Posting this as a second hand review from non-yelper female friends who have all had terrible experiences here. I don't know why they push the gel polish so hard, but the consensus is that you'll get the high pressure sales pitch to get it done to the point you feel awkward getting regular polish. Then, when you come back to get the gel removed, not only will they charge an extra $5 just to remove it, they will cause you some PAIN scrubbing it off. No concept of being gentle, they'll cause perfectly strong nails to crack and chip, and your fingers will feel the effects literally for weeks. Yikes. read more

I was in town on a long business trip and needed a gel fill in and a pedicure. I read the reviews which seemed mixed but i really needed to go and it was on my walk back to the hotel so I went and was impressed from walking in... decided to go. The first night was so booked he gave a wait time of "30" minutes- I was actually impressed because most salons say 10 minutes and its never 10 minutes - you end up waiting 30 minutes. I asked if the next night was better and he said yes. I did go back the next evening and the same time and was whisked away and put my feet in hot water. NICE!! I had Tammy and her mom (combo team) and she was wonderful. I had a nagging ingrown toe nail and Tammy worked on it until she relieved my pain - I was VERY grateful, and also happy she spoke great English. because if the great reviews on eyebrows I decided at the end of the night to get my eye brows done and was also pleased. My skin is super sensitive so she suggested that she do it the old fashioned way of plucking... Thank you Tammy - that was a great experience and when Im in town again I will pop over for a visit. read more

Over the past year, my experience with Nail Tech has gone downhill when it comes to eyebrow waxing. The past few times my eyebrows were not perfectly waxed clean, and when I pointed it out, they haphazardly trimmed it. I also didn't like how there were a few times when they would have conversations with other workers or on the phone while doing my eyebrow. If the job only takes a few minutes, could you possibly hold off your phone conversation for those few minutes? Anyways, it was a bit unprofessional and the job was not well-done. The place itself is not as inviting and has not been updates for a long time, so I would say invest your ~$10 elsewhere for your eyebrow waxing service. read more

I really wanted to try the gel polish. After calling around and looking on Yelp I decided to go with Nail Tech. When I look to get my nails done I'm not looking for a fancy place, you can go to a spa for that. I just want to get in without an appointment, the place to be clean, a good color selection, and a reasonable price. For the gel polish it was $21 and to get a gel manicure it $27. I consider that a good price! The two negatives about this place are their color selection and the decor. Most of the OPI colors were very dark and seemed to be a bunch of different shades of burgundy. I prefer the pastel/neutral colors especially in the summer. I finally settled for a light pink, but I would have liked more of an option. The decor is not impressive. They have lime green walls with pastel purple trim, Christmas lights hanging over the pedicure stations, and needs an update. However, like I said earlier decor is not the most important thing to me. The only reason I am giving it four stars instead of five is because of the lack of color selection. I called when I got off work to see if there was a wait and they said they could take me right away. When I got there I was told to make a color selection and immediately given to Bao at station 6. Bao is GREAT! I couldn't decide on a color so Bao started to work on my manicure while I looked through the selection. He opened the package of tools in front of me which always makes me feel better. I have short nails that brake very easily so it can be difficult to do much with them. The process took over an hour and my nails look great! I love the look of the gel polish. Tip in cash! read more

The good news- best place to get your eyebrows done (ask for Tam). More good news- great, friendly people and they offer you drinks. The bad news- even after they did a touch up on my nails to fix the gel that stuck my nail to my finger and to take off some of the nail polish on my fingers the first tech left on, there is an ugly excess polish bump on my pinky that I didn't notice until I got in the car. I really wanted to just love this place because they are so lovely, but I don't think I'll be back for a polish anytime soon. read more

I went back a second time about two weeks later and I must say the experience wasn't as good. They were extremely crowded and the person that did my nails was nice, but stopped to check his cell phone and make calls while working on my nails. I was there during my lunch break so time was of the essence. I also think the language barrier was a problem because he couldn't understand how I wanted my nails done. Tam had to translate (twice). All in all, he did a good job on my nails though. I needed the 'brows done, but Tam was slammed and he insisted he could do it "quick," but I'd rather not have a quick 'brow job, thanks. So I offered to come back that evening. I did and he saw me immediately and Tam was so happy I was back. However, he pretty much forgot everything he told me initially and arched my eyebrows (!) and over-plucked the edge of one. I'd possible go back if I was in the area, but I was a lot less impressed the second time around. read more

I've never gotten my nails done here, but it is my go-to place for getting my eyebrows waxed. Tam is an absolute artist when it comes to eyebrows and the prices are way too reasonable for this level of service. My eyebrows are kind of oddly shaped, one has a higher arch than the other, and he shapes them just right every time so they look normal and I daresay perfect. Even his waxing technique is phenomenal, it literally doesn't hurt at all when he pulls of the cloth strips so it's a very comfortable experience. He uses this kind of powder then gel then lotion treatment at the end so I'm not all red and raw the next day. I'm going to be really sad when I move away and can't stop by here as easily. I've also never needed an appointment, I just stop by and sometimes I wait for 5-10 minutes but it's really quick nonetheless. One thing to note - you can pay by credit card but only cash tips are accepted. read more

I'm only giving this place an extra star because of the price. I decided to come here based on the reviews and the fact that it is close to my job. I went in Friday evening and didn't have to wait. I wanted the mani/pedi for $28 (which is a steal). I picked my colors and was immediately taken to a chair for my pedicure. I don't know his name, but he was very quick. The products were clean, and everything he used he took out of a plastic wrapper, so that made me feel that they realize the importance of sanitary tools (which I think is missed on some places). Next, I was taken to the manicure chair. I told him I didn't want my cuticles cut, which surprised him. Not everyone knows what they're doing, and I didn't want to take the chance that he would be one of them. He did a good job, albeit quick. I never get manicures because they always chip before a week has passed. So far, four nails have chipped polish. When I do my own nails, it lasts a little longer. It was nice to get them shaped up and have someone else do them for a change. Now, the reason why I knocked off 4 stars (in addition to the chipped manicure) is that while I was sitting getting my pedi, I saw a big water bug. At first I thought that it may be due to the weather being icky and rainy outside, but then it dawned on me that it came from the direction of the back of the store. So, I'm not sure what's going on there. If I had had dry feet, I probably would have gotten up and left. Hopefully this was just a one off thing. There was nothing absolutely spectacular about my experience. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't the best, either. read more

Love this place!! I first stumbled upon it out of necessity four years ago and now, two moves later (to Virginia and then DC), I always come back to have my nails done. The staff is great and most of them are related so it's one big family which is nice. Tam is great at waxing and nails. My skin is a little sensitive which he always takes into account. Sarah usually does my nails and is absolutely amazing. My gel manicure always looks great and lasts for 3-4 weeks before I have to come back. Despite my wedding being across the country, I carefully planned out a trip here before we flew out and also took my mother who was visiting. The whole staff was amazing and even stayed late to make sure everything was perfect. Quick note: they're closed on Mondays but open Saturday and Sunday. It's a hidden gem, the prices are very reasonable and they do an excellent job. read more

I love it here, this family makes you feel welcomed the minute you step through the door. They make it a point to learn your name, and they make sure you feel comfortable throughout your entire experience. Tam does my nails every time, and every time he works very hard to make sure every nail is perfect. I would give this place 100 stars if I could! read more

Eyebrows by Tam ... yes. Nails by Tammy or Sarah ... excellent. Pedi by Tams mom or hand massage by Tams dad ... yes. Cleanliness has declined on the floors and bathroom but the pedipools are clean. I've had a few painful experiences with Lani. She is nice but a bit rough and pushes for what she wants to use rather than what you want. Everyone is super nice and I like that I can walk in because I never know when I will be able to fit this in. read more

I go for two things and two things only. Eyebrows: Tam is AMAZING. Seriously I will not allow anyone else, there or elsewhere, touch my eyebrows. He took some really awful, misshapen eyebrows (mishap at another waxing location) and made them look better than they've ever looked in 3 visits. All this and then it's only $10?? Yes please! Gel Manicure: I've gotten Tam and I've gotten other people to do my nails before. Everyone does a good job, but I like to get a french gel manicure and sometimes they will do the white part too small and you can see my nails behind it. I've had a few times where it's started coming off my nails within a week, but I've been able to go back in and they'll fix it. Overall it's a great nail place if you're not looking for a spa or to spend $50 on a manicure. read more

Bummer. This place was highly rated but once again, DC area beauty services leave basically everything to be desired :/ I asked for a gel mani and pedi- got a gel mani (three coats, and you could see the nail still, plus occlusions in it). But not the pedi- they ended up using a different normal laquer. I also asked for same color on both, and they're two entirely separate colors... Great. They also did the mani before the pedi and so what should have been an hour or so became a much longer trip. Had to leave to catch a ride home and the pedi was ruined by my shoes. I thought I'd be able to have some cute durable nails for my vacation, but now I'm going to be stuck with my attempts to salvage my toes at home and a crumbly gel manicure on my fingers. I always feel bad leaving these reviews, because ofc the staff was nice, but... Don't bother with this spot. read more

I went got my nails done yesterday by Tammy. She does a wonderful job on my nails all the time and she is the only one I will let do my nails. They are take excellent steps in keeping everybody safe with the Covid 19. read more

So let me start off by saying I never write reviews, but after searching for a new nail salon, I read a lot of reviews and said that I too would write a review... whether my experience was good or bad. So let me start off with the reason I came here... To have Tam do my eyebrows. After reading all of the fantastic reviews about him, I couldn't resist. And let me say, Tam did not disappoint! He is great! I give him 5 stars! I will be back to have him do my eyebrows for sure! Now, let's move on to my pedi. It's a Tuesday, so it's slow and they don't have full staff here. So go figure that I got the one person who I had read bad reviews about and didn't want to get... Lonnie. She isn't the best nail tech... But she isn't the worst either. I think the lady who wrote a bad review about her was very harsh. She's a very nice lady, but she did cut my toes a couple of times while trimming my cuticles. That could be partially my fault because I have chubby toes & I cut my nails very short prior to coming to the salon. Tam did come over and take over for a bit, to make sure everything was ok before Lonnie applied the gel polish. And then he came over again after my nails & paraffin wax was done to make sure I was pleased. My nails came out fine and my feet are soft as a baby's butt thanks to the paraffin wax. I'm happy with the results. I will try to post a picture. In conclusion, I will come back here again, but I'll be sure to make a reservation next time and ask for a different nail tech. read more

Nail Tech - Nail Salons Near Me - Rockville, Maryland

I love this place. Staff is friendly. I always go to Tam for my eyebrows. I searched for 2 years when I first moved to Rockville and he is the Best. His sister does nail designs very beautifully. Over all a very family oriented kind of place. Always makes me feel appriciated. read more

This place is cheap, but that's all that can be said for it. They run way behind on every appointment, it's very dirty - including the instruments they use, and the staff (with the exception of Tam who is way overworked) is surly. If you want cheap and nasty, go here. read more

Tam is an eye brow perfectionist! We moved here from NYC & I was so merbromin to try someone new... But he's thorough & pays close attention to detail! The whole staff is also extra friendly & welcoming! read more

I have been going to this place for a few years now. They always do a great job. Especially Tim and Tammy. My gel manicure lasts almost a month compared to two weeks from other places . Excellent customer service . Reasonable. read more

This is the only place I've ever been where I've been really happy with my eyebrows. The man who does them does so with excellent care and is very friendly. The price is very decent and the service is pretty quick, and very thorough. I love this place. Heads up, you can pay with credit card, but you can't tip with it, so be sure to take some cash with you! read more

Full disclosure - this review is for eyebrow waxing services only. I haven't gotten a mani/pedi here or any below the belt waxing. FINALLY, the eyebrow gods have smiled upon Montgomery County and have sent a messiah of eyebrow shaping. His name is Tam. You MUST go to him - and when I say you I mean all Middle Eastern and Mediterranean women who have been blessed/cursed with full eyebrows that require a heavy hand of regular maintenance but look fantastic when done correctly. The salon itself is no frills but that just translates into reasonable prices. Skip the spas and go to Tam. Seriously. And of yeah, as an added bonus, his waxing technique is fast and surprisingly pain free. read more

Sigh..... Agree with the others. The place has gone downhill. I used to get my eyebrows done by Tam. At first he was great! Then I found as he does your brows he's looking at who is coming in and finding out what they need. But, I decided to give him another try with a gel manicure. The first one was good. You can't beat $20. As they say, "You get what you pay for!" Over the past few months, Tam never took all the gel off between manicures Sigh.... Needless to say, I'm paying for it now! My nails are awful. If you want to be cheap, go here! I won't ever go back' read more

I was excited to go here because it was close to 8pm and I was happy that they would still take me. however once i got there I had to wait for service even thought there were people available to work on me. after they trimmed and clipped my nails i was deciding between getting a regular french manicure and a gel french manicure. she gave me a the price difference for both. by the time i came back from the sink where they told me to wash my hands she increased the price of the gel by $6 saying that the cuticle trim made the cost more. this was ill fashioned seeing as how the cuticle trim is routine with any manicure service. this was a rip off to jack up the prices because if this is an extra cost they should have informed of this service seeing as how I only asked for french manicure. needless to say i won't be going back to get services from them because they were not upfront about their prices. read more

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SUCH a fan! I came for my first time and I don't think I'll go any other place. They are so nice and friendly! When I sat at the chair to get pedi one of the guys asked if I wanted something to drink which I have never been asked before, so that's a huge plus. The woman who did my nails asked me exactly what I wanted, if I wanted my nails shorter, what shape, everything! I am definitely coming back here, such good people and customer service. read more

I have been a long time customer going on and off for over ten years. My last experience there was disgusting and outrageous. The place is filthy dirty and disgusting! I went into the bathroom and was amazed at how dirty and gross it was. It used to be a good place to go for a cheap mani and pedi... They've raised their prices and no longer are a good place to go. I will never step foot in there again. I would be surprised if they passed a health inspection. read more

Been to this salon once before a year ago and wasn't all out satisfied with the work but decided to try again due to the reviews here on Yelp. However, once again I was a little disappointed. I went in with the hopes of getting Tam but he was busy at the moment so I went to the next available tech. Everyone was extremely nice but I just wasnt happy with the outcome of my nails. So I'll keep looking! :) read more

Always bring the girlfriend here and all of my female friends choose it. They always meddle happy saying this place due the best gels and eyebrows. Namely Tam does the best eyebrows. read more

I got a hair cut there and it was amazing!!! I heard their are other places that charge like $50 while this place charges like $17 and it looks and feels better I recommend you come here when ever you want a hair cut. Also I have seen people do their nails here and they look pretty cool, and they have such a good variety of nail polishes like gel and mood read more

Been coming here since I moved to Rockville MD two years ago and I used to like it a lot but it has gone downhill, the guy Tam is good but never available anymore and the two times I had to get his wife, I really hated it. She is horrible at doing acrylic or gel, not careful at all and drew blood every time and is always a little rude also my nails look really bellow average and uneven. I think I'll be on the look out again for a new better place. read more

The space is a little funky, BUT lots of free parking which makes it convenient! Go to Tam for Brows, Sarah or Lee (her mom) for Nails ! All are top notch! read more

I got my nails done for a wedding I was attending here. I walked in and they were pretty busy but they fit me in. I got A gel French tip manicure and pedicure. The nails turned out great and lasted longer than I expected. Decent prices as well. read more

Tam for eyebrow shaping and waxing! Not a super fancy place for nails...but certainly worth a trip to Rockville if you want some nicely shaped eyebrows. I will be back! read more

Sarah and Tammy are fabulous! Would recommend for manicure/pedicure- best gel I have received.

I had suchhhh an amazing experience here!!!!! The gentleman that's doing my pedi really took his time even after closing almost an hour before. He didn't rush or anything he was sooooo thorough. The lady that did my brows was great as well she was so friendly. Even if they really hadn't done the best job I'd still come back because of the customer service. They're outstanding at what they do and I'd give them a 10/10 any day. 5 stars. read more

Their mani/pedi special has gone up to $33 and the service has, unfortunately, gone down to mediocre.

People were nice but the lady wasn't very careful with the paint job. Won't be coming back sorry.

5/5 service quality, but 2/5 gel manicure quality. I asked for Tam after seeing such awesome reviews about him, he was definitely very friendly and welcoming, but his nail painting skills are not as good. I got a basic gel manicure and it turned out streaky, there were parts (in the middle) of my nail that were left uncoated, and there was a decent amount of polish that got on my skin around the nail and it cured like that - ontop of having what looked like a mountain of polish on my actual nail. Would probably go somewhere else next time just because it ended up being $35 and that's really expensive for me considering I've been to a few high end nail salons, and ended up being the same price; but ended up with much better gels and betters manicures overall. Nice service, but to me service comes second to product quality. read more

This is a great place for eyebrows but other then that dont get anything else . I've been going here for years just for my eyebrows but I came to get my toes done and I had gel on my toes but because I decided to get regular polish this time I'm charged extra 6 dollar to take off the pervious gel color. Just wow money is not the issue but when your trying to get over on people that's when it's a problem smh lesson learned I'll never come here for anything else but eyebrows. read more

I don't get my nails often while I travel, but I treat myself to this nail salon when I visit family over in the east coast! My nails always come out the way I envisioned and the ladies at the salon are always sweet and welcoming. read more

Nail tech has all the new nail trends! I have been seeing Tam and his family for 10 years. Tam and his sister Sara are the best at eyebrow waxing! Gel nail polish, powder metallics, waxing, men's hair cuts. Great place to come and relax for a mani and pedi. read more