I have been trying to get into Lincoln square nails for months and finally was able to nab a Same-day appointment! The interior of the building is very nice, clean, and designed well. The dip manicure took 45 minutes (though probably 10 minutes of this was me picking my color), and was thorough and I'm very happy with the look and outcome of my nails. I will point out if felt as though the clear disposable gloves my hands were placed in seemed to be used, not new. The nail tech, Lin, used a rubber glove at one point that was clearly used as well. The pedicure chair was the nicest and most high tech chair I've ever sat in! It was truly a delight. I just wish I'd had more time to relax in it! The pedicure was definitely basic, with minimal massage, pumice scrub, etc, but they were there, just quick. Overall the customer service is a big reason why I'm knocking one star off. While Lin was professional, she wasn't over the top friendly or super accommodating, which I prefer from people working in this industry. She told me if I got a color and didn't like it that I couldn't change it. She was also very short with people over the phone who called looking for an appointment, and without apology just told them she's busy today and to call back tomorrow. Overall, if the customer service is able to improve, I think this salon could easily be 5 stars! I do plan to return and I hope the service is friendlier in my future visits. read more

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Best nail place ever! I can go 4 weeks with my nails and yes I clean wash and all! Call and make ur appointment read more

Lincoln Square Nails - 4 weeks later! - Nail Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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First time I've tried this place, and I am very impressed with Lynn's work. I finally found my home-nail place! Great customer service, service fees are not as expensive as others, variety of colors, the ambience is relaxing too! Lynn did my nails and Lee did my toes, they were both amazing!! Definitely recommending this place! read more

Lincoln Square Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Lynn does an amazing job at any service you need done. She is very kind, professional and talented. Great job with reasonable prices.

I went for a dip mani and pedicure 3 weeks ago and they still look great! I've been struggling with places in the neighborhood so I'm glad I found this place. Highly recommend! read more

I went there for the first time today to get a regular manicure. The owner is very kind and did a beautiful job! She has tons of colors and options for dip, gel, etc. $15 for a regular manicure is a deal! I paid in cash but you can use credit as well. The owner said she will start doing tips on Venmo and Zelle in March 2023. I'll be back! read more

Lincoln Square Nails - Lincoln Park after Dark OPI regular nail polish - Nail Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I was early to an appointment near by. Decided to get a manicure on a whim, best decision ever. Esthetician was pleasant, thorough and manicure was amazing! Definitely will be coming back and highly recommend this Nail salon. read more

I like this place a lot. New chairs. A lot of colors. The manager is very nice. The music is relaxing. This is my second time there. After first time I got of complements on my nails. They're strong, not thick and they have a good shape. read more

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So I would've rated this establishment a 5- star but the nail lady was such an asshole (excuse my French) and an excuse maker. I'll start off rating my nail person for my pedicure. He did an amazing job. Super nice, sweet understanding and listens very well. His mannerisms were nice and he worked sufficiently. I paid $25 for a pedicure and it took maybe 20-25 minutes. Now back to the nail lady (or owner)... my roommate went for a full set of acrylics and a regular pedicure. Pedicure = good. For her nails, she attempted to explain to the lady that the width of her nails were uneven between reflecting nail ( right thumb to left thumb). Instead of trying to understand my roommates concern and fix it, she cut her off and basically told my roommate that some of her fingers were fatter than the other. Super rude! Toward the end, she kept pressuring us for a tip, which for me went out of the window right allow with her mannerisms. read more

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I'm torn writing this review because the technicians were really nice and did their best to not keep walk-ins waiting, but maybe they need to let them know honestly that they'll need to wait instead of rushing. Had an interview today, since all my nails have broken I went in yesterday to get tips put on. Reshaped them when I got home, still not perfect, but not saturated. So disappointed, really was hoping I had found a spot near my new home. read more

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Great customer service and the friendliest employees:) most perfect nails I've gotten. Love it here so much read more

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Clean and reasonably priced. Came for a walk in pedicure. Nail tech did a great job. Will be back again.

Don't punish yourself by get the service from this nail salon. The nail lady is very rude and she treated me like I ask her to do my nail for free. I even showed her the design that I want but she just put color on my nails when I told her that might be miss understanding ,she seem so mad .I really disappointed and I'm not going back to this salon anymore . read more

The only reason I stopped in was because my regular nail salon was booked and my nails were in dire need of painting! When I approached the building, the sign said 'Closed' but I walked in because I saw the lights on. No one greeted me for a moment or two but then one woman approached me and I said I had an appointment. Then she said to pick a color and motioned towards a color swatch sample rack. After finding a color I wanted, she approached and THEN pointed me towards the wall of nail polish. I don't know why she didn't do that in the first place. So I tried to find the number of the nail polish but could not find it so I just found another color that was similar. I turned around and looked for the woman who greeted me and it was quite unclear whether I was suppose to get a manicure first or a pedicure. When the pedicure was first, it wasn't even clear what chair I was suppose to sit in. The whole process was unclear and there was a lack of communication and slight language barrier. Anyway, the nail technician I had was ok but I didn't like how she was distracted through my entire pedicure. She was talking and watching this guy who was drilling and repairing the nail drying station. I thought this was odd as the salon WAS open and did have customers (me and one other woman.) I didn't care for the ambiance. The music was so low I could barely hear it. So I settled for the bubbling water and the side conversation. I rarely begin conversations with my nail technician but I appreciate when they do chat with me for a few minutes. My nail technician didn't even make the effort. Overall, I didn't feel comfortable here and didn't care for the vibe. My manicure and pedicure turned out well, which I guess is all that matters (and the reason why I'm giving this place 3 stars) but I find the overall experience at my regular nail salon to be ten times better than the one I had here. This salon is just ok; I will not be returning. read more

Don't judge this place by the old outside door and sign. It's beautiful inside; new chairs and super clean. I only get a simple regular mani/pedi, but they did a fabulous job. I'll definitely come back again! read more

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These wonderful gals have been giving me great manicures for several months now! Affordable dip and no chip manis. So many color choices and always happy with the service! Would definitely recommend!! read more

They wee so nice and did an amazing job on white tip dip nails and pedicure as a walk in! Will for sure go back

Although I have my usual go to place to get my nails done (Super Nails on Lawrence. Highly recommend this place), I always pass by Lincoln Square nails and decided to give it a try since it was on my way home. Right when I walked in I was asked what I was wanting to get done. I was looking to get fills that's it. They asked me to pick a color and have a seat at one of the stations. So far so good...it wasn't until I noticed the younger lady was finished buffing and filling my nails that my nail shape was completely different. It was clear I had coffin shaped nails when she first started. I asked her if she could make them more into a coffin shape and she gave me the excuse that she "tried" but since I had an overlay if acrylic that she couldn't do it. I asked if she could just try buffing it with the nail filer and she seemed annoyed but did so anyway. I noticed she started getting sloppy and would toss each finger when she would go to the next finger. She was clearly annoyed and being rough on purpose. Her nail polish application was fair but it's hard to tell in the picture but it's really streaky and the edges are sloppy. Needless to say I WILL NOT be coming back. read more

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Lynn did a beautiful job on my nails. Got a full set dipping powder mani and it turned out beautiful. Been to so many salons where they turn out thick & chunky, but Lynn shaped my nails perfectly & exactly how I described too. She also advised me on what shape would best flatter my hands. She didn't rush at all, yet was done quickly! Will be returning. read more

Lincoln Square Nails - full set dip - color #K25 - Nail Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

So I came to this nail shop since I recently moved into the area. This place was within walking distance and did acrylic nails. (My usual spot is Hot nails but it was definitely a drive not a walk sad face) so I wanted to try something new, Lincoln square area hasn't disappointed me..... yet. I walk in and was asked what I would like to get done which was a fill in and a polish change on my toes. So the younger lady asked if I had time to wait. I said sure I'm not in a rush. So she asks me to pick my color and so I did. Right when I'm about to sit down on the waiting chair, this gentlemen comes in and points me to the pedicure chair. As he was working on my feet, he said in his native language that "I hate doing feet, they smell." Surprise to them, I AM Vietnamese and understood the whole thing. I was already fuming. And the two ladies working told him to shush and that she's Vietnamese. (Hint moron: even they knew I was) I continue to hold my composure because it's not the ladies fault for his fowl mouth. So I continue to get my fill in. I asked for my nails to be shorter since my nails were pretty long and I wanted almond shape nails. So she proceeds to do my nails. I end up with just a regular curve shape. Ok, now I know this is just going to end up bad. My nails were painted on and the color was just of poor quality. It was clumpy but she continued to color it knowing how bad the color went on my nail. At this point I just want to run out of here. I paid for my nails (wasn't cheap either $30, for $38 at hot nails you can get a FULL SET AND PEDICURE) okay whatever, I pay for them and tip cash since they have obnoxious signs everywhere to tip in cash to the nail techs. OK I got the memo, I still tipped 20% because I do work in the hospitality field so I understand how hard it is living off tips. I did let the lady know that what the gentlemen said was out right rude and if he didn't want to work on feet then he shouldn't have or picked another profession. She looked at me kind of dumb faced at first so I said it in Vietnamese again for her to understand. She apologized twice but it was a very petty apology. All in all, I wasted my time, money, and patience to tolerate such a bad business. If you're going to talk sh*t the logical thing to do was wait until I atleast left. I will NEVER come back here and make sure I tell everyone of their bad practice. You have been warned, and they do talk a lot of smack while working on clients nails which is pretty pathetic. I'll make the drive next time, lesson learned. (posted pictures of my nails as well.) read more

Lincoln Square Nails - This is is not almond shape and you can see the streaks off the polish. Wow - Nail Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I am completely in love with the no chip manicures here. They have a ridiculous amount of pretty colors that can all be glitter-fied for when you want a little extra sparkle in your life. No drying time and color that doesn't chip for 2-3 weeks is my new favorite convenience. Regular no chips run $30 here (a steal!), and even better is the $25 Monday through Thursday no chip special. Pedicures are still great. I adore the ladies who work here. One time they fed me with all sorts of dried/flattened banana and sent me home with mooncakes. The Sunday hours (until 5:30pm) are really appreciated, and they show football on their TV! Note: Bring cash for tip! $12 minumum on credit cards. read more

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Today I felt like I quite possibly had the second worst pedicure of my entire life. I'm starting to believe I have a sign on my forehead that reads, "Cut Me". Previously my foot was gashed open at a salon using one of those blades on my heels. Needless to say I was horrified. Years later I'm back for more. I was looking for somewhere near my workplace to get a mani/pedi before leaving on vacation tomorrow. After walking into Salon O, which a coworker recommended, they turned me away and said they could see me in two hours. Yea, I'll sit around for two hours....NOT. Anyway, Lincoln Square nails popped up on Yelp and it was only a block away. They have a deal for $32 for mani/pedis so in I went. Long story short this woman went at my cuticles like my skin doesn't actually have nerve endings. I moaned in pain and she kept going. The woman next to her said something in some foreign language not sure what it was, and she let up. Great--now I'm screwed with a painful toe and I was planning on walking a lot this next week. She proceeded to smile, pat my foot and put that demon-possessed alcohol concoction on it. I'm crossing my fingers gangrene won't set in. I said to her, "it hurts" and she waved me off, shook her head and said, "you okay". Telling me in other words DONT BE A BIG BABY. YOU'RE FINE I was livid. If that was the end of it but no. Terrible terrible polish job. Photos for proof. At the end I said I don't want the manicure I just want to pay and leave. The other lady, perhaps the manager, tried to make amends but I told her I don't appreciate being told I'm okay when clearly I'm hurting. She kept trying to look at my feet but I just asked for my change and stormed off. I thought writing a scathing review would make me feel better but it doesn't. If anything I hope I can save some other poor soul from Edward Scissorhands. Stay away. You've been warned. Oh and PS the "Free" WiFi doesn't work. read more

Went in today to get a mani/pedi and was excited due to all of the reviews I'd read here on Yelp. The shop is nice and is clean. Everyone seemed nice enough. The woman who did my pedicure took about ten minutes tops to do everything including paint my toes. She then did my manicure which took about the same amount of time. She nicked me a few times when cutting my cuticles though. I didn't notice how bad my mani was until I sat down to dry. Nail polish color wasn't all the way covering the nail and the clear coat wasn't fully covering the colored polish. Another woman must have noticed my face, because she came over and asked if everything was ok and she looked at my nails. She repaired a few of them and added new too coat to them as well. Although it was a pretty bad paint job, the fixes made it a bit better without having to repaint my nails. While the woman was fixing my nails, the woman who initially performed the services on me was oiling my feet and put them in little plastic baggies. A first for me but was all good. I'm just getting home and I'm looking at my pedi and it's pretty awful. I really should have paid more attention when I was there, especially because my nails were shaky. The filing in my toes is rough and the paint job is just ok. I've filed my toes myself so that they are straight across and smooth. Most of the reviews I saw were talking about Lynne and how awesome she was, so if I go back I'll request her. The woman who did my nails had long hair, and the woman who attempted to fix them (and did a pretty good job) had short hair. GO FOR THE SHORT HAIRED WOMAN! There was a gentleman there as well who seemed like he may do a good job as well. read more

Lincoln Square Nails - My horrible paint job. My poor little toes! - Nail Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I stopped by here in a rush, my mom had called saying I needed my nails done ASAP because we suspected my boyfriend was going to propose tonight and my nails were in rough shape, and I'm glad I took the chance on this place! I had a basic reference photo to show them, I wasn't necessarily wanting my nails to be exactly like the picture I gave but they tried their absolute hardest to and they came out so wonderful! I'm taking one star off because I feel like close up the shape is just a little lopsided and rough, some of the edges don't match, but honestly it's one of those small things you don't really notice until you're sitting on the train bored staring at them. I don't want to complain too much though because my full acrylic ombré set was only $60, and while I usually say "you get what you pay for" I think I got better than what I paid for. So definitely recommended and with them being within walking distance from me I'll definitely be coming back, and I may just come for when I need my nails done for my wedding too! read more

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After trying another salon way up in Skokie and having a "meh" experience (one never knows with Groupons), I went to Yelp again today, desperate to get my no-chip French removed since it was looking 3-weeks old in every gross way (and trust me, after two no-chip French manicures in a row, you'd also be aching to strip it off with a blowtorch). I called Lincoln Square Nails and was able to set up an appointment for an hour later. Score! According to their price list on display by the counter they charge $7 for removing no-chip manicures. My tech clarified that they only charge you for work done at other salons, but don't charge you if the previous manicure was done in-house. I'm not sure how they check that or if it's just an honor system thing, but it's still something my previous salon didn't offer or explain. My tech was fantastic (I never learned her name--my mistake), and I enjoyed how thorough she was. My nails turned out smooth, clean, and appear nearly perfect. read more

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I have been going here for a few months for a pedicure and no chip manicure/acrylic and have always been pleased with the results. Lynn is super sweet and gives excellent customer service and so does Ms. Lena. My polish normally lasts 2-3 weeks without chipping. Excellent color selection too. read more

They always do a lovely job on my nails! I got a gel manicure with a French tip and a week later it still looks great. read more

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They speak english well here. No chip mani & pedi. 55.00. They have mood changing colors. No tv on and kinda hot inside is reason for only 3stars. Cash discount. read more

Lincoln Square Nails - Mo1-mood changing no chip - Nail Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Linh is incredible! She is so kind, meticulous at her work, calm, and fully attentive. She is truly invested in customer service, constantly checking to make sure her customer is okay. The salon is clean, and fully stocked with so many different options in terms of colours and types of polish/gel/powder. There are matching no-chip and regular polishes so you can mix and match. On top of all that, my nails look amazing!!!! Thank you Linh, I will definitely be back! read more

Lincoln Square Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I had an event this past weekend so my friend made an appointment here for us. No Chicago weather would keep me form getting beautified..... Got their before our appointment started, my pedicure was quick and easy. They have their chairs that massage your back - those are heaven that I didn't want to leave the chair! I got my manicure done and my friend got her no-chip. Nice little place with a tv, drying station and plenty of colors and they offer a variety of beautified services. Though its a trek from my 'hood, it's a hidden gem on Western Ave. read more

Perfect almond nails! Lynn is great, have been coming here for years and am never disappointed:) read more

Lincoln Square Nails - Perfect almond nails! - Nail Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This is a great nail salon with wonderful service. And most importantly my no chip manicure lasts at least 2 weeks. I was still going out to my former nail tech in the suburbs because I couldn't find anyone in Lincoln Square who could do a good job. Their no chip manicure lasted two days before it started to peel and chip. Then I found Lynn- hallelujah! She promised me her manicure would last and it does. And it looks great. I'm always happy with the results and get compliments on my nails all of the time. She has so many colors to chose from and the pedicures are wonderful as well. I've been a customer for 3-4 months now and I can highly recommend this salon. read more

Lincoln Square Nails - Enjoying a glass of wine after my wonderful no chip manicure from Lynn :-) - Nail Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I always go here to get dipping powder full set and Lynn never fails me! She takes her time doing my nails to make sure that the edges are even. The outcome always looks so natural and the set lasted me for weeks and the powder was still intact. The place is very clean and the ladies are so kind and welcoming. Definitely recommend this place :) read more

Walk ins are not welcome here. They should probably change their signage and yelp page to reflect that and put "by appointment only". I live a block over and popped in to see if they could do a dip manicure - all they said was we have appt coming. Never gave me another time option to come back. Very rude. Honestly don't know why I tried to come back after the last time they did my nails and the edges were not painted and the dip just chipped off after one day. I'd rather go elsewhere even if it's farther away. Unfortunate since this place was so convenient. read more

Honestly this is the best nail salon I have experienced since moving to Chicago. Extremely clean, relaxing music- fabulous work. Found my new spot!! read more

I just moved to Lincoln Square so I was looking for a new place to get my nails done. I relied on good reviews on yelp as to why I chose to go to Lincoln Square Nails. Unfortunately, I had a terrible experience. I wanted a no chip manicure. In the process, I received two decent sized cuts on my fingers and the employee was not gentle at all. I had poor customer service where the employees only spoke to me twice the whole experience. While the second sentence was asking about her tip after she cut my fingers and was very rough with my hands. I felt so uncomfortable and not welcomed. I will not be going back to this establishment and do not recommend this place to anyone. read more

After reading the fabulous reviews on Yelp, I was super excited to check out this nail salon. And for $32 for a mani-pedi special on Wed-Thurs, that's even better. Unfortunately, I left feeling majorly disappointed. Perhaps, I should have gotten a no-chip and maybe my experience would have been better. But I went in for a regular mani-pedi. Was told to sit at the pedi chair, waited a good 15 minutes before I was worked on. The nail tech was nice enough but she didn't seem experienced. The painting job was horrible but at least my feet looked a bit better than how my nails looks. The polish was sloppily painted on my nails. Although, I can't tell if it was the paint job or the nail polish itself. During the manicure, the technician took the nail polish bottle & told her manager that it was sticky. I think they ended up adding some nail polish remover to thin it out. Well, it really didn't do the trick. I left so dissatisfied that I removed the mani-pedi 2 days later. Attended a wedding and I kid you not, other people commented on my nails and said it looked like a 5-year old painted them. Sigh....needless to say, I will not be returning. read more

I'm adding Lincoln Square Nails to my list of YES when it comes to mani/pedis. Walking in Wednesday morning there was no wait...it was just me and another customer. My technician was really sweet and the chit-chat didn't seem forced; it was nice chatting with her. My No-Chip manicure still looks great one week out. She had a great technique and the polish was applied very neatly and with good precision. When I first sat down for my pedi they handed me rings of colored tabs for all the colors of no-chip they offer. It was kind of overwhelming--this place certainly wins for variety of no chip colors. For my Pedicure, again, very good technique and neatly applied polish. I wish the the foot/leg massage had more pressure, or longer time with the hot towel application. But there is a higher priced spa pedicure so I might have to ask for that the next time I visit. Friendly vibe, clean digs. All in all a great visit. read more

Moving to the Lincoln Square neighborhood and sooo ready to get a fill-in and a desperate pedi. Looked to Yelp for reviews and advice. There are others in the area that had good reviews too but theirs seemed to be what I was looking for... Soooo happy WOW! Lynn took my badly overgrown acrylic nails and made them look like natural, well maintained, digits. Lina gave a pedi that makes me want to go back just for the leg massage before a pedi is due. They were closing early and I was worried I wasn't going to get a full experience BUT not so! Their pleasant convo, hot towels, expertise did not falter. No need to shop around for a nail place. I'll be seeing you ladies in 2 weeks :) BTW... I peeped everyone else's mani's/pedi's and fill ins and this place is definitely consistent. Cards are accepted but please tip in Cash read more

Came here off a referral from my friend. Exactly was what she explained. Nice, thorough, clean and you can't beat the 35$ mani pedi special. Very sweet employees, too. Definitely will be back. They had a plethora of nail colors and for no chip. You get a couple bucks off if you pay cash. Remember cash for tips, ladies! Street parking and it wasn't bad. Found a spot right outside. Definitely will recommend this place to others! read more

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