Have been going to Ivy Nails since before they were at this location. Have had experience with almost every tech, but Steve does my nails most often. I'm a simple gal, solid color, occasional sparkle accent. The price is great, service and quality equally great. I typically do short almond/rounded shape, and have him go shorter if I'm going out of town. I definitely have my go-to colors. Variety of pictures attached. :) read more

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So if there's one place you will almost never find me in is at a nail salon. My nails usually get ruined shortly after and then there goes money down the drain. My nails are not even that impressive. But anyhow, my friend wanted me to go with her so I said "sure!, what the heck". I'll point out that for some reason I was not able to check into this nail salon and although I was inside the salon it said I was too far away to check in. I tried checking in from the parking lot to see if that would work and I just had no luck with that either. The salon itself was a decent size and lots of tables and stations for a pedicure. It is very neat and the staff is friendly. My friend and I went in as walk-ins and were pleased that we were able to be attended almost immediately. I went for a manicure. One thing I really liked is that the tables are side by side so it made talking with my friend a lot easier and we were both able to get our nails done at the same time. There were TV's playing "Vampire Diaries" so I guess you can be amused if you like that show :-) I chose to get Shellac polish which is like getting gel nails except as a manicure and supposedly this particular polish stays on longer than regular nail polish. The downside I see to this is that you have to stick your hands in a UV ray machine so that it can settle and dry. I would rate this 3 and a half stars if I could. Honestly the lack of stars is mostly due to the price. Overall this cost me $35 before tip and I while I liked the color and overall experience, it looked like something I could do myself, at home. In the lower 48 I've seen Shellac for $25 and with much neater results. I'll still return to this place and maybe try something different next time. In the mean time, this is 3 1/2 stars mostly due to quality and price. read more

Ivy Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

I get regular gel manicures here, they are always so kind, and do an amazing job every single time. There's tons of color options and they do amazing work. They take walk-ins but I make an appointment and they always find a time that works for me. I don't know what the other reviews are talking about because I have never had a bad experience. read more

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I'm not sure what happened today, but I saw the tech take the OPI polish I'd chosen into the back area (but still visible) and pour Elmer's school glue into the bottle and mix it up. Needless to say the polish job is a huge mess. I used to love this salon, but that was before COVID. M ‍ read more

Maggie did an awesome job. She was very friendly & my nails look beautiful. Thank you, I will recommended Ivy Nails to my friends read more

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Had a great experience with Steven. I showed him a photo of what I wanted and he delivered. I loved that he didn't make my nails super chunky. I was hesitant on doing the almond shaped nails per his suggestion. But I'm glad I trusted him because I love it! read more

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Stephen is the best nail tech in Anchorage. I love his work and it's so easy to get a quick fill (and starting at just $20 which is unheard of in Anchorage!) Ivy nails is the most affordable nail salons I've been to, and even better is the most exceptional! BEST spa pedicure ever - if you're looking for a great relaxing foot rub and attention to detail, go here, and you don't even break the bank. read more

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Went with my friend and her daughter for her daughters birthday. Her daughter turned 3. So yes she's going to get bored, squirmish, and talkative. The man doing her daughters nails, kept yelling at her telling her to not move... okay I understand this, so she doesn't mess up her nails, which she did, but come on she's 3, it was just supposed to be fun, it wasn't supposed to be perfect for her nails. He yells at her to 'sit still and to not talk' He yells this a few times, till my friend gave him the eyes. So I would say not kid friendly, but they had their own kids there sitting in the pedi chairs watching Netflix. Oh and not to mention, there was a worker, that was laying back in the pedi chair, that was playing on his phone forever, then napped.... That is totally besides the point though. What I'm pissed about, are the cuts on my hands. I pulled my hand back multiple times because she was hurting me. I get home to see I have three cuts. THREE CUTS FROM A $15 manicure. I wake up this morning, not even 24 hours after having my nails done, and my nails are already chipped. I also watched the nail technician that was doing my nails, clean the skin out of the cuticle cutter..... (not my skin, it was from the person she did before me) Paid $50 for a mani and pedi, and I could of done a better job myself. Never again read more

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I have been coming here for years. I love Steven and his crew! They are nice and accommodating. Best nail place in Anchorage!

Came in here with no appointment and got a deluxe pedicure and full set. No complaints! Maggie did my nails and they turned out exactly like I ask for them. Thin coffin shape, black shellac. ~$95 total read more

Ivy Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

the salon is very corrupt. they manipulate you into buying more items or making you choose something else that cost a ridiculous amount of money. i showed a reference photo, but got something not even close to what i asked for. not to mention when i got a pedicure, i left that salon with aching feet. i even have a infection on my toe because of how bad she did. do not go there unless you want something that you didn't ask for, adding that you didn't know you bought, and an infection and many cuts. -10/10. worst service. read more

Ivy Nails - what resulted when she did my feet. - Nail Salons Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

I had Stephen do my nails Weds night. By Thurs AM, they were cracked at the tips and ALL cuticles were RAW or sliced. I went in Fri to get my $$ back and was told in order to refund, he'd have to soak them off with acetone, which I couldn't do because I still have open sores on my fingers. He basically called me a liar to my face, so yeah...not going back EVER. read more

Ivy Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

I have gone to a few different nail salons around town and I always come back here. I have never been disappointed with the service here. Steven does such an amazing job with my petite nails. I highly recommend Ivy Nails! read more

I absolutely love Ivy Nails. I was looking for a place in town with reasonable prices, safe and clean practices, and careful attention to detail. I also was dying to try out stiletto style nails! The first time I came in Kong did my nails and did an amazing job. He was very careful to make absolute sure that the nails were all exactly the same length and shape. I loved the stiletto! I ended up coming back to get them filed down because I underestimated how hard it would be to type with such long nails. They filed them down and didn't charge me! Today I came back to get fills and Kristen helped me out. She shaped the stilettos so they were even sharper than before and detailed a super cute heart-tip design. I'm definitely coming back to her for nail art! Love this place!! Acrylic full set with gel shellac was only $45. Such a good deal! read more

Ivy Nails - Stiletto heart nails from Kristen! - Nail Salons Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

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Always 5 stars at Ivy nails! I have been visiting Maggie for all my mani/pedi needs and always get exactly what I want. She takes the time to listen to what you want and get the job done right. She is consistent and takes pride in remembering exactly what I like. I'm all set to celebrate the 4th of July after this last visit. Thanks again Maggie for another awesome job!! read more

Ivy Nails - My 4th of July mani with a fireworks accent nail! - Nail Salons Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

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Came in spare of the moment... Not sure why they can't just do what you ask, it's not rocket science, and I'm paying them to do it. Oh well won't be back again. read more

Ivy Nails - Crooked and no I didn't smudge it. - Nail Salons Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

I was in on 11/28/15 and got a pedicure for my vacation in Hawaii. The pedicure looked great and I loved how thorough they were. I was impressed up until this point...the following day (in Hawaii) I noticed my toe was very red and painful. I waited a day, it got worse so I found an urgent care nearby. Turns out I contracted a pedicure infection and had to be on medication for 7 days. The Dr. said I was lucky to have gone in right away or the infection could have spread. . I saw them clean tools with dead skin on them in the same water that your feet are in, drain the water, and have the next client use that tub WITHOUT disinfecting it (which my friend also noted as well). I also noticed one of the women working there had taken her shoes off and was sitting bare foot on the towel in which the next client was instructed to place her feet on. I figured I was just maybe being nit picky but clearly those things matter... read more

I visited this salon for a fill on my gel nails. I will not go back. The customer service was poor, communication difficult and atmosphere not enjoyable. 1. The french tips were crooked because he held my hand crooked the whole time. I tried to tell him and instead of accepting his mistake, he said "you nail grow crooked." He filed it down to try to fix it, but by the time he was done, there was hardly any french tip left. 2. The wall said $18 for a relill. They don't tell you until you are done that it is $25 for a gel refill. 3. The movie they had on in the background was a very violent movie with the "F" word every other word. The nail salon should be a relaxing place to get a manicure, pedicure etc... In my opinion, a little difficult to relax with this type of ambiance. read more

I have been going to Ivy nails consistently for the last 2 years. I have had all of the technicians do my nails over the years, but Maggie is the one I always make my appointments with now. If she can't get me in, I know that Steven or anyone else can always help me out. I have been getting my nails done every 2 weeks since I was 12 years old, so I can say with confidence that I know a good salon when I see it, and I know a bad one when I see it. Ivy nails is *always* extremely clean, the quality of work is always top notch, they are not excessively rough and I'm always in and out in record time. I have never been cut, nicked or been treated like a nuisance to them, even when I forgot to make an appointment and just showed up! I have seen other customers be rude to the technicians and they always handle the customer with professionalism and class. I have never, ever had any of them be short, pushy or rude with me. Maybe that's because I'm polite and don't think that I'm better than someone because I'm paying them for a service. Ivy Nails has a customer for life with me, keep up the good work, guys! See you next Wednesday! read more

The woman who did my French manicure didn't do a great job - nail polish was uneven on most nails. Pedicure was great, but not for the price, and the lady had a grumpy disposition. Overall this place offers services and quality that should be priced at 60% of the current cost. read more

I used to really enjoy this place. I have read so many bad reviews, but every time I went in, they were great. However, this last time I went in my toe got infected, and it is extremely painful. I will not be coming back, nor would I ever recommend this place again. read more

If I could give NO stars I would. Worst pedicure ever, she rushed it acted like I was a pain in her ass , then after telling me they could do my nails and toes she finishes the pedicure n says they closing at 5 so I need to come back?!? Yeah not happening, I had to walk out rushed in those throw away slippers they give u with wet toes. I'll stick to my usual nail place ! they were closed today which is why I came here. Worst experience, shitty service and rude owners! read more

I was super excited to take my daughter to get a mani/pedi for her birthday. They yelled at her not to move (understood) but then they yelled at her not to talk (unacceptable). They treat you more like an assembly line than a customer. I asked a simple question (asking what the spray that goes on your nail is) and they were so rude about it and acted like me speaking was an inconvenience. Cut my friends skin twice. I'll never return. read more

Absolutely the worst nail job i have ever gotten. All my nails are different shapes and sizes. When I asked Steven if I could get them redone he literally asked me "well what's wrong with them" then had the nerve to tell me well you have short nails that's why they came out horrible. He's absolutely rude and arrogant. The nail tech butchered my nail beds and they are so sore ! read more

Ivy Nails - Absolutely HORRIBLE JOB. - Nail Salons Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

They were open on Sunday, which was a plus. Got there a little after 11am. They were able to get us in right away and the place looked clean and well staffed. However if you are on a time constraint, don't get a full set. I forgot how long they take to put a full set. My pedicure was great & the foot/leg massage was awesome. read more

Ivy Nails - Daughter getting a full set & I'm relaxing getting a pedicure - Nail Salons Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

I have been here about 4 or 5 times. Why? I really am done with this place now. It's not good. I really only started going because my go to place tantrix nails relocated to Eagle river and Ivy nails is close to my job so I will stop in after work for a quick fill. I am not a negative person or negative review writer. If I don't like a place I will just not go anymore and wont recommend to others. However, I was so annoyed at my self for giving this place yet another chance that I decided if I can go there that many times hoping for a better experience and not getting one than I need to say something and maybe save someone some money, time, and disappointment. Every time I go the nail tech is extremely rude, does not listen to what I want and as of yesterday when I went and asked for a very simple design ( even brought a picture) told me I'll do the design I want. What? If you can't do it just say so but don't tell me you will do what you want when I am paying MY money. The nail tech's are not well trained or talented at what they do. Just there for a pay check. Also, I always get the same thing but the price is always different. For example one time I paid $18 for a fill and solid color another time $35 for a fill and solid color. I asked why it was so pricey for a fill and the girl said because my nails are long (they were medium in length) so they had to use more polish and because I asked for them to be shaped oval instead of square. Ummmm I don't believe that warrants doubling the price. All in all, not the most talented bunch very basic nail place for basic nails. Not willing to do anything fancy, creative, trendy. A bit too pricey. And overall bad atmosphere by bad attitudes and bad customer service. read more

Hell No I have been going there for a year and the service has become horrible. Crooked nails drilled into my nails bed told Steven acted like he didn't care he didn't. For a fill charged me $60.00 for FILL. Don't Go! read more

My favorite nail salon in town. Steven is my favorite technician. He is always making me laugh. They're all really nice there, and the salon is always clean. Doesn't have the overpowering chemical smell like other salons. Plus, they always do a great job. I have been going here for years and its still great. read more

I just went in tonight and had my nails done by Trang. She's fantastic. She took her time on the leg massage (a huge plus I'm on my feet for 8.5 hours a day) everyone was extremely friendly. They got bonus points when they turned on the football game. I'm a recent transplant from California and while the prices were a little higher than I'm used to I think it's well worth the money. Will definitely be a regular here at Ivy Nails. read more

If you chose to go to Ivy Nails you can expect to be quite pleased with the quality of the service you receive and the price is affordable. Much less than other nail salons I've been to. This is the reason I return there. However if you want a warm friendly nail technician you won't find it there. I am always left with sour unwelcome feeling. For this reason alone this salon doesn't get the 5th star. read more

I have been to 9 places in Anchorage, primarily for nails but also a few pedis. Ivy sis BY FAR the best set of gel nails I have had in Anchorage. read more

I'm in love with this nail salon so much so that I go here probably two times a month on average. It's funny because I think a big part of good customer service is the employees engaging in conversations with their clients and you will definitely find that here at Ivy Nail salon. When you walk in it's in a warm and welcoming environment with updated chairs and nail stations. They are somewhat overpriced on some of their services how over the quality does speak for itself. read more

Great nail studio with very nice staff. Every time I've gone in there, they do a great job on my nails.

They did an amazing job! Just moved up here from Portland and was worried I would not find a good place to have my nails done. They did a great job! read more

I'm extremely picky when it comes to my nails and hair, I've been to several nail salons around town but Ivy nails is best in my opinion. Maggie is sooo good she actually takes her time and really just does an awesome job. Everyone there is really nice and friendly. read more

Getting my nails done is not something I do often but every once in a while I have an occasion that calls for it. I do hair for a living so I have been trained in nails as well. Usually I leave feeling like I didn't quite get what I wanted, but today I was totally satisfied. I tried gel for the first time, I love not having to wait for it to dry! The salon was very clean and they sanitize all their tools in between each client too. Very nice experience. read more

I absolutely love this place for pedicures! They do an amazing job. They're always friendly. The boss is the best! We had the longest conversation last time I was there. read more

Had to get my nails done before starting a week of work in Anchorage. I arrived on Sunday so my choices were limited. I really enjoyed Ivy nails for both a new set of gel nails and a pedicure. Calm atmosphere and both new set and pedi were great. read more

I have been to a couple of places in Eagle River, and the techs WOULD NOT talk to you! This place is great! They do a great job and they remember you and talk to you! read more

They do not accept AMEX, which is mostly the reason for my 4 stars. The place was clean & not too busy. I went in as a walk in for a gel manicure & I was seated right away & had someone who was available. I don't know if it was luck of the draw, but I got Trang & she did an excellent job. She was slow and meticulous and took her time. I hate being rushed & she did an excellent job letting me enjoy the mani & gave a great massage. What I didn't care for was the lack of gel polish choices. They could definitely expand their polish choices. I also didn't care for the other workers who were lounging around not doing much and on their phones and face timing family. I felt like this could have been done in the break room, out of view of customers. I will go here again though, but only try to go to the one technician I had and liked. read more