I went in for a buff manicure. The woman that assisted me was not experienced in filing nails. She used a course file and just zipped it back and forth without even looking to see if her work was resulting in even surfaces. I left with uneven nails and a few snags on the side. She used a metal instrument to pick at some old nail polish, instead of removing it with remover until I pointed this out. I paid $23. I did not ask for a hand massage and really didn't want one. I did not enjoy it at all. I wish she had spent that time on my nails. Other services might be fine from the other workers. I don't know, I am only reporting on my manicure. Also, I don't think a shop like that should have furniture with cloth upholstery. How often is it cleaned? I won't be back. read more

I went in for my appointment to remove my gel x nails. They accommodated me when I asked if they could remove my gel pedi too, which was nice. However, I had a bad experience with the lady who removed my nails (think her name was Nancy?). 1. My nails were shaved too thin that they hurt even without pressure. As she was removing the gel, I retracted my hand several times because they hurt, but not once did she say sorry. Instead, she said that I was too sensitive. I don't believe that my nails are sensitive because they have never hurt from my many, many previous experiences removing and getting gel nails done. 2. She asked if I wanted them cut short so I said yes, but I didn't mean for them to be THAT short, encroaching on to my nail bed. Not only do my nails hurt from being too thin, but also too short. 3. I had discussed with the front desk person that I will decide if I want my nails shaped (extra charge) after getting the gel removed. She shaped them without asking me. I unfortunately did not realize that she was shaping them until it was too late because of the pain. 4. I asked the front desk person about the pain. He dismissed me saying that the prep was done wrong (I don't think it was done wrong, as I have worked with the tech before and nothing ever went wrong from application to removal) without acknowledging that the nail tech lady could have gone too far. Overall, I am very disappointed with my experience not only for the quality of service, but also the lack of concern for customer complaints. read more

Lacquered Up - Too short, too thin. You can see the redness showing through on areas that are too thin - Nail Salons Near Me - Claremont, California

Do not hesitate, to call and make an appointment. Everyone speaks English and very clean. Great value for their services. They care about your experience. They came highly recommended and have been a customer for about 5 years. Never have I had or heard of a complaint. Please give them a try, you will be happy, you did. They have always been on time for my appointment. I have had the same nail technician for years, not a high turnover. Closed Sunday and Monday. Prefer cash or venmo. Remember to tip! Love the atmosphere, the music is so relaxing. Recently renovated. Go give them a try. ​ read more

Absolutely love this place! Everything always goes well here. Haven't been for a while & still was warmly greeted by the amazing owner, received excellent service by the ladies, enjoyed the relaxing ambiance, & left loving my nails! Pricing here is excellent too in comparison to other nail salons around. And they have a salon dog! Definitely recommend Lacquered Up! read more

Lacquered Up is my favorite salon in Claremont! Everyone in there is always so friendly and it's super clean!! I also always enjoy the music that's playing. I just got home from getting a gel mani and pedi and am so happy with both. I highly recommend coming here. :-) read more

It was my first time trying this nail salon. I had Kim ( I think) she was very very friendly. I appreciate that she did what was asked. She didn't push anything just to try and charge more. I have very damaged nails due to lots of acrylics and I just simply wanted a mani with clear polish, she didn't try and force me to get gel like other places and actually understood what I wanted. She was great! read more

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I've been going to Lacquered Up in Claremont for the last couple years. In addition to this being the most clever name for a nail studio, this place is really a hidden gem and a quiet retreat. Huang (Wang) the owner, and the staff of Nancy, Kay, Kelly, and Tiff, make guests feel known and valued. The studio skips all the extra bells and whistles of massage chairs or soda water, and instead offer a really clean, modern-yet-homey studio, with big comfortable chairs, so that prices are affordable and the focus is on their skilled work. The studio dog Skillet is a special addition to the community experience. I totally recommend. read more

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Wonderful service. Easy appointment s Beautiful atmosphere and decor. Very important that all instruments are autoclaved. Nancy is the best.

Consistently great!! I am never disappointed... and one of my favorite things is they always honor appointment times so you're not left there waiting! I even got a call the other day when someone was running a little bit behind and I totally appreciated it because it gave me time to drop off groceries! Keep up the great customer service and quality work and I will be a loyal customer for years to come !!! read more

I've been needing a new nail spot and this was close to my house. Called and asked if I could stop by in 15 mins for a mani & pedi which they accommodated. Very friendly staff and I love the layout of their place. Very comfy chairs, great service. Didn't feel rushed or pressured to add any service. This will definitely be my new spot. read more

I have been going to lacquered up for a few years. What I love about this place is its simplicity, no tvs blaring, no annoying music, no pushy techs, no waiting as they only do appointments. There is no bad smell from acrylic nails or fumes. My eyes are sensitive to that. I like the south and east facing windows on two sides which make it very airy and open feeling. I try to take my own nail polish as they don't have a ton of choices. They are clean and courteous. I also like the clientele. Many regulars from around Claremont. Older people like me or moms with young girls. It's comfortable and familiar. Very homey. read more

Amazing quality manicures and such friendly people! My go-to is a French tip came out so clean and lovely read more

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Great service, super friendly and they remember your name. Great color selection and they still have OPI polishes. You don't have to pick your color from a book and then find that the color isn't accurate haha. They do a quality job with decent prices! read more

Wonderful establishment! We come here every year to celebrate the end of the school year. They are always so sweet to my littles and have the best service. Not sure which my littles are more excited for - their nails or seeing, Skillet the dog LOL highly recommend! read more

Newly remodeled, super clean, beautiful decor, calm but interesting music and all the staff are friendly and professional. Wayne and his staff run the best nail salon in the area read more

I recently starting coming to Lacquered up after a friends recommendation. They are awesome. This place is quiet and I can actually sit back and Today, I ventured out and went with an ombré color instead of my usual and they did not disappoint. Love this place! read more

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This has been my nail salon for years and I wouldn't want it any other way. The overall salon experience is extremely relaxing and professional (unlike most salons that are borderline stressful and just care about $$$). The overall staff is friendly and the salon is very clean. I recommend making an appointment with Nancy or Kelly. However, I have experienced all of the nail techs and all do a wonderful job! Definitely recommend Laquered Up for anyone that's looking for a personable, relaxing, and professional experience. read more

This is long overdue, as I have been coming for many years but if you're looking for a clean and professional nail salon, look no further. The owner, Hoang (pronounced Wang), is very nice and kind. All of the nail technicians are amazing. You won't go wrong with any of them. Make sure you make an appointment, I like that they appreciate my time so I know exactly what time I'll be in and out each visit. My 7 year old daughter also enjoys coming here, especially to say hello to Skillet. Thanks Hoang and team! read more

I do a lot of research when it comes to getting pedicures due to a past history of getting very painful ingrowns. After a lot of Yelp stalking I found this place and decided to give it a try. I called ahead in case they might be busy and they didn't answer. However, probably a minute later they called me back and left me a voicemail saying they were sorry they missed me! I called back and they did have time for a basic pedi. Great! This salon is very clean which is great! They don't have the massage chairs or stations like most nail places, which I don't mind because I'm always concerned about infection. Instead, you sit in large sofas and they use small plastic bins and fill them with water. The bins aren't lined with a plastic, but it still feels more sanitary than the massage chairs. However, that is why I can't give a full star review. Nancy, my nail tech, was super nice and gives a great foot massage. She was very detail oriented and nice. Overall, it was a great experience and I may come back here for pedicures in the future read more

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Not from the area but came to Claremont for an event and was DESPERATELY in need of a gel color change. Called 4 places to see if they could take me within the hour. At first, the guy at Lacquered Up apologized and said they were fully booked (as were all other spots) but as I was about to call a 5th, he called back and said they could squeeze me in since it wasn't a full manicure (with cuticles, massage etc.) I was 15 mins early and expected to have to wait once I got there because they were really doing me a favor, but they got me seated right away! My lady was super quick and did a great job with my gel removal and color change. If I lived in the area, I'd definitely come back! read more

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I've been wanting to try this nail salon for a while now, finally did today and I loved it and will be back soon. I got a manicure and pedicure and the experience was wonderful. Clean salon, nice big chairs that are very comfortable. The manicurists and staff were kind. I love the job that was done including the paint on my finger and toe nails. The price was also fair, $39 for a mani + pedi. read more

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Best nail place around! Owner and staff are amazing, friendly and skilled! I came once and instantly became a regular. They even let us take over the whole space for me and all my bridesmaids the weekend of my wedding. It's like a family! And they do an amazing job on nails -- I am never disappointed. read more

Clean, peaceful, and professional. I can't say enough good things about this place, I love taking my daughter here to get her nails done and we live almost an hour away. Worth the drive and worth the money, thankful for a place such as this where a dad can take his daughter without feeling out of place . Thank you Lacquered Up. read more

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They always are so nice, professional and do such amazing work. This is my first gel manicure but I've been coming for years for a regular pedicure. Needless to say that over the years I've came, I've never been disappointed! read more

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Love these guys! They are clean, give consistently great pedicures, and just all around nice people. My color is always on point, and lasts. I brought my daughter for her first ever manicure and we had a blast! They are the best! read more

Lacquered Up - First ever manicure from this fantastic crew! - Nail Salons Near Me - Claremont, California

Amazing, welcoming staff that makes you feel like family. They also take great care of my 93 year old grandmother! read more

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New to the area so was looking for a place that was available last minute. Been here three times and so far definitely impressed. I like my pedicure super super short and rounded. No one ever gets it right. They still think I want a little bit. The girl I had (Jennifer?) got it right the first time. Yay! Huge win in my book. The place is really quiet so really relaxing. The chairs are big sofa chairs but no massage in them. No biggie. Owner and employees are really nice. Highly recommend. Pedicure is $23. read more

I have been to Lacquered Up unfortunately only a limited number of times. The first time was 5 years ago, and the latest time was about 4 weeks ago. While my experience is limited, I can still say that I have only had positive experiences here. They keep the place clean, and the owner is attentive. I also love that they now are part of a rewards program. I believe they do not accept walk-ins, but they have been able to accommodate same-day appointments, if available, which is how I have gotten in (as difficult as it has been). With my busy schedule, it seems I can only book same-day for things like pedicures, which is why it's difficult for me to get my pedis more consistently at Lacquered Up, but I will be trying to go back there more. read more

Great manicures and pedicures. Very relaxed environment. They always do great work and properly sanitize their instruments, which is the most important for me! Make an appointment because they are always busy, which is a reflection of the work that is done. They also have the MOST comfy, cozy chairs. read more

I have been coming to Lacquered Up every month for over 5 years for pedicures. They are consistently great and very affordable. Hoang and the staff are always friendly and very pleasant. I usually call ahead of time to fit in for an appointment and they are always accommodating. read more

My husband daughter and I come here monthly, we get mani and pedis. I appreciate the time they take on all of us and the quality of work they do. I've been all over the surrounding cities the past few years, looking for a reliable place. No one comes close to Lacquered up! read more

I was so disappointed with my nails here. I have never had a worse nail experience and it just so happened to be the nails for my wedding. I will start with what went well. First, I was able to call and get an appointment very quickly. Second, the man at the front was very nice. That is where the good parts end. I had to wait a while for my appointment to start and it took such a long time. I wasn't able to get my toe nails done because I ran out of time. Then I told the lady doing my nails what I wanted and showed her a picture. She looked at the picture and told me she could do what I wanted. As she is finally almost done she tells me that she can't do what I wanted. It was a simple design with grey nails and a line of glitter polish by the cuticle. The worst part was by that night there were already bubbles in my nails. I was so disappointed with my wedding nails. They were clearly not done well. As you can see two weeks later, the nails are covered with bubbles. I will never come here again. read more

Lacquered Up - Two weeks in but COVERED with bubbles. So disappointed with my wedding nails which were not what I wanted even if they turned out right. - Nail Salons Near Me - Claremont, California

I had a gift certificate so I thought I'd give them a shot. Overall I loved my manicure and pedicure. I originally went in for just a pedicure (made an appointment) and asked while I was there if I could get a manicure. The owner told me they were booked but about 15 mins. later said they could accommodate me which I really appreciated. The oversized loveseats are nice as I do not like the massage chairs in most salons. I do wish they were cleaner though, with as much traffic as they seem to have the sofa chairs really needed a good steam cleaning. The salon itself was very clean and the staff was pleasant and did a fantastic job. They were not too chatty which I appreciate as I go to relax, listen to my music and read. I was really happy with my nails and toes. I got regular polish on my nails and was stunned... it lasted a WHOLE WEEK!!! Toes got gel... tried the unicorn look and love it, have received lots of compliments and questions about where I got them done. Of course I shared. Giving 4 out of 5 stars here, would have really like clean chairs. The prices were reasonable and I more than likely will go again. read more

So I am not a loyal customer when it comes to my nails... I try almost anyone I see via Yelp or IG. One reason, I work in the same industry and only have downtime in between clients. I take what I can get. With all that said I think I found my gem!! I believe her name was Tiffany. I could be wrong. Anyhow, this is the cleanest manicure I have ever received. I like perfection. The gel polish application and cuticle removal was hands down the best. They only offer manis & pedis, not sure why... but it works! Definitely coming back. Ps. It is a littler pricier but well worth it. read more

Lacquered Up - About a week old. Love it! Shaped my nails and clean polish application.. no damn bubbles! - Nail Salons Near Me - Claremont, California

2018 Yelp Review Challenge: 11/100 Service: The people were really nice and friendly which is why I feel bad about this review but it is honest. Skill: 1. The person who does designs is not very detailed. She was not able to copy my design. Which is typical for nail salons. Except for it wasn't even close to the design I wanted. They do not pay attention to detail. 2. They do not do acrylic Amenities: 1. Limited embellishments 2. Their gel UV light kept flickering on and off- they need new equipment 3. You sit on large sofas where your hands are placed on the arm rests and they rotate from side to side. Pretty comfy. 4. Not a great selection of colors. Ambiance: Pretty homey feeling. All chairs are pointed towards the checkin table. I would only recommend this place to those who just want a solid color. read more

Going here for three years, usually every two weeks and absolutely NEVER disappointed. I encourage those that seemed to have a bad experience to try it again. Because I have absolutely never received anything but exemplary service and my nails last sometimes three weeks when I cannot get there because of my crazy schedule. The owner (Weng) is always accommodating me with whatever appointment I need. Wish I could give it TEN STARS! I am always receiving compliments on my nails and the nail art that I request each time. Weng and the Ladies are professional, kind and courteous. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!! read more

I love out of town and found Lacquered Up on Yelp to make an appointment, expecting to get a standard gel mani/pedi before a wedding in Claremont. I had the earliest appointment time and they were open and ready. The chair is very comfortable and service was impeccable! I had two sweet ladies working on me (wish I caught their names!) and they were detail oriented and professional with their work. I left happy with my gel mani/pedi and went on my way. What I didn't realize then was the QUALITY. This gel mani/pedi has lasted me an entire month and I am NOT easy on my hands. It survived 3 weeks traveling in Italy and a week of work at a hospital where I wash my hands 10000 times a day and normal gel manis chip after 1-2 weeks. I'm only getting them redone tomorrow because they've grown out and I wish I lived closer to return to this palce! HIGHLY recommend!! read more

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Lacquered Up is an absolutely exemplary spot for a pedicure in Claremont - no, scratch that. Lacquered Up is one of the best pedicures I have had in all of Southern California. Firstly, they treat me like family. First name basis, always pair me up with my favorite, Miss Nancy. They'll go above and beyond for my flakey self when I try to schedule something last-minute. Its far more of a deep cleaning sesh on my tootsies than a pedicure, so I am not the one to be getting palm trees and zebra stripes painted on my toes. And Nancy knocks it out of the park. Truth be told, however - they are all incredibly skilled, gentle, thorough and detail-oriented - I have also had the pleasure of enjoying pedis with Tiffany and April, and they are also just downright great. This pedicure should cost a heck of a lot more than it does. I do recommend making an appointment, because terrific spots like this book up right-quick on weekends! read more

Love this place! Huang & Christian are awesome! I had gone to several places cause I had a picture of nail art that I REALLY wanted. All the places I went to, couldn't do it. When I walked in here, I showed Huang the picture & he was up front with me that they've never done it before, but they could try. I was totally game. I wanted a French gel manicure, with Palm trees on each finger. Huang did my mani & he was very friendly & talkative. I felt right at home. Christian did my art. She was so sweet, she hand painted each palm tree, & she herself would redo it when she didn't like it. They came out great! I was given the royal treatment, & I really enjoyed the music that was playing through out the shop. *I would definitely recommend this place to my friends & I'll definitely be back. read more

Lacquered Up - I REALLY wanted palm trees on my nails. Christian hand painted every single one. I thought they came out awesome & I LOVE them! - Nail Salons Near Me - Claremont, California

I got a regular mani/pedi here. They dont have regular salon chairs that have the water bowl thing built into it. Instead, they use comfy couch chairs and sit in front of you. I didnt like this set up because I had to actively hold my leg in place or else the small woman doing my pedi would have been pushed to the other side of the room. The massage was good until the pounding began, it was just awkward the way she was kind of slapping my calves around. The manicure was even more awkward. I had to hold the bowl of water against me as my hand soaked in it. The woman then told me that my arms were hairy, but sexy....idk, that's what she said. my friend and I were talking and she cut my friend off. very weird experience overall. THEN, less than 24 hours later, most of my nails had chipped a little. Two days later, I had to take off the polish because the chipping was getting so bad. read more