I got a gel manicure on the evening 11/23 and it STILL has not chipped! I've never had a manicure-gel or otherwise-last long enough that I have to remove the polish because of growth rather than it starting to chip off. I made an appointment online the day before, and it was honored. At the time, nobody was waiting (I think this is due to requiring appointments), and the salon was quiet. I didn't catch the technician's name, but she was very sweet and gave me the most thorough manicure I have ever had. Also, I think $30 for gel was super reasonable! I'm hoping to return soon to get a regular polish manicure to compare how long it lasts. The location is in the same strip of shops as Primo Hoagies, and has a small (free) parking lot. read more

I am obsessed with my nails. Everyone is so friendly and nice there. They give great service and are pretty quick. Amazing energy when you walk in with great hospitality. 10/10 recommend. read more

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I have a been here a few times but I recently went for my wedding nails. I got dip powder chrome nails. The staff is so friendly and the lady did such a great job she helped me pick out what I wanted! read more

Empire Nails - A couple days later they have such a nice shimmer! - Nail Salons Near Me - Media, Pennsylvania

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Came here with my 2 daughters and asked if they were able to take all 3 of us for manis and pedis. They said yes but it would be about a 20 minute wait. I got called back for my pedicure and after almost an hour my daughters still hadn't been taken. When I asked I was told that they would go after me! They were going to have the same lady do all 3 of us! We would've been there for HOURS! Meanwhile, while my daughters were sitting there waiting they took two other walk- ins! We left after my pedicure and went to Trendy Nails where they took us right away and the service was excellent! Besides the terrible service, my pedicure is awful and I had to pay at Trendy Nails for a polish change when my nails were literally still wet! We will never go back there again! read more

Today was my second visit and it was as good as the first. The Spa pedicure includes all the normal extras like foot and leg scrub, massages of both. The heel buffing is done with a comfortable battery operated buffer vs 10 minutes of buffing by hand. What is extra special nice is the paraffin dip which most salons don't include anymore unless you pay more. Here it is part of the price of Spa Pedicure and it's the normal local price for a Spa pedicure. Your feet leave pampered, happy and soft. Everyone is exceptional friendly here. The place is pretty and clean. The location in Media is good because there is parking. No more walking 6 blocks in flip flops!!! My feet just told me they are coming back !! read more

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Thanks Amy! Awesome job on my color change! Clean shop, parking available, great attention to detail. Fast, friendly, good price! read more

Empire Nails - Gel polish, marble design - Nail Salons Near Me - Media, Pennsylvania

First time at this salon and so far so good! I called to see if they had availability for a end of the day pedicure and they were totally accommodating. I'm mad that I didn't catch the name of the person who did my nails because she did a precise and clean paint job. Will definitely go back. Very nice people and place. read more

Empire Nails - Cute blue toes. Perfect for warmer weather. - Nail Salons Near Me - Media, Pennsylvania

Great pedicure! My sister was visiting from out of town and this was my first time using this salon. We were both very pleased. Relaxing and very professional. My new place for my nail care. read more

I have been going here for a few months. I make my appointments online each week and request certain people. Every time I come in I get someone other than who I requested. I really wanted to love this place and gave them multiple chances but today was my last straw. I get a gel manicure each time and today I left the salon very upset. My nails are splotchy and messy. I will not be returning. Too expensive for this mess. read more

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I am 26 yo and have gotten a lot of pedicures in Phila/Manayunk area for the last 4 years. This was by far the worst! I was very disappointed in the massage during the pedicure and the manager kept having to remind the technician which scrubs and oils to use next... she RUSHED through everything so aggressively to the point of me physically being moved in the massage chair because of her rapid movements. I asked her to please slow down and she laughed at me. Meanwhile the two older adult customers to my right seemed to be getting much better, slower, more mindful attention... maybe it was just my technician... either way the whole experience was not relaxing. I felt neglected and did not get a back massage while my toes were drying. While the other two older customers did. That's not even the worst of it.. The entire polish came off in chunks just two days after. See My toes looked like CRAP just 5 days after-- see the picture of my toes legitimately 5 days after!! I will not be going back to this salon and hope those of you reading choose another place. So not worth the $40 and I will be returning to the salon to ask for my money back. Update: when I returned to the salon the manager was very understanding and accommodating and fixed my toes for free. Sadly the new polish only lasted 4 days (see picture). I'm just not used to this quality of polish I guess. I was very happy with how they responded to my complaints. Thank you. read more

Empire Nails - 5 days after pedicure... chunks of polish easily popped off my toes after taking socks off. I will not be going back. - Nail Salons Near Me - Media, Pennsylvania

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I came here based on the number of reviews on Yelp & the online community's overall consensus this was one of Media's best nail salons. I needed a manicure and basic pedicure before a big work trip, and as a walk-in, they got me seated right away. Unfortunately, I was not impressed with the overall experience and service and would not go back. First, the ambiance. The same jazz CD played words-less versions of Alicia Keys and Josh Groban songs the entire time. Just getting my pedicure done, I heard the same songs 4 times. I know that is minuscule, but it didn't lend to the relaxing experience I was hoping for. The staff was pleasant and they seem to have a decent polish selection. I could not find a solid black shade of polish for the life of me, so I requested it from the staff. They gave me the closest black they could find. My pedicure technician was very nice and thorough. She spent an incredible amount of time making sure my calluses were gone; they use an electronic callus remover device. (I did not observe a clean brush head being placed on the device, but perhaps they disinfect it another way? I did see the same device used on my feet being used on a client directly after as I was getting my manicure done.) My tech was extremely focused on my cuticles in particular; unfortunately, this resulted with her cutting my skin twice, resulting in bleeding on my left second toe and my right big toe. She did say sorry and proceeded to put some green liquid (which I assumed was an antiseptic, I was wrong) on it while she proceeded to continue. The leg/foot massage they perform with sugar scrub hurt more than it was relaxing, but she was able to adapt the entire way when I did speak up about concerns. I loved the nail shape she finished with, but it took forever for her to get there. (As an aside: The basic manicure was nothing special. Again, particular focus was spent on my cuticles, and my pointer finger was also cut and bled. More green liquid was dropped on that quickly.) I did indicate I was in a hurry when I noticed the pedicure was lasting much longer than an hour, and we did not get to my basic manicure yet. She nodded that she would hurry. In all, the entire service took from 11am to 1:20pm for basic procedures that were overall the same, if not worse quality, that I could have received elsewhere for half the time and at a relatively similar price. The inflamed cuticles and bleeding were not worth it, it was not relaxing, and I just can't justify the service. I do not foresee myself returning in the future. read more

Empire Nails - Inflamed nails, 1 day post-service. Pointer finger bled at salon. - Nail Salons Near Me - Media, Pennsylvania

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Great SNS manicure. Tammy was very professional and new exactly what she was doing. My nails look great and I'll definitely be returning. read more

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This was my first time at this salon but not the last. Friendly techs and good selection of dark plum nail colors for pedicure. Expert nail trim, buff, granular scrub, hot stone massage and polish application made me glad to have been unable to book a time before 5 today at my usual salon. Empire Nail is walk in in Media PA. read more

Empire Nails - Well organized space with friendly technicians. Parking right out front was handy on a rather cold day at 3pm. - Nail Salons Near Me - Media, Pennsylvania

***UPDATE*** Got a "compliment" notice from Yelp from a Thao L. who accused me of being from another nail salon to check them out. Don't know who this person is, but this type of online harassment is completely unwelcome and on unfounded grounds. Stay away! read more

Empire Nails - Received harassing Yelp "compliment" from a Thao L. because of my honest review. - Nail Salons Near Me - Media, Pennsylvania

My nail artist was amazing and the service was great. She was such a perfectionist and did a great job. I'm super satisfied!!! 10/10 recommend read more

Empire Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Media, Pennsylvania

Absolutely love this place! I'm new to the area and have been looking for a good place to get my nails done. This place does not disappoint. The staff are all very friendly, and the most I've ever waited for a walk in was 5 minutes. They also have a trillion colors in regular and gel. Definitely consider this my new spot! read more

I just had the worst dip manicure ever. It took over an hour and looks awful. Weird shape, messy cuticles, dried gel on my skin and cuticles. I do not recommend. read more

Beat salon in Media. Period. I've been to all but one and this is the best. Nicest people, great friendly atmosphere and great prices!

I went here today for a spa pedicure and some facial waxing. I am new to this type of pampering as I do not have the prettiest of feet but it was necessary due to recent events. I figured if I was in for a dime, I'm in for a dollar and opted for the spa pedicure. This service included paraffin peel, scrub, moisturizing multiple times, buffing and brushing of all sorts and a hot stone massage. All told, it was a one hour process. The people in this salon take great pride in their work. When one woman's nails did not quite turn out, she was told if there were any issues to return for a repair. This place appears quite clean in their handling of materials and product. My only criticism is that the massaging of the legs was more like rubbings than massage but I wouldn't take a star from them for that. They have a private lot but the spaces are alotted to particular businesses so parking is not a given. read more

This salon was recommended by a coworker and I gave it a try. I was able to call and schedule an appointment with ease. When I arrived for my appointment the technician was ready for me. She was extremely pleasant and provided excellent customer service making sure I was pleased throughout my service. The owner also greeted me and made sure I was completely satisfied. I am glad to have been introduced to a great salon and great new technician. There prices are good and they offer 10% off on Tuesdays when paying with cash as well as 20% off on your birthday when you enroll in their rewards program which offers $5 off after 5 visits (I think?). Also, tips cannot be paid with your credit card, however, there is an ATM located in the front of the salon. It has become my go to salon. read more

I have been going to empire nails for around 5 years now, I will never be returning again. Today I was charged $100 for a refill and simple Pedicure. Now if those were the prices that were posted I would be completely fine with that but it was not. I paid $57 for a gell refill when that is not what is advertised. It is $25 for a normal refill and I can expect a little for for gel but no $20+. When I originally got this set done it was $52, now i'm paying more then that for a refill. Thank you for ripping me off empire nails, Never again. read more

The service is excellent. I like that you must have an appointment for service. Covid precautions are taken seriously.

I have been coming here for years and they always do a great job no matter who gives you service. I had moved away and tried other salons but I've come to the conclusion that they are worth the hour drive one way. Everyone is so very friendly, the place is clean, your offered a drink or can bring your own. No appointment necessary but realize it is really busy especially on Friday and the weekends especially during the summer. I never minded waiting it was worth it. They are a full service salon. Thank you Lei and every one at the salon if I could give you 10 stars I would. read more

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First of all, the staff is very welcoming. I got a pedicure at the good price of $26. There was a very large selection of colors to choose from, including the high dollar brands. Attention to detail was awesome. Nails were cut uniformly and the polish job was flawless. The best part: they used sanitized instruments and saran wrap in the foot bath. This is one of the few Asian nail salons that I've visited where I didn't wind up with a fungus later. Top notch! read more

I have been going here couple years without any issues until the beginning of May 2019. I got a french gel manicure and pedicure AND a nail fungus infection. My nails started turning white as if it was becoming separated from the skin. When I went back about a week later they said they never saw an infection like that and doubted it was from them! they removed the gel coat and found the skin under my nails sensative, sore and separted from the skin on some fingers. Michelle provided me with an Antifungal fungus killer for hands and feet but the bottle said NOT FOR NAILS! They also refunded me for the manicure but not the pedicure. read more

I hadn't been to Empire Nails since just after the current owner, Michelle, bought it some years back. I didn't see her there today. The shop was always clean and and the staff nice and professional. I went today for a scheduled mani-pedi and was pretty disappointed. The woman who did my pedicure (don't know her name) started by telling me she was ready "now" while I was picking out my 2 polish colors. The water in the plastic lined basin barely covered my feet, and was lukewarm at best with no water jets. .When she started filing my first foot's nails, she picked up an emory file that looked like it had been used on many others prior. I said something and she opened the drawer and opened a new one that she noted was "shorter". But it was also clean an unused! After this, she made a big show of pouring from a bottle labeled "alcohol" over the metal tools that did not appear to have been removed from a sterilizer. She kept pulling my feet to a position that caused me to have to been my ankles very uncomfortably. The end result is fine, but after the first five minutes I knew I wasn't getting that Manicure! Place was not clean, trash cans full, trash cans with lids stood with open lids, and there were at least 5 flies hovering around. Place is off my list now! read more

I came in yesterday to get an eyebrow wax and a tint done for a wedding I have to attend this weekend. I told the lady I wanted brown because I have pretty light brown hair and black would just look ridiculous. She waxed them first, which the wax was so hot it burnt my skin, I woke up this morning with welts on my skin. She then used black to tint my eyebrows, they are so dark I'm embarrassed. I paid 25 dollars for this service and I am so disappointed, I will not be coming back here. read more

I will be making this a regular trip. I had a pedicure and decided to splurge on the Spa pedicure. It was very slow and relaxing. Usually the technicians at other salons I've been to rush through the service. Vanessa took her time and it was a needed relaxing experience. There were a lot of lotions and scrubs but at least I felt like I got what I paid for. Once my pedicure was done and I was sent to the dryer I got a small neck massage that was awesome!! Vanessa was very nice and gave me a lot of information. I may even consider bringing my staff for a treat some time. This was definitely a wonderful and relaxin experience. read more

The pedicures are one of the best I've had in the area. They take their time, and give a really nice massage, which is the main reason I get a pedi. I always have a relaxing experience and the polish stays on for a long time without chipping. I've been here many times and always have a great experience. Keep up the good work Empire! read more

Please disregard me review I posted on 4/4/18 but this place has gone down hill fast! My last 3 visits were a total waste of money and my time! Very unhappy with the work that was done. They convinced me to get SNS with my full set but they didn't explain that the next time I came that my tips would have to be removed and replaced! Who wants to do that every time they get their nails done! Not to mention the tech that I get stuck with every time doesn't pay attention to details or her work! Left me with uneven nails and globs of polish on the ends! Never going back! read more

I love this place because of the great prices and quality. Let's just put it this way, I will sit in rush hour traffic from work to get my nails done here. There are many reasons why I always come back here. For instance, my dip manicures last close to a month that looks like it did at the beginning until the very end. Plus they offer great rewards programs too! read more

What an amazing place !!! Walked in last minute and they not only accommodated me but knocked it out of the park. Clean modern and they do dip gel !!! My new favorite salon read more

Spent more time on my nails than I would have expected! Very thorough and attentive. Will definitely return.

Me and a friend found Empire on Yelp and made a reservation to get a mani-pedi. It was probably the best one that I had ever experienced. She was in agreement too. read more

Out of the 7 years Ive been in PA this salon is by far the best. All the ladies are very personable and comfortable around folks like me (tattooed). Unlike Elegant nails in springfield that were disgusted and made you feel really uncomfortable. As soon as I walked in to Empire Nails I was warmly greeted , kindly asked to choose a color and sat right away. Had a great conversation with my technician, even had wine which was nice. Smiles and laughs were non stop, just makes you feel welcomed. I was taken care of very well by Miss Jenny and would go back as much as I can. So go check them out. Super accessible by trolley and there's parking. read more

I always come here to get my nails done. They do a wonderful job and the staff are super friendly! I think that this is the best place in Media! read more

I've tried a lot of nail salons in Delco & this is by far the best one! It's clean, the staff is very friendly, and they all do such a wonderful job! I highly recommend this place. read more

I now go here regularly for gel manicures. I have tried many salons for gel manicures and this one is definitely the best. Priced the same as others but have NEVER had a nail chip in about 8 months of coming every 2-3 weeks religiously. Also, they use a clean pack of tools out of the sterilization machine every time. Virtually never have to wait. Would definitely recommend. read more

Great service and wonderful staff. Lee did a great job! Can't wait to go back!

This place is simply AMAZING!!!! I cannot believe I never knew this place existed. I will be back again and again and again. Such a wonderful relaxing time!! Friendly and courteous staff! read more