I always go to Rose because she does an amazing job and takes her time, every time! The new front desk receptionist is so nice. Both her and Rose did all they could do to help me find the perfect color (I had some trouble finding a particular regular polish color to match a gel polish). The only thing is that this place is kind of expensive, but so is every other Bethesda nail salon. The salon is super clean. Highly recommend! read more

Unfortunately, they must be under new management. I have loved this place foe years. And now they are rude and disorganized. I arrived for my appointment only to be told I was an hour late. When I said I wasn't she said I was going to call you but could read the phone number. Somehow this is my fault. She copped an attitude. Meanwhile the other receptionist is shaking her head at me! It's not the customers fault that you made a mistake. Then with lots of sass she said 'I don't have anything for you'. Years of great service only to be treated like dirt. And yes, I got an attitude right back at her. Didn't want to but she pushed me. read more

I went to this place after reading the good reviews in yelp. I only got a pedicure today, because I wanted to test the waters first. And I have to say I agree with them completely. I moved from NYC and I was looking for a nail salon that is as clean, good and affordable as my favorite place in NYC. Aqua nails is exactly that. Affordable (30$ for a pedi), hygienic, good and not overcrowded. Strongly recommend it... read more

Dear Aqua nails, Thank you for donating to Kenwood Country Club's Fundraiser for www.heroes.org. with your help we raised over $17,000! Keep up the good work. read more

clean, always available even through covid, relaxing, great service, good covid precautions, Lynn is amazing, always happy with how my nails turn out read more

i went to this salon because of the reviews but upon going i found that the reviews were far from true. the women were in such a rush to get you in and out that the pedicure was terrible - no massage at all. poorly polished nails and uneven nails. i came home and had to do a touch up. read more

I'm going to echo several others on this site and say that Acqua Nails is a great deal. Mani/pedis together are about $40, and they do a good & efficient job on both. They listen to you and everything is clean and organized. I will definitely continue to go here anytime I want a mani/pedi. read more

I am not a planner when it comes to my nails so Aqua Nails is great for me. They always fit me in and all the technicians are good so it doesn't matter who is available. I get a good manicure. A few great -Jai is my favorite. Her French manicures last longer than any I've had-sometimes more than 2 weeks if I'm not washing and weeding too much. John the owner always greets me by name. He is about to double the store in size and staff to include hair, facial and massage services. Easy parking and inexpensive. read more

A wonderful place to get your nails done. The staff is super friendly and they do a great job. I have not gotten my hair done here but if I do I will be sure to update my review. read more

I've been coming to this salon for a number of years. It's a very clean place and the atmosphere is very cozy, quiet and beautifully decorated. Virtually everyone is friendly and accommodating, even if/when they are swamped and/or dealing with demanding or impatient customers. The price is right, and the manicure/pedicures are never less then pretty good, and often times great. read more

This place is amazing. Everyone is so nice, it's clean, the service is really good and they have a diverse menu. Would go again, and you guys should definitely check this place out. read more

Aqua Nails is professional, clean and reasonably priced. They sterilize the tools after each customer and always open a sealed pack when doing your nails or toes. It's pretty busy so I've found it difficult to "walk-in". They have a butlers pantry that appears to be stocked with beverages, although I've never been offered any refreshments. I used to work across the street so it was convenient, I no longer do, but make the 20min drive to here because it's so worth it. read more

I used to come in every two weeks. Then I had the worst gel manicure I have had. The pink turned brownish by the next morning. I go back in a week later (I have a rough work schedule, I can't just pop by during the week), they apologize and give me another gel manicure at a discount. In my opinion, it should have been free since it wasn't done right, but I didn't say anything. Because the manicurist used 3 coats (don't ask me why) it was a lot of work to scrape them off. The next morning the SAME problem starts again -- the gel is changing color. Worse, my nails are now so weak from removing the first horrible manicure they keep breaking and then ripping off. I'm on a plane now and one nail just ripped so deep down it started bleeding. My hands look a wreck and it will take my nails forever to recover -- I hope by my wedding. I am in tears. Never again... I probably now have to see a dermatologist. Do not go here. read more

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I've gone to Acqua Nails multiple times and never had any complaints. The people are always nice and I have gotten very good manicures, pedicures, and eyebrow waxing. At certain times the place can get quite crowded but it hasn't bothered me. read more

This nail salon gives pedicures in less than 25 minutes. It is expensive and you feel like you are on an assembly line. The salon workers all seem exhausted. It is convenient if you live in the area but not worth the price if you want to feel like you had a chance to relax. read more

Kim not only did a great job on my pedi but this is one of the most professional places I've been to. Love the pedi bowl liners since there is so much press about unclean nail salons and infections. It's just a first rate experience. You won't be disappointed. read more

I took a small group of teenage girls and they loved it. The staff was polite and very accommodating. We are going back the end of May for my daughters 15th birthday with her 4 girlfriends. This is a great place for a teenage girl events. read more

Georgetown location - same owner - GREAT staff! Ask for Kelly, Teresa or Tee - they are the best!

Consistently the best nail salon I've ever used and for a good price. Very clean, professional, friendly, and excellent results.

I have been coming here for years and it is always my go to place! When I get a mani/pedi here it actually lasts and isn't chipping the next day which is a nice change from some of the other salons I have been to. I also know the owners and they are very nice and are always willing to stop and chat for a little bit to catch up! read more

best pedicure evr! yes I am a guy who loves pedicures.. go to Tweety. Neighborhood gem for sure.

Jewelry theft at this location: Do not take off any jewelry for manicures, etc. Mine was next to me and a valuable watch stolen. Of course no one admitted to seeing any of this. I was told how this never happens there but don't believe that one. It was a very expensive manicure. read more

This place is the best and I love it. The owner is very accommodating and keeps the place running smoothly. All the technicians are very friendly and professional, and they do a great job with your nails. As another reviewer noted, the tools are individually sterilized, which I think is a huuuuuge plus. They are also very gentle and careful with your nails/cuticles. The massage chairs for pedicures are very nice and not worn down at all. Actually, the whole place is very clean and organized, and they always ask you if they can get you a water or soda or magazine or whatever :-) Oh--another thing I love is that the girls who work there actually know what they are talking about: on a couple occasions i have picked a color and then been disappointed with once she started painting with it, and said "oh i dont think this is what i wanted after all" and we talked quickly about what i wanted (more opaque, more sheer, less orange, whatever whatever) and the girls always have recommendations for color, which is just extra helpful and pretty unusual i think. definitely make an appointment, as sometimes they get busy and wont take walk-ins. They can also handle large groups for parties---I had a giant group of people there for a pre-wedding get-together and they were so nice and helpful and did a fabulous job on everyone's nails! read more

I have been going to Acqua Nails for a long time. John the owner keeps the place running very smoothly and the technicians are usually very good about requests (I usually ask for them not to cut my cuticles). The manicures/pedicures here last longer than the average ones do, and for about $40 for both, it's a deal. Not to mention that I am really keen on hygiene and this place uses individually sterilized sets of tools for each new client, so you know the tools weren't just dipped in cleaning solution before they were used on you. I have also never felt rushed to leave, if I wanted to wait an extra 5 minutes to have my nails dry. It is worth the drive from NW DC for me. read more

RE the DC location: I used to love this place. However, when I went two weeks ago for my appointment (that I had made days in advance), they made me wait about 20 minutes. What's the point of having an appointment. I went back tonight, and the girl smacked on gum literally the entire time. It was annoying and rude. I also realized that most of the other women who worked there were also all chewing gum. Great way to lose customers! read more

My kids take ballet in the same complex as Aqua Nails so i thought I'd give them a shot. No problem getting a pedi appt on Sunday morning as a walk-in. The salon is very clean & professional & there is no annoying chatter between the women while they do nails. Pedi was $30 and was done in 30 min. I'll be back for sure. read more

Excellent prices and services. I have been going there for many years. Woman at front desk is rude but I just ignore her.

I went to aqua nails, sangamore -- had been there a few month before, but it had moved a few doors down. I walk in and say, hi -- so you have moved or are you expanding. Response: your name? I give it. Then: go get your color. Cold, very cold. Then not a word from the person giving me the manicure and pedicure. The final insult: the manicure had bubbles and lasted a day. I will never go back. What should be a pleasant, relaxing experience was unpleasant and not well done. read more

Re: the sangamore location. I've had it with this place. The manicures and pedicures are mediocre at best. They've raised their prices and the woman who works at the front desk is just plain unpleasant/unhelpful. I will never go back. read more

Love this place - have been here several times and never been disappointed. A great manicure/pedicure every time. Warning - this place is popular. I've always had to wait, even though it is huge, but it's worth it. read more

Just ran in here today while my daughter was at a birthday party next door. Val did a great job with my eyebrows. The pricing was great. The place seems to be run very well. The front desk is busy and well operated but the receptionist had a slight attitude although she was under alot of demand. read more

I'm totally disappointed by the recent service last night! I just went in to remove my old nail polish removed and get a new color. As my old polish was gel, so I knew they always have to wrap my nails with nail polish remove for 15 minutes. However, this time the nail tech without any greeting or saying anything grabbed her nail filer and started filing over my pinky nail so roughly and made some scratches over my nail! I immediately asked her that they always wrap my nails and wait a little bit. She got up without a word and left and after 5 minutes came back with the front dest lady who was not pleasant as well and she started supporting her by saying that wrapping takes so much time and she may have another customer! I asked then let somebody else take care of me and I'm concerned about the brutal way of removing the old polishes. Finally, she accepted wrapping it, but she was too dry and short in conversation since the beginning! She rushed me through the process and applied the new polish as fast as she could and vanished! I go to this place for many years and I know the owner, John who knows how to run the business very well. It's just some nail techs who need to do a better job rather than make the clients just a short change! read more

I find Acqua Nails, especially since they have expanded, to be completely NOT customer friendly. They do not try to accommodate to appointment times other than every half hour, even if there are employees walking around with nothing to do. I showed up early for a10:30 appointment after being told I could be seen a few minutes before scheduled. After a few minutes up front, I was asked to sit, waited a few minutes, my pedicurist walked by and said she would be with me in a few more minutes. I walked out and will never go back. I will not go back to a place that does not focus on the customer and the result, after being treated poorly, is only a mediocre pedicure (known from previous experiences). Acqua Nails has turned into a nail factory with very poor service and output. HORRIBLE!! read more

I've been going to Aqua Nails for years. The owner, when he is there, always knows my name and greets me like he's so happy to see me. They autoclave all the instruments, so everything is very sanitary. The mani/pedi for $38 is a bargain...the foot/leg massage is unbelievable. Holly is my manicurist and she's fantastic. I cannot say enough good things about this wonderful nail salon! This isn't exactly close to where I live but when I go I feel as if I'm on a special retreat! read more

I have been going to Acqua Nails in Bethesda for well over 10 years. All the manicurists are lovely women, however the receptionist is extremely rude. She needs to take a class in respect for others! If I were John, the owner, I would get rid of her. She's toxic. read more

LOVE LOVE LOVE!! Literally the only place I go to get a manicure or pedicure. I have been going here for about 8 years now and I would never go anywhere else! Love that they continue to remodel and expand the store, only making the experience better. My nails always look great and they are amazing with fitting you in if necessary! I would also advise trying gel at Acqua Nails-you'll never go back! read more

I went two days ago. I had manicure and the lady did an awful job. Very inaccurate and fast! Don0t go there or at least ask for someone who is willing to do is job and not just steal 20 dollars read more

I have gone to this salon many times, but I don't believe I will go again. I regard getting a pedicure as a treat, and the last few times it has been anything but a treat. Although the nail techs are very nice, and the place is clean, since they have expanded, it is not a pleasant place to go. The main problem is the manager/receptionist. She is trying to schedule the appointments very closely, and is extremely unpleasant if anything goes awry. She does not like to allow clients time to select their polish and she is very rude if one asks for a few more seconds to do so. It would go along way if she was pleasant and possibly even cracked a smile, rather than storming around treating employees and clients so rudely. read more

Mediocre at best and rude management. The first time I went here I thought my mani/pedi was below average. Thinking maybe it was the nail tech, I gave them another chance and went in for a pedi. The nail tech finished my pedi in 17 minutes. Seriously, 17 minutes. When she told me it would be $30, I said "wow. that was really short". I also told her the polish coats looked thin and she informed me that they looked fine. Ummm, ok. She charged me the full amount anyway. When leaving I explained my issue to the front desk manager. She informed me that my pedi had actually been 30 minutes. Which was NOT TRUE. I told her this and she insisted I was wrong. She was quite rude. The only reason I give them 2 stars is that she did give me a $30 gift card for my next pedi. Which I will be spending on hair products from their salon area because it would be a total waste for a bad pedi that will only last a few days. Not sure what everyone sees in this place. They do not understand the meaning of customer service. read more

Just so everyone out there know that AcquaNails still have the same management for the 13 years. First of all thank you everyone for all your support for Acqua. Also, its always great to hear the feed back from client good or bad. But, I just want to say we are only human...and we do make mistakes. We always trying to fix our mistake if we can help it, if you let us or help us. This message is for the client that telling me I was rude and I pushed your button. I have explained to you what happened, instead of you telling me ok you will wait for a few minutes and I will fix it. You already started to get nasty with me, and already calling me NAMES. At this point the receptionist that sat next to me thought why should anyone get insulted like that over a mistake appointment that was why she shooked her head. Also, you were so nasty that a stand by client told you to leave and stop insulting me. Also, your 1st friend didn't get there until 1:30. Yout 2nd friend stuck in traffic and didnt get there til about 1:40.! If you weren't so upset it would all worked out! So thank you for yout comment about me! read more