I've been going to Cassie for about two years now and I followed her from KA Studio to here! The salon is absolutely GORGEOUS and so spacious! I ended up getting my proposal and engagement party nails by her so I had to come get my wedding nails done by her as well. She did not disappoint! Every time she does a set, they last so long and they look exactly like the picture inspo I showed her. I got a pedicure with my MOH and a full set and they were so kind and patient with us both. Obviously a little pricey but for the quality you're getting, you might as well go to a place that knows what they're doing. read more

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TLDR: DO NOT COME HERE FOR DAZZLE DRY, spend your money elsewhere! I booked an appointment here for dazzle dry manicure and pedicure, about $15 above the average price in the area. When I arrived, I saw to my dismay they had a much more limited array of dazzle dry colors, so I had to compromise on a toe color that was an off red when I wanted a more classic red. It was hard to tell though how off, as the space was dimly lit with blue white light that made it hard to picture what it would look like in sunlight. I unfortunately do not know the name of my nail technician, as on the reservation it said a female name but he was a man. My pedicure and manicure ended up being much faster than at other places, and as he started my left hand a female technician came up and started chatting and they just continued to talk the rest of my appointment. My manicure was a light color and I was outside I realized the thumb was not only very clearly not even layers, but it also had ripples. I unfortunately did not take a picture, but by the time I was able to come back five hours later I also realized there was multiple pin prick holes on my left hand nails; which means he likely did not know how to apply dazzle dry and put the layers on too thick and without drying, which already did not look great and also meant they were likely to chip further within a couple days. When I came back and asked them to redo the hand, they insisted I be seen by the same man as before despite me asking for someone more experienced with dazzle dry. He redid my thumb but refused to redo the other nails with holes other than to put clear. While the thumb looked better, it still had either a crack or a dark hair or something and still wasn't even. At this point I asked if they could just refund me the $20 for dazzle dry as I was going to need to repaint it soon but respected they had done the rest of the manicure/pedicure and they said absolutely no refunds. They finally gave me someone else who actually did fix it, but this meant my second trip took forty minutes, which was really upsetting because I had paid for dazzle dry as I was busy and wanted something that would dry fast and last a longer time. I have attached photos of fingers after the SECOND ATTEMPT. He also did not file my big toes evenly, they still had bumpy edges. read more

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Was in desperate need of getting my nails done. Never been here and they were open on New Year's Day! It's a beautiful and clean place but I had the worst powder/dip nail experience ever. My guy was very nice but I think he may of been new. After doing the final clear coat there was some type of weird residue or grainy look underneath. He noticed it and started filing all the color off and trying to redo. They still ended up gritty looking and thick, my thumb nails looks like a chicklet candy lol! I'm too nice, I gave him a tip and thanked him . This week I will quickly call my regular shop and hope my person is back from vacation. read more

Kiara Nail Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Evanston, Illinois

This is my second time here and I love it! From the experience to the quality you get, this salon has it all. I get dip manicures and gel pedicures and each lasted me 4+ weeks. I did have to come back to get my mani fixed (I got french and it started to chip a couple days after I initially got it done) but they had no problem fixing it for free and it lasted 3+ weeks after that (: The salon is spacious and clean and plays good music. I highly recommend! read more

Kiara Nail Spa - Dip manicure - Nail Salons Near Me - Evanston, Illinois

My nails are exactly what I wanted! I'm obsessed. I didn't have to wait long as a walk-in, they were knowledgeable and up front about their prices, and the supplies used were clean and sterile. Will definitely be back! read more

I booked here because the salon's aesthetic is absolutely gorgeous -- elegant, modern, and upscale. They also do waxing in addition to nails and I'm having a big ceremony for my ten year marriage anniversary in a few days so I needed a full face waxing. The receptionist, Rebecca, is the highlight of this establishment - she was warm and welcoming, but no one else really was. My French ombré acrylic set turned out beautiful for my vow renewal ceremony in Hawaii. The nail tech was quick and clearly talented. Unfortunately, the rest of the experience didn't live up to the price tag or the atmosphere. My pedicure felt rushed, my brow wax left me disappointed with uneven results (professional photography and uneven brows? Can't tell you how disappointed I am even after having her fix them twice, they're crazy uneven). The overall vibe from my nail tech was polite but not genuinely friendly -- just 'nice enough' to secure a tip. When you're paying $80 for nails alone (acrylic full set with French ombré), plus parking, plus a 3% fee to use your debit or credit card, it leaves a bad taste in your mouth. I'd expect some hole in the wall that was holding on by a thread to charge this type of fee, but a place like this? Super cheap and shady. I'd rather go to a less upscale place with friendly, genuine service than be surrounded by luxury furniture and cold attitudes. The space has so much potential, but the service needs to match the setting. I have to go to a second place now to fix my eyebrows which means more money is to be spent. For a full face wax, acrylic full set, and non chip pedicure I paid $200 (including a $30 tip - $10 for each service. I usually tip much more but when the services are so pricey and $6 goes to a "conversion fee" for using a card, you can't tip as much as usual). Maybe if my eyebrows didn't look like I did them myself and I received more sincere interactions I wouldn't feel so dissatisfied but that wasn't the case. The space has so much potential, but service and sincerity need to match the setting. For these reasons, I cannot recommend this salon. read more

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Saw them many times on the Gram and FB. I finally booked an appointment. The location is on Chicago Ave. in downtown Evanston it is across the street from Whole Foods (east side of Chicago Ave.). I was surprised at how large the salon is. Has an open space of ample manicurist stations. Has like 5 pedicure rooms with 12 chairs per room. So large enough for a wedding party to get nails glammed up. The price difference between a regular pedicure and no chip is $25. The prices are a bit pricey compared to my regular shop prices. But if you like or are looking for a large newer shop I recommend. read more

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Cassie is amazing! I followed her from her previous salon and have been a fan ever since. Her attention to detail is unmatched. She's always so kind with her time and helps me decide on fun designs when I have questions. Everyone here at the salon is always so nice and cheerful. The salon is CLEAN. can't emphasize that enough. read more

Kiara Nail Spa - Fun design by Cassie - Nail Salons Near Me - Evanston, Illinois

My daughter's first time here after getting many recommendations from friends. Very friendly staff, nice space, and the manicure turned out beautifully! read more

Kiara Nail Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Evanston, Illinois

Cassie does an incredible job every time! My favorite nail salon! So worth the drive from Logan! read more

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What you want is what you get. For quality, price, and service-- this is the best nail salon i've been to ever. Great location in evanston near the campus and surrounded by great restaurants. Perfect idea for galentine's day. I was very nervous as this is my first time getting nail art and wanting to preserve the length and quality of my nails, and this place did not disappoint! Truthfully i was a little late for my appointment, but they had no issues at all and were very kind and understanding. They offer you drinks and snacks upon entry which is always a plus! The salon is sooo gorgeous, neat, and clean. Seeing the long wall of all the polishes they have felt reassuring that whatever my reference photos is-- i will get. Their techs are so talented and precise. The layout is so wonderful for a group or if you want to get your nails done with someone. I saw friends, couples, sisters, and mother-daughters getting their nails done together. All the nail techs were super kind and helping each other out, and all the other customers were very happy. My nail tech was Miguel and I am very satisfied with my nails and the care he provided. I got pink cat-eye on my natural nails, and mentioned that i want to preserve my natural nails. Miguel then did builder gel to support my natural nails from breaking or snapping. One of my nails was previously broken from manual labor, and so he put a gel tip on top of it to protect it while still giving me the length that I want. He was very thorough and kept checking his work, ensuring good quality. He was very vocal in making sure that every step from filing, to curing, to shaping, to painting, and even post-manicure lotion was to my liking, and i had no issues at all! Great nail tech! will be coming back again for sure and i so look forward to my next nail appointment because i feel so good about myself!! thank you kiara nail spa and miguel! read more

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Truly incredible hand sculpture charms by technician Mihn. Honestly won't ever be going anywhere else! And a really great price compare compared to a lot of other places I've gotten that do 3-D design designs! And to remove my old set and do everything related to the new set was the fastest I've ever had done. AMAZING place and staff. Everyone is so welcoming and helpful. 10/10 experience! read more

Kiara Nail Spa - Gel x nails with 3d designs - Nail Salons Near Me - Evanston, Illinois

The interior is nice and the people are nice. It is Really expensive though. I went to another salon that was basically half the price for more intricate designs. Also started chipping a day into having them. Taking them off they left my nails really weak and dry. Would not come here again read more

Kiara Nail Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Evanston, Illinois

Best nail salon I've ever been to! Recommended to all of my friends. Beautiful interior, excellent service (they even offered snacks and drinks)! And a list of specialty pedicure options for reasonable prices. They have great options for colors and designs. My nails came out perfectly, they weren't too thick and the nail art was precise! Love it here. read more

Kiara Nail Spa - Acrylic set - Nail Salons Near Me - Evanston, Illinois

I truly wanted to love this new nail salon however I'm extremely upset finding ridges on my nailbeds after my technician used an E file (electric file) on my nails last week supposedly to remove my cuticles. Starting in July I decided to heal my natural nails by avoiding all artificial nail services like hard gel, acrylic and even no chip. After painstakingly allowing my nails to grow out this particular nail technician used a drill even after I told her I just wanted a normal manicure for the health of my nails. She assured me she was only going to use the drill to remove my cuticles but instead she used her drill EVERYWHERE on my nails creating these ridges that I found last night when most of my nail polish chipped off. Yesterday morning my thumbnail was heavily cracking on the side which never happens and it's because she was careless and the drill went over every single nail not just my cuticles! Now as far as this shop itself; it's extremely clean, beautiful and the shape of my nails were good. But after months of me not using harsh ingredients and not using a drill I'm very upset with the current condition of my nails. They look very dry and there are ridges like my nails are peeling from the rough way she used the drill over all my nails not just my cuticles. She rushed right through with the machine not caring about the health of my nails. In the future when I request a natural and regular manicure at any salon I will walk out on anyone who insists on using an electronic nail file because the damage is very hard to grow out. Please let the owner of this nail salon know that it's very unprofessional to have a nail technician force her customers into a service they don't want. I avoided the drill since summer and because she used it so carelessly my nails are in bad shape again. Please don't force the e file on customers requesting a natural manicure. My nails definitely look damaged now and the electric file should never have been used for a natural manicure if I'm not getting hard gel or acrylics. read more

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I'm not happy with the service I received and look up the name Kathleen I stopped in after all the hype this place gets on line and always looks crowded. As a first-time customer, I've never been there before, I felt like they would've been treated more warmly and welcomed, they did not. I feel like they were treating customers who are frequent more better asking them how they were if they needed anything, but I just sat there alone, they never offered water Or anything! Not to mention Miguel, who did my manicure and pedicure did a terrible job a few days later my nails are chipping and peeling. No massage just basically rubbed lotion on my legs and my feet and clipped the excess cuticle skin. I could've done that myself at home and saved $62 a waste of money I will never go back and no I don't recommend it. read more

I have been to a million salons and have become a very dedicated nail tech girl because I feel like salons can never do what I want. I wasn't able to get in with my usual nail tech and I saw an advertisement on Instagram for this salon. I went in with my hopes low based on past salon experiences and left with my expectations completely exceeded. Min was the tech who did my nails and he basically duplicated the inspo pic I brought - while the prices were much more than I would pay at an independent tech, they did the best job out of ANY salon I have been to in the city and suburbs. I will definitely be back and be recommending this place! read more

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I have been coming to Kiara since they opened here in Evanston. I have had an amazing experience every single time. Not only do they have very skilled and lovely nail techs, but they offer snacks, drinks, and other amenities too! The owner is always walking around and checking quality. The sweet girl up front is so personable! The space is clean and luxurious. I can't say enough great things about Kiara Nail Spa. I feel recognized and taken care of here. Much love!!! read more

Kiara Nail Spa - Nail tech- Lexy. She's incredibly detailed! - Nail Salons Near Me - Evanston, Illinois

It's beautiful inside! Front desk is super nice!!! And she did an amazing job on my daughter's nails! Got the design perfect! Definitely recommend! read more

Kiara Nail Spa - Gel-x - Nail Salons Near Me - Evanston, Illinois

Ahh! This used to be a PNC bank, remember that! This is the biggest salon in the city. It has five pedicure rooms, one eyebrow wax room and sixty chairs. The staff and service is very good. read more

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I love this nail salon! I've been going here for probably the last six months, and I really enjoy it. I'm newer to Chicago and I used to go to a really nice nail salon in North Virginia that gave you cheese and wine with every service. The nail salons in Chicago pill and comparison. But this one is definitely comparable. It's nice and my nails always look nice. The environment is clean and beautiful. They give you snacks with the server. Sometimes I bring my son and they give him snacks. Just very respectful and courteous environment. read more

Kiara Nail Bar is hands down the best nail salon I've ever been to! The staff is incredibly friendly, professional, and detail-oriented. The salon is clean, stylish, and has a relaxing vibe that makes every visit feel like a treat. My nails always turn out flawless--whether I go for a classic manicure or trendy nail art, they nail it every time.They use high-quality products and truly care about customer satisfaction. Booking is easy, and they're always punctual. If you're looking for a top-tier nail experience, Kiara Nail Bar is the place to go. Highly recommend it to everyone! read more

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Miguel did my nails today and he did such an amazing job! The staff was so attentive and it was so easy for me to book an appointment. I got a gel mani and the salon stocks DND nail colors, which are my favorite! read more

Yen is the absolute best nail artist around! I've been going to her since the soft opening about once a month. I get the extra layer gel manicure on my natural nails, and my manicure sees a lot of bad conditions- I wear latex gloves at work, use hand sanitizer, constant hand washing, and I've been painting and doing a lot of home improvement stuff and gardening. The photo I'm adding is the gorgeous manicure that Yen gave me, this photo is how it looks at 1 month old. She free-handed this design based on a photo I gave her and one month later it is STILL perfect and I'm STILL getting compliments! I obviously had to do my cuticles over after a month because they grow, but I'm going to get at least another week out of this, it's still strong and gorgeous. It was raining sideways last time I went in, my pants were soaking wet from a 1 block walk to the entrance, and she grabbed me towels to dry off with and then grabbed a big towel to put over my lap in case I got cold. Thanks for taking such good care of me, Yen! See you soon!! read more

Kiara Nail Spa - 1 month old extra layer gel manicure on natural nails. Design hand-painted by Yen. - Nail Salons Near Me - Evanston, Illinois

I just left your establishment and my friend had her leggings ruined by the nail technician who spilled hand wax on her and then proceeded to clean up her station prior to assisting my friend. It's unacceptable and no one cared. Additionally I paid for a dazzle dry manicure and as it's drying they are getting worse and ruined. The manicurist said it's because the nail wasn't dry before putting on the next coat. I've been getting dazzle dry for years and never had this issue until coming to Kiara nails. I spent a lot of money there today and my friend didn't join me to have her new leggings ruined with no one seeming to care about the incident. I will not be returning, ever. read more

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This is an amazing establishment that provided excellent service on my acrylic nails. The salon is clean, and the nail tech used quality products that made me feel comfortable and confident. I had a great experience and will definitely be back. read more

My nails came out exactly the way that I expected them to, and was done in a timely manner 10/10 experience!! read more

Kiara Nail Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Evanston, Illinois

I always come in and get a builder gel set and it's perfect every time! The service is always top quality and it's never rushed! Kiara is the place to go. read more

Kiara Nail Spa - Builder gel set with French tip - Nail Salons Near Me - Evanston, Illinois

The receptionists are nice and welcoming. My first visit I wasn't happy with my nails. I expressed this to the owner and he was able to fix the issue. I was given to another technician. I truly appreciate his accommodation. My nails from Min look great and so much better than the set of nails I was displeased with. I would definitely come back and ask for Min. read more

The other pictures looked really nice but I think you need to request someone specifically. My mani pedi turned out way below my expectations. read more

Such nice people who always do an amazing job :) the space is always super clean and they can do any design! read more

Kiara Nail Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Evanston, Illinois

Went in for a gel mani-pedi removal and a regular/basic mani/pedi on my lunch break. They made me wait 10 mins while the salon was empty, and killed a large bug right in front of me, then stood around giggling about it before cleaning it up (just to set the mood here). The technician took nearly an hour removing my gels with an e-file typically used on acrylics -- I repeatedly asked for the soak-off technique since my nails are brittle enough already. She didn't understand one word I said, and the pedicure polish job was all over the place - smeared polish already and I'm barely 2 steps out the door. In the end, they took so long (and put enough dents in my fingernails with the e-file) that I asked to leave early and not have the manicure. They were kind in not charging me for it, but overall it's one of the worst nail experiences I've ever had. Please stay away if you can -- there are plenty of other salons in Evanston. read more

10/10 service. The nail techs really know what they are doing. Love my nails so clean and modern inside and just overall loved my experience will definitely be coming back. Whoever is looking for a good nail place this is it read more

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From start to end it was pleasant feeling at this nail spa. Whenever I want to pamper myself I definitely visit this place. So far been there 3 times love it. Highly recommend. read more

Kiara Nail Spa - Dip powder light pink. - Nail Salons Near Me - Evanston, Illinois

Kiara's is the best place to go to for any nail service! I've gotten gel-x and regular gel manicures and they've lasted for 3+ weeks (and i'm not that gentle with them). Perla did so awesome and everyone is so nice there. Would highly recommend read more

Kiara Nail Spa - gel-x set - Nail Salons Near Me - Evanston, Illinois

This is my absolute new favorite nail salon!!! Amazing prices, amazing quality, and kind staff. My nails were exactly what I wanted. It is also so clean and nice in the salon. I highly highly highly recommend!!! read more

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Best mani-pedi experience I've had! This was my first visit to this salon. They are welcoming, very professional, and have reasonable pricing. My technician Trini was personable, professional, and helpful. The salon is spacious and -- if this matters to you -- very clean. Highly impressed! read more

Amazing!!!! Yen did a great job and the space was so nice. Love it! Definetly will come back when I'm in the area read more

Kiara Nail Spa - Builder gel - Nail Salons Near Me - Evanston, Illinois

Loved my nail artist and how my nails came out!! the service was good and the actual facility is clean

reused sanding bands, file, and buffer on my acrylic refill. my nails curled down even after I asked them politely if they could fix them before starting the service and during the service, nails just looked a bit pumpy and crooked in parts. I only needed one hand done, i am a service provider myself so I had already done one hand. I completely understand that because of that both hands will not match 100% because everyone's work is different but I was genuinely disappointment and dissatisfied with this service especially having to drive almost an hour to get here because I am not from the area. read more