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Mahalo Nail Spa

4.0 (256 reviews)
PriceyNail Salons
Open 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

Services - Mahalo Nail Spa

Nail fill-in

Toe nail fill-in

Hand nail fill-in

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Hand and toe nail fill-in

Manicure

Manicure and pedicure

Pedicure

Nail polish change

Toe polish change

Hand polish change

Hand and toe polish change

Nail polish removal

Toe polish removal

Hand polish removal

Hand and toe polish removal

Nail repair

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Mia C.

I have been coming here since I was 15. I am now 23. I would force my dad to drive 30 min from Rosemount all the way to Uptown every 2 weeks so I could come and get my nails done. I have only ever gotten acrylics at two other places and both times I was really disappointed. Mahalo is where it's at. They are almost always ready to seat me the second I get there. They're kind and friendly, even though I am not super talkative lol. The place itself is pretty and very clean. I have probably gotten my nails done by every single person that works there and think they are all amazing. I've always been a HUGE fan of different, over the top, fun nails and they deliver exactly what I'm looking for every time. I wash dishes and waitress for my job so my nails get a lottttt of work lol, and they usually last 3+ weeks if I don't go get them refilled. My charms hardly ever fall off either. Which is insane with the amount of stuff I have to do with my hands and how rough I am with them. If you bring them a photo, they can replicate it. The only things that are a slight downside is the price and I have to bring in my own charms sometimes to make sure they have them. Neither are really a big deal for me because my nails come out so perfect every time. I will always come here and I will always recommend people to come here! I get so many compliments on my nails every time I get them done and go out. Every one is always asking me where I get them done and I point them here (:

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Olabisi P.

I love this Salon. It's one of my favorite nail salons in the cities. Anytime I try to go somewhere else to save a couple dollars. It's never worth it in the end. Let's be for real, getting your nails done these days are pricy. It's located in uptown and all the nail technicians are pretty well versed. I've gone in there multiple times with what I think I want and always end up going with their recommendations. They even offer a card for you to come back and they'll fix your dip or gel for free if you have any chips(time is different) It's very clean and the decor and ambience is great. They usually have some top 40 music going on. With very comfortable seating. Somewhere to hang your purse! I've had their manicure(gel and dip) and pedicures. Both fantastic. They also have a wide range of stones, gels , colors so they should be able to cater to any design you want although it gets pricy. I let Lynn freestyle on my nails when I went in. And it was pretty cool! Overall. Love it. I don't enjoy driving here cause you have to pay for parking. And sometimes if you go at noon the street can be super busy but it's not terrible. I'm just lazy haha. They do have a paid parking lot too. Plus it's located right next to a Buffalo Wild Wings so you can grab some food too! Love it Go ahead and try it!

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Nimo A.

I had such an amazing experience staff is so welcoming and warm I haven't done my nails for a min I let the girl know and she was gentle she took her time and they came out beautiful like perfect sadly I don't know her name but I'm going back on Friday to get my feet done I'm so happy I found a new home . I'll drop a pic.

Debra F.

I had to take a Lyft to two salons before I found Mahalo. I flew in earlier that day and my nails were top priority. I walked in and showed Annie how bad my nails were and she understood the assignment :) I was in dire need of a dip manicure and Lavie saved the day! She was nice enough to take me close to closing and she did a great job! One of my nails was split and she fixed it in no time. I had the best conversation with Lavie and Annie! They told me all about the local area and where all the great spots to eat were. We talked about the events around town and places I could go for scenic parks. They were both warm and welcoming...I felt like a regular customer. I had the best time and it made the experience all around top rated! Every time I visit Minneapolis, I will be coming here!

Yall cannot tell me that Nary didn't eat this upppp! Thank you so much had a great time here with my friends and absolutely will be back!

Nary @ Mahalo is a super star she captured the vision and over delivered I don't usually do much to my nails but I love love loveeee the way they turned out and only wish I did more charms! 100/10 experience every time with this salon!

Acrylic Christmas set

Got me in same day and did a great job. Took off my old nails too and did a custom design. Very talented staff. Prepare to pay for quality work.

Jakesa T.

I feel like it's really hit or miss whenever I come here nowadays. Lately I've been getting nail techs that do a sloppy job. I've been leaving feeling very disappointed and that I've wasted my money. the prices keep changing too based on who does my nails which is super frustrating. A small heart design on 1 finger went from $5 to $15 in a matter of 2 weeks--unreal! Today I asked for my nails to be a little shorter, but she cut them too short AND changed the shape AND blamed me for saying I wanted them shorter saying they don't look as nice. I think I'm going to have to give this place a rest for a while or request specific people. Lily was NOT it.

French Tip matte with palm trees and Jamaican flag

They ate downnnn !!!! Very Demure very mindful great vibe they were very friendly and warming just know that if you come u have to pay parking because there is no parking able on the street and it's best to make an appointment before you go to save time

Brooke W.

I am obsessed with Mahalo and have been happy with my service every time. Definitely schedule ahead of time and do not risk walking in since they're usually booked out. They do a variety of nail shapes, trends like chrome and glaze, and can replicate pretty much any design you'd like.

Dip powder with tips
Kysa M.

I am so happy with my nails! I showed Ha T a picture of what I wanted, and although we had some miscommunication at first, I walked out of the salon with the exact style that I was hoping for. The salon provides warranty cards for gel, dipping powder, and crystal design services. I was happy to know that if anything went wrong once I left, I could come back to get it complimentarily fixed! It has been two weeks since I got my nails done and they are still in excellent condition. Mahalo Nail Spa is on the more expensive end for nail services, but the quality and care that they provide makes it completely worth it. Tip: Mahalo Nail Spa is operating by appointment-only due to COVID. They only take appointments one day in advance, so call early in the day to make sure you get an appointment at your desired time!

Pedicure chairs.
Kaitlin U.

Booked 2 pedis for Saturday morning on Thursday as a birthday gift for myself. I messaged Mahalo on Yelp and they got back to me quickly and confirmed our appointments, which was a convenient alternative to calling. We showed up a couple minutes late but I think we were part of the first appointments. I was glad to wait because we had so many polish choices and the holding area was clean and pretty. The chairs for the pedicures were nice and the baths for your feet were very clean and pretty. Each nail artist had a clean, sealed kit of tools which I don't think I've ever seen, so I was really impressed with the cleanliness of Mahalo! Our nail artists were very friendly and professional. I am thrilled with my nails!! I can't wait to come back. Also -- they give you a little gift bag after your service!!!! I've never had that before. So nice. -- UPDATE -- Sad to update this review with my mom's big toe paint almost totally peeled off. We'd go back but don't have time today. Shoot.

Dip powder manicure on natural nails
Stephanie W.

Needed a quick fix and found this place on Yelp. They slid me in with an evening appointment. Got a quick, efficient, and neat dip powder manicure. Doris is excellent!

Nails in good condition three weeks later.  No lifting or cracking.  Minimal wear on edges.  Quality work.

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Best dip mani and gel pedi I have had in years! I was visiting the area and discovered this great nail spa close to my hotel.

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The nail techs are all amazing! My nails lasted with none of them breaking. I'll be back when I go to visit my daughter in college again.

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This shop has amazing nail techs. Super friendly staff and clean space. I will definitely be back!

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10/10 would recommend, the place is nice, great costumer service and they do a great job

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I have been having a hard time finding good nail spots that really can get my calluses. This place has done the best thus far in MN.

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Ask the Community - Mahalo Nail Spa

How easy are they to understand?

When you mean this, what do you even mean? They are pretty clear and thorough with their job. If you are assuming who the workers are and assuming language barrier, that is… Read more

How much is it for a full set acrylic, the whole total for shape, paint, etc...?

They ask that you call for prices

How much does it cost for a full set, gel color, and custom designs, 3D acrylic art & jewels on each nail? I am guessing approx. $80 - $100, but just wanted to verify. Thank you!

Way more than that. I got a gel pedi the stone massage and full set with gel polish and my bill was $103. You'll have to pay for shape, gel, 3d, and stones.

How much do they charge for a gel polish acrylic full set?

$65, you also get charged $5 for the nail shape, $5-$10 for the nail design, and $5-$15 for the nail polish color. It is very pricey!

Do they charge extra to remove current gel manicures?

Yes they do

At mahalo nail salon do you get to choose what you want, let's say if you saw something on the Internet and you really wanted that design that they can make or would you have to choose something that they had at the nail salon?

Yes they do almost anything

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Review Highlights - Mahalo Nail Spa

Liam, the owner, keeps up to date on all the nail trends and I highly doubt there is a design he can't do!

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