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I asked for a hard gel removal and builder gel manicure. She didnt remove most of the hard gel and just painted over the unfinished removed gel. It's so bumpy and weird looking. I can't believe she looked at it and was like it's so nice here you go. The only thing good is the color and I picked it. She shaped it terribly.
They renovated whole space. Looks so much bigger and fengshui vibes. Service are great and amazing
I held off on writing this review of Nams until now because I had a bad experience at my last gel manicure appointment and I wanted to be sure my nails would survive at least the first week. I'm happy to report that my manicure is intact. I came here with a friend for an evening appointment. We each got a gel manicure. I decided to go with a french manicure though they had several options to choose from. Something I liked was that the salon Carrie's all colors in both gel and regular polish so you can match colors more easily if you're doing a gel manicure and regular pedicure. From the moment we arrived, I felt a sense of hospitality here. The staff took care of us right away and offered us complimentary bottled water/ sparkling water. When I got to talking with my mail technician I learned that the salon is Tibetan- owned and the name Nam means "sky" which is supposed to symbolize infiniteness. Around the salon you can see plenty of traditional Tibetan textiles and art, which is nice. My manicure was done quickly but carefully. I was out in about an hour and I was satisfied with the final product. I thought the line on my French manicure was precise and they matched the nude pink well. Overall, I really liked the service here and the prices were reasonable. I would definitely come back if in the area.
I went in today to remove a previous set and get new gel x because I had a great experience getting gel x before. They mentioned that they had an appointment an hour and a half later and then said my nails were strong and all I'd need was a fill in plus cheaper for you since no removal (which I was fine with in the first place bc I had a great gel x experience before). They also kept asking where I'd gotten my previous nails because they were designed well and had gemstones (Himalaya a couple blocks away). This would have been the third fill in for this set that I disclosed I initially got UV then an acrylic fill so they decided to use builder gel for the third fill in. I explained to them that my two pointer fingers had lifted and was expecting them to rebalance but assumed since they were the experts they knew better. The woman who did my nails even said builder gel was stronger than acrylic. Not even twelve hours later my pointer finger lifted. I can't even go back to get it fixed tomorrow because I'm traveling in the morning. Nice staff but I feel like I was scammed and manipulated. And the design process took way too long to just look eh. Really bummed out about this because my first experience with them was great but I should have just gone back to Himalaya.
I came to Nams on a Saturday afternoon for a regular pedicure and gel manicure. I noticed the nail techs were offering drinks to everyone but I was never offered one for whatever reason. They were all very nice though. The mani pedi took faster than I expected - less than an hour for both. But overall I'm happy with the results! The prices are also generally better than at other places in the city.
horrible . they told me 50 dollars and at check out it was 110! 110 dollars for nails that broke off in 4 days. first of all i showed them a picture of what i wanted and they did the complete opposite! i have never been to a nail salon that cant follow simple directions and then have the nerve to be this expensive. a waste of money! never again.
This is my go to nail spot. Prices are really great for NYC as well. They accommodate each customer with a beverage (water, wine, coffee, soda) and some candy along with being very patient with customers picking out their colors. My absolute favorite nail technician is Narcissa, she is amazing. She is so patient with her work and cares very much on doing her absolute best each time I see her! Thank you, Nams! Best, Krina!
Amazing find in Hells Kitchen! I came here as a walk in and they were able to see me immediately. $17 for a regular manicure, the colors were great. They give you a beverage while you wait and there's a huge basket of chocolates. Recommend this spot for sure! This color is Dare to Wear by Lush Life.
Such a lovely spa! The staff is very nice and welcoming - they hung up my coat and offered me water right away. I also appreciated that there was an open station and available technician ready for me at my appointment time. My nails came out beautiful! My technician was definitely a perfectionist and it showed in the time she took to clean my nails and paint them nicely (I was there for about 50 mins). This isn't a huge luxury spa, so if that's what you're looking for, then this isn't the spot for you. But they have plenty of stations, good service and good staff. Reasonable prices too, especially for the quality of service!
Oh my goodness! I found my new favorite nail place in the city! Why? Because the NAMS staff are genuinely good people with really talented staff, and give really good rates. When you walk in, you're greeted by Lhamo, who directs you to the perfect technician. She is so sweet so be nice to her! I was lucky to be paired with Tara and she's now my new nail stylist! All I went in for was the basics: a pedicure and a manicure. Both of them were done pristinely, and I felt really taken care of. Lhamo and Tara also gives off such good vibes that I want them to be my friend and my nail stylist lol. You can tell they have good hearts, and that is not the case for every shop . Also, they are super hospitable! Not only do they have wine, which is a staple at any salon, but they also have bottled water and sparkling water, which is a true sign of luxury ;) you wanna feel taken care of when you're getting your hair done or your nails done and Nams does that. And they don't let you walk out without your nails being dry so you don't have to worry about damage. Also, bring cash! Easier for them and easier for us.
3 months ago
3 months ago
If you're looking for the best prices and top service in a community-focused business, this is your place! I've been coming here for 10 years to relax and enjoy the community while having the best gel mani and pedi! read more
2 years ago
I've been coming to Nams for over 7 years, and I've always loved the vibe here... from the zen Buddhist music, food and drink offerings, massage chairs, and friendly service, to the clean air and the fact that the owners are always present. It truly creates a relaxing atmosphere. However, I've noticed that the quality of the mani & pedi has declined over the years, which has made me hesitant to return, even though it's in the most convenient location for me. These days when I returned, it's just for last minute color change to avoid more damage. I referred a friend to join me for a mani/pedi once, and she also mentioned that while the ambiance is great, but the owners should get their own mani & pedi done by their technicians, which I completely agree with. While I usually don't like getting my cuticles pushed or cut, I really appreciate that they respected that preference. However, when it comes to removing polish, it's done very recklessly with a lack of attention to detail. On several occasions, they've scraped the skin around the nails--sometimes cutting it to the point where it bled and required a bandage. When I mentioned this to the hostess after she asked for feedback, she dismissed it by saying I have sensitive skin. Since when is it normal for skin to be scraped during a mani/pedi? Additionally, I've had gel mani here twice in a row, and the technician over-shaved to the point where my nails ended up paper-thin that I have to ask the technician to apply extra coats to make up for it. One time, the technician even touched my skin with the machine that is used to shave the gel polish off. I've also had my skin scraped during pedicures, which is concerning. Every time I get a gel mani, within two weeks, the polish would start to lift on the cuticle side, which shows a lack of precision during the application. My friend got a regular mani & pedi here, and one of her nails chipped within a day. While I still love the atmosphere and the owners, the decline in the quality of the services, especially regarding polish removal, nail care, and attention to detail, has made me hesitant on coming back. read more
3 months ago
I asked for a hard gel removal and builder gel manicure. She didnt remove most of the hard gel and just painted over the unfinished removed gel. It's so bumpy and weird looking. I can't believe she looked at it and was like it's so nice here you go. The only thing good is the color and I picked it. She shaped it terribly. read more
7 months ago
They renovated whole space. Looks so much bigger and fengshui vibes. Service are great and amazing read more
10 months ago
4 months ago
I held off on writing this review of Nams until now because I had a bad experience at my last gel manicure appointment and I wanted to be sure my nails would survive at least the first week. I'm happy to report that my manicure is intact. I came here with a friend for an evening appointment. We each got a gel manicure. I decided to go with a french manicure though they had several options to choose from. Something I liked was that the salon Carrie's all colors in both gel and regular polish so you can match colors more easily if you're doing a gel manicure and regular pedicure. From the moment we arrived, I felt a sense of hospitality here. The staff took care of us right away and offered us complimentary bottled water/ sparkling water. When I got to talking with my mail technician I learned that the salon is Tibetan- owned and the name Nam means "sky" which is supposed to symbolize infiniteness. Around the salon you can see plenty of traditional Tibetan textiles and art, which is nice. My manicure was done quickly but carefully. I was out in about an hour and I was satisfied with the final product. I thought the line on my French manicure was precise and they matched the nude pink well. Overall, I really liked the service here and the prices were reasonable. I would definitely come back if in the area. read more
6 months ago
I went in today to remove a previous set and get new gel x because I had a great experience getting gel x before. They mentioned that they had an appointment an hour and a half later and then said my nails were strong and all I'd need was a fill in plus cheaper for you since no removal (which I was fine with in the first place bc I had a great gel x experience before). They also kept asking where I'd gotten my previous nails because they were designed well and had gemstones (Himalaya a couple blocks away). This would have been the third fill in for this set that I disclosed I initially got UV then an acrylic fill so they decided to use builder gel for the third fill in. I explained to them that my two pointer fingers had lifted and was expecting them to rebalance but assumed since they were the experts they knew better. The woman who did my nails even said builder gel was stronger than acrylic. Not even twelve hours later my pointer finger lifted. I can't even go back to get it fixed tomorrow because I'm traveling in the morning. Nice staff but I feel like I was scammed and manipulated. And the design process took way too long to just look eh. Really bummed out about this because my first experience with them was great but I should have just gone back to Himalaya. read more
I came to Nams on a Saturday afternoon for a regular pedicure and gel manicure. I noticed the nail techs were offering drinks to everyone but I was never offered one for whatever reason. They were all very nice though. The mani pedi took faster than I expected - less than an hour for both. But overall I'm happy with the results! The prices are also generally better than at other places in the city. read more
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2 years ago
Amazing I had good experience here and they are professional. Help me to choose my nail color and did my nail in the best way. I appreciate for tea and chocolate too read more
8 months ago
horrible . they told me 50 dollars and at check out it was 110! 110 dollars for nails that broke off in 4 days. first of all i showed them a picture of what i wanted and they did the complete opposite! i have never been to a nail salon that cant follow simple directions and then have the nerve to be this expensive. a waste of money! never again. read more
1 year ago
Amazing service! Super sweet ladies and treated me great for my birthday! so glad we choose this salon to get or nails done. Bassing worked my legs so good i almost melted in the massage chair. The wine was the plus! Empty during the weekday so relaxing and no rush! They were also having a special! read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
This is my go to nail spot. Prices are really great for NYC as well. They accommodate each customer with a beverage (water, wine, coffee, soda) and some candy along with being very patient with customers picking out their colors. My absolute favorite nail technician is Narcissa, she is amazing. She is so patient with her work and cares very much on doing her absolute best each time I see her! Thank you, Nams! Best, Krina! read more
Amazing find in Hells Kitchen! I came here as a walk in and they were able to see me immediately. $17 for a regular manicure, the colors were great. They give you a beverage while you wait and there's a huge basket of chocolates. Recommend this spot for sure! This color is Dare to Wear by Lush Life. read more
Such a lovely spa! The staff is very nice and welcoming - they hung up my coat and offered me water right away. I also appreciated that there was an open station and available technician ready for me at my appointment time. My nails came out beautiful! My technician was definitely a perfectionist and it showed in the time she took to clean my nails and paint them nicely (I was there for about 50 mins). This isn't a huge luxury spa, so if that's what you're looking for, then this isn't the spot for you. But they have plenty of stations, good service and good staff. Reasonable prices too, especially for the quality of service! read more
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Pempa B.
Thanks for stopping by, Jasmin! So glad our friendly staff made you…
2 years ago
Oh my goodness! I found my new favorite nail place in the city! Why? Because the NAMS staff are genuinely good people with really talented staff, and give really good rates. When you walk in, you're greeted by Lhamo, who directs you to the perfect technician. She is so sweet so be nice to her! I was lucky to be paired with Tara and she's now my new nail stylist! All I went in for was the basics: a pedicure and a manicure. Both of them were done pristinely, and I felt really taken care of. Lhamo and Tara also gives off such good vibes that I want them to be my friend and my nail stylist lol. You can tell they have good hearts, and that is not the case for every shop . Also, they are super hospitable! Not only do they have wine, which is a staple at any salon, but they also have bottled water and sparkling water, which is a true sign of luxury ;) you wanna feel taken care of when you're getting your hair done or your nails done and Nams does that. And they don't let you walk out without your nails being dry so you don't have to worry about damage. Also, bring cash! Easier for them and easier for us. read more
3 years ago
I recently visited a local nail salon, and I cannot recommend this place for several reasons. First, although the staff was very nice and welcoming, their attempts to extract extra money were blatant, like offering chair massages or various strange extras. The woman who attended to me was a bit older, and I felt she was impatient, clearly focused on getting the job done quickly to make money. While that approach may suit some, I expect professionalism. We started with a pedicure, which was done hastily, and she even massaged my legs, a gesture I found odd and uncomfortable. Later, while she was cleaning my fingers and before starting the nail polish, she took a calculated step to call the receptionist for me to pay. In front of other clients and workers, the receptionist made a conspicuous point about the tip, publicly with the woman pressuring me as if to push me into a corner without a choice. The situation was constructed in such a way that it seemed to be intended to embarrass me during the middle of the manicure, an experience that was both unsettling and unprofessional. Additionally, they charge 2% for using a credit card. I told her I would pay the tip in cash when she's done. Later when she applied the nail polish it, bubbles appeared, and it was so obvious that she disregarded it. I didn't say anything because she seemed tired, and it was clear that she was aware of her work and didn't care. When I noticed later that my nail polish was smudged, I returned to the store. Her attempt to correct the problem was lazy, and the result was unattractive. I told her to remove it, and she reluctantly complied, giving me a frustrated look. Another important issue was her lack of hygiene. She didn't use gloves, and something brown was under her fingernails. Two days later, this is the result of her work: peeling nail polish and an unpolished fingernail (picture attached). I can't stress enough how dissatisfied I am with this experience. If you value professionalism, quality, and hygiene, I would advise looking elsewhere for your salon needs. Her disregard for quality was evident, and it felt like the entire salon was more concerned about fast money rather than satisfying their clients. The experience cost me $60 plus a tip, and I was left deeply disappointed. read more
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Nams N.
HI SJ B.…
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It's a cute little (very little) place that is not about luxury or champagne flutes while you get pampered (though they do serve Perrier, coffee and soda). It's all about getting people in and getting them out. But while they are all business, they are also very good at what they do. Seriously, before finding this little gem, we went to a place that was very pretty and spacious and charged a lot of money only to give one of the worst mani/pedis ever. Nams has a great team and both my manicure and pedicure were perfect. My husband has job where having perfect nails is extremely important, and he's pretty fussy about his manis and pedis. And he loves Nams. My only real conplaint is the size of the place. Having nothing to do with COVID, it's very very cramped and not for anyone who gets claustrophobic. Reasonably priced (for Hell's Kitchen). read more
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Pempa B.
We're honored that your husband loves our manicures and pedicures! We…
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NARSISA IS MY GO TO GIRL!!! She has been doing my pedi for a couple of years now and I will only go when she is working, I love that she takes her time with the customers, she does a phenomenal job on my feet and I don't feel rushed. If you are looking to have smooth and perfectly painted nails then I will strongly recommend her. Love her! read more
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Pempa B.
Jessica, thanks for stopping in for a mani-pedi! We're glad you're…
1 year ago
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Pempa B.
We're so thrilled that you love your NYE nails, Nikki! Thank you for…
This is such a cute nail salon and the quality of service is on point. I got a manicure done here and they charged me $15. No reservation is needed. Walk in is welcome and everyone is super friendly. They do no offer acyclic tips but only do dip powder tips for $55. read more
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Pempa B.
Irene, you can always count on us for on-point service! We love…
Got my gel manicure here recently and they are still looking great after 1.5 week! I had Mei-Ling as my manicurist and she was very attentive and applied 3 coatings on my nail. The place was very charming and everyone was very friendly, but it is on a smaller side - so be prepared. Great price for the gel mani too ($35). Will def return again! read more
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Pempa B.
Cindy, we're glad you loved the manicure you got here. Our friendly…
3 years ago
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Nams N.
HI Lia, we are Sorry that your gel manicure didn't last as it should…
1 year ago
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Love coming Nams nails since they opened the business on 46th st previous location in 2018. Now they moved to new location on 10th ave which is just a half block away from the old store is very spacious and their decoration is so beautiful and offers calm vibe . Their service is always great, professional and all staff( Owners, technicians, and receptionist) are so kind and accommodating customers like their family. I feel like I'm already a family member of Nams nails. I can't think of any better place to take care of my hands and feet. I believe all Hell's Kitchen neighbors already know that Nams nails since they are nominated as best service provider in Yelp for many times and they got a winner award on personal care from W42nd St magazine in 2023!!!! And I highly recommend my technician Veronica who is perfectionist at her job and I've been following her over 13 years !!! Please Look for my technician Veronica if you want perfect nails . And Nams nails will welcome you with free compliment refreshment; water, seltzer water, white or Red wine, fruits, and chocolates. They will become your family once you start coming here. I highly recommended 10/10!!!!! read more
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Thank you for your constant support, Hyun! We're always happy to see…
1 year ago
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642 10th Ave
New York, NY 10036
Hell's Kitchen, Midtown West
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How much for gel manicure/pedicure? How much for cat eye?
Gel mani $40 Gel pedi $55 Cat eye $15
Do you need to book an appointment?
Yes walk-in and appointment both are welcome
How much for nail extension with gel or dip powder? Thank you!
Gel X or tips extension prices are different, call us for more information
How much do you charge for gel extensions (full set)?
Sorry we don’t do acrylics or uv hard gel
How much is a nail extension fill?
POwder refill, we don’t have UV refill/acrylics
How much is a French manicure?
Regular French manicure is 20$ Gel French manicure is 40$
How much is a regular manicure and pedicure?
Regular manicure 15$ Regular pedicure 25$
Hi, Do you still have a paraffin add on to a regular pedicure? If so, how much? Thanks!
Yes we offer paraffin wax with pedicure
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