New to Rahway so I decided to try them out and I called beforehand. The guy that picked up told me they preferred appointments so I asked if I could make one for that day and he told me 1:30 pm . I showed up at 1:35 and both workers were still with a customer which was fine , I was taken 5 mins later . We discussed over the phone what I needed as well as in person when I arrived . I needed a gel pedicure and an acrylic fill in . The guy in charge said he would be able to do that no problem . I started with the pedicure first and was initially pleased at how thorough he seemed . Once polishing began it took a turn for the worst . It was like a child coloring outside the lines , polish was everywhere all over my skin ! He said he would fix it and even tried to do some nails over but they were still really bad . After he proceeded to poorly clean the pedicure tools which was horrifying and I hope I do not get some kind of fungus . In any case I just settled for what I got and wanted to proceed to do my acrylic fill in . I needed something basic with no manicure so no metal tools would be needed . While I was doing my toes he assured me he had the acrylic I needed and also the nail type I needed and he took a look at my nails . Once he saw I was dissatisfied with my pedicure he proceeded to tell me he could no longer accommodate me because the salon was so busy . Mind you there was only one person in the salon . I pointed out that I had made an appointment and told them what services I needed and they agreed . He then proceeded to tell me he didn't have the nail type (tips) I needed when just 10 minutes before he told me he did . When I brought that information to his attention he said my nails were too long and he wasn't comfortable doing long nails . There was excuse after excuse because I spoke up about my pedicure . I was very inconvenienced and charged $40 for this horrible service and bad customer service . AVOID if you can there are some better and CLEANER places in linden which isn't very far if you're in Rahway . read more

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Been using their services for yeas. Very clean and family run business. They take their time making sure your nails are beautiful.

It was nasty , flies everywhere And they did my nails super bad , the guy sprayed alcohol everywhere to make the flies go away , and the nail polish is everywhere especially my cuticles read more

Family Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Rahway, New Jersey

UPDATE: FUNGUS ON NAIL! Just took off polish from 2 weeks ago and there is an infection. Ugh - avoid at all costs! NOT CLEAN!! Barely sanitize utensils which is why I asked for just push back and still got cut from over filing. Got dip nails and they look like I did them myself. Was looking for a nail place in Rahway but looks like I'll have to make my way back to my old spot in Clifton. If this is for the regulars, they may not know there are more modern and sanitary places out there. Will not be back. read more

Family Nails - Nail fungus after taking off polish. This place is disgusting. Avoid. - Nail Salons Near Me - Rahway, New Jersey

Family nails is the best nail place. Only locals or long time dedicated customer frequent here. It's such an amazing salon and the owners (husband and wife) will get to know you by name. They also do an amazing eye brow job! I suggest calling in ahead to make an appointment... walk ins are welcomed but you might be left waiting for some time. They have plenty of colors in gel and also offer SNS if you're into that! read more

Family Nails - Gold nails for New Years! - Nail Salons Near Me - Rahway, New Jersey

Just moved to Rahway a few months ago and needed a nail place. Have to say very happy with my fill in and pedicure. Nick and Tiffany did a wonderful job at making me feel welcomed and they were both very professional. Nick did an awesome job at shaping my nails. It's really hard to find someone who'll ensure your nail is smooth and correctly shaped. Also the prices. Omg can't deny the prices were extremely affordable! Will come back. read more

Family Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Rahway, New Jersey

Visited this nail salon for 1st time while visiting family in NJ. 3 of us sat together for mani-pedi and reflexology. 10 days after visit, pedi still perfect, mani just began to chip 2-3 days ago. For nails alone I'd highly recommend. But for the relexology: OUTSTANDING! Never had this kind of massage before, but my sister had some quite dramatic improvement re a longstanding neck problem, and I had some aches alleviated...Had NOT been expecting that. Go and try it. And prices very reasonable. Staff friendly and fun. read more

Started coming here in the summer and this is my go to spot, I will not go anywhere else cause this place is the best! I always feel welcomed by Tiffany and nick! I'm an artist so I always bring Tiffany my wild nail ideas from my head and/or Pinterest and she's always sweet and patient matching colors for me! Tiffany has even drawn clouds and flames on my nails for me! Just today she did rainbow ombré nails at my request! Their prices are great as well, it's good quality work for good value. I always rave about this place and now my roommate and sister and her friends go here! We love family nails read more

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After going to that dreadful nail salon in linden(the one next to buffalo wild wings) I have to say these people know how to do nails. She took her time! No bulky acrylic, color applied neatly! Her application was excellent! I almost don't want to write the review because now people will know my spot! But she is great! 15.00 fill in for average tip length, Good quality and a decent price! As for ambiance, it's a hole in a wall. A little out dated. But if you want a place with a luxury look with terrible nail application technique be my guest! I'm over the experience with the salons around here. Do yourself a favor and try this place! read more

Family Nails - Very neat! - Nail Salons Near Me - Rahway, New Jersey

Have been coming here since long before covid, and Nick and Tiffany have ALWAYS taken EXCELLENT care of me, so much so that I keep a CONSTANT supply of their business cards in my purse and hand them out to everyone who admires my nails. The artwork is done by hand - no sprayforms. Both Nick and Tiffany take GREAT care in pleasing their customers and keeping the place spotless and sanitary. Not one of those 25 technician places where you don't know whom you're getting and how many people you will be rotated to. There are just tese 2 owners running the place, so you KNOW you'll ALWAYS get EXCELLENT care. I wouldnt dream of going anywhere else! read more

Love this place!! Nick and Tiffany are the best... love the way nick does my nails. I would recommend this place..

They are the best. You feel welcome every time you go and they both do such an amazing job.

I was a loyal customer and when some guy I didn't recognize turned me away rudely while he was stuffing his face with ramen, I took my money and went out to brunch instead. I know Nick and he's old and kind and gentle. Good bye. read more

Had to walk away mid pedicure because the man who was doing my pedicure cut my toe. Cut a huge chunk of skin and there was a lot of blood. He wanted to continue like nothing happened and barely apologized. No way I'll be going back. read more

Very nice warm atmosphere I visit once a week for either waxings nails & pedicures. I've been a customer for over 6 years .....Tiffany and Nick are awesome read more

Awesome experience, I'm new in the neighborhood and it was good to find a spot blocks from home , a little out dated with equipment and interior or location. But all in all it will do. Good conversation and good work. read more

I have a client in the area, so I've tried this nail place twice. The first time I noticed the rudeness but I overlooked it because I thought the pedicure might be worth it. It was mediocre at best and I ended up removing the polish and redoing it myself. But the location is convenient so I gave it another try. I always call ahead and they told me when to arrive. I got there when they said to yet they told me it would be another 5 minutes. I did an errand and came back 10 minutes later. The same exact clients were still getting their nails done. The chemicals were making me feel sick, so after a few minutes I asked what the wait was and they said 10 minutes. It smelled poisonous in there like the chemicals they use to do false nails. So I decided not to stay. They even said something rude as I told them I was leaving. I'll never be back. I hope a better option opens. This isn't a good family business. Far from it. read more

I live in Ocean County and travel to Rahway often to visit my best friend... Thank God she turned me onto this Gem! I love the owners/staff! It boasts a friendly and inviting environment and is always clean! The prices are reasonable and they are always honest about wait times. It's a small, family business, so make an appointment or expect to wait, but they are worth it! read more

Nice shop that has been around for many years. Friendly, husband and wife team. Up to date on latest nail trends. Clean shop,,,good prices. read more

I had an appointment at 5pm. I got there at 5:03pm there was someone in the chair already. I kindly waited until she was finished which was around 6pm. This other lady comes through the door sits right in the chair. The owner tells me she had an appointment me too....smh I've been coming here for awhile because it was convenient. But soon as you leave my nails come off. It's only 2 people working all the time. They treat older people better because they can charge them the most. Save your money it's not worth it. read more

I go to family nails on a regular basis for my pedi and mani..they are so friendly and do a good job on your nails.i get my Acrylic nails and gel polish with pretty designs and i get so many compliments every time.i would recommend them as they offer good service at reasonable prices. read more

This way my first and last time at Family Nails. I got powder acrylic nails and pointed out to them that they were uneven and too thick. I was told " this is how we do it here and I won't fix them". Customer satisfaction is clearly not important to them. read more

Now I'm not someone who reviews businesses or their experiences on Yelp, however I just had the worst nail salon experience of my life. To be fair, the pedicure I received was decent... nothing out of this world... but good enough. But the gel manicure I got today?? An absolute nightmare. The standard French/sheer pink color I chose (Shellac "Romantique" I think it was called) was either applied awfully by someone who has no idea what they are doing OR the polish itself was ruined and had no business being left out as a choice for customers. It was absolutely streaky, globby, and uneven. Looking down at my nails horrified after they had cured, I still gave the woman working on my nails AND the owner of the shop the benefit of the doubt that it might have been the polish that was bad and simply asked them to remove it. All in all, honestly I would not be leaving this review had they not had the audacity to charge me for this manicure, stating that they wasted "product" and "45 minutes of their time" on my nails. But they did have the nerve to go there, and so here I am. For the future, I suggest this business prioritizes the paying customer. Because in the end, I'm the one who wasted 45 minutes of my time and left the salon with nails that looked worse than they did when I went in. The gel manicure and gel removal job they did was absolutely the worst I've ever received and I will never ever be back. Look and see for yourself: all the nail polishes are cruddy and dried. read more