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    Lacquer Lounge

    4.3 (226 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

    Services - Lacquer Lounge

    Nail fill-in

    Toe nail fill-in

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    Hand and toe nail fill-in

    Manicure

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    Hand polish change

    Hand and toe polish change

    Nail polish removal

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    The email I received in response to my request for a refund.
    Danielle W.

    I was lied to, blamed for a poor outcome, and then banned from booking again because I asked for a refund. I debated leaving a review because I didn't want to judge an establishment based on one bad manicure. However, the customer service I received as a response to asking for a refund for poorly done work was awful. Their site allows you to book with a specific nail tech but they apparently don't always follow that request and just place you with anyone. I booked with a nail tech who I felt was more than capable of doing the design I asked for but when I arrived was put with a tech whose work I was not familiar with. I show the nail tech the design I want and she informs me I might not be able to get it done because I didn't book nail art. She looks at her books before starting the manicure and tells me she does in fact have time. She does my nails she's super nice and the manicure process itself was pleasant however she was not able to do what I asked for. It looks a little off but I decide to trust the process. Until I get outside and see how smeary and messy the design is. This manicure cost $108 and looks like it was done at home by a beginner. I inform Lacquer Lounge via email that I was unhappy with the outcome and that I want a refund. The email I received back basically blames me for the outcome because I didn't book enough time. "The tech wasn't prepared but did her best to accommodate me." Despite the fact that the nail tech looked directly at her books before starting and told me she DID have time. They also called me the night before asking if I needed time for gel removal. I told them I did. End of call. But in the email I'm told I didn't book gel removal and that that took away the time needed to do the nail art correctly. She offers to let me come in and get them redone but I don't have time for that plus her email is off-putting and not really somewhere I want to go back to. I inform her that I did book time for removal. That I would've appreciated it if they had just been honest with me about their ability to do the design instead of trying to "accommodate" me. I again requested a refund. I was absolutely right to question the tone of the owner's email because when I got on the phone true colors were revealed. The owner of Lacquer Lounge straight up lied to me telling me I didn't book the things that I did and that when she spoke to me on the phone she asked me about nail art as well as gel removal. She NEVER asked me about nail art. Here's the funny thing and proof that she lies. If she spoke to me on the phone the night before to ask about gel removal and nail art why did she then proceed to lie in the email and say I did not book gel removal? She never asked me on the phone about gel nail art. It was a 37-sec phone call. I would not be going back even if they didn't ban me but I'm writing this as a warning! If you do book book with Jade or Valentina. As you can see from their IG they basically only post the work of those two and then hit you with a bait and switch when you arrive. I shared my experience with a community Facebook group and there were plenty of people who had experiences similar to mine. Issues with the booking system, switching techs, poor quality, and blaming the customer.

    Funny bunny gel manicure
    Elizabeth G.

    The best salon I've ever been to. They keep it so clean and tidy. Katie did an unbelievable job, was so sweet. The entire staff was great! I had to have my laptop and work while getting my nails done and they were so accommodating.

    Custom witch nails
    Leigh P.

    I had such a wonderful first experience here. Great scheduling, friendly staff, and Lina is a wonderful artist. Love what she created for me!

    The butterfly nails pic is maybe 5-6 weeks after I got them done. Still so perfect, no chips, breaks or anything!
    Kira T.

    Lacquer Lounge is easily the best place to go for a manicure and all your esthetics needs. Every nail tech there cares for the health of your nails so much and I've left with a quality manicure every single time. I also get my eyelashes lifted and tinted by Kat and I've seen so much natural growth in my lashes ever since I started going! Valentina is the BEST. I accidentally broke a nail two weeks after my manicure with her and they were able to get me in the very next day to fix it. The amount of care they show for their clientele is incredible and I will never go anywhere else. Best salon in Philly!

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    Amira C.

    I have a couple of friends who go here and suggested it to me! One of the nail techs won best manicurist in the city and they've won a ton of other awards. I moved and then covid happened so I had to find a new nail salon once Philly allowed this service to reopen. It's a super cute and clean salon. More high end than what I'm used to with my nail salons in the past. That, and being in Old City, makes this more pricier than what I'm used to. A classic manicure is $25 and a classic pedicure is $45. If you want French, it's an additional $10. This visit I spent $80 for a regular mani and pedi. I personally don't think the pedicure I received this time was worth $45 but definitely quality work, service, and polish. I've been going for a few months now and my manicures last 2 weeks! Free parking in the lot literally next door and you can tip the manicurist with Venmo!

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    Madeline C.

    Love love love this place. My first time back in years. My nails look fantastic, and the service was excellent! Also felt safe and clean! You should go for sure!

    A beautiful and clean nail salon with talented staff! I went in for soft gel extensions with a glazed donut finish that came out soooo beautiful. I went to Sophy and not only did she do a great job, she worked so quickly and had me laughing throughout the appointment. I'll definitely be back!

    Chipping after one day, supposed to be long lasting nail polish (normally lasts me a solid week)
    Alejandra B.

    To clarify, I got the long lasting polish, I have down this in other salons, and it lasted a week, not less than 24 hours, it was sloppy to begin with as well.

    My manicure looks fine like this until you see my nails from the side.

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    2 months ago

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    2 years ago

    I got a wax from Paige and she did awesome! I would definitely come here again and it was very clean and sanitary.

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    1 year ago

    People are warm and friendly, they also know what they are doing. I felt comfortable with them.

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    Went in for wax Paige was great establishment very clean and friendly staff definitely will be back

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    2 years ago

    I always get great service at lacquer lounge. The place is clean, everyone is so pleasant to work with!

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    2 years ago

    Always on time, terrific quality and friendly professional technicians. Best place in Philly.

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    2 years ago

    Got an amazing pedicure! So clean, did fabulous job on the polish, and friendly staff. Recommend.

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    2 years ago

    Great service, clean salon, and quality polish. Easy to make reservations online. Would come again.

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    2 years ago

    Always clean and the services are top notch! Sophy is the Best!! They upgrade the shop with fresh remodel often.

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    3 years ago

    Thanks so much Sophy for an awesome soft gel manicure! As a newbie to artificial nails I really appreciate her patience :)

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    I went to Sophy and not only did she do a great job, she worked so quickly and had me laughing throughout the appointment.

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