The best nail place around, hands down! I have always felt a little uneasy at nail salons due to anxiety from feeling judged or out of place, but from the moment I stepped in the door, Mai & Hank made me feel so welcomed. Both of them take their time and always stop to ask if you are comfortable and happy with the shape, color, etc. They place extra emphasis on prepping your nails before polish, which is one of the reasons I think my nails last so long. Please keep in mind that it is only the two of them working, so they may not be able to take you on short notice. However, in the past they have kept my name down and called when someone else cancels which I greatly appreciate! Also note that it is located on Main Street so will have to find street parking. read more

Metuchen Nail Spa is an outstanding nail salon. I visited for the first time after being disappointed by two other salons in the area. Hank was incredibly accommodating and made time for me before a beach trip, which I really appreciated. I requested a nail design that resembled melting ice cream, and Hank was meticulous in getting every detail just right. He checked in with me throughout the process to make sure I was happy before curing each nail. The final result was so creative and perfect for summer. What I didn't expect was that the manicure would end up in a very special photo; my partner proposed that weekend, and the nails ended up being part of a moment I'll never forget. I'm genuinely grateful for the care and attention Hank put into his work. Had I gone to one of the other salons, I know I would've been disappointed. I don't think I would have been as excited to share photos from that day. (It sounds ridiculous, but I'm sure many women can relate.) I highly recommend Metuchen Nail Spa if you're looking for attention to detail and excellent customer service. read more

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Inside is so clean and modern and bright. Loved the amount of Colors offered and how they present the options so you can see what it looks like. I got a spa pedicure and treated my friend to a gel mani $35 and spa pedi $50. Great place to try! read more

So on my never-ending quest to find a fantastic nail tech. Got my nails done here. She did a decent job. Pedicure was nice. The chair was comfortable, the girl did a leg massage and a nice job on my toenails. The manicure was good. It would've been a better experience if they were nice when you walk in because they weren't, I don't need Anyone to kiss up to me but "hello how are you? What is your name? I am so and so" is nice since you have to sit there with the person in close proximity for over an hour. If going to a place where they are friendly and give you the time of day when you walk in is your thing, this will not be the spot for you. The price was reasonable for the level of skill applied but not sure if I will go back because of the unwelcoming vibe. If I had any advice for the business owners, it would be to welcome your clients when they walk in not look at them like they are about to panhandle when they walk in for an appointment. I really felt like I was walking into somewhere I shouldn't be. I was instantly uncomfortable upon walking in. During the service a "hello, how are you?" Would be nice as well since the entirety of my manicure was nonverbal to a point where it felt awkward. Nina the nail tech had no issues cracking jokes to her coworkers though, God only knows what was being said. I like to be able to talk to my nail tech comfortably when asking for a nail shape to be a certain way or for my cuticles to be cut, etc., especially when I'm spending $150. Customer service here is the worst I've ever encountered getting my nails done. Not sure I will be back, I may continue looking for a better balance. I get these services once every 3 to 4 weeks and I do consider it a luxury service, I would like to feel like my business is appreciated. Believe it or not, it makes a big difference on whether or not people return to a business. I would've given them at least 4 stars if they were pleasant at all. But they especially Nina- were rude. ***UPDATE*** My $95 + tip manicure is 9 hours old and I've already lost a stone. I asked the tech (Nina) specifically if she was using glue or gel for the stones (the jar very obviously looked like gel- the heavy duty glue for stones comes in a tube) She said "it's gel glue." Never going back. Update* Day 3.5- 6 stones gone and counting. Cuticles look worse than they did when I went in for the appointment. Stopped by Blue Swan nails in Edison- received the warmest welcome upon walking in and made an appt w them to fix this mess. My advice- go to a business where you and your money are treated with respect. My rating is down from a 4 to a 1. There is no longevity to her work and now I have to pay again to have it repaired. Bye bye. read more

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very lovely business. The owners were very accommodating. I loved my pedicure and my manicure and so did my girlfriend. They did a great job. Also the atmosphere is very peaceful. Nice place to go and Luxuriate. read more

I got a Halloween acrylic set done here. Although I admit the design was a bit complex, my nail tech guy (Hank) did his very best and it looked amazing for his capabilities (it was supposed to be bats but I changed it to ghosts and only one of them looks not as up to standards as the others). They are a great couple who runs this business. I was there for about 2 hours. The place is clean and organized but doesn't have a modern look. I love the textures that these game and they lasted for a while before my nails were too grown out. Paying in cash is preferred but you can pay with card too. They also have a high school discount, which I think is so sweet. I plan to go back for a pedicure or another set of nails. read more

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Love this nail spa! This is literally your classic mom and pop store where they know your name, remember facts about your life, and genuinely care about you. Great prices and always great gel manicures. They never overbook you with another client unlike other salons I've been to. Call to make an appointment, yoi won't regret it! read more

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Whenever I go to other nail salons , I'm feel the intensity of the stress from an employee or the passive aggressive attitudes. Mai and Hank makes me feel like I'm visiting my relatives homes . They take their time doing my nails and keep in check if it's exactly how I want the nail shapes to look and feel. I always get so many complements on my cute nails thanks to Mai's artistic skills If I come with a photo she recreates it in her style. Even with the tip, the prices here are very affordable compared to other places I used to go. I go here for the tranquil atmosphere , cute AF designs and the kindest owners. The cherry on top, they always look forward to me returning for my refills which truly makes me feel welcomed . They take extra precautions with the proper covid safety procedures with the temperature check, patrons to sanitize their hands before entering and everyone is spaced far apart. read more

Metuchen Nail Spa - lavender french nails with sparkles - Nail Salons Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

My go to nail spa for almost 20 years. Mai and Hank are amazing and hard working. Thank you for always taking care of me! read more

Metuchen Nail Spa - By Mai - Nail Salons Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

This place is great! It's a husband and wife duo doing the absolute best they can during COVID. I came for a pedicure and they did such a wonderful job; lots of attention to detail with water temperature, nail length, and a lovely foot massage! Overall I was in there roughly one hour including drying time. I'm not that fussy when it comes to colour, but if you are just be aware that they don't have endless options so try to have a backup option in case they don't have the shade you want. My guess is that due to the pandemic they haven't restocked all options, so try to keep that in mind. What's the best part? They don't make you pay until YOU are ready to leave. It's wonderful! I will definitely be coming back here and supporting this local business! read more

Metuchen Nail Spa - Excuse my frog-like feet. This is my pedicure from today! - Nail Salons Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

Had a wonderful experience at this salon! The guy who did my nails (I forgot his name) was very accommodating and wanted to make sure i was satisfied with my nails throughout the entire process. He encouraged me to be honest if I didn't like something, or to just let him know if i wanted something to be thinned out more/ shaped more accurately to my preference. I appreciate him for frequently checking in with me to see if I was happy or wanted something to be fixed. Because of that, my nails came out exactly as I envisioned! I also really liked how he explained his techniques, I learned a lot about acrylic nail application through him! Lol. Just keep in mind that it's just him and his wife working at the salon, and they seem to have a good amount of customers. While I was getting my nails done, my technician picked up the phone numerous times and/or helped customers stopping in my buy gift certificates for the holiday season. I wasn't bothered by this because I understood it's just him and his wife running the place, but I assume it may be bothersome to others. read more

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Metuchen Nail Spa is fantastic! I have been going to Metuchen Nail Spa for over 4 years! I come every two weeks for a gel fill-in and every 4 weeks for a pedicure. Yes, like all of you I have tried many many Nail Salons. They are always good, until they are not. But not at Metuchen Nail Spa. The Salon is owned by a couple and it's just the two of them. The gel manicure with tips is done so so well. I never lose a nail and my nails are not too thick or too wide. They call it "Slim nails" lol. And the pedicure includes a sugar scrub which is marvelous! Almost all of Metuchen Nail Spa's reviews are 5 stars as is mine, but I thought it very important to do a review at this time. You see their business is very slow due to the pandemic. And they are so wonderful that I wanted to let you all know.about them! And now you can get an appointment which used to be a bit difficult ! So if you want your hands and toes to look and feel great, give them a call! read more

First time customer. I experienced great customer service on the phone for a same day appointment and once I got there as well. I was warmly greeted and accommodated. The place is very relaxed. I got a gel manicure, which came out okay. I really like the way Mai took her time removing my existing gel polish and addressing my nails and cuticles, as one of my big pet peeves is a nail tech who is in a rush. She took her time. As far as the end product, as you can see from the pic, my cuticles could be neater. That one finishing touch would have made me more satisfied. My experience was a 3.5. I rounded up for friendly and prompt service. read more

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I was on a hunt to find a nail salon that would NOT overcharge on gel manicure and regular pedicure m. Thanks to other yelpers, I found this little gem. I'm glad I called to book an appointment and at first, they told me they're book for the evening and all day Saturday until 2pm. I decided to take a certain appointment later on during the weekday, provided my name and number. Minutes later I received a call that someone canceled their 6pm appointment. I took that appointment. As soon as I arrived, I was greeted and was told to go pick out a color and that they are running a bit behind schedule. There are 3 staff, 2 men and 1 woman doing pedicures, manicures, full set and waxing. I guess because it's the Friday evening before the holiday weekend, they were fully booked but not to the point where I'd waited too long. Although they do take walk-in, I recommend scheduling an appointment for a better experience. I heard they also turn walk-ins away too if they're fully booked. The service was friendly. The place is quiet and a bit awkward when no one is talking but I didn't mind looking at my Facebook messages while getting my pedicure done. Overall, I love my pedicure and gel manicure! I will be coming here again. Parking is off street but I was told from the staff here that after 6pm, it's meter free. There is also a public meter parking lot behind the salon. read more

Best nail salon in town! They're kind, respectful, considerate, attentive, and good at their job. Many beautiful colors to choose from

Excellent service. The place was sanitary with knowledgeable workers. Long lasting flawless nails. Will certainly go back!!!!! read more

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I LOVED this place. It is owned by a husband and wife so they only take 2 customers at a time. You must make a reservation. Because of this, it was so relaxing. I loved having all of the attention, and it didn't feel rushed at all. The woman was so lovely. I wish I lived close enough to make it my "nail place", but unfortunately, I was only there as my daughter attended a camp at Rutgers. My friend and I were talking about driving the hour just so we have the whole nail salon to ourselves. The reason I give it 4 stars and not 5 is because it is definitely outdated inside and does not have a spa feel... that might not be for everyone. I also didn't see Essie or OPI nail polish as an option, so if you like a specific brand, which I do, I suggest you bring your own. read more

I can not say enough good things about this place. Hank and Mai are amazing. I just got my nails done and a waxing for my wedding on Saturday and I could not be happier. This amazing couple goes above and beyond every time I see them. read more

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I have found my new salon. After three years of looking I found this place. Super nice couple that own it and Mai is awesome she did an amazing job today as you can see she is super talented. Thank you so much. As far as current day situations. They make you sign in and take your temperature and have sanitizer everywhere. They are by appointment so there was only like 2 other people while I was there. Overall great experience read more

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Dip Powder Christmas nails by Mai. A little sparkle for the season. Mai is open to ideas for a fun creative design. These almond shaped nails get lots of compliments read more

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I've been waiting to write this review so that I could see how my pedicure holds up, and I'm glad to report that it has held up. There are no chips or peeling in the polish. I got my pedicure about 4 weeks ago so no complaints with how long a pedicure lasts. It took exactly 30 minutes from start to finish as the technician said it would. There is no heavy duty foot massage involved if that's what you're expecting, I believe they have a spa pedicure if you're looking for a little more TLC. That said, she did take her time through all the steps and didn't rush. Plus, in these corona times, they've done a fantastic job implementing corona protocols. These include temperature taking, dividers between technicians and customers, and socially distanced seats. Overall, I would highly recommend Metuchen Nail Spa for a quality pedicure at affordable prices. read more

I'm IN LOVE with this place!!! Wish I could give it 10 out of 5 stars!! We tried to make an appointment with them last week but they hadn't put us down (which was totally fine! everyone makes mistakes!!) and my friend and I decided to reschedule, but one of the owners said that he would do our nails for us after closing which was super nice of them even when we asked if they were sure it was okay!! I got a gel manicure and my friend got acrylics, and they came out perfect! Also, the hand massage at the end of the manicure was the best thing I've ever felt in my entire life!!!! They went above and beyond our expectations and I am definitely, 100% coming back here again!! Made my first experience getting my nails done amazing!! read more

Metuchen Nail Spa - Green UV polish with a simple white rose on the ring finger!! Inspired by the anime Attack On Titan! - Nail Salons Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

My new go to place. Prices are amazing, the place is clean and their work is out of this world. read more

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The service here is very good. The ladies are very professional. They use very good quality nail polish, gels dips. It's all up-to-date and the vibe is absolutely great here. read more

First time customer and I will be back! Owner did my nails and he was incredible! Very talented and also very sweet. So happy with my nails!!!! read more

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I moved to the area about a year ago and first order of business was finding a new nail salon. Mai has been doing my nails for the past year and she is the only manicurist who has convinced me to do something other than a French. They have the dip powder which I love and had used prior, however, I have never seen so many dip colors! I prefer dip because it is more flexible, less fumes, and doesn't require a UV light. Also, this salon is much cheaper than my previous salon. Always make an appointment and you can expect to wait a little bit before you get seated. This gives you time to grab a slice next door or go to the bank because they prefer cash and for tips the only except cash. I recommend this salon and Mai. read more

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I don't get my nails done often but I will be on vacation soon so I decided, why not? When I went there were only 3 people working so if you are on a schedule I would make the appointment. Otherwise it is not too bad of a wait. No bells and whistles at this place. The woman who did my nails was kind and I enjoyed talking with her. I asked for almond nails and she shaped them perfectly! She gave honest advice on whether I should try a French with that shape (she advised against it) and very helpful with the nail art when I was hesitant. If I didn't like it she could remove it. No worries. I appreciated how honest she was. She would rather have me like the way my nails looked over having the extra 5$. She didn't try to convince me to keep it. I did love the design though so I kept it anyway! Update: on 8/28/17 I noticed a tiny tiny chip on my right thumb. Honesty not very noticeable. And I had gone jet skiing the day before on choppy waves so keeping that in mind I'd still recommend going here. read more

Metuchen Nail Spa - Pretty flower art! Almond shaped just how I wanted! - Nail Salons Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

I got a dip mani and Mai did an amazing job. She was meticulous about filing and shaping. I came in with one broken nail and she fixed it so that you can't even tell. Even though I got dip, my nails don't look thick like acrylic. She charged me $5 extra (because my nails were long or it was for the matte gel topcoat I'm not sure) so $40 in total. read more

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My first visit here turned out to be pretty good. I got my basic mani pedi done, took exactly 1.5 hr in and out. Helpful staff, great service and value for money! They take walk ins but calling ahead to make an appointment is a better way to go. Street parking is free after 6pm on weekdays. They accept credit cards but prefer to take cash. read more

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Customer service is amaaazing. They kept asking if I was okay and if my nails were the way I wanted. My two index fingers peeled up but after 2.5 weeks. I'm a huge fan and will make this my new go to place read more

The owner who did my nails was soooo nice, so considerate, asked me questions of how I wanted my nails during the whole process. I think my nails came out so nice and I'm a big fan of this place now!! Will definitely return read more

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I have been looking for a go-to nail place since I moved to NJ and this place is fantastic. Its owned by an Asian couple and Mai, owners wife, did my dip powder manicure today and she did an awesome job. She was meticulous, asked how I liked shape etc and was very nice. The place has a mom-and-pop feel to it right down to the location. I will definitely be coming here from now on. read more

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This was my first time at this nail salon, and I'll be back! The couple who own it are so sweet and welcoming. Prices are reasonable as well - I paid $25 for this regular manicure with a design and 2 tips (to match the length of the rest of the nails). read more

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It was my first time at the salon and i read all the reviews before hand, and just the the reviews my nails came out amazing . The guy did my nails and he was so friendly and told me if I don't like the shape or anything let him know. He was the best and so patient. He took the time to do my nails even though they had a customer waiting that made an appointment. I would come back and get my nails done again. read more

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Mai was fabulous! Great manicure and great experience. I'll definitely be coming back! read more

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This place is amazing! I went in for the first time today for a dip manicure. Mai took her time and made sure I was really happy with my nails before leaving. They turned out beautiful, I will definitely be returning. read more

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Still in love with Metuchen Nail Spa, every time I leave I am so happy and excited to show off my nails. The owners are the nicest people ever, and I truly look forward to my appointments. Adding more pictures of their work. Please support them!! read more

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I needed a new nail salon after relocating to this area from another state, and I am so glad I found this place! I've been here twice so far (both week nights after work)- once as a walk-in, and once with an appointment, and both times I've had great experiences. The owners are extremely welcoming and friendly, the prices are very reasonable (I was paying $10 more at my last place for the exact same service- and this place is just as good, if not better), and the place is very clean. Both times I've gone, my gel manicures have come out perfectly! The owners are very meticulous and helpful, and ask you exactly what you want before starting. I have definitely made this place my go-to nail salon and look forward to trying out other services here as well. read more

I finally found a nail salon i love in this area! Ive lived and worked in metuchen for 5 yrs. Very professional and respectful people, also Phang did my nails so great. I didn't have a appointment and he still did my nails. I will definitely be back. I also struggle with biting my nails which he gave me advice on that as well. I definitely would recommend this nail salon. Thank you guys! read more

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Could not be happier with my French gel manicure. I have recently moved to the area and have had a hard time finding a nail salon. The people were kind and helpful and the price was fair. Cannot wait to go back ! read more

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