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    Chao Nail + Bar

    3.8 (124 reviews)
    PriceyNail Salons
    Closed 9:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Manicure

    Manicure and pedicure

    Nail fill-in

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    Peter P.

    This place was solid. Really nice staff who are friendly and helpful. the prices were reasonable. Really liked their set up, they offer free drinks and their equipment (massagers) were comfy.

    Just a cutie red with natural nails.
    Emily R.

    I will say, this is the most comfortable salon I've ever been to. The service is incredibly thoughtful and consistent. Their salon experience from aesthetics, service, and bevvy options during service is really fun. I feel veeerryyy well taken care of when I'm there and have only worked with a few techs, but each of them being so kind and thorough. You pay for what you get, this feels like it's absolutely worth every cent.

    i was greeted upon entering and offered a choice of refreshments. Lisa was my nail tech. She did a wonderful job!! Will definitely be a repeat customer!

    This is a continuation of my last review. My nails are still healing. They are thin, hurt, and keep peeling.

    Chrome French tip gel manicure
    Isabel H.

    Beautiful chrome French tip gel manicure! Super clean and relaxing inside and took our last minute appointment. She really liked how the dip was shaped and they were meticulously filing to get the shape perfect. They also gave us tea, gorgeous job!

    Neon Flame Nails

    Book with Havan immediately!!!! She's so talented, kind, and fun. I love that Chao does not use any chemicals. Plus it has the best iced coffee ever!

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    Lily did an incredible job with my nails! She was very understanding of my cluelessness as this was only my second time getting my nails done. She adjusted the polish I picked to make it as dark as I wanted. I thought the glitter was a little gold for what I had in mind, but honestly, I love the result. I will lean toward something more silver next time, but this still looks beautiful. Also, the nail art she did was stunning! I was not expecting perfection or for it to resemble the picture so closely, but she made it happen! The team was also very gracious because I scheduled the incorrect appointment type but they still made it work. Lily had to rush because of my scheduling mistake towards the end of the appointment, but my nails were still flawless! I will be more aware of how to schedule next time! Thank you, Lily and team!

    I had an absolutely fantastic experience at Chao Nail + Bar! I've been a client of ANTHONY'S for a long time now (4+ years) and he is the BEST there is in Nashville! He recently moved from his last nail bar to Chao, and I can't recommend him enough!! He's done my nails on a regular basis and for every special occasion (my wedding, bachelorette weekend, awards weeks, etc) over the last few years, and he never misses!!! Today was my first time at Chao, and I was extremely impressed! The atmosphere was fresh and inviting, the massage chairs were the best I've encountered, there's a delicious coffee shop right next door, a super fun playlist on - the vibes are just right! All of the staff was incredibly friendly and the entire experience was superb. Again, I can't recommend ANTHONY enough! Go ask for him!

    Andrea T.

    Got nails done for the Beyoncé concert while I was visiting Nashville. Whole experience was a 10/10

    Enjoying a Saigonese bowl post dazzle dry mani
    Elizabeth B.

    The only downside of doing Apres Gel X extensions is that the service does not come with the standard massage/hot towels all manicures come with and the only option to add it is to pay for a whole other manicure package. Given all the typing, texting, and lifting weights I do I am always super sad when I remember they don't offer this standard part of a mani, esp with the standing cost of this service.

    Dip
    Astrid S.

    I like to review places after I've visited at least twice for consistency of service. I actually ended up here due to an ad on IG so I was a little hesitant. Turns out this was back when they first opened. My expectations were high because of the area & their amazing social media person who does great with the pictures. Let's get to it; this place and the vibe are undeniable great. Super clean, high standards at the stations and all around the salon. Everyone is friendly and accommodating as long as they know exactly what you need. I read some of the reviews about people rushing you or being shuffle to someone else but it comes down to time. Some techs have appts back to back and adding/changing your service on the spot is something they find hard to accommodate. Time is money. I get it. Parking is behind the building and they do validate. Prices are clearly stated on the website. I've always made an appointment online as their system is user friendly so I don't know how flexible they are with walk-ins. Quality of work? Top of the line. Not once my nails have chipped or broken. They have always last at least 4weeks and I've done gel & dip. Price? Well.... Yeah. It's pricey!!! But then again, you can see that online.

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    Ask the Community - Chao Nail + Bar

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    There are different types of- Multi Flex Hard Gel Dip and Apres Gel X Dip - both run over $100 for full set.

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    West End Nail Bar

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    3.9(187 reviews)
    1.0 miMidtown

    Before we begin, this photo is of my nails *FIVE* weeks after my manicure!!! FIVE!!! Yes, hard to…read morebelieve I know, they still look so good!!! Okay I've been coming to West End Nails since 2022, they are the only nail salon I trust in Nashville! I no longer live in Tennessee but I was in town for a visit, then had an event the same day I landed back home, so needed to get a manicure during my trip. Manicure date: May 28, 2026 Photo Date: June 30, 2026 I only have a very slight chip at the bottom of ONE nail and it's barely noticeable. Last night my sister asked me if I had just gotten my nails done. These have lasted two music festivals, summer swimming and outdoor activities, and regular day to day. I did a standard gel manicure, nothing fancy, no special techniques or premium polishes. Also! The salon is so nice, I usually go with a friend and they put us next to each other so we can chat. They offer you a drink and make sure you're comfy. They also offer 5% discount with student ID!

    Started off really well, able to get a walk in and wasn't busy inside at all. Came in for mani…read morepedi. As a guy just looking to get regular maintenance care done on my nails, my bar isn't that high...but one thing that is annoying is not getting at least the same level of treatment as other customers. A woman walked in, being served by another tech and was immediately asked if she wanted something to drink. It was until then I was offered a drink as well. Once I noticed that, I could see the different level of attention to detail to my service just fell flat. And to top it all off the charge was almost $100. A mani pedi no polish with just a buff, that's it. Maybe the value is there for other folks, but just a bad experience overall.

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    D I P Nail Lounge - Brown and gold

    D I P Nail Lounge

    4.7(21 reviews)
    3.3 mi

    Love this nail salon- well priced especially for the Nashville area and I got a gel pedicure and in…read moretotal with tip was under $70. Very sweet people working there and great options for colors. Loved! I will definitely be back

    Insane outcome so thought I'd share a review... I went here a couple of times, only seeing Jayden…read morebecause a friend referred me. His work is fantastic, I even followed him briefly to the other salon and then back. About a month ago I came in for an appointment and showed a picture from the yelp reviews. 1/4 of the way in (base done, working on design), I told him I don't love it, in what I thought was a very polite manner (again, friend referred me, I'm not a dick). I absolutely hate doing this, but I was unhappy with the design and asked he just do a solid color. He was clearly frustrated, but again don't think I was rude about it. We finished and I insisted on paying for his time, multiple times tried, and he wouldn't let me, therefore I couldn't tip (only had my card). The twist- turns out not liking the design got me fired as a client. So here's my honest review- Jayden is great at painting but he does not do actual manicures, even when you book one. He will tell you if he doesn't like a design (I loved my nails the first time he did them and he flat out told me he didn't like the colors) but apparently cannot take someone not liking his work. So, mixed bag. Just an honest review since apparently I've already been blackballed. He also cannot do airbrush so his skill set is limited to brush paint and only certain things and will not tell you if a design is not suitable for your nail shape, which was the case with the design I picked. It wasn't until I said I didn't like them that he blamed me for picking that and that it was a different shape nail in the pictures. (Which I knew but assumed he would adapt the design for my actual shape ‍). Also they didn't tell me the fired me, they blocked my number. I thought it was an issue with their phone service so called on a different phone and got through. So overall insanely unprofessional in that regard. But roll the dice because his work and the price are great.

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    Poppy & Monroe

    Poppy & Monroe

    4.5(196 reviews)
    2.8 miGermantown
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    I happened to mention to a friend how I wished I could have my head massaged by a professional and…read moreshe turned me onto the concept of "head spa," which I had never heard of before. Well, I went down a rabbit hole and found Poppy and Monroe! A head spa is more than just a massage. At Poppy and Monroe, they give you a scalp analysis, massage, and essential oil treatments, with plenty of warm, rushing water to rinse and finesse. My treatment, which was pretty pricey at around 300 bucks, also included a facial (the esthetician rubbing my face was divine), foot massage, and hand/arm massage. At the beginning of the head treatment, Anna (who was AMAZING, by the way) showed me what was good and bad about my hair and scalp--my scalp was some of the best she'd seen, but was a little pale and needed more blood flow. She then showed me what my scalp looked like after that treatment, and there was indeed more blood flow, and looked more vibrant and less anemic. Anna was professional and kind and told me what she was doing every step of the way. She made sure I was comfortable the whole time. Everything felt wonderful. The vibe was calm. I felt relaxed. After the visit, Anna gave me pointers on how to care for my scalp and recommendations for returning for further treatments, but not in a gimmicky-trying-to-sell-me-stuff way. The space is warm and welcoming and also offers pedicures, manicures, and makeup sessions. The pedicure/manicure spaces are a little close together for my taste (I prefer private rooms), but they are stylish and clean. I plan to come back and see Anna again to work on my self care regimen. And there are lots of cute restaurants and shops in the area, so you can park and make an afternoon of it!

    I've been going to Poppy and Monroe for a few years now. I won't go anywhere else!! I am very…read moreconcerned about hygiene as I know really bad things can happen to you if you get an infection from unclean tools, water, etc. So, the hygiene aspect brought me there initially. But, then I found that everything else is also really, really good. I have some favorite technicians, but I have never had a bad experience with anyone. I now take my husband with me as well, and he loves it! The atmosphere is super relaxing. Overall, just a really great experience, and I feel confident that my health/hygiene is taken seriously. Also, I recently tried the scalp treatment option...I highly recommend!!

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