Loved my experience here! My nail technician took the time to make sure my nails were the same length and properly taken care of and her design was beautiful! Definitely gonna come here again read more

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Busy place close to UiC campus. Went for mother-daughter mani-pedis. Nice staff. Paid the extra for a mani that would last up to 7 days. Disappointed that mine didn't even last one day..... read more

If I could give zero stars I would. I live in the neighborhood and came in for a dipping powder mani and regular pedi and was assigned to "Helen" for both (she started with the pedicure). The pedicure was rushed but that wasn't nearly the worst part. Right before polishing my toes she brings out the electric nail file to start the process of taking off my old no chip polish. The residue that fell from this (imagine pink nail polish residue) all over my pants and feet. When I asked for a clean towel she asked "for what". I pointed to my pants and explained the obvious and she literally rolled her eyes and gave me the towel by throwing it on my lap. Mind you by this time im sitting in the pedicure chair with my nails wrapped in acetone and foil, brush nail/powder residue from my pants while Helen walks away from me. Moving on to my manicure, Helen begins to set up the uv no chip machine and I re-explain to her I want dipping powder, not uv no chip. She huffed and said "well why didn't you say that to begin with?" I calmly explained I told her three times and she retorted that she didn't hear me and I should have told her. I let her finish the service since we were so far in, however I will never come to this nail salon again. They just opened in the neighborhood and I suspect their stay will be short lived...you can't expect anyone to consistently pay $80 for abusive service. They got my money this time, but that was the last time. All the nail techs and the managers couldn't seem to care less about the manner in which they speak to customers. We need to demand better service from people who want to do business in our communities. read more

I get my hair done across the street and I stopped in on Friday to get my nails done because I had a date with my husband and I didn't want to go with my nails looking messy. I really like the look of this place, but $15 for a simple polish change is a just too much. Apparently there is this ESSE polish that's extra resilient and that's why it was so pricey. If you get regular polish, it's $10 ( still too much in my book). I really like nudes (FYI, which only come in the more expensive polish), so I had to go with the expensive one. There was absolutely nothing special about the way they polished my nails...they also did nothing besides polished my nails, so going back (at this price) is definitely going to be a NO. Also, I didn't have cash (and they strongly prefer it) so I used their ATM to a hefty $5 charge (between what their machine charges and what my bank charges for using a no-name ATM). As I sat drying my nails I see a small sign behind the register that they accept Venmo payments...definitely would have been nice to know that up front. read more

When I saw the prices online, it was too good to be true. So I had to go to the salon in person. When I first came in it was short staffed. But the minute you walk in that door, you are greeted and taken care of. I like how they do the manicure first before the pedicure. I also like how they give you an option to pay for your nails now or later. The lady who did my full set was very quick but she made sure that my nails and toes were neat. I highly recommend this nail salon. As for the prices, they are reasonable. You get what you pay for. read more

Maxwell Nail Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

While doing my nails, the nail tech started playing in his nose, wiping it/picking it. I asked him to wash his hands before he touched me again and he threw a fit about washing them, arguing with me that they didn't need washed. Mumbled something under his breath as he walked away, and then I'm pretty sure he only rinsed them. Didn't even use soap. I was so disgusted, I can't imagine the hygiene of this place when others aren't watching. The customer service is also terrible. The new management is not friendly or inviting at all. The top coat they use is super cheat and will yellow in a day or so. Save your money and go somewhere else. read more

Maxwell Nail Spa - Their cheap top coat. This is after a DAY. Yellowed and then started to chip and peel. By the end of a week it had app started to peel off. - Nail Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Spare yourself and avoid this place at all costs. Horrible experience and customer service. I came here to get a dip manicure and it was probably the worst manicure I've ever received. My nails were painted super thick and it began to chip after a week. Also, when asked if they can file my nails down some more (prior to getting my nails painted) I was told it was too late. After two weeks I went back to remove my nails with my sister. She was charged 10 dollars and I was charged 15. When asked why there was a difference considering we had the same nails, they were not receptive and refused to take anything less than 15. I will never go here again. read more

My sister and I have been looking for a nail salon in Chicago for a while, and we came across this great place. The employees are nice, caring and my nails have never looked better! I had Tammy who did a phenomenal job on my nails, and did everything I asked. I will be a regular that is for sure! read more

Maxwell Nail Spa - Loved how my coffin shaped nails turned out! - Nail Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Had a great experience here. I got a gel full set with no chip polish. My nail technician spent a lot of time making sure my nails looked the way I wanted them. She even did three coats of no chip polish where most places do 2. It's also very clean and professional. I'll be sure to go back again! read more

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Had a great experience with the salon. Be prepared to wait for a bit if you go in on a Friday evening. Being packed is a good sign, though! I believe my techs name is Chris, he did exactly what I asked for. Really friendly staff. Will visit again! read more

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Love this spot! Nails are always on point no matter who services me. Remember to bring cash if you'd like to tip.

My nail technician was Chris. He was very sweet and kept a conversation going. He was very patient with my nails and did everything nicely and not in a hurry. I've been to salons and had male nail technicians and they were not as good as Chris. The owner D was very nice, came up to me and ask how I like my nail service while I was getting my nails done. You can see that D is trying to engage with the customers which is good. This place also accepts Venmo!! Which I do not know any salons that have that which is a plus! Especially since they are located at University Village, lots of college students will think that is convenient! Overall, my service was great. I definitely think this will be my to go place for my nails. read more

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I've been going to this nail salon since it opened and they've always been so kind and their work is impeccable. read more

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They rush you my nails are so ugly. Charged me $50 for my nails and the lady Lisa who did my nail did not do a good job. She rushed. And my nails came out ugly I tried calling several times no answer and no call back, read more

Wonderful. Stopped in and the nail tech fixed my chipped nail at no charge. Thanks very much. Highly recommend.

DO NOT COME HERE. Terrible service, terrible quality, terrible experience. I went in to get my acrylics off and the PRIED OFF my nails without asking me ANYTHING. I went in to talk with the manager to get a refund for my DAMAGED nail beds, and she was extremely rude and dismissive. Did not even apologize and continued to say it was a "normal" procedure, which it definitely IS NOT. Cleanliness is VERY BAD. Especially during a pandemic, this is NOT RIGHT. Writing this review to save future customers from asking them for a refund, BECAUSE THEY WONT GIVE YOU ONE EVEN IF YOUR NAILS START BLEEDING. read more

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My pedicure was an amazing experience however a different nail technician did my acrylic manicure. She did a terrible job shaping my nails, pushing my cuticles back, & painting (which is obviously the bulk of a nail techs job). I asked for an almond shape when she took her file out but she failed to shape any of the nails correctly- some ended up being oval, some rounded square, & 2 of the nails I had broken initially (she glued tips on) didn't match or meet at the sides of my nails. My nails not only weren't filed to the correct shape but not even the correct length. I thought maybe to give her a chance so I thought she'd get back to it after she drill filed my nails. So moving forward, instead of pushing my cuticles back, she drill filed them which left little cuts on 7 of 10 of my fingers. From there, I finally vocalized my concerns in regards to her shaping & offered to shape them myself if she still had an issue doing them herself. She gave me the file & I went to work for 10 minutes. (If I am paying for full service, I expect for full service. So, no, I shouldn't be filing my own nails.) When it came down to painting, there were parts of my nails that didn't have a top coat on it. When I asked for her to repaint another top coat to cover the spots she missed, she made a smart remark, "So paint the cuticle?". I answered as politely as I could but I wanted to snap back. No. Paint the entirety of the nail. Smh I don't have much leisure time but I specifically take time out of the week to pamper myself & I entrust my nail techs to take care of me. Again, the nail tech that performed my pedicure was amazing. My concern & complaints are geared toward the 2nd nail tech. If you are not going to perform with the accuracy & efficiency that is required of you, it's probably best not to perform at all. Or perhaps, practice or work as an apprentice until you are able to perform correctly. read more

Convenient location but horrible service. I made a reservation for 10:30a today for a pedicure and just sat for 20 minutes soaking because they had taken other customers. I just got up and left. Another time I showed up at 10a when they open and the doors were locked. I called to ask what was going on and they said it was snowing so they weren't open. I'm it's Chicago it always snows. Do yourself a favor go somewhere else!!!! What a waste of my time!!!! read more

This place is not what it used to be, will definitely be looking for a new nail shop. The care and quality the old tech's brought to the table is long gone. read more

I'm going to post pictures and let them speak for themselves. I literally walked out the salon and took these pictures because I'm pretty frustrated with this place. Ive been here at least a dozen times and can not get any kind of consistency out of this place. I keep trying to give it a chance and I'm disappointed. To be fair the pedicures are decent but I WOULD NOT do dipped nails here unless it's by Lisa. Other than that stay clear. They don't properly take off dipped nail nor do they apply it correctly. I got dipped nails and you can see that my nails are uneven, the old dipped polish is still showing through in the corner of my nails, my cuticles are uneven, and they didn't bother putting on lotion or massaging my hands when done. I even still have a hang nail! They are literally just filing people in and out and not taking nail care seriously. I'm sorry but I can't go back to this place anymore. read more

Maxwell Nail Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This place was so pleasant! One of my biggest concerns for nail salons is cleanliness and this place was spotless. So spacious and bright. Chris, who did my full set, did an amazing job and really took in consideration what I wanted. They have a large color selection. Offer both regular polish, gel and SNS. Prices are very reasonable and they even offer 10% for UIC students. I think I found my new spot in the city!! read more

It was lots of stares, talking, pointing, and laughing at me and my significant other when we came here. I was going to get both of my feet and nails, but no they were completely rude. I will not come here again. I hope this review is a learning experience that they cannot do customers like that. I already don't understand what they were saying fully, but with the fluency I have, I did not like what they were saying. People of color be aware. Our feet was rushed as well, just very funky attitudes in this place read more

The man doing my nails WIPED HIS SNOT ON MY HAND. Not to mention his mask was UNDER his nose and when I asked him to put on the mask correctly, he was very dismissive and refused. He started itching his nose and it was running and I COULD SEE THE SNOT. It was utterly disgusting. Wouldn't give me a refund, getting a covid test right now because I'm so worried for my own health. Someone call the police or health inspector on this place because there was even a PREVIOUS review that said the same thing!! The man picked his nose and continued with the nails! He was extremely rude and the manager was even more rude! Don't look at the moderate prices and think it's a good deal. Save yourself the horror and go somewhere else. read more

This was my fourth time visiting and I usually get serviced by the same tech (Tina), however, my experience was absolutely horrible! I spent a whole hour there and left very unsatisfied! I asked for overlay on both big toes and they were crooked! I asked for them to be fixed and they did not correct it! Another tech took a look and she could not fix it! The owner came to take a look and they all talked about me in their language with pointing at my feet! I asked for them to take off the acrylic and they did, but they still charged me for a full service! I refused to pay and they called the police! The police even was on my side after showing them pictures. I ended up paying half for a service that I didn't receive! The owner and one of the techs were very hostile with me and the police even thought I remained calm in the situation! I DON'T RECOMMEND THIS SHOP AT ALL! THE POLICE TOLD ME TO REPORT TO THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU!! read more

Maxwell Nail Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Didn't even get my nails done here! Asian man at front door is probably one of the rudest people I've encountered EVER at a nail salon. He pulls out a drill and I say no that's not for me and tells me he can't do my nails. They clearly don't believe in good nail maintenance. They expect for you to pay them to destroy your fucking nail bed. read more

They do nails great , a bit of a wait . Hard to hear as they are always packed which is sometimes a good and bad thing but generally good price no complaints :) read more

Worst pedicure ever. 15 minutes?? That says it all. The guy was in a hurry, sloppy, didn't clip my cuticles, and got polish all over my cuticles. When I asked him to get the polish off the cuticles, he pouted and tried to do it. I came home with polish still all over my cuticles. Yikes!!! read more

Really horrible place, and fairly pricey. Customer service is terrible. I came in on a Friday to get my nails done.. the lady didn't even talk to me and just gave me gestures. The next day I was not doing anything; I picked up my phone and a nail broke. I went in today (Tuesday, i called monday) and as soon as I explained the situation to one of the nail techs they All start speaking a different language and start laughing.. it was a very uncomfortable situation. The girl who took care of me just kept pulling my hand, and was distracted the entire time. On top of everything they tried to charge me.. horrible experience. Never going back read more

This is my go to place for nails for the University/ Little Italy area of the city. I did not have an appointment and they were accommodating and I only waited 10 minutes. They have an array of over 250+ colors to choose from for gel and regular polish. They also have chrome powder for an additional charge. I have been here 8-10 times and they always do an amazing job. Also, they accept Venmo and Quickpay as options to pay. read more

I have mixed reviews on this place. I came in yesterday afternoon as a first time client for a full set. The nail technician (Danny) who did my nails seemed upset when I asked if he could cut them shorter and was very rough with me. I felt like he was rushing and if I asked a question or asked for shorter nails, I was being an inconvenience. One thing I noticed when my technician sat down was that he started a stop watch. I looked around and noticed a stop watch and every station. Not some clients want to see. Especially when paying $55 for services that would have cost $30 up the street. They also did not use any lotion on my hands or a hot towel. Makes me think what was I paying for! I don't think I will be returning. PS. They also no longer give the 10% discount to UIC student. read more

Kim, she's a sweet lady who did my pedi meni.. clean with her work.. won't be disappointed

Today was my 4th visit to this salon. Usually the place is quiet or without a lot of customers. But today because of the Holiday, the salon was busy. Many students getting their nail done. When it was time for me to get my nails done, I asked the owner to wipe down the area where 3 students were talking and socializing. I asked him if he had any wipes or Lysol spray to wipe down the station. I tried to explain to him quietly that I was leaving the country in the morning and I didn't want to get sick with Covid-19. Seemed like a reasonable request to me. But instead the owner got upset and start talking loud. He told me he didn't have time to do my nails because he had a 5 pm appt. He was clearly upset that I had asked him to wipe down the station. He told me his wife would do my nails which meant I had to wait another 25 min. When I asked the wife to wipe down the station, she rolled her eyes and sighed very loudly like I was bothering her. What is wrong with people? Covid-19 is still raging and people are still dying!. As a paying customer, I thought my request was reasonable. Do not go here. They are not clean. They refused to wipe down station and they don't have any Lysol! I will not be going back! read more

They are super nice! They are super detail oriented to make sure the polish and design is laid out right. I recommend them! I also suggest you call in advance to reserve so you're not waiting a while since they get frequent walk ins read more

Tried going here again & they've gotten worse. She filed down my nails that took me forever to grow out, she wouldn't even clean around the nail! Me and my friends are done giving this place a chance. My nails look better when I do them myself read more

If there was an option to give zero stars I would. Unfortunately my review is not based on the quality of their work bc I was not actually able to get my nails done here. My review is based on the horrible customer service. I made an appointment and arrive on time but was ignored for a full 15 minutes. There were employees just sitting around taking great efforts to avoid eye contact with me. I began to feel uncomfortable and asked when my chair would be ready. The respond I received from the man I spoke to was shocking. He scolded me for being late (which I wasn't!) and told me I was at the bottom of their list which was fine I guess but there were employees standing around doing nothing but avoiding eye contact with me so it was pretty clear they never planned to seat me. After that I left and have never returned. There is no reason to give your money to people that act this way. read more

The workers there were not very welcoming. During my gel polish change on my toes, the pedicurist dropped my polish. I could already tell that polish itself was old, because it took her several coats for my toes to look evenly painted. Although I had no extreme problems with my service, I think there needs to be more training or regulation... Or SOMETHING . read more

This place is honestly such crap. Such a prime location if only another nail spa occupied this space. They are always rude and their service and quality is horrendous. There's only ONE lady there that is nice and does a nice job. The rest of these people are not friendly. Nor are they organized. They tell you a certain time then it ends up being longer than what they said. Do not waste your $$ here. They don't care about you or the service they provide. read more

I got there at 10am and she finished at 11 am, so i didn't wait that long. How ever I asked her for coffin nails and she gave me ballerina. I also asked her to make my ring finger nail more opaque and she didn't. 4 of my nails were crooked and she said "she wasn't done yet" and she never ended up fixing them even when she was "done". I called yesterday and they told me it would be $35 but they charged me $50 today. The lady who was doing my nails was rude to me and also very aggressive with my nails. read more

First time here, I was not impressed. Professional is not a word I would use to describe this place. A had a man do my pedicure, not sure how experienced he is, he did not speak English, I was not pleased with him. We made a group appointment, when we showed up, they had booked us on the following day. They were empty so they took us, 5 ladies. Then their 3:30 showed up for her appointment. The only woman who spoke English was so rude to her, making up excuses of why they couldn't see her. They do not honor their scheduled appointments. read more

I've been here multiple times before but do not live in the area anymore and was trying to find a shop closer to home but after coming here this past weekend I know I will make the trip. I came in for a pedicure and a dip powder. The pedicure was great and my feet look/ feel amazing. I'm not sure on the young lady who did my pedicure but she was polite and made sure my feet were taken care of properly. My nails were done by Danny and when I say he did amazing work I was so incredibly happy leaving this place. I showed him a picture of a shape and he captured it perfectly. He also does a great job with making the dip powder look as natural as possible without a lot of filing around the cuticle. Overall the shop is comfortable, clean and welcoming. The staff is very friendly and they accept many different payment methods making the whole process very smooth. Love this place! read more