Great experience - I was able to get in as a walk in and they did a very good job on my pedi. I got just the regular pedi which was $40 + $15 for a quick dry nail polish which is crazy because it really did dry in like 5 minutes! The massage part was great and includes hot stones. Friendly staff, too. read more

Clean, excellent service- you need to book an appointment although some people are walk-in. The same people have been their for years and that is a good sign. read more

They took me with a 15 minutes notice. There was no wait for me at all which was great. Got a gel manicure and reg pedicure which was $85 for both. read more

Cure Nails and Spa - Gel mani and regular pedicure. - Nail Salons Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Very professional and pleasant. Very clean and employees are very kind. I will definitely book again.

Best nail salon in Philly! Clean, friendly staff, always make room for me- both pedicure and manicure.

Great mani/pedi for $55 (no gel), which seems to be about the going rate. This place was clean and they were very friendly and accommodating. All of the employees were extremely kind. It is filled with regulars, mostly the ladies who lunch type. I was treated to economic advice from a woman who was chauffeured over from her $2m Society Hill condo as she explained to her nail servant that inflation was ACKSHULLY GOOD for us poors because our wages would increase. lol. All of the other patrons seemed to know each other from their regular appointments so there was lots of conversation. Good for them, less so for those of us who don't care for the gossip and opinions of the out of touch. But that's the beauty shop for you. My polish lasted a solid ten days so I have no complaints. They are thorough, not too aggressive (I can't stand when they cut off too much cuticle), and considerate. Worth the trip... but maybe bring your headphones. read more

When I visit my young folks who live in Philly. I enjoy the staff and clean environment they provide for my granddaughter Sidney and I. Paulette/ Grandma read more

Incredible place! Staff is kind and great attention to care. They give you a back massage while you're polish is drying. As a person who works on my feet all day this is exactly the place to go for self care! read more

In another life, I would be one of the top nail techs in Philly. Do not doubt me on this! I do my own nails and they look as good as any of the $40+ manicure places around. Sadly, a manicure doesn't last for more than a few days when you work with your hands a lot. While I don't do manual labor, I still do a fair bit of hobby work with my hands and that requires using dremels, drills, files, and other sharp and abrasive tools that might harm a good manicure. I was in a martial arts phase for five years and then a very holistic yogic lifestyle for that time plus five more. I had not had my nails done at a salon for a while, so I went back to a tried and true place... Cure. This was my go-to salon ten years ago and it is still there off of 2nd and Pine, a testament to its excellence. They still charge more than most everyone else, but there's still the cash discount and they still have very, very meticulous nail techs working there. So, it's $45 for a gel manicure, but it is so very worth it. Your nails will look like glass and will look so good. If you like staring at your own beautiful hands like I do (hey, I'm 55, I have to have something to obsess over :) ), you must go to Cure. read more

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Three years later and it's still the Cadillac of nail salons. I recently moved to a different neighborhood with plenty of salons on every corner, but I'll STILL venture over here, it's THAT worth it. I've actually been holding off close to 6 months for Cure, not wanting to waste my dollars to have someone I don't trust in and around my cuticles. I waited until all my nails stopped breaking from the weather change and were matching in length before finally making an appointment here for a gel mani and a regular pedicure. It was well worth the wait. Christine is superb. Honestly though, no matter who you get, you truly receive primo, top notch service here. It's never rushed nor messy, and I promise you it's well worth the price. I got the best, most luxurious pedicure complete with lengthy exfoliating and moisturizing rub-downs on my calves, and the cherry on top of hot stones and towels. My gel mani was spectacular. Each nail was tended to like a Fabergé egg, complete with a base coat, THREE color coats and TWO top coats, with the always-welcome perk of UV gloves and alternating fingers into the light so you get the most even setting. I noticed they renovated, too. To preface, the place ALWAYS looked clean and nice, but the touches they've added (paint freshening here, new massage chairs there) make it feel that much more special. Today, I got to redeem my loyalty card for a free 10 minute back massage, which helped aid in my day of #selfcare tremendously. At close to two hours, I left feeling like royalty. Will obviously return. There's nothing better. (Pro tip: I love playing guess the song on their soundtrack of string/piano covers of popular songs. Today's epic was an orchestral version of Stairway to Heaven.) read more

Cure Nails and Spa - Midnight blue gel mani on a perfect file-down by Christine. - Nail Salons Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Love going to this nail salon. I get regular mani/pedi service, sometimes I get some extra services. But I have no experience with gel or other types of mani/pedi services. They take the time to get to know you and are always pleasant...Each.and Every. One. of the technicians is talented and does a great job. This is the only Philadelphia nail salon I will go to. Even the other customers seem pleasant and satisfied. Great shoulder massages too. Usually plenty of parking, one block up, if you need to drive over. There was a great little coffee shop a few doors down... not sure it's there anymore (was nice to get a latte before getting my services done). read more

Wow, walked in and got the most amazing pedicure of my life. Amazing massage, my feet feel like butter, gel polish looks amazing.... And drum roll please, the best part is a complimentary shoulder massage. read more

Even if I receive poor service in places, I usually get over it and don't write a Yelp review. I am aware of how difficult it is to run a small business and don't want to jeopardize a small business owner's efforts. However, today I went with my young daughter to Cure Nails, (after going there last month for a Mommy and Me Mani Day) only to be turned away by the owner at the front desk. She said, "after your last visit we decided to change the policy and not to allow children to come." She delivered this with a blank, angry face. To say she was cold and unaccommodating would be generous. This was not good for business as I will never return to this establishment. Not to be kid-friendly is not to be family friendly which in my book is not to be humane. Thumbs down to this way of conducting business. I have to add that last month when we arrived (after I called to make sure what the children's rate was) we were not warmly received. But I said I just called and someone quoted me X rate and said you take children. When I paid, no one said, "this was an exception, we usually don't accept children." The whole vibe here is snooty and cold. I've been there on my own about half a dozen times and the service is highly uneven. It depends on which manicurist you get. The neck massage is lovely and the vibe is sophisticated but this no kid policy and the rudeness with which it was delivered left a bad taste. read more

Ok, I'm torn on writing this because I've convinced myself this salon is a "hidden gem" being that I've lived in this neighborhood for 12 years and just found out about it today. Anyways, I've frequented almost all the nail salons in Queen Village and Society Hill and I know who does what well, but I decided that my nails were missing the mark elsewhere and zoomed in really tight on the map of my neighborhood and found Cure. They were able to get me in with a few hours notice for a gel mani. Upon entering I was very pleased with the cleanliness and overall peaceful environment of the salon. The aesthetic is modern and tidy. Let's talk about the nails - I am a psycho when it comes to my nails. For years I've done my own, perfecting my shape and polish technique. I stare at my hands constantly - they have to be perfect. I stopped going to salons for a while because the manis were all either rushed or sloppy or both. Crooked nail here, polish on my cuticles there. Returning to salons for long-lasting gel manis didn't do much to boost my confidence, until today. My nail tech did an amazing job with both shape and design (American mani). She was professional and courteous. I had no complaints. The salon is also intuitive when it comes to the small little touches - UV lamps for gel manis built into the nail bar, ring stands on the bar for the massage, clean compact partitions for COVID and back and shoulder massages for any down time!! Truly a great experience. They also have a loyalty program - 10 services and you get either $7 off your next service or a 7 minute massage. The only thing I have to say even remotely negative is it IS pricey. Most (ALL) gel manis in this neighborhood are $25, $5 more for a French or American design. At Cure, the base price is $40, $10 more the design. It is significant but probably worth it for the environment and service. Pro tip- if you pay in cash, they deduct $5 off your service. read more

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Good service! Clean, reliable and professional. This is my favorite manicure and pedicure!

Best mani/pedi in the city! I usually get a gel manicure and regardless of which nail technician I see, I am always very satisfied. The salon is clean and calming. They do a great job! You won't want to go anywhere else after having your nails done at Cure. read more

Great prices and service! A very relaxing experience. If I return to Philly, I will visit again!

I've been going here for years. They're consistently clean, comfortable, and courteous. They don't do artificial tips or dip powder (IIRC) but that's because they really want your hands to be as healthy as they are beautiful. They put little fingerless gloves on you during a gel manicure to protect your hands from the UV. No one wants wrinkly knuckles at an early age! It's so thoughtful. Also, the owners really make an effort (though it seems effortless!) to get to know who you are and what is going on in your life, and they seriously remember even months later! read more

I was able to get a same day appointment for a pedicure. This is a small, clean salon. Everyone was very friendly and accommodating. I appreciated the plexi glass between customers. Christine made my toes look perfect. The massage and scrubs included in the regular pedicure were done with care and didn't feel rushed. I opted for the additional callous treatment and was impressed at how thorough it was. They accept credit for services but cash only for tip. There might be street parking around but not sure as I took an Uber. read more

Walked in for a dazzle dry manicure here ($40) - great service, no issues. Would recommend! Will be going back. Nice back massage as well. Update: have been back since and had another great dazzle dry manicure (+ massage)! The technician who worked on my nails was also so kind and patient despite my indecisiveness re: colors and let me try on multiple. Making this my regular spot. read more

This was one of the best experiences. 5 stars well deserved. I've never seen a nail place so well rated which is why I chose it when I was in town for a wedding despite staying closer to many others. There were several of us so we booked in advance. They did an excellent job for everyone. While one person was disappointed they don't do acrylics we appreciated that they care about the health of their staff and clients. For gel nails they provided fingerless gloves. They took a credit card tho we tipped in cash. Friendly. Clean. Everyone had a great experienced. read more

My first visit to Cure Nails and Spa didn't disappoint. Made a mani/pedi appointment to ensure my time was secured. Didn't feel rushed, leg massage was wonderful. Scrub was creamy feeling and not very gritty. Calming music, no TV, live plants and good lighting. Very clean, regulars who came in were greeted by everyone. Very friendly atmosphere. Can't forget to mention the shoulder massage that happened for a couple of minutes while my nails were drying. What a bonus! Was more than I'm used to paying, but given the overall experience, it was worth it. Definitely will go back. read more

Love coming in here. Great vibe and great mani/pedis!! I wouldn't go anywhere else when I'm in Philadelphia!

AMAZING. the best nail experience I have ever had. It was incredible!!! I am coming back and never going anywhere else ! read more

Wonderful service and cozy atmosphere. We walked in and they were able to accommodate. My friend and I both got held and they turned out perfect! read more

Checked out this Headhouse salon on a whim yesterday. I was able to get a same-day appointment for an evening pedicure. The salon is clean, quiet, and relaxing. It is small (4 pedicure chairs), so I do recommend booking ahead of time, but it did not feel crowded at all. The pedicure was efficient but luxurious, and included hot stones, a lemongrass scented hot towel (smelled so good!), and a shoulder massage. The woman working the front desk was very nice. The pedicure was priced right at $35 ($30 with cash). Overall, a wonderful experience for me and my toes, which had not been polished for at least half a decade! Make sure you bring cash for tips. read more

The staff was very friendly and the salon was tidy. Overalled I enjoyed my experience but the pricing was a little higher than the normal rate. I got a French pedi for $60. read more

I am crazy critical about my nails so was reluctant to try another new place. This is a quaint old school salon in society hill- the staff is friendly and the salon is clean. My only tidbit is that it is a bit over priced at $40 for a gel manicure. Overall, this was a great experience that I would recommend! read more

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I have been going to this nail salon since 2014. Relaxing and clean environment. Incredible staff who remembers you and greets you by name. Highly recommend! read more

This may be a tough review but let me give you a little explanation: I am very very perfectionist with my nails, from where I come from. Doing/doing your nails is something considered as a kind of art and expression. So I was looking for a place that would offer me if not the same perfection, at least (considering the price) a good quality of work and high expertise in nail care (again considering that here the manicurists get a license that guarantees at least that!!!), but, unfortunately I was wrong, and they really have NO IDEA HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR NAILS! They don't even know how to remove gelish in a correct way and not as aggressive as the nail. It's all about time and how fast they can work. They make you pay for "gelish removal" and just want to spend a few minutes doing that, and then remove all the gel residue left by filing the nail! This was the most terrible part... PLEASE BELIEVE ME, DON'T LET THEM FILE YOUR NAILS ANYWHERE! Thank me later... filing weakens them, hurts them and that's why they break and grow thin. All this happens because they obviously give too little waiting time for the acetone to soften the product and the gelish can be removed more easily. ATTENTION TO THIS: Nails should be polished, not filed. The file is only used to shape the sides. The polish application was good and clean, quiet music. They give you a short but strong back and neck massage (I like that kind of massage but it can be rough), and offer you the option to make payment before the polish application. They put fans on and move you to a drying table so your polish doesn't get ruined. I would only go back if I want nail polish application. ¡¡¡¡ NEVER AGAIN REMOVE GELISH OR APPLY GELISH, because I am sure they file your nail with the silly and archaic belief that they need to "open the pore of the nail" and the gelish will adhere better (this is completely wrong and harmful to the nails) if you don't believe me ask your dermatologist or better yet read up on nail care!Or follow Betina Goldstein a famous nail artist here in the USA and check out her tips on nail care. read more

Great service, made an appointment about 2 hours before and they were able to accommodate me. The seating was a little tight but there were no issues bumping into people or w/ personal space. The nail tech I had did a great job, I got a regular pedicure and she removed the previous color I had. The price was average as well. I could have done without the massage while waiting for the color to dry, but I'm not a fan of them in general. Will probably return! read more

Cure Nails and Spa - Pedicure - Nail Salons Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I have been going to another nail place nearby since I moved here and have officially found my new go-to spot. I got a pedicure, a gel manicure and my eyebrows done and it all cost $77. I'm going to Jamaica and was a little reluctant to try somewhere new, but I am so glad I did! When I came in, I was told to pick a color, so I picked a color for my toes (an OPI color) I asked if she had a "similar" color in the gel for my nails (usually selections of gels are weak). I was happy to find out they have a whole selection of OPI gels and even the same color to match! The pedicure was great, she was very thorough and they give you great long massages with hot stones! The chairs are super comfortable and the girls make sure that it never stops massaging you. I sat down to do my gel manicure next, she turned on a little fan by my feet so my toes would dry at the same time...I love that kind of efficiency! She did an awesome job on my nails, no polish on my skin, no hangnails, no cuts, perfectly even filing! After my manicure she gave me a long delicious shoulder massage which apparently comes with the pedicure. Another girl took me to the back to do my eyebrows...this is sort of a task because I have very straight brows and I want them to be arched so badly but not thin...She did an amazing job, practically painless and she took the time to tweeze out all the little babies you can't get with the wax. I'm very impressed with this salon, all the girls were so friendly, the salon itself was extremely clean and very reasonably priced for the way you get treated. Oh and you get a discount if you pay in cash..AND they have rewards cards! I seriously can not wait to come back! read more

Cure Nails and Spa - Perfect job with OPI gels!!! - Nail Salons Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Such a relaxing and clean setting with friendly staff and a perfect mani/pedi. They take credit card but cash only for tips. Highly recommend! read more

I just moved back to the Philly area from LA and going to Cure was the perfect introduction back! The ladies were very friendly, professional and meticulous with their work. The salon, while small, is very clean. The massage with a classic pedicure was still lengthy and very relaxing as was the neck and shoulder massage during the dry time for my hands! Their pricing for a gel mani was $40, and a pedicure was $35 and I felt it was fair for the quality of their work and the time they put into it! I called ahead just after opening time on a Friday and they were able to get me in at 2pm. Highly recommend and I will absolutely be going back! read more

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This salon is SO CLEAN. They do an amazing job and take care of every detail. Super friendly and nice. My new go to!

My husband and I needed to make a trip to philly on short notice and were in need of pedicures! In between appointments we had some time so I was scrambling to find a good salon close to Old City and came across this gem!! All I can say is not only did they tell us to come right over, they gave us incredible pedicures AND a complimentary back/shoulder massage !! We were blown away by their friendliness and professionalism. If I remember their names...Julie and Leeann...? I hope those are their names. This is my go to Salon when we are in town!! I cannot say enough about Cure Nails and Spa! Treat yourself and just GO! read more

What a great nail salon. We were greeted immediately with a friendly smiles. I had the sweetest lady do my nails. She made them so beautiful. I also got TWO back massage - one when I was waiting for my old gel manicure to come off and while my nails were drying. I asked about another massage and for 15 minutes and $15 dollars more, I got a foot massage. Loved every minute and worth every penny. The salon is clean and pretty. The ladies were kind and the prices reasonable for a nail place. They even laughed at my jokes. I hope you will enjoy it as much as I did. read more

Cure Nails and Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

$65 + $10 tip for my gel manicure and regular pedicure......my gel polish started coming off the next day. I was very please initially specially with the shoulder massage but now I'm sorely disappointed. 3 days later, the gel polish is chipped on 3 nails. read more

Cure Nails and Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Society Hill's best kept secret. Always a wonderful experience. They treat you like family.

I really like this salon. They really take attention and time. They are thorough with the cleaning, shaping your nails, cuticle care. They cover your hands with gloves for UV nails. And a shoulder massage after so great. read more