This place is the only nail salon I've been to since moving to Boston! 8 years and counting in Somerville. I come in every 2-3 weeks for a gel manicure, and at times a pedicure too. I always go for the spa pedicure with the hot stone massage. Make an appointment if you don't want to wait! I always book with Sarah :)!! read more

Nails By Porter - An absolutely stunning gel manicure on my natural nails, by Sarah! - Skin Care Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

I've been here only a few times, mainly because I usually don't spend summers in Cambridge. I loved this place and recommended it to all my friends. I was finally excited to have a reliable salon I could go to for my bi-weekly pedis. Well I guess I have to keep searching. That was one of the worst pedis I've ever had. The lady spent maybe five minutes cleaning my cuticles and there's still dead skin on them now post-pedicure. The "stone massage" hurt and my skin was red from where she kept rubbing the stone against my ankle. I think she was just very careless so I literally stared her down to make sure she did an okay job with the polish. Also, I love places that do the plastic wrap since it's cleaner, but they don't clean the little plastic piece that goes over it, or at least they didn't between the person before and me. So what's the point then? Germs can definitely collect there. They are also a mess in terms of scheduling. They overschedule and rush through the people. Although I did notice that someone who started a pedi five minutes before me finished five minutes after me so I think mine was especially rushed. But seriously, I'd rather pay the extra five bucks and go to the other place two blocks down and actually get a pedi worth paying for. read more

I stopped by this place after lunch and I was surprised by Kelly's techniques. She picked a nice shape for my eyebrows and finished her work efficiently! Her work was beyond professional (see attached) and she is very friendly! read more

Nails By Porter - Skin Care Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

This is a nail services review. I've had several gel & regular manicures as well as pedicures. I don't know anything about their waxing and other services but I have seen lots of people get them done there. Pros -reasonable prices -clean & modern space but not pretentious or unapproachable -clear website with price listings & appointment schedule -nail technicians are friendly & very detailed! Cons (very few!) -only cash tip -most of the colors are an additional $3 (OPI & Essie) read more

Nails By Porter - regular manicure OPI No Strings Attached $15 - Skin Care Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

I had opted for there dip manicure service and I was given 2 weeks of guarantee(Money back or re-service). But the nails chipped off in less then a week. I called them and informed about the chipped nails, they promised me for re-service free of cost. I went ahead and booked the appointment, upon my arrival they dint stick to there 2 weeks guarantee offer (Money back or re-service), I was asked to pay half a price for re-service. The lady and the owner at the nail spa was very rude and arrogant. I will not recommend this place to anybody. Please do not WASTE YOUR MONEY on this place. Also they did not follow any COVID protocols. read more

This salon has always accomodated me over the past 5 years, and they are a business that is welcoming to people with disabilities. They are very friendly and kind. I used to bring my daughter in her wheelchair, and they treated us well everytime. I appreciate they are efficient because I usually don't have more than a half hour to get my nails done. They do a precise job, and I've never felt they messed up. Bring your own nail polish if you have concerns about chipping. Everyone knows that. read more

They do a pretty decent job! The environment is very friendly and ladies are amazing! There is no hand massage in manicure regardless of which one you are having. read more

Worst manicure I've ever received. She was so shaky it was painful to watch. Coats were uneven and messy- my dog could've done a better job. Also took 45 minutes for us to be seated even though we had an appt. will never be back. read more

Nails By Porter - Absurd I paid for this - Skin Care Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

I received the worst service ever from this place. They claim on their services that they provide acrylic removal but when I went in they said they've never provided such a service even though it's a lie. The owner and man at the front desk were unnecessarily rude and laughed in my face. They also claimed only two people there knew how to do acrylics. This is not my first time receiving horrible treatment but it will definitely be the last. I also have noticed they treat white customers much better than black ones. Please look elsewhere for your nails. read more

Amy was wonderful. She did a French tip with dip and fake tips. Very kind, listened well and detail oriented. Thank you Amy!!!

I went about a week ago to get a regular pedicure, a dip powder extension set, and my eyebrows done. Very clean, all precautions were taken, everyone was very nice. Unfortunately, my pedicure chipped and part of my toenail has broken off, my dip powder extensions that should've lasted AT LEAST three weeks max is falling off. I can't complain about my eyebrows, they look great. For $88 plus tip- I feel I shouldn't be having these problems. I will be taking my business elsewhere. read more

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- Best lash extensions in town - Best manicure - Best pedicure Why? - Brown, natural looking mink lashes. Private room, clean, comfortable, warm, soft music. Relaxing. I believe they have one lash extension specialist and she's kind and comforting and precise. My lashes last somewhere around 6 weeks and they're light as a feather. I normally fall asleep during the session. I wake up looking foxy and it's wonderful not having to worry about my makeup. Refills are $60 a pop and they are a major confidence booster. Thick, long, lush, healthy. Not obvious or cheap looking. The pedicure chairs are massaging, leather, tasteful. I want to rent one for a day and "work from home" on my laptop. Good magazine selection. Everything is new and tasteful and of good quality. Not a cheap salon. The prices for services are reasonable, they even offer a cash discount. No tacky paintings or art. Everything is super clean. Clean-freak clean. I never have to wait for an appointment. The technicians are accommodating, kind and talented. The mani-pedis last for ages. They do a great massage and foot scrub. (some salons skimp) The end result of a mani-pedi experience feels like buying a new set of hands and feet. + I used to go to Beauty Spa for my nails (too busy, more expensive) + I used to go to Le's for my eyelash extensions. (loud kids running around and people eating next to spa room with lingering food smells -- but good lash services ... if you excuse the lack of ambiance) read more

Nice nail place. Have been going here for 2 years. I usually get gel manicures and pedicures. The prices are reasonable. Most of the staff are friendly, some seem rushed no matter what. Last time I went, a new woman working was taking the old gel off my nails and another woman came over and grabbed my other hand and started working faster in a rushed sense. It seemed like she was telling the other woman how to do her job. It was weird read more

Recently moved to the area. Loved the salon feel! Fast, and efficient! Right to the point. I made a Saturday 9:30AM appointment and was seen right away for a gel mani, and full pedicure. Highly recommend making an appointment, as places get busy. Lee did a great job! Love the color selection and everything looked clean all around. read more

I have been in search of a new nail salon, as my regular one closed late 2018. Made a 1 hour mani-pedi appointment online for 9:30am (when they open) on a Thursday morning about 2 months ago. When I arrived a few minutes to 9:30, the shop was closed. No one arrived until 9:40, and my appointment didn't begin til well after 10 as the staff had to get everything ready. No acknowledgement by the staff that they were late or starting me 30+ minutes late. Why are they taking 9:30 appointments? Pedicure was ok, but manicurist made me bleed while cutting my cuticles. By 11:15, I had to leave the dryer a bit early because I wasn't anticipating an extra 45 minutes, and I was going to be late to a meeting. I messed my manicure up trying to get my shoes on, but there was no staff to be seen to ask for assistance. Not worth the $40+ price tag! read more

I have been seeing Anna and Kelly since 2011! I can't imagine ever leaving these two lady's as not only have they perfectly manicured and sculpted me. They have become friends. They are both respectful, gentle and caring professionals who in plain sight have a great partner collab and no wonder have had such a rise in clientele. So much so calling in advance is extremely necessary. read more

I used to love this place for its affordability and convenience but they increased the prices $5 and then on top of that it was not clear to me they were also charging an extra $6 for the polish I picked because of how they've moved the polish station to this odd-looking faux tree so you don't actually pick your polish bottle anymore but instead pick your colors off a palette hanging on a faux tree. I was confused and I felt misled when it was time to pay. I am not picky about polish colors and always go for basic. Given the lack of pricing clarity and transparency as well as how it was handled, I'll be going elsewhere from now on. read more

Affordable, clean and efficient nail services. I would recommend and come back here again! They do get busy at times so make sure to call ahead and book. read more

The business is very COVID conscious and takes good precautions. I also got dip powder which was beautiful and done quickly. Will be back!

Came here for my first dip manicure. 5 days in and the dip powder is showing veiny looking cracks! I asked around and this is not usual for a dip. I would go back but I don't have that much time or confidence they'll do it right the 2nd time around. read more

Nails By Porter - Skin Care Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

I want to love this local nail salon but this is the third time that I've waited over 30 mins for my appointment. I gotta move on.

Nails by Porter is the best nail salon in cambridge because I love to see everyone's smile on their faces and es Kellys!!!!!

Made an appointment for 5:45, got there right on time. Sat there for 20 minutes while no one said anything about the delay before I got up and left. Why bother taking appointments if you aren't going to serve your customers on time? read more

I've gone here a bunch of times purely due to convenience, but I definitely wouldn't recommend it to anyone as a great place to go. The people that work there are generally rude, inattentive, and rushed - and this has been the case all ~4-5 times I've been there at various times of day and differing days. They'll get the job done okay, but don't expect to walk out of there being super pumped about your nails... you'll just feel okay and slightly better than whatever the state of your nails were beforehand. If you have time, use it and go somewhere else for sure. read more

I got a dip manicure and absolutely love it. The nail technician had great attention to detail and couldn't be more pleased. I previously have had a gel manicure here which lasted longer than expected. I recommend making an appointment ahead of time since it can get busy. read more

Nails By Porter - Dipped manicure-OPI 76 - Skin Care Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

got super cute gels done here awhile back while i was in boston. gave me exactly what i wanted-little star designs-and i experienced zero chipping before i got them redone which is rare for me. staff were super friendly and considerate and i plan to go back soon. read more

Shout out to Sarah who is always so sweet, and extremely talented! She did a fantastic job on the celebratory birthday look!! read more

Nails By Porter - Skin Care Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

They do great gel manis and pedis here, and the prices are reasonable. The interior is pretty cute, and I love that it's literally across the street from the Porter T. I definitely plan to continue using this spot! Definitely be aware that they do not usually open right at the advertised time. So I would recommend against booking the first appointment of the day (10:30am on Sundays, 9am Monday-Saturday) or trying to walk in first thing in the morning -- especially when it's cold outside. If they do make you wait, the manager will just chastise you for not going to Bruegger's, so don't expect much sympathy from them! I also saw a nail tech sneeze on a bunch of buffing blocks this morning. Yuck! Make sure you wash your hands before you touch for face, especially during cold and flu season. Oh, and they require cash tips and offer discounts for cash customers. Obviously loads of salons do this, but it is inconvenient and outdated. read more

Me AND both of my friends were very disappointed. We paid $25 for pedicures that lasted less than 15 minutes. I got just polish, no acrylic or gel or anything.. and the polish was still extremely uneven. I would never come here again for the price that we paid.. read more

Nails By Porter - Skin Care Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Gone here several times, including for a bridesmaid day and thought this place was amazing (including when it was under the old name across the street). This last time was terrible. They were busy and the technician who did my pedicure was clearly not looking to be attentive to me. Did not fill the water bin until she said "put you feet in the water" and realized there was none. When I asked for my nails to be cut, she cut them down so short she had to pull it because it was still part of my toe. Essentially stroked my legs for the "massage" and then when she realized upon putting on my shoes that she didn't spend enough time using the pumice stone, she quick grabbed lotion to rub on my heals. I'll come back but before depending on technician it could be a 5.0 or 0.5 experience. read more

Great location, clean. Friendly service. I enjoyed my mani and pedi! My new go to spot!

This is my new best find in the city!! Sad to have had to part with my old salons, I am thrilled to find a place so pampering AND with such great nail techs, since I am fussy with my nails. Sarah and Jenny deserve shout-outs for their friendliness and precision; the VIP pedicure is pure bliss, and I even decided to get my legs waxed, and it was done really well. If i coukd give them six stars, I would! read more

I'm giving this place three stars for lack of service with the advertised waxing service. I think the quality of work done by the technicians are great (I enjoy gel manicures and the spa pedicures) that's why I keep coming back, but asking me to wait over 30 minutes for the wax specialist to show up (I was told this person is coming from elsewhere) isn't good customer service practice in this regard. Improve this, then maybe this Oncology nurse who spends 12 hours on her feet might continue to treat herself to manis/pedis at your salon bi-monthly. read more

Pro: My nails look really nice! And the price can't be beat. Con: I've never felt so rushed at a nail salon. I got a mani/pedi and the whole thing took only 40 minutes. There was only one other customer there with me, so it didn't seem like there was a reason to rush through my appointment. Overall, my nails look nice, but I wasn't able to relax because of how rushed I felt. Probably won't be back. read more

Make an appointment! I always just call first. Saturdays are very busy. People are always coming in with no appointment and then standing around acting huffy. This place is cheap and they do a pretty good job. Just plan your frickin day / life and make an appointment. read more

Easy location and clean. Great service, but usually I have to wait despite making a reservation.

This place is great. I got a pedicure and it looks perfect. The price is also excellent. Well worth a trip. Efficient, friendly service!

My dip powder didn't even last a week . I got dip done somewhere else and it lasted me a whole month smh . I'm so upset smh

Called ahead to book a pedicure appointment, was sharply greeted when I arrived and told to pick a color. I waited 10 minutes for someone to assist me to a chair. I then sat down to be ignored for another 20 minutes, don't waste your time at this salon read more

I had Anna do a gel mani for me and it was great! she took her time and got a very genuine feeling from her. I will def. be back again. the prices were great too! read more