KIM did a Fantastic job of Dip and acrylic nails! They are thin and beautifully shaped. I will be a loyal customer. My friend had a lovely manicure also. read more

This place sucks! I asked for Cherry Blossom design before I started the appointment and what I got was pink nails with "I love you stickers " because she apparently didn't know how to draw or what cause I got handed a book of stickers that were all old butterflies and dumb shit! No cherry blossoms! Don't go here find somewhere else!! read more

Destroyed my nails :( I came in with healthy strong nails and left with completely damaged nails by the tech. The tech did not properly remove the old polish, and the aggressive filing and harsh technique left my nails brittle, thin, paint still partly there and peeling. What should have been a routine appointment ended up wrecking the health of my nails. I'm genuinely disappointed. Thuyet was my nail tech for clarification read more

I got exactly what I asked for- and then some. Walked out very satisfied. It's your typical nail salon, but the service went above and beyond to make sure I was happy. Bonus: my nails came out awesome! read more

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I had gotten a full set with gel G done here on 11/25. Not even a week and a half later and 6 out of ten have come off. I did go back and was charged for the fixing of my nail, which is a little strange considering I just got a FULL SET. Which typically with refills lasts 3+ months. I am very unhappy with my nails and feel as if I have just blatantly wasted my money. read more

Rose Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Waltham, Massachusetts

Just don't go to that store I been ripped off first they welcome you and then they robs you they don't tell you the price I pay 55 dollars for gel refill + 5 dollars tip Oh never I never step in the store read more

Update: the owner reached out upon reading my initial review and requested to visit again to get the nails redone. Joanne did the nails this time and the nail turned out lovely. I offered to pay for the rework but Joanne insisted that the rework is complimentary. I think I have finally found a nail salon that I can always count on to get my nails done. read more

The "nail tech" named Leon, calls this shape coffin shape and charges 60$ for this. The place only accepts cash to avoid taxes and ripping people off with funny shapes like this on the picture. And also a HUGE attitude from Leon for some reason. Save yourself time and money PLEASE DO NOT GO HERE. So much attitude for a owner of the store, not listening the instructions given. Waste of my time. Extremely rude treatment. Plus my nails came out like a joke. read more

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Gel mani chipped after ONE day. Probably the most rushed mani/pedi's I've experienced. Not even sure she fully cut my cuticles. The entire experience is run down. Coming from California nail salons where I pay the same price with a much cleaner, sanitary environment, way more color options & types of gel brands to pick from--- this place needs an upgrade. The large micro plane foot file she used looked like it already had dead skin from previous customers. Doesn't seem like it's changed much since I came here way back in high school in the early 2000's. read more

Rose Nails - Chipped gel nail after 1 day, uneven paint, far from cuticle line. - Nail Salons Near Me - Waltham, Massachusetts

Really beautiful manicure, I love that the manicurist took her time to make sure the dip polish wasn't too bulky and that it looked very clean! I only docked a star because the polish looks speckled and isn't quite as opaque and I hoped but that also happens with neutral colors so I'm chalking that up to the polish. Overall tho great experience read more

One word: LEON. I've been looking for a new place since I wasn't too happy with the place I had been going to since I was a kid for acrylics, and seeing my friend post her nails all of the time I finally looked into where she gets them done and texted Leon about making an appt! Very proficient and precise! Forever coming back read more

Rose Nails - Leon's amazing work - Nail Salons Near Me - Waltham, Massachusetts

Honestly I loved rose nails. They were my go 2 ALWAYS. I never had a problem up till now, I went to get my most recent acrylic set July 3rd It came out so cute an nothing was wrong with them. A couple weeks later an I realized my ring finger had a black spot underneath the acrylic I honestly didn't think anything of it until know I decided to remove them as I was planning on getting a a new set done for my trip as I removed my acrylic I realized a nasty little hole on my nail an a nasty greenish around it. It's honestly such a shame because I never had a problem with this salon until now. read more

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Leon is really a nail artist--truly much more than a nail tech. He pays great attention to detail, cares about doing exemplary work so much that I have begun to spot his work at other establishments I frequent! I ask. They say his name. Seriously. My nails are really claws, like two-inch claws. I joke about getting them "re-clawed" every two weeks. Leon is a superstar (or he should be, in my book) in his own right who did not back-down when he saw my super long nails, while other salons were rude, insulting or wanted to charge too much for sub-par work or all of the above. This includes my previous salon (who shall remain nameless as my techs left without a word and the new ownership left me high and dry, refusing to do my nails at all when I called). Rose Nails answered my call with professionalism, kindness, humor and an open and friendly spirit. After months of going to Leon and getting brilliant and consisent top-notch salon service, my nails are back to being the long, sculpted, solid set I had when I was getting them done south of the Mason-Dixon line. Leon is so skilled, cracks and breaks are rare. Apparantly, long claws are not common in New England but that did not stop Leon from turning the chunky, cracking 10-claw, too-fragile mess I had into something beautiful that I never have to worry about. And my nails are part of me, not just because I've had long nails for 38 years, but because they are part of my religious expression. If you saw me in full ceremonial robes, you'd see why. I'm a mystic minister. Leon is a truly gifted artist and a blessing to all who sit with him, especially me. I would not trust these claws to just anyone. He is the best all-around, in technique, in nail art, in customer service and in this region...that I have found. In fact, no disrespect to my nail lady down south, he is the best I've known in 38 years. I can say the same about Joanne. Perfectionist and very gifted. I sat with her once. Amazing! This shop is so committed to great service, cleanliness and exceptional nail art, I don't know how they don't have lines out the door. They are busy, so appointments are recommended! The pedicures there also are phenomenal, no matter who does them. Kim and Amy are super sweet and highly skilled. Everyone goes out of their way to help customers on top of providing the best nail service around. If you want your hands to be show-stopping? Perfect proportions and super precise kit-claws? Want that super cool coffin shape? Go see Leon. In fact, if you just want fabulous hands and feet done right and beautifully the first time, just go to Rose Nails. Best of the best! read more

Rose Nails - Nails by Rose Nails' Leon. See review. Base color is "Opi Ink." Accent color is a purple glitter on top of it that Leon picked. I love it! - Nail Salons Near Me - Waltham, Massachusetts

After going through the reviews again I decided to give Rose Nails another shot and I'm really glad I did. This time I requested Joanne and asked for a tip and dip treatment and I was very happy with the end result. She was meticulous with my cuticle removal, she was accurate on the requested shape and she ended up providing a flawless finish! I am so happy with the end result. I do think this location specializes in acrylics, tips and sns dip so if that's what your looking for I believe you when found it here. I'll be back. read more

Updated 6/24/2017: Because of my first experience (below), I brought my 2 sisters, and cousin with me to get our nailed done at around 5 o'clock. We walked in and sat down to pick our colors and for 25 MINS we were not even acknowledged!! Then another woman walks in without an appointment and gets taken for a pedicure right when she walked in. This place needs to learn that when 4 lovely black women walk in trying to spend money, they need to ACKNOWLEDGE YOUR CUSTOMERS WHILE THEY WAIT so they don't feel ignored/forgotten. When we finally got up to leave they tried to get us back by calling out with a weak "hi how are you?..." ...we don't like being disrespected, THAT'S how we are... Terrible customer service. FIVE STAR REVIEW: I am very impressed! We picked this place on a whim, and because of that didn't expect to get much. But after talking to the women in there and seeing the establishment we are very impressed! Not only was this place clean but it was also quiet! The place was big enough so that even if you wanted a pedicure you want squished on top of the other people getting their nails done. The woman who did my nails was very thorough did many coats and was very patient while I picked my nail color. everybody in there was so friendly and the prices were the same as other salons Who offer less than satisfactory service. And the most important late on a Saturday surprisingly they weren't booked to capacity. This is my new staple and it should be yours to trust me you won't regret coming here read more

Leon always does an amazing job on my acrylics! And even after taking them off my natural nails are long and healthy underneath! He can do any design, easy or hard, you will not be disappointed! read more

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I've been to A LOT of nail salons looking for a professional and talented nail artist. I'm so grateful my boss found Joanne at Rose Nails. I've been to this nail salon about 4 times now to see her. I get acrylic fills and sometimes nail art. I've been happy every time I leave! read more

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Went in today for a quick lunch time manicure. I had made an appointment for 1145 but really didn't need to as the salon was empty. Salon has good selection of polishes (both regular as well as gel). Janet worked on my nails and was very friendly. She did try to up sell me additional services. She applied the gel in super thin layers and ended up needing 3 coats. But after it was done, the Polish looked a little bubbly and uneven. There was a small dent on 1 finger too (see photos). If I was desperate, I would go back. But disappointed that the final product isn't as smooth as I would have preferred, even for a $25 gel manicure. read more

Rose Nails - Gelish polish. - Nail Salons Near Me - Waltham, Massachusetts

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Always a long wait when I come around 5:30pm after work, but in my opinion it's worth it. Love how my nails come out every time I come here! I've had a few different people do my nails here and they've all done a great job, so you can't go wrong. The shape is always what I want and they never look bulky like when I get them done at other salons. read more

Rose Nails - (index finger chipped) - Nail Salons Near Me - Waltham, Massachusetts

I think this a great place made appt. took me right in and Joanne did a great jobmy nails. I've been happy so far will continue to see her again. Had a pedicure also I'm very happy. read more

Rose Nails - my nails Joanne did. Thanks you - Nail Salons Near Me - Waltham, Massachusetts

This is my second review. I know everyone is pissed Jenny is gone, I was too. I have been going here every other week to get an acrylic fill with nail art and waxing done for two years. I have suggested her to every person who has asked about or even looked at my nails. I adored her. It's over now. She's gone. She had family in Texas and she didn't want to run a salon, it was her husbands idea. Let her go. I was put off at first and was more critical than I should have been because it wasn't what I was used to, which is why I think all of these loyal customers who are currently bashing Rose are doing so, but I gave it a chance. Leon has done my nails twice and very well both times. He doesn't half ass filling acrylics which is something I judge harshly and he is spectacular at nail art which only a couple places in Waltham can boast. The chick in the third chair that does possibly the best pedicure ever is still there too. Everyone should just calm down a little. read more

Rose Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Waltham, Massachusetts

Came here with a group of my college friends a few days before our graduation to get manipedis. We originally made a reservation for 3 people, but when another fiend wanted to join they were happy to add her to the reservation and. We each got standard manipedis which cost $34. When we walked in we knew we were not all going to be serviced at once, as they did not have the staff to do so. However, I really appreciated that they staggered our service so that none of us were sitting alone in the pedicure chair away from the others. My stylist was very nice and made some chitchat with me were I told her that my friends and I were graduating that weekend. Her and her colleagues then offered all four of us small nail art designs for free. So sweet! It was a very nice experience and all my friends were satisfied with their nails. One star off only because I think one of my cuticles was clipped too hard and it hurt a tiny bit and bled. Just to note: They do accept credit cards but they only accept tips in cash! read more

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A friend recommended me to Leon on Instagram, I texted him on the 2nd regarding my nails. I told him I'm available next week, he said Monday, @11:30 the first time on the 7th... then asks me again if I wanted to come on the 14th... @12pm. Then asks me on Sunday if I can come in at 12:30 on the 14th. I'm not sure if he knew the weather was bad but he kept changing the times. But I personally did not know it was going to be raining bad. I texted him saying I can't make it due to the rain and he said it was fine, that he would make an exception. I proceeded to ask him what other days he can do... this man gone tell me next Wednesday. I told him I wanted him to do it because of the great things I've heard about him. He asked me to make a deposit without having a set time. And I asked for my money back cuz this was getting too much for me, he asked me "how's that my problem". I'm not sure if he wants me to miss my flight due to the fact that I want to get my nails done on Weds... this is an example of booking too many people at once and having poor customer service and terrible professionalism. He's very rude and does not respect the clients. He might be good at nails but he definitely was bad with communication. I hope y'all read this before you send this man your deposit. I will NOT be going to him. read more

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My mom and I have been coming here for years! My aunt even travels an hour to have her nails done at this salon. They have changed ownership, but the new owner Jenny really knows her stuff. I will not going anywhere else, I have used most of their services and never leave disappointed. They also offer waxing and do a wonderful job on my eyebrows. I am constantly complimented on them. read more

Rose Nails - Told her what I wanted and this is what I got. Love them! - Nail Salons Near Me - Waltham, Massachusetts

I love Rose nails. Jen is amazing and does great work. They offer all kinds of services. I go for my usual mani pedi. They are usually busy so make appointments and don't worry if you have to wait a few minutes. Does any business ever take you at the stroke of your requested time? No. They have so many colors in OPI and Essie. Gel and normal polishes. All ladies do a wonderful job. Jen is my favorite. Weekends are the busiest time but they are amazing and worth the wait!! I lived in Waltham for two years and now travel from the next town over to see her. read more

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I was utterly and completely disappointed in this place. The customer service here was ridiculous. The nail technician was extremely rude. Also, the quality of work WAS NOT the best. All they want is you money. I would not recommend this place to anyone. read more

I was able to book an appointment very easily. The service was very fast, clean, and I love my nails! I got solid color acrylics for $45 which i think is fair considering the final product. Will definitely be going again! read more

Rose Nails - Full set Blue acrylics in almond shape - Nail Salons Near Me - Waltham, Massachusetts

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Took my 12 year old daughter for her first manicure last month. $5 with a nail design on two nails and they didn't cut cuticles, which is good. Great! Took her today for a mani/pedi. $45. I asked why not $35 - the price for an adult combo - and he says because she got a design. Not cool. Shame on me for not asking the price first, but I don't appreciate the giant price difference. Will not go back. read more

Got my nails done a week ago and they were pretty, but half of the set has already popped off while folding laundry and typing on my laptop. Tips normally stay on my nails for a minimum of two weeks with no problems. read more

Honestly, arguably the best acrylic nail salon I've ever been to. With Leon and Joanne you can't go wrong. Prices are reasonable but can get a little pricy for designs although it is worth it!! I will go to them as long as I live in Waltham. read more

Let me start off by saying that I am a generally non-confrontational person, and I did come on Yelp and read all the reviews prior to entering this salon, so I should have known better and trusted my fellow Yelpers and never gone in here. Scene: empty nail salon; no customers, two techs and a man and his daughter? I had a full set of acrylics that I wanted to have taken off so I could get a plain, shellac manicure. I sat down with an older woman who started right in on my nails; clipping them with a large nail clipper and then alternating between an unused plastic nail tip (the kind you get when you get a fresh set of acrylics) and cuticle nippers-- no acetone soak, nothing. Just straight-up clipping and ripping the nails right off. THE MOST painful thing I've ever experienced. Then, the woman gets to my right index finger and ended up clipping my real nail. Instead of saying "oh gosh, I'm sorry," I got: "half your nail is broken." I said, "I know because you just clipped it and ripped it off." she replied, "no no half your nail like this underneath" I literally laughed out loud and said "ok I just watched and felt you rip it off but regardless just leave that ONE nail short since the rest of them are long, I guess." Per common knowledge of having acrylic nails, when you take them off it is well-known that your nails are excessively weak upon removal. This woman then gets the automated nail buffer/file out and starts buffing down my real nails. I said "excuse me that really hurts because there's borderline no nail left on there." she said "well you have ridge so I can file or not file" so I asked her to just use the block buffer to manually and GENTLY buff my tissue-paper nails. The hits just kept on coming. She had to do FOUR coats of shellac (not including the two base coats that were applied in circular-- yes, circular brush strokes) because after the two coats of color I asked her why she didn't paint the part of my nail closest to the cuticle. She said "because cuticle is skin." I said, "I understand that, but you didn't paint the NAIL that is directly above my cuticle so it looks like I need a fill and these are my real nails so can you please paint my ENTIRE nail so I dont need to come back in 3 days when the paint is halfway down my nail?" She rolled her eyes at every remark I made, including when I asked her to fix 3 nails that she made air bubbles on. She even had the gall to ask me if I wanted a pedicure or my eyebrows done. Even if I needed either of those services I would never agree to additional self-torture that I experienced with a simple manicure. I was left with a thick, lumpy, uneven, painful gel manicure, and unless you're willing to risk it for David (the owner who has several great reviews on Yelp) I would never go back to this place. read more

I can't believe no one has written a review on Rose Nails yet! Just about everyone in Waltham gets their nails done here. Why? Because David and his crew are the best! David knows nails! I started coming here when it was owned originally by I think it was his brother in-law back in 2002 and continue to keep coming back. Although I haven't been here much lately, because I'm poor and don't really need to since I have long nails, but whenever I need to get my nails done or feel like pampering myself, this is the place! The location is a decent size considering it is Moody Street, and the place is immaculately clean. The staff are super friendly and will go above and beyond to cater to your every nail indulging needs. Roll up to the nail station with their leather chairs and relax. Get yourself a pedi too! The prices are fair, but if you think about it you are getting your every dollars worth due to the customer service, quality, cleanliness, and experience that you get here. If you break your nail, David and his team will happily fix the problem. If you're looking for a product, he will gladly order it for you if he doesn't have it in store. Also, for those of you folks who have cars and don't live near Moody St. they do have a small parking lot in the back that they share with the laundromat that you don't have to pay for ;oD Oh how I wish I had couple of twenty dollar bills on me right now, I'd so go get my nails done just so I can get pampered in this miserable weather. read more

Excellent neighborhood nail salon. Pretty standard pricing for the area ($35 for combined mani/pedi). One of the ladies there, Wendy, is my favorite. My pedicures consistently last a long time, like 6-8 weeks even. I have even brought in my dad (who has trouble trimming his own nails due to a movement disorder). They treated him very well and made him feel comfortable, which I appreciated. I highly recommend this place! read more

I have happily been using Rose Nails for years now. I'll just break it down for you simply: Attention To Detail: Perfectly manicured hands and feet every time! Paint is always long lasting. Your feet will feel like brand new when they are done...I have never had a pedicure that has competed with theirs. Customer Service: (A+) Super friendly and accommodating. They will remember your name after a few visits and my business always feels appreciated. The staff speaks very good English as well. Price: Average/Standard Cleanliness: (B) General Dusting is something that does get a little neglected however nothing that I turn my nose up at Services: Nails and Waxing Overall I love Rose Nails and have never had a single complaint. There is on-street parking as well as public lots located directly behind the store. I do recommend making an appointment as they tend to have a little bit of a wait on most days if not. read more

Jenny had been doing my nails at a salon in Chelsea for almost 10 years...one day she was gone--I was told she "moved to Waltham". I went through every nail salon number in the Waltham phone listings to track her down...on my last try, I found her as the new owner of Rose Nails on Moody Street! I've been driving the 35 minutes plus, every 2 weeks since!! The best service---the best acrylic nails and design--for great prices!! So glad I found you, Jenny!! My nails and I are sooo relieved...!! :-) read more

Rose Nails - Love my nails!!! Thank you Jenny!! You're the best...!! - Nail Salons Near Me - Waltham, Massachusetts

This was a terrible experience right from the beginning. I scheduled a regular French manicure, and when I got there they took me right away. But during the entire shaping and cuticle cutting the technician was convincing me to get shellac instead of regular. After I politely declined several times she kept pushing, explaining it was only a $17 dollar difference. She kept pushing up until the nail paining process began. Then she began convincing me to get an eyebrow wax. Again, she wouldn't take no for an answer for the longest time. I have been at salons where they suggest a Shellac or an eyebrow wax to inform you about your options, but this was way too much of a sales push - not exactly what you're looking for when getting a mani. The manicure itself was pretty bad too. The white part way too big for my taste and when I asked for them to be smaller, I got attitude about asking her to make them a bit smaller. She also wouldn't do two coats of the light pink color that goes on top usually. I had to ask her and once again got push back. And I've had French manicures many times before and always had positive experiences, so by now I know how it should look and be done. She painted the nail sideways and therefore left parts of the nail near the white unpainted. I've never seen it that way, but I didn't question it, but I should have. When I noticed on several nails that there were parts of the nail that should have been pink, not painted, I asked her to fix it and once again got push back, until I insisted. Needless to say, I do not recommend this place for both its service and the experience overall. read more

Rose Nails - Clear top coat left on my skin after the manicure! - Nail Salons Near Me - Waltham, Massachusetts

Wow both a pedicure and gel polish nails in under 45 minutes. If you go at an "off" time they will do them both at the same time. ALSO my nails lasted for 22 !!! Days!!!! Yep. Uh huh. I know! I put a pic up so you could see for yourself. Really all nail places are not the same. read more

Rose Nails - After 23 days!!!! - Nail Salons Near Me - Waltham, Massachusetts

This is the worst place in Waltham! I had an appointment for 3pm they didn't start my nails until 4:20. I got a full set and a pedicure. The lady that did my pedi has NO idea what she was doing!!! The lady that did my full set did a horrible job. The acrylic is too thick, and she didn't know how to paint them. She left another thick blob on top of the already thick acrylic. I'm so disappointed. I will never be returning to this place ever again. read more

Rose Nails - My nails after getting a full set! DONT GO TO ROSE NAILS! - Nail Salons Near Me - Waltham, Massachusetts

This salon was decent. I went with a colleague for a pedicure midday and without appointments were started right away. The space is clean, the tools are sterile (although I didn't see them wash the tubs) and it was my first pedicure by a man. Hooray for equalism! The price was on par with any run of the mill NYC nail stop, although it did have an overwhelming smell of nail salon chemicals. The nail techs weren't very receptive to being gentle, and I have one nail not quite rounded, but I loved that they used actual paintbrushes. In the end, it's fine for a decent and quick pedicure. read more

I went here because Roni raved about them, and she was right! They are fast, efficient, friendly, and a great bang for your buck! I have to admit, I was hesitant to write, as I don't want people flocking to the place, but something this good is too good to keep to myself. It is nice to have your nails done by friendly, interested people :) read more