Went in a Monday night, after waiting a month to get a fill (nails just raggedy, and my nail shape left so much to be desired). There were only about 3 ladies working, and about 5 customers. It seemed at least 3 of the customers were regulars, which I took as a pretty good sign. You know the area of town this is in, so you can guess what it looks like. It's the type of place that is clean, but makes you squint to be sure. Very no frills- no wine, no pimped out decor (this is Marlboro pike, not DC). Very limited OPI and Essie polishes, most look old (I also recognize I'm 1 of very few people that gets regular polish on their acrylic). The staff is friendly and welcoming, and not very talkative (which is A+ in my book). There's a tv to distract you and pedi chairs do the massage (but again, no frills so manage your expectations here). The pedicure tubs are clean but they don't line them with disposable plastic. They SLAAAAAYYYYYEEDDDDDD my coffin shape. Caught myself gazing at them even a few days later. Oh yea, and I saw a lady finish up with some bomb nail designs (diff design on each finger, details matter). If that's your thing, it looks like they do that pretty well too. Summary: Efficient. Economically priced. Clean. No frills. Nice staff.

I was a bit skeptical because the more recent reviews didn't have a good ratio, but I am new to the area and decided to try. It looks awful from the outside. I called before I came and she said no wait. So I come in and get seen within 3 minutes. I got a gel manicure ($25!) and pedicure ($20!) and eyebrows $7. I posted the prices for your convenience. It was a great job, and I was out within an hour! I'll let you know how the gel holds up. Kim was very nice. I will note one thing. There was a woman who started her nails before me, and it was acrylic so it took longer. She said she then wanted to do feet (I'm not sure if she said that before) and the guy said it would be a 20 min wait because he doesn't do feet and some other folks didn't either. That's a bit suspicious I would've been mad if it was me.

I came her with my cousin for a 10am Monday appointment. When first pulling up the store strip could be updated. When going inside it did not get better and I was skeptical of getting a pedicure but went with it since my cousin has a relationship with workers and I didn't want to start drama. Overall my service was great and my nails turned out wonderful. If you can get over the look of the place then I would recommend. I got a gel manicure and regular pedicure. I do plan to return. But need to find out day to go. I left around 11 and it was crowded on a Monday. People with hour wait.

I've been in the area for a few years now and have yet to find a nail "home" but Vivian is now a contender. Yes, the spot could use a little love but the techs are really friendly and do good work. Ahna did my nails. I didn't catch the name of the woman who did my feet but she was super sweet and thorough

This is a small no frills salon but my nails were done to perfection! I'll definitely be back.

This place could use a serious upgrade - new paint PLEASE and some better cleaning supplies but.... my nails look nice ‍. They don't have many pretty regular nail polish options- it seems they've decided to focus more on gel colors because that's what most people are doing now. I brought my own polish. The nail techs were quick and my nails look pretty good AND the prices were cheap compared to other places I've seen in Maryland. I'll be back, more than likely!

My first visit and I decided to give them a try after reading other reviews. Conveniently located on Marlboro pike. The shop is small and there are only maybe 4,5 technicians working there. My tech was Lili and she was so nice! It was a small wait but well worth it! They really take their time here so you receive quality service, I love my nails and plan to return next week for a fill in :-) Tip: they were more busy on a Friday, (like typical salons are), I went back Saturday at noon and the wait was a little less than 10 mins. Like I said before, WELL worth it! Only wish they had more gel colors to choose from that would be my only suggestion.

This is a gel overlay (acrylic then gel polish) after 4 days done by Mimi. I was forced to go to her although I typically go to Kim, after being late 10 mins for two appointments. I was charged $35 when I normally play $25 through me. Won't be going back. Terrible service. And the quality speaks for itself.

Always seeing this place and never went in...Today I decided to get gel fill in and was not,disappointed. The place was clean and the staff was professional. My tech was,Nee Nee,and she did Exatly as I asked So while there i decided,to get a,pedi...the chairs,in there..OMG..best,chair massage I ve ever had!! If your ever in the area..try them out. U wont be disappointed. They also have a good selection of gel colors...Tip...make an appt!

Finally!! I have found a nail salon that does my nails without them looking bulky and abnormal. The techs here are extremely nice and the service is amazing. The location may not be in the best spot but I will certainly be back. I went on a Saturday and they did have a afternoon rush but it was well worth the wait. Also I think the ventilation in the building is non existent so the smell of the nail chemicals can be strong, other than the location and ventilation I truly like the service.

Found this place on yelp. Recently moved and need a new nail spot. Our experience was ok. On the outside it looks a little shabby. Inside, slightly better. Nothing a little bit of paint and maybe a call to merry maids couldn't fix. While there we witnessed an older woman sweeping but with the amount of dust by the hairs and drying station that doesn't happen often. Now to the nails. My daughter needed a fill in, 2 nail repairs and a cut down. She was happy with the service and the price, $25.00. I was going to get acrylic over my natural nails. They are thin and I wanted try to prevent chipping or breaking. A woman wanted me to get something else, kept saying "gel color because it last longer". Don't really care about the color lasting longer because I would come back and switch colors often. She tried again, I explained again. She then shakes her head and says "I don't know, I don't know". Umm what don't you know?? At this point I'm a little turned off so she goes back to finishing my daughters nails. Another person motions for me to come over. No thank you, I'll go somewhere else. I can tell they do good work because they had a number of regular customers. Good sign right? Idk. May give them another shot later. Oh, and upon leaving I could have sworn I saw the same lady that was sweeping go to the basket and sort out the disposable paper feet footies they give you after your pedi. Ummm what are you doing? Those go in the trash right? My tip, where sandals if your going to get a pedi because who knows how many people wore the paper footies. Pic of daughters nails.

Love love love this place! I am military and just moved here and was in desperate need of a new nail salon. I had tried a bunch but they either had terrible service, were rude, or were too far away. I love Vivian Nails not only for their absolutely amazing service but they treat you like family and they are more than happy to help get exactly what you want. I had my nails done at a previous salon that made me pay way too much and my nails actually snapped off. I went to Vivian's and I will never NEVER go anywhere else.