Went there on a Wednesday evening to get my shellac manicure and pedicure done. It was easy to get a reservation with them and they were very quick to respond. I changed my mind and didn't end up getting a manicure. However, I got the shellac pedicure which came up to $64 without tip. I thought that was a bit pricey. The staff were super nice and clean and did a good job. Good place if you need a last minute appointment! read more

I've had some hit or miss experiences with different salons since I started going for mani/pedis a few years ago. For one thing, most are not geared towards men which is understandable. These services don't come cheap, so I've done my fair of research. Crafty was recommended to me and sounded like it would be a good fit. They've got a tidy location across the street and close to Sport Chek on Broadway. I decided to walk in without an appointment and was in luck on a Saturday when they weren't too busy. First impression : bright and airy. I was served right away and directed to a chair near the front. The massage chair was fairly standard with options for back/shoulder/neck massage. I was a bit surprised not to be offered tea but it didn't seem like the other clientele were either. My combined service took a little over half an hour as both the mani/pedi were completed simultaneously. Staff were not chatty at all which was fine with me, if a bit awkward. They do have the option here of an "express" mani/pedi if you're short on time and want to skip the hand/foot massage and other little extras. I decided to get the full experience as it had been awhile and felt a little pampering was in order. Overall, I think they did a great job and I wouldn't hesitate to go back. For $66 excluding tip, it's a few dollars more than I'm used to for this but the attention to detail was good and I'm pleased that I made the trip. The hot stone foot massage in particular was really nice. I would happily return here. read more

I had a great experience at Crafty Nail Bar! The staff are friendly, professional, and pay great attention to detail. The salon is clean and relaxing, and my nails turned out beautiful. Highly recommend! read more

I came in with a tricky design and my nails came out looking even better than the photo I showed. Wonderful and sweet service. Thank you Lynn!! read more

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I recently moved from New York to Vancouver and was in the mood for a gel-x manicure. I called to make the appointment and the person taking the call must have misheard me, because when I came in, they thought I was just doing gel polish even though I asked for gel-x over the phone. They said I'd have to wait, but they ended up being able to take me almost right away. (I came in early, so technically my appointment started pretty much on time!) Despite the miscommunication, they did a great job on the design. Plus, coming from New York, I was super happy with the price, but I'm not sure how it compares to other nail salons in Vancouver. I would also note that they were painting the walls when I came in, so it definitely still smelled like paint... I would have preferred if they painted when they weren't taking customers :/ Overall, I'm happy with my experience and will definitely be coming back. Great service, clean space, and reasonable prices. read more

The salon was clean and welcoming. Next time I visit I will definitely be coming for a pedicure as well. Staff were friendly and I was in an out within an hour! read more

Crafty Nail Bar - shellac manicure with the chrome overlay - Nail Salons Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Great service and they know how to do all kinds of nail designs. Everyone was very friendly and I would highly recommend. Plus the decor is beautiful! read more

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Went there for an express regular mani pedi and it was express indeed. The ladies did an amazing job and worked super fast. I loved the results. It's been 3 days and no chipping yet even though I've done lots of cooking. I'll def be back! read more

Great little salon. The one worker is really sassy, I liked her. Not the cleanest looking place nor is it luxurious but a good mani for the price point read more

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This is an update from my previous experience. The shop called and asked me to come in for them to fix it. So I am giving them 3 stars. However air bubbles showed up again! Thankfully I decided to go with sparkles because it hides more. I know that they tried and I appreciate their effort to fix it. But it was a disappointing experience and there are shops that have better value with better services. ------------ Oh man. I came here with excitement based on high reviews by everyone. It's near my work and I thought this would be perfect quick break whenever I needed it. Sad to say, I am so so disappointed. Compared to my usual spot in point grey, the pricing is 2X. If it offered better service, I'd understand but it didn't. It had less service and the technicians don't pay attention. I noticed an air bubble on one of the nail so I asked them to fix it right away but soon after I noticed air bubbles on two other nails. I also broke out in hives from the lotion they use for massage and their towels were heavily scented. (What are you covering up) There is no hand soak for manicure but they just push down your cuticles. read more

Crafty Nail Bar - Air bubbles all over - Nail Salons Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

It's been my third time here. I usually have Mandy to do my nails. However, I went out on a whim and decided to go with someone else since Mandy was unavailable today. My nail tech Haley is amazing! I absolutely love how she works. She was careful, paid attention to details, and is very knowledgeable with her work. She asks if you like her work through each step of the way and wants for you to be happy with the end result. I would definitely recommend her if Mandy is not available. The place is always clean and I notice the nail tech cleans and sanitizes their tools before they use it on different clients. read more

Crafty Nail Bar - Solid pink gel polish (colour #141) with a rose gold gel glitter on natural nails! In love with how it sparkles against the light. - Nail Salons Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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when I made the appoint they asked if I could come 30 mins earlier than I had requested and so I did. However, it clearly was to squeeze me in between other appointments and I got 3rd rate treatment. The manicure was fine but the pedicure is the worst I've ever had. The person who did my pedicure gave the fastest pedicure in history, completely done including polish in 20 mins. She rushed all the stages, barely massaging me, hot stone for 30 seconds, but the worst was she did an awful job on my skin, my heels are as dry and cracked as they were when I went in. She didn't remove any of the dead skin. Other people who were already there when I arrived were still having their pedicures when she finished mine. Clearly they didn't care that I had paid for the full service. I think they seem to focus on nails and nail art, if you want a great mani-pedi that you feel relaxed and pampered after THIS IS NOT THE PLACE. read more

I've been getting my nails done for years and I've gone to many nail salons and private home studios but none were ever good enough that i would go back more than once or twice. But guess what? I've finally found and settled at Crafty! I found this place on Valentine's Day of this year and I'm so glad I did because have you seen Mandy's work? Look at the photos I've attached and check her Instagram. She's amazing at what she does! Every time I show her a picture of what I want, she does it even better. Not everyone can do everything you ask for but Mandy definitely can. She will make sure to stop and ask if you if you like the shape or if there's anything you'd like differently. Making sure you leave satisfied and impressed. The service is also what makes the place great! Most of the workers there are young and came from Vietnam last year. It's nice communicating with them because it helps them practice their English. I love the fact that if it's not too busy, they will come around and watch Mandy do magic on my nails. They'll even go LIVE on Instagram and take photos after to post. They're all so sweet and they're learning from the best! My appointments are usually last minute but they always have time to fit me in. I sometimes come with my boyfriend and he loves getting a pedicure/foot massage. We haven't gone in a couple months due to a busy schedule but we will definitely be back soon!! I miss getting my nails done so I thought I'd write a review. I mean, how could I not? My nails are ALWAYS amazing!! If the photos don't do justice, then you'll have to go and make an appointment for yourself. Trust me. You'll love it! read more

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This is my go to nail salon. They always do a fantastic job and have lots of options in terms of colour and design. My friend had asked for a full Acrylic set with a complicated design, and they were able to help her achieve her dream nails. Would definitely recommend. Quick tip: make a reservation ahead of time and they can accommodate larger groups! read more

I went there for a mani + pedi. Pedicure was really nice but manicure was terrible. For a simple colour, she didn't even start from the end of the nail and already looks like my nails have been growing. 4 ppl were working there and no one could draw a strawberry. They didn't even have stickers. Do i just asked fir a simple gold line which they couldn't do. The person in charge finally took over and drew an ugly yellow not straight line. They charged me $75 for this. For s salon specifically for nails, I think they need to learn some designs. read more

Crafty Nail Bar - Nail Salons Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

First time here, as im from seattle. Came here with my colleague, and the staff here took great care of us! They didn't rush and paid meticulous attention to details when doing our nails. My colleague got a mani and pedi done by two other staffs. I got my acrylic set done by Hao! They asked us if we needed any other service or details done to make sure our experience was great! They clean as they worked, a very great hygenic place! read more

Crafty Nail Bar - My acrylic nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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This was my first time going here and I loved it! The place is really clean and you can see the staff sanitizing the chairs and tools after each use. They get you to wash your hands right when you come in and most people were wearing masks. Tracy and her team are really knowledgable and experienced, and my nails turned out so good. Tracy got the length and design just how I wanted it after showing her some reference photos. She even helped me get the perfect colours when I couldn't find what I was looking for. I will definitely come here again! read more

Crafty Nail Bar - Acrylic nails with some designs - Nail Salons Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

I was looking for a location in my neighborhood. The nail technician was amazing. I went for a gel pedicure. Very thorough and gentle. The massage alone was incredible. Great work and a good price point. read more

I was really surpised by this place! I went in because I needed an emergency manicure - it's a thing! I was filming for something the next day and they told me at 4pm on a Friday that I needed to change my manicure, but I have gel nails (the fake nails, not shellac) and they need to use a dremel drill to take them off properly and then do a whole proper fill. It is VERY difficult to find a salon that does this well on a regular day, let alone at the end of the week on a Friday. My regular manicurist wasn't available (Haus of Lacquer) so last minute BUT Crafty had availability and the girl that did them was amazing. I was anxious that she'd dremel too much, or hack my old nails off, and I didn't know if they did gel fills, but alas, I was pleasantly surprised that everything was done quite well. I was in and out in maybe about an hour and fifteen and the whole thing was $48. Amazing. The manicure itself is quite simple and I probably would have like another coat of polish, and my shape is basic, but I was happy with the price, length of time it took, and the ability of the salon to meet my needs last minute. read more

Sloppy manicure Had to instruct the girl and control the whole procedure. She didn't push back the cuticles, I had to ask her, I also had to ask her to clean them up more in the end. Bad filing job too read more

I bounced around nail places for a bunch of years but I go to Crafty exclusively now. I love it. I don't get my nails done super super frequently but I love to get a set for a holiday or to go for mani/pedis with my partner sometimes. Crafty has amazing artists and all the workers are funny and sweet. I have gotten some more complex nail art here (which they freehanded from a picture on my phone) and also simple services. This unassuming nail bar is full of talented staff and is priced very fair for the city. During covid it's clear how they are taking more precautions to keep us all safe and I'm glad, because I hope to keep coming for a long time read more

Great prices and service! Mandy did my gel manicure and she did an excellent job! I love my nails so much, she's also sweet and friendly! I didn't get the name of the girl that did my pedicure but she also did an amazing job! First time coming here and it will definitely be my go to place while I'm in Vancouver. read more

Crafty Nail Bar - Fresh gel manicure - Nail Salons Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

With all the five star reviews, I was expecting a bit more? I got shellac manicure and pedicure. Service was mediocre. She aburptly trimmed my nails way too short, and they were uneven between my hands. The painting itself was immaculate though. The nail art I requested was above average, not amazing. I did appreciate that they spent a long time on my toenail cuticles and shaping. I also appreciated that they didn't charge me nail art per nail, but based in the level of detail. read more

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I got my nails done a little over a week ago with Mandy for a full set. I work down the block and a few of my coworkers recommended this salon. Their pricing is very cheap compared to many other salons, so I came in with a photo of a beautiful set I didn't want to travel to Richmond for and she did an excellent job getting it to look like the photo. However during my shift yesterday I randomly had an artificial nail break in half. I don't do anything that hard on my hands at work being behind a bar or running food so called in for a repair. I got held back at work so missed my appointment but won't be returning as most of my nails were either lifting or peeling. I've gone to many salons and have gotten my nails done plenty of times, but this has never happened before. I was actually able to lift them all off and as you can see from the photo, one would think I had press on nails. read more

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Update: came back for my fourth visit recently and left as satisfied as my first time! Mandy works so quickly, I was able to go from bare nails to full set gel w design in only 40 mins! read more

Crafty Nail Bar - looking good after a week! - Nail Salons Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Went for my 4th time! Still great quality and more colours/nail decor selection. I recommend getting the gel artificial nails over the acrylic as I noticed they last longer and don't break as easily. Definitely worth the extra $5. read more

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Absolutely fantastic!! Amazing service and Mandy is so skilled ! Strongly recommend and will definitely return :) read more

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After perusing Yelp reviews for one of the best spots close to a high tea appointment, I came across Crafty Nail Bar! I contacted them via email for appointments, and even though they were closed, responded within about an hour! My mom and I were both booked for a Deluxe Pedicure, and it did not disappoint! I don't know if it was because we were there on a Wednesday around midday, or if the deluxe always get a super thorough leg massage, but we were very impressed! It felt like we got 15 minute leg massages, and then hot stones! I will definitely be going back, all the ladies were very nice, attentive, and there were lots of options for nail polish colour. The salon seemed clean, and tidy. read more

Owner Mandy is incredible- fussy, meticulous, knows what she is doing - I get dremel pedicures and she rates as high as a well known ( best in class ) dremel pedicurist I go to in Seattle! Nice spot, super clean, place has personality which is important to me - Glad I stopped by the first time - this is my 2nd visit! read more

Absolutely amazing place with a huuuge selection of colours! It's so rare for places to keep up with trends and always have new colours or glitters to show. They have over 100 gel colours to pick from and also many many different kinds of gems for choosing. The prices here are super affordable and cheap compared to other places in downtown/Vancouver and those places have a much smaller selection of colours compared to here. read more

Crafty Nail Bar - Nail Salons Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

This is actually my new go to nail salon. I've been back several times for pedicures and they do a great job. It's near my neighbourhood that I live in so that's an added bonus, there is always an abundance of free parking nearby...score! They have always been able to accommodate my last minute appointments and have an amazing colour selection. Their staff is friendly and attentive. My new favourite! read more

I came in at 5, they close at 6. It was kind of anxiety inducing because they didn't ask what I wanted. After about 30min of cleaning and shaping my nails they asked if I was sure about the nail colour I chose. That's when I told them I wanted the heart design. They really rushed it. Around 6 all the girls began changing out of their work clothes (which is understandable, it just made me feel bad). We finished around 6:05. Some of the hearts are really drippy looking. It's not neat and there are a lot of bubbles. It started to chip when I got home and some of it wasn't painted smoothly either. Their website says $18 for a manicure but they charged me $30. The staff was polite though, a bit hard to hear their soft voices. read more

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My nails naturally curve like I'm sure a lot of people's do (which I'm not into). So I've been to many nail salons to try and find someone who can fix them, but no one has been able to until I came to Crafty Nail Bar! I recommend seeing Mandy she is amazing!! If you hate your curvy nails go see her!! She'll straighten them out no problem :) read more

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Called in last minute for a full set and pedicure. Received excellent service. Definitely recommend:)

Completely disappointed with this facility. The nails in the pictures look nothing like what they actually do. I asked for long, coffin nails and not only are the acrylics shorter than what my original nail length was, they're also incredibly crooked. To make matters worse I was charged 2x more than what I expected to pay according to their pricing list. I would recommend anyone who goes here to get a price quote of the exact look you want so they don't tack on hidden charges at the end read more

Best nail bar I've ever been to . The ladies are all very sweet . The nail technician ( I think her name is Haley) did a wonderful job on cleaning underneath my nails and the shape is great! Reasonably priced and excellent service, I'll definitely be back there again read more

It was the very first time going to a nail salon in Vancouver, but the work Larni (I don't know how you spell right though) did to my nails are all good and I'm so satisfied. I got shellac manicures but its price was really reasonable and I liked it as well. ($35 w/o tax) I think I'll go there again. Thank you for the great job Larni! read more

Crafty Nail Bar - Nail Salons Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

The first time I visited Crafty Nail Bar was shortly after they opened. I was excited to have a cute-looking nail salon so close to home. The owner Mandy is extremely kind and remembers me each time I've gone back. Her staff are also very sweet and considerate. It's my go-to pedicure spot now and I recommend it to all my friends. Even brought my mother-in-law with me once! They also play like YouTube clips of the "Best Of" The Voice, which is charming and I can't help but watch from my massage chair. This place is a gem and has much more personality than local chains. read more

Tracy & her team are fast and detailed ! They do the best shaping also ! Highly recommend

Staffs are very friendly but I figured there are a lot of inexperienced technicians.....that's the most crucial concern...they are very to redo your nails but you don't want that hassle to go back all the time. Shame! read more