedicure when you go. It is so relaxing, I felt like a pampered princess. They put lotion on, remove callus's, put something special on your heels, and you get a 10 minute leg massage. They also will match your toe color to your nail color perfectly. On top of all that their prices are extremely reasonable. I did a lot of searching around the neighborhood for a nail salon, as I am very particular about my nails, Flaire aka Idea is by far the best. Perfect nails, fair prices and wonderful people. What more could you ask for?? I will be back next time and all the times after that too! I will definitely be a forever customer

    Jennifer B.

    Love these ladies! They do excellent work and are the sweetest! If your into nail art they are super talented too! Prices are great and the mani pedis are solid! My first gel mani lasted 17 days (I could've pushed it a little longer too) and my pedi is still going strong! Go see them, you'll enjoy the whole experience and your nails will be beautiful for weeks!

    Gel French mani pedi
    Kayla C.

    I came here because the reviews were wonderful and I was looking to find a nail salon that was in the neighborhood. The ladies who run this place are very friendly and nice and provide excellent service. I felt very comfortable and truly pampered and i love my nails

    French sns on natural nails
    Ama E.

    I got my nails done and got sns great service! Please come here if you would like perfect French

    Gel French manicure
    Rebecca P.

    Went in for my first appointment 2 weeks ago, and as someone else in the reviews called out, this place is a gem! The two ladies working there are superb, extremely friendly, and welcoming. They now have me as a loyal customer. Cindy did my gel manicure and did the trendy French manicure with a color. Not only was I obsessed, I received so many compliments.

    Tania K.

    They are simply the best. I work as a model and they are veryyy good! My nails need to be perfect for photoshoots all the time and i am always pleased with results.Great manicurists and amazing atmosphere in the salon.I would highly recommend them to anyone who is on Upper East Side

    Jessica L.

    I dont want to write a bad review but I feel obligated to. I came in for a gel manicure but the lady convinced me to do powder so I thought why not since it's the holidays and I'm going on vacation. Its my first experience doing powder and honestly it was far from ideal. When she was using the e-file to smooth my nails, she cut into several of my cuticles. Beyond that, the my nails were not smooth and there were random black specks on some nails. It was definitely not worth $75. Honestly there's just so much cheaper and better options in the city. 2 stars because there is a really nice lady there who checked on me (and my bleeding nails). The lady who did my nail never apologized or asked if I was okay.

    Simple manicure - very sweet staff
    Angeleena M.

    Cindy, Fong, and Sue were all amazing and accommodating to take me as a walk-in for a pedicure and manicure. I also did a 20 minute massage and purchase a base coat to help strengthen and grow my nails all for $72! The customer service is what will make me return. Many nail places consist of people who don't talk to you and make a person feel uncomfortable but these ladies made me feel welcomed. Would recommend I look forward to getting my eyelash extensions and eyebrows done this Saturday.

    Gel nails

    Just went for the first time. The two ladies working there could not be nicer. They let me take my time choosing my color and change my mind to include two more. I showed the owner a photo and she found me colors to match. The lady doing my nails asked me every step of the way if I liked how my nails were looking. Gel nails are $35 which is great for NYC and they have tons of colors and brands to choose from (I have a mix of OPI, CND and wave on my nails bc of the colors I wanted). Highly recommend *additionally she made sure to ask the man next to me kindly but firmly to put his mask on which I greatly appreciated because not everyone will

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    I love this place! The staff is super friendly, and they do a great job! I got a gel manicure and will definitely be returning.

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    My absolute favorite nail salon on earth!!!! I got the best mani and pedi and brow wax

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    Colome Nails

    4.0(264 reviews)
    1.8 miMidtown West
    $$

    Tucked away above the bustling streets of New York City and just across the street from Madison…read moreSquare Garden, you'll find Colome Nails. It was a short walk from our hotel and solidly recommended from other Yelpers. This cozy second-floor nail spa is a great little escape when you need quick, reliable service. They offer manicures, pedicures, and waxing, and walk-ins are welcome, which was perfect when I needed a gel fill before an event. Julie took care of me, and she was exactly what you'd expect from NYC: fast, efficient, and focused. Every stroke was precise, and while she wasn't chatty, her skill spoke for itself. The spa isn't the most spotless I've ever visited, but it's definitely hygienic, and I felt well cared for the entire time. I usually go for a classic, neutral look, and Julie delivered beautifully. My nails came out clean, polished, and event-ready. If you want quality work without the fuss, especially in such a convenient location, this place is a solid choice.

    Probably one of the worst service I've received…read more I'm from OC/LA and I think we have some of the BEST nail salons. Being here in NY has always been a mission to find high quality work. I came here with detailed requests but READY with photos and she did nothing like I asked. I got a french pedicure. I showed her a picture and asked her if she had the same base color, she went on a different spectrum. I told her I wanted a really square shape, she disregarded that. And what annoyed me is she didn't even clean under my nails! She gave me literally a one minute massage because she was trying to rush out and go home. They charged me $30 more than I do at home for literally MEDIOCRE work. When I tipped her (decently but also didn't have to) she didn't even look at me or say thank you. It was pretty damn rude. I ended up going home and cleaned under and filed my own damn toes! Would not recommend this place!

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    Nams Nail Spa - Clean. Custom. You   From soft pink to detailed designs, every set is made to match your style  Hell's Kitchen NYC Walk-ins welcome

    Nams Nail Spa

    4.3(349 reviews)
    1.6 miHell's Kitchen, Midtown West
    $$

    They renovated whole space. Looks so much bigger and fengshui vibes. Service are great and amazingread more

    I've been coming to Nams for over 7 years, and I've always loved the vibe here... from the zen…read moreBuddhist music, food and drink offerings, massage chairs, and friendly service, to the clean air and the fact that the owners are always present. It truly creates a relaxing atmosphere. However, I've noticed that the quality of the mani & pedi has declined over the years, which has made me hesitant to return, even though it's in the most convenient location for me. These days when I returned, it's just for last minute color change to avoid more damage. I referred a friend to join me for a mani/pedi once, and she also mentioned that while the ambiance is great, but the owners should get their own mani & pedi done by their technicians, which I completely agree with. While I usually don't like getting my cuticles pushed or cut, I really appreciate that they respected that preference. However, when it comes to removing polish, it's done very recklessly with a lack of attention to detail. On several occasions, they've scraped the skin around the nails--sometimes cutting it to the point where it bled and required a bandage. When I mentioned this to the hostess after she asked for feedback, she dismissed it by saying I have sensitive skin. Since when is it normal for skin to be scraped during a mani/pedi? Additionally, I've had gel mani here twice in a row, and the technician over-shaved to the point where my nails ended up paper-thin that I have to ask the technician to apply extra coats to make up for it. One time, the technician even touched my skin with the machine that is used to shave the gel polish off. I've also had my skin scraped during pedicures, which is concerning. Every time I get a gel mani, within two weeks, the polish would start to lift on the cuticle side, which shows a lack of precision during the application. My friend got a regular mani & pedi here, and one of her nails chipped within a day. While I still love the atmosphere and the owners, the decline in the quality of the services, especially regarding polish removal, nail care, and attention to detail, has made me hesitant on coming back.

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    Fingers with bleeding cuticles.

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    Nail Me Right Nail Salon

    3.3(15 reviews)
    1.7 miMidtown West, Hell's Kitchen

    I visited this place twice. The first time, I received a gel X extension. However, when I returned…read moreto have it removed, the technician didn't know how to properly take it off. As a result, my nail was damaged during the process. It's crucial to remove gel X correctly to prevent damage, and I don't understand how they can offer this service without knowing how to remove it properly. They also didn't even try to provide a discount due to the damage, which reflects awful customer service

    3.5-stars rounded up for this newly launched family-owned business that is working to offer a…read morewelcoming, courteous, and low-key though professional, affordable and stylish self-care experience to its clients. The interior design of the space is what pulled my attention when walking up 9th Ave. It is chic yet accessible and never approaches being or feeling gaudy. Very clean look (and space). Great color palate used. Very comfortable chairs. Good use of white space accentuated with green angular paint and golden decals and other ornamentations, all done minimally and with purposeful placement. Carmen (my nail tech) made good efforts and took obvious care to give me a nice buff manicure, all for only $27 (+ a small amount of tax). No nips or cuts. No pain. Textbook technique. Picked up well on when I wanted to zen out to the aura of the space and the well-curated spa playlist vs when I was open to a little nail tech kiki. Loved the sugar scrub they use for the hand massage. I take ownership for not getting the pre-cuticle work nail soak as part of the provided service. IMO, if a nail salon doesn't automatically incorporate the soak into your mani, you as the customer should speak up when the softening gel is pulled out and before it is applied. If they don't offer it? That's another thing. But I didn't test those waters and cannot speak to Nail Me Right (goodness gravy I love the business name!). So, keep in mind if the soak is your thing. They were very accommodating from the moment I arrived until I left. So I have a hunch this request wouldn't be a problem. Same with the end result. You as the customer are responsible for checking your nails / hands / feet / whatever before ending the appointment. I was late for my next appointment and did not, later seeing I would've like a little extra work done where the far end of nail edges meets the finger and a shinier buff applied. Again, I am quite sure Carmen would have accommodated had I done my part and spoken up before leaving. Still, I woke up the next morning to those slight extra bits naturally working themselves out (which points to the moisturizing measures NMR applies being of good quality), and my hand looking nice. I plan to pop in next time I'm in the area and in the market for some nail / hand / foot love, and hope you'll consider doing the same to support this family and what they're working to bring to the neighborhood.

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    My nails the night of the removal :(

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