Visiting from out of state and had a great experience at J Nails and Spa. Great quality and service!

My friend and I got pedicures. I paid $50 for the most basic callus remover one. No lotion, no massage, no hot stone, not even cuticle oil and there's still plenty of dry skin on my feet. The whole service lasted about 15 minutes. My nails dried for about 25 minutes while I waited for my friend and I gave them my card to pay. I said I'd tip $5. The receptionist said that's not 20% I said I know, that's what I want to tip. She argued with me about it so I gave in and paid 20%. When I got in the car the corner of my toe immediately chipped. I'm really unhappy about the service and what I paid. read more

J Nails and Spa - French tip immediately after the service. - Nail Salons Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

Walked in for a gel mani today and was seen by Tray. He was meticulous and did a really good job. They also do a few minutes of a shoulder and neck massage while you wait for the gel soaking which was a pleasant surprise. He also gave me $5 off next time! read more

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Excellent Eyelash Extensions!! Some of the best eyelash extensions I have ever had - - Anna is fantastic!! She took the time to talk to me about what I was looking for and showed me a lot of photos. I was going for a slightly shorter length, but dense lashes. And they came out beautifully! I highly recommend Anna! read more

Best dip nails ever. Jason was a master. patient, listened to my concerns and questions.

I don't usually leave reviews and I'm extremely easy going with nail salons. But sheesh- it's just a waste of money. Got a spa pedicure and the person had to wipe and repaint my nails serval times. After a decent amount of time- watching someone messing my nails up and repainting, a lady kindly jumped in to finish the job. I left with dry feet, thick polish for the price tag of $60. Probably the worst pedicure. read more

I do not normal write reviews... but this was the BEST manicure I have ever had, hands down. The service was impeccable, the women who did my nails was so kind, thoughtful, paid attention to every small detail, and asked questions/listened to everything and even went above and beyond! I cant remember her name, Rachel or Rebecca maybe. Furthermore, my nails have lasted longer than any dip manicure I have ever had. If you are looking for an AMAZING Dip manicure stop looking and go to J Nails. Anytime I am back in Newport I will will make it a point to go to J Nails. read more

Was visiting the area and wanted to get my nails done and this was one of the only places still open until 7:30. I called ahead and was told they had availability for a gel manicure and pedicure that evening. The entire service ended up keeping me there until 8 pm- it was somewhat awkward as everyone was closing up shop and cleaning all around me for the last 30 mins of the appointment. As for the actual service I think it's hit or miss depending on the technician you get. I think I just got unlucky because a lot of the other services going on around me looked better quality. The biggest reg flag is that my technician didn't use the cuticle cutters for either of my services At first I asked for a basic pedicure but then I saw a women next to me getting some kind of treatment that looked like it was getting a LOT of dead skin off, so I asked to upgrade to that pedicure treatment. Once it was my turn, my technician just wasn't able to do it. I'm not sure if she was weak or tired or scared to hurt me but it felt like I was barely being scrubbed. Same with the 10 minute timed leg massage, she essentially just rubbed lotion onto my leg for 10 minutes while I watched other techs really get into it and squeeze, push, knead other people. As for my gel manicure, I had to get my previous gel polish soaked off so they wrapped them in acetone and tinfoil before my pedicure and had my fingers soaking in that for the entire 45+ minute pedicure.. I'm not sure if that's typical but I felt like that wasn't good for my fingers. Lastly, when given the gel color options for my manicure I pointed to the color I wanted- white and said "white". The color she ended up using was very transparent and not what I asked for. When it was time to pay what looked like the manager/owner told me the total "$97". Then verbally asked how much I would like to tip- I think to add it to the total credit card transaction. Then while I was doing some math in my head to calculate a tip, he suggested "20%?".. I typically tip 20% on all nail services, but was considering doing 15% or 18% today. But my tech was standing right next to him when he suggested 20% and I didn't want to be rude. So I agreed and he added $20. Which isn't a huge deal but is a bit more than 20% of $97. The only reason I have 2 stars instead of 1 is because I felt pity toward my technician, even though she did a bad job I think she did the best she could, and maybe the whole salon isn't as bad as the service that I was unfortunate to get. read more

I got a dip manicure with chrome and it was the BEST dip manicure I've ever gotten done. I was in the area for work and decided to get a manicure last minute. I called them an hour ahead to see if they had availability and thank god they did. I'm so sad I don't live anywhere near this place! The nail tech was pleasant, efficient, and handled that e-file like a champ. The manicure lasted me 5 weeks with absolutley no chipping or lifting. The space was clean and tidy. There's enough space with their work stations so that your chair isn't presseing up against anyone else's. Please do yourself a favor and try their services. I hope you are impressed with them as I am. read more

I was on vacation and stopped in for a full set and pedicure. Doris was such a doll, everyone was so nice and they did a fantastic job. Clean, great atmosphere and good music. The price was very reasonable and I love how my nails came out. Really great pedicure which is hard to find and a neck/back massage while you wait for your nails to dry. Definitely recommend. read more

J Nails and Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

Had never been to a nail salon in Newport and got recommended to go to J Nails by many people. Definitely wasn't disappointed! Got helped right away as I had an appointment at 10am. Very understanding and got one of the best nails i've ever gotten done before! read more

J Nails and Spa - Nails that got done. Gel color 153. - Nail Salons Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

I had my nails done today by Jay and he did an awesome job! I had a pedicure as well which was great. I've been having pedis here for years but first time for nails. I had a UV French mani and it totally met and exceeded my expectations and I'm very particular! read more

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Cute little place I found when my usual spot didn't have any room For me and I needed a mani pedi. I loved the attention I received and they did a great job painting my toes and nails. The massage was great as well. I am easy to please as long as my cuticles are cut and clean and they did a great job. Even though it's slightly out of the way I told them I would be back! read more

very happy with my quick manicure this morning! $35 been coming here for a couple months since i moved and will continue to read more

J Nails and Spa - gel manicure - Nail Salons Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

This is the only place I will go for dip manicures on and around Aquidneck Island after trying a bunch of places. They take walk ins, but I usually call to make an appointment an hour or two before just to make sure. They are quick and fantastic while still paying attention to detail. My biggest pet peeve is badly shaped nails and they pay great attention to that and the smoothness. My manicures usually last 3-4 weeks and for $50, I think that's fantastic! Huge shoutout to Vicky and also Rebeccah!! read more

No English spoken an issue if you need or question something Pedicure starts at $ 45 for basic and 99% of polish is an additional & Go to another place read more

I hate to do this, because I've come here a few times now and the guy that usually does my nails does a great job. But the experience I had today ruined the salon for me. The girl that was doing my nails buffed/filed my nails so hard that my fingers are now bleeding. Very disappointed and they hurt SO much. Giving two stars instead of one for my past experiences, maybe I'll go back and just be courageous enough to request to not have the same girl. Update: 12 hours later my fingers are still killing me. read more

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I am new to the area and have been searching for a new "go-to" salon. I believe the gentleman I had to my services is named Harry. He was very polite and courteous. I'm starting to see that it is kind of pricey around the Newport area. I received the classic pedicure and added the French gel polish (extra making the pedicure $50). The classic was good. After the gel pedicure I got a French gel manicure. I don't like they they cut your cuticles dry here (I'm noticing that's the norm around here). Overall everything turned out good. I wasn't a fan of how somethings were done, but everything turned out okay. read more

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they did a good job with my dip manicure! very well done not too thick. I'm from California and they did what I would've gotten out there! call ahead cause they get busy. read more

I went to get gel French tip and the lady made them all different sizes and than said she wouldn't fix it when I came back in

I went in for a powder dip manicure and regular pedicure. The nail tech cut the side cuticle on the sides of my large toe snd made me bleed. She didn't seem too concerned. I was nit thrilled but allowed her to proceed and complete the pedicure. The went yo her area for the powder dip manicure. She didn't listen when I repeatedly told her not the file the sides of my nails inward as I wanted them squared nit pointy or rounded. I paid over $105. With a tip. I won't be going back. Very poor language skills and no one is around to help translate. read more

I had a really nice pedicure with a foot and shoulder massage with a bonus of a massage chair. It was very relaxing, the place is clean and the staff is very friendly. Two thumbs up. read more

Got over charged for basic tips with gel. These are short tips with a plain Gel color nail polish, no design. "EUV Gel" They charged $85 dollars($87 for using card) for my daughter's friend's nail and then put upon themselves to add whatever tip they wanted on top of that. Over 20%. That is not for them to decide. They forced her to pay when I specifically asked to wait until I got back there to pay when they finished. I spoke to someone regarding the payment. If it was not Ok, then they should have told me that in the beginning. They tried to give me 3 dollars back after I questioned them about the money and pricing. Insulting and this is not Ok. Actually there is nothing even on their list for EUV gel for 85.00. Even a French set was cheaper. 20% would made it around 87 total. But they charged 85 then made her pay another 20 dollar separately. Taking advantage of a young lady of color while an older adult wasn't present with her. read more

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Just moved to the area recently and this place was just down the street from me so I decided to try it out since my eyebrows were in desperate need of waxing and shaping. I was able to walk in and get a quick wax done and was out of there in less than 10 minutes! My brows turned out great and $10 is a pretty reasonable price for eyebrows. I'll update my review after I get a mani-pedi done here. read more

I just had a great gel mani/pedi at J Nails and Spa. The lavender pedi was the least expensive, and still included paraffin wax on my heels, callous scrub, a great leg massage and hot stones. Rebecca did a great job on my nails. There was pleasant music and unobtrusive screens. The place had a relaxing feel, without being bougie. If I lived around here, that would be my place! read more

They didn't understand what I wanted and the option I chose they didn't provide everything that was on it. Was very expensive and then there is a mandatory 20% tip requirement. They are good but not that good! read more

Excellent dip manicure. 'He' is the name of the nail technician and he did an excellent job. I will definitely go back!

I was able to get a pedicure without an appointment on a busy Sunday morning. The technician was great; she spent a lot of time and gave me one of the best (foot) massages I've had in a while. I will use them again. read more

I have been going to j nails since it opened... I have recommended it to MULTIPLE people and I can honestly say I will NEVER go there again. I had my nails done on Thursday- full set and pedicure for $100. Not only did they rush and it looked terrible but I called to make a polish change 5 days later to make it look better and they refused to do it once I got there... I told them I would pay whatever just to change the color and as they were figuring whatever out, they booked someone over me while I was waiting there!! Then I finally convinced them to take the color off and put something else on and they rushed again... they took the color off and then refused to put more color on and sent me home and charged me $10.00 (picture below). Clearly don't care about their clients. I would give no stars if I could. Good luck keeping loyal clients! read more

J Nails and Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

Quality of pedicure was good but service was a little off putting. Upcharges for certain colors (not just certain brands) seemed odd. Additionally it was very abrupt service so after the pedicure the nail tech ended and was like you pay now- not even a chance to sit to let dry. Will probably try other locations felt very unwelcome here read more

My first experience was decent. Lily did a good job, but the "politics" of the establishment were annoying. I want one person to start and finish my nails. At the end the nails looked good. Fast forward a few weeks and we've unpacked and I walk down for a mani / pedi. We live about a mile away so I walked down to J's. I explained immediately what I wanted done. Gel manicure / pedicure. They asked about dip powder and I said I didn't mine which one, I can work with either. I was told to sit in a chair for the pedi portion so I proceed to remove my tennis shoes and socks. Remember I walked down, and get gel so tennis shoes are best for walking, right? I sit for a few minutes to be told I get to choose either fingers or toes to be done because they have a party of xx amount of people and just don't have time for both ‍‍. If I come to your establishment and pay you for arrive, I decide what I want done. Not you. He continued to insist I just choose fingers or toes and the rest later. Are you serious? I have a life and event to attend also. Your "party of xx" coming in isn't the knot one. As I said then, I will never return. The way I was treated was unacceptable. Know from the beginning you cannot take me as a customer at this time before I've taken off my shoes and relaxed. It's unfortunate because I truly liked how Lily did my nails. Thank you to the other company who called me Back based on caller ID and was happy take me as a customer. You're further away, so I'll drive! This could all have been avoided had the staff known the pre booked customers and if they owner staffed the location properly. Very unfortunate read more

I received a $69 pedicure at this nail salon 10 hours ago. I called to explain that I was incredibly dissatisfied with this, and sent them a picture. They offered to have me come back to have it done again, or to give me $20 for a color change, but refused to refund me my money. I do not live near this nail salon, nor do I want to return there, so I will not be returning. Do not go to this facility if you want a pedicure to last more than a day. read more

J Nails and Spa - My toes 10 hours after receiving $60 pedicure. - Nail Salons Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

Traveling into Newport for a wedding, I was lucky to be able to get right in for a gel manicure. I was taken care of right away and had Lilly who is an absolute sweetheart! I even got a shoulder rub and some hand wax treatment that made my skin so soft. Loved this place! Will definitely be back the next time I'm in town. read more

J Nails and Spa - Amazing manicure experience! - Nail Salons Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

We had a lovely experience getting mani/pedis here! Appreciated the covid protocols in place, felt very safe. The lavender pedicure spa treatment was definitely worth it! Very relaxing, did not feel rushed at all. Will be back next time we visit Newport! read more

Harry took his time and my powder French nails came out amazing!!!!!! The shape is perfect and the French is beautiful. I will be coming back. read more

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I have been having my nails powder dipped here for a while now. I always wondered if the tools they just took out of the "sealed package" were really cleaned or if it was just for show. Well, I got the answer today. After the tech finished my nails, she took the tools, wiped them off with a small square of paper towel dipped in what I am assuming was polish remover. She then got up walked to the back behind the curtain and got another "sanitary" package. She put the tools in and sealed them up and put them in the sanitizer machine behind the counter ready for the next person. YUCK! Will not be going back. read more

First time at J Nails. My Nail Tech was Jason, I got a dip powder and a gel pedicure. He took his time, was very thorough and did a great job. He asked if I was satisfied and if I wanted him to do something different to tell him. He was very quiet, polite and professional..price was very reasonable. I will be going back to see Jason. read more

Nice people, clean and relaxing space. I've been a few times over the last year, but the quality has been getting worse over the last 3 trips. I got dip polish manicure with tip extensions and they are super uneven and thick and lumpy. They have a policy where you can get the fixed within a week, but I'm not going to bother. Just going to get them removed somewhere else. read more

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Anyone who knows me will know that I am very meticulous when it comes to my nails. I have been seeing the same nail tech for years, but after moving to Newport I had to give up the 45 minute commute to get a fill. After striking out with three local nail salons that did not offer acrylics I finally found J Nails. The spa is immaculately clean, staff are friendly and accommodating and my nails look the best they have in a long time. I am beyond impressed by this salon and will be returning as a full time customer. My nail technician took the time to repair the cracked and half falling off acrylic nails I came in with after waiting too long for a fill and they look good as new. I will attach a picture of my nails below. J Nails, thank you for your exceptional service! read more

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Took one star off only because I called to make an appointment which they had advised me to do and I show up and I had to wait about 30 minutes. Besides that's the service was great. Great selection of nail polishes and the location is very clean. I very much enjoyed the massage spa/pedicure. Very relaxing. It also included hot stones and paraffin wax on my feet and a small massage on my shoulders! I would definitely come back again!! read more

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