I'll echo the sentiments of previous reviewers by saying that I'm hesitant to leave a review because (selfishly) I don't want this place to become overrun with customers - both times I've done a walk-in so far, I haven't waited more than 5 minutes for my pedicure to start. This place is right up the street from my new office, so I will definitely be making it my "go-to" spot for summer pedicures this year. Who doesn't want a pedi during lunch?
Great color selection from OPI, Essie, China Glaze. The colors are neatly organized by shade, so if you go in like I usually do with a specific shade in mind, it's easy to find the perfect color. They also have nail colors for sale if you prefer to go that route.
The salon is clean & quiet. I don't know if I'd call it a "spa atmosphere" by my definition of a spa. It's one big open room, with space in the front for the nail stations, pedicure chairs in the back, and a couple of small rooms for waxing. I'd say it's a step above a run-of-the-mill nail salon, though.
They have signs advertising different add-ons for pedicures -- something about a gel pedi and something else. I don't know. I never usually upgrade my pedis unless I'm going to an actual spa for a special treat. In this case, you honestly don't need to because their basic pedicure comes with some great pampering perks of its own.
Chairs are standard massage-y/cushion-y things. I've sat in a lot of pedicure chairs, and while these are comfortable, the massage functions aren't the greatest. I usually forget it's even on while I'm sitting there, and the customization of the functions through the remote is limited. Fortunately, they make up for it with hands on massage (more on that later).
I've been twice so far, and had a different lady each time. Both of them were wonderful. I'm not a chatty person at the salon. I'm there to get a service, they're working. No need to make idle small talk. I would rather read a magazine or play Yahtzee on my phone, and I'm sure they would rather not have to pretend to be interested in where I'm from, what I do, and how many kids/pets I have. That being said, I know some people are more comfortable when they are talking to their nail tech. The ladies in the salon are very perceptive and seem to tailor the experience to the person getting the service. Another bonus: none of that pushy business with asking me if I want my eyebrows waxed, or a manicure also, or to add on one of the aforementioned services over and over again.
The pedicure itself is very thorough and includes leg massages by hand and... my favorite... a mini hot stone massage on your feet and legs. Feels. So. Amazing. I can see now why people get these all over their bodies (note to self: get a full body hot stone massage -- message me if you have recommendations). The right amount of attention to detail is paid to cuticles and nail length -- I don't feel like I've been butchered when it's done. I haven't seen them razor anyone's feet, but maybe they do upon request? My feet are never that bad -- upside to frequent pedis. If yours are, you might have to ask for some extra sanding on those bad boys.
When you're done, your nail tech will escort you and your shoes to the drying station at the front of the salon. I always find these a bit awkward, especially when you're staring across the magazines stacked on top at the lady across from you, counting down the minutes until you can leave. This situation is helped immensely by the short and sweet chair massage you get for the first few minutes you're sitting there. You are given thin foam flip-flops at every appointment to wear out (no extra charge), which is great for people like me who never remember to bring post-pedi appropriate footwear.
They take credit cards & will ask you how much tip you want to add on. If I recall correctly, a basic pedi is $34, which is higher than a no-frills pedi... but I'm usually so relaxed by the time it's all done that it doesn't really matter. :) read more
